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

Trommel: InSession

Ukrainian artist and live act Victor.b is turning heads and with a balls out style such as his this was always going to be the outcome. Thumping grooves, fizzing basslines and scything pads are his weapons of choice. A well known name in the Eastern European scene is now getting the rightful recognition he deserves and we are proud to be a part of that.

Victor.b now turns in a sizzling live set for our InSession series and with serious electro tinges and squelching synth lines this hour long performance is not for the faint hearted. Straight to the point and no messing around, Victor’s command of his machines is laid bare on this recording and we have a feeling as a result it won’t be long before he appears on a lineup near you soon.

https://www.instagram.com/_victor.b._/
https://soundcloud.com/v1ctor_b

victor.b (live) - Trommel InSession 107

For our next InSession mix we present a live set from festival curator, label owner, and super talented live artist P.O. The aforementioned festival and label of the same name of Era.Ora couples together an energetic mix of sounds that go some way to define what P.O himself prides himself on. From his own releases on the likes of Griffe and 22Recordings his style is upfront, but always with a twist of the mystique.

His recording is a unique blend of rugged basslines, heavy hitting drums, a smattering of French Touch, and the odd curveball. This all combines to produce the desired effect, which is a sound palette that is all his own. This Corsican is quickly on the ascent and one listen to this tour de force will explain why his live sets are so highly prized.

https://www.instagram.com/ordion/

Sense Of Future

P.O (live) - Trommel InSession 108

A valued member of the ever ready Pager Records crew, and of course the wider Frankfurt / Offenbach clique, Tiago knows exactly how to produce the type of wry smile that only good solid house music can. What can we say about his releases? Well, for a start, one of his most recent outings is a badass remix of Harry Wills’ squelchy “Strollin” on Dansu Discs. As well as this, he has just dropped the next edition on his jointly ran JISUL imprint with the excellent “What’s More Special” EP from the man himself.

Wielding an irresistibly slick take on feel good house music, and with the help of the guitar licks of a Spirit Catcher’s groover, Walter tips his hat to French Touch. Bouncy vibes bubble up throughout this mix and it is clearly built for the magical morning hours. Tiago’s mix for our InSession series hits the sweet spot between crowd pleasure and legit fire. 

linktr.ee/tiagowalter

Tiago Walter - Trommel InSession 109

Dutch artist Joren Edwards has consistently impressed with his deep, yet thoroughly techy output. With sterling editions of his work finding rightful homes on labels such as Crossed Grooves, Atipic, PIV, VBX, as well as an incoming bomb EP for Italian imprint Fake Society, few can deny his credentials. One feat that few can lay claim to is being as deft in front of a pair of turntables as they are in the studio, Joren takes this offering one step further with a kick ass live set to boot.

Utilising hardware to create and recreate music is what playing live is all about and Joren is well known for his love of gear. On his live set for our InSession series he makes use of his trusty APC, Elektron Digitone, and Roland TR8S and the results are a deep, lush trip through minimal techno. Joren has also opted to add his laptop to his setup where all manner of processing and sample triggering is housed, we can only imagine of the goldmine of apps and musical extracts live here. Recorded live at his home studio, this live set is a like a warm cosy blanket that envelopes the listener from start to finish. One to be enjoyed in a comfy chair with headphones as well as at full volume while getting your groove on.

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

Joren Edwards (live) - Trommel InSession 110

We have said it before many times and we will say it again, the strength of a club or club night is built on the quality of its residents. One such club that has gone from strength to strength is Italian juggernaut After Caposile and Maggio has been integral in their undoubted success. While it is almost impossible to mention Maggio and not mention After Caposile there is much more to this artist than just his residency. For a starter, the Italian dropped the shimmering “Discoline” EP back at the peak of summer there is little doubt that this would have done serious damage out in the Garden inside After Caposile. Then came the dreamy “Just Landed” which made up part of  “The Sound Of Garden Selection Vol I” and proved that this promising producer has a bright future.

