New Tribes marks the beginning of a new series from Smile Sessions, bringing together a handpicked selection of artists whose rhythms, spirit, and vision resonate deeply with the label’s core. This release is a celebration of connections, new voices, shared respect, and the invisible threads that bind us through sound. It carries the true essence of techno : grounded in ancestral energy yet shaped by modern textures. As it unfolds, New Tribes casts a spell, a hypnotic blend of whispers, pulses, and percussive rituals that speak to both body and mind. A statement of unity, a tribe in motion.

⁠Written and Produced by Mara Menace, KaioBarssalos, Mislaw, JKS, Hemka, Conntex, Fran LF and Kabay
⁠Mastered by Chlär
Artwork by PG Pasquet


GTG Premiere | Conntex - Kamas Temptation [SMILED004]

NECH031 marks the debut EP from Fran LF on NECHTO, presenting five tracks that trace a personal and stylistic journey. Built around raw, percussive momentum, the record moves between minimalistic rhythms, faster grooves, and brighter, more melodic moods—reflecting the artist’s range and growth.

Crafted with guidance from label head Nastia, the release pushed Fran LF to explore new directions and refine his sound. The result is a versatile and dynamic EP that captures both evolution and energy in equal measure.

Originally from Sicily and now based in Amsterdam, Fran LF is a name emerging steadily across Europe’s techno circuit. Known for layered, high-intensity sets and sharp studio output, he brings a decade of experience and a forward-leaning edge to his NECHTO release.

Tracklist:
- Mantis
- Scarab
- The Sorcery 
- Disco Sentimento
- Hymn

Fran LF: 
Soundcloud: @flflflflflflf
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fran__lf/

NECH031

NECHTO Premiere | Fran LF - Mantis [NECH031]

https://soundcloud.com/ulrikituku , a French DJ and producer based in Paris, unveils his first EP.
An EP of renewal, as its name suggests. A new dawn, full of love and romance, opens up to him.

"This EP is both an introspection and a checkpoint in my creative journey. I have a lot to express, and music allows me to do it quickly, sometimes in the wrong way, sometimes in the right way, but who cares. Because the main thing is to keep creating, always.
For this first EP, I started in September 2024 with an idea: to take stock of my music and, as we do for the baccalaureate or other exams, to hand in a copy of what I can offer before moving on to the next stage.
But be careful, I will savor this one, even if it might quickly bore me" laughs "because it remains the first, and I am happy. I know that anyone can play it.
So don't hesitate, I made it with love, as always. 🧡"

Tracklist :

A1 - Romance Dawn
A2 - Ashen Shore
A3 - Legacy Memory

B1 - Ashen Shore (Hotinga Remix)
B2 - Legacy Memory (Odium remix)

Artwork by Odium(FR)

Support

Ulrik Ituku - Romance Dawn



Track list:

1 / DB1 - Sounds of Paradise
2 / A1 - Blocks of Darkness
3 / A2 - Lost Signal
4 / B1 - Warehouse Tool
5 / B2 - Shifted Reality
6 / DB2 - Deeper Motion

Text:
Under-the-radar artist CV1 debuts on Life In Patterns Lab with Blocks of Darkness, a six-track EP that delivers a captivating blend of raw, expressive techno inspired by 90s and 2000s sounds with a modern edge. This release showcases CV1’s talent for crafting immersive techno journeys, balancing peak-time energy with deeper, hypnotic, and introspective moods. Blocks of Darkness is set to release in mid-July 2025 on hand-stamped vinyl and digital formats.

Credits:
Written and produced by Dmitrii Akhmetov

Mastering by Manufaktur Studio
Artwork and design by Tobias Kalleder

Links

CV1
@cv1_music
www.instagram.com/cv1_music
www.facebook.com/cv1.music/
www.youtube.com/@cv1_music

Life In Patterns
@life-in-patterns
life-in-patterns.bandcamp.com
www.instagram.com/life_in_patterns_
www.life-in-patterns.net
www.facebook.com/lifeinpatterns.net

Tobias Kalleder
www.instagram.com/tkalleder/
www.facebook.com/tobias.kalleder/
indivisualists.com

Manufaktur Studio
www.instagram.com/manufaktur__studio
www.facebook.com/manufaktur.mastering


PREMIERE: CV1 - Blocks of Darkness [LIPL003]

Track: Null Model
Artist: Regent
Label: MALöR Records
Catalog: MLRVNL006
Release Date: 22.08.2025
Format: Vinyl & Digital
Genre: Electronic
Style: Techno
Mastering: Gregor Bromme at gb-mastering
Artwork: https://www.instagram.com/avhs.lindaannanic/

Artist links: 
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/regent_dj
Bandcamp: 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/regent_dj/


Label links:
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/maloer-records
Bandcamp: https://maloer-records.bandcamp.com/music
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maloer.records/

Pre-Order Link: https://maloer-records.bandcamp.com/album/regent-cratea-ep-mlrvnl006

GTG Premiere | Regent - Null Model [MLRVNL006]

Fifth release on KOWBOI comes from label head Klint, delivering a high-octane 5-track EP built for impact.
Stunt EP blends raw textures, hypnotic pressure, and relentless groove.

Follow #Klint here:
@klint-artist
www.instagram.com/klint.music/
www.facebook.com/klint.klint.music/

Follow #KOWBOI RECORDS here:
www.instagram.com/kowboi.records

Mastering : Lutgens

Thanks for your wonderful support

Premiere: Klint - Five [KWB004] KOWBOI RECORDS

Phoenix

PREMIERE: Modēm - Lacrima (CHAKRA EP)

Bandcamp

The Southern - Wiked (Rawthing)

Lisa Oakes - Drift

Exos - Pink Panthera

BIO -

Lisa’s journey into music began with an early introduction to techno, quickly evolving into a lifelong passion. A self-taught producer, she creates music at her own pace, driven purely by creativity and passion . Her breakthrough came when her debut EP hit the number one spot on the Beatport Hard Techno charts, earning recognition from industry legends like Ben Sims, DJ Rush, James Ruskin, A.Paul, and ANNE.

In 2021, she was invited by Ben Sims to contribute to a special various artists EP on his iconic Symbolism label, and in 2024, she returned with a solo EP on the same legendary imprint. She’s also had releases on respected labels such as Naked Lunch Records, Compound, Black Out Audio, Black Square Recordings, 3MOON Records, Unknown Territory, and many more.

As a DJ, Lisa’s passion has always been vinyl. She has warmed up for Ben Sims and performed alongside industry legends such as Player, Gez Varley (LFO), Tommy Four Seven, Mike Humphries , Dextro , David Meiser , A.Paul , Neil Landstrumm, CJ Bolland, Lady Machine, and Dave Clarke. She has also contributed to respected podcasts such as Mastertraxx and Naked Lunch Records. 



Phoenix

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