Digital Seduction

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Biologic Records present a thirteen-track compilation to raise funds for SOS MEDITERRANEE, a European, maritime-humanitarian organisation for the rescue of life in the Mediterranean. It was founded by European citizens who chartered the rescue vessel Aquarius in order to save people in distress in the Central Mediterranean – the world’s most deadly migration route.

SOS Méditerranée works as a European association with teams in Germany, France, Italy and Switzerland in a European network, jointly financing and operating the rescue ship Aquarius, which has been in continuous operation since February 2016 in international waters between Italy and Libya. The medical care has been provided by Doctors without Borders since May 2016. Since launching they have welcomed more than 28,000 refugees aboard the Aquarius.

Participating in the compilation are a mix of Biologic regulars and newcomers alike.

SOS Méditerranée x Biologic Records is available July 20th as a digital-only release via Bandcamp. All profits will be donated.

https://biologicrecords.bandcamp.com/album/sos-m-diterran-e

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Panorama Channel - Bonfire

So here we are with Riotvan's second installment of the "Familiar Faces", showcasing what's happening with the label these days (a lot), making label-residents shake hands and welcome affiliated folks to the syndicate. Although this is a 'various artists'-format, the here gathered stylistic approaches and track-turned mindsets make a strikingly coherent body of work. Just another evidence of how Riotvan has evolved into a renowned think tank of likeminded artists and indicator of state of the art sonic bliss. 

Kicking off we find Perel immersing in yet another synth-driven stream, seeking continuation to her latest, widely praised full length-cycle, but this time bypassing Venus or rather "Super Venus" while floating off to other otherworldly dimensions.

Next in line are Black Spuma, i.e. Lauer and Fabrizio Mammarella, demonstrating via "Drumbaeck" what a match in Neo-Disco-heaven they are. A highly energetic beat, laying the grounding for a cheerful synth-hook and harmonies you won't get out of your head anytime soon.

Same goes for "Tropical Redux", the follow up by none other than Panthera Krause. A particularly elated affair, carried out by a funked up bassline and a catchy string-theme, sticking its neck out in Disco-realms, while maintaining a primetime-adjusted groove.

At this point it's about time for a premiere. Say hi to New Hook, an all-female power-force with their debut release. "FXART" comes as a well-versed exercise in reviving frigid 80ies leanings with a contemporary urgency and attitude. And that's just a glimpse on what's to come from Linda, Ilka and Juliane.

Chinaski, definitely no stranger to the Riotvan family, is taking on the 80ies vibe and hands in "Zeichen der Zeit", an unhasting ride through various galaxies, combining nostalgic synth-aesthetics with spaced out futurism.

Closing things off, it's label-mainstay Jennifer Touch cutting deep with "Bleed", an almost existentially emotive composition, exploring spiritual abysses lyrically, re-modelling emotional chaos within the overtones of the arrangement and even trimming things down to physical functionality within the track's progression.

"Familiar Faces Nº2" will be out end of October 5th on Vinyl and digital formats, both being distributed by Muting The Noise. Artwork courtesy of Karen from Studio M21N.

www.riotvan.de

Familiar Faces Nº2

Zeichen der Zeit

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Chinaski - Zeichen Der Zeit (Snippet)

Free DL - 
https://autarkic.bandcamp.com/track/the-historical-clock-autarkic-edit

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The Historical Clock (Autarkic Edit)(DL Via Bandcamp)

Rounding off the fantastic EP by Alma & Mater is HADE’s BELGIUM MIX of the title track, which perfectly compliments the other remix (by ADA) by going in the opposite direction. Instead of smoothing off the edges he exposes them even more, adding sampled old-school bass and drum sounds with a twinkle in the eyes.

https://soundcloud.com/ancient-future-records
https://soundcloud.com/almamater2012
https://soundcloud.com/hade-1

Out on vinyl on May 8th, digital on May 10th!

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PRÉMIÈRE: Alma & Mater - Susan (HADE´s Belgium Mix) [Ancient Future Now]

The car gathered speed, picking up dust as it hurtled down the road. Time didn't seem to matter when they were on the road. They had nowhere to be, no commitments or prior engagements to worry about. Now, the thrill of the chase was the only thing that kept them alive. They didn't know what they were chasing or where they'd end up. They just had to keep moving. 

A close part of London party Snap, Crackle & Pop's family, Frenchman Mondowski makes his long-awaited full debut on their label arm with his Sholay EP. Having lent a hand on production duties for the label's inaugural and fourth releases, his solo debut sees him explore a more club-orientated sound than his previous post-punk and new wave inspired releases for both Ombra International and Relish Recordings. 

Title song 'Sholay' is certain to transcend dancefloors, bringing together 80s electro influences, driving synths and deftly sourced samples while the B-Side showcases the darker side of Mondowski's productions. The title track and the flip get the rework treatment from Pinkman's Kris Baha and Multiple Man respectively, each putting their signature spin on the originals.

PREMIERE: Mondowski - Sholay [Snap, Crackle & Pop]

B1] Stijn Sadée - Satin [Manfredas remix]

Emerging once more to grace the world of dance music with his luxury laden offerings, Paradise Palms Records are proud to present the next dastardly release from Edinburgh’s Jacuzzi General.

On the b side, IKEA - a downtempo psychedelic interpretation of modern consumerism. Doused in Phrygian dominant scales, droning sequencers and dark vocal hypnosis - Ikea is a tripped out audio delight. 

Aqua Palace is released 14th of February on Paradise Palms Records with artwork by Xavier Schipani. Distributed digitally by EPM and 
 mastered by the lovely Sam at the Green Door Studios.

https://soundcloud.com/paradise-palms
https://soundcloud.com/jacuzzigeneral

PRÈMIÉRE: Jacuzzi General - IKEA  [Paradise Palms]

From the wild streets of Guadalajara directly to your ears a new reference of Playground Records has arrived. In this opportunity the master of ceremony will be Die Jungle with an EP which includes 3 original productions plus a groovy re-interpretation of the whole release
by the great Scottish MR TC.

‘Saudade’ is the last original mix of this launch. This time the groovy bassline is surrounded by organic percussion which brings some fresh air to this mystical trip. Anyway the madness say hi with crazy modulations. The jungle captures us. Now we dance lost in a wet and warm joy.

https://soundcloud.com/diejungle
https://soundcloud.com/playgroundrecords

PRÈMIÉRE: Die Jungle - Saudade [Playground Records]

PREMIERE - Via Tirana - Casio O (Arvin Fajar remix) [Olimpiada Records]  


Seventh release on Olimpiada Records is the 3 track 'Remixes EP' from the Brighton (uk) based electronic indie-dance Via Tirana.

This EP is a follow up to the album 'Dave The Machine' released early this May.  
     
Featuring three remixes by Indonesian producer Arvin Fajar, Tirana (al) based Uj Pa Gaz and the Brighton (uk) duo AK/DK.  

Mastered by Rich Lane at Cotton Bud Mastering.  Out Nov 5. 

https://olimpiadarecords.bandcamp.com/
https://www.facebook.com/olimpiadarecords
https://www.facebook.com/viatirana 
https://www.facebook.com/cottonbudmastering

Olimpiada Records

[ PREMIERE ]  -  Via Tirana - Casio O (Arvin Fajar Remix)

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