!!!! Techno..house..experimental sets.. part 31

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Stojche Cvetanovski (nacido en 1984 en Skopje, Macedonia) es sólo un rebelde común y corriente atrapado en el caos urbano del siglo XXI. El factor desencadenante que lo inspiró fue la escena techno underground local en Skopje. Una ciudad descrita por Derrick May y Juan Atkins como “el principal centro del techno de Detroit en la península de los Balcanes”. La expansión de los sonidos de la ciudad del motor en la capital macedonia y su manía por los discos de vinilo impulsaron a Stojche a explorar su camino y profundizar en este fenómeno musical futurista. Después de una década dedicada a ser DJ, pasó a producir y en 2009 cofundó “Argumento Music”.

Es uno de los nombres del circuito europeo que se abrió paso con contribuciones a sellos como A.r.t.less, Syncrophone, Conform, Subwax, Mutual Rytm, entre otros. En 2011 lanzó su sello en solitario “Tangible Assets”. Una salida que le ha dado la libertad de explorar y refinar sus producciones dobladas influenciadas por Detroit. “Tangible Assets” refleja una declaración personal con un énfasis en el aprecio por la historia del techno. Su discografía lo marcó como uno de los nombres que todavía está impulsando la envoltura atemporal del legado inicial del “hi-tech soul”.

Por el contrario, sus sesiones de DJ proporcionan una prueba más de los años que pasó detrás de los tocadiscos, lo que resultó en viajes intensos con una dosis de contenido emocional. Su constante búsqueda de inspiración se equilibra con el pulso de la vida de la ciudad. Encerrado en su estudio de Madrid, donde la pasión y el proceso se catalizan en formas de ondas de viajes intensos, ejecutados por un hombre que está en sintonía con su oficio.

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Stojche Cvetanovski (born in 1984 in Skopje, Macedonia) is just a regular rebel trapped in the urban chaos of the 21st century. The trigger factor that inspired him, was the local underground techno scene in Skopje. A city described by Derrick May and Juan Atkins as “the leading hub for Detroit techno on the Balkan Peninsula”. The expansion of the motor city sounds in the Macedonian capital and his mania for vinyl records triggered Stojche to explore his path and dig deeper in this futuristic music phenomenon. After a decade devoted to djing, he shifted to producing, and in 2009 he co-founded “Argumento Music”.

He is one of the names on the European circuit that broke through with contributions to labels like A.r.t.less, Syncrophone, Conform, Subwax, Mutual Rytm, alongside others. In 2011 he launched his solo imprint “Tangible Assets”. An outlet that has given him the freedom to explore and refine his trademark Detroit – influenced dubbed out productions. “Tangible Assets” reflects a personal statement with emphasized appreciation for the techno history. His discography marked him as one of the names that is still pushing forward the timeless envelope of the initial “hi-tech soul” legacy.

In contrast, his dj sets provide further evidence of years spent behind the turntables, resulting in pounding journeys with a dose of emotional content. His constant pursuit for inspiration sits balanced with the pulse of the city life. Locked away in his studio in Madrid where passion and process all catalyze into waveforms of intense voyages, executed by a man who is well in tune with his craft.

T- LABEL | Podcast #153 | Stojche

The 91st episode of our Syntop Audio series is hosted by V:SONNTAG.

@vsonntag, the Leipzig-based DJ, started DJing techno back in 2019.
With a mix of driving beats, infectious grooves, and hypnotic minimal rhythms, her sets keep the energy flowing.

She's graced stages at well known clubs like Tresor, Rote Sonne, About Blank, and Institut für Zukunft, both locally and abroad in England, Switzerland, Sweden, Denmark and Spain.

Being part of the Nebula collective, V:SONNTAG not only spins tunes but also plays a role in organizing events and managing a podcast series. Since the beginning of this year, she has been running the series „ Focus: “ to promote the visibility of FLINTA* artists.

Syntop Audio 91 - V:SONNTAG

Holden’s third release on SK_Eleven, Dust,  showcases a striking evolution of his signature dark, driving sound. Rhythms are as urgent and rooted in the dancefloor as ever, but melodies have grown more haunting and emotive. This release sees Holden charting new sonic territory with two ambient tracks to open and close the record. Opener “Dust” brings melody and harmony to the foreground to set the emotional tone for the peak-time techno tracks that follow, while the closing track, “Frost,” ends the EP on a more hopeful note, its yearning melody disappearing into the mist beyond the sunlight.

