PREMIERE: Laaar - Mind [ down. ]

Release Title: Mind
Artist: Laaar
Label: down.
Catalogue No.: 057
Release-Date: 2.10.2024

Buy Link: https://wundersamdown.bandcamp.com/album/of-mind-matter-ep


____LINKS_____________
✘ Laaar 
https://soundcloud.com/laaarmusic
https://www.instagram.com/laaarmusic

✘ down. (Berlin  // Germany)
soundcloud.com/downvienna
https://www.instagram.com/down.records/

PREMIERE: Laaar - Mind [ down. ]

🎶 Fabian Krooss presents Afterhour Sounds Podcast Nr. 292 🎶


Fabian Krooss is a true innovator in the world of electronic music, known for his fearless genre-blending and dynamic storytelling through sound. With roots in Berlin's vibrant scene, Fabian has taken his unique style to global stages, captivating audiences with his playful and bouncy sets that transform dance floors into immersive experiences. 


A couple weeks back he did exactly that at Sisyphos as he closed the beach on one of the last sunny days Berlin had to offer. We're happy to present you his recording and hope it'll keep your summer memories and vibes alive a little longer. 


Enjoy the ride and see you all at Bahnwärther Thiel in Munich on the 26th of October, where Fabian will be taking over the stage at the mighty Halle, taking us yet on another bouncy and playful ride through his music. 


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A thousand thanks for this truly marvellous journey into the night and autumn. The perfect afterhour vibes 🌜 🎶


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© artwork by Jim aka J.Wockenfuss ➲ contact ✉ jim@gartn.xyz (@jwockenfuss)

Text by arkadiusz. (@arkadiusz-dmytrow)


__ARTIST LINKS___________
Fabian Krooss (Berlin // Germany)
https://soundcloud.com/fabiankrooss
https://www.instagram.com/fabian.krooss/


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Fabian Krooss presents Afterhour Sounds Podcast Nr. 292

🎵 Farn [ at ] gART.n - Crépite. Showcase [ Live-Special ] 🎵

Venue: gART.n / Berlin, Germany 

+++ Interview +++

✔️What are your musical influences? What is your musical background?

I grew up in Paris suburb and it had an impact on my early influences, as I grew up listening mostly to reggae and to french hip hop. These were all my first concerts and ‘in-repeat’ albums, with artists like Lunatic, Salif, Steel pulse or Groundation.
My first closer connection to club music was then with the electronica and minimal house scene in Paris with artists like RPR Soundsystem, Cabanne, Bonobo or Traumprinz . Only later around 2015 I discovered the slower and deeper Berlin sound with firstly artists like Mira, Chris, and then Wide awake or Arutani.
Those are few of my influences throughout the years and artists that have inspired me and had a big impact on the music I am doing now. 

✔️ What makes good “afterhour”?

After hours can have a very unique energy, some sort of magic in the air, a shared energy of kindness and sensitivity. 
At this time, I feel that music becomes an even more important element of the party. People are more open to feel, and to connect deeper with the music.   
It can also be an invitation for the DJ to play a more mental and elegant selection, music with more soul and surprises. 

✔️ Do you have any thoughts you would like to share about your set?

This is a set I played at a label showcase with Crépite., a beautiful summer afternoon at a great outdoor location in East Berlin, the gART.n. 
When I play in a Crépite. showcase, I tend to select music that also represents well the sound from the label as I feel it is important that our signature sound is represented in those events, and that we are the first ambassador. 
This set represents well the brighter side of the Crépite. sound somewhere between elegance, minimalism, deepness and obviously crackling textures :) 
A lot of my favorite tracks of the last few months. 
The set also contains loads of my own field recording samples, which is the direction my DJ sets are taking, an organic hybrid direction with field recordings from nature. 

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Thx so much for this recording.
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🖼 by Jim aka J.WOCKENFUSS (@jwockenfuss)
✍️ by arkadiusz. aka arkadiusz.the.dariusz (@arkadiusz-dmytrow)
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__LINKS___________
✘ Artist: Farn 
https://soundcloud.com/farn-berlin
https://www.instagram.com/farn_music/

✘ Crew: Crépite. 
https://soundcloud.com/crepitecollective
https://www.instagram.com/crepite.music/





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Farn [ at ] gART.n - Crépite. Showcase [ Live-Special ]

🎶 Late Night Jockel Session present Afterhour Sounds Podcast Nr. 294 🎶

Abgefahren, schmusig und ziemlich cool kommen die beiden Ausnahme DJ's um die Ecke und nehmen uns direkt auf ihre ganz persönliche Afterhour mit. 


