Advent – A coming, or an arrival, a coming into being or use. 

Quite an appropriate name for Cisco Ferreira, a man who has played a big part in the creation and development of Techno from the very beginning of this genre’s history. Indeed, his Techno CV is the stuff of legend. Cisco was producing Techno and performing live Techno shows years before the rest of the world had even heard of the genre. He released his first track in 1988, was a pioneer of the Live PA (or Live Public Address – performing Techno live in front of an audience using electronic music gear), and, if all that wasn’t enough, he even worked as the sound engineer on some of Derrick May’s, Adonis & Fingers Inc’s recording sessions! 

The list goes on, and so does Cisco. Unlike other Techno pioneers from the early years, Cisco continues to produce with as much passion and frequency as he did back in the day. His releases on Labels Like Tresor, Rotation, Electrix, Kanzleramt, Dj Gigolos, Pure Plastic, Synewave plus many more is just another example of his ongoing pursuit to keep making music and pushing Techno to new boundaries. 

Cisco was born to Portuguese parents on the island of Madeira (Portugal). His family moved to London (1975) when he was five years old, setting the stage for his musical career. While at Paddington College (1986) in West London, he studied sound engineering and secured a job after graduation as an assistant sound engineer at ZOLOU Then later WALL Studios.  

At this period is when he really started to learn about Sound & Production, his 1st main recording sessions as an engineer were rock & “Inde” based bands & the studio owners being in successful rock bands. Matt Dangerfield & John Payne “ASIA” this 1st step was a start in learning about balancing & mixing down the rock way, which had a lot of intense & Raw energy especially on drums & Guitars.. 

Other bands Cisco did sessions for: P.I.L. (John Lydon - sex pistols) – Robert Plant (Led Zeppelin) – That petrol emotion. Then Later Pop, Dance, Soul & reggae groups like: Wild Bunch (Nelly hopper & Massive Attack) – Marco Pirroni (Adam & the ants) - Maxi Priest – Sly Dunbar (Sly & Robbie) – Loose Ends – Cheryl Lynn… 

1987 Cisco began going to clubs and learning about this new thing called Acid House, which was spreading like crazy throughout London’s underground scene, culminating in the famous “Summer of Love” in 1988, the genre’s golden period. 

Around this time, a record label called, Jack Trax, “One of the 1st to release Acid House, House & techno in UK” moved in next door and began using the same studio for recording sessions, with Cisco as the engineer working with Fingers Inc, Adonis, Marshall Jefferson & Derrick May. Cisco released his first record in 1988 on Ferrari records (R&S records) Then later “Cisco Ferreira” EP on Fragile. 

His first big break came in 1994, when he and fellow Londonite Colin McBean (a.k.a. Mr. G) were brought on by Internal Records to help co-produce a group called Salt Tank. A record contract with Internal/FFRR soon followed, committing The Advent to 12 EP’s and 3 albums.

Today, The Advent goes on just as Cisco Ferreira. While he has had a long history with tons of accomplishments to hang his hat on, he continues to make history. The Advent is fulfilling Cisco’s vision as much as ever. He is busy touring as both a DJ and a live performer, producing for numerous labels, and running his own Techno imprint, Kombination Research. 

As Cisco moves forward, striving to fulfill the ambitious goals he has set one can look back at his storied past and see how he has come full circle… The Saga continues.

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Prospect Records is an influential techno label founded by renowned Italian DJ and producer Hollen. Since its inception, the label has established itself as a platform for innovative and forward-thinking electronic music, showcasing both established and emerging talent from the global techno scene.
Prospect Records is known for its high-energy releases that seamlessly blend driving beats, intricate rhythms, and dark, atmospheric elements. With a commitment to quality and a passion for pushing the boundaries of techno, the label has garnered widespread support from top DJs, tastemakers, and music enthusiasts alike.
Under Hollen’s visionary leadership, Prospect Records continues to evolve, delivering cutting-edge sounds that resonate on dance floors worldwide, making it a staple in the techno community and a driving force in the genre’s ever-growing landscape.

Offered Services: Releases, Sample Packs, Podcast
For syndication or radio queries, email info@prosepctrec.it
For demo email demo@prospectrec.it

As one of the most iconic artists of her generation, Ellen Allien embodies the core ethos of techno: a visionary who looks to the future for inspiration, carving out her own niche and presiding over an empire that has imbued techno, and dance music culture, with her unique DNA.
As well as running two labels (BPitch and UFO Inc.) and performing regularly at prestigious clubs and festivals all over the world she is also an accomplished producer with eight solo albums under her belt and an extensive catalogue of singles, EPs and remixes.

