Dom Carlo - 04 May 2025

After 15 years in the game, with over 60+ vinyl records pressed, including several "001s", I am very excited to finally be launching my own thing (better late than never hey).

001 - Pugilist - Monument

The concept for Ruff Kutz as an idea came about last year after doing the 3 releases exclusive to Bandcamp as an outlet for my own productions that didn't get picked up by labels. Lots of people messaged me about vinyl. including a big push from dear friend and musical luminary Stormn Norm aka Mr Modern Hypnosis. He put me in touch with Sequence Distribution and they have been amazing to work with - helping me get this off the ground quickly!

The label will be the main outlet for most of my productions going forward - focussing on quality over quantity and with no set rules for a particular sound or tempo: expect the unexpected! The first release encompasses what I think is my sound, and is a nod to my musical past whilst aiming to remain fresh and create timeless music.

Techno influence has always been something I have tried to incorporate into my productions, but I have never released a full Techno track - until now! The A side track 'Monument' is a rolling piece of soulful machine music, made to induce euphoria on the dancefloor with its 10 min run time, Dubby chords, groovy Latin percussion and melancholic pads. Homage to a lot of the 90s and early noughties Techno sounds that I am so fond of!

I couldn't think of doing the first release on the label without at least 1 Dubstep track on it, and given it's the genre I cut my teeth in - I did 2 inna pug-step style. Deep and dubbed out. B1 'Mannequin' is an introspective half-stepper with a laid back, techy feel to it. The staccato sub bass keeps the track grooving under the delicate chords and is sure to get the scoops moving!

On the B2 we have 'Run It' a hazy 2-step style tune (so hot right now) with forward thinking production, an off kilter groove, hypnotic bass and a few classy wubs thrown in for good measure. Think Horsepower Productions meets Livity Sound. Stinky!

Available through Bandcamp, and up for pre-order through the usual suspects very soon! No Spotify sorry, you have got to stick to your morals!

Thanks so much for the support, and here is to hopefully many more.

Design by RQ
Distributed by Sequence
Mastered at Star Delta

Big love - Alex

A - Pugilist - Monument - CLIP

Henry Greenleaf: 13th June '25

Tokyo-based producer and DJ Dayzero steps up for the latest instalment of the Rhythmic Culture mix series, delivering a deep and immersive session that reflects his roots in dubstep and evolving sound shaped by dub, bass, and avant-garde hip-hop. Known for releases on Livity Sound and ZamZam Sounds, Dayzero showcases his unique sonic signature ahead of his forthcoming 'Step Inna' EP on Nerve Collect.

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Mantra - Locked in, Locked on

A1. Locked in, Locked on
A2. Levitation Dub
B1. Ruffhouse
B2. Big Munch

Levitating locked in roots on 180g heavyweight vinyl.
Mastered by Tangible Air.
Artwork by Teja.

ITX039 MANTRA - LOCKED IN, LOCKED ON

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Pugilist - XYZ (Dark Mode)

Part of the reason for the inception of this label was to platform not only my own productions, but also to have a vehicle for collaborators / friends and music I hold dear to my heart.

After the success of 001 I am very proud to present Ruff Kutz 002 - Pugilist & Tamen - Source.

Me & Luke immediately connected shortly after both moving to Melbourne around a similar time around 8 or 9 years ago. We immediately found a good working flow together and I can confidently say that we have both been massively influential to each other creatively. Source is our 5th collaborative EP and 10th record together as a production duo and I feel this EP is some of our best work yet!

The title track 'Source' is an ode to the more atmospheric Jungle anthems of innovators Source Direct - with a slightly dubbed out feel, retro aesthetics and nostalgic sampling. It culminates in a euphoric and hypnotic track, which whilst heavily referencing it's inspirations manages to be somewhat modern sounding.

In true Ruff Kutz fashion, the 2nd track on the A side 'Fuchsia' comes with an unexpected tempo drop - whilst continuing with the theme of the deep & melancholic tone of Source, but slightly more introspective and still within a jungle framework. The 2-step rhythm and...  more
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Design by RQ
Distributed by Sequence
Mastered at Star Delta

A2 - Pugilist & Tamen - Fuchsia

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Romanian techno wizard EdiP is at it again! With his debut on Ilario Alicante's Sound D’Elite, 'Lock Y Phone' drops us square into a chunky groove-fest. The EP lands on 19th September 2025, ready to shake the foundations of any underground rave.

EdiP’s not new to the scene. Coming out of Bucharest, he’s already been turning heads as one of Beatport's Top 10 Minimal Artists of 2024. With support from techno titans like Marco Carola and Jamie Jones, EdiP’s making serious waves. His journey from minimal grooves to a festival-ready sound continues to evolve, and 'Lock Y Phone' is the next chapter.

The title track 'Lock Y Phone' is packed with tightly wound percussion, warped vocal chops, and a rolling bassline that’s got more bump than a taxi on cobbles. It’s a glitched-out, hypnotic banger that rattles the warehouse walls and gets the reload every time. Flip to 'I Know U', and you’ve got a groove-led trip through bouncing drums and late-night vibes, perfect for those East Berlin sweatboxes.

This two-tracker is EdiP’s bold move on Sound D’Elite, signaling that he's ready to take on the world. It’s a testament to his evolution and assured style. Don't miss out—pre-order 'Lock Y Phone' and get ready to lose yourself in the music.

EdiP 'Lock Y Phone' drops on 19th September 2025. Dive into the grooves and grab it on Beatport!

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