Tausend Dank für diesen alles als gewöhnlichen Mix 🌜 🎶

+++ INTERVIEW +++

✔️ Was sind eure musikalischen Einflüsse? 
Perlentaucher Heinfred

✔️ Was macht eurer Meinung nach her eine gute Afterhour aus?
Die richtigen Jockels


✔️ Welche Gedanken mögt ihr uns mit auf den Weg geben? 
Storytelling bedeutet für uns, dass jeder Song, den wir in solch einem Kontext spielen, eine Geschichte trägt, die wir mit ihm verbinden.

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🖼 by Jim aka J.WOCKENFUSS (@jwockenfuss)
✍️ by arkadiusz. aka arkadiusz.the.dariusz (@arkadiusz-dmytrow)

__LINKS___________
✘ Artist: Late Night Jockel Session (Pastanaga, Fuchsbau)
Jockelcloud: https://soundcloud.com/latenightjockelsession
Jockelbook: https://www.facebook.com/LateNightJockelSession
Jockelgram: https://www.instagram.com/latenightjockelsession

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Late Night Jockel Session present Afterhour Sounds Podcast Nr. 294

PREMIERE: NERI (IL) – Choose Myself (Extended Mix) [Polyptych Noir]

Release Title:  Choose Myself
Artist: NERI (IL)
Label: Polyptych Noir
Catalogue No.: PLT357N
Release-Date: 29-11-2024

Buy Link: https://plt.polyptychmusic.com/PLT357?hypesource=premiere

Promotext:
Israeli DJ and producer NERI makes his debut in the industry with his release "Choose Myself". Bright Indie Dance sound is interspersed with incredible dance dynamics, and remixes from notable representatives of the Polyptych family, Odagled (Sincopat / Renaissance Records / Magician On Duty) and Mathias Winnfield (Selador / BeatFreak Recordings / Timeless Moment), present their unique variations of the original tracks.
Feel it, and please welcome NERI.





__LINKS___________

✘ NERI (IL)

https://soundcloud.com/nerimusik
https://www.instagram.com/neri.music_

✘ Polyptych Noir

Website - http://polyptychmusic.com
Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/polyptychmusic
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/polyptychmusic
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/polyptychmusic
Threads - https://www.threads.net/@polyptychmusic
Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@PolyptychMusic
Twitter - https://twitter.com/polyptychmusic

PREMIERE: NERI (IL) - Choose Myself (Extended Mix) [ Polyptych Noir ]

🎶 Räubermädchen presents Afterhour Sounds Podcast Nr. 295 🎶

Die liebe Gerda aka Räubermädchen dürfte für viele von uns bisher unbekannt sein. Das sollte sich aber definitiv nach diesem fantastischen und vor allem afterhourmässigen Mix der Extraklasse ändern. 

Melodisch, episch und mit einer hohen Dichte an atmosphärischen Tracks der Marke Alltime-Favs kreiert sie von Begin an eine wundervolle entspannte Reise. Tanzeinlagen inbegriffen. Hach da geht unser Herz auf. Wir sind tatsächlich total geflasht von der Reise, auf die uns Gerda mitnimmt. Wenn Afterhour, dann hier.

Tausend Dank für diesen tollen Mix.

+++ INTERVIEW +++

✔️ Was sind deine musikalischen Einflüsse?
 Ich liebe Downtempo und schätze die Produktionen der letzten 5-10 Jahre sehr. Ich bin Berlinerin war früher noch in der Bar 25 und liebe das GG immer noch :) Ich höre sehr gern melancholischen und treibenden Downtempo, finde aber auch Künstlerinnen wie Judith Ahrends oder Ameli Paul toll. Ich mag Vocals und Break Beats. Ich finde Live Acts mega und schätze vor allem DJs die auch produzieren 😉 Musikalische Einflüsse kommen auch von Labels wie Moodfamily. Labels / Kollektive die ich mag: Lucid, Easy Tiger, Moodfamily, Beyond, Amselcom, Leveldva, Down, etc. 
Meine Sets haben immer ein oder zwei Tracks mit Vocals z.B. von Omeria, K2WO, AFAR etc. Die besten Live Sets waren für mich dieses Jahr von Shimon, Sarraab und Antaares. 


