A thick cloud of pale yellow smoke billed out of the test tube, filling the clinical-looking, white washed room with a bitter odour that bristled the hairs on your nostrils. Different experiments took place at each table in the laboratory, trials and tests that came with equally positive and negative results. In their small lab-coat adorned groups, they clustered around their equipment with inquisitive expressions and furrowed brows, concocting special potions and medicines for motives we knew not.

Do you love acid? If the answer is yes, well this is the record for you. Cologne imprint Minimood Extra - the offshoot of Minimood - are charging into 2023 arm in arm with an old label mate, David Hausdorf and his new vinyl-only EP ACID. It does exactly what it says on the tin. Unlike his previous deep dives into dub techno and Detroit-influenced sounds, the Berlin native (who is also a cellist for Munich Philharmonic Orchestra!) explores the wonders of the 303, fashioning four hypnotic tracks centred around squelching acid lines and paired with electro and techno influences.

@davidhausdorf
@minimood

Buy: https://kompakt.fm/releases/acid_ep

PREMIERE: David Hausdorf - Nitric Acid [Minimood Extra]

A series of cassette variations in the turmoil of the days is opened by a collective improvement of high-class Russian craftsmen — VA Spazio Invasore Vol. 1.
The tape custom is fully equipped with collective images in the spirit of its time. Two sides come together: day and night, light and twilight. The rhythmic in-depth intro sets the pace with a touch of space disco, which is periodically warmed up by retrospective Indian chants.

A more dense continuation falls into the rut of modernity with airy synthesizer additives. As soon as the first side crosses the equator, acid projections mixed with Italian classics and a little whimsical freshness of new disco immediately begin to sound with bright inclusions.
The clever alternate combination of the same elements with the addition of high energy switches to the B side, demonstrating a bold modern look at production. Next, a color of intensity appears with a hint of Depeche Mod and Sovietwave, giving way to trance non-trivial indie dance, and then again going into the mysterious haze of acidity.

It's time for everyone to get their hands on a copy — the collection is already on the shelves!

Support VA : https://www.beatport.com/release/va-spazio-invasore-vol-1/4028587

Links Spazio : 
https://soundcloud.com/spaziolabel
https://www.instagram.com/spazio_label

Links Artist : 
https://soundcloud.com/jackit_dj
https://www.instagram.com/jackit_dj

PREMIERE: Jackit - Breaking Dream [Spazio Label]

Something had to give, that much was certain. The situation had become unsustainable and one of them needed to take their leave - who would be the one to take the hit though was another matter entirely... There was a lot riding on that decision. They'd hoped all of this would end in a graceful, amicable compromise but the reality was far from that, only time and space could heal these wounds now. 

You can't mention Tin Man without mentioning acid. The producer has become synonymous with the 303, using the infamous machine to create all kinds of squelchy and hypnotic variations for Global A Records, Acid Test and Infrastructure New York as well as teaming up with artists like John Tejada and Jozef K. For his next release, he makes his debut on Bureau B with Arles, a release that departs from his usual dance floor offerings and explores beautiful melodies and cosmic vibrations - there's no question it's still a Tin Man creation though.

PREMIERE: TIN MAN - Espace Gestuel [Bureau B]

Are you ready to embark on a wild ride through the sonic wonderland of ‚Life Of Phoroma‘? This isn‘t your average V/A extended player compilation - it‘s a pulse-pounding journey through chaos,
confusion, and pure eclecticism that‘ll take you beyond just dancing.
Terra Magica Rec. sixth release is a passionate ode to the fusion of EBM and psychedelic, perfectly blending lightningfast new age and tribal hypnotic soundscapes with 1980s synth-atmospheres high on Trance. It’s Space Disco gone Techno gone HiNRG gone wrong folks! Enjoy. The SH-101‘s aggressive cuts, the Sequential Circuits‘ mesmerizing melodies, and the heavily processed Neumann TLM 193 vocals seamlessly weave in and out of acid-ish and electro breakbeat grooves, „Why am I suddenly standing at Tokyo Teleport Station? What happend to my last week?“ Welcome to relaxed Rave-basslines and lo-fi rhythms that will intoxicate your senses. Get loose and fall into your next portal of unexpected spiritual flows. Catch your six unique tracks for a highly eclectic journey through mysterious and magical moments. So strap in and become one with the sound, because ‚Life Of Phoroma‘ is your roller coaster ride to unforgettable sonic adventures.

https://soundcloud.com/volta-cab
https://soundcloud.com/terra-magica-rec

PREMIERE⚡Volta Cab  - Titanium Stresser [Terra Magica Rec.]

Artist: https://soundcloud.com/s_h_a_m
Track: Deeper High
Label: https://soundcloud.com/cosmicresonance
Format: Digital, 12" Vinyl, EP
Release date: 15/9/23
YouTube: https://youtu.be/vS2g405YJcg

