You don't get the nickname "King of the Cut" for nothing...

Over the years, Danish DJ and producer Flemming Dalum has built a reputation for being a dab hand at the edit. Italo is his life-long passion: he's been dedicated to the darker, underground shades of the sound since the 1980s.

His impact on the genre is remarkable: he's made nine edit packages for Centre Neptune; created mixes for Mothball Records, Bordello A Parigi and Roller Disco Records; and reworked tracks by Klein & M.B.O, Koto, Steel Mind, Mono Band and so many others.

He's also a longtime affiliate of Red Laser Records, the Italo-indebted Manctalo imprint run by Il Bosco, which he's contributed a ton of edits and remixes to. The Manchester label reached the ripe old age of 10 this year and to commemorate the imprint reaching a milestone anniversary, Flemming has whipped up a special mix of his favourite label cuts to take the listener on a journey. In his own words, "the sound of Red Laser will show you the way."

Flemming Dalum: The 'Ransom Note' Mix

Disco Al Dente (AKA Graf Gonzo from Vienna) blew our socks off with this high-powered set of mostly obscure stuff, well mixed with a couple of favourites.
We have been bumping this one at home the last couple weeks and glad to be able to share it :)

Follow and track IDs to: https://soundcloud.com/discoaldente

MOTHBALL FM with Disco Al Dente (March 2023)

Baci all'italiana

JAZ - Greatest Hits (pt. 12 - italo prom)

Some words by Starborough:

"It was a big pleasure for me to play at Italorator! Like Marsman, I got hooked on italo and disco because of I-F's Cybernetic Broadcasting Station, that later turned into IntergalacticFM. Its influence on my musical taste can't be overstated. After being an avid listener, programming shows and doing a lot of work behind the scenes, I started making monthly deejay mixes for IFM some three years ago and haven't stopped since. For my Italorator mix I decided to focus on mid 80s italo songs that are heavy on synth action and drama. One to sing along to with clenched fists. I hope you enjoy listining as much as I liked mixing it up. Playing disco for the dancer, all ready for the sound!"

https://soundcloud.com/starborough-1

Italorator w/ Starborough [Episode 16.5]

Hocus-pocus house, bittersweet techno with EBM and disco influences.

Tryouts Training Tape 4

Italorator is back on the Operator airwaves for one last time in 2024. This time, this in for an all-day special with guest mixes from the early sunrise to 4PM, followed by DJ sets live from the container with Italorator affiliates. All the action's in the chat!

www.operator-radio.com

Italorator Special w/ Kimmah - 30th December 2024

Recorded at Kaffee Kind, Lucerne by @kind&kegelbahnaudio

Italo Disco @ Kaffee Kind, 250307

This episode features  @frinda_di_lanco – one half of @avec_plaisir_records, a good friend and my biggest inspiration.
She’s bringing you a beautiful set full of warm synth magic ✨ perfect for catching the first rays of sunshine.
Honestly, I don't think this needs many words – but for those who still haven’t discovered this fabulous woman…
Frinda is a true staple of Berlin’s disco scene – an artist who has shaped it with her unique and deeply emotional sound. A passionate digger with an ear for rare gems and hidden treasures. Always her hands in the crates, digging deep and spending hours in the dustiest record stores - finding tunes that where almost forgotten.
I'm so happy to have you on board! Big hug ragazza ♥️

Nightlights in Cagliari #7 w/Frinda di Lanco / 06-04-2025

Pirogi In Space (Original Mix)

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