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🔭Welcome to episode number 70 of Observatory by Sungate on OpenLab Radio our first show of the year.

🪐starting us out is Brian Kage . the Detroit legend graces us with an hour of machine funk heaters, house and techno the way a real Michigander would do it.

🚀 Sungate co-founder Moy Santana follows suit with a selection of sounds influenced by the midwestern pioneers, sultry utopian club sonics from beginning to end.

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Observatory 070 - Sungate [with Brian Kage & Moy Santana]

Gradient Guestmix by Vertigo @vertiig0

As a vital member of the SF-based Vitamin 1000 Energy Crew, Vertigo never fails to deliver an eclectic synergy of techno, breaks, and electro. Her mixes showcase a masterful blend of glitchy textures, dub-inspired melodies, and fragmented vocal motifs reminiscent of the late 90s and 2000s techno and electro scene.

Translating the energy of her electrifying live performances, Vertigo hosts the monthly MOTION SICKNESS resident on Fault Radio, and has made appearances on The Lot Radio, HydeFM, and Lower Grand Radio. Vertigo has also supported notable DJs that include DJ Stingray, Overmono, LCY, Toma Kami, X Club, X-Coast, Parris, Ploy, and Aurora Halal, and has worked with promoters Fake and Gay, Squish, As You Like It, Direct to Earth, Rinsed SF, and Perfect Dark as well. It’s no doubt that Vertigo has deeply influenced the SF dance music scene and proven herself to be an expert selector. We can’t wait for you to listen.


TRACKLIST

Text Chunk, Skee Mask, Sven K - Sacred
The Kooky Scientist - Old Vs. Neau
Jean Nipon - Black Things On Desk
Cab Drivers - Traffic Light
Aria Rostami - Bolbol (Sephr Dark Ukg Remix)
G-man - Zeno
Dj Skull - Ascending
Mateo Murphy - First Impressions B1
Maccari - Deep Convolution (Blasha &  Allat Remix)
Dmx Krew - Bush Baby Bug Eyes
Radiactive Man - What Happened To The Stash?
Cave - Manica
Jerome - Priority Music
Dj Rush - Marathon Man
Chris Liberator &  Dave The Drummer - Beats Rockin
Malin Genie - Dtmidicc
Durosai - Electromagnetic Resonance
Farsight - Vrouw 1
Ryan Rivera, Andrew Richley - Trackman (Buckfunk 3000 Mix)
Robert Natus - Enrtrance
Virtual Voodoo - Polok
Devilfish - 612
The Advent - Jacker
Coffintexts - Future
Chaos - Cosmis Osmosis
Double Dutch - Plan Of Action

Gradient Guestmix by Vertigo [012]

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Dagga & Manao - 5th April 2024

"For this mix I have created a journey through my favourite hypnotic, dark & hard sounds. I hope this mix makes you imagine you are floating through space or in a distant cosmic realm. . . I have tried to build a nice progression throughout the mix with some ambient, upbeat, dark & melodic elements in between.  Recorded from my home studio on CDJ-900s (my favourite CDJs)  Enjoy - iluna"

iluna is a Scottish DJ & producer. The name ‘iluna’ (derived from the Basque adjective ilun) meaning "darkness; dark; somber; gloomy; mysterious; obscure", perfectly sums up iluna’s sound. iluna has residencies with Surge in Glasgow, EpiKA (Edinburgh), Tribal Pulse and has supported the likes of VITALIC, Harvey McKay, Co-accused and will be performing at this year’s Terminal V Festival in Edinburgh.This year sees iluna launch her own music collective & club night ASCEND launching in The Poetry Club Friday 26th April. ASCEND delves into the deep, dark, hypnotic & hard side of techno, supporting highly skilled artists with that extra attention to detail. 
By day iluna works as Project Manager for Resonate Music Conference, label manager for 23rd Precinct’s in-house labels & label assistant for Trial Pulse.

