The most interesting names breaking-through from the underground electronic music scene

Trommel: InSession

Wiggy flow...layers...The dark. A rare appearance from @phonotheque resident Kino who joins the series from Berlin. Commanding the room.

@kino-2

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Alien Communications resident Loa Szala, a fast-rising name in electronic music's spiky edges, drops by for DIM303. An hour of electro, techno and house from a Polish-born, London-based DJ who's quietly captivating presence from the booth is matched with a deeply dug and refined record bag. 

Catch Loa spinning this year at Dimensions.
@loaszala

DIM303 - Loa Szala

Artwork by: Sarah Koeke
@superluminalrecordings

Live Mix: Matthias @ Superluminal at Ziegrastraße 11

Barcelona based Ukrainian O’FourtyFour aka Pahatam has been making his way through the underground jungle for some time now and at present he is nearing a new level. Being a part of the resident team of Closer has meant that he has been able to flourish into the forward thinking artist you see before you. Having built a solid name for himself under his previous moniker Evgeny has now added releases on labels such as Sequalog and Amanita Gems to his discography.

Wading into our newest addition to the InSession series O'FortyFour wastes absolutely no time at all in setting up an outrageous vibe. Industrious bleeps meet angular basslines head on where they do battle against the rising tide of thunderous drums and percussion. For those of you that have not made the trip to Closer or Brave Factory this mix will act as a snapshot into the obscene energy levels that can be found at every area of the sprawling events.

https://soundcloud.com/pahatam
https://www.instagram.com/ofortyfour_pahatam/

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From his first few releases on the influential Interactive Test label and as Major Hypnotic Key Institute, Miki was a key figure in shaping the early techno landscape. It's testament to his staying power that he's been able to remain cutting edge for so long, with many of his records getting a new lease of life when picked up by the usual suspects.

This mix checks in at almost three hours and is a consummate display of the man's talents; the sheer breadth of his record collection and the skilful manner it's woven together in all befitting of a 30+ year veteran.

https://soundcloud.com/dj-miki

Miki

Live recording on Barcelona party Buit at Laut, Barcelona, December 2023

OTH MIXES 11 - Kino (Live recording at @Buit,  December 2023)

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Shakolin is a long-time resident DJ of Closer club and the founder of Closer Record Store (defunct since 2023 due to his relocation from Kyiv to Berlin). With over 15 years of playing records and running the record store so loved by the most discerning diggers, it’s no surprise that his knowledge of electronic music will match one of a librarian. That perfectly shows in Shakolin’s DJ sets abounding in old and new sounds - functional yet never straight-up club music, his records are a journey that’s deep and mystical, groovy and freakish. With exceptional easiness, he weaves them into powerful, punchy, and infectious dance stories.

FLV 022 - Shakolin

Renegade Season is perhaps one of the most active names in UKG and his discography and bandcamp profiles will seriously attest to this. From his regular salvo of dubplates and his indelible link to the inhumanly prolific Sky Joose, Renegade has created a mainline to the roots of UKG. Being an independent and self-sufficient vehicle for shining a light on the talents of Sky Jooce, Renegade Season’s goal is dedicated to unearthing the gems that he has tucked away in his locker and presenting them to the world. By doing so, Renegade Season uses the voice he has created via his Youtube channel and returns the power to the artist to help them harness the potential of their music and creative ideas.

All the tracks in the mix are produced by Sky Jooce and they are expertly stitched together by Renegade, we doubt there would be a DJ that would know these tracks better than he. Not allowing the groove to drop out for too long, this mix from Renegade is a blistering snapshot of where UKG has been and where it is headed with a new slant on the Garage sound with shadowy textures and murky undertones. These vibes are kept in check by the smile-inducing rhymes and insane bassline action throughout and some of these tracks have been taken from the upcoming SkyKap album which is going to drop in the near future. Not wishing to offer too much in the way of our usual fanfare regarding the mix, we have opted to take Renegade Season’s lead and let the music do the talking. 

https://www.instagram.com/renegadeseason/
https://soundcloud.com/renegadeseason
https://www.youtube.com/@renegadeseason666

Renegade Season - Trommel InSession 123

Welcome to Cartulis Music podcast series, where Kashawar, a true music aficionado, takes you on a journey through the mesmerizing world of sound.

