Flesh EP sees LUCRE push further into a stripped-down and uncompromising strain of techno. Across four tracks, the producer carves out a raw and hypnotic sound built on weighty basslines, relentless percussion, and a dark, immersive atmosphere.

This is techno at its most physical, minimal in structure but maximal in impact. Each track is driven by repetition and pressure, gradually pulling the listener into a state of tension and release. The result is a body-focused experience that thrives in shadowy, late-night spaces, where intensity is everything and time dissolves into rhythm.

With Flesh EP, LUCRE presents their most direct and forceful work to date, solidifying a sound that is visceral, hypnotic, and impossible to ignore.

Muscle

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Melbourne native Mosam Howieson debuts on Butter Sessions with two original techno cuts. 

On the opening track ‘Napalm (Romance)’ an advanced pulse pushes against intricate bleeps and soundscapes until we are rewarded with an emotional vacation drenched in euphoric pads before being locked back into the grind of the beat. Next up on ‘Brain Scatter’ Howieson goes in for a heavy drum workout bolstered by unique sound design and expertly crafted dynamics.

On the flip, label heads Sleep D step in and expand on the minimalism of ‘Brain Scatter’ with a hypnotic bassline and industrial leaning SFX . Wrapping up the EP we have one of Japans leading producers Wata Igarashi, debuting on Butter Sessions with his signature take on deep electronics...Peak time acid infused techno glory at its finest!

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BSR016 - Mosam Howieson - Napalm (Romance) + Wata Igarashi & Sleep D Remixes

From the very first track, it’s clear that Abby Echiverri’s debut, the “Ab Initio” EP is something different and rare: a polished and fresh interpretation of electronic music that incorporates classic electro squelches with intricate broken beats and expansive synthesizer zone-outs. Although this is her first EP, Abby has extensive history as a musician, sound engineer, DJ and VJ. Her current trajectory started early in childhood when she was classically trained in violin, flute, piano and vocals, cementing music as a part of her daily life. In high school she picked up turntables and began collecting records, eventually moving to NYC to study recording engineering and perform in post-punk bands, and became a regular at Wierd and The Bunker at a very young age. Since then, Echiverri has devoted her professional hours to engineering, maintaining, and manufacturing audio equipment for studios and clubs around the world. 

This record’s name “Ab Initio” means “from the beginning” or “from first principles”, invoking a propulsive leap into the future and also perhaps including an element of the eponymous. When we asked her to tell us more about the process of creating these hardware-based jams, Abby explained: “It all stems from my own experiences on the dancefloor and wanting to recreate that for other people. I want to make music that rewires the brain: music that is challenging, yet groovy... repetitive, yet evolving. An aural psychedelic. It's a lofty goal - I'm still working on it.” If Ab Initio is one of her first steps towards that goal then we can’t wait to see what happens next.

Abby Echiverri - Nadezhda

7 cuts of machine funk from the abyssal plain!

DW002 /// Jeremiah R - Tales from the Dark Reef Out now!

Pittsburgh resident Shawn Rudiman releases his debut EP on Tresor Records. Titled Autonomic Pilot, it features shifting tables of subliminally orchestral synths and rich drum textures that spawn new voyages.

A bold approach underlines ‘KNSR’, where saturated acid manipulates the cinematic intent of the brassy synth strokes. Too Far Gone goes for the interstellar, featuring insistent, playful percussion amidst widescreen resonances before resolving into a cerebral workout of Rudiman’s trademark machine funk. ‘Erotique Feedback’ shows Rudiman honing his focus into what will no doubt be a regular in clubs - a 303-oriented electro trip, a synaptic drive into glittering acid bliss.

On the B-side, the mind magic of ‘Past The Edge’ shifts outside, bringing a sunrise for those who reinvent the possibilities of the day. ‘Eyes Forward’ is a techno banger, forcefully pointing in the direction of travel and shutting the door behind. Ascending effortlessly, Rudiman motors into essential repetition. ‘Backwards Tomarrows’ brings an industrial feel, almost obscuring melodies and cadences that recalls the galactic innovations of the Detroit sound.

