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Orb Podcast 081: Lisene

We are pleased to announce the launch of Basement Beats Records, with the debut release ‘Flip the Rack’. Rising British talent Sopp hits the mark with absolute precision and sets the tone with this absolute weapon engineered perfectly for peak-time impact. 

This debut embodies the essence of the Basement Beats sound with an electrifying blend of shadowy basslines and strange echoing synths. So buckle up and step into the void with this hypnotic, club-ready banger—crafted for late nights, dark rooms, and testing sound systems. 

No finish line, only the journey and this is just the beginning…

Label: Basement Beats
Artist: Sopp
Mastering: TimeItem Studio 
Artwork/Logo: Dollymixstudios
Release Date: 07/11/24

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Flip the Rack

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Sopp - Flip the Rack [FREE DL]

Teetee - ‘Binary Ritual’ (BB002)

"This year I want to hone in on the vibe that really resonates with me and hopefully show everyone the sounds that I love. Binary Ritual is on the heavier and faster end of this spectrum but still incorporates my favourite elements of acid and weird textures. I’m very grateful to have you all on this journey with me"

Next up on Basement Beats is Binary Ritual from extremely talented London-based DJ & producer Teetee. This track is a peak-time powerhouse, built on thudding drums and a rolling sub that anchors its hypnotic groove channeling the energy of 90s Goa. 

With warped vocal chops and trippy, psy-inspired melodies, Binary Ritual effortlessly blurs the lines between progressive house and psytrance creating an immersive soundscape of tension and release. 

A stand-out moment from this release process was having the track selected to be featured live on BBC Radio London, by resident DJ Jess Iszatt which was another massive milestone for us. 

Production: Teetee - ‘Binary Ritual’ 
Label: Basement Beats Records [BB002]
Mixing: Body Clinic
Mastering: Time Item Studio 
Artwork: rohanmisra.xyz

© Basement Beats Records

Teetee - Binary Ritual [FREE DL]

"This mix was an attempt to blend the different styles of club music that I've been enjoying over the last year into something somewhat cohesive

Honoured to be the first mix in a new series, thanks for having me on :]

Enjoy an upcoming one from me at the end and some forthcoming LIGHTSPEED label material (っ◔◡◔)っ"

We’re super excited to kick off the first installment of the Basement Beats Mix Series with none other than Manchester-based producer, DJ, and LIGHTSPEED label boss Kalani. 

Kalani dives head-first into the sounds he knows and loves, delivering a seamless blend of influences and contrasting energies of heavier tracks with some ethereal cuts which makes for an unmissable listen. 

Super grateful for Kalani for stepping up with this 60 minute masterclass filled with dance floor-ready cuts floating between eras and genres. I’ve been an enormous fan of Kalani’s since I stumbled across his unique productions and soundscapes so very fortunate to have him on.

Tracklist:
1. Fantastic Man - Solar Surfing [Kitjen]
2. Peverelist - Pulse XV [Livity Sound]
3. Confluence - Synchrophasotron [Avoidant]
4. Teardrop - Lew E [Basic Spirit]
5. Celeda - Reach Up [Peter Rauhofer's Original Mix) [Star 69 Records]
6. Presslaboys - Taste My Body (Break My Body Remix) [Presslab Records]
7. Retromigration - Trust [Handy Records]
8. Sam Goku - Tanggu FM [Dekmantel]
9. Dharma - Mirror [R&S Records]
10. Cromby - Melter [Vitamina Musica]
11. Barada - Plaza (2024 Remaster) [Definitive Recordings]
12. BufoBufo - Ectoplasm [Klasse Wrecks]
13. Altinbas - Waves [Observer Station]
14. Skee Mask - One For Vertigo [Self Released]
15. R.M.K - Cheng's Garden [Avoidant]
16. Altinbas - Sustain [Fuse Imprint]
17. Mesmerist - She Looked Back [Kulture Galerie]
18. Skee Mask - Double Standard [Ilian Tape]
19. Salomo - Liquid Love [R.A.N.D. Musik Recordings]
20. Sam Goku - Spirit Beat [Self Released]
21. Elsa - Iffy [Unreleased]
22. DJ Life - Limestone [Craigie Knowes]
23. Altinbas - Sphaere [Fuse Imprint]
24. Fireground - Memories [Ilian Tape]
25. Kalani - ??? [Unreleased]


Kalani Basement Beats Mix [BBM001]

Introducing our next release on Basement Beats: an EP by Serbian-based Cosmic G, featuring the title track “General Strike” and the flip-side “Justice.” Influenced by the ongoing protests in Serbia, this project embodies a commitment to change and community support, with all profits being donated to student charities. 

