For our final release of the year we are thrilled to share this conceptual EP ‘An-Xileel’ from two aliases’ of Naarm based artist Daniel Jakobsson; Eastern Distributor and Jörmungandr.

The world building for this release came through a necessity for escapism for Jakobsson. Across this release, he takes you on a vivid journey through Black Marsh, a territory that sprawls through tranquil yet wild swamplands into densely breathtaking rainforests.

Within this captivating landscape resides the Argonians, reptilian humanoid creatures who call Black Marsh home. The EP delves into the world of the An-Xileel, a mysterious anti-imperialist political faction among the Argonians. With sharp, obsidian eyes gleaming with ancient intelligence, they are dedicated to purging the former colonial influence and restoring the homeland to its pre-foreign rule state.

Opening the release, 'Sap Speaker' by Eastern Distributor sets the tone with a frenzied and energetic vibe, establishing the EP's atmosphere. Throughout the track, the crisp percussion maintains a sharp presence amidst the focused and intentionally immersive synthesis. The inspiration for this track stemmed from the swamp environments.

Moving on to Dam Dweller, the composition features cold, dark percussion alongside psychedelic sweeps that plunge the listener into a profound low-end groove. This groove undergoes a gradual evolution into a 4/4 eruption, accompanied by the delicate touch of gentle pads and strings. The inspiration behind this track draws from the water and cave systems of Black Marsh.

Dam Dweller gracefully concludes, paving the way for Sand Shaper, a mellow yet robust track. With a focus on organic instruments, a gliding bass, and bowed strings, Sand Shaper captivates with hypnotising atmosphere and polyrhythmic percussion. The inspiration for this piece lies in the territory's sandy shores.

Root Mender brings the tempo back up, radiating positivity, vitality, and life. Thick sub-bass tones resonate through the body, and purposeful drum programming slice through the ever engulfing ethereal pads. An amphibious croak pulses beneath heavy kicks, accompanied by soothing vocals. Strings and acid basslines elevate the track, marking it as the EP's highlight. The inspiration for Root Mender is drawn from the tree homes of the Argonians.

Concluding the EP, Tree Minder adopts an introspective tone. Minimalist percussion and sharp automation contrast with angelic pads and echoing sounds. Flutes, bells, and bows collectively paint the spirit of an alien world, mirroring the hope brought by the An Xileel to the Argonian people.

Tracklist:
01. Eastern Distributor - Sap Speaker
02. Eastern Distributor - Dam Dweller
03. Eastern Distributor - Sand Shaper
04. Jörmungandr - Root Mender
05. Jörmungandr - Tree Minder

PS017
Written, produced and arranged: Daniel Jakobsson
Mixed: Julian Loïcc Boggs
Mastering: Wayne Sunderland @ Suture
Artwork: w45t3
Format: Digital

An Xileel

Jörmungandr - Tree Minder

TOMO is a DJ, producer, and label curator from Florence, known for his multifaceted artistic approach. As co-founder of the label and collective DE RIO, and with a background as a multi-instrumentalist and bandleader, he has been influential in the local underground scene since 2016. Releasing music across various labels since 2021, TOMO’s style transcends genres, blending fast-paced atmospheres, deep hypnotic techno, IDM, glitch minimalism, post-tribe, and organic textures.

Follow the artist: https://soundcloud.com/tomo_sound

Mastering by https://soundcloud.com/slym_cloud
Artwork by https://soundcloud.com/szoliver

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TOMO - Shambar [TELA013]

Announcing 'Wormhole', the third VA of Materica, composed of 7 tracks. 

Wormhole continues the same style that mostly characterizes Materica, but this time it digs deeper into a dreamy psychedelic rave phantasmagoria.
 
Different artists deliver tracks that move dancefloors into new sonic narratives, inviting you to drop your expectations and experiment with your bodily senses.

Starting from minimalistic sounds such as the ones of Bruna, Tomo, Medlock & Philip Kylberg, passing through the Sci-Fi wave of Surt, and diving into the percussive mind-games by K.O.P 32 and Jan Sanw to then arrive to the Psy/Trance track of AYIM.

Artist​: K.O.P 32
Title: Ttriking
VA: Wormhole V.A.03
Label​: Materica Records
Release date​: July 31th, 2024

Support the artist & label: materica.bandcamp.com/

Follow:
@pyramidofknowledge
@materica-records

Artwork by: Marco Maldarella (@marcomaldarella).
Mastering by: Nico Romani.

Support

Premiere : K.O.P 32 - Striking

Elysium

Property - Short Circuit

@fgnouh

area127 invited a collective of artists to their chemical lab to experiment beyond the club conventions. The result? A mesmerising mix of psychoactive elements and sonic chemistry to send your mind on a deep inner exploration.

https://area127.bandcamp.com/album/127va004

cover alchemist ~ https://instagram.com/simonajonusiene
sonic mastering ~ https://instagram.com/_ctrls
lab manager ~ https://instagram.com/tadasmajeris

Huong Federkeil - Muldvarp [127VA004]

The deep, menacing bass slowly enters the scene, like a dull roar heralding the rising storm. A steady, hypnotic beat builds in the background, growing ever more intense, while high-pitched, percussive rhythmic elements such as metallic clangs and percussive bursts simulate the violence of the wind hitting the dunes and rocks.

Khey Mysterĩo can prepare all kinds of concoctions. While some of his infusions have the virtue of soothing and healing the body or mind, others of his macerations have the power to transcend souls.

Follow the artist: https://soundcloud.com/kheymysterio
Bandcamp: https://techlabbp.bandcamp.com/album/v-ndor-va

Khey Mysterio - Sandstorm [TLVA010]

Follow the artists:
https://soundcloud.com/astralbandit
https://soundcloud.com/shugonoss

Mastering: Alda Vain
Artwork: Laina

https://astralbandit.bandcamp.com/album/astrlbndt001

premiere: Astral Bandit - Entropy (Shugo Noss remix) [ASTRLBNDT001]

Akureme - forbidden_jump65 (sped up)

HERES MY NEW ORIGINAL OUT TODAY I HOPE YOU LIKE MASSIVE RESPECT FOR ANY SUPPORT = https://excite-digital.co.uk/product/drift-humanity-reborn/

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HUMANITY REBORN (OUT NOW ON EXCITE-DIGITAL.CO.UK)

Crunchy grooves and nasty ambience ,what else?

Power Portal

Budapest based, mass-hypnotizing collective.
Feel free to contact us: techlabbp@gmail.com

@szoliver
https://soundcloud.com/slym_cloud

TOMO - Shambar [TELA013]

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