Rogue Planet is about feeling like an “other,” like a planet ejected by its host planetary system. It is a personal journey encapsulating Shamanta’s South Asian roots and influences. Visuals are by internationally-known artist & muse Rajni Perera, “a painter and sculptor known for exploring how power works through the imagery of science fiction.” The album reflects Shamanta’s early life experience as a South Asian immigrant who has journeyed from the Middle East to North America, living in several different cities along the way. Adapting spiritual influences of the past, it seeks to preserve cultural relics in a future unknown. It features her 90-year-old aunt’s Indian Carnatic vocals along with hers, connecting the generational gap.
WeTurnToRed (a.k.a. Shamanta Chandran) is a Syrian-born Tamil-Canadian producer/DJ/ singer/songwriter and scientist based in Toronto. Growing up on the city’s outskirts, she studied and classically trained in opera and jazz as an arts high school kid. Her deep love for electronic music was ignited after her older brother introduced her to the mid-90s Toronto rave scene.
After experimenting in the studio for over a decade, delving into melodic nuances of modular and analog synths, it was clear that growling basslines and haunting melodies were the subjects of her affection. She made her mark in Toronto’s electronic music scene through live hardware deep house/techno-focused sets. As a DJ, she is a quality selector of many genres—everything from hip-hop, reggae, house, techno, and what’s in between.
Some notable music releases include Planet E Detroit Love-Vol 5, MSTRKRFT’s ORO Records, and Cosmic Resonance (Toronto). Her debut EP, “Smoked Glass” on PITS (Detroit), garnered acclaim, leading to features on Stamp the Wax and Rinse France to name a few.
As a South Asian woman in the electronic modular space, WeTurnToRed is an artist to look out for.
Pre-order vinyl here: qrates.com/projects/28688-rogue-planet-ep

12" Vinyl

PREMIERE | WeTurnToRed - Deeper High [Cosmic Resonance] 2023

She was dancing all alone, the room was crowded but it were as if she was the only ethereal creature of note. For everyone else was not there really, at least not in the same way as she was. She was really there. An eternal body which moved and weaved between the walls long after everyone had left the club. It was as if her very spirit lived within the brickwork which made this house a home. Perhaps that is what it was, her home.

Wendy was her name but it could be anything to anyone given the time of day. For she was all things to all people - a happy smile, a guilty conscience, a careless whisper, a slow dance, a wild romance. She was a moment in time - a vision in the midst of the night only to be forgotten as the sun rose. She was everyone's ghost...

Çâline With C is set to release new music on Electrifying Impact - a raucous EBM infused record destined to bang in the small dark rooms for which it was intended for. Intricate and heavy at the same time, this one will do just fine on the floor.

PREMIERE: Çâline With C - Wendy(Venderstrooik Remix)[Electrifying Impact]

BANDCAMP

REYF - Wintermute (2009)

TL Premiere #1358 (2023.09.14) : Miles Otto - Vectron [Batrachian Records]

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For this 223rd Premiere of 2023, we have a track by Bristo-based artist Miles Otto titled ‘Vectron’ from his forthcoming EP "Skitter" on the sibling label of Ritual Poison (@ritualpoison) run by BufoBufo (@bufobufo-1) : Batrachian Records.

The EP will be available from September 18, 2023 on limited edition 12" vinyl & digital on all major platforms.

Pre-order : 
▶︎ Bandcamp : https://ritualpoison.bandcamp.com/album/skitter
▶︎ Clone : https://clone.nl/item73586.html
▶︎ Decks Records : https://www.decks.de/track/miles_otto-skitter/clm-mc
▶︎ HHV : https://www.hhv.de/shop/en/item/miles-otto-skitter-1040857
▶︎ One Eye Witness : www.one-eye-witness.com/release/1679666708/Miles-Skitter
▶︎ OYE Records : https://oye-records.com/releases/miles-otto-skitter

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Release Info :

Miles Otto - Skitter EP [Batrachian Records // BTR006]

Known for his hardware-harnessing live shows and acidic jams, the Bristol-based Miles Otto’s ‘Skitter’ EP is alive with propulsive electro rhythms and dreamy synth melodies. ‘CV Swizzly’ grabs your attention with its wistful analogue tones and percussive crunch, before a burbling bassline burrows through the arrangement, while the 303-laced ‘Vectron’ takes cues from Detroit electro with its menacing riffs and eerie synth drifts. ‘Skitter’ itself subtly reveals its details layer by layer, with crisp drum machine hits and low tones opening out into mystic harmonies, and Plant43 (@plant43) recasts ‘CV Swizzly’ in his distinct image, adding metallic synth bass and urgent keys to finish the EP in fine style.

Previews : https://soundcloud.com/batrachian23/miles-otto-skitter-ep-previews

Tracklist :
1. A1. Miles Otto - CV Swizzly
2. A2. Miles Otto - Vectron
3. B1. Miles Otto - Skitter
4. B2. Miles Otto - CV Swizzly (Plant43 Remix)

releases September 25, 2023

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Follow Miles Otto 
Bandcamp : www.milesotto.bandcamp.com
Discogs : www.discogs.com/artist/6953947-Miles-Otto
Facebook : www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063544808528
Instagram : www.instagram.com/miles0tto
SoundCloud : www.soundcloud.com/miles-otto
Twitter : https://twitter.com/MilesOtto1

Follow Batrachian Records :
Bandcamp : www.ritualpoison.bandcamp.com
Discogs : www.discogs.com/label/1537551-Batrachian
Facebook : www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093675720516
Instagram : www.instagram.com/ritualpoison23
SoundCloud : www.soundcloud.com/batrachian23

Skitter EP

Vectron

TL PREMIERE : Miles Otto - Vectron [Batrachian Records]

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produced by @yazzus-1
mastered by @annafruit

[PREMIERE] Yazzus - Play for Keeps [PLOT RECORDS]

TEN: The Archive Series, Pt. 6 concludes the journey through Ballroom Records’ history, bringing the series to a powerful close.

Focused on the techno-driven side of Melodic House & Techno, this chapter highlights tracks defined by hypnotic tension, driving energy, and emotive depth.

A final tribute to the sound that shaped Ballroom over the past 10 years.

Enjoy listening and have a beautiful day!

TEN: The Archive Series, Pt. 6

Dynan

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