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Ektoplast presents Afterhour Sounds Podcast Nr. 309

The extremely talented French downbeat producer Ektoplast has been with us since his beginnings, or rather since his first releases saw the light of day. Back then at Talpa Rec., he immediately captivated listeners with his deep, room-filling sound. Add to that the velvety soft but emphatic beat. We could therefore easily imagine a special Afterhour Sounds mixtape. It was really easy to get Clément excited about the idea. But contrary to our expectations, he was determined to record a special micro house-style mixtape for us. Reduced to the essentials, but rich in detail and full of hypnotic moments. Hmm, that sounds good, we thought as a team. And now it's seeing the light of day. Thank you, Clément, for daring to try something new. If it's after-hours, then this is definitely the place to be.
Attached, of course, is our short but sweet interview.

<<<<INTERVIEW>>>>

✔️ What are your musical influences? What is your musical background?
Growing up with music-loving parents and four older brothers who are musicians, I was exposed to a wide variety of musical styles from an early age. I dreamed of becoming a professional drummer, and I even imagined starting a stoner/jazz band with two drummers, so I spent my entire childhood studying the instrument, along with music theory, analysis, and other musical subjects.
Later, I discovered electronic music on my own, outside of this family environment, and immediately immersed myself in it, captivated by the infinite possibilities of timbres and textures. This passion eventually led me to dedicate myself to it and to study composition at the conservatory for many years, which profoundly shaped my ear.
Now, when it comes to my daily listening, and if I had to choose just two genres, they would be folk and ambient — two very different worlds that both touch me on a deep level.

✔️ What makes a good “afterhour”?

A moment suspended in time, wrapped in a serene atmosphere, also well surrounded, and, of course, carried by music that keeps everything euphoric : a smooth & gentle in-between. Oh, and if possible, a nice sunrise


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

First podcast above 120 bpm I’ve done in years — and I had so many tracks I wanted to play! I would’ve needed at least 3 or 4 hours, maybe soon… but here it is: 60 minutes of deep, dubby, micro-groovy house, or call it whatever you want. Hope you’ll enjoy it! And many thanks Afterhour for the invitation :)

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Respect-ID-List. available on Spotify


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CREDITS:
photo by Pauline Hervault - @paulinlapin_pauline
🖼 by Jim aka J.WOCKENFUSS (@jwockenfuss)
✍️ by arkadiusz. aka arkadiusz.the.dariusz (@arkadiusz-dmytrow)
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✘ Ektoplast (Crépite x Talpa // Berlin, Germany)
https://soundcloud.com/ektoplast
https://www.instagram.com/clement.demonsant/



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Ektoplast presents Afterhour Sounds Podcast Nr. 309

Finally gonna post some stuff on here again <3 I enjoy making the music so much again that I don't care too much about the engagement anymore, regardless I appreciate anyone who supports me and shoutout the ones who gave me feedback on my band lab dms lol <33

Old Times

Sprite

Kilimanjaro

Annasky returns with a new epic trance track featuring acid elements and an epic, dreamy melody.
Float away with the sky bee.

This is trance.

By:     Annasky
BPM: 136
YEAR: 10-2025

OUT NOW

Skybee (Emotional - TranceAcidMix)

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Here’s my set from the Darkness 6-year anniversary party at Graf Karl with Might be Twins & Sara Krin.

It was a pleasure to share this one with you. Thanks a lot to each and everyone who listens to and supports the set. 

Time flies — 6 years of hard nights, 6 years of dark sound and 6 years of unforgettable moments. Forever grateful to be a part of it.

Tracklist (i.r.o.):

1. EVRSN - Higanban x Semplifier - Our Destiny 
2. KRYPTON - Rain Of Tears 
3. BAIRD - Resistance 
4. Hardsok - Forever (KONSTRUKT ALLIANCE Schranz Rework) 
5. NOISE NOT WAR - Asche (ft. HZRD) 
6. RYX - Alles Brennt 
7. POISON CULT - Awake (UNRELEASED) 
8. RAD - Anomaly Within Me 
9. PSYCHOTIK - Keep Me Awake x Kavinsky - Night Call (CYBERPUNKERS Remix) 
10. ARYTMIA - Surface 
11. THAM - Love Is Not Enough x Blood Moon (ft. Retarded Sick) 
12. RYX - Reborn 
13. APHOTIC - Paradigm 
14. Nina Chuba - Waldbrand (VERBRAUCHT Schranz Remix) 
15. ARAH - Bushidos Universe (Vergeben & Vergessen) 
16. DIRTYTECH & WEISSWEINPAPI - Love Is A Lie 
17. BEN TECHY - Kein Gott, Kein Schlaf
18. INF3RIS - No Place For You x World We Left Behind 
19. TODV - Hazy 
20. ZAUUN - Relapse 
21. INF3RIS - Hold My Hand

instagram.com/illuming34
instagram.com/darkness_techno
contact@darknessagency.com

🖤🖤🖤

Darkness 6 Year Anniversary w/ Might Be Twins & Sara Krin @ Graf Karl Kassel (25.10.2025)

Raíces is a tribute to House music — a celebration of its essence: groove, body, and mind. From that rhythmic foundation, we journey through soundscapes from around the world, blending cultures, instruments, languages, and emotions. In this moment, as you listen to these mixes, dancing becomes a ritual where the roots of Deep intertwine with organic melodies, deep voices, and percussions that connect to the ancestral. It's a voyage that honors both the history of House and the sonic diversity of the planet. Raíces is Deep essence, identity, and connection.

