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Abstraal is a French duo with a shamanic sound. They cook up the sort of absorbing grooves that get you moving and always stir up a storm on the dance floor. Based in Lyon, Tutti & Castelz have been combing their powers for a couple of years now, but have ten years of friendship to draw on when casting their musical spells on dancefloors all over Germany, Spain, France, England and Denmark.

“We are born from the elastic union of astral scientists in a secret lab” they say of how they cook up their otherworldly sounds : always with afro tinges, melodic synths and an ethnic feel, their music is never too dark and always designed for dancing late into the night. 
It has come on labels like Natura Viva Music, the vital Family Piknik Music and Click Records, with high profile supporters like Laurent Garnier, Black Coffee, Township Rebellion, Anna, Ida Engberg, Shall Ocin, James Zabiella all dropping & supporting Abstraal tunes in their sets.
Despite being a relatively new duo, this pair made an immediate mark: they have already had Top 20 hits on the Beatport Melodic House & Techno Chart with "Massalia" and a Top 20 Afro Track with "The Ancient One", as well dropping a big free edit of Kavinsky’s ‘Nightcall’ which also picked up plenty of plays.

Beyond DJing and producing, Abstraal are dictating trends in dance
music in many other ways. "Based on Real Facts" is their monthly radio show on Datatransmisison and has seen them host guests like Glowal, Phunkadelica, Citizen Kain, Space Motion, Ivan Masa and more. As well as this, they run their own cult and pivotal parties in Lyon under the XLR Events banner and have done for seven years now. As such, Abstraal are deeply involved in dance music, shaping it in their own unique way and making a lasting impression with whatever they do.

SC: @Abstraal
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abstraal/

Tracklist :
01_ Rose Ringed - Help_Me (Original Mix)
02_ HEILAN - Kuro Kumo (Original Mix)
03_ Serge Proshe x July Vitraniuk - Cherry Garden (The Organism Remix)
04_ Eric Prydz vs Floyd - Proper Education (Club Mix)
05_ Dizharmonia-Samareia (Original Mix)
06_ Henri Bergmann, Fat Cosmoe, Wennink - Higher Dimension (19.26 'Save Us' Remix)
07_ Lucefora  - El Valle De Los Cisnes (D-Formation Remix)
08_ Javier Ho – Negua (Original Mix)
09_ Ark Of Mind - Go Back (Original Mix)
10_ LKF Project - Sleepwalker (Meloko Remix)
11_ Far Distance - Love Theory (Original Mix)
12_ Black Space Feat. Yann Menge - Dance Alone (Original Mix)

TRUSTED TRACKS 095 - Abstraal

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Based out of Gothenburg, Sweden, Josefine S has 6 of experience ranging between multiple genres. The past years she has transitioned into a techier style of music, blending tech house, techno & minimal. Keeping the groove, dark atmospheres & heavy basslines in the center of attention.

Playing together with Trusted Tracks founder OLAVI at the Gothenburg based venue “Mystery Garden”, they had the dance floor in a trance for the whole set.

In the near future Josefine S has booked a spot at the upcoming AE:RIAL 3+, once again teaming up with OLAVI to bring you the hypnotic & groovy sets they are known for.

SC: @jsjostrand

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TRUSTED TRACKS 096 - Josefine S

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Hailing from the one of the most beautiful cities from Europe, St. Petersburg are Space Food, an eclectic DJ/Producer duo in the world of underground music. This music project is created by two producers, Vladimir and Leonid who joined forces after working and sharing similar style, taste and musical vision. 
Their musical experiences and individual life stories helped and inspired them to form their vision of producing Melodic House & Techno, Progressive House, Afro House, which received instant feedback from many famous DJs and Music Producers such as Stan Kolev, Marcus Meinhardt, Golf Clap, Solvane, Nicolas Rada, Tough Love, Dylhen Morgan Page  and many more. 
They have released their works on labels such as Toolroom Records, Heinz Music, IAMHER, Outta Limits, Revolt, Moonbootique, NCTRNL, Aboriginal, Get Twisted Records, Bodhi Collctive (Audiophile Music). Their current work rate and dedication to  their craft has seen them climb Beatport charts with consistent releases and support from DJs  worldwide.