A1 - Dust
A2 - Myth
A3 - Corner of the Room
B1 - The Beginning and The End
B2 - Steep
B3 - Frost

All tracks written and produced by Holden Federico
Mastering by Beau Thomas 1087 Mastering, London
All rights reserved SK_eleven 2024

Holden Federico - Dust [SK11X025]

Sciahri - Pareidolia II - SUBL014

A1 One Letter
A2 Homid
B1 10k In One Year
B2 No Tears


Cat. SUBL014
Format: Vinyl & Digital
Release date: 17.05.24

Sublunar proudly presents "Pareidolia II," the latest EP by Sciahri, marking the next chapter in an evolving sonic journey following its first installment. This four-track release explores a spectrum of techno landscapes, offering a blend of pulsating rhythms, hypnotic sequences, and emotive soundscapes.

On the A-side, "One Letter" captivates with its infectious groove and fluid bassline, while "Homid" invites listeners on a minimalist journey, where hypnotic synth sequences create an enthralling atmosphere that captivates from start to finish.

Flipping to the B-side, "10k In One Year" enthralls with its sharp stabs and captivating rhythms, while "No Tears" delves into deeper, more introspective territories, combining classic elements with modern sensibilities.
"Pareidolia II" invites listeners to immerse themselves in a diverse array of techno experiences, each track offering a unique perspective on the genre. It's a testament to Sciahri's artistry and Sublunar's commitment to pushing sonic boundaries.

w & p by Sciahri
Mastered By - Neel at Enisslab in Rome

Sciahri - Pareidolia II - SUBL014

Support the artist here:
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/lea-occhi?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leaocchi/
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/leaocchi

Frenzy Podcast 176 - Lea Occhi

For our 176th podcast we invited the Parisian born and Berlin based Lea Occhi, mother of Spectrum Waves in Paris. She is no stranger to the scene anymore and therefore doesn't need much introduction. Lea is committed to promoting values of tolerance, diversity and freedom within her musical journey and music has always been an important part of her life. 

Describing it  herself as 'a moment of communion between music, dance and nature', this mix will take you on a mesmerizing journey of organic and tribal infused sounds. Enjoy listening!

Podcast: Link in bio

Artwork: Janu Krohm

FrenzyPodcast #176 - Lea Occhi

Berlin-based Inox Traxx is quickly gaining attention as a DJ and producer. Her first release on Overbalance in 2019 showcased her distinct sound, often including dark choir-like vocals over icy synths, all following a minimalistic, hard hitting groove. On her Indicators EP released last year, she uses many of the same elements, but also created a more hypnotic feel with bleeping modular sounds that slowly oscillate in and out.

As a DJ, she plays in line of her own productions, favoring minimalistic hard hitting kick drums, dystopian vocals and minimalistic percussion patterns. In this mix, she only showcases her own productions.

Tune in for #193

Vault Sessions #193 - Inox Traxx

Fast. Impulsive. Techno. Three words to establish and define what the artist known as Egotot is all about. The young musician, hailing from the deep south of Germany, sets quite the pace when it comes to his vision of electronic music, regarding both tempo as well as quality. His beats, be in the studio or in the DJ booth, appear to come and arrange themselves seemingly with no effort. A Rave-infected sonic testing ground without ever feeling like a simple Rave pastiche. A
vision of Techno that is obviously inspired by its sound of the 90s, but neither exceedingly aggressive, nor excessively happy. Egotot has a special taste for rugged, up-tempo grooves which demand their own time to breathe and reveal their power. A sonic all-purpose weapon to be used on, for, and by
the dance floor. However, his sense for music doesn’t stop at the edge of dancefloor-oriented Rave. It goes far beyond, right to and through the sometimes more and sometimes less subtle tides of electronic music. This exemplarily reflects in his very own imprint, Schimmer Records, which he founded in 2019. The label has, in a rather short period of time, already evolved to a sonic reservoir of all different shades, all of which share a commonality – quality in production, love to detail, and an undeniable appeal to avid devotees of electronic music of all kinds. There is nothing confusing about Egotot’s take on music. It is clean-cut, it is straightforward, it is always effective. The Industrial clout, the fast groove, the merciless rigor – this is how Techno should sound in the 21st century, and Egotot is its perfect avatar.

follow the artist:
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/egotot
Instagram: www.instagram.com/egotot.schimmer/

Artwork: www.instagram.com/joshua.wsm/

EGOTOT

Rote Sonne invites Egotot | Podcast 127

A1. Stojche - Counterpunch
A2. Stojche - Chordal Tribe
B1. Stojche - Signal Drive
B2. Stojche - Metaphor

Pre-order here: www.fuse.be/fuse04

Macedonia’s own Stojche is Fuse’s next guest for the club's freshly made imprint. The long standing DJ and producer has been known to keep Detroit’s playfully hybrid style as the focus of his work and ‘Metaphor’ is the case in point. His four tracks bounce through a nostalgic balance of techno, house, and more with a modern crisp. A refreshing take on club music, Stojche keeps techno’s sometimes nonchalant attitude at arms length with a charismatic record that hits its mark with every measure. 