Episode 33

Raíces 33 by Jon Sweetname

Just added my spice onto an already amazing track!

POCKET - BADTRIP? x BEUXJE

“Battling Demons” by Blaq dives deep into the quiet war so many fight behind closed doors.
It’s a WestCoast story about a young man drowning his pain in bottles, masking depression with smiles, and pushing away the ones who love him most.
Through cinematic production, emotional storytelling, and raw lyricism, Blaq speaks for those who say, “I’m fine,” when they’re really falling apart.

💭 To anyone out there fighting — you ain’t alone.
This one’s for you.

🎙️ Artist: Blaq
🎵 Style: WestCoast Rap / Emotional Storytelling
🎚️ Mood: Deep • Reflective • Soulful • Real

Battling Demons

Jon Sweetname from Barcelona to the world.  A DJ/Producer. Fusion is the key. Raíces podcast is the way

Labels:
-Shango Records
-Solarsystem Records
-Personal Belongings
-Be Adult Music
-Deep Clicks
-Under The Palm Trees
-Harabe Lab
-Cafe de Anatolia
-Be Adult Roots
-Be Adult Weapons
-Crossland Music
-Fruity Alfred Records
-SP Recordings
-Oh Records
-Hug Records



Podcast:
-Lost In The Deep Sounds
-Raíces 
-Raíces Profundas 

Radio:
-CoolZone Web Radio (Italy)
-XBeat Radio (Belgium)


I share all Deep electronic modes, but always quality music. 

jonsweetname@gmail.com
www.soundcloud.com/jon-sweetname

Hardtechno DJ & Producer from Germany

Booking: contact@darknessagency.de

Resident @darkness-kassel

With years of dedication and experience Illuming has developed an unique signature sound that is increasingly intense, rough and dark, reflecting his evolution as an artist. 

Known for his dynamic performances, he captivates audiences and consistently pushes the limits of his art. 

Booking contact@darknessagency.com or via SC / IG Direct Message 
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Upcoming Gigs:  

25.10.2025 - Darkness 6 Year Anniversary w/Might Be Twins & Sara Krin 

27.12.2025 - tba

Past Gigs:

28.06.2025 - Darkness w/ Amrtum @ Graf Karl, Kassel 

26.04.2025 - Darkness w/ Franky B & Kacy Roseanne @ Graf Karl, Kassel 

15.02.2025 - Darkness w/ Nikolina, Edna & Arah @ Graf Karl, Kassel 

04.01.2025 - Darkness New Years Event @ Grauzone, Kassel

31.12.2024 - Silvester w/ Pri & Weissweinpapi @ Grauzone, Kassel 

14.12.2024 - Darkness w/ Amstra & Tanja Miju @ Graf Karl, Kassel 

08.11.2024 - Club Grauzone w/ Antidote & Klangkunde 

26.10.2024 - Darkness 5 Year Anniversary w/ NYCO & N00M1 @ Graf Karl, Kassel

11.10.2024 - Graf Karl x Obscene pres. Somewhen & Future666

28.09.2024 - HEAT Local Session @ Grauzone, Kassel

03.08.2024 - Darkness Local Edition @ Graf Karl, Kassel

27.07.2024 - Rough Techno (360 Degree Cage Rave) @ Grauzone, Kassel

08.06.2024 - Summer Session w/ Alex Stein & Township Rebellion @ Graf Karl, Kassel

01.06.2024 - Exzess @ Grauzone, Kassel 

08.05.2024 - Ballnacht w/ Ave & Konfusia @ Graf Karl, Kassel

13.04.2024 - Darkness w/ Nina Bender @ Graf Karl, Kassel

06.04.2024 - Spring Session @ Grauzone, Kassel 

17.02.2024 - Darkness w/ Zoe Zett & Emma S. @ Graf Karl, Kassel 

16.12.2023 - Darkness w/ WNDRLST & Tanja Miju @ Graf Karl, Kassel 

21.10.2023 - Darkness 4 Year Anniversary w/ Rorganic & 753 @ Graf Karl, Kassel 

15.07.2023 - Darkness x Origin Summer Edition @ Graf Karl, Kassel

15.04.2023 - Darkness w/ Aisha @ Graf Karl, Kassel

04.02.2023 - Darkness w/ Aphotic @ Graf Karl, Kassel 

10.09.2022 - Darkness w/ Ayako Mori @ Graf Karl, Kassel

08.07.2022 - Darkness Showcase @ Graf Karl, Kassel

06.08.2021 - Darkness Resident Rave Vol. 2 @ Panoptikum, Kassel 

05.09.2020 - Darkness Resident Rave @ Panoptikum, Kassel 

08.02.2020 - Darkness w/ Callush @ Kleiner Onkel, Kassel

Manchester, UK Based 
Progressive house, Melodic Techno, Breakbeat, Trance Independant Label
Send Demos to - somniarecords.uk@gmail.com

