Duro is pleased to present "Muy Divas," a compilation curated by international Mexican tastemaker Mystery Affair. Celebrating diversity and freedom, this 8 track glorious journey includes music by the talented bandolera Villaseñor, the chilean and Madrid based Fernanda Arrau, the french Mala Ika, the duo Brolorizo, Argentina's InVertida, the Mexican SÜSS, and the mighty and unique Hard Ton & Urvin June ft. Lilly Escuelita.

The collection of stompers begins with the visionary and groovy Villaseñor's "Emergency Loop." This bouncy and trance-inducing track will transport you to a rhythmic Valhalla. Did anyone mention ecstasy? Next, Fernanda Arrau takes us on a jubilant quest with "Calypso," a Caribbean infused booter that invites you to test your nicest footwork to the rhythm of a pounding Bassline.

Mala Ika amazed us with "Yumis Kopfstoß," a dynamic and turbine geared trance driver, featuring an electrifying bassline and sparkling melodies that twinkle like bulbs in the ceiling. On the other hand, Brolorizo slows down the tempo with "Leave Me Alone," a lush and playful track with a solid bassline and haunting chords that intertwine with delicate vocals, enveloping you in a soft silk you can't escape from.

InVertida takes control with "Retorno," a cyclic, minimalist, and mind-bending track. With its rumbling bassline and breezy synthesizers, this one gets inside your body without warning. From Guadalajara, SÜSS delivers a proper acid techno track with "The Sky Belongs To Everyone," where distorted beats and magnetic tones create an atmosphere that sends you straight to the asylum. Next, Hard Ton & Urvin June ft. Lilly Escuelita pleases us with an instant classic, "Operating Worldwide," a house track with introspective, deep, and sophisticated sounds.

To land off the compilation, we have "Trippy Candy" by pack leader Mystery Affair. It is a percussive, slightly dark recording featuring melting noises and classic stab house elements. "Muy Divas Vol. 1" will be available starting from June 30th on all digital platforms.

Muy Divas, Vol. 1 - Curated By Mystery Affair

Calypso

Fernanda Arrau - Calypso (Original Mix)

Release date: 8 December 2023

The latest compilation album in COD3 QR's "Artist Cod3" series is, as always, focused on eclecticism, open-mindedness, divergence and non-conformity.  The usual wide range of electronic music is featured with Drum & Bass don Calibre opening up the release with Dub, followed by Techno from Seroplexx and Costello, a more Detroit style vibe from Jim Rivers, Deep House from Subground_3000, while Marcellus, and Melatron & Ancient Artefacts complete the vinyl package with Leftfield beats.   

Bonus digital tracks come from Subground_3000 once more, plus some melodious Techno from Oliver Way & Dany Rodriguez.

All the tracks have been handpicked by Laurent Garnier and Scan X.

COD3 QR wants to remain free of all expectations and all prejudices because only one thing counts: the music, The Music, THE MUSIC in every shape and form!

Cod3 QR 015

Subground 3000 'Little Reminder'

Experience the captivating blend of dark disco and indie dance in Yoram's latest EP, 'Taijitu,' marking the SUW026 release on Side Up Works.

This three-track journey features hypnotic melodies, pulsating beats, and an irresistible groove that transcends boundaries. From the title track's enigmatic balance to the infectious energy of 'Marangu' and Martin Noise's stellar remix, this EP is a testament to Yoram's artistry, offering a mesmerizing sonic adventure.
SUW :
https://www.instagram.com/sideupworks/
https://soundcloud.com/sideupworks

Yoram :
https://www.instagram.com/yoram_nl/
https://soundcloud.com/dj-yoram 
https://www.beatport.com/artist/yoram/214866

BUY on BEATPORT

PREMIERE : Yoram - Marangu

Introducing @forbiddenfruit87 ‘Late Night Strut’ EP on WeZienWel Records. Inspired by 80s Boogie and Disco tracks, he brings a fresh and juicy touch to the scene with this new EP. Get lost in the rhythms of the night as Forbidden Fruit serves up a cocktail of vocoders, funky synthesizers and an irresistible blend of laidback and uptempo grooves. Whether you're taking a late night strut through the city or hitting the dance floor at your favorite club, this will be the perfect soundtrack. Close your eyes, let your mind wander, and your feet will follow.