Cosmic G showcases his exceptional talent for crafting deep, dark, bouncy, and futuristic soundscapes. Recognized for his work on Haws, Snippets, Vakum, Goddezz, Commatrax, BinarySound, and System 108. This release demonstrates his versatility as an artist, comprising two high-energy, perfectly crafted proggy tracks. 

We're honored to kick off the year with Igor’s tracks, especially for such an important cause. We encourage you to support both the artist and the cause by purchasing the EP on the Basement Beats Bandcamp page, and stream it now on SoundCloud.

© Basement Beats Records 🏰


Cosmic G - General Strike

Cosmic G - Justice

Deep in the black dunes, an ancient signal awakens. The Watchtower rises from the ruins, its red eye fixed on the void as frequencies pulse, echoing into the abyss ⋅.˳˳.⋅ॱ˙˙ॱ⋅.˳˳.⋅ॱ˙˙ॱᐧ.˳˳.⋅

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Artist: Pulse - Watchtower [BB004]
Label: Basement Beats
Mastering: TimeItemStudio
Artwork/Logo: Dollymixstudios
Release Date: 13/03/2025

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Pulse - Watchtower [FREE DL]

Next up on Basement Beats is a heavyweight transmission from Paris-based producer and DJ Germain CLS. A member of the boundary-pushing HORS-SOL events crew and a regular on Rinse France, Germain has carved a name for himself with a signature sound that dives headfirst into the 90s-drenched worlds of progressive and trance.

Following the success of his 2024 debut EP The Tools and his recent ZEIT project — featuring a standout remix from none other than Bliss Inc — Germain CLS returns with BEAST. A high-octane trip through warped acid lines, breaks and relentless percussion. 

With previous work across multiple aliases (including as one half of the duo S7RENS), Germain CLS continues to deliver forward thinking club tools.

Artist: Germain CLS
Label: Basement Beats Records [BB005]
Mastering: Time Item Studio
Artwork: rohanmisra.xyz

Germain CLS - BEAST [FREE DL]

The third instalment in our mix series comes from a close friend of the label, petar_tverkal, a Warsaw-based DJ and producer turning heads with her high-energy, trance-infused sound.

After first coming across her sets, it was clear her sound was a natural fit for Basement. We instantly connected over a mutual love for the same artists, labels, and a shared taste for fast grooves, strange textures, and progressive-leaning club sounds.
Starting her journey as a DJ before diving into production, petar_tverkal has quickly built a reputation for blending progressive house, eurodance, and fast groove techno. 

Her debut EP on German label Hyperrave blends hard groove and hypnotic techno, followed by a progressive house release on UK imprint Labonnemusique and, most recently, eurodance cuts via PULZAR.
In Warsaw, she co-founded WOX—a platform for workshops, lectures, and events supporting women and queer communities—and launched UWA, a night dedicated to supporting beginner DJs.

Swipe for some of our favourite tracks played in the mix. Drop a comment for full track-list, will also post it on Soundcloud. 

A huge thank you to all the talented artists and great labels whose work make this mix possible - drop a comment for any ID's. 


petar_tverkal Basement Beats Mix [BBM003]

The fourth installment of our mix series comes from none other than Paris-based DJ and producer Gaspero. Founder of Ryugu Records, Gaspero is a passionate and insatiable digger, taking listeners on deep sonic journeys that trace back to the golden era of progressive trance - seamlessly blending these roots with modern-day productions inspired by that same spirit.
His work aims to bridge generations, fusing past and present influences into a contemporary, club-focused aesthetic that feels both nostalgic and forward-thinking.

Ever since stumbling upon Gaspero’s mixes, I’ve been obsessed with his sound, drawn in by his ability to curate truly exceptional selections time and again. I must admit I had high expectations for this one, and he more than delivered: high energy, endlessly hypnotic, and unmistakably his own style.

A portal into what lies ahead, this mix gives a glimpse into what is to come with our upcoming EP release together where the journey continues soon...

Tewo Rima - Liquid Sky (sa+ga Moaning Remix)
Buzzmonx - Twinpeak
FREq - Spacechanger
Human Blue - Intercity
FREq - FREqtal (Zero One Edit)
Soul Surfer - Highest Drop
FREq - Awaken (Materialize)
Liquid Soul - Why
Insane Creation - Shoobidoo
Human Blue - Travelling
Hibziak - Α.Ο.Ρ 17
Saiko-pod - Tron
Pire Meilleur - Access Purple  
Ticon - Electricity (Fabel Remix)
Mittelstandskinder Ohne - Spirulina (On3 Remix)
Incisions - Amorak (Original Mix)

Gaspero Basement Beats Mix [BBM004]

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