Pause-Café on GDS.FM

The new show Pause-Café by Symplektik starts with host Manu de Soleure (@manudesoleure). The focus is on tranquil music such as atmospheric ambient or quirky, dreamy pop. In this sonic sanctuary, contrasting musical styles or moods are combined to create something surprisingly unexpected. Following the motto: «Between order and disorder». Exciting guests will be invited monthly to present their own interpretation of this vision.

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Die neue Sendung Pause-Café von Symplektik startet mit dem Host Manu de Soleure (@manudesoleure). Der Fokus liegt auf ruhiger Musik wie sphärischem Ambient oder schrägem, verträumtem Pop. In diesem akustischen Zufluchtsort werden im Kontrast stehende Musikstile oder Stimmungen so kombiniert, dass etwas verblüffend Überraschendes entsteht.  Ganz nach dem Motto: «Between order and disorder». Monatlich werden immer neue spannende Gäste eingeladen, um ihre ganz eigene Interpretation dieser Vision zu präsentieren.

Manu de Soleure [Pause-Café on GDS.FM Episode 1]

For this episode of Pause-Café, Symplektik has invited the young Solothurn indie pop trio Deep Fried Galaxy (@deep-fried-galaxy). In November 2022, the talented band released their dreamy yet precise debut EP 'Gardens Of My Mind.' If you haven't heard this record yet, pay close attention because this mix includes three hidden songs from that EP, alongside their favorite tracks from the futuristic dream and synth-pop universe.

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Für dieses Pause-Café hat Symplektik das junge Solothurner Indiepop-Trio Deep Fried Galaxy (@deep-fried-galaxy) eingeladen. Im November 2022 hat die talentierte Band ihre verträumte, aber doch präzise Debut EP “Gardens Of My Mind” veröffentlicht. Wer diese Platte noch nicht gehört hat, sollte gut aufpassen, denn in diesem Mix sind, zwischen ihren Lieblingsliedern aus dem futuristischen Dream- und Synthpopuniversum, auch drei Songs von dieser EP versteckt.

Deep Fried Galaxy [Pause-Café on GDS.FM Episode 2]

Already the third episode of Pause-Café. This time, the exceptional Bernet Branca (@bernetbranca) has prepared a mix for your breakfast. Of course, just a coffee will do as well.

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Mittlerweile bereits die ditte Episode Pause-Café. Dieses Mal hat die herausragende Bernet Branca (@bernetbranca) einen Mix für euer Zmorgeessen vorbereitet. Nur ein Kaffee geht natürlich auch.

Bernet Branca [Pause-Café on GDS.FM Episode 3]

Bonjour and welcome to the pause-café on gds.fm! This time, we have Silvan Nicca (@silvannicca) from Zurich. With his refined selection, he consistently manages to impress both connoisseurs and enthusiasts. We wish you a wonderful relaxation accompanied by an aromatic coffee that hopefully tastes better than the one from the train station coffee vending machine

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Bonjour zum Pausenkafi auf gds.fm: Dieses Mal mit Silvan Nicca (@silvannicca ) aus Zürich. Mit seiner ausgereiften Selektion schafft er es immer wieder sowohl Kenner als auch Geniesser zu überzeugen. Wir wünschen euch ein wunderbares Entspannen mit einem aromatischen Kaffee, der hoffentlich besser schmeckt als der aus dem Bahnhofs-Kaffeeautomat.

Silvan Nicca [Pause-Café on GDS.FM Episode 4]

What many people don't know is that Biel/Bienne is one of the most creative and open-minded cities in Switzerland. From the Seeland region comes "Formen," from the underground ambient label @empty_space. The ambient musician has put together a top-notch mixtape featuring a diverse selection of both well-known and lesser-known artists. Enjoy the mix and be sure to check out their releases on @empty_space .

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Was viele nicht wissen, ist, dass Biel/Bienne eine der kreativsten und offenen Städte der Schweiz ist. Aus dem Seeland stammt auch "Formen" vom Underground-Ambient-Label @empty_space. Der Ambient-Musiker hat ein hochklassiges Mixtape mit einer gesunden Auswahl an bekannten und weniger bekannten Künstlern zusammengestellt. Enjoy und checkt seine Releases auf @empty_space aus!

Formen [Pause-Café on GDS.FM Episode 5]

WAVES WAVES WAVES

In this mix, some of Lilly Of The Valley's (@29-5d) favorite artists and favorite labels from the last four decades blend together. The spectrum ranges from a tribute to Céline Dion, poetry by Azimuth, a live tape recording in Berlin from 1996 by the band SPOKE, an absolute masterpiece by the local hero and undoubtedly the greatest synth wizard from Zurich: Florin Büchel aka CCO, and other feel-good substances for your ears and soul.

Have fun while floating those sonic waves!

Lilly Of The Valley [Pause-Café on GDS.FM Episode 7]

For this episode we invite Aron (@aronmusikofficial), the long-standing hidden resident from Solothurn, now residing in Zurich. While he primarily plays microhouse, minimal, or tech house in the club, he has a great passion for ambient music as well. In this extended version of his radio mix he will give us a wonderful and intimate insight into his vast repertoire of his unreleased calm and beautiful music.