The studio is Rudiman’s vehicle, the weapon and the balm. From synthetic wonders to dark-warehouse drum missives, Autonomic Pilot proves once again Rudiman as a master of his craft. Tresor Records is proud to welcome his new work into the world.

Tresor.311 releases July 5th on 180g. vinyl and digital.

Shawn Rudiman - Too Far Gone (taken from "Autonomic Pilot" - Tresor.311)

TARS + Kalman - State Transition

Early copies available here: https://aex-series.bandcamp.com/album/x011
https://www.delsinrecords.com/release/6643/various-artists/aex011#

Official release Date: 08 June 2020 

Tracklist 12"

      a1 Tetelepta - Sassoon
      a2 Roger Gerressen - SO1
      b1 Daniel Jacques - I Just Wanna Be Free
      b2 Selfsoul - Exhale

"After a few months of silence, we can finally announce what we have been working on for a long time. A full and bold new chapter of 5 new ÆX releases. What started off as a sublabel of Indigo Aera, during the last years has grown out into a fully-fledged 'imprint'. The recipe remains simple: 4 or 5 tracks from various artists pressed on a limited batch of vinyl. A straight forward track selection of machine-made music in the full range consisting of Dj-tool dancefloor anthems to experimental soundscapes and ambient works. A home for talented new producers, but also a place for more incognito sidesteps of established names."

ÆX011 welcomes back Tetelepta, Daniel Jacques and Selfsoul and welcomes Dutch dub techno connaisseur Roger Gerressen to their series. Tetelepta kicks of with a mesmerizing 8 minute floaty downtempo jam where Roger follows up, increasing the pace with a razor-sharp dub techno cut. On the flip, Daniel Jacques brings his emotive house once more topped off by Selfsoul with a fierce techno work-out. A tasteful appetizer for more heat to come in these exciting white label series from Amsterdam.

Now available here

ÆX-011 -Tetelepta / Roger Gerressen / Daniel Jacques / Selfsoul

Basic Soul Unit has become one of Dolly's regulars over the years. He is wel known for his perfect blend of stepping Chicago house, Detroit techno and UK broken beat. Every release is guaranteed party material with a deep elegant twist that makes his music stand out like no other. Beautiful basslines, breaks and bleeps make this new Unbound EP a super powerful three tracker for serious dance floor workouts!

Dolly34 Basic Soul Unit - Unbound Preview

B1 of  Mental Manipulation EP on Hard Beach Entertainment 
https://www.discogs.com/Pyramid-Of-Knowledge-Mental-Manipulation-EP/release/14783254

Sunshine On Hwaeomsa (Mental Manipulation EP - HBE010)

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Helsinki via London-based @cold-blow-records line up their next 12" from Finnish producer @uijui - serving up three house and techno tracks with a distinct twist.

Woke Up

DJ Uijui - Every [Cold Blow Records]

YuBu - selected by Iona

September was, as always, a right picnic.

A picnic made whole by the mix of classic dishes, trusted and delicious, with the fresh new meat laid out on the Operator blanket. Yummy on the spread for me: whale song layered over wavy IDM by guest star Loma Doom during Dean High’s ‘Zen Wave,’ Jungle Boogie w/ Mowgli swinging unstoppable through the canapé, Bluets w/ Lilli Zylka, Kharma Radio and, somehow, even spicier than usual ribs from WAOWAO this month. Alongside these lay heaps of fantastic first jams on the station by Nelly Dragon, ARYNA and Frida to name just a few.

Today, however, I get to take home one dish only and it is this dreamy breakbeat course by YuBu. It brought me back into a free feeling of last summer and allowed me to float above the madness for an hour around my room during a rainy autumn day. That was a gift and I’m sure I’m not the only one who could benefit from it this week. I first heard YuBu play during a night in Amsterdam by Tropical Laser Storm, an event organizer you must check out as they are burning fire with guns on phase. Loving the glitchy flow I’ve heard from him so far and secretly waiting for Yubu b2b Peach.

Eet smakelijk!

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