Hanstler, delivers this stunning 4th release onto the label, and takes us through a journey of high volume, Peak Time vibes, before sending us deep down and hypnotic into the raw side of Techno.

This is a superb Techno track that has a incredible story to tell.
Are you ready to ride with us?

Hanstler - Love Dance Rave

We welcome onto the label with our 5th release, the extremely talented, Tim Jackman. Tim delivers a 2 track EP that's raw to the floor, with deep, hypnotic synths, and undertones to send you down and dark into the depths of mesmerising Techno.

We know that you are going to vibe with these 2 tracks just as much as we have.

Tim Jackman - Mind Drill (Original Mix)

Nickonthebeat lands from the shores of Australia with a bang onto Malfunction. This extra special press of 3 rolling tracks of Hardgroove Techno, that's full of groovy percussion, raw beats, and hypnotic vibes is going to jack-your-body in ways you never knew existed.

We know you are going to love these beats, and we cannot wait to get Nickonthebeat back onto the label later in 2025.

Let's go.

Glenmore Rooftop  (Original mix)

Get Closer  (Original mix)

We are excited to launch our brand new Techno label with two big tracks from System 97 - Purize & Decide

Purize  (Original Mix)

Decide (Original Mix)

WAE, label boss, Danny Fontana brings the heat with the second release on Malfunction, with two raw, hypnotic tracks that take you deep into the music, and send you through a journey of underground Techno.

Mdma (Original Mix)

Mescaline (Original Mix)

With our 7th release onto the label we bring 3 fresh new producers with an EP that will inject energy into all Techno dance floors.

H-EX  'With Drop Tha Sound', is a rolling, hardgroove Techno banger with plenty of energy & groove.

DvK  'Rudra' gives us some raw, hypnotic, rolling Techno that's driving and full of flavour.

MOODIA 'Get Closer' This finishes off the EP with some smooth, deep, underground vibes that's perfect for an end of night set, sending you floating off into another dimension.

We are very excited about this release, and we know that you are going to love all 3 tracks.

Drop Closer EP

Drop Tha Sound

Drop Closer

Get Closer

GET CLOSER

Toxic EP delivers us two raw, deep & hypnotic tracks from Spanish producer HIT-LINE.

'Red Smoke' has a driving kick, and groovy percussion that keeps you lost in the vibe.

'Toxic' keeps rolling with heavy rides, sending you into a deep trance like state of underground Techno.

We can't wait for you to hear this release.
Team-MF

Toxic  (Original mix)

Toxic EP

Red Smoke  (Original mix)

Flying onto the label with an almighty bang, Leeks delivers this 2 track EP that is going to set the dance floor on fire.

'The Wasp' with its hypnotic buzzing vibes leaves you searching deep into the music only to unravel a huge sting of rolling Techno flavour injected into your soul.

'Du Bei' takes control of the grooves, with rolling percs & a bassline that will get your feet stomping all the way to your next rave.

Massive thanks to Leeks with this incredible release.

The Wasp EP - Leeks - 

The Wasp (Original Mix)

The Wasp EP - Leeks

Leeks - Du Bei (Original Mix)

We welcome Patrick Diessner onto the label with this beautiful release.

'Toxic Sunrise' is a hypnotic journey through rolling percussion, and a groovy bassline, taking you deep into the waves of tribal Techno.

System 97 is back to deliver his retake of this track, with a signature sound of deep bass, and layers of atmosphere to you get lost in the music.

Thank you you listening to our releases.
We know you are going to love these flavours.

Toxic sunrise

Toxic Sunrise

Toxic Sunrise (System 97 Remix)

Alex Cordova makes his debut onto the label with this 2 track EP of Raw, deep & hypnotic underground Techno vibes.

Track:1 - SILUETA - punches through with it's driving high-hats and rolling percussion that's full throttle energy.

Track:2 - BAILA CONMIGO - digs deeper with crunchy kicks, and a haunting stab that's full of pure techno dirt.

Hold on to your hats, this one's ready for take off.

Silueta EP

SILUETA

BAILA CONMIGO

Debut release onto Malfunction, we welcome L.O.S

We have a twisted 2 track EP of broken & raw Techno.

'Invert' with it's hypnotic sirens, punchy kicks take us on a moody journey.

'Mend' is totally broken Techno that will break your mind with it's driving bass-line and break-beat vibes.

Stay tuned for more to come from L.O.S
He has a bright future ahead.....

