Presenting the of A1 on the new 2 x 12" Animalia compilation, Microevolutions, by Naarm's cutest brotherly duo Sam & Jack Brickel. A deep, versatile electro tinged banger.

Out now!

Purchase via the Animalia Bandcamp, Oneyewitness, Clone and more.

https://animalialabel.bandcamp.com/album/microevolutions

A1: Sam & Jack Brickel - LSB

A2. 53X - Synapse

EP out April 1st 2022 - pre orders: https://buttersessions.bandcamp.com/album/shapeshifting

Hybrid Man - Shapeshifting (BSR036) snippets

Preorder Vinyl via Bandcamp:
https://bit.ly/3txqr5b

One Eye Witness:
https://bit.ly/3iw6kxQ

Discogs:
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Out on the 15th of April.

Having proactively set the pace of the Danish scene for the past few years under many guises and just as many records for an array of premium labels, Regelbau spearhead Natal Zaks alias Central, aka Picture this time around, joins the Kalahari Oyster Cult fold with a quartet of fresh-minded, bouncy joints taking the classic Aarhus vibes for a trip into further hypermodern melodic grounds.

As per the artist's wish, this release is vinyl only.

Picture (AKA Central) - Metric EP (OYSTER37 - Snippets)

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Parallel Minds returns after a two-year hiatus with a dub-infested celestial dance debut from a promising Toronto-based producer, record-slinger, and long-time DIY scene mainstay, Ficilio

Ficilio, a.k.a. Will Gillespie and the Parallel Minds crew have enjoyed a long musical friendship. Having met at various underground raves in Toronto, it wasn't long before they found themselves on the same lineups and began trading tunes post-show. When label co-founder Ciel first heard the tunes that would eventually end up on Parallel Minds 003, she was mesmerised by the deep, misty grooves present throughout. 'Dangerous Goods' is the creation of an artist with a super dialed-in sound, whose attention to detail, cohesion, and sound design suggest experience wise-beyond-their-years.

‘Rush-V’ begins the release with a shimmery bang, propelled by infectious chord stabs that sound like they're sprinkled with alien fairy dust and grounded by a driving and subby drum groove. 'Fluid Form' continues in this trajectory, all spacey synths and dubbed out stabs propped up by tough and bouncy drums and a deep low sub. There is an unmistakable 90s influence on these tracks, halfway between old Swayzak and the early 90s output of Dutch label ESP Records. Ficilio is not afraid to flirt with dub techno AND trance influences, which is most discernible on the last track on the A-side, the sublime 'UAM'.

In comparison to the other side, the B-side is a more sub-loaded affair. The drums on this side are less driving and more broken, chopped, and staggered. They work spectacularly on the title track, its vocal chops complement the low-slung groove of the drums to a hypnotic head-nodding effect. 'Second Fold' intrigues immediately with its unusual tempo, fluttering along in a leisurely way until these enchanted synth stabs come in and the track blooms like a beautiful flower. The release comes to a Zen-like close on 'Frame (Amber Mix)', the heavy sub and sparse arpeggiated loops draw us deep within its cavernous interiors.

PM003

PREMIERE: Ficilio - Fluid Form

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"Four heady cuts, mind-bending and bold
For curious dancers, their stories to unfold
From Lithuanian maestro, Pletnev his name
Modular beats, a rhythmic refrain”

Alex Pletnev, a DJ & producer hailing from Vilnius, is known for his performances at top clubs and festivals across Europe such as Roxy in Paris, Razzmatazz in Barcelona, and Renate in Berlin. Alex is a resident at the renowned Opium club in Vilnius. He has previously released on Futureboogie, SZA & Swedish Brandy to name a few

And You Never Come Back EP (RMECR001)

PREMIERE: Pletnev - Bass Covered With Gold

Leaving the digital-only realm and materialising as a physical release, space•lab 006 sees Reflex Blue’s sought-after Digital Dreams EP finally out on vinyl. Remastered and complete with a previously unreleased bonus track, as well as a sizzling remix from space•lab favourite, Lisene.

BUY on BANDCAMP

PREMIERE : Reflex Blue - Space Rock (Lisene Remix)

The day had finally arrived; a succession of thick red crosses on the calendar above his desk marked the lead up. He studied himself in the mirror, smoothing out the creases in his shirt and fixing his tie with a precise flick of the wrist. As if reading from an imaginary prompt, he reeled off his presentation to his reflection one last time, each word and phrase delivered with eloquence and poise. He knew it all off by heart but he still worried about stumbling on the night; there was so much at stake. It all depended on the outcome of today; his future hung in the balance...

