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Mixes, Remixes, Features and Premieres

Bed of Roses returns with a new release from dear friend Not Branimir.

Not Branimir is the new project from Byrd Out label boss Stephen Vitkovitch. The ‘Asquith Window’ EP is the culmination of work over a series of snatched moments between childcare, a part-time job, and running the label - ‘windows’ if you like. Underpinned by Roland's legendary 808 Drum Machine, the overlaying 303, Kaossilator, and more, the tracks celebrate the possibility of creation using freely available tools. Stephen called in a favour with Byrd Out artist, Greek electronic wizard Anatolian Weapons, to remix the title track, and his ‘Acid Take’, replete with added chanting, is a proper chug daddy!

https://soundcloud.com/byrdout
https://soundcloud.com/anatolianweapons
https://soundcloud.com/bed_of_roses-1

PREMIERE⚡️Not Branimir - Asquith Window (Anatolian Weapons Acid Take) [Bed Of Roses]

Rafiki Feat. Tara Lily - Black Smoke

Slow-motion dubbed-out death disco ACID across the galaxy from the ever excellent @zillasonacid on Neubau...

https://www.theransomnote.com/music/premieres/premiere-zillas-on-acid-mars-hum-neubau-vienna/

FULL DETAILS

PREMIERE: Zillas On Acid - Mars Hum [Neubau]

The second edition of this vital series features world-renowned talents such as Benjamin Fröhlich, Venice Arms aka Curses, Massimiliano Pagliara, Zombies in Miami, label founder Jorkes, and many more.

Queer Base is a charity in Vienna that offers social and legal counselling to LGBTQI+ refugees who arrive in Austria, including providing help with court cases, finding housing, community events, organising German lessons, HIV/STI testing, and more. Further details can be found at https://queerbase.at/.

This tastefully curated selection traverses the electronic spectrum in style. Polygonia opens with supple and trippy minimal on 'Cheeky Seduction' and things build through dubby, stripped-back analogue grooves from HCL, typically bright, jacked-up, and synth-heavy sounds from Massimiliano Pagliara on 'Distant Memory' and retro-future disco-house from Benjamin Fröhlich. CYRK's 'Fade 2 Gay' is a slow-motion and moody dark disco chugger before Gunce Aci picks it up with some skyward arps and slap-funk drums on 'Whatever It Takes.'

Elsewhere Zombie Affair, aka Zombies in Miami & Mystery Affair, offer the body-popping electro-disco of 'Girl, You Got Me', Panooc's 'Pellucid' is a throwback and sensual vocal house cut and Lydia Eisenblätter brings all out piano house joy to 'What Is Love' before the closer from Mala Ika is another celebratory cut full of hands in the air synths and joyous drums.

This compilation is not only an essential listen but also an essential project that highlights and supports the vital work undertaken by Queer Base. The artwork was created by label creative powerhouse Daniel Rajcsanyi, and the LP was mastered by Blackheadstudios.

Bandcamp

Jorkes - Sissification

https://soundcloud.com/altered-view-music
https://soundcloud.com/justinrobertson-deadstock
https://soundcloud.com/kilshamusic
🛒 https://www.beatport.com/release/this-robot-society-ep/4590645
🔊 https://youtu.be/6kfeQY45haM

Altered View, aka Johnny Area and Johnny Midnight, conceived this project deep in secluded UK woodland back during the pandemic lockdowns. It fuses electronic music with dark disco, post-punk, dub, and psychedelic influences, with plenty of otherworldly magic. Their last EP, ‘Taken From The Outer Realm’, came on this label in November 2023 and is now backed up with another alluring four-tracker.

The fantastic 'For Now' kicks off with shimmering synth lines over snappy chug-disco drums. Sleazy vocals coated in layers of grime add some menace to the low-slung bass, while filthy guitar riffs and acidic details further heighten the trip. 'We Come We See We Fall' has another crisp kick and snare combo and is run through with a warbling bassline and topped with some twinkling cosmic synth lines that will go down a storm with lovers of ALFOS. 'This Is Our Time' has jangling chords that recall the beautiful melancholy of The Cure over rugged drums and aloof vocal musings coated in tones of echo and reverb. 'Lost Inside' picks up the pace with faster rhythms interlaced with pulsating synths, soot-black riffs and more abstract vocal musings, this time with some busy synth arps adding the final touches to a tripped-out gem.

Deadstock 33s is Justin Robertson, a long-time UK staple, acid house veteran, dark disco innovator and all-around musical wizard with an enviable discography. His remix of 'We Come We See We Fall' layers in extra heavy dub, plenty of melon-twisting reverb and pixelated synths that rain down to psychedelic effect as the snappy drums march on.

Altered View's This Robot Society EP lands on Kilsha on June 24th.

Tracklist:

01 For Now
02 We Come We See We Fall
03 This Is Our Time
04 Lost Inside
05 We Come We See We Fall (Deadstock 33s remix)

This Robot Society

PREMIERE: Altered View - We Come We See We Fall (Deadstock 33s remix) [Kilsha Music]

They moved slowly across the desert sand, leaving a trail in their wake. The stars flickered up above against a deep coal sky, wispy and wondrous in the midst of the night. It might as well be night for the sun had never reached these parts, up on a distant planet far away from everything they’d ever known.