@ilunadj
@epika-edinburgh

Mantissa Mix 340: iluna

Endorphins 023 w/ Ali Wagner

mʊdʌki takes us back on an energetic rendezvous through (90's) jungle rave. Club-ready breaks with a flair of high speed techno for the big soundsystems and low-slung, sweaty basements. Enjoy!
@mudaki
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ig: https://www.instagram.com/mudaki_sound/
cover pohoto: @de-monika

mʊdʌki - Blank Radio

DDR | Fuaim w/ Rhyzine | 12/04/24

Rydek June 2024

A. Kat Race
B. Alarms Cyclone

Overview
Jeff Mills’ “The Bells” is one of the most iconic tracks in techno history, often called the genre’s anthem. Known for its hypnotic bell melody, driving kick, and euphoric build, it became a staple in DJ sets worldwide. The track was first played live by Mills in 1995 (e.g., at Liquid Room in Tokyo), but it wasn’t officially released until 1997 as part of the Kat Moda EP on his Purpose Maker label. This EP is the original record pressing you’re asking about—no standalone “The Bells” single exists from that era. It has since been repressed multiple times due to massive demand (over 500,000 copies sold across versions).


Original Pressing Details
* Release Year: 1997 (though the track dates to 1995 performances and test pressings)
* Format: 12” vinyl EP, 33 ⅓ RPM
* Label: Purpose Maker
* Catalog Number: PM-002
* Country: US
* Pressing Notes: First pressing on standard black vinyl. Matrix runouts indicate a repress or variant: A side - PM 002-A (RE I) NSC; B side - PM 002-B (RE I) NSC (etched, with NSC circled). The mastering has been criticized as “shit” by some collectors for its raw, unpolished sound—typical of ’90s techno but quieter than modern represses, often requiring gain boosts in DJ sets. Sold out quickly at shops like Cisco in Tokyo upon release.

Tracklist
Side	Track	Duration
A1	The Bells	4:46
A2	Kat Race	4:22
B1	Alarms (aka “Masterplan” in later compilations)	5:32
B2	Cyclone	4:48


* 	•	Production Credits: Written, produced, and edited by Jeff Mills. Published by Millsart/BMG-Ariola.
* Why Buried on an EP? Mills reportedly avoided hype-sticker promotion to let the track’s organic popularity (from crowd reactions) drive sales. Purpose Maker was for floor-focused material, contrasting his experimental Axis label.

How to Identify an Original Pressing
* Visual Cues: Gold-on-black label design. No “10th Anniversary” or remix mentions. Check for wear from heavy club play—originals often show it.
* Sound Cues: Raw, dynamic mix with prominent kick and bells; lower loudness (not -5 LUFS like some digital remasters). Test pressings exist but are rare and unnumbered.
* Value (as of Oct 2025): $20–$50 USD for VG+ condition on Discogs/Reverb; mint originals can hit $100+ due to collector demand. Recent sales: Median $30–$40.

Later Versions and Represses
The track exploded in popularity, leading to reissues. Key ones:
* 1999 Repress: Same EP format (PM-002), minor matrix tweaks. Often mistaken for original.
* 2006 (10th Anniversary): Standalone 12” on Purpose Maker (PM-020). Includes reworked B-sides (“Gift of the Hills,” “Circus”). Louder mastering; promo versions exist. ~$15–$30.
* 2006 DVD Edition: Axis (AXDV-002). Enhanced with visuals from 1997–98 footage; limited audio/video hybrid.
* 2019 Remaster: On Sight, Sound & Space compilation (Axis). Cleaner, higher fidelity; first vinyl appearance of orchestral “Blue Potential” version.
* 2025 Remaster: Digital-only (e.g., SoundCloud edits); no new vinyl confirmed.

If you’re hunting for an original, check Discogs for verified sellers—avoid fakes by matching matrix numbers. For audio, stream the 1997 version on Beatport or Spotify. Got a specific copy or need value check? Share details! 🔔

Recording 14-10-25, 11.44.19 am

Petar Dulčić - Resistance ( Original mix )

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