Dreams

Dreams (UMEK Version)

A rare treat for Drumcode faithful: A-Sides Vol.10 is set to drop in December, the second edition of the beloved series to come in 2020.

Fuelled by the extra time and space to be creative during lockdown, Drumcode’s collective of artists have stepped up. Across 17 contributions, the producers have gone deeper into their sonic repertoire, crafting powerful, yet reflective works that capture the range of the label’s sound.

Jay Lumen leads the way with a rousing riff-driven weapon, ‘Galactic Rainbow’, while Ramon Tapia brings us the muscular gem ‘Drum Control’, mixing up ruffneck techno with a barrage of synapse-tickling synths in the second half. Both rousing highlights of the compilation.
Victor Ruiz, Drumcode’s most prolific contributor in 2020, dishes up ‘Love Story’, led by a huge vocal lead. Zimmz also returns with ‘Tension’, which deftly combines deep squelchy grooves with a silky synth interlude. Thomas Hoffknecht follows up his debut on Vol.9 with ‘Escape’, keeping listeners on their toes with dynamic, choppy shifts throughout. Veerus joins with another stirring addition ‘I Know’, reinforcing why Beyer rates him so highly.

Elsewhere a string of debutants feature: buzzy newcomer Lilly Palmer gives us ‘Amnesie’, a brilliantly pummelling and eerie cut; Alex Lentini & Stomp Boxx serve up ‘Expanders’ mixing up drone effects, trippy vocals and an unsettling melody line; and Patrik Berg’s ‘Activated’ is full-bodied techno that drops down into funky rhythms.

Long-time DC family member Bart Skils brings his A-game with the thrilling no-nonsense ‘Solid State’ that hits like a steam train. Likewise, Alan Fitzpatrick who brings a momentous slab of techno energy with ‘Rochus’, while Thomas Schumacher, now feeling like a regular on the imprint, crafts another dark techno opus, this time in collaboration with CAITLIN.

There’s even a special appearance by the chief Adam Beyer, who makes a welcome return with the progressive-tinged ‘Changes’, driven by organic tones and spacey atmospherics. The track stands as his first original contribution to A-Sides since 2017.

Love Story

You Look At Me

You Look At Me (Original Mix)

Bells of Notre Dame

Exploring the boundaries of techno, Amsterdam based record label Airborne Black will bring artists together to express their passion for music. A&R is done by Steve Mulder who has already proven himself with the success of his label Orange Recordings.

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The end of 2021 is near... We're proud to present you Airborne Black - Black Out Volume 01!! A selection of the first 49 releases including artists like Karim Alkhayat, Tony Romanello, Andrea Signore, Steve Mulder, ANNA V, D.Mongelos, BILBONI, Greg Notill, ALESSANDRO ZINGRILLO, Devid Dega, Elso (GER) and many more...

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Karim Alkhayat - My Vision (Original Mix) [Airborne Black] - AIRBORNEB049

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@clapcodex & @julienriess
"Sentinel" is out today! Clap Codex and Julien Riess are back with this major release.
Both are rising stars in the techno scene, they teamed up to deliver a peak time driving monster of a track.
Right on time for the weekend!

Clap Codex & Julien Riess - Sentinel (Original Mix)

Sisko Electrofanatik collaborates with Gabry Ponte to launch his new peak time techno record label, Pentaphonia.

Pentaphonia launches with a rework of B.B.E's anthemic "Seven Days and One Week" which is a classic track from 1996 that became a global hit and an Ibiza anthem. The euphoric original was produced by Emmanuel Top and it's been reworked into modern-day slamming techno by Sisko Electrofanatik and Gabry Ponte.

Based in the Italian city of Rome, Sisko Electrofanatik is a skilled producer and DJ who is known for his pounding percussion and electrifying synth lines. He has released tracks on genre defining record labels such as Alan Fitzpatrick's We Are The Brave, Monika Kruse's Terminal M and Spartaque's Codex Recordings.

Gabry Ponte is a grammy-nominated and multi-platinum DJ producer based in Milan. He has released music on labels ranging from Spinnin' Records to Ministry of Sound and his band from the '90s, Eiffel 65, were behind the pop hit 'Blue (da ba dee)'. Nowadays he counts averages of over 15 million monthly plays on Spotify. He has been a DJ for over 2 decades and in 2014 was voted No.61 in DJ Mag's Top 100 Chart as well as being scheduled to debut at Tomorrowland this year.

This is his first time collaborating on underground techno with Sisko Electrofanatik and it's a dark and brooding track full of intensity.

"Seven Days and One Week" is the solo track on the release and it opens with a thundering kick drum and pulsating acid bassline overlaid by rattling high-end percussion. Its fast-paced rhythms provide a framework for the iconic synth chords that add uplifting contrast to the otherwise dark atmosphere.

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Gabry Ponte, Sisko Electrofanatik - Seven Days And One Week (Original Mix)

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Inerzia

Lazar - Inerzia (Original Mix)

Dutch talent Job Nelis returns to EXTIMA with a standout three-tracker EP that reaffirms his position as a rising force in the peak-time techno landscape. Leading with the title track Remember, Nelis delivers a groovy, high-energy weapon built for the dancefloor. Pulsating rhythms, sharp synth shots, and cleverly placed vocal snippets create an atmosphere that's both hypnotic and explosive.

Label boss Zafer Atabey lends his own touch to the release with a refined reinterpretation of Remember, stripping things back for a more minimal approach while maintaining the track's peak-time momentum. His version subtly shifts the mood—leaner, tighter, but no less effective in a late-night set.

Closing out the EP is Your Body, another solid dancefloor tool with an irresistible groove and crisp, functional percussion. It's a no-nonsense banger with just the right dose of attitude to keep the energy high.

This EP captures the essence of modern peak-time techno with a functional yet creative flair—perfect for DJs looking to inject some power into their sets.

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"Thę~Çûråtor"

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