The record’s first track ‘Counterpunch’ features heavily lined percussion but still brews up a storm far and wide with resonant dub stabs and open hi hats. The drum machine boasts a full spectrum, rolling through a light show of melodic flashes, perfect for a room compressing soundsystem. The maximalist, vintage detail that Stojche brings to his compositions blurs the lines between classic genres in a time of hasty hybridization, which gives it a sort of authenticity that can’t be taken for granted. ‘Chordal Tribe’, on the other hand, raises the general euphoria of the EP. Luring in the listener with bright pads and full-on drums, Stochje’s work is reliable main slot material that adds color to any mix while providing a persuasive low end. Shimmering hi hats give it an ethereal quality making it an appropriate interlude for almost any context. Moving on to the B side, the producer sharpens up his rhythm and emphasizes the hardgroove influence in ‘Signal Drive’. Softening the pace of his drums with free use of melodic chord stabs, Stojche opens up his dance floor for a crowd bonding record once again, complete with filter transitions and pummeling toms. As the final contribution, his title track ‘Metaphor’ begins with a more obscure opening to conclude his EP for Fuse. Leaning more to a techno cut, the record remains flamboyant as ever with open hats and rides shuffling through his arrangement. A muted main synth becomes apparent to focus the energy of the track while allowing for liveset-like drum flickering to take shape beneath, claiming the immortality of old club records with the technical precision of a seasoned modern producer.

Written & produced by Stojche
Mastering by Ahmet Altinbas
Artwork by Ahmet Altinbas
Layout by Studio Phazed

FUSE04 • Stojche - Metaphor

EERSTE COMMUNIE #041 OLIVIA MENDEZ

This next one’s a very special B2B set from two of techno’s freshest talents. German/Dutch pairing Phil Berg and Lobster have emerged from their respective habitats masters of their art. From raves in both their homelands to releases on SK-eleven, HAYES, Room Trax and positivesource, as well as a shared residency for Vault Sessions that’s brought them here for Bassiani Podcast 210, the duo posit a deep and driving compound of high-voltage rhythms in their day-to-day praxis. Slamming techno that has claimed a rightful space among the greatest names of their generation. Layer by layer, an instinctive formulation of heaving basslines and delicate hi-hats balanced with utmost precision. It’s a seamless communion of complementary worldviews in respect to sound, a rich tapestry of ever morphing loops. It’s focus on gradual build, a slowly evolving chimera in lieu of schmaltzy instant gratification. This latest edition clocks in at three hours, a redacted version of their 12 hour set for the Vault Sessions night at Bassiani back in early February. Immersive and rolling, monolith techno that’s sure to set a higher bar for those who follow.

@phlbrg
@lobsternl

BASSIANI PODCAST SERIES

Bassiani invites Phil Berg & Lobster / Podcast #210

Vinyl only set recorded at Het Magazijn in Den Haag (NL) on April, 13th


► Laura BCR (On Board, Het Magazijn, Berlin)
https://soundcloud.com/laurabcr
https://www.residentadvisor.net/dj/laurabcr
https://www.facebook.com/LauraBCR01/

Berlin-based French DJ Laura BCR has been steadily making her mark in the contemporary electronic music scene in recent times, with firm feet in the scene via her various endeavours such as her now defunct, but highly revered and remembered, Bass Cadet Records shop in Berlin where she takes her name from. 

Recent times have seen BCR snap up a residency at Het Magazijn club in The Hague, Netherlands as well as further bookings across the globe at hotspots in the Far East  as well as appearances at many other leading nightclubs such as Tresor, ://about blank, Concrete, Moog and more. Amongst this Laura’s fledgling On Board Music label, born out of her agency of the same name, has already gained recognition from many influential figures and platforms, yet another telling sign of her knowledge and ability to curate and connect the sounds that surround her.

Phonons Podcast 059 Laura BCR

Full feature on Off The Record: bit.ly/OTRMIX4

Off The Record Mix Series 4: DJ Fett Burger

Jonathan Carroll aka I.E ist Mitbegründer und einer der Organisatoren von Ismus, die mit ihrer gleichnamigen Partyreihe seit 2016 unter anderem die Grießmühle aufmischen.
Für die dritte Ausgabe unserer Podcast-Serie bediente er sich ausschließlich der Tracks von Producern aus Kopenhagen, wie Sugar, Repro und Rune Bagge, welche regelmäßig auf den Line Ups beider Party-Reihen zu finden sind. 

Viel Spaß beim hören!

@idote [Ismus]

Syntop Audio 03 - I.E (58 to CPH)

big ones only

w the homie @nanderwang

stay blessed

dinger & d. tyrone 4.20 mix

berlin based collective,
combining different shapes of sound

Syntop Audio 03 - I.E (58 to CPH)

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