✔️ Welche Gedanken mögt ihr uns mit auf den Weg geben?
Ich möchte mit meinem Set eine warme und energetische Stimmung erzeugen, die jeden egal ob allein, zu zweit oder mit den besten Friends nach einer langen Party musikalisch umarmt und ein positives Mindset erzeugt. Mein Set beginnt klassisch langsam 108 baut sich dann im Tempo etwas auf 110 und Endet mit der Einladung vielleicht doch nochmal um die Häuser zu ziehen 🙂 


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🖼 by Jim aka J.WOCKENFUSS (@jwockenfuss)
✍️ by arkadiusz. aka arkadiusz.the.dariusz (@arkadiusz-dmytrow)

__LINKS___________
✘ Artist: Räubermädchen
soundcloud.com/raeubermaedchen
www.instagram.com/raeubermaedchen.berlin/


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Räubermädchen presents Afterhour Sounds Podcast Nr. 295

🎵 Kunterweiß [ at ] 8 Jahre Ketoga - Odonien [ Live-Special ] 🎵


Location: 8 Jahre Ketoga at Odonien, Cologne
Date: 25.10.2024
Event-Link: https://www.odonien.de/veranstaltungen/party/detailansicht-party/calendar/10/25/event/tx_cal_phpicalendar/8_jahre_ketoga/

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Dive in and get lost in the flowing music from Kunterweis. Pure Afterhour Sounds.

Thx so much for this recording Fabian.

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🖼 by Jim aka J.WOCKENFUSS (@jwockenfuss)
✍️ by arkadiusz. aka arkadiusz.the.dariusz (@arkadiusz-dmytrow)

__LINKS___________
✘ Artist: Kunterweiß (ketoga / laveldva)
https://soundcloud.com/kunterweiss
https://www.instagram.com/kunterweiss_music/

✘ Crew: Ketoga
https://ketoga.de/
https://www.instagram.com/ketoga_krew/

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Kunterweiß [ at ] 8 Jahre Ketoga - Odonien [ Live-Special ]

PREMIERE: UNDERHER, Tenvin - Never [ Renaissance Records ]

Producer: UNDERHER, Tenvin
Label: Renaissance Records

Buy-Link: Buy link: https://renaissance.ffm.to/ren24124

Promotext:
Renaissance closes the year with a triumphant return from UNDERHER, who teams up with Tenvin for the captivating 'What You Need EP'.

UNDERHER, one of the most acclaimed Tunisian-Canadian electronic acts of recent years, has built an illustrious career, collaborating with icons like Moby, Booka Shade and Maya Jane Coles, while also remixing U2. Tenvin, meanwhile, brings a sense of wonder and escapism to every production and together they have created dark, dancefloor magic in the best possible sense.

PREMIERE: UNDERHER, Tenvin - Never [ Renaissance Records ]

🎵 kayḆe [ at ] Calypso - Folklore [ Live-Special ] 🎵

Today we are back with an typical afterhour touched recording from London. The event, which has been hosted by Calypso, took place at the secret venue called Folklore in London/Uk...

Get lost in space and sound.

If Afterhour than here.

Thanks Katie.

Attached our Interview:

✔️ What are your musical influences? What is your musical background? 
My musical influences are deeply rooted in my childhood, where I grew up as a dancer in Australia from the age of 5. This early connection between movement and music shaped my intuitive understanding of rhythm and flow. My upbringing in a family of deep music enthusiasts also played a significant role. 
As I grew older, this expanded into the electronic vortex, inspired initially by Zigan Aldi who led me to develop a fascination for intricate subgenres that challenge categorisation.  Moving to London five years ago was what can only be described as a rebirth, exposing me to the vibrant underground scene. By 2021, after years of being a dancefloor veteran I began channeling my passion into DJing. For me, it became a therapeutic practice of self expression and creative freedom that I have become completely addicted to. 

