We're elated to introduce our very special guest for the SPANDAU20 mixtape: @Efdemin 📼. A true legend in the electronic music scene, Efdemin embarked on his musical journey with his debut release in 2004, followed by his first album in 2006. Based in Berlin, he's not only a resident at the iconic Berghain club but also the curator of his vinyl-only label, naïf. His music is an embodiment of serenity and sophistication, characterized by an elegant darkness, subtle beauty, and a sense of unwavering composure. Efdemin's impressive discography spans LPs and 12-inch records on renowned labels like Dial, Curle, and Ostgut Ton. His versatility extends to remixes, including a memorable one for Depeche Mode, as well as his collaborative project Pigon with RNDM, and his exploration of drone and ambient soundscapes under his original name, Phillip Sollmann. 🎧

Efdemin's SPANDAU20 mixtape offers an immersive auditory journey, commencing with a potent voice sample from the celebrated artist Tracey Emin. The mixtape's sonic landscape is characterized by atmospheric elements, including the gentle sounds of birds, creating a serene and captivating ambiance. As the mixtape unfolds, it seamlessly transitions from ambient to deep, rhythmic beats. Its character is defined by sultry, groovy rhythms, complemented by the warmth of synthesizers that envelop the listener like a sonic embrace. Efdemin's deft use of vocal shots adds yet another layer of depth and intrigue, resulting in a rich tapestry of sound that promises a truly engaging experience for electronic music enthusiasts.🖤

SPND20 Mixtape by Efdemin

Kicking off the year under the best auspices, here comes a threat of a mix from German producer Vril. Known for his nostalgia-soaked strain of big-room techno and impeccably textured audio trips, the Giegling and Delsin stalwart lays down a proper magnetic hour-and-a-half of floor-focussed dynamics, packing the very type of steel-clad punch and vaporous atmospheres we enjoy so much here at RYC. A perfect start to the new year, Vril’s ever minutely engineered mix of hot-tempered grooves and deep cinematic immersion will have you both zoning out and sweating off all that extra fat put on during the holiday, while setting your sight onto the next revolution with the poise and heartiness to achieve your goals in 2024 and beyond. Happy new year to you, RYC fellows!

soundcloud.com/vril_01

Reclaim Your City 572 | .VRIL

The closing set at the Varden stage is always a special time; Filled with excitement, tears, hugs, and exhaustion, it marks the end of four incredible days at Monument Festival.

This year Japanese maestro Wata Igarashi stepped up and delivered a legendary closing set. A psychedelic vortex of sound thundered across the forest as the dance floor was illuminated in radiant colors and fog, with smiling faces and dancing bodies all around. 

So find your best headphones or sit down in front of your speakers, turn it up, and time travel back to the Forgotten Valley. Guided by our friend, Wata Igarashi. Enjoy.

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Can’t wait to get back to Veggli? Our sixth edition of Monument Festival will take place from July 31st to August 3rd 2025 and tickets will go on sale soon. Be sure to join our waiting list at https://festival.mnmt.no/ to get your invitation. Mark your calendars. See you in the forest. 

Links:
https://soundcloud.com/wata
https://www.instagram.com/wataigarashi/

https://festival.mnmt.no/

Join us in 2025

Monument Festival 2024 : Wata Igarashi

Vril (live) at Stone Techno Festival 2024

For our 450th episode milestone we’re thrilled to welcome back Italian maestro Luigi Tozzi to our series.

Here he delivers a trademark atmospheric journey seamlessly blended to close out 2024.

Follow :

https://soundcloud.com/luigitozzi
https://www.instagram.com/luigi.tozzi.music/

MNMT 450 : Luigi Tozzi

Founded by Laura BCR in 2014, On Board Music is a Rotterdam-based record label and booking, management, and events organization. The label is known for its high quality, genre defying releases from artists like: Jin Synth, Uanamani, plus some outstanding compilations featuring Polygonia, Crossing Avenue, Vera Logdanidi and many more. Keep your eyes out for the upcoming compilation coming out in February, which celebrates the 10 year milestone of On Board Music featuring music from Altinbas, Steffi, Paula Koski, and more.

For the label showcase Laura BCR weaves together a beautiful, warm and bright mix featuring some classics from the label and soon to be released tracks from the likes of Luigi Tozzi, GiGi FM, Efdemin, Psyk, Justine Perry, Dorisburg and more.  


FOLLOW

https://onboardmusic.net/
https://soundcloud.com/on-board-music
https://onboardmusic.bandcamp.com/
https://www.facebook.com/onboardmusic.berlin/
https://www.instagram.com/on_boardmusic/

https://soundcloud.com/laurabcr
https://www.instagram.com/laura___bcr/
https://www.facebook.com/LauraBCR01/

MNMT Label Showcase : On Board Music

Next up on the GROOVE Podcast is Albert van Abbe (@albert_van_abbe) with a set recorded at party series DRUM (@drumeindhoven). Go to bit.ly/4huDiuU for the short interview.

GROOVE Podcast 447 – Albert van Abbe

DJ Tuttle ~ Amandine (Original Mix) [Volkane.Records] PREVIEW

APR173 
Djonii - Precious
Appetite Records

OUT NOW !!! 
https://www.beatport.com/release/precious/5155823

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BEATPORT : 
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Precious

Exclusive on Beatport

APR173 Djonii - Precious (Original Mix)

Recording of a stunner b2b stunner between @marco_shuttle and @efdemin.

Enjoy;

Live Series #010; Efdemin b2b Marco Shuttle | 05/01/18

Recorded live at Kompass in Ghent - 29.02.2020

Vril (live) at Stone Techno Festival 2024

The Third Room