Depths #96

Buy/stream: https://kompakt.fm/releases/brainwave_technology_12

Michael Mayer’s latest EP, Brainwave Technology, comes at you purposeful, stealthy and sly. It’s a glorious left turn for the redoubtable producer, one that sees his typically lean and lithe productions buffed to a metallic, futurist sheen. There’s a gleam in the eyes of tracks like “Brainwave Technology” and “Alpha” that speaks of serious fun, of the intersection of the pleasure zone and the frontal lobe.

“Brainwave Technology” itself is informed by Mayer’s deep dive into the thorny terrain of artificial intelligence, transhumanism and posthumanism. Inspired by reading German philosopher Richard David Precht, Mayer found himself heading down the “proverbial rabbit hole,” as he describes it, “watching hours of YouTube material by self-proclaimed prophets of these ‘inevitable’ changes to come.” Never one to be taken in by the egotist’s dance, Mayer’s cynicism about the whole endeavour is tempered, a little, by the deeper questions that these figures gesture towards: “Is it really an evolutionary step that man and machine become one? Or is it rather a marketing plot by Silicon Valley billionaires?”

On “Brainwave Technology”, Mayer plays the charlatans at their own game, turning their logic against them by exposing the fruitiness of their ‘visions’. “I chose irony as my sword with which I chopped off some quotes from some of those batshit crazy prophets and self-promoters,” he explains of the drooling psychobabble he drops in the track’s lacuna. There’s a sense of humour here – how could you not laugh at these hungover egotists? – but there’s levity too, a sense that Mayer’s using sound to expose the contradictions and double-speak at the heart of these half-formed ideas. It’s a Burroughsian tactic, to slice into the heart of the voice to see what hidden truths surface.

It was Burroughs, too, who once said that “when you cut into the past, the future leaks out”; Brainwave Technology cuts into the logic of the futurologist to leak out the messiness of modern reality. On “Alpha” and “Gamma”, Mayer seems to conjure up the stark, ominous music that’d soundtrack a science fiction reinterpretation – or preinterpretation – of our modern malaise, all funereal wreaths of electronic noise and clatterboxing beats. As the EP resolves with “Device For The Young At Heart”, Mayer’s questions are piling up: “Do we want to become immortal and live on as a download? Do we really give up on Earth and put all our effort into colonising Mars?” There are no answers, of course, but plenty of imaginings-to-be. Brainwave Technology soundtracks both dystopian and utopian possibilities of what could come next.

Michael Mayer - Gamma

Since 1991, Tresor has provided a home for artists to develop their ideas for advanced new sounds and broadcast them to the world. The pioneers that first traversed the Detroit-Berlin connection and were at the forefront of a new cultural movement gave to Tresor its original and continuing mission: community, resistance and reshaping the world to come.

The Tresor 30 compilation represents a major landmark in this continuing history of electronic music. This unique collection of music profiles some of the artists that gave the previous three decades of Tresor its sound and foundation, but it also casts its gaze forward. Writing new postcards from the future, this collection brings new artists who maintain a connection to that original mission to the fore, charting ways in which this ethos can continue to build bridges and break walls in the next 30 years.

Bringing together 52 essential tracks - both classics and exclusive commissions - each of the 12 records in this box-set charts a unique line of flight from those artists that helped define the shape of this new music to those who continue to pattern its landscape further.

The future is bright and it’s now.

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FrenzyPodcast. 175 Caniche

For FrenzyPodcast no.175 we're happy to have the Berlin-based co-founder of PUSH Network, Caniche! Oscillating between tooly, rough and funky, her sets are packed with Rap-reminiscing vocals and Tribal elements – while old school percussions build the rhythmic foundation. Caniche’s signature sound is also reflected in her productions with already a solid list of releases under her belt, and there is yet more to come.

For the coming hour, Caniche created a podast, pedal to the metal, aimed to make you dance! Listen to the sound of Caniche here, enjoy!

Podcast: link in bio!

Artwork: Janu Krohm

FrenzyPodcast #175 - Caniche

D.Dan returns to his own summerpup imprint with his ‘sequence.01’ EP.
Seven lean stripped-back techno sequences all recorded as live-takes in the studio.

12" vinyl with printed sleeve released on APR.05.2024, as well as on all major digital+streaming platforms. Bandcamp available immediately. 