They’d been here for one week, amidst a barren landscape on the red ash. Perhaps this would one day become home but for now it felt as if everything was fighting against them in a bid to make them leave. Be it the cold wind of the morning or the raucous heat of the afternoon.

This was a wild world of a place.

DMX Krew continues his prolific form with the release of a new EP built upon deep, rugged, evil sounding electro for No Static / Automatic.

PREMIERE: DMX Krew - Non Euclidean Co-ordinates [No Static / Automatic]

https://soundcloud.com/mikeh
https://soundcloud.com/movpic
🛒 https://movingpicturesrecords.bandcamp.com/album/sailing-to-valinor-v-a-compilation
🔊 https://youtu.be/FivpDyx6HAw

The sea breeze caressed the sails as vessels set their course toward the mystical shores of Valinor. Guided by the whispers of the ocean and the wings of swift seagulls, the ships departed from the harbour. Enamoured by the vibrant palette of colours and sounds, the sailors found themselves surrounded by flocks of swift seagulls. The birds' feathers glistened in the rays of the setting sun, foreshadowing a clear and calm night of sailing to faraway lands.

Moving Pictures label resurges with its fifth various artists compilation, once again connecting artists from around the globe and entangling listeners in another sound odyssey. Artists from diverse musical backgrounds and cultures join forces, each contributing unique tracks to this diverse collection.

Tracklist: 

I. Ópalo - The Days in the Jaar
II. Roman Rai - Hypnoticon
III. Goodbye Mirage - Always a Different Way
IV. Fréquence Polaire - Arancini
V. Akero - Illusione
VI. Midub - Je Ráno
VII. TR900 - Clucck
VIII. Mike.H - Affective Consequences

PREMIERE: Mike.H - Affective Consequences [Moving Pictures]

https://soundcloud.com/user-130031806
🛒 https://komamusic.bandcamp.com/track/anything-from-the-trolley
🔊 https://youtu.be/lZNNepfDVLQ

Out on Nice People Dancing Records
“Anything from the trolley” is a mix between Breakbeat, textured IDM, psychedelic voices and dancefloor Bass music.

Part of the one track/month “Mixtape 23-24” of KŌMA project.

PREMIERE: KŌMA - Anything From The Trolley [NicePeopleDancingRecords]

https://soundcloud.com/issmmah1
https://soundcloud.com/sneakerdj
https://soundcloud.com/tribakrecords
🛒 https://tribak.bandcamp.com/album/templhof-visons-tz02
🔊 https://youtu.be/tq3Ovo_gqiU

Tribak proudly announces the release of "Poly07” by Berlin-based duo Issmmah (Dj Badre & Tropikal Camel) .
In this groundbreaking EP, Issmmah fuses Moroccan heritage with contemporary urban electronic sounds, ushering in a new era of diaspora music deeply rooted in the rhythms of North Africa.

Moroccan music has an unparalleled diversity, ranging from the sacred ceremonies of Isawiyya to the Berber pentatonic melodies. Issmmah´s mission is dedicated to the exploration of these lost traditions, revving them in a contemporary form.

The EP opens with "Poly07," tension-filled percussive atmosphere sets the stage for an immersive experience. To further enrich the offering, we decided to release multiple versions of the track, each offering a unique perspective , expanding upon the original version.

On remix duties for "Poly07" is the illustrious Sneaker Dj(Bordello A Parigi, Uncanny Valley), who transports the track into his enigmatic realm. With his signature style, Sneaker Dj incorporates movie samples, glitchy editing, and an uplifting synth bass, creating a remix that defies expectations and pushes the boundaries of electronic music.

"My Heart," a tribute to Moroccan Jewish culture. Based on a sample from an old tape featuring Rabbi David Bozaglo, a revered spiritual figure in the Moroccan Jewish world, this track pays homage to his contributions to Arabic Jewish poetry and music. Through "My Heart," Issmmah resurrects the essence of Bozaglo's artistry, offering a holy remix that resonates with the spirit of the Moroccan diaspora.

Issmmah's vision is reviving the lost past of Moroccan music while infusing it with a cutting-edge sensibility. Through their innovative approach, Issmmah breathes new life into ancient traditions, awakening the diaspora to a vibrant tapestry of sound and culture.

Tracklist: 

01 Issmmah- Poly07
02 Issmmah- Poly07+My Heart(Sneaker remix)
03 Issmmah- My Heart
04 Issmmah- Poly05
05 Issmmah- Poly09
06 Issmmah- My Heart(101 version)

PREMIERE: Issmmah - Poly07+My Heart (Sneaker Remix) [Tribak]

The water was still down by riverside, revellers had gathered on the banks to talk shop and reflect on what had been, the sky a puffy assortment of fairy like clouds which hovered overhead. It was a muted blanc, a trusting colour which promised stillness and peace throughout the evening.

