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Berlin’s Swarm Intelligence joins NEW YORK TRAX Imports to release four fierce, off-beat techno and electro cuts. Tense atmospherics, uncompromising levels of distortion and stark, astute beats constitute a distinctive sound that Swarm Intelligence has been honing for more than a decade seeing him release on labels such as VOITAX, Ad Noiseam, Earwiggle and many more. The Dublin-born, Berlin-based producer is certainly no stranger to the techno world and his reputation of performing menacing live sets and deploying emphatic productions will leave an enduring impression on any listener. ‘NEW YORK TRAX Imports 04’ sees Swarm Intelligence join the New York Trax sub-label following the likes of Drvg Cvltvre, Endlec, Dawid Dahl and Another Alias. ‘Bury’ begins proceedings with powerful, syncopated drums fused with growling oscillations and haunting leads before intense vibrations scattered around resilient percussion and machine-like synth swirls take the focus in ‘Extraction’. On the flip, ‘Verloren’ maintains the sinister atmospherics through distorted kicks, eerie modulations and alarming feels until ‘Reach’ which recorded live, rounds things off with shooting, laser zaps, dramatic soundscapes and broken rhythms emphatically closing this fiery four track EP.

A1 - Swarm Intelligence - Bury [NEW YORK TRAX Imports 04]

Bristol techno punks Giant Swan deliver a fierce, clattering rework of The Horror’s ‘Machine’ for a new ‘V’ remix LP, also featuring HAAi, Manni Dee, Cleric, more…

More info: https://dj-m.ag/2JQDc3X

Premiere: The Horrors 'Machine (Giant Swan Remix)'

Buy it, play it, rub it: https://soundcloud.com/bas-mooy/mord-004-lag-misfit-ep-incl
https://mord.bandcamp.com/album/misfit-ep

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Track Premiere: 'Half Moon Kick' by @xiaoquanxiaoquanxiaoquan [Connection EP, @functionlab]
Read:  https://paynomindtous.it/halfmoonkick-xiaoquan-functionlab/
Buy: https://functionlab.bandcamp.com/
Artwork by @gabrielmassan
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Xiao Quan is a DJ and prolific producer stemming from the clubs of São Paulo, after relocating from the Chinese Shenzen region. A rather mysterious character in the underground community, the artist specializes in exuberant mixtures of techno, grime, tarraxinha, and traditional Chinese elements fueled by a contemporary approach to hybrid club music. His tracks ended up in a whole multitude of labels (Clan Destine, scared2sleep, Clube Tormenta, Sirens, Spite) and EPs, such as the memorable collaborative EP on Unizone with DJ Loser.

Creator and curator of the Paulistano Taipei - ok party, in 2017 Xiao Quan founded the independent creative network and label called Dissolute, releasing works by musicians from all over the world as well as two various artists comps, one of which - as well as the precious Mergulho EP by LAZA - came with a stunning piece of artwork by Gabriel Massan. The Berlin-based digital artist, researching material's plasticity and reflectivity in aseptic, abstract environments, is also responsible for the visual component of Quan's latest effort, Connection EP.

Releasing on May 13th on the Hangzhou-based outcome FunctionLab run by the DJ/producer/vocalist GG Lobster, the EP comes at a point in the label's history in which the focus is steadily being shifted from a local artist base to a wider one, as confirmed by recent outings by the likes of 011668 & S280F, Yikii, and T5UMUT5UMU. Connection EP, in particular, is a melting pot of styles and rhythms split into 7 tracks ranging from 120 to 130 bpm, each shaped up to be the perfect club tool, as versatile as impactful.

The track we premiere today, i.e. the closing piece called Half Moon Kick, is a raw, straight-to-the-point composition employing Latin drum patterns, multiple vocal fillers, a distorted, minimal bassline, all framed by swirling and metallic percussions. Another hit by the iconic swag godfather Xiao Quan, be sure not to miss the whole EP out next week via digital download. Enjoy!

Xiao Quan - Half Moon Kick [PAYNOMINDTOUS Premiere / FunctionLab]

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We haven't had a proper balanga in such a long time… Who can stop the ideas flowing in Semprey's head though? This new EP from the young producer aims to move your body, even if it's just in the kitchen or the living room. It's bass music, but a different kind, based on the sounds of traditional Kashubian burczybas.

Semprey lives in Kraków and this is his first official release. As a DJ he played most of the Tańce parties where he was simply sensational, getting known for his excellent edits of pop and rap tunes. As a producer he turned out to be one of the most talented in the city, breaking the mental barrier between dance and hip hop scenes.

Polish instruments sound different through Semprey's lenses. Burczybas, ocarina, ratchets and rattles might come from a Polish village but make his sound closer to the East Coast club music from the US. The opener—"Bomblerka"—is majestic and full of pomp, but very playful when it comes to percussion: ticking, scraping and tapping in a very dynamic mix.

"Jazda" is second on the EP and shows a more aggressive side of Semprey. Fascinated by the burczybas sound, he turns the low frequencies into dirty and rugged drops that flow gracefully on the carnival beat despite their weight.

„Dobranoc 🌈” is dedicated to the Polish LGBTQ+ community. It's the most melodic track on the EP, bringing back the memories of most euphoric clubbing moments: unity on the dancefloor, light beaming through dirty club windows at sunrise, mornings at the beaches, meadows and forests. Full of "put your hands up in the air" moments, it can slide into various sets, from house to trap ones.

The last track on the EP features Gabrysia and Zosia, two kids locked in home by the pandemic. Their untamed energy is channelled in every second of "Balanga". Based on an insistent ocarina loop, it's another lively track inspired by the need for new experiences, meetings and freedom.

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Zrealizowano w ramach programu stypendialnego Ministra Kultury i Dziedzictwa Narodowego – Kultura w sieci.

Semprey - Jazda

Written by Syn & Ozwald
Mixed by Syn & Ozwald
Mastered by Ozwald
Artwork by Syn

Syn x Ozwald - Idle Dread

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SUKUBRATZ x XAKALELE - BALA

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Syn x Ozwald - Idle Dread

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