Dora was beautiful, her hair was long and elegant as she walked calmly towards the field of flowers. A few hours ago she had been flying in the sky, the deep radiant blue had seemed as if it might swallow the plane. However, now she was here, back on earth with her feet firmly rooted to the ground.

The clouds had rolled in, perhaps a reflection of her sombre mood. She stood all alone, a little lost amidst the radiant mirage of colours and pearly flowers which dazzled and disrupted the otherwise grey, beige background.

Perhaps she was one of them too, a bright flower amidst a hazy world.

Zillas on Acid are set to release a new EP on Jennifer Cardini and partner Noura Labbani’s record label Dischi Autumno. This one also features some killer remixes with the highlight coming in the form of a cinematic kraut inspired affair from Lo Kindre who does a spectacular job of reworking the original.

The Corinthian

PREMIERE: Zillas On Acid - Dora (Lo Kindre Remix) [Dischi Autunno]

She lay by the poolside, dipping her hands into the water as she wondered where her lover might be. It had been three days since he’d left her in the baking heat, stuck in a motel on the wrong side of town. She’d never dreamt it might have turned out like this? What with all the money, the wild nights and the excess. How had it all come crashing down around them all so horribly? Why was she the one all alone?

She’d never thought of herself as the jealous type before, perhaps it took strange circumstances to channel strange emotions. Jealousy was a funny thing..

Anyway, it was mid afternoon and her next client would be arriving shortly, she better get ready. Quick, whip it, fast, flash.

System Olympia and Tom Sharkett team up for a new track which channels all the emotions of a late night telephone call in the backstreets of a hot country far away. This one is for the jealous types, the late night lovers and their rendezvous.

PREMIERE: System Olympia & Tom Sharkett - Jealousy

https://soundcloud.com/flexicuts_wax
🛒 https://biglink.to/flex015
🔊 https://youtu.be/yQ6EjfPcQvU

Flexi Cuts is pleased to introduce Lazy Snail's new EP, Lucky Life. A truly valuable work, the result of time and research, where Alessandro (aka Lazy Snail) wanted to explore different sides of electronic music of an inner and mature nature at the same time.
Lucky Life is like going up to the attic and finding something precious to take care of; it sums up a long musical journey, from the past to the present, in five tracks full of meaning.
The first track, Remèrcier, is a tribute to 'dance' music, an intense talk over a hypnotic moog bass.
This is followed by Vagrants, dedicated to his hometown (Cudgnola), where we find an 808 rhythmic patterns as involving and beating as a walk in the rain.
The B-side opens with One Place, which features a vocal stunning collaboration with Flicker Fox, who brings the track into a techno universe with percussion and intimate echoes.
Climbin' High was inspired by Alessandro's passion and admiration for the mountains. He composed it imagining an extreme climb, and immediately afterwards an equally dangerous but necessary descent. Just like in reality.
The record ends with No Evil, an ambient-flavoured gem that opens on the climax in a riot of expert snares and synths.

Tracklist: 

Remercier
Vagrants (Cudgnôla)
One Place (feat. Flicker Fox)
Climbin’ High
No Evil

PREMIERE: Lazy Snail - Remercier [Flexi Cuts]

https://soundcloud.com/redasa
https://soundcloud.com/mustesnarecords
https://soundcloud.com/ransom-note-records
🛒 https://mustesnarecords.bandcamp.com/album/turkey-syria-earthquake-relief-comp-vol-2
🔊 https://youtu.be/YnLwT8uwhP8

A call from Turkey and the world to all music enthusiasts!

On February 6, 2023 Turkey and Syria were struck by two massive earthquakes (7,7 - 7,6 on the richter scale) in one day. The severity of the earthquake, the size of the area, the demographic and the large number of people being caught unprepared, combined with the harsh weather conditions, dramatically heightened the effects of this disaster. Since then a lot of local and global efforts have been put together to gather and transfer urgent help to the area, however these efforts are unfortunately inadequate in the face of the size of this catastrophic event. In a bid to help our country and its neighbours, Müstesna Records (TR) have decided to put together a relief compilation in collaboration with Ransom Note on their Dance Music From Planet Earth compilation label (UK).

