R$N Premieres: April 2017

The stream gently bubbled in the light of the morning sun. The water trickled softly down the mountain face towards the rock pool below, a love flowing upon a distant wave. As they gathered at the foot of the cliff they looked up to the sky above, enchanted and mesmerised by the glimmering reflection of the water's glow. White mist lay softly amidst the campsite, soon they would begin the next part of their glorious trek towards the head of the hill. 

Shadow City are set to kickstart their record label with a three track release purpose built for basements and festivals alike. With the EP having already been supported by the likes of Denis Sulta, Midland, Dan Shake and more this one is bound to be big.

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PREMIERE: Harry Parsons - Love Flow [Shadow City]

The sound echoed in the dusty chamber. A small crowd had gathered to observe him play in what was a beautifully orchestrated environment. The audio was crystal clear, it landed softly upon the ears of the delicate audience as they stared fiercely into the darkness. For he was not visible, at least not to the naked eye, the vamp was all that was important in this place, not his outward appearance, tattered clothes or distant gaze. The music was all that mattered. 

Arkajo makes up one half of the infamous Genius Of Time duo. His solo work sees him draw upon darker influences, more akin to the sound of murky back room club.

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PREMIERE: Arkajo - Vamp [BROR]

The cries echoed through the darkness on a hot, stormy night. The rain splattered upon the dusty floor and the tribe moved steadily forwards into the glow of the moonlight. They rejoiced in great glee at the falling sky, their cotton shirts soaked beneath the damp rain water. These were the voices of Africa which were missing from the traditional coverage in the 21st century. Too much time was spent buried in the past, in trials and tribulations of a proud and noble people. Tonight, the rain would cleanse such stereotypical despair. 

José Manuel's "Excursion Africanism" was arguably one of the highlights of last years musical calendar. Now the release has been remixed and who better to feature than Mehmet Aslan?

PREMIERE: José Manuel - Voices Of Africa (Mehmet Aslan Remix)[Music For Dreams]

The television set flickered and buzzed in the corner of his bedroom. As he ate his breakfast in solitude he pondered what the day might hold for him, productivity, despair or joy. These days his life was varied and distinct, far different to what he had perceived it might be as a small child. Ray, they called him, a man about town. Little did they know of his reluctant existence on the 12th floor flat. His anxious tendencies and his distaste for the world outside. 

Hammer is best known for his musical output on Feel My Bicep and Optimo. Now he steps up to release a new three track EP on LOFT Records.

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PREMIERE: Hammer - Man Ray [LOFT Records]

She glanced towards him with a shimmering smile. Her lips shone a radiant red under the glow of the hazy lamp. She stood up and walked towards him along the corridor, she introduced herself with a whisper before wandering off into the night. In the background the echo of chamber music reverberated between the hollow walls, he felt dizzy and weak at her very presence. She did something far beyond words were capable of describing. Erotic and erotica in the purest form. 

Into The Light return with a spectacular assortment of music from Akis Daoutis, a Greek musician who has been recording for almost forty years. They reveal new material alongside reissued gold on a new compilation titled "Space, Time and Beyond".

PREMIERE: Akis - Erotica [Into The Light]

He found himself alone amidst the deserted cinema. The screening had begun to the uproar of nobody yet he was about to embark upon a beautiful voyage through space and time. The rumble of bass thundered through the auditorium as the red curtain rose to the reveal the screen. His face was illuminated by the glowing pixels which flashed and flared vigorously before his very eyes. He relaxed deep within the armchair and placed his feet upon the stall in front. Let it begin.

Shall Not Fade have been on prolific form as of late with a string of dynamic releases. Next to feature on the label is Pascal Viscardi who delivers a four track EP.

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PREMIERE: Pascal Viscardi - Auditorium Voyage [Shall Not Fade]

The island was illuminated beneath the warm hazy glow of the summer sun. The late night was deceptively hot, you might not expect for such heat to be present down south, not in this zone. A group of extravagant individuals had taken to the beach to watch the sun go down amidst a magnificent deep blue backdrop. The evening was young and the luxurious delicacies of a wild and prosperous eternity awaited. What could be better?