All tracks produced and mixed by D.Dan
Mastered by Joel at Six Bit Deep
Art direction, design, and illustration by Sam Shin

sequence.01

D.Dan - sequence.01 (PUP003)

Label: Arkham Audio 
Artist: @Insolate_official @deniro1985
Title: Ride The Wave 
Format: EP
Release Formats: Digital Release 
Date: May 31st, 2024 
Cat. No. ARKIO25
Distribution: @EPM-music
Domain: www.arkham.audio

Artist links: https://soundcloud.com/deniro1985
https://soundcloud.com/Insolate_official
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Facebook: www.facebook.com/insolate.official
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dondinodeniro
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deniro1985

Arkham Audio’s eagerly anticipated release on May 31st, 2024, welcomes back Insolate with a 9-track EP featuring 4 original cuts and 5 stellar remixes.
The hypnotic journey starts driven by primal beats in „Ride The Wave,“ while Coyu‘s remix adds a mechanical edge with distorted metallic hats. „The Day Will Come“ en- chants with modular sequences and captivating bass melodies, followed by Deniro‘s remix, brimming with staccato energy. Insolate‘s signature industrial sound shines in „No Pressure,“ alongside a dancefloor destroyer remix by Cri Du Coeur & Erratum. „Just An Illusion“ descends into a dark, cavernous realm before Denise Rabe‘s ethereal remix elevates the tempo, while Trunkline’s version ramps up the intensity, promising an elec- trifying late-night techno tool.
Ride The Wave is a meticulously crafted EP by Insolate with a lineup of formidable remixers, as per usual, via Arkham Audio5.

Tracks
01. Ride The Wave
02. Ride The Wave (Coyu Remix)
03. The Day Will Come
04. The Day Will Come (Deniro Remix)
05. No Pressure
06. No Pressure (Cri Du Coeur & Erratum Remix) 
07. Just An Illusion
08. Just An Illusion (Denise Rabe Remix)
09. Just An Illusion (Trunkline Remix)

GTG Premiere | Insolate - The Day Will Come (Deniro Remix) [ARKIO25]

Holden’s third release on SK_Eleven, Dust,  showcases a striking evolution of his signature dark, driving sound. Rhythms are as urgent and rooted in the dancefloor as ever, but melodies have grown more haunting and emotive. This release sees Holden charting new sonic territory with two ambient tracks to open and close the record. Opener “Dust” brings melody and harmony to the foreground to set the emotional tone for the peak-time techno tracks that follow, while the closing track, “Frost,” ends the EP on a more hopeful note, its yearning melody disappearing into the mist beyond the sunlight.

A1 - Dust
A2 - Myth
A3 - Corner of the Room
B1 - The Beginning and The End
B2 - Steep
B3 - Frost

All tracks written and produced by Holden Federico
Mastering by Beau Thomas 1087 Mastering, London
All rights reserved SK_eleven 2024

Holden Federico - Dust [SK11X025]

Sciahri - Pareidolia II - SUBL014

A1 One Letter
A2 Homid
B1 10k In One Year
B2 No Tears


Cat. SUBL014
Format: Vinyl & Digital
Release date: 17.05.24

Sublunar proudly presents "Pareidolia II," the latest EP by Sciahri, marking the next chapter in an evolving sonic journey following its first installment. This four-track release explores a spectrum of techno landscapes, offering a blend of pulsating rhythms, hypnotic sequences, and emotive soundscapes.

On the A-side, "One Letter" captivates with its infectious groove and fluid bassline, while "Homid" invites listeners on a minimalist journey, where hypnotic synth sequences create an enthralling atmosphere that captivates from start to finish.

Flipping to the B-side, "10k In One Year" enthralls with its sharp stabs and captivating rhythms, while "No Tears" delves into deeper, more introspective territories, combining classic elements with modern sensibilities.
"Pareidolia II" invites listeners to immerse themselves in a diverse array of techno experiences, each track offering a unique perspective on the genre. It's a testament to Sciahri's artistry and Sublunar's commitment to pushing sonic boundaries.

w & p by Sciahri
Mastered By - Neel at Enisslab in Rome

Sciahri - Pareidolia II - SUBL014

Artist(s): Various Artists
Label: @grabthegroove
Catalog: GTGDGTL001
Format: Digital
Genre: Electronic
Style: Techno
Release Date: 03.05.2024
Mastering: @mython_music
Artwork: @morgenstern_sb

Label links:
Bandcamp: grabthegroove.bandcamp.com
Instagram: www.instagram.com/grabthegroove

→ On May 3rd, 2024, Grab The Groove is excited to release GTG DGTL 001, our first digital compilation that epitomizes the synergy of tradition and innovation in techno music. This seminal collection includes contributions from respected techno artists Nemoral, Sicion, James Harbrecht, Khas, and KaioBarssalos, each bringing their unique flair to the mix. GTG DGTL 001 not only honors the rich heritage of techno but also showcases its evolving landscape, reinforcing our dedication to exploring the depth and dynamism of the genre. This release bridges the historical roots and the forward-looking potential of techno, featuring tracks that capture the quintessential essence of its timeless appeal.