Aron [Pause-Café on GDS.FM Episode 6]

Sam (@samtheories) and Valentin (@valentin-wedde) from Berlin met Manu from Symplektik at this year's Waking Life Festival. The two of them made a wonderful audio/visual installation in the festival's cinema. After long, animated conversations about music and art by the lakeshore, the idea for this mix was born. For this episode, they have put together a selection of their favorite downtempo and ambient tracks.

theories & Valentin Wedde [Pause-Café on GDS.FM Episode 8]

DJ Dekeizer (@nommo_onommo) is Belgian born, Biel/Bienne based, tall guy Laurens. He likes to explore trances in all kinds of music, as long as they can connect us to the source. Allegedly grows mushrooms on his long laid back.

What he tells us about his mix:

Made this mix lighting a reefer with sundown, after pulling out of the big mess that is my record collection. Since we’re in between houses this year i never took the time to organise and install my collection so i went into a state of neglecting them a lot. When picking them out on this starry night i followed my gut and went for it. Added a couple digital files for newer stuff and i recorded it in one take. I was kinda surprised being heavy on the guitar sound in the first part but enjoyed it a lot. I came down after that and went into softer territory. 
Listening back i guess it’s a cool mix to feel high and slightly estranged, so enjoy yourselves.

Dekeizer [Pause-Café on GDS.FM Episode 9]

Pause-Café on GDS.FM turns 10 with a special mix for when outside is cold and the sky is clear :)
Nice Strangers (@malsilvianicestrangers) is Silvia, a radio producer based in London, where she co-runs the experimental music label and event series Sagome (@sagomesagome).

Nice Strangers [Pause-Café on GDS.FM Episode 10]

The eleventh (btw. Solothurn City's signature number) episode of our Pause-Café on @gdsfm: This time, we invited Bob, aka 1000 Balles from Genève (@bob-1000balles). Not only is she the co-founder of Kakakids Records and part of the band Maraudeur, but she also contributes significantly to the local scene by co-organizing concerts and festivals, including the infamous LUFF. Now, it turns out that Bob is also a brilliant selector and has put together a post punky and beautiful mix of music for this occasion. Tune in!

1000 Balles [Pause-Café on GDS.FM Episode 11]

La Brise (@la_brise) is part of the La Baraque Crew (@la-baraque-collectif) from Fribourg. Known for his incredible smooth mixes and great selection he prepared for us an insight into his ambient collection.

What he tells us about his mix:

I recorded this mix on a rainy sunday morning. Had no idea what to expect as i usually blend in ambient tracks so people can leave the club to get some fresh air. Turns out, I can play more than 2 consecutive ambient tracks without being bored to death. A pleasant surprise. Still ended up putting a destiny's child remix in there. But it works, trust me.

Image: Hadrien Gauthier

La Brise [Pause-Café on GDS.FM Episode 12]

PLASTIQUE ONO aka @banditbandeau, half of the infamous lo-fi punk band @banditvoyage and a forth the sensible chanson quartet @barriocolette, has prepared a mix for our pause-café on @gdsfm. 

«sometimes
when two worlds collide
it makes sens
perfect love doesn’t exist 
but i’ll find it anyway» 

this mix is for the wicked, the unwanted, the too much, the doubters, the eternal lovers.

Plastique Ono [Pause-Café on GDS.FM Episode 13]

This time we welcome the infamous Bassinä (@bassinae) with origins in the Welschland. Maybe Zurich's best DJ for weird wave, punk and kraut music. 
Funfact: The last track is Ricardo Villalobos approved. Enjoy the journey!

Bassinä [Pause-Café on GDS.FM Episode 14]

Orphin Loiv (@user-644541745) aus Weimar war es ein Bedürfnis die zart-zögerliche Frühlingsfreude, die gerade noch zumeist in wohligen Wolldeckenklängen gebettet liegt, spürbar zu machen. Ihr Mix ist eine Collage von Lieblingsstücken der letzten Monate, die sie als Selector in ihre Sammlung aufnahm.

Orphin Loiv [Pause-Café on GDS.FM Episode 15]

For this Pause-Café, Aline (@aline-f-rer) created a wonderful, dreamy ambient soundscape filled with detailed and complex sounds. We are very happy to have the Zurich-based label owner of 'The Pluto Question.' Enjoy! 🌌

Aline [Pause-Café on GDS.FM Episode 16]

This time a dark episode Pause-Café with one of Zürichs finest underground DJ NEXUS2000 (@donttellyourfriends). Here is "drift life support" for your ears. Make your vibe check!

DJ Nexus 2000 [Pause-Café on GDS.FM Episode 17]

between order and disorder

radio shows:
‣ pause-café: montly ambient and experimental explorations on @gdsfm
‣ transmisson: focus on local and newcomer artists

future

past (extract)
‣ 03.02.24 symplektik @thehidden, solothurn w/ @nivenive @manudesoleure
‣ 07.10.23 symplektik @thehidden, solothurn w/ @samtheories @silvannicca @manudesoleure
‣ 28.07.23 pause-café @summer_camp radio rote fabrik w/ @skyte0000, @ix4m, @manudesoleure
‣ 18.03.23 symplektik @ gummizelle, langendorf w/ @bernetbranca and many others
‣ 13.01.23 concert @ theater delly, solothurn w/ @leoni-leoni
‣ 10.09.22 harmonics @ gummizelle, langendorf w/ @bassinae, @la_brise, @silvannicca b2b @manudesoleure
‣ 22.01.22 harmonics @ gummizelle, langendorf w/ @aube-rudelbums, @yolek, @manudesoleure