On ne sait jamais trop à quoi s'attendre avec le DJ marseillais, mais on est assuré de danser fort.

Lion's Drums - juin 2023

This was a solid like no other, a chemical with properties so powerful it might ignite and power the very core of the earth itself. Deep beneath us all it was there, under the very ground on which we walked day by day, a forgotten compound which facilitated the very existence of us all.

The planet continued to spin, a small bulb in an otherwise chaotic and expansive universe. What else was out there was not known but the rock upon which we stand was as solid and as good a guess as any as to the chemical energy which made us all.

Deep cobalt, it kept us all afloat.

Kyle Hall remains one of the most innovative producers in the Dance and Electronic music circuit – pushing the sensibilities and limitations of House and Techno through experimental use of dusty sounds and grooves. The Detroit artist moves firmly forward with a faster paced EP built for the faster dancefloors.

Cosmic Touch EP

PREMIERE: Kyle Hall - Cobalt [Apnea]

AutoClub - Apparition EP (KAJUNG010)
BUY LINK: https://kajungarecords.bandcamp.com
Label: Kajunga Records (https://soundcloud.com/kajunga)
https://www.instagram.com/kajungarecords/
Release date : 22nd September 2023

‘An Apparition’ introduces the hazy feeling of AutoClub’s ‘Apparition’ EP with a thundering kick, dubbed-out chords, and a mysterious vocal sample topped off with a funky 303 interlude. The A2 track, ‘CoupCoup’, then builds late-night suspense with looming strings and chords driven by deep, groove-soaked percussion.

‘Molecular’ kicks off the B side with eerie vocal samples and gorgeous, otherworldly synth work, held together with a heavy broken beat and a morphing acid line. This is before ‘It’s You’ summarises the EP’s concept with a mesmerising exploration through propulsive percussion, deep bass and immersive, evolving chords. Lastly, ‘Delos Infidelity’ joins the release as a digital bonus with smooth, dreamlike melodies and detailed, interlaid grooves.

Mike McClure and Craig Lambert form AutoClub. Craig, known as Midnight Music Club, and McClure, going by the alias of Autokinetic, join forces to create modern music rooted in old-school sound through live performance, blending futuristic electronic music with refreshing human qualities. They now land on Kajunga Records, a label with a discography spanning the left-field recordings of artists such as Lonefront, Heckadecimal, Ryote, and Lambert’s Midnight Music Club.

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PREMIERE : AutoClub - Molecular

A brotherhood of the broke and groovy, Brokers are a Brussels/Leuven-based DJ duo consisting of Oswald Moris and peje. Expect mind-expanding jazz, soul, funk, disco & beyond...all vinyl!


Brokers @ Kiosk Radio 24.09.2023

@maxyemusic oscillates between Chicago, Berlin and Lagos in a house-y atmosphere with strong influences of world, disco and bass music, taking her audience on sonic journeys through countries and eras.

Catch Maxye every 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month, from 18h to 19h [CET] on rinse.fr

Rinse France Podcast

MAXYE BEST OF B2B MANGABEY - 05 Octobre 2023

JTS w/ Mr Roarke & Toaka - 07.10.23

This series has seen us team up with Pirate Studios to spotlight artists and challenge them to a quick fire mix showcasing as many blends, transitions, tips and tricks as possible in a short time. 

Next up is ELLES, a familiar face in the London underground music scene who has released music on the likes of Naive and Love On The Rocks. A wicked DJ and a talented producer, she is set to release new music and has just launched her own new label, Emotional Intel.
Her music sits precariously placed between a number of styles and genres, yet cannot necessarily be pigeon holed. At times it's dark and pensive, at others it's light and euphoric. It's all mood based and as reflective as much of ELLES own character and emotion as it is in an attempt to be one thing or another. 

This mix and interview was recorded at Pirate Studios in Dalston and showcases a playful, versatile approach to DJ'ing - something which ELLES is keen to cement in the idea that the role of a DJ is to soundtrack a moment or experience in time. The dancefloor is the place to let loose and this mix celebrates that.

The Pirate Hotmix: ELLES

Seduce your ears with the latest and greatest in contemporary electronic music.
With Mystigrix as your guide, explore the limitless possibilities of sound as we flirt with different genres and discover unique sounds.
Find new love on a casual rendezvous with special guests who will share their unique perspectives on the world of electronic music.

Met UrbnMowgli (@urbnmowgli) in his studio to chat about his label, the rave scene, his musical background and more. He supplied me with a stellar selection for this month's episode of Flirt.

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and our host @mystigrix

Flirt w/ UrbnMowgli | BRL-031223

A hypnotic tribute to Berlin’s legendary Sisyphos, “sisy sunrises” celebrates the spirit of the city’s club culture—freedom, euphoria, and endless nights that fade into light. Released on Sin Alma’s birthday, the track marks a personal milestone and a reflection of growth: a love letter to Berlin, to music, and to the journey so far.

sisy sunrises

Sin Alma - sisy sunrises (club mix)

drug addict

RT 032 - Track 02

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.