✔️ What makes good “afterhour”? 
For me personally, a good after hour is like stepping into a parallel universe. It’s a space where time slows and the music speaks directly to the soul. It runs much deeper than the peak time energy, offering a chance to guide the dance floor on an intimate journey through more experimental sounds. 
I’m drawn to dark, rolling basslines layered with psychedelic rhythms and hypnotic melodies that unlock the mind and create a collective experience where ravers feel connected on a deeper level.  At its best, an after hour feels like diving headfirst into the rabbit hole. It’s raw, personal, and immersive - my sweet spot where the true essence of underground culture comes alive.

✔️ What was your experience of the set you recorded? 
This set was recorded at a special, community driven event in London for Calypso, held in an intimate secret location that turned out to be Folklore. The venue was incredible - stunning psychedelic decor, warm lighting, creating an energy that made everything feel alive. It was the kind of place where all of your senses are heightened, and you can’t help but be completely present in the moment.
I was playing in support of Queen Britta Arnold. It gave me the freedom to lean fully into my after hour vibe and bring a bit of that Berlin energy to London. That kind of deep, trippy sound isn’t something you often get to explore here, so I just went for it.
Honestly, this was one of my favourite sets that I’ve played., showcasing music from some of my favourite producers that I deeply respect - they drive my passion.  It felt completely natural, like I wasn’t overthinking or holding back; I was just playing the music that resonates with me the most right now and felt super connected to the crowd. Everything about the night, from the people to the setting, made it feel raw, real and interconnected.

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🖼 by Jim aka J.WOCKENFUSS (@jwockenfuss)
✍️ by arkadiusz. aka arkadiusz.the.dariusz (@arkadiusz-dmytrow)

__LINKS___________
✘ Artist: kayḆe (Sanctuary Sessions/London//UK)
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/kaybeeats 
IG: https://www.instagram.com/ktbreen/

✘ Event Series: Sanctuary Sessions (UK)
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kayḆe [ at ] Calypso - Folklore [ Live-Special ]

🎶 Madmoiselle presents „getting cosy" Afterhour Sounds Podcast Nr. 296 🎶

Die faszinierende Myrna aka Madmoiselle vom Wdlnds-Kollektiv dürfte einigen unter uns definitiv ein Name sein. Ihr Sound, der sich irgendwo zwischen Indie Dance und Disko bewegt, ist süchtig machend und sprichwörtlich eine Formel, die überall funktioniert.

Für unsere Nummer 296 hat Myrna aber etwas ganz spezielles, nämlich afterhourmässiges eingespielt. Irgendwo zwischen Leichtigkeit und Entspannung lässt sich ihre knapp einstündige Reise aus dem Bereich des verspuhlten Downtempo einordnen. Zeitlos und im Grunde klassischer Afterhour Sound den sie uns hier präsentiert. Paßt hervorragend in die wilde Vorweihnachtszeit. Und macht Lust nach mehr.

Tausend Dank für diesen tollen Mix.

+++ INTERVIEW +++

✔️ Was sind deine musikalischen Einflüsse? Was ist dein musikalischer Hintergrund?

Musik im klassischen Sinne hat schon seit meiner Kindheit eine große Rolle gespielt. Von verschiedene Instrumenten und Musiktheorie über Kammerorchester,  Gesangsunterricht und Chor bis zum Musikabitur. 
Ich bin in Berlin aufgewachsen und ab meinem 18. Geburtstag war ich dabei die verschiedensten Festivals, Clubs und Sounds zu exploren. 

2021 durfte ich meinen ersten Gig spielen und seitdem geht meine musikalische Suche weiter - ich trenne meinen Podcast und meinen Gig-Sound :)
Daher hier etwas weihnachtlich-winterlich gemütliches <3 


✔️ Was macht deiner Meinung nach eine gute Afterhour aus?

Gute Freunde, gute Gespräche und gute Musik. Ein schöner Ort, an dem man sich wohl fühlen kann. Ein safe space. 
Früher Sekt, jetzt alkoholfreies Bier :)


✔️ Welche Gedanken magst du uns zu deinem Mix mit auf den Weg geben?

Für mich ist die Vorweihnachtszeit, geprägt von gemütlichen Lichtern, kuscheligen Decken, Chai Latte und einigen emotionalen Gedanken. 