Invert EP

Invert

Mend

With our very first release from System 97 hitting the number 2 spot in the R/D/H release chart, we wanted to re-visit this awesome EP, and bring you 3 fresh new remixes that are sure to leave you wanting to hear more.

Annie Hill, delivers an incredible remix of 'Decide'
Alex Cordova, takes us on a journey with his version of 'Purize'
Leeks, finishes things off with a bang, also re-creating 'Purize

3 wicked producers, 2 awesome remixed tracks, 1 banging EP.

Purize & Decide remixes

Decide

Annie Hill remix

System 97 - Decide  (Annie Hill remix)

Purize

Alex Cordova remix

System 97 - Purize  (Alex Cordova remix)

Leeks remix

System 97 - Purize  (Leeks remix)

This is week: 40 Malfunction Radio  - With Max Aarron

We welcome into the studio for his debut show, Max Aarron.

Max is a Dj & Producer from Brighton. Formerly a resident Dj on Decandance radio, Max is now playing on the South's biggest underground station, Codesouth.

Max has a diverse sound of music, and tonight we are going to be treated into the depths of Techno.

You can find out more about Max here: https://www.instagram.com/unrestricted.maxaarron92/

Alex Cordova's release is officially live for download today you can find it right here:
https://www.beatport.com/release/silueta/4975408

You can follow me right here on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/djjakeduva

Representing Malfunction records, bringing you one hour of upfront Techno. Be sure to follow me on Insta: @djjakeduval and follow the label:
https://www.instagram.com/mal_function_official/

Thank you for all the support.

I will be back in the studio next week with loads of new music.
Have a great weekend.

JD

Max Aarron Week 40 Malfunction Radio

HYPNOTIC (IT) lands onto Malfunction.

This 2 track EP certainly is hypnotic, deep, and raw to the floor.

Track 1: Inside My Mind - takes us into the depths of the deeper side of Techno.

Track 2: Moon - punches through with percussive elements of these fully hypnotic vibes, taking you beyond this world and mind.

Inside My Mind  (Original mix)

Moon  (Original mix)

This is week: 42 Malfunction Radio  - With Banxi

We welcome back with open arms the wonderful Banxi!

This is Caroline's second visit to the studio and we are always excited to hear what delights she will bring.

Banxi plays through several genres of music, and if you have been fortunate enough to hear her play out live, you will know that her music goes deep, and her selections of the music that gets played has so much thought and depth.

Not always getting the chance to play much Techno when out in Brighton, we are excited to hear what Banxi brings to the techno table this evening.

Get ready for a musical journey.

Our latest release is now out on presale:
https://www.beatport.com/release/purize-decide-the-remixes/5075768


Representing Malfunction records, bringing you one hour of upfront Techno. 

Be sure to follow me on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/djjakeduval/ 

Thank you for all the support.

Join me back in the studio next week.

JD

Mal-Function Radio week 42 With Banxi

This is week: 43 Malfunction Radio  - With Jake Duval

As we nudge closer to almost one year of the radio show, I am back in the studio this week to bring you loads more brand new Techno music.

The label Mal-Function is currently on it's 14th release since the start of this year, and we have yet another banger of a release that's currently on pre-sale.

System 97 was the very first release onto the label, and we have revamped this release with 3 amazing remixes from, Annie Hill, Alex Cordova, and Leeks.

Check it out right here:
https://www.beatport.com/release/purize-decide-the-remixes/5075768

Representing Malfunction records, bringing you one hour of upfront Techno. 
Be sure to follow me on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/djjakeduval/ 

Thank you for all the support.

Join us next week where the mighty, Rockets returns with his signature Acid-bass line Techno.

JD

Full track list:

1:   Len Faki, Jancen - Morgana (Original Mix)
2:   Oscar Sanchez - Hirameki (Original mix)
3:   Oscar Sanchez - Yelmo (Original mix)
4:   Nickonthebeat - Causeway (Original mix)
5:   System 97 - Purize (Leeks remix)
6:   Oscar Sanchez - Ozymandias (Original mix)
7:   Tony Baltimore - Kickstorm (original mix)
8:   Nickonthebeat - Dissociation (Original mix)
9:   Damne - Moon Fall (Original Mix)
10: Nickonthebeat - Save Me (Original mix)
11: Tony Baltimore - Dream (original mix)
12: System 97 - Decide (Annie hill remix)
13: s/h/u/y/a - Re:Sunq
14: Ken Ishii - Disturbance (Original Mix)
15: Damne - Makar (Original Mix)
16: Luigi Madonna - Surrogate (Original Mix)
17: Luigi Madonna - Lunar Route (Original Mix)
18: System 97 - Purize (Alex Cordova remix)
19: Tony Baltimore - Long Night (original mix)
20: s/h/u/y/a - Automatic

Mal-Function Radio Week 43 With Jake Duval

This is week: 44 Malfunction Radio - With Rockets

We welcome back into the studio, last year's guest - Rockets.