As of now 48 artists from around the globe have contributed some of their beautiful work. The compilation will be released in two parts with the first part shared on Wednesday 1st March. If we all unite as music listeners, nightlife enthusiasts and all those in between, we will be stronger in size and strength.

Music brings us all together, regardless of our geographic location. We hope that everyone falling under this roof believes in sharing beautiful collective memories, as well as tragedies.

Please help us support the ones who believe that they are part of a global collective family so we can come together on better days…

The money raised from this campaign will be donated to birkirabiryuva.org/en/ (TR) and Molham Team (Syria).

Tracklist:

Jasmín - Antwerpen  
JD Twitch - Remember Brianna Ghey 
Jing Lekker - Whatever Swing 
Jtamul - Shopping Analogy  
Katerina - It's Been Rough Don't Give Up  
Khidja - We Jam 
 Kiara Scuro - Shy Love 
Konduku - Ince
 Mary Lake - Crazy Lace 
Mayo - City of Darkness 
Nene H - Kûn 
Nesa Azadikhah - Unexpected 
Odopt - Rescue Dogs
 Phaser Boys - My Mind
 PRZ - Metal
Que Sakamoto+NT - 鳩ポッポ Hatopoppo
 Reda Saiarh - Rare 80s 
Salih Topuz - Kundalini 
 semi - Dip
 Spekki Webu & Loek Freyy - Overflow
uase - Untitled
Una E11Even - Desert Duality  
Zillas On Acid - Eyes

Rare 80s

PREMIERE: Reda Saiarh - Rare 80s [Müstesna Records / Ransom Note Records] SNIPPET

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https://soundcloud.com/confused-machines
🛒 https://confusedmachines.bandcamp.com/album/for-huwara-cm21
🔊 https://youtu.be/UQ_8Tkny9VM

On 26 February, hundreds of Israeli settlers went on a violent late-night rampage in Huwara and other villages in the northern West Bank, leaving one local resident dead and 100 others injured and the town ablaze.

This compilation of music was put together in order to raise funds that can hopefully give some aid to the residents of Huwara, all of the proceeds Confused Machines make from digital sales will go directly to Physicians For Human Rights – Israel (PHRI) www.phr.org.il An NGO that works in the occupied Palestinian territory, promoting Palestinians' right to health and providing direct medical and humanitarian assistance.

The compilation hosts a roster of both local and international artists spanning a wide spectrum of leftfield electronic music. Acid, Drone, Noise, Downtempo, Techno, SoundCollage and more.
All of these tracks are new and have not been heard before, many of them have been created with Huwara and Palestine in mind.

Though we know our reach is limited, we see this as a part of a bigger political effort to help raise awareness in our artistic circles and set motion to positive forces in dark times.

Tracklist: 

1. Tai Rona - A Dad Fish From a Book
2. Dim Garden - Verboden Kracht
3. TLXCO - Doppia Negazione
4. Mule Driver - Pogrom
5. Kolette Hsu & Tamar Weiss - Can You Also Be Real
6. Jauzas The Shining - Fractional Difference
7. DJ Shatta - Where Were You?
8. Call The Boy - Prophets of the Hatred
9. Marco Segato - Rescue Dog
10. Ian Martin - Hypnosis
11. Yotam Natan & Rina - Zanav
12. Finkelstein - To Hell With Zionism (part I) Ein Partner
13. Spirit Skinned - Haklavim
14. Ohad Fishof - Solo Y (The Prophecy)
15. Lily Haz - xx11
16. Elena Sizova - P.S.
17. Anatolian Weapons - Information Overload 07:07
18. Oyoyoni - Fatcat
19. Ian Richter - Cup Half Full of What
20. Ason Teva - Письмо II
21. Borderline State Disorder - If You Are Neutral in Situations of Injustice, You Have Chosen the Side of the Oppressor
22. Roni hajaj - Contact
23. Autarkic - In Guantanamo (or any Cellar)
24. Tisser - Painotomspher
25. Tyrel Williams - Resistance
26. Afik Naim - Tussock
27. Cosmic Dream Club - Peninsula
28. La Musique Rituelle et Profane feat. Rashid Esfhan - Pray for Iran
29. Timothy J. Fairplay - Race to the Antenna
30. Chris Mitchell - Fanatics Franchise
31. Narvalos - OIOI22
32. Swiss Arrow - Crushed in a Day