→ Techno is about groove tearing off the roof. Stick to the truth.

→ A compilation curated by lovers for lovers.

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GTG DGTL 001 | Previews

A1. Stojche - Counterpunch
A2. Stojche - Chordal Tribe
B1. Stojche - Signal Drive
B2. Stojche - Metaphor

Pre-order here: www.fuse.be/fuse04

Macedonia’s own Stojche is Fuse’s next guest for the club's freshly made imprint. The long standing DJ and producer has been known to keep Detroit’s playfully hybrid style as the focus of his work and ‘Metaphor’ is the case in point. His four tracks bounce through a nostalgic balance of techno, house, and more with a modern crisp. A refreshing take on club music, Stojche keeps techno’s sometimes nonchalant attitude at arms length with a charismatic record that hits its mark with every measure. 


The record’s first track ‘Counterpunch’ features heavily lined percussion but still brews up a storm far and wide with resonant dub stabs and open hi hats. The drum machine boasts a full spectrum, rolling through a light show of melodic flashes, perfect for a room compressing soundsystem. The maximalist, vintage detail that Stojche brings to his compositions blurs the lines between classic genres in a time of hasty hybridization, which gives it a sort of authenticity that can’t be taken for granted. ‘Chordal Tribe’, on the other hand, raises the general euphoria of the EP. Luring in the listener with bright pads and full-on drums, Stochje’s work is reliable main slot material that adds color to any mix while providing a persuasive low end. Shimmering hi hats give it an ethereal quality making it an appropriate interlude for almost any context. Moving on to the B side, the producer sharpens up his rhythm and emphasizes the hardgroove influence in ‘Signal Drive’. Softening the pace of his drums with free use of melodic chord stabs, Stojche opens up his dance floor for a crowd bonding record once again, complete with filter transitions and pummeling toms. As the final contribution, his title track ‘Metaphor’ begins with a more obscure opening to conclude his EP for Fuse. Leaning more to a techno cut, the record remains flamboyant as ever with open hats and rides shuffling through his arrangement. A muted main synth becomes apparent to focus the energy of the track while allowing for liveset-like drum flickering to take shape beneath, claiming the immortality of old club records with the technical precision of a seasoned modern producer.

Written & produced by Stojche
Mastering by Ahmet Altinbas
Artwork by Ahmet Altinbas
Layout by Studio Phazed

FUSE04 • Stojche - Metaphor

HATE exclusive premiere.
Full streaming of the EP soon on our HATE YouTube channel.

Support the label, buy it here:
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Artist: Alarico 
Title: Carnaval Fever 
Label: Primal Instinct Rec.
Catalogue: PI03
Format: 12" Vinyl
Genre: Electronic
Style: #Techno
Release date: May 3, 2024

Mastering by Charles Accarisi 
Artwork by Cardle Design 

Tracklist:
A1. Alarico - The Hive
A2. Alarico - Carnal Fever
B1. Alarico - Sweating Souls
B2. Alarico - Toilet Rush
B3. Alarico - Aftermath

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As one of the most Sought after artists of the recent years, there is no doubt that "Alarico" is on the front line of the new generational techno movement. After recent releases in labels such as Klockworks, Token and Mutual Rytm, The Milan Based producer taking the gloves off and Debuting his first solo EP on his Co owned label "Primal instinct" alongside Chlär, The anticipated 5 tracker release "Carnal Fever", is an impeccable showcase of Alarico's ability to push his musical aesthetics even further and keep developing his signatured modern minimalistic textures into new levels.

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Carnaval Fever

Aftermath

Premiere: Alarico - Aftermath [PI03]

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Artist: Connor Wall
Title: Human Obsolete EP
Cat. Number: FLOAT076
Format: Digital

OECUS Premiere YouTube: https://youtu.be/zRHZw5luyKM

OECUS Premiere | Connor Wall - Disturbed [FLOAT076]

@Benales / @Mitsubasa

Bandcamp - https://mitsubasa.bandcamp.com/album/constant-motion-ep-mtb012
YouTube - https://youtu.be/AXYlBRFyeo0

Mitsubasa is a vinyl and digital techno label that is becoming a go to imprint having featured tracks by artists like Zadig, Rove Ranger and Gerald VDH.

