Track: Retorn
Artist: ABSIS (@absismusic)
Label: BAHN· Records (@bahnbarcelona)
Release: Lysergic Connection (VA)
Release Date: 18.05.2022
Read & Play: https://play.vanitydust.com/RetornByABSIS

Lysergic Connection

Retorn

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Premiere: ABSIS — Retorn [BAHN·]

@solmadj

Buy & Support: https://virtualforestrecords.bandcamp.com/album/sentient-model

Virtual Forest Records are proud to introduce their next two releases : an 8-track double EP by label co-founder 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐦𝐚.

While 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐁𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 condenses elements of deep techno and downtempo, 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐌𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐥 delves into the abstract depths of ambient and IDM. Two universes connected, as the horizon links up sky and sea, for a peaceful and psychedelic trip under the blue evening sun ✧

w&p by Antoine Salmona aka Solma
Mastered by Cédric IFA Oléon at IFL3 Studios
Artwork by ad93il

Distributed by Sequence
Copyright © 2023 Virtual Forest Records

Sentient Model

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Solma - The Key To Killing Your Ego [VFO007]

As Amniote Editions proudly celebrates its 5th anniversary, the label is excited to unveil 'HoxV-2: Spekki Webu x Heliobolus - Phylogenetic Analysis,' the debut LP from long-time friend and collaborator, @spekkiwebu, also known as Heliobolus. This 11-track project, shaped by a full year of meticulous studio experimentation, represents a bold exploration of sound, merging experimental techno with cinematic elements. “This is a journey of intertwined storylines, akin to parallel universes that connect and diverge.” Spekki explains.

At the heart of Phylogenetic Analysis lies the narrative of Heliobolus, a story of continuous evolution across different lifetimes, where Spekki Webu finds himself trapped in a cycle of spiritual searching and physical transformation. Drawing inspiration from science fiction, the artist crafts a dual narrative between tracks that oscillates between the spiritual and the surreal. Spekki tells us: ”The track ‘White Room’ is inspired by an intense psychedelic experience where his perception was wiped out for the endurance of a lifecycle, while ‘Forest Hunter’ delves into a recurring nightmare of being pursued in the woods. Later in life, I revisited these woods in a psilocybin session.” This gives just a peek into the kafkaesque corridors of Spekkis’s mind, leaving lingering questions for the listener for the rest of the release.

This LP not only embodies Spekki's artistic evolution in between alter egos - but also reflects the essence of Amniote Editions' five-year journey of curating forward-thinking electronic music. With influences ranging from 90s Dutch Goa to tribal rhythms, Spekki infuses a groove and funkiness throughout the album, balancing dance floor energy with cinematic sound design. 'HoxV-2: Spekki Webu x Heliobolus - Phylogenetic Analysis' is a testament to both the artist’s and the label's commitment to pushing boundaries, making this release a landmark moment in their shared history.

Words by Brent van den Elshout

Heliobolus - Passage Of The Living

Pre order: Limited edition 100 copies, marbled white/blue vinyl + Exclusive poster, numbered *BANDCAMP EXCLUSIVE*

https://mannequinrecords.bandcamp.com/album/mnq-162-lagowski-chromium-chromium-industries-1991-1992-2xlp

MNQ 162 Lagowski​/​Chromium - Chromium Industries 1991​-​1992 2xLP

Mannequin Records is thrilled to announce the upcoming release of Chromium Industries, a double LP (MNQ 162) capturing the innovative spirit of two pioneers of electronic music: Andrew Lagowski and Paul (Howie D) Howard. This long-anticipated album marks a return to the seminal sounds of the Chromium Industries label, which emerged as a crucial platform for boundary-pushing techno and electronic music in the 1990s.

Andrew Lagowski, a name synonymous with exploration in electronic music, has been at the forefront of sound innovation since the early 1980s. Known for his work under various aliases, including Lagowski, Legion, and S.E.T.I., his early output in experimental and industrial sounds paved the way for his later techno-focused ventures. Albums like Knowledge (S.E.T.I.) and Nadir (Lagowski) highlighted his pioneering approach to unconventional sound sources and production techniques. In the 1990s, his work with Chromium Industries brought him into the techno spotlight, with a series of influential 12” singles that helped shape the electronic music landscape. With over 60 albums and 10+ singles to his name, Lagowski’s versatility and dedication have garnered him a loyal following and lasting influence across genres.

Paul Howard, aka Howie D, brought his DIY ethos from the punk scene of the 1970s into electronic music. As a founding member of The Frames and co-founder of the Brain Boosters and Spacematic labels, Howard has consistently pushed boundaries. His early forays into hip-hop saw him release the genre-pioneering jazz-rap track Miller Light as Fission. The transition from punk and hip-hop to electronic music was a natural one, culminating in his creation of Chromium Industries after a fateful night hearing Lagowski’s Vermilion at a London party. The label brought some of the most unique techno releases to the scene, with tracks like Blue Anomaly causing near-riots on the dancefloor. Since then, Howard’s work has evolved to include multiple aliases, including The Legend That Is, Phase Collective, and Skulpture.

Chromium Industries 2xLP is more than an album; it's a legacy preserved and reimagined. The double LP transports listeners to an era when electronic music was in full experimental bloom while showcasing the genre’s continual evolution.

Chromium Industries 2xLP will be available for purchase from January 2025 through Mannequin Records and select distributors. This is an essential release for collectors, DJs, and anyone who reveres the legacy of 1990s techno and the boundless potential of electronic music.

Chromium Industries 1990-1992 2xLP

Lagowski - A.C.3 EMP Hardened (No Snares Mix)

Stargaze. Watching stars. Watching trees. Watching mountains. Watching boundless void. On a moonless night. Being stars. Being trees. Being mountains. Being boundless void. Being everything. Being nothing. Just this.

Tracklisting:
A1_Stargaze
A2_Moonless Night
A3_Return to the (Dis)Comfort Zone
A4_Rainfall
A5_Omen

Stargaze

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Michal Wolski - Stargaze [SL018]

Remix: @banishsh
Mastering: Loric Sih
Artwork: Brian Mark

Fakedrums (Banishsh Remix)

"Les Échos Cellulaires" is a blend of experimental soundscapes, musique concrète techniques, and fragmented sonic environments came out of analogue synthesizers, tape reel, unconventional guitar manipulations, and both real and artificial field recordings.

The EP is supported with a full-album rework by music producer Vile Karimi and a trip-hop remix from Paola Avilés (Dalida Carnage)

releases March 12, 2025  
Tracks 1, 2, 3 and 4 produced and mixed by Max Rakhmatullin & Eloi Petillon 
Track 5 by Paola Aviles (DalidaCarnage) 
Track 6 by Vile Karimi  

Mastering : Max Rakhmatullin & Eloi Petillon  

Artwork : Io Le Bris (VJ-886-TA)

Max Rakhmatullin & Eloi Petillon - LES ECHOS CELLULAIRES + Remixes (Extracts)

acheron

Innerbloom Meta Remix

Released on Public System Recordings - 
PSR005 / V.A - Archives Du Coeur Humain 2x12" LP

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cyDrw2ZoBGo

Israfil - PSY~ K

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