CROWD, a new techno label hailing from Berlin with FJAAK at the head, has just released its debut EP, paying homage to oldschool techno while infusing a contemporary twist that is sure to please listeners of both eras. Produced by the legendary Sterac aka Steve Rachmad, the EP is showcasing the versatility and timelessness of techno. The tracks are based on DAT recordings from the 90s that got carefully crafted, highlighting the pure energy and raw emotion of the genre, always leaving the listener wanting more. CROWD's first release marks the beginning of what is sure to be an exciting journey for techno enthusiasts and dancers alike. The label's ethos revolves around the people and the dancefloor, and this is also reflected in its events, which are centered around the gatherings. The label's focal point is undeniably the crowd, which is regarded as the pivotal element of the night. Once again, CROWD gatherings will center their essence on them, with an unwavering focus, ensuring no distractions dilute the experience.

Sterac - Hop On

This is the full recording of my second set for HÖR Berlin. Enjoy an hour of oldschool-influenced, fast and driving techno, including some of my own unreleased cuts.

HÖR Berlin 2025

Buy here: found.ee/spandau20-010

Spandau20, an imprint named after the Western Berlin district and focused on artists from the area, delivers techno in all diverse forms – from warehouse and electronic peak time beats to breaks and IDM, balancing the old and new school sounds flawlessly. With a focus on vinyl releases, for the collectors, Spandau20 has lately also focused on its label nights, with showcases at Fabric, Bassiani and many others.

The label’s 10th release features 10 tracks that epitomise the musical diversity of Spandau20 and the progressive musical mindset of its roster, calling on the label favourites and Spandau natives to deliver brand new and exciting music. This special release even features one track that all artists have worked on together: ‘Come Closer’, a swarming, slithering beginning featured as the VA’s opener. Its barely coherent female vocal echoing amidst a cacophony of demon-like effects.

The chilling ambience captured at the offset transcends into the first full length track by Elli Acula, ‘Floating Eyes’, a cur characterised by an authoritative, pounding bass featuring calculated percussive rolls and metallic overtones to make for a face-scrunching opener to this devilish collection of works. FJAAK follow for the first of twin cameo appearances, partnering up with fellow live supremo and hardware aficionado KiNK. On ‘Overbridge’ the trio deliver a cavernous, rolling number driven by a deep thrumming bass in addition to a razor-edged lead synth, and pulsating technopattern. Dajusch is known for incorporating his years of classical study in with his immersive musical style – and with his VA effort the Berlin native neatly showcases this. Easing the energy slightly, ‘Move’ escalates from its warm, melodic intro into rumbling goliath of a beat comprising a looping, slew of gassy harmonics. 

The momentum of the release shifts considerably with the introduction of acutely versatile producer, DJ and sound artist Claus. The artist from Spandau leans his track ‘Bloomscroll’ towards sparse, dubby sonics in which he intricately ties together to form churning, burgeoning soundscape. FJAAK jolt proceedings back into the techno groove with their signature blend of arresting sub-bass and reverberating rhythms, which come thick, fast and heavy on ‘Jackfruit’. The abstract wonder of Anna Z’s broken-beat like stylings is fully explored on ‘Icy Liq’. It’s outlandish and amorphous in its execution, causing a clattering percussive chaos that’s choicely pieced together by the modular-extraordinaire. Nikk stealthy moves into breaks territory with his track ‘Down In The Shadows’, packing a trap-like snare with an acid-flecked melody and dawn-breaking, dream-like textures. The penultimate track on the VA is ‘Tufted’. J.Manuel expertly employs a chorus of robot-like sonics that course through a short-circuiting low-end to produce a pacy, inescapable journey via a whirling, merciless beat. He is joined by the legendary producer Tobi Neumann for their menacingly ambient number titled ‘Fennec.’ In parts a nod to UK dubstep, the duo concocts a fierce admixture of styles bolstering tribal-like components with industrialised overtones and methodically crafted drum-fills.

