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Oi! This is Nathan Kofi, introducing; “Voltage Controlled Love Affair”. A story about love, love for frequencies, love for the journey, love for the culture and love for ‘the self’.

This record will be my debuting ep since my name changed from Nathan Surreal to Nathan Kofi. And that transformation is evident throughout this ep. The A-side kinda represents ‘the old me’. A1: My Heart Will Go On and A2: Words of Affirmation are both tracks made a little while ago and are cut out of the same wood; a family affair if you wish. They consist of similar samples and thus share sonic DNA, yet reveal two completely different characters in their experience.

Both tracks are fundamentally rooted in a classic ‘house’ ethos and display the use of vocals to enhance the listening experience while it progresses to its full potential. Although the “a1” exudes a more galvanising upbeat energy with a strong pulse triggering bodily movements, the “b1” takes a different route and evokes a more collective meditative journey; hence the title.

Moving over to the b-side. This side represents a new me; personally and musically. Both tracks are rooted in a sense of authenticity and fresh renewed energy. This side moves away from the 4-to-the-floor formula and introduces breaky patterns and melodic experiments.

While a lot of people, including myself suffered through several lockdowns triggering mental struggles as a consequence, I had a really hard time finding peace and balance in life and in the studio. B1: ‘Platonic Intimacy’ is the result of many frustrating studio sessions trying to find my mojo back; trying to reinvent myself to rekindle the experience of bliss and joy while music-making. This track, in particular, brings up the topic of writer's block, mental health and blockages alike artists are suffering from. But when those demons are fought, those barriers are broken, mountains are moved – It is the start of something new, and beautiful; ‘Platonic Intimacy’. The B2: ‘Candy Girl’, in essence, a straight-up sugar-coated electro banger with a mood, yet simultaneously signifies the power of ‘reclaiming’ what is yours.

Best,
Nathan Kofi

Voltage Controlled Love Affair

Nathan Kofi - Voltage Controlled Love Affair EP

Live recording of Nathan Kofi (@nathankofi) at Backyard Festival, 25th of March, 2023.

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#002 - Nathan Kofi @ Backyard Festival [25-03-2023]

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Wednesday | September 13th | 8pm w/ @augustin-mizon

Plunkz | Slow Burners on DDR | September 13th 2023

Ode w/ Claire O'Brien feat. Georgia Bird - 29.09.23

(mostly) vinyl acid trance house mix ~ 129-131 bpm

BlablaCast69 - Spiritual Euphoria Trip Mix

Episode 186 Part B Featuring Abdul Raeva

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Wednesday | October 11th | 8pm w/ @torrrrrent

Torrent | Slow Burners on DDR | October 11th 2023

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Wednesday | November 8th | 8pm w/ @user-481753765

Tom E-L | Slow Burners on DDR | November 8th 2023

We are welcoming @torrrrrent on our 3rd edition, who is a fresh producer and DJ straight from Barcelona!

The story has a well thought buildup, he indulges us with some dark and atmospheric EBM sounds. Enjoy this progressive raw journey!

Fiktiv Stories #3 - Torrent

Torrent is a Barcelona-based electronic music producer and DJ recognized for his dynamic, immersive soundscapes. With a sound rooted in deep, hypnotic grooves and futuristic textures, he’s released on acclaimed underground labels like Exarde, Griffé, and Unusual Systems.

This session captures his ability to create sonic journeys that are both intricate and emotionally engaging — a deep dive into Torrent’s evolving world of rhythm and atmosphere.

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Torrent - Off Sónar set at Serena Studio

2025:

- 28/11 Rumble, Melbourne

- 24/10 Subject: Circles, Dublin

- 20/9 TBA, Ljubljana

- 30/8 Pizza & Wax, Dublin

- 26/7 Scarlet (b2b Kyle Murray), Dublin

- 25/6 Collect, Lisbon

- 19/4 Kiosk Radio, Brussels

- 28/3 Izakaya, Dublin

- 24/1 Ulster Sports Club, Belfast

2024: 

- 14/12 Soundmate (b2b Niz), Complex Warehouse, Dublin

- 15/11 Izakaya, Dublin

- 2/11 Yoon Fest (b2b Adam Rose), San Diego

- 25/10 OnQ, Starlane, London.

- 20/9 Limitless w/ Lottie, Cellar, Dublin.

- 31/8 Pawn Shop, Dublin.

- 8/6 Sugarcoat, Bristol.

- 3/5 Limitless w/ Marcelina (b2b Recipes), Workman's Club, Dublin.

- 4/4 Izakaya, Dublin.

- 29/3 Tengu w/ Francesco Del Garda (b2b Niz), 
Yamamori Tengu, Dublin.

2023:

	- 15/12 Limitless w/ Inner Lakes (b2b Recipes), Cellar, Dublin.

	- 8/12 Yamamori Tengu (B2B Niz), Dublin.

	- 2/12 Hereafter Afterparty, Manchester

	- 28/10 Soundmate31, Dublin

	- 27/10 Omni (b2b Jake Fitz), Grand Social, Dublin

	-8/7 Otherside Festival, Ireland

	- 3/6 Forbidden Fruit After Party (b2b Fiddy1), Bow Lane Social Club, Dublin

	- 3/6 Forbidden Fruit Festival, Dublin

	- 6/4 EOS Lounge (b2b Adam Rose), Santa Barbara

	- 30/3 Yoon Fest, Los Angeles

	- 17/3 Human Error @ Yamamori Tengu, Dublin

	- 5/2 Human Error @ The Racket Space, Dublin

Torrent | Slow Burners on DDR | October 11th 2023

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