Back in Paris where she is from, Lolo Batten was involved in the local electronic scene by running an online platform dedicated to the promotion of emerging artists and working with festival Sarcus. With several years working behind the scenes, she then moved to the other side of the decks to share her passion for crossing genres. Now based in Amsterdam, she is running mix series "traverse" by hosting shows on diverse radios and became a resident DJ for French collective [re]sources.

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Lolo Batten | Womxn Series - 9th June 2022

Rinse France Podcast

DJ Lifegoals - 04 Octobre 2022

CAN YOU FEEL THE SUN W/ CALL SUPER & PARRIS311022

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Pre-order: https://minddance.bandcamp.com/album/mystic-minds-vol-2

Mind Dance return with the second volume in their ‘Mystic Minds’ VA series. Launched last year as a way to continue the strong collaborative nature of the electronic music underground, each installment will shine a light on local Australian talent and their cross-continental contemporaries. 

Continuing this mission with a new batch of friends, family and former label mates in tow, round two rallies six artists from home soil and overseas for another deep excursion into the vast expanses of dance music.

pi pi pi premiere: Dazion - I Want Take Away (Mind Dance)

READ >  https://inverted-audio.com/premiere-max-graef-db-4

Executed with his signature carefree flair, ‘DB 4’ sees @max-graef leaning into wonky digi dub, keeping things stripped back on this one, allowing plenty of room for exploratory synth noodling.

Medusozoa Vol II

Max Graef - DB 4 [Tartelet Records]

We first caught wind of maya q earlier this year though her sophomore release for London imprint All Centre. Anyone with a penchant for hot footing it to a takeaway after a late night booze up will have had a chuckle at the title of the first track. Merrily, I hastened to the chicken shoppe / beno (soft) marked maya's second outing on the well-respected label, following 2021's I just wanna. 

Both EPs, along with the releases' predecessor on Scuffed Recordings, showcase her experimental approach to creating swung rhythms, low end frequencies and syncopated drum patterns inspired by jungle, UK bass, breaks and UKG, but with her own unique melodic and playful touch.

When maya isn't making music, she DJing as part of the Co-Select crew alongside the likes of TSUNIMAN, Airali and Will Hofbauer, the latter of whom released her most recent musical outing, break rev, on his Third Place imprint.

We got her on board for a mix that threads together the music she loves from poppy electronics to ethereal jungle, liquid DnB and playful vox-soaked rhythms.

maya q: The 'Shine A Light On' Mix

Hank Jackson (anno records) b2b Blurry

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Blurry B2b Hank Jackson @ The Lot Radio 12 - 10 - 2022

This year it’s been nice to see James Bangura get the props and respect that he deserves. For many years he has been hustling behind the scenes, releasing music and pushing forward a keen sense of community and collaborative energy which has afforded him many friends and admirers. He is now finally getting the credit that’s long been due.

James has been incredibly busy over the past few years, since 2020 he has released records on the likes of Mister Saturday Night, Art E Fax and World Building.

 
These records have cemented him as a producer but behind the decks James remains a force to be reckoned with.

He is also one of the co founders of the longstanding group ““Black Rave Culture” which has helped champion and pioneer an array of musicians via collaborations and beyond.

James Bangura: The Ransom Note Mix

late upload of a warm housey mix recorded back in winter 

bigup blake creighton love u dawg x

Netil Radio September 22

Tune into Martyn's monthly show on 2 for some delectable jazz treats from over the Atlantic.

https://www.nts.live/shows/martyn/episodes/martyn-19th-december-2022

Martyn's Darkest Light 191222

📱 Swipe Right – Featuring Jessica & Dillan

Swipe Right is a vibrant collision of sounds made for the now — an energetic blend of hyperpop, bubblegum pop, trap, and rap that pulses with youthful spirit and fearless creativity. ⚡🍭🔥 Jessica and Dillan bring fresh, dynamic vocals and sharp flows that capture the highs, lows, and everything in between of today’s digital age.

From infectious hooks to hard-hitting beats, this album is a colorful, genre-bending ride through modern emotion and culture — playful, bold, and impossible to ignore. Whether you’re scrolling, vibing, or living loud, Swipe Right speaks your language with style and swagger. 🎤🎧💥

Delulu

Ransom Note is an online music, arts and culture magazine. We provide a home for readers and writers with boundless enthusiasm, esoteric knowledge, fierce opinions and impeccable taste.

With our core team immersed in all aspects of dance music, we publish news, articles, and interviews covering the greatest in innovative, underground culture from across the globe. We offer regular, exclusive music and mixtapes from our favourite artists, and publish features shining a light on everything from the freshest new artists to the untold tales from rave history.

Alongside this we offer musings on film, books, life, and art, generating some context and controversy as an antidote to the reheated PR that clogs up the internet. Our office is fuelled by Tunnock’s Bars, cat memes, hangovers and a ridiculous, never ending love for our culture.

We're always interested in getting new writers on board – feel free to get in touch if you’ve got a story to tell.

With love until the grave.