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Come Closer (ft. Anna Z, Claus, Dajusch, Elli Acula, FJAAK, J.Manuel, Nikk, Tobi Neumann)

Buy link: https://bipolardisorder1.bandcamp.com/album/quicksilver
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GCOD makes his debut on the Label with “Quicksilver”. A sharp, organic minimal-minded release, exploring the push and pull between space and energy. Built around the balance of tension, these tracks, fuse precision, restraint and purpose.

Influenced by time on dancefloors and long walks away from the screen, the EP reflects GCOD’s changing workflow: refined & direct.
Remixes from Raredub, Gene Richards Jr, HIGHLIMITER and The Chronics add new layers of energy and pressure, each taking the foundation into their own territory.
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Artist: GCOD
Title: Moodymann
Label: Bipolar Disorder Rec.
Catalogue: BDd038
Format: Digital
Genre: Electronic
Style: #Techno | Groove
Release date: 25.04.2025

Mastering: Charles Accarisi
Artwork: Giorgi Grdzelishvili
Mastering: @chlaer_
Artwork: @ggrdzelishvili
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Tracklist:

1. GCOD - Moodymann

2. GCOD - Moodymann (Highlimiter Remix)

3. GCOD - Moodymann (Raredub Remix)

4. GCOD - Squash the Spiders

5. GCOD - Squash the Spiders (Gene Richard’s Jr Remix)

6. GCOD - Bitter

7. GCOD - Bitter (The Chronics Remix)



Quicksilver

Moodymann

GCOD - Moodymann (Original Mix) [BDd038]

Elli Acula - Floating Eyes

Premiere of Sciahri - Antartide [CRGX4]

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Artist: Sciahri
Title: Antartide
Label: Clergy
Catalogue: CRGX4
Release date: May 9th, 2025

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Sciahri - Antartide [SOMA SELECTS Premiere]

HATE exclusive premiere.
Full streaming of the EP soon on our HATE YouTube channel.

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Following acclaimed releases on Umay, Body To Body and Bpitch, Sina XX announces the release of their highly anticipated debut album, Music With a Massage. 

Artist: Sina XX
Title: Music With A Massage
Label: subtyl
Catalogue: SUBTYL007
Format: Digital
Genre: Electronic
Style: Techno
Release date: April 25, 2025

Artwork: Christopher Shubat

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https://linktr.ee/Sinaxx
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This project is a profound exploration of music's power to soothe, unite, and heal, set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing and emotionally intense world. The album’s title - a playful nod to hip-hop’s iconic phrase "music with a message” - questions techno’s ability to carry a message. At its core, Sina XX’s creative process remains uncompromising, drawing deep inspiration from SWANA (South West Asia and North Africa) traditional instruments and voices. Music With a Massage is a sonic space for cultures and communities often sidelined in contemporary dance music due to shifting political landscapes.

Tracklist:
1. Landing In Baghdad
2. Tribalizer
3. Read The Room
4. Fire Dancer
5. Minimal Action
6. Let Me Be Your Shawarma
7. A Stranger's Smile 
8. Landing In Baghdad (First Version)


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Music With A Massage

Read The Room

Premiere: Sina XX — Read The Room [SUBTYL007]

Feel the energy

Rise & Resist

Leeks – Why?

Why? is a minimal hardgroove techno track that’s fast, groovy, and built for the underground. Rolling percussion, hypnotic energy, and driving rhythms make this a peak-time tool for DJs and true techno lovers. Perfect for fans of Chlär, Ben Sims, and the new wave of hardgroove.

Leeks - Why? > [ MINIMAL HARDGROOVE TECHNO ]

@FJAAK & @ELLIACULA present SPANDAU20 + CROWD

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Record label, Mixtape series, Events & more from Berlin.

Elli Acula - Floating Eyes

SPANDAU20 | CROWD