Jona Sul's new track 'South Zone' is a pop inspired dance track with emotive undertones. Who better to step up and conquer such a beast that Matt Karmil, who has been on miraculous form as of late.

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PREMIERE: Jona Sul - South Zone (Matt Karmil Remix)[Southern Fried Records]

The prize was grand, the competition fierce. As he stood upon the asphalt he questioned whether he was fast enough, strong enough or tough enough to contest with the pace and resolve of the other runners. He shivered, he should not have such doubts at a time of such importance, now was not about them but the finish line. They took their positions in lane, ready to run rugged and wild at the sound of the gun. Five, four, three, two, one...

Super Tuff Records are readying themselves to release a four track split EP packed with a delightful array of deep house. The label and party series operates out of Brooklyn in New York.

PREMIERE: DJ Aakmael - Offering [Super Tuff Records]

The greenery was a beautiful sight to behold. It grew in stark contrast to the rocky cliff face which descended into the royal blue waters below. Rare flowers blew freely in the summer breeze as the gulls caught the rays in the morning air up above. The sun was shining ever so sweetly and the glow of the day cast a spellbinding array of colours down the valley and into the town. This was a coastal garden of luxurious delight and transcended any of his wildest expectations. This was a holiday alright. 

Low Flung releases two track of balearic inspired fun on Ken Oath. This track is taken from a delightful 7" which is expected in the coming weeks.

PREMIERE: Low Flung - Coastal Garden [Ken Oath]

The fruit was luxurious and sweet. She plucked it from the trees within the grove, the tall fences which lined the beautiful green branches seemed not as fierce and frightening as they first had when she had arrived. The manor house cast a long shadow down the garden and in the distance she could smell the delicious cooking of her mother. She ran between the leaves excitedly for she had spent too long beneath the sun for now. It was time to retreat to the shade. 

Olde Gods return with a gorgeous sun kissed sound as part of their new Tapes project. Fun edits with a dance floor focussed twist for the adventurous dj.

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PREMIERE: Olde Gods - El Javu [Tapes]

The school bell rang with an abrupt roar and the students leapt to attention. All but one that is. At the back of the class sat a young boy, fast asleep, with his head in hands upon the dusty old desk. Even the screech of chairs upon the linoleum floor did not stir him from his subdued slumber. He was going to stay behind long before the requirements of the school day, the quiet classroom was a haven amidst the outside world, so full of chaos and noise.  

Pyramid Club are the latest to release on the ever consistent Unknown Precept. They deliver a five track EP for the label feature low slung electronics and a DIY sensibility.

Cyclic Obsession

PREMIERE: Pyramid Club - Stay Behind [Unknown Precept]

The room was awash with solitary dancers, present yet unaware. They listened to the clatter of drums as they bounced between the walls with a gracious warmth. Whilst this looked to be a place of wonder, a safe haven and a community with presence, it was nothing but a gang of anxious party people. This was their outlay for emotional inconsistency and a troubled past, the noise was a welcome wave of overriding support. However, in reality it offered little solution. 

Blood Wine or Honey are an exciting new group to emerge from the industrial backbeat of Hong Kong. As a result their sound is awash with wide reaching influences and inspiration in the obscure. Who better than Factory Floor to reimagine what was already a charmed creation.

PREMIERE: Blood Wine or Honey - Anxious Party People (Factory Floor Remix)[Plastic Pagan]

The church was a peaceful place of rest for many, a soothing chamber within which to reflect and embrace the great beyond. It was the hight priest of Junta's job to enlighten and enthral their senses whilst preparing them for the a world unknown. Such faith they placed within him and his commitment to God. Little did they know of his wicked ways, his misdemeanours and troubled past. It was as if this place was a cloak behind which his villainous passion lay ominously. 

Deep Space Orchestra turn up the heat on a new EP for Moreaboutmusic Records. Big room house music with a Detroit influence.