SC: @wearespacefood

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TRUSTED TRACKS 097 - Space Food

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After Beach Boys, consisting of Albin Bjerkland and Oscar Ljungberg. Their style widely ranges from funky house to vibrant electro, all the way deep down into the rabbithole, becoming servants of herculean melodic techno. After Beach Boys are the founding fathers and residents of the newly but highly respected nightclub La Discothèque in Jönköping. 

Their sets are built on crunchy textures, energetic melodies, tasty bass-lines and infectious claps, all to transport the sweaty visitors to a utopian dance floor packed with loose limbs and smiling faces. 

After Beach Boys are always determined to uplift and enrich your soul, no matter if It's a nasty rave or a pulsating night at the discothèque

SC: @afterbeachboys

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TRUSTED TRACKS 098 - After Beach Boys

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OLAVI is always in pursuit of the perfect symmetry where the light shines through the darkness. He loves capturing melodies and playfully mixing them with straight vocals and hard percussion. The music tends to feel a lot faster than it is, which is fully intended.

Oscar Virtanen is the name behind the music.
The co-founder and CEO of the Swedish underground label Trusted Tracks.
Born and raised in the heart of Sweden, Gothenburg.

OLAVI is an experienced artist - now on the rise with brand new music where he harnesses melodies and vocals in a potent mixture of dark percussion. In this master wizardry of playful balance between music dynamic and momentum - his tempo illusion can fool even the most seasoned listener. A perfectionist performer at all times. 
OLAVI has released 6 tracks in the last year with great success on both Beatport and Traxsource.

SC: @olavimusic

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TRUSTED TRACKS 099 - OLAVI

EP number eighteen, called 'Luftrum EP', comes from the Swedish talent Karl F Eugen. The EP consists of four tracks, 2 originals and 2 remixes from Ito Cekaj & Rasange.
The first piece of music is 'Luftrum', the title track of the EP. It's a powerful yet beautiful song, playing on the progressive atmosphere and style of the song. Keeping you hooked throughout the whole track, while peaking your interest with small elements and melodies.
Next is 'Unum', a driving track with an eire arp which introduces you this old-school track. The song moves towards moments of ambience and dreamy atmospheres which keep you focused throughout the whole track. Finally crashing down in the climactic last drop where it all comes together.
The third track is an deep & heavy remix from our very own Ito Cekaj & Rasange, destined for the clubs and festivals. Playing on a warehouse feel together with a euphoric lead in the last drop.
The last track is another remix by our two founders, Ito Cekaj & Rasange, playing on a more lush feel. Utilizing analog synths to create a euphoric but hard-hitting climax. Keeping your mesmerized throughout the track, surely this track will hit you in the dancefloor and adds the last missing touch to make the EP really complete.

Luftrum

Free Download

Karl F Eugen - Luftrum (Original Mix)

Unum

Buy on Beatport

Karl F Eugen - Unum (Original Mix)

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Jonas Rathsman is an artist in every sense of the word. Creativity is his life blood - it flows through every inch of his being. From graphic designer and illustrator to being an ambassador for his fashion brand Uniforms For The Dedicated, to DJ and producer, his talent knows no bounds.

Growing up in a small, picturesque village on the Western Coast of Sweden, exposed to the elements of our planet, his musical output is a reflection of these natural influences and his hometown inspires both his sets and productions.

Since being crowned with the accolade of “Future Star of 2013” by revered Radio 1 tastemaker Pete Tong, his musical career has seen a meteoric rise. He takes his intelligent selections to some of the globe’s most prestigious festivals and clubs, including Coachella, Circoloco Ibiza, Watergate Berlin and a Fabric room one debut in 2017, supporting the indomitable Dane, Kölsch.

