This Is Our Time welcomes & embraces Dj Chrysalis from Melbourne into its ranks with a tight hug upon his new EP, 'Just Passing Through'. For this release, Chris' mantra was 'the garden is in charge, we're just passing through', consequently, it's not merely an invitation to dance, but to a cheerful escape from the urban hustle.

The EP opens with 'Breathe', a meditative pacesetter that, right from the start, encourages you to embrace being the instrument of the notes and rhythm flowing through you. A playful backbone for any cleverly constructed dj set. We follow it up with the happy-go-lucky stomper that is 'The Day After Techworld', imagining a stroll along the banks of the Yarra River with this one, making our way to an after-party for Melbourne tech-heads.

As we reach the B-side, we aim for the higher state of minds with 'Babycake.' Fluttering breaks and dominant acidic pads balance amidst the heavy dripping of sound drops. This is the last dance of the dawn, knock the chip out of your third eye. After our dance, we are closing our garden gate with 'Overthunk (Big Dub Blub)' a reverb-drunk dubby trip, where we lie down on the grass and listen to fuzzy bird calls answering strings plucked underwater.

Just Passing Through (TIOT-DIGI5)

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PREMIERE : DJ Chrysalis - Babycake

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Kreggo - Swaying - Nous'klaer 036 (previews)

They gathered beneath the floodlights, their motors lined up in sequential spaces as crowds began to gather for an evening of entertainment. The legitimacy of such an evening might be called into question, yet that hadn’t turned off the onlookers who had been promised an evening of fast paced, high octane entertainment beneath the fog of darkness and clouds of smoke.

They were on the outskirts of the city, fast cars revving their engines furiously, cementing a swagger and a sense of purpose which could not be found in day to day life.

Soon it would be time for the wild machines to step off, blast off and race into the distance. There would only be one winner and some may not return.

LT is one of the UK’s most exciting producers at present, drawing upon influences from IDM, Hardgroove and House music in equal measure. His approach often focusses on the use of deep, emotive pads which are underpinned by fast paced grooves.

PREMIERE: LT - Step Off [Tech Startup]

@CARREO
@priori-ties
@fastatwork

https://fastatwork.bandcamp.com/album/soft-fascination

Deep within the humdrum of the freeway buzz and eternal traffic of dystopian Los Angeles, there exists an unstoppable sonic gathering of minds, determined to spread a gospel believing that higher BPMs are not necessarily synonymous with harsh escapist mentalities and homogenous vibes. Lately however, as the belief system and community members have musically evolved, there has been some debate about the viability and true existence of this mantra. Is “Fast Not Hard” a sustainable ethos, guiding us towards the ultimate truth?

Just as the issue began to climax, seemingly out of nowhere, a helicopter emerged, containing a capsule from the future (or possibly aliens). Within this capsule was physical, musical, fundamental proof of the durability of their belief system – a bible of sorts, with all the thoughts and debates and beliefs and ideals of the group members mechanically infused into a shiny black disc of three original musical offerings. Upon digesting the capsule’s creed, the group accepted the music as scripture, and coined it “Soft Fascination,” – an emotional reflection of their fast-not-hard form of fundamentalism – and named group member Carré as their first chosen matriarch.

pi pi pi premiere: Carré - Soft Fascination (Priori Mechanical Dub) [Fast At Work]

Ophélie, a French Berlin DJ and radio host for Refuge Worldwide, introduces their inaugural release on Hundert Records titled "Pipa Pipa". Drawing inspiration from the early days of Jungle and Drum and Bass labels like Moving Shadows, Ophélie offers their unique interpretation of the atmospheric aspect of this genre. By blending deep, soothing chords with a timeless drum arrangement, they craft an auditory journey that transcends the dance-floor.

PREMIERE : Ophélie - Pipa Pipa

The car accelerated quickly forward as it moved between gears. On either side he could see faces flashing by as the pace grew faster and faster. It was dark in the distance, soon the crowds would cease and he would be left with only the other racers for company.

He could hear the engine roaring beneath him, it was strained and mighty.

Smoke billowed from exhausts, then it all went dark as they hit the end of the tunnel and returned to the night.

Guava holds no punches with a new EP for Faux Poly, this one is a bass focussed affair with rising synths, frenetic energy and a sense of immeasurable tension. This will do damage in the clubs. Be warned.

Afterglow [FP008]

PREMIERE: Guava - F641 [Faux Poly]

Skee Mask - ISS010

A. Dub Schneider
B1. Dachtekker
B2. Matchpoint
C1. Double Standard
C2. The Bills
D1. Stomp
D2. Small Stone S700

ISS010 SKEE MASK - ISS010

Liebus had his first release on the Holding Hands Submerged label a couple of years ago now with four killer eyes down cuts and now he’s stepping up on the main label with some serious peak time action.

Every track hits you straight in the chest and should send any hardened dancefloor warrior into fits of gun fingers and stank faces. Believe me, I’ve seen the evidence myself on many occasions when I’ve been testing these out in clubs over the last few years.

Stand back and take notice because Liebus has arrived and he’s taking no prisoners.

Buy: https://holdinghandsrecords.bandcamp.com/album/noise-protocol-ep

Artist: @liebusmusic
Label: @holdinghandsrecords

PREMIERE: Liebus - Noise Protocol [Holding Hands]

Deep Enuv - 1200 (Original Mix)

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Four years since the release of the bass-heavy 'Lemma1' EP, Norwegian born producer Tobias Sørensen Urhaug aka O.M. Theorem and label head Aarti Kriplani line up the first of two remix packages, delivering two VIP reworks and a pair of weighty remixes from Bristol-based producer Ossia and Sex Tags Mania kingpin DJ Sotofett...In the case of this remix EP, we're treated to two fresh interpretations of 'Lemma1-B2'. DJ Sotofett's remix delivers an armada of club-soaked bass oscillations, minimal synth arpeggios courtesy of LNS and space-echoed lyrics from Ghanaian artist Ekowmania. There's no doubt that this remix could easily become an anthem at this years edition of Notting Hill Carnival.

@omtheorem

Corollary1

Lemma1 (DJ Sotofett Remix feat. LNS & Ekowmania)

O.M.Theorem - Lemma1 (DJ Sotofett Remix feat. LNS & Ekowmania) [O.M.Theorem]

READ > inverted-audio.com/premiere-sunju-hargun-मूलानि

Following news last month of Qilla Records 35-track compilation ‘Chakravyūh‘, today we premiere the closing track produced Siamese Twins co-founder Sunju Hargun...Our pick from the compilation is ‘मूलानि‘ by Sunju Hargun. Blurring the lines between dark ambient and trance, ‘मूलानि’ features hypnotic tabla drum work interwoven with celestial chants, ultra-filtered synths and space-echoed vocals, resulting in a meditative dancefloor trip delving into the depths of contemporary psychedelia.

@sunjuhargun
@qilla

Chakravyūh

Sunju Hargun - मूलानि [Qilla]

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PREMIERE: LT - Step Off [Tech Startup]

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