Benales is a vinyl aficionado from Paris who has been DJing and mixing for more than 20 years. He has performed in clubs around Europe, including Tresor in Berlin, Rex Club, Le Sucre, and Concrete as well as performing with major techno acts like Surgeon, DVS1, Zadig, Steve Bicknell, DJ Pete, and James Ruskin of Blueprint. As a producer, he has appeared on Technasia's Sino, Eduardo De La Calle's Analogue Solutions, Philippe Petit's Knotweed, and Freddy K's KEY Vinyl.

For this DT:Premiere we selected "Sorrow" that's a pacy percussive workout with driving energy, and a warm soul from the deep chords creating a smooth, sonic texture for an extra dreamy experience.

LABEL: Mitsubasa

CAT#: MTB012
ARTIST: Benales
TITLE: Constant Motion

FORMAT: Vinyl & Digital

RELEASED: 17 May 2024

01. Sorrow
02. Kinetic
03. Flux
04. Kinetic (Jancen Remix)
05. Sorrow (Utroit & K.O.S Remix) [Digital Only]

Buy @ Bandcamp

DT:Premiere | Benales - Sorrow [Mitsubasa]

Juan Atkins and Moritz von Oswald – the two indispensable protagonists of the Electric Garden – plug back into the wilderness. Transport – the new full length effort of the Borderland collaborative project – brings together a new set of studio-refined sequences aimed at colonizing some of the dark energy that pulsates through those areas that are thoroughly electrified, even if not ‘on the grid’. ‘Riod’ is the first streak to bolt through.

The Detroit-Berlin axis triangulates to a third point which, like the atomic particle that lives in two places at once, flickers between a form of techno-charged ambience and a futuristic club-jazz which cannot be broken down into constitutive parts. Borderland remains caught in a state of enraptured stillness, invisibly moving between every
imagined future for electronic sound making. The result: a font from which springs serene and exhilarating musical ideas that vibrate with refined energy for sixty seconds in every minute.

Transport will release on CD / 2LP, on April 22nd.
‘Riod’ will release on 12” on March 11th.

B. Borderland - Riod (Version)

Couldn't find it on soundcloud...this is me uploading it.

Theo Parrish - Lost Angel

At midnight, on March 13th 1991, a basement door opened at Leipziger Strasse 126, Berlin. Through this door, many passed, on their way to defining new terrains in electronic music. There they found a dance floor in the vaults of a closed-down department store, with a unique sound bound to dense fog, building night after night a history that was also a vision of the future. 

This history has seen in Jeff Mills’ first sets on three turntables, Underground Resistance's first live appearances in Europe, grandiose Tresor Park parties, to various chapters of the Loveparade with Sven Väth in the 90s and since then countless generation-spanning parties. These moments represent the highlights of infinite personal clubbing experiences. It is the manifestation of the Berlin spirit, emerging from its considerable strife. This history is not without its complications - from temporary closure by the authorities and several raids in the early years to closure and demolition of the old location in 2005. What followed was years of wandering in exile and, finally, resurrection in the new home in Kraftwerk Berlin.

These stories, conversations and shared experiences within our walls forge a resilience that drives towards a shared ideal, the Tresor sound: community, resistance, and the world to come. This was observed in the newly re-unified German youth, who danced and celebrated together from the club’s inception, and into the present day through ongoing community work in Detroit. 

Tresor Records was founded in the same year and began to serve as a platform for exporting the new sounds associated with Tresor all around the world. Emergent musicians from Michigan, such as Juan Atkins, Underground Resistance and Drexciya, were pivotal in shaping these early years. Their visits to Berlin would kick-start dialogue between the youth movement in Europe and these musicians. This story is one of friendship and community-building, inextricably linked with cities like Detroit, Birmingham or Edinburgh, where like-minded friends built something truly special, where revelatory rhythms soundtrack decaying industry in corrupted metropoles. 

Tresor Records has been the fertile soil for dozens upon dozens of creative minds, from the very luminaries of the scene who developed electronic music over the last three decades through to contemporary protagonists who are currently defining the sound of the future -  A more than 300 strong catalogue displays an unmistakable identity - the Tresor spirit.

To those that have danced before, and to those that will dance in the future: the light at the end of the long Tresor tunnel is a signal. A flicker amidst the fog. This is our future. This is our place.

B. Borderland - Riod (Version)

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