I.C. TRAX proudly presents the fifth installment of our VA series, showcasing one of our favorite techno artists. This compilation features nine carefully selected tracks that reflect the raw, groovy, and hypnotic sound we stand for.

releases July 4, 2025

Irah - Come Thru

HERS - From The Soul

Tenser - Torq

Oshimba - Altos y Bajos (Drum Tool)

Magoo - Dark Matter Loop

DIVERSION - UNTITLED TRACK

Ikigai3000 - Hindsight

The Architect returns with his monthly EP drop—this time delivering three functional, floor-ready tools and an atmospheric intro to set the tone. With this release, I'm continuing to reshape my sound while staying true to the classic influences that define it. Hope you enjoy the ride :)

Tracklist:
1. Grey Area (Intro)
2. Noche
3. Perc
4. XTC Tool

XTC Tool

Buy EP: essencede.bandcamp.com/album/para-victoria-esnc005
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Para Victoria is a self-released, 4-track EP written in the middle of life happening way too fast. Between the pressure, distance, joy, and nights out that blur into something bigger, this project came together as a reflection of it all.

It’s about growing up while still feeling like a kid, chasing connection across long distances, and holding on to fleeting moments that somehow feel eternal. It’s also about noodles, new sunglasses, loud music, and soft feelings.

Written, produced, mixed, and mastered entirely by myself, this one’s deeply personal. Maybe you’ll hear that. Maybe you’ll feel it too.

Everyone who buys the EP on Bandcamp will also get a fifth digital bonus track as a thank you.
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Artist: ESSENCE
EP Title: Para Victoria
Track Title: Para Victoria
Label: Self-release
Catalog No.: ESNC005
Format: Digital
Genre: Electronic
Style: Techno
Mastering: Imad Asfari
Artwork: Gregory Crewdson
Release date: 04.07.2025
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Tracklist:
A1. Unsettling
A2. Outcall
B1. Couples Therapy
B2. Para Victoria
B3. [Secret Digital Bonus]
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Follow ESSENCE here:
SoundCloud: @essence_de
Instagram: www.instagram.com/dieessenz/

PREMIERE: ESSENCE - Para Victoria [ESNC005]

DJ Ali's production skills and live sets have traveled throughout the underground scene worldwide. Having honed his craft over the years as both a musician and live artist, DJ Ali is known for his dedication to live performances and his love for nostalgic rhythms, drawing inspiration from the late '90s and early 2000s.
In addition to excelling in live sets, DJ Ali is a passionate DJ exploring the realms of Trance, Tribal, and percussive techno, bridging sounds from the past and present.

“In this mix I explore different sub genres of techno. The tracks I play are some of my favorite to play at the moment, some are bright and some are dark. A Lot of this mix is based around the theme of rhythmic and percussive techno highlighting the essence of the early 2000's style of techno. Some old, some new.” 

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https://www.instagram.com/djali3313/ 

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NR Sound Mix 081 DJ Ali

LOOPS & GROOVES.
Tricity (PL) based collective, brand & label / 𝘐𝘊𝘐 𝘊𝘖𝘓𝘖

@g_ssus @mezerini @radek-okuciejewski @rybskie

2024:
03.02. K-BAR, Warsaw, PL
10.02. CRACKHOUSE, Gdańsk, PL
08.03. JASNA 1, Warsaw, PL
31.05. ULICA ELEKTRYKÓW, Gdańsk, PL
21.06. CRACKHOUSE, Gdańsk, PL
19.07. KBAR, Warsaw, PL
20.07. SCHRON, Poznań, PL
27.07. CRACKHOUSE, Gdańsk, PL
03.08. ULICA ELEKTRYKÓW, Gdańsk, PL

2023:
07.01. CRACKHOUSE, Gdańsk, PL
11.02. ULICA ELEKTRYKÓW, Gdańsk, PL
19.05. ULICA ELEKTRYKÓW, Gdańsk, PL
10.06. CRACKHOUSE, Gdańsk, PL
22.07. ULICA ELEKTRYKÓW, Gdańsk, PL
12.08. CRACKHOUSE, Gdańsk, PL
20.10. CRACKHOUSE, Gdańsk, PL
4.11. SCHRON, Poznań, PL
10.11. K-BAR, Warsaw, PL
31.12. CRACKHOUSE, Gdańsk, PL

Booking:
booking@technoagainstwar.com

Promo, mixing, mastering or any other inquiries:
essence@technoagainstwar.com

Since 2022, ESSENCE has cultivated a distinct identity through raw selections and subtle tension. He blends loop-heavy minimalism with old-school groove and modern edge, never losing sight of the physical experience and the crowd. The result is asound that’s both stripped and powerful, immersive and direct.

ESSENCE is a member of NEUES SYSTEM KOLLEKTIV and Groove Rebellion and has performed at clubs like ://about blank (Berlin), objekt klein a and Sektor Evolution (Dresden), Ankali (Prague), Dornheim (Würzburg), and JAZ (Rostock).

Beyond many self-releases, his music has been released on underground labels such as RI7MO and ROOM (Buenos Aires), as well as Duplicity (London), reflecting a growing international resonance.

RI7MO / Duplicity / ROOM. / CAŁOŚĆ / BONKERS / E-HRZN RECORDS / PA$TI / T&NE RECORDS / Phosphate Records / TNR MEDIA / I.C. TRAXX / SYNAPTIC IMPULSE / Abstract Motion / RELIKT Records / Existenzrecht Records / ...

Unveiling global creativity, empowering voices, elevating the cultural conversation since 2016.

For any enquiries, releases, premiere requests and mixes guidelines please contact: 
info@nr.world

Robots, lasers and synthesizers
1/4 of @ic-trax
Residency at @projectbrand
Bookings: ferdi@voltagency.eu

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