Available on all platforms: https://li.sten.to/latenightstrut
Follow Forbidden Fruit on Instagram: www.instagram.com/forbiddenfruit.toontitle

All tracks written/produced/mastered by Forbidden Fruit

Forbidden Fruit - Late Night Strut

Black Spuma - Pendio Acid -  Franz Scala Remix

Canadian supergroup Age Of Wonders:

miniski - Jon Yesmaniski
(1/2 jON2 - ROAM/Emerald & Doreen)
Vancouver, BC Canada
-soundcloud.com/djminiski
-facebook.com/djminiski

Johnny Posh - Jonathan Winters
(Random Collective/Shango Records - 1/2 jON2)
Calgary, AB Canada
-soundcloud.com/johnny-posh
-facebook.com/JohnnyPosh

Mixol - Mitch Vavra
Calgary, AB Canada
-soundcloud.com/mixol

RJ Maxwell - John Maxwell
(ROAM)
Calgary, AB Canada
-soundcloud.com/rjmaxwell
-facebook.com/johnmaxwellmusic

Miniski - Against The Odds (Original Mix)

Supernova

Jungle Bird

ENDLESS | OCEAN

Download: https://redders1.bandcamp.com/album/ride-the-tiger-free-download

Fast Lane - Ride The Tiger LP (432htz Tuned)

Deep in the fantasy he found himself buried between books and parliamentary papers. He was attempting to solve a riddle as to the whereabouts of the guns of rixdorf but little insight was to be gathered upon this evening it seemed. The little candle flickered abruptly on the mantlepiece and sizzled into the abyss upon the breath of wind. He was surrounded by little but the night and the cold crackle of a stereo. All of a sudden a great voice beckoned down the corridor. 

Franz Matthews returns to release a new EP on the much loved Days Of Being Wild record label.

PREMIERE: Franz Matthews - Guns Of Rixdorf [Days Of Being Wild]

We are happy to announce the debut EP Portuguese-Italian Vhyce. After his track „Back To Where I Never Was“ on a well received Lost Tapes Vol. 4, he is no stranger to the AEON camp anymore. Known from his releases on Catz N’ Dogz „Pets Recordings“, the young producer delivers a stunning 4 track EP with the title „These Words“.

Vhyce has a very characteristic sound design, which makes his simple and almost minimalistic, but catchy tunes so special; Though always trying to add something new to his repertoire. Like on the title track „These Words“ it was one of the first few attempts for him to sing some vocals on his own instrumentals. „While not being good at singing, I think it really set you free to be able to express your ideas yourself without relying on someone else understanding of your vision,“ he claims.

The track is built around an arpeggiated bass line oscillating between two sequences thats progressively build tension without being too obvious. The lyrics „These words have no meaning“ fell mysterious and open to interpretation. 
 
On the remix duty there’s no one less but „Chicken Lips“ legend Andrew, better known as The Emperor Machine. He stripped back the original to a more funky & grooving rework.  “The plan was to create something that keeps the same emotion as the original mix but still feels different enough without changing direction too much & I think I managed to achieve that”, Andrew says. And yes, what a musical masterpiece he delivered!

„Strive for Ego“ is an attempt to fuse „Can“ & „Neu!“ Krautrock influences into a club track“, says Vicente. Constantly driving forward, with perfect temper and timing to rise tension and built up energy Track title refers to the lyrics... „I’m nobody“.

„Old You“ has a more traditional Italo Disco feel. The „happy“ sounding bass line is counterbalanced with rough and psychedelic analog leads, reminding of traveling through time and space in a 80‘s Sci-Fi movie. The vocoded lyrics shall „refer to an hate-love relationship with your old you....Maybe because it „holds you“, Vhyce describes.

These Words

These Words (The Emperor Machine Version 54 Dub

Vhyce - These Words (The Emperor Machine Version 54 Dub)

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