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@sklaer

We kick off the week with a set from Lyon-based artist Sklaer, who takes us on a deep, bewitching journey.

Active on the French scene for several years now, Sklaer is one of those artists who are restoring deep techno to its former glory. Her universe is at the crossroads of genres, bringing influences from break, idm and ambient into her increasingly hypnotic sets, where texture is the master.

We're delighted to have her on this series, and to share her unique atmosphere with you.

IG :https://www.instagram.com/sklaer__/

Materiacast #015 - Sklaer

Recordings from 21st September 2024 during Unknown Electronics 19 in OT301, Amsterdam

Jack Fresia Modular Live Set - UE 19 in OT301- 21/09/2024

You’ve been waiting for it, and so have we, RYC’s next frequency-jammer comes in the form of a heavyweight split 4-tracker, courtesy of two true techno pioneering figures: Mike Parker and Steve Bicknell. The continued influence of these two artists on both our early raving days and now as a team working on providing you the most exciting, boundary-pushing tech wares is second to none. As you’ll experience from the four jams constitutive of this unparalleled mindtrip of an EP, ‘In The Years Ahead’ is the living evidence the steadfastness of Parker and Bicknell's vision remains absolutely untouched. 

Zeroed in on taking ravers on an entrancing ride across pulsating corridors of whirring machine funk, sizzling acid and shape-shifting waves of sound, both sides of this EP share the best lot of both producers’ uniquely innovative approach to rhythm and production. Parker’s opening cut, ’Solar Limb’ is a textbook example of his complex, and heavily layered sound-design. An unflinching swing keeping time, brutal kicks punching holes in your head like giant steel hammers, the track may evolve slowly, repeating its post-industrial mantra over and over again, its flame doesn’t flicker one iota. Switching onto red-level dance floor menace, ‘Badlands’ pulls out the heavy artillery: an overkill bombardment of puncturing 909 drums, vortical winds blowing in the back like some solar storm of sorts, and this ebb-and-flow of FX-drenched synth ripples branded on your cortex like odd signs of cult belonging.

Bicknell’s takeover starts with the rugged and wild ‘Chaotic World’, whose title is definitely not usurped. Enter a blazing maelstrom of frantic synth assault knocked askew, intense bass tectonic movements and smashing arpeggios on the path of war. The track develops a massive momentum, swelling from primordial raw matter into weirdly arranged modular constructions, like that of Kubrick’s monolith emerging with ominous presence. ‘In The Years Ahead’ serves up a much distinctively elegant, glossy type of textural experience, synths playing pong in a hall of mirrors, interlacing and distorting as the percussive line unfolds its linear train-like groove. It dashes across landscapes of hypermodern glass and concrete with unrelenting horsepower, from techno’s early sanctuary right up onto tomorrow's temple of unmapped potentialities. 

*This much special release, so dear to our heart, comes clad in a beautiful piece of design by Atact, and will be pressed to 180g audiophile quality vinyl for an enhanced listening experience.

A1 written & produced by Mike Parker
A2 written & produced by Mike Parker
B1 written & produced by Steve Bicknell
B2 written & produced by Steve Bicknell
Distributed by Clone Distribution Rotterdam
Artwork & design by Atact.uk
Cat. no. RYCL022 – All Rights Reserved
℗ & © Reclaim Your City 2024
www.reclaimyourcity.bandcamp.com

RYCL022 - Steve Bicknell - Chaotic World

The first episode in our new format “Vorm Session” starts with none other than our label founder “Maasym”. After more than a year, there will be a brand new set with current and older tracks from the scene. A spontaneous and relaxed 2-decks set, nothing more and nothing less, which was created in a private session. No layering and no frills. Enjoy the one-hour journey and look forward to upcoming sessions.

Vorm Session 01 — Maasym

Hoy contamos con WTY, el alias que usa David Rubio para expresar lo que para él significa el techno; la música de baile.

Tanto en sus producciones como en sus sesiones, queda reflejado su amor profundo hacia la naturaleza y su genuina curiosidad por la maquinaria compleja creada por el hombre. Esto le lleva a crear un universo sonoro donde las percusiones casi tangibles, extraídas del mundo real, y las estructuras rítmicas más evidentes son las protagonistas. 

Actualmente es residente de @phase.ctv y es un miembro activo en la escena desde hace ya unos años.

Pangea Radio | [015] WTY

Coming straight to your speakers is the latest episode of Exposé featuring Magister. Magister draws inspiration from artists like DVS1, Oscar Mulero, and others, to craft immersive sonic journeys. His sets present listeners with a hypnotic experience, pulling dancers into a deep groove. Committed to refining his craft, Magister is on a mission to leave his mark on the underground scene.

If you want to learn more about Magister, do not hesitate to read our full interview with him on our website:
www.shubinproject.com

Support the artist:
@mds_magister
https://www.instagram.com/mds_magister/

Artists played:
Eric Sneo  
Colin Benders  
DVS1 
Diego Amura  
Shlomo  
Rene Wise  
Ruben Ganev  
Angioma  
Ben Sims  
Martin Stagnaro  
Piatto  
Drumcell  
Oscar Mulero  
Planetary Assault Systems  
LSD
Red Rooms  
Fergus Sweetland  
Stanislav Tolkachev  
Setaoc Mass  
Fred Hush  
Mark Broom  
Gaja

Vorm Session 01 — Maasym

Vorm

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