Moving on to Maggio’s mix for our InSession series and its grooves from start until the end and no question. A sound crafted from hours spent playing to some of the most up for it crowds we have seen and we can see why there is so much energy on the After Caposile dancefloors. Bounding basslines, punchy percussion and a vibe that sits so perfectly with the Italian night spot. If you have been to After Caposile you will know how essential Maggio’s sets are. If you are yet to experience this venue, then we are sure that this set will make up your mind.

https://linktr.ee/maggio.ita

Maggio - Trommel InSession 111

With the star of Torino crew Outcast firmly set to skywards, one of the driving forces Cristian Sarde is one of the minds that has piloted them to the lofty space they now occupy. Having been throwing some of the most outrageous low key raves on the continent, Their laser scoped booking policy, Keen ear for a hidden wax gem, a group of like minded and highly focused individuals were always going to go far. They have a lot going for them but none of this would be possible without talent and Cristian exemplifies the hard work of the whole team. 

Bouncing between dark, electro charged house and techno and more obscure ambient touches, the Outcast sound is wide ranging as is the guests they invite to their parties. Recent headliners have included Bakked, Nicolas Lutz, Z@p, KINO, Detroit In Effect, as well as co-hosting parties with Kappa Futur, Melcure & Distrikt Paris, My Own Jupiter, and all this, incredibly since the summer. Cristian is right in the middle of all of it and so him now progressing as an artist in his own right was also inevitable. This journey has also been supercharged by way of Cristian and fellow Outcaster Salvatore Ficara’s new imprint Radici Rec.

It was also a no brainer to invite Cristian to deliver his audio vision and like the sprawling parties and after hours that Cristian excels at his mix offers a crash course in the full spectrum of his capabilities. From the eerily soundscape that sets the tone for the next hour, Cristian soon begins shifting through the gears and drops a steady slew of hard to find wax only gems that are soon to send Discogs into meltdown if they are ever ID’d. Expect to be seeing Cristian and his crew a lot more and we are expecting big things indeed.

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

Cristian Sarde - Trommel InSession 112

We continue our podcast love affair with French artists with another rising star in Nemo Vachez. If you have been paying attention this week you will have noticed that we have been showing some serious love to Nemo and rightly so. His debut album has just dropped on his co-ran buy on sight imprint Forest Ill Records and true to form it manages to shoe horn in a wide swathe of genres across the 4 x 12” LP. From chunky electro, low slung beats, nasty riddims, and our recent premiere “Hey DJ (Radio Mix)” which squeezes in a mind bending amount of samples into its run time. 

There is also the label itself, founded by Idris Bena, Nadir Sanchez, Steve Didion, and of course Nemo Vachez has been a constant source of fire. Nemo is more than just the co-owner of a really great label, he regularly drops slabs of science on labels such as Rakya Records, Opia, and Lowmoneymusiclove. These skills just happen to transfer nicely into the DJ booth and this takes the Parisian artist far and wide.

Moving onto the mix, and after a sultry lead in, the disco pressure is applied at just the right level. Cowbells, piano licks, deep probing basslines, all have their space at the controls of Nemo Vachez. As you might expect, there is a huge amount of musical content transferred into Vachez’s mix, but it never feels over-saturated or too busy. Just when the energy levels peak, Nemo pulls it back and slaps a funky bassline down and a new avenue opens up.. 

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

Nemo Vachez - Trommel InSession 113

Amsterdam based Eversines is most definitely one of these artists that is always capable of taking a dancefloor on a proper journey. The Breakfast Club resident and De Lichting label co-founder has a huge amount of sounds to draw upon as his discography will give a massive hint towards. Works on the likes of Twig, Slow Life, his own De Lichting, as well as Kalahari Oyster Club and his album “Dwang” on Ninih being particular personal highlights for us. 

With a sound palette ranging from lush soundscapes, and tight modular grooves, right the way through to the toughest of kicks and outrageous acid lines. This is an ethos that Eversines propels into his DJ sets as well as his live performances, and for an example of the latter check out our coverage of Breakfast Club’s marathon at this year’s ADE where he had The Other Side rocking.

