For its eighth release Griffé welcomes Rambal Cochet aka https://soundcloud.com/volta-cab. The prolific electronic producer has been on the circuit for more than ten years and has explored a wide musical spectrum: from house to techno and new wave to electro. More recently his productions have taken a more progressive & trancey turn. On "Unknown Pharmacy" the producer is blending some trancey dancefloor weapons (Pharmacom & Muscle Fields) with crazy breaks (Autismo1) and a downtempo track (Underworld) to close the record in a calmer note. Out June 10th.

Pre-order:
https://chatnoir-store.com/release/1651136479/Rambal-Cochet-Unknown-Pharmacy

Release Date: 10/06/2022

All tracks written and produced by Rambal Cochet
Mastered by Sodasound Studio
Manufactured by Kuroneko Phonogram Manufacture
Distributed by yours truly

Rambal Cochet - Unknown Pharmacy (GRFF008)

Bogotà born and raised DJ and producer Nicolas Duque has been lighting up the scene following a string of VA contributions and his perfect pop-tinged UKG debut EP on Breaks ‘N’ Pieces’. Since then Duque has gone on to release music that flirts with nostalgia and contemporary electronics on Dansu Discs, Magic Carpet and Limousine Dream sublabel Nug-Net, merging house with various UK flavours. Now he makes his debut on SITU Records with a futuristic four track EP demonstrating his fluidity between genres, this time opting for 4/4 kickdrums and pleasure-seeking bleeps. 

The sound of swinging hi-hats and classic bass notes churn as the record starts to spin, before distant electronics and crowd roaring grooves take hold in opening track ‘Ritmos Contundentes’. ‘The Unforbidden Track’ is the perfect follow up, this time introducing acidic leads and festival ready chords brimming with warmth and light. The Aptly titled ‘Ting-a-ling’ opens the B-side in a playful mood, with optimistic melodies racing at full steam ahead. The record comes to a close with ‘Midnight Library’ encompassing everything that makes this record great; the combination of mischievous, yet light-hearted grooves built perfectly around an interchanging melody.

>> @nicolasduque

Misdirection EP

SITU - 888 // Nicolas Duque - Misdirection EP

For the third time this month the place was had been ransacked. There was shattered glass everywhere, the curtains had been slashed to pieces, and clothes lay strewn across the floor. It was almost as chaotic as the thoughts that clouded his mind; maybe he'd brought this mess on himself? Perhaps his actions had sealed his fate and he'd simply have to deal with the consequences? Again. He knew the aftermath would be catastrophic but he prayed this would be the last time he'd be punished...

Under his given name Mexican producer Alex Aguayo has made a name for himself through his dark, synth-driven electronics which have formed releases on the likes of Paradiso Records, Fucanglong Files, Night Noise and more. His other alias Mahkina is more focused on trance-tinged sounds, moving between slow burners, progressive goodness and straight-up euphoria. So far he's released EPs on for Haunted Space and U're Guay, and now he's hopping across the pond to Barcelona via Argentina imprint Diffuse Reality for his debut long player which brings together all those flavours in one.

PREMIERE: Mahkina - Aftermath [Diffuse Reality]

He had the skills, that much was clear. As he walked through the door everybody would look and stare as he meandered slowly through the diner with a kind of swagger not typically associated with your average street cat. He’d worked hard to earn his respect in the street – hustling hard wasn’t easy as the underdog.

However, that didn’t mean that there weren’t some pesky type characters who might never seen him for more than the high tech low life he really was.

As the music played loud he’d wave and smile from time to time at the passers by gazed and glanced at his meticulous demeanour and banging persona.

Remotif is back with a bang. A new EP on space lab roars triumphantly and takes us higher channeling progressive influences from Trance and beyond. This one is quite the trip…

PREMIERE: Remotif - Hi Tek Lo Life [space lab]

The second Expedition Community VA compilation is finally here. The name of the compilation is "CONTRAST".

One of the standout features of this compilation is its incredible diversity. It spans across genres like electronic, house, techno, trance, electro, breakbeat and ambient.
Each track is a new chapter in the story, with its own unique characters and plot twists.
Twenty-three talented producers with twenty-four tracks.
Two things that surely connect them are unstoppable passion for music and the aim to support Ukraine.
Each amount received from sales will go to help people affected by the war, but also to support the Ukrainian army.
Big thanks to every musician for the great tracks.

Release date: 15.09.2023
Format: Digital
Label: Expedition Community
Artist: @zenwerk

gfx: Sviatoveta
mastering: Malk

Feel the Contrast!

Zenwerk - Paul

The second episode of the new Moscow-based imprint Spazio is coming hot! After the super 12-track debut VA published in March this year, the Russian label – creative team, and party series – brings to light its very first EP. Doing the honours, Pavel Fedoseev aka KIKOK and his "Cacao Beach" featuring three Summer-infused originals and two spot-on remixes made with love by Moonoton and Yakovets.

Hailing from Perm, a Russian city close to the Ural Mountains and home to rare snow leopards and Amur tigers, KIKOK has solid works published on Magnetron Music, Electric Shapes, and Spazio itself. The mastermind behind the remix we selected to premiere, Andrey Moonoton, in turn, is an ex-member of St. Petersburg duo Andrei & Eleanora. Now stationed in Moscow, his eclectic 80s/90s-soaked sonority has been published on Permanent Vacation, Tigers On A Leash, IDA, and... drum roll, please... Spazio!

For his take on the title track, Moonoton started to administer his magic touch by tweaking the BPM (from 126 to 130) and then adding heavy doses of percussive elements. The biting arpeggios plus the 90s-ish frenzied aura he introduced brought even more drive to his version and the result is definitely one of the highlights of the release.

You can find (and buy) this and other music pearls on the Bandcamp page of the label: https://spazio.bandcamp.com/music

Follow @kikok_audio, @moonoton and @spaziolabel, peeps!

PREMIERE553 // KIKOK - Cacao Beach (Moonoton Remix)

"Unreleased Territory" evokes the allure of uncharted domains waiting to be explored, whether in the physical world or within oneself. It embodies the spirit of adventure and curiosity, beckoning individuals to venture beyond familiar boundaries into realms yet to be discovered. These unexplored territories may manifest as untapped potential, undiscovered talents, or uncharted landscapes waiting to reveal their secrets. Embracing the journey into Unreleased Territory is an invitation to embrace uncertainty, confront challenges, and uncover hidden treasures that await those brave enough to embark on the expedition of self-discovery and exploration.

https://soundcloud.com/alek-lee-music

Low Voltage⚡️Alek Lee - Human Error

Fever (Original Mix)

Buy on bandcamp

Red Richards & Raico - Say Goodnight

Say Goodnight

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