His passion for music knows no bounds. With an insatiable appetite for vinyl, he meticulously hunts for records, uncovering rare gems that resonate with soulful melodies and captivating beats. 

Kashawar invites you to explore his sonic realm. Join him on this adventure as he shares his boundless passion for music, offering a glimpse into his world and leaving you craving more.

Kashawar - Cartulis Podcast 060

An accomplished artist, Elias Sternin is a name on the rise. This Uruguayan has, in recent times, become a much more regular fixture around Europe and beyond. With releases for the likes of Cupula Records, Mung Records, LeMaia, and then there is also Elias’ own label Ratiug Recordings. With his sound coming straight from his home country which seems to specialise in acid drenched house and techno Elias is also a very skilled digger. The result of his digging sessions is a refined sound that really sets him a part once he takes control of the DJ booth.

Going straight for the jugular from the off, Elias utilises his full tool kit of raw sine wave synth lines, earthquake inducing basslines, and pitched vocals but there is always a slight curve ball in the percussion. This is where his digging skills and Urugyiuan roots come into play as, regardless of the ferocity of the electronics there is always a little something that is not expected. This is the x-factor that will continue to shine a light on his name. This mix for InSession series is a true testament to this rising star.

https://soundcloud.com/eliassternin
https://www.instagram.com/eliassternin1/

Elias Sternin - Trommel InSession 124

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Parisian DJ, producer and label head Poggio is currently adding swathes of genre defining music to his artillery. From his deep rooted involvement in the French scene this artist has staked his name on the depth of his record collection and heights of his productions. As well as his own tracks, alongside Gabriel Belabbas, he has also now created a platform for others to shine by way of his Positive Future Music. Already at edition five which featured killer tracks from Juaan, Ramez, Plazeg, and his own co-produced hitter alongside Aline Umber, this explains what realms he maneuvers in. 

Having been on our radar for sometime, we thought it was high time he joined our InSession series and Poggio comes correct with an extract from his set at Bürro in Mainz, Germany. By now you should have spotted on our socials the trademark curved hangar style club that as well as boasting an impressive built in lighting rig offers sizzling dancefloor scenes on the regular. This night is clearly no different as Poggio quickly shifts through the gears pummeling the crowd with wave after wave of chest caving beats and outrageous acid basslines. As with all our InSession artists, Poggio is one to watch and to most definitely one to catch in action as soon as possible.

https://soundcloud.com/poggio
https://www.instagram.com/paulo_poggio/

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Hackney born and bred artist Anna Wall has more than proved her chops way before her high profile appointment as fabric resident back in 2019. Her productions for a wide swathe of labels in recent years as well as her growing self made discography on her own labels The Bricks and Dream Theory command the utmost respect. The former imprint has been a constant source of dancefloor weaponry and has already delivered its eighth edition, much to the enjoyment of some of the most raucous dancefloors around. As well as penning outrageous hitters Anna is always a sure fire bet for her outstanding skills in the DJ booth and she has a massive summer schedule ahead of her that includes appearances at Houghton Festival, ION Festival, Junction 2, Madruga Festival, Baum Festival, Glastonbury, the huge FFRC x fabric 25 years event at OFF Week, and of course her beloved fabric residency.

There is a very good reason that her skills are in high demand and that is largely down to her deft record selections. A self confessed vinyl head of the highest order, her record bag always spans a finely curated cross section of techno, acid, crunchy breaks, and bass loaded hitters. So, it is with this wealth of wax knowledge that we welcome Anna Wall to our Insession series. Atmospheric breakbeats effortlessly bleed into one and other as she slowly dials up the pressure until it breaks into the euphoric electro gems that have become her calling card. Anna is a truly versatile artist that proves time again and again by the diverse lineups that she is welcomed into. If you haven't caught her in action yet, make it your goal this summer.

https://soundcloud.com/djannawall
https://www.instagram.com/djannawall/

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