DJ Hypnotic Techno / Darkprog / Trance / Psytechno / Psygressive 
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Etienne aka Danny a toujours associé la musique à la joie. Un jour, Danny rencontra la Psytrance et fit l'expérience du festival Hadra en 2014. Jamais une expérience musical n'avait apporté autant de joie à Danny.

Depuis lors il se mit à écouter et à chercher ce qui lui plaît le plus.  L’objectif de digger des sons est de faire découvrir les perles ainsi trouvées à ses ami.e.s, promouvoir ainsi des producteurices de musique pour d’autant plus favoriser leur travail, leur présence sur scène, et donc, la joie de Danny.

L’objectif du DJ set est foncièrement le même, sauf qu’en plus du dig, Danny essaie de jouer des contrastes, des dynamiques et des mélodies pour maintenir l’attention sur un temps plus long, et ainsi, favoriser encore plus efficacement la promotion de la musique qu’aime Danny.

Au fil du temps, il s’est avéré que Danny aime le plus souvent quand ça fait boom boom entre 130 et 145 battements par minute (parfois au dessus, rarement en dessous). Danny n’a pas de réelle préférence entre la lumière ou l’obscurité dans la musique. Finalement, ce qui est le plus important c’est de se perdre, de vriller, de planer, de fuir notre réalité si difficile. Au cours du voyage on rencontre, on danse, on est surpris, on réfléchit, on est curieux, on trouve ça beau, ça rend joyeux.

J’espère donc à travers ces DJ set kiffer égoïstement, et kiffer égoïstement de voir que cela vous fait kiffer (et vice et versa).

Comme disait Spinoza : « L’Amour n’est rien autre que la Joie accompagnée de l’idée d’une cause extérieure »"

Being one of the most in-demand Techno DJs of our times, Ben Klock needs little introduction. His name has been closely associated with Berlin’s legendary club Berghain since 2005. His monthly residency has formed the backdrop to his international success, providing an invaluable platform for his ability to create a room rather than just play to it.

Much of his early career was marked by marathon sets – a signature that played a considerable role in nurturing his skills and reputation – but even the more compressed sets he shares today evidence an intricate narrative and sense of flow that defines him as a DJ. It was these inherent abilities that led him to compile the fabric 66 compilation in 2012, before winning the BBC Radio 1’s Essential Mix of the Year award in 2015.

His releases on Ostgut Ton have become landmarks in the imprint’s history. 2009’s “Dawning”, the first of his collaborations with Marcel Dettmann kickstarted the label itself and remains a stand-out track in its discography. Another release of particular note is the Before One EP including “Subzero”, which many techno lovers still refer to as their gateway track into the whole genre itself. For many, however, it is his album One (2009) that best captures Klock’s talents as a producer. His skills as a remixer have also seen him rework tracks by a wide variety of artists, including Kerri Chandler, Depeche Mode, Robert Hood and Kenny Larkin.

Additionally, Klock curates with great passion his own label Klockworks, founded in 2006. With releases from DVS1, Stef Mendesidis, The Advent, Sterac, Etapp Kyle, Temudo and many more Klockworks became a synonym for unique, high quality Techno.

In 2017 Ben started his own event series PHOTON which is a unique concept show that blends light, architecture and music. Since then he toured PHOTON at special venues in major cities around the world such as Printworks (London), Gashouder (Amsterdam), Arca (Sao Paolo), to name a few. It quickly became a new standard for audio visual electronic music events. In 2023 the project returns after a pandemic induced break with a brand new visual and artistic concept.

Hi, this is Michael and this is my Soundcloud Page.

Enjoy.

A key figure on the Dutch scene since 1991. An international headlining artist known for his sets in Berghain, Space Ibiza, Womb Tokio, Watergate, his frequent Elrow gigs or headlining every major festival in the Netherlands. Gem Records label boss responsible for moving the careers of Egbert, Enrico Sangiuliano and Reinier Zonneveld forward. Steady producer of countless essential techno classics for over 25 years. One of the most original and down to earth pioneers of electronic music on the planet. All legitimate ways to describe Jeroen Verheij a.k.a. Secret Cinema.

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