It has been a lifelong ambition to build a studio space that would extend his eye for creative detail and follow his passion for bringing like-minded people together. Over 2017, Rathsman designed and created a six-room studio complex, situated in an industrial area of Gothenburg where the North Sea flows into the city. The studio provides Rathsman with a space to seek musical solace and to create, as well as providing a home for his beloved equipment. Internally, it is decorated with reclaimed wood found on walks with his two young sons. Everything has been treated, cut and fitted by himself, echoing Jonas’ commitment to sustainability.

Having released on a range of impressive imprints from Diynamic and KX to Crosstown Rebels and Mobilee, Rathsman is now focussing his efforts on building his ELEMENTS brand, a journey which began in 2017 off the back of his debut BBC Radio 1 Essential Mix. The name ELEMENTS touches on things that influence Rathsman musically; natural, organic and worldly sounds. It also reflects his desire to put on intimate parties in unique and remote locations, continuing the connections with his audience.
In 2018 ELEMENTS has grown into a multifaceted brand and is split into three parts; the label, the mix series and the parties. 

The label was successfully introduced with Rathsman’s own ‘Within Borders’ and is about to celebrate its seventh release from French techno hero Sébastien Léger. Its events arm launched with a sold-out show at London’s Autumn Street Studios and has taken residency in XOYO for 2018 having hosted Pional and Fort Romeu for their opening with Kiasmos soon to follow. With Jonas at the helm, ELEMENTS will continue to grow and nurture artists as they join forces and play together across the globe.

SC: @jonasrathsman

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TRUSTED TRACKS 100 - Jonas Rathsman

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SC: @ST-ahler
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stahlerism/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3A6Aj3rsRhP6jzLV5zb923?si=xIx5PwCnSKeNAmHs1o2tTA

Music enthusiast from Berlin, Germany and the "ST" part of the DJ duo ST-RO & ST-AR.
ST-ahler aims to spread joy through creating spacy and floating disco soundscapes. Moving from Singapore to Berlin in 2014 “cosmos-politan” ST-ahler discovered the decks in an escalated night of spaceships and zero gravity.

Shortly after he started playing DJ sets at intimate events, house parties and various smaller venues, trying to make hoofers hover. His deep house sets are appreciated for their danceable yet wobbly and deep sounds infused with tasteful influences from the lively 80s to solid indie dance tunes, covering wide electronic frequency terrains.

Always with a self ironic smirk, ST-ahler focuses his energy on simply having a great time with music and friends balancing his way too serious full time job.
“Music is my outer space where I am not taking myself seriously and can be the loopy kid with its head in the sky, I sometimes forget to be in our fast paced world.”

Since 2018, Sascha has been producing music under his artist name ST-ahler and released various tracks until today ranging from deep house to disco. Behind the decks or in the studio it is his mission looking out for the next surprise to move crowds a little closer towards zero gravity.

Through sharing the same musical taste and interstellar vision Sascha (ST) also started playing sets together with his former flatmates David (RO)and Martin (AR) and founded the DJ duos ST-RO or ST-AR respectively to dig even deeper into spatial sound atmospheres.

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SC: @hoolsdj
IG: https://www.instagram.com/hoolsdj/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4uffAXhsBEDAaO6cFU5GgV?si=TKaa2V7PS8WcP3R0F9qJBA

Hools is a Melodic Techno producer and DJ who splits his time between the US and Berlin, where he has recently moved. Born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, he developed an early affinity for electronic music in the cutting-edge clubs of his home city. 

Having quickly gained an international following for his unique style & sound, Hools has released original productions and remixes on labels such as Mirror Walk, Inspired by Trees, Dunkelheit, Inner Symphony, Steyoyoke, and Vesta Records. 

When not in the studio, you can find him either eating crossaints at a cafe or enjoying Berlin's varied nightlife.

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TRUSTED TRACKS 102 - Hools

Trusted Tracks - a Swedish record label with a mission to put Scandinavian melodic techno & house on the map. Home of Ito Cekaj, Rasange, OLAVI, and the Trusted Tracks techno family.
-Releases monthly, mixtapes weekly.
Please contact us, at info@trustedtracks.se, if you're in need of:
- Mixing/mastering.
- Remixes.
- Collabs.
- You have a track that you want in one of our mixtapes.
For demo submissions, head over to our website, link down below.
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