In keeping with this wide array of sounds at his disposal, Eversines has lovingly crafted a near 2 hour trip that treads a deeper path but peppered with moments of peak time action that he regularly dips into. Taking care to slowly build up the pressure, deep analog rhythms are a mainstay while atmospheric techno, proto tech house, and the odd progressive gem is used to punctuate the mood nicely. If you are still undecided what to do this NYD, Breakfast Club will be again presenting a marathon this time to usher in 2024 and Eversines will play b2b with bossman Pieter Jansen.

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

Eversines - Trommel InSession 114

Italian hotshot Yaar Kü has been a pivotal part of the huge success of After Caposile, having helped it grow from a humble Sunday after hours to the worldwide powerhouse it currently is. Having honed his craft in the garden and in the main room, Yaar Kü has distilled his sound over years of experimentation to produce the heady sonics that his sets burst with. Outside of his home turf, there have been many highlights to speak of and with slots at Les Enfants Brillants, Butik Festival, Distrikt Bar in Leeds, and Yellow House during  Amsterdam Dance Event there will surely be many more in 2024.

As well as a steady slew of top drawer bookings on the horizon, Yaar Kü is also in the process of forging his path in the studio. Being a part of the label output from Caposile Music is not a prerequisite as the brand is built on quality and their residents need to adhere to this. Luckily for AC there are bombs a plenty to be found in Yaar Kü’s studio. This has already begun to bear fruits with releases on his beloved Caposile Music by way of a sole EP, an inclusion on “The Sound of the Garden” VA, and most recently the impressive collab alongside Miller for Les Enfants Records.

Moving on to this week's InSession edition and we find this Italian in scintillating form with a barrage of punchy selections that we can visualise destroying every part of the dancefloor. From proto house and deeper cuts there is a distinct Italo flavour that underpins the mix to devastating effect. We would be selling both artist and mix extremely short to say that this is part of the sound that makes up After Caposile, but there is little doubt that Yaar Kü’s influence is a clear indicator of the vibe that makes up this special place.

https://soundcloud.com/yaarkumusic
https://www.instagram.com/yaarku/

Yaar Kü - Trommel InSession 115

The last InSession of the year is coming from Lviv, Ukraine, where Yaroslav M is located. Also known as AC130, he’s been in the game for years. He started from video production for the local Hypnohouse series, and was then promoted to be part of the crew, who later launched the label with the Hypnohouse name on it. 

Amongst that, he started his way of producing, feeding a lot of demos to his friends at first. The second step came very quickly, the releases on Griffe and Lonewolf made him a part of the Lviv-based producers’ crew. 
A bit later he started to perform at the parties, where his style caught attention very quickly, balancing between classic obscure records and his signature modern sound. After that – owning his own label became a thing. And, since you can’t just stop after one – he’ll have one more next year, you’re probably the first ones hearing that news. Stay tuned for the names and more news.

For this InSession he prepared a solid live performance with his signature kinda dark, but also progressive, so still very danceable vibe. Especially in its second part.

https://www.instagram.com/miseryoverdispute/
https://soundcloud.com/a_c130

Yaroslav M (live) - Trommel InSession 116

The Berlin based, Ukrainian duo of E.Lina and Annyrock have been making their way through a serious amount of parties in recent years. From gracing the decks at Berlin’s finest raves to heading off on their combined travels, this pair of artists are a force to be reckoned with when in solo mode but when side by side they demand attechtion. Having starred at the recent Amsterdam Dance Event parties that included VBX, SlapFunk and of course our own party at Hoppetosse back in April. 