𝗢𝗨𝗧 𝗡𝗢𝗪
➤ AFTERHOUR SOUNDS COMPILATION VI
https://afterhour-sounds.bandcamp.com/album/afterhour-sounds-compilation-vi

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𝗨𝗣𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗪𝗖𝗔𝗦𝗘𝗦

2025
➤ 25/10 Bahnwärter Thiel/Munich 

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𝗣𝗔𝗦𝗧 𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗪𝗖𝗔𝗦𝗘𝗦

2025
➤ 01-02/03 Südpol/Hamburg
➤ 15/03 Klunkerkranich/Berlin
➤ 30/04-01/05 Station Endlos/Halle - w. philia & SK
➤ 28.-29.05. Release Party at JK/Berlin
➤ 18-20/07 Kompaz am Fluss Festival
➤ 30/08 Klunkerkranich/Berlin
➤ 20/09 gart.n/Berlin [Solidance]

2024
➤ 09/03 Klunkerkranich/Berlin 
➤ 31/03 Kabinett der Kuriositäten/Mainz
➤ 06/04 Beate Uwe/Berlin
➤ 04/05 Wellenwerk Open Air/Berlin w. https://soundcloud.com/3000-grad & https://soundcloud.com/sumpfkruege
➤ 25/05 Klunkerkranich/Berlin
➤ 27/07 Klunkerkranich/Berlin [House Edition]
➤ 28/07 gart.n/Berlin [Raving Beyond Borders - Solidance
➤ 28/09 w. https://soundcloud.com/sumpfkruege at Klunkerkranich/Berlin [Sumpf Edition]
➤ 04/10 Chihuahua Dockside // Göteborg, Sweden
➤ 26/10 Bahnwärter Thiel/Munich
➤ 23/11 w. https://soundcloud.com/fiasco_kollektiv at Klunkerkranich/Berlin
➤ 21/12 Kater Blau/Berlin

2023
➤ 27/10 Bahnwärter Thiel/Munich
➤ 14/10 3000Grad x Afterhour Sounds x Rave Cage at Mensch Meier/Berlin
➤ 24/09 Rebellion der Träumer x Afterhour Sounds at gART.n/Berlin
➤ 02/09 Klunkerkranich/Berlin
➤ 03/06 Afterhour Sounds x SUMPFKRÜGE at Klunkerkranich/Berlin
➤ 11/03 Klunkerkranich/Berlin
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✉ 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗖𝗧

~ Only via Mail ~

Premiere requests only:
premieren@afterhour-sounds.com

Loveletters & cooperations:
info@afterhour-sounds.com

Afterhour Sounds news:
https://t.me/afterhour_sounds
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 THE GOOD, THE BAD & THE UGLY:

GOOD: Slots for our LIVE-SPECIAL series are available in the near future. Don’t hesitate to contact us via Mail. Check the playlist for more impressions. 

BAD: We don’t accept any kind of podcast request. Please be patient. Maybe we contact you  in the future. 

UGLY: Please make sure that your music fits us and our output. Randomly sending pm’s to different podcast series are not the best way to grab a spot. 
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𝗙𝗔𝗠𝗜𝗟𝗬 𝗔-𝗭
■ arkadiusz. (https://soundcloud.com/arkadiusz-dmytrow) (SoundCloud/Bandcamp/TG/Events)
■ bpod (https://soundcloud.com/bpod) (IT)
■ Francesca (https://soundcloud.com/francesca_unofficial) (Events/Spotify)
■  Habikat (https://soundcloud.com/habikat) (Instagram)
■ J.WOCKENFUSS (https://soundcloud.com/jwockenfuss) (Artwork)
■ Maria Theresia von Eberg (https://soundcloud.com/maria-theresia-von-eberg) (Events)


🖤 https://soundcloud.com/msaupe

🙏 https://soundcloud.com/elektro-uwe
🙏 Max Zünkler for the lovely artwort (1 until Nr.182) 

..and to all the others like mattmosphere, gina sabatini, bonnie ford, o/y, Tony Casanova, Alma Linda, Florian El Diábolo,…



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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  🌈 🎵 🪩

Blaq is The Voice of the Underground. His music hits where life gets real — love, pain, growth, and truth. A storyteller mixing R&B soul with Hip-Hop grit. 🎙️
🎵 Silent I Got You | Generation | Turntables | Y’all Outside I’m Cool
#RealMusic #Blaq #TheVoiceOfTheUnderground #RnB #HipHop #Storyteller #IndependentArtist

- Trance / EDM / Hardcore / House -
                - Musicproducer -

https://www.youtube.com/@Annasky_Music

Support and sharing of my tracks is allowed and welcome as well as playing in the Dj mixes or Radio Stadion. thanks

Aspiring Producer.
AB&C's:
Coffee ☕
Cheesecake 🍰
Chipotle 🌯

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