Rockets is an Italian Dj & producer, and is also a resident Dj for one of Brighton's longest running Techno night's, SIZE.

Known for his signature acid bass-line Techno, we know that you are going to be in for yet another treat from one of Brighton's finest.

Hold tight!!

The label Mal-Function is currently on it's 14th release since the start of this year and today is the official release.

Check it out right here:
https://www.beatport.com/release/purize-decide-the-remixes/5075768

Representing Malfunction records, bringing you one hour of upfront Techno.
Be sure to follow me on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/djjakeduval/

Thank you for all the support.

I am away next weekend playing in London, so we welcome - Wimps for a pre-recorded Techno set. Stay tuned for that.

malfunction week 44 Rockets

This is week 45 of Mal-Function Radio

I am playing at a festival this weekend, and Wimps has stepped in with a pre-recorded guest mix for us. You can follow him on Mixcloud where he has a tonne of amazing content, and mixes from all genres.

https://www.mixcloud.com/Wimps/

Wimps has an excellent ear for great music, and we know that you are going to love this mix from him.

I will back in the studio next week with a bag full of bangers.

Full track list:

1:   Markus suckut - Myth
2:   Pierce - Cloaked intension
3:   Arthur Robert - Plasma wave.
4:   Obscure Shape - My muse is on vacation.
5:   Dj Dextro - All over The World.
6:   Confidential Recipe - Drill
7:   S File - Tape 3
8:   Off/ Grid - Movement
9:   Off / Grid - protect ya deck
10: S File - Tape1
11:  Unknown - Reverse
12: Josh Wink - Progression
13: Floorplan - Enternal Life

Thank you for all of the support

Jake Duval
xx



Mal-Function Radio - Week 45 - Guest Mix - Wimps

Vamos! Oscar Sanchez has landed onto Mal-Function with an almighty, CRASH.

When Oscar sent us these tracks we could not contain our excitement, and we immediately said 'Si si si' to this amazing EP.

The first track has an incredible story that'd inspired by an episode of, Breaking Bad, and the journey throughout this release is simply 'Muy Beuno'.

Gracias Oscar!

Ozymandias  (Original mix)

Oscar Sanchez - Yelmo  (Original mix)

Vamos! Oscar Sanchez has landed onto Mal-Function with an almighty, CRASH.

When Oscar sent us these tracks we could not contain our excitement, and we immediately said 'Si si si' to this amazing EP.

The first track has an incredible story that's inspired by an episode of, Breaking Bad, and the journey throughout this release is simply 'Muy Beuno'.

Gracias Oscar!

Hirameki  (Original mix)

Please like and share this 60 minute mix to help me be in with a chance to play at the legendary, Pikes, in Ibiza. This would be an absoulute dream come true for me. I love Ibiza more than you can possibly imagine, and Pikes is one of my favourite places to visit on the island for an (always) epic night out.

Thank you for your love and support, maybe I will see you at Pikes?
#IWannaPlayPikes

#IWannaPlayPikes

Dj and label owner with almost 30 years of Dj’ing under his belt. Jake has played all across the world and the UK when touring for several brands under the umbrella of, The Ministry of Sound. 

Housexy, Hed Kandi, Anthems and Classics. 

Highlights so far from Jake's career, headlining Pacha, Sharm El Sheikh, Eden Ibiza, Barasti beach in Dubai supporting Robin S and CC Peniston, along with Mark Knight, Seth Troxler, Trent Moller,and many more. 

Playing from classic House, to deep, minimal House and Techno, you can catch Jake playing exclusive House sets, mostly in and around Brighton. 

Jake runs a successful Techno label 'Mal-Function', and is soon be launching his Deep House label 'Dis-Function'.

You can catch his live, Malfunction Radio show every Friday via Mixcloud from 7pm UK time.

And coming this September 2025 Jake is launching his 'Dis-Function' Radio show that will be streamed live every Monday night.

Jake Duval

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