Race To The Antenna

PREMIERE: Timothy J. Fairplay - Race To The Antenna [Confused Machines]

The bubbles were hypnotic and mesmerising as they flew through the air towards the ocean. They drifted atop the breeze out to sea before popping and becoming one with the air around them. 

This place was some kind of magic, sun kissed and decadent. He strolled alongside the pool, gazing out at the mythical view which lay before him. It was hard to believe that this time last week he was at home, lost in the midst of the city. 

Out here there were better things. Love, sun, dub and an energy which would keep him fulfilled for a lifetime if only he could. 

As the sun began to set in the distance he took in a deep breath, bracing himself for the night to come...

Belgian producer, DJ and FCL member Red D has announced a new remix EP dubbed ‘Re-Fantasized & Realized’ featuring tracks from his 2022 album. He has invited a stellar cast of friends and producers to remix his work including the likes of Charles Webster, Kai Alice and Far Out Radio Systems. 

It is however the San Soda remix which we bring to you today, a wonderful deep cut set to cause mischief on the dancefloor.

PREMIERE: Red D - Luv & Dub (San Soda Bass Mix)[We Play House]

Artist: https://soundcloud.com/adrian_marth, https://soundcloud.com/diana-berti
Track: The Moon Wizard
Label: https://soundcloud.com/kri-records
Format: 12" Vinyl, Digital EP
Release date: 07/07/23
YouTube: https://youtu.be/sI-npbmGHc8

The third KRI Records release features the infamous Italo Moderni label boss Adrian Marth joining forces with the Italian EBM master Diana Berti (Violet Poison) and it's a belter. Warm and punchy analog beats are spiced with haunting melodies and sinister pads that will break even the toughest of ravers. Sturdy EBM-ish, dark italo and wave production is cushioned with Adrian's mysterious vocals adding yet another layer to a diverse EP accompanied by two heavy-weight remixes. Think of Dario Argenti walking into a dark club at 3 AM ...

PREMIERE | Adrian Marth feat. Diana Berti - The Moon Wizard [KRI Records] 2023

Genesys reimagines Push by Naomi Sharon with a hypnotic blend of Afro House grooves and melodic depth. Fusing emotional vocals with organic percussion and atmospheric layers, this remix transforms the track into a soulful and driving journey made for late-night dance floors and immersive moments.

Free Download available.

Free Download

Naomi Sharon - Push (Genesys Remix) [Afro House]

This world just doesn't feel right anymore.
Sometimes, everything just becomes too much. So I keep locking myself away in thoughts of better times.

This is Volume 4 of a series of nostalgic Synth-Pop songs with the distinctive sound of the 1990s, meant to send you back to a time when everything felt so much better.

Immerse yourself in lush analog synths, atmospheric and melancholic synthesizer sounds, and retro drum machines that paint a bittersweet story of memory, longing, and the search for hope.

Whether you're driving alone at night, working from home, or simply closing your eyes and drifting away — this music is your ticket to another time.
Perfect for late-night drives, creative moments, or simply letting go, drifting lost in thought.

Dont miss out on Sentimental Panda on Youtube ❤️


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WHAT THE DUCK

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'Wildcard'
Release Date: September 21, 2018
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Wildcard

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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.

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