The midweek blues had long since passed as they watched the boats go slowly past, indulging in pleasant conversation as the echo of laughter rolled downstream.

These were the nights when things went right.

Noire & Blanche release a well crafted EP made up of luxurious, deep textures which will soundtrack many a summers evening and moody basement we predict. House music very much as it was intended to be so.

Nights Over Melbourne EP

PREMIERE: Holo - Blanc [Noire & Blanche ]

Danish music-maker @KasperBjorke is swiftly becoming one of the hottest prospects in the electronic music world. He's just followed up last year's excellent album After Forever with a further LP, filled with remixes of tracks from the 2014 effort, catchily titled After Forever Revisited. This new album features remixes from @Colder_music , following his return to making music after a rather lengthy spell on the sidelines. To celebrate the album's release, we asked the pair to go head to head with the questions to help clear a few things up and open some doors.

If that weren't enough for you, we're also providing you with the first chance to hear @Mattkarmil 's remix of 'Into Smithereens'. You lucky bleeders. So sit yourself back and read on as Kasper Bjorke and Colder go Artist To Artist; http://www.theransomnote.co.uk/music/interviews/artist-to-artist-kasper-bjorke-colder/

Interview

PREMIERE: Kasper Bjorke - Into Smithereens (Matt Karmil Remix)

British-born nomad Matt Karmil never stays in one place too long, and that restless nature also defines much of his genre-hopping output. Fresh off the release of his largely ambient 'Will' album on Smalltown Supersound, Karmil has cued up a new, dancefloor-ready 'Sourced' EP for Aus Music. Ahead of its release on August 17, we debuted the emotive chords and shuffling groove of the record's title track on Red Bull Radio's First Floor, our weekly look at what's new in electronic music.

@mattkarmil
@ausmusic
http://redbullradio.com/shows/first-floor-shawn-reynaldo
http://redbullmusicacademy.com

Matt Karmil "Sourced" [First Floor Premiere]

Matt Karmil steps up on Aus Music with his new EP, ‘Sourced’. ‘Mods’ is a cold, minimal and absorbing deep groove to get lost in…

Read more: https://bit.ly/2M1SKzS

Premiere: Matt Karmil 'Mods'

Aus Music welcome the debut EP from, Matt Karmil. The EP follows his critically acclaimed LP on Smalltown Supersound. Matt delivers two classily edited cuts and two off kilter deeper tracks, a perfectly balanced EP with a track for all times and moods.

Matt Karmil 'K.O'

BUY: https://damswindle.bandcamp.com/album/high-life-the-remixes

After presenting Dam Swindle’s sophomore album High Life in 2018, we felt it was the right time to serve you up a tasty selection of remixes from all over the world and all over the sound palette. We’ve got some dub and boogie from Australia and the Netherlands, classic deephouse from Detroit, dark and dreamy deephouse from the UK and some high energy house from Germany. This set of remixes comes from 5 artists we hold in high regard and have made a serious impact on their part of the scene; some recently and some already a long time ago.

We invited Dutch techno -plot twist alert!- legend Steve Rachmad to come up with a re-interpretation of ‘Yes, no, maybe (feat. Tom Misch)’. His Sterac Electronics remix actually has nothing to do with techno but is an uplifting modern boogie version of the already funky original. Glimmering electronics, some added harmonics and a tight 80’s groove is what this version is all about. 

The A2 is reserved for Cinthie, who took the high energy afro funk track ‘Call of the wild (feat. Jungle by Night)’ and turned it into a full on house frenzy with solo’s all around and a groove that just keeps on going and going. 

The A side is completed with a remix by Jura Soundsystem, who has impressed many of us with his balaeric influenced synth-boogie, and dub on his own label ‘Isle of Jura’. Here, he chose to remix ‘High life (feat. Lorenz Rhode)’ and has done an excellent job in re-imagining the track into a tamed down, dreamy dub.

On the flip, there’s Matt Karmil’s take on one of the album’s beatless tracks ‘Ketama gold’. He goes in deep with some dusty drums and an arrangement that keeps on building and building, keeping the chord sequence from the track’s outro as a main loop and adding subtle FX, toms and acid hits and a final delivery where electronic cowbells up the energy level by a notch or two. 

We finish off the compilation with a moody deephouse re-interpretation of ‘Ex machina’ by Detroit legend Gari Romalis. The twisted machine funk of the original is craftfully replaced by a dusty house loop, dreamy pads and smart usage of the original’s drum effects to build momentum. 

This remix package brings a lovely new chapter into the story of ‘High Life’ and we hope you’ll enjoy these reworks as much as we do.
Yours Sincerely, 

Maarten & Lars.

BUY EP

Dam Swindle - Ketama gold (Matt Karmil Remix)

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Laurence Guy with Matt Karmil - 17 September 2019

Mix / Master / Music  : mattkarmil@gmail.com

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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: Kasper Bjorke - Into Smithereens (Matt Karmil Remix)

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