After starting life last summer with a release from Istanbul-based producer Rnbws, London imprint Linale Records share their second EP with the world, which sees them digging into the past, mining for 90s gold. Previous only released on CD back in '97, the two tracks on Digital Rubber are the work of three Australian producers: Andy Rantzen and Paul McDermott (also known as Itch-e and Scratch-e) and Anthony Maher (Sheriff Lindo), under the guise of Boo Boo, Mace and Nutcase. An infectious fusion of electro and breakbeat, wrapped up in dreamy ambience, the originals come complete with a brand new remix of the title track from fellow Australian Rudolf C.

PREMIERE: Boo Boo, Mace & Nutcase - Digital Rubber [Linale Records]

Artist: gizA djs
Title: Ocean
Label: Family Piknik
Cat: FPM77
Genre: Melodic House & Techno
Release Date: 31.05.24
Buy Link: https://music.familypiknikfestival.com/ocean

Among our label's top sellers, Cadillac Express is back with 'Ocean', a solid progressive anthem led by smooth vocals. On the remixes, Italian duo gizA Djs experiments an hybrid version, jamming a lot with the original elements and adding some hypnotic acid loops to take off.

SoundCloud:
https://soundcloud.com/familypiknikfestival  // https://soundcloud.com/cadillacexpressmusic  // https://soundcloud.com/gizadjs

Curator:
Enrico Cherbino

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Buy now on Beatport

PREMIERE: Cadillac Express - Ocean (gizA djs remix) [Family Piknik]

Written &amp; Produced by The Brothers of Funk and Darren Chapman Mixes from Spoon Wizard and Sensei

While on tour in the US last October to promote his mix CD 'Beatz &amp; Bobz Vol 1' Darren Chapman teamed up with Florida's breakbeat bad boys 'The Brothers of Funk' to produce his first record. Three days in the studio with Johnny, Kimmi (owners of Freakin Music) and Oscar and the first collaboration between Freakin Music and Functional Breaks is ready to rock the dancefloors of the world in the shape of 'G13' Mixes come from Functional Break's Spoon Wizard who funks the tune up, with the other mix coming from Florida outfit Sensei (who are Johnny Dangerously and electro DJ/Producer BFX) take tune a bit harder and darker. Sensei will be releasing one of their own productions 'I'm The Only one' on Functional Breaks in the near future. G13 gets a full release on Functional Breaks in June 2000 and was promo'd on vinyl at this year's Winter Music Conference in Miami Florida with excellent reactions.

Reviews

IDJ Magazine
Functional breaks, famous for their wicked Beats and Bobs night in Exeter, are consistent with their releases and continue their UK - US connections and collaborations. Darren Chapman teams up with the Freakin label artists Brothers of Funk for a deep, meaty and beaty Breakbeat stormer. Drivin' and relentless this track is a ruthless addition to the dancefloor, comes complete with an excellent Stabilizer mix. 4.5

24/7
Brothers of Funk v Darren Chapman G 13 (Functional Breaks) The collaboration between Exeter and Florida has resulted in the best FB release for a while. The original is a funky take on the breaks scene with a driving bassline. The first remix from Spoon Wizard takes it funkier. Leaving the electro beat to the side. Sensei then get on the remix duty and go on all out attack. A thumping kick drum electro style meets a bassline that comes at you like the tornadoes that rip through Florida itself.

WOSW
Brothers of Funk v Darren Chapman G 13 (Functional Breaks) **** Another Quality release for Exeter's premier beat freaks, this is collaboration between the local DJ and Florida breakbeat duo, Brother of Funk. An electro - esque creation, the skippy breaks take a back seat to the driving acidic riff, low resonating b-line and synth stabs reminiscent of old school euro techno. Fear not its not full on hoover house and is subtle enough for breakbeat and prog house DJs alike. Spoon Wizards mix strips it down into a funky minimalist groove, while Florida's Sensei take it into darker techno territory. A solid Ep for all break heads and prog housers out there

Brothers of Funk vs. Darren Chapman - G13 (Spoon Wizard Remix)

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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.

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PREMIERE: Boo Boo, Mace & Nutcase - Digital Rubber [Linale Records]

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