Das vergangene Jahr reflektieren - das neue Jahr vorbereiten. Loslassen - Vorfreude auf das Neue schüren. 
Das möchte ich auch in meinem Podcast Wiederspiegeln. 

Habt euch alle lieb, passt auf euch auf und macht es euch gemütlich! 

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Respect ID-List:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/76xHhmntSnOBzNIq2iUR39 + Brixtonboogie - Wayfaring Stranger (Daniel Hokum Remix)
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🖼 by Jim aka J.WOCKENFUSS (@jwockenfuss)
✍️ by arkadiusz. aka arkadiusz.the.dariusz (@arkadiusz-dmytrow)






__LINKS___________
✘ Artist: madmoiselle (wdlnds)

https://soundcloud.com/madmoiselle_myrna
https://www.instagram.com/madmoiselle_myrna/



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Respect ID-List

Madmoiselle presents „getting cosy" Afterhour Sounds Podcast Nr. 296

𝗢𝗨𝗧 𝗡𝗢𝗪
➤ AFTERHOUR SOUNDS COMPILATION V
https://afterhour-sounds.bandcamp.com/releases

➤ SOON IN SPRING 2025: AFTERHOUR SOUNDS COMPILATION VI
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𝗨𝗣𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗪𝗖𝗔𝗦𝗘𝗦
➤ 21/12/24 Santa’s Secret Afterhour Sounds at Kater Blau/Berlin
https://de.ra.co/events/2046490

…TBA…

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𝗣𝗔𝗦𝗧 𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗪𝗖𝗔𝗦𝗘𝗦

2024
➤ 09/03/24 Afterhour Sounds at Klunkerkranich/Berlin 
➤ 31/03/24 Kabinett der Kuriositäten/Mainz
➤ 06/04/24 Beate Uwe/Berlin
➤ 04/05/24 Wellenwerk Open Air/Berlin w. https://soundcloud.com/3000-grad & https://soundcloud.com/sumpfkruege
➤ 25/05/24 Klunkerkranich/Berlin
➤ 27/07/24 Klunkerkranich/Berlin [House Edition]
➤ 28/07/24 gart.n/Berlin [Raving Beyond Borders - Solidance - Rebellion der Träumer x Afterhour Sounds]
➤ 28/09/24 Afterhour Sounds x SUMPFKRÜGE at Klunkerkranich/Berlin [Sumpf Edition] w. https://soundcloud.com/sumpfkruege
➤ 04/10/24 Chihuahua Dockside // Göteborg, Sweden
➤ 23/11/24 Afterhour Sounds x Fiasco at Klunkerkranich/Berlin

2023
➤ 27.10.23 Afterhour Sounds at Bahnwärter Thiel/Munich
➤ 14.10.23 3000Grad x Afterhour Sounds x Rave Cage at Mensch Meier/Berlin
➤ 24.09.23 Rebellion der Träumer x Afterhour Sounds at gART.n/Berlin
➤ 02.09.23 Afterhour Sounds at Klunkerkranich/Berlin
➤ 03.06.23 Afterhour Sounds x SUMPFKRÜGE at Klunkerkranich/Berlin
➤ 11.03.23 Afterhour Sounds at Klunkerkranich/Berlin
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■ arkadiusz. (https://soundcloud.com/arkadiusz-dmytrow) (SoundCloud/Instagram/Bandcamp/Events)
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Imagine you're at a great techno party and have just heard the last track when the DJ switches on the lights and a murmur spreads through the crowd: It's time for the afterhour!

Welcome to a world where the sun is not the enemy, but a silent witness to sleepless nights and unlimited dance floor adventures

The afterhour is more than just an extension of the night - it is a universe of its own full of quirky, heartfelt and often hilarious moments. It is the place where the music lives on, time stands still and the party community forges its strongest bonds - even if it is sometimes only perceived with half an open eye and a wry smile. 

Over 10 years we host our famous podcast series. Which started as an small idea of some Afterhour nerds developed over the years to something special for us ♥️

In the beginning, we focused on finding and supporting (un)known artists through blog posts, reposts and podcast contributions. Gradually, we expanded our sections to include live recordings and premieres. In-house releases and events were not long in coming. 

Join us and dive into the world of Afterhour Sounds. https://t.me/afterhour_sounds  🌈 🎵 🪩

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