PREMIERE: Deep Space Orchestra - High Priest Of Junta [Moreaboutmusic]

The beachfront was the place to hang as the sun dipped beneath the horizon. The shadowy figures were dotted in clusters up and down the pier as they smoked in the warm night air. In the evenings there was very little to do around these parts but drink and dance, perhaps move a little under the flickering spotlights of some sleazy nightclub. The summertime madness engulfed this place with a progressive sense of purity and freedom. Hedonism, decadence galore. 

Loure is set to release a new EP on Noire & Blanche, gorgeous deep house with a sun kissed twist.

PREMIERE: Loure - In The Evenings (Hidden Spheres Remix) [Noire & Blanche]

Deep within the cemetery lay the remains of a man whom had been the key to the puzzle. Unfortunately they had been unable to help him prevail in his quest into the great unknown. Now all that was left behind was buried answers, tales and pieces to a problem which may very well remain unsolved for generations to come. Who are we? Where did we come from? Why us? Why now? Please, may you let us live. 

James Hadfield is set to release a new EP on Not An Animal Records accompanied by two smoking hot remixes from none other Jamie Blanco and Tiago respectively.

Buried Answers

PREMIERE: James Hadfield - Buried Answers (Jamie Blanco Remix)[Not An Animal]

The sweet scent drifted upon the breeze as they stood beneath the terrace. The grass was greener on the other side they said but she was having such a lovely time already and did not want to leave. In the distance the waves rolled in against the shore and there was little to dispel such a feeling of happiness and joy. Peer fig and rhubarb was the scent adrift amongst the air, whether it would last or not she knew little. 

Benoit B has been a man in demand as of late with a string of interesting releases and features. However, he is now set to release a new EP on French record label Versatile.

PREMIERE: Benoit B - Peer Fig And Rhubarb [Versatile]

The white walls were illuminated by the glow of the morning sun. They appeared a stark contrast to the royal blue texture of the sky which radiated warmth in the early hours. Birds soared eagerly upon the breeze above the water down below as the flickering leaves of palm trees blew gracefully in the wind. It was a beautiful scene, like something from a picture book or postcard. Soon this would all be gone. 

Deepwave are set to release a new EP from Sebastian Deluca, however it was the remix from label boss Ian Metty which caught our upmost attention.

PREMIERE: Sebastian Deluca - Terranova (Ian Metty Lost In Sound Remix)[Deepwave]

The white paint was flaked and tired looking. It had weathered many a storm, seen fights come and go and grown old beneath the flickering lights of the bathroom. It was time for a new colour, a new scent and a reimagined dream. They were to be red from now on, red walls, all of them. The bathroom was frequented by travellers from far and wide, the mirror had shared many a moment with lost souls. Individuals caught gazing at themselves and into the beyond. 

Nothus and Delikwe are set to release a fresh new EP on XCPT Music. The release sees them deliver two tracks alongside a pair of remixes from none other than Mgun and Dj Plant Texture.

PREMIERE: Nothus & Delikwe - Red Walls [XCPT Music]

As he drove through the city streets he glanced upwards towards the hollow blue sky. The purple car shimmered and shone beneath the golden rays of the street lights as it passed quietly through the town. Little did any onlooker know of his pain, his soul krush, his deadly lover and her wicked escapades. He was dressed smart, if looks could kill he'd be firing on all cylinders. He seemed to have it all and little suggested otherwise, however, he did not. 

Dokta Venom has been receiving acclaim and support for his new release on Far Out Recordings. This one has been picked up by the likes of Volcov, Dj Deep and Cottam but to name a few.

Moodswings EP

PREMIERE: Dokta Venom - Soul Krush [Far Out Recordings]

The obstacle course was awash with competitors. They sprawled recklessly amongst the long grass looking for a way out. These were times of desperation and struggle, some thought it to be too hard whilst others believed it simply ludicrous. The course had gathered notoriety amongst a worldwide collective of fierce combatants. For some it was just another day at the training ground whilst for others this might be the final hurdle to break their backs. 

Holding Hands is a newly launched record label focussed on releasing club destined tracks without any of the pretentious nonsense which can sometimes accompany doing so.

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PREMIERE: DSC - Too Hard [Holding Hands]

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