ZamZam 95 is a link with the enigmatic French producer Hiss Is Bliss. We’ve been fans since the very first drop on their 777Hz label and these two sides drive straight to the heart of the dub techno galaxy.

Little is known about Hiss Is Bliss beyond the fact that they hail from France, are steeped in esotericism, and create tunes as masterfully grounded in roots reggae as they are in techno and related strands of electronic music. Their releases are utterly free of hype, beautifully crafted 10” vinyl plates that let the singers and tracks speak for themselves. 

At the risk of being cheeky, “Nope” is absolute dub techno bliss. The 808 kick propels the track relentlessly forward, saturated washes of color streak the night sky, while syncopated hi hats and warm, soulful chords bring life- dare we say funk- to a style too often stiff and clinical, too in thrall to the past to truly step forward. Matching Hiss is Bliss in mystery, Ras Lys’ vocal brings a Dread perspective on music and the sometimes shady business of music, a grounded contrast to the deep inner space explored by the tune itself. The B-side version “Abbadia” splits musical atoms through the desk, focusing squarely on the stripped 4/4 elements and gloriously distorted pads that echo and cycle like tides in a darkly shimmering sea. 

Strictly limited to 800 copies for the world. No digital, no repress. Art, design & screen print by Polygon Press. Mastered by Sam at Precise, pressed at Cascade Record Pressing. Shipping late May, 2024.

Our Soundcloud clips are recorded straight from the vinyl with no additional mastering so you know exactly what you're getting. 

Email zamzamsounds@gmail.com for any info or inquiries.

Hiss Is Bliss "Nope" b/w "Abbadia" 7" ZamZam 95 vinyl blend

This week on the show, we featured two extremely high calibre guest mixes. In the first hour we got to hear 1hr from Te Manu, based out of Tāmaki Makaurau,  and in the second hour, a live set from Ōtautahi heavy weight, Weka Tek, to celebrate his release on Dutch label Dub Communication (OUT NOW). 

Beatport for 'Signals - Weka Tek':
https://www.beatport.com/release/signals/4620947

@te-manu
@wekatek

The Green Room is proudly sponsored by Main Divide Wines, New Zealand on Air and hosted on RDU 98.5.

Tune in from 4-6 on RDU 98.5fm for radio or online via the link:
rdu.org.nz/podcastfilter/nz-music-month/

The Green room Ft Te Manu & Weka Tek HOSTED BY Sano

ZamZam Sounds - 26 January 2025

Jim Coles’s fifth instalment of his best-selling ‘Acid Dub Studies’ series arrives in the form of the third set of original works exploring the infectious sound of the 303 bass-line in a dubwise setting. The album takes in traditional dub mixing approaches in a digital and roots/digi-dub style whilst also making space for more electronic and ambient processes to close the project.

‘Acid Dub Studies III’ arrives after 2 years of touring the material in a live setting at festivals and clubs including CTM at Berghain, Les Nuits Sonores, and Andrew Weatherall's Convenanza festival and is the culmination of some 5 years of experimenting with a style that has been met with critical acclaim, reaching far and wide into many a DJ’s box having been noted by some as a truly ground-breaking approach to working with the 303.

Acid Dub Studies III - Pre-order Preview

The radio year continues with another pre-recorded adventure, while both Limbo and Noods studios are built and/or relocated. 
You're in the safe selections of Dive Reflex Service for the bulk of this show, sit back and enjoy the spirals. 

Nikolaienko - Solo for A
990x - June Lovers
Black Taffy - Touching
Radio Limbo - Witches and Wizards
Fadi Tabbal - All those nights
Dive Reflex Service - Emotional Support Spider
Birthname - Red Dayi
Dijit - Tub
Gnome Beats - Sleeples In Mojave
Birthname - Time Bank
Dijit - Do Ko - どこ - ٣
Zha - HAIII
Khadija Al Hanafi - Roll Up (Lemme Show You)
Nikki Giovani - Winter Poem
Confucius MC, Bastien Keb - Gutters
W.O.R.M - Kellys Loop
Gnome Beats - Este y Ese
Radio Limbo - Friendly Limbo Friends
Joshua Idehen - Mum does the washing
Scopeotaku - Tape 6

LIMB020

Radio Limbo - w/Dive Reflex Service (Feb '25)

ZamZam Sounds with Ghost Dubs - 23 February 2025

ZamZam Sounds with Feel Free Hi-Fi - 23 March 2025

A vibey lil beat that has been sitting on my HD for a min. Thought I would give it away as a freebie as a thank you for all the support recently!

Pugilist - Support Request (Free D/L)

Step into CHAMPION SOUND, the monthly showcase that brings the weight of sound system culture to the forefront. Each episode features exclusive guests appearances from artists, DJs, and producers who are pushing the boundaries of sound.

Tune in to feel the pressure!

Produced by @highkulture420
Live on @black-rhino-radio, every 4th Wednesday, from 19:00

See all shows at bit.ly/3BD8uE5

CHAMPION SOUND w/ HIGH KULTURE (16.04.2025)

BunZer0 ft Mr Jo x Delian Sound on Sub FM 17th April 2025 - https://www.sub.fm

BunZer0 ft Mr Jo x Delian Sound - 17 Apr 2025

Tellus's debut EP on TMC comes in the shape of three tracks. 

1. In Transit
2. Clockwork
3. Cause Of You

Tellus's debut EP on TMC comes in the shape of three tracks.

Moving into unknown territory for the label expressing atmospheric wizardry, splashes of rave, techno and dub.

Tellus truly is one to watch in the electronic music filed and we are ecstatic to have him on the imprint for 'In Transit'. Tellus truly is one to watch in the electronic music filed and we are ecstatic to have him on the imprint for 'In Transit'. 

This release is now available exclusively from our bandcamp below

Full release: August 11 - 2025

Credits:
Written & Produced by Lewis 'Tellus'
Mastered by Dagger Mastering
Artwork by Lola Ives

TMC019 | Tellus - In Transit EP

Record Label based in Bristol, UK

Curated by @mysticstate

www.themothclubbristol.co.uk

TMC019 | Tellus - In Transit EP

The Moth Club Records

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