It was of course only a matter of time before we just had to get E.Lina and Annyrock in for our InSession series. Combining club-ready sounds that straddle punchy house, ethereal acid, and a smattering of atmospheric techno. We can guarantee that you will be seeing and hearing a lot more from this duo in the coming months and years, and with a mix as great as this it is clear to see why.

https://soundcloud.com/elinaelian
https://www.instagram.com/e.lina.elian/

https://soundcloud.com/annyrock
https://www.instagram.com/annyrock_/

E.Lina & Annyrock - Trommel InSession 117

Having just presented one of our recent Free Download tracks, we just couldn't wait to hear how Spanish talent would approach a mix for our InSession series. Followers of this growingly indemand artist may perhaps be surprised to hear his chosen direction, but this is by no means a bad thing as his recording will attest. It is clear from his usual DJ sets and of course his on point productions that Ildec is to become more than a force to be reckoned with.

Melding all manner of electro gems with forgotten classics such as “Rocker” and “Italian Fireflies” Ildec is not just an artist that pushes brand news sounds. This is a mix that treads the borders between Ambient, Electro, Italo, Synth Pop, and even New Wave. Ildec clearly knows his history as well as what it takes to craft a set with a more downtempo slant. With the BPM’s not ticking over into peak time mode there is no need to push the pedal right to the floor as Ildec gives a refreshing masterclass in refrained heat. 

https://www.instagram.com/ildeccc/
https://soundcloud.com/ilde-ausie

Ildec - Trommel InSession 118

A pillar of the Danish underground, Markovela has crafted an enviable position in a scene that only comes with having countless locked-in dancefloor moments under his belt. Moving the Scandinavian scene on a glacial level, few have had the level of input into the musical landscape than this next level digger. Cherishing his domestic scene as if an extension of his own flesh and blood, Markovela pours love and affection on the dancefloor with each passing transition and the connection that is established could not be more heartfelt. 

Throughout the full run time of this mix the thread of emotion could not be more cohesive. From slick, stripped back grooves courtesy of Audio Werner to uplifting gems that will rarely see the light of day outside his own record bag. Segueing from mood to mood with an ease that is difficult to comprehend at times, but that is not for you to worry about. Leave that Markovela.

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

Markovela - Trommel InSession 119

The Italian duo of Noha and Alex Tea have been crafting intricate club ready weapons for quite some time and have collaborated on many releases, most notably on Noha’s Panick Panick! Imprint. The connection stretches back much further as the two artists have been friends for many years with the first Pathagonia release “Chi Ci Pensa“ EP landing on the aforementioned label. From there, the direction has been set between the dancefloor and the stars and everywhere in between as their output has graced the vinyl sleeves of lauded imprints such as Yoyaku and Visionquest with much more top shelf music in the works.

Further cementing their more direct approach to the dancefloor, Pathagonia are straight out of the box with a slew of tightly woven peak time house bits. Angular basslines, crisp percussion and lush soundscapes are put to excellent use here. If you are looking for an insistent soundtrack, Pathagonia have this exceedingly well covered. Never letting the energy levels drop below that of a low boil, the Italians are on fire from the first beat to the last.

https://soundcloud.com/pathagoniamusic
https://www.instagram.com/path_agonia

Pathagonia (Noha & Alex Tea) - Trommel InSession 120

Co-founder of the respected Zaza Island events, Roni Amitai has grown as an artist almost as quickly as her rapidly expanding record collection. Together with Hilu, they have grown their event series to an enviable level that has meant they are able to invite top artists such as Sammy Dee, Cristi Cons and the Half Baked crew, Anthea, Francesco Del Garda, and Traumer. The list goes on and on, and it will continue to rise and rise. 

Having been looking to bring Roni to the fold for some time now, we are happy to present her mix for your listening pleasure. Clocking in at just under 2 hours long, Roni is able to begin her trip with a smooth selection of 90’s dreamy house jams before peppering more underground sounds around the decks. Like the guests she welcomes on a regular basis Roni quickly moves through the gears and even drops back a few in order to take off in a different direction. This mix is definitely one for the diggers with an ear for 90’s house and techno, you won't be disappointed.

https://soundcloud.com/r-f-6
https://www.instagram.com/roniamitai/

Roni Amitai - Trommel InSession 121

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/

O'FortyFour - Trommel InSession 122

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

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

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/

Poggio - Trommel InSession 125

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/

Anna Wall - Trommel Insession 126

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