Nile09 Series

RKT01 - HASSAN ABOU ALAM - HOPE AMIDST DESPAIR EP

2020 saw the launch of Cairo-based label RAKETE alongside its first VA ‘Cairo Quest’, followed shortly by a well-received EP ‘Hope Amidst Despair’ in December. Now, RAKETE’s third release, ‘Ready For Nothing’ arrives by way of newcomer Postdrone, who draws upon the inherent dissonant noise of Cairene existence, and the suppression of left-field works in the face of a deeply commercialized musical landscape. 

Postdrone’s debut presents a genre-less, intuition-driven exploration of electronic musical composition, soundtracking moments of personal connection through introspective rhythms and spacious fields, alongside two remixes by label-mate Hassan Abou Alam, who brings a warm club-focused dive into Postdrone’s original works. 

Format: Cassette + Digital. 

"Dark jungle meets noise rap. There's a sludgy texture to Postdrone's debut album. His dub-inspired productions can feel opaque, as if high viscosity levels forced them to combine into one sticky block of matter, occasionally interrupted by what sounds like electrical interference" - [Resident Advisor]
credits
released August 20, 2021 

Written and produced by @Postdrone 
Remixes by @hassan-abou-alam
Vocals and lyrics by @Post-Tawheed
Mastering by Marco Pellegrino 
Art Direction by Omar Mubarek 
Photography by Omar Kafrawy 
Track 2 & 4 Mixed by Teymour Radwan 
Released by Rakete Records

RKT02 - POSTDRONE - READY FOR NOTHING (incl. REMIXES)

Rakete’s fourth release arrives from an ever present symbol of Cairo’s vast musical landscape, Molotof. 

The Egyptian artist presents his long-awaited solo album titled “Gabal Ahmar” that paints a deeper shade of his work and for the label. 

Since his early beginnings under the moniker of Hadayek 303, Molotof was the first Egyptian producer to combine the mahraganat sounds and percussive patterns with various textures of acid house and later on trap. This set in motion his ‘Molowave’ sound, which connected to the Rap institution and formed the backdrop of his success through collabs with artists like Wegz, Marawan Pablo, Sadat and Fifty. 

Sculpted out of what is considered his sonic signature to his city; gleaming, mahraganat-inspired synth lines and punchy 808s, Gabal Ahmar signals a coming of age for the young producer’s already defined stamp on electronic music in this corner of the world. His work inspired movements and sounds, pulsating through the raw streets of Cairo, and across the region.

RKT03 - MOLOTOF - GABAL AHMAR

Taken from Post Drone (@postdrone) debut EP Ready For Nothing, out August 20, 2021, via Rakete (@wearerakete)

Read: https://bit.ly/3xUAWyz
Pre-order: https://bit.ly/2W2wXCT

2020 saw the launch of Cairo-based label RAKETE alongside its first VA ‘Cairo Quest’, followed shortly by a well-received EP ‘Hope Amidst Despair’ in December. Now, RAKETE’s third release, ‘Ready For Nothing’ arrives by way of newcomer Postdrone, who draws upon the inherent dissonant noise of Cairene existence, and the suppression of left-field works in the face of a deeply commercialized musical landscape.

Postdrone’s debut presents a genre-less, intuition-driven exploration of electronic musical composition, soundtracking moments of personal connection through introspective rhythms and spacious fields, alongside two remixes by label-mate Hassan Abou Alam, who brings a warm club-focused dive into Postdrone’s original works.

Art Direction by Omar Mobarek
https://www.instagram.com/omarmobarek/

Photography by Omar Kafrawy
https://www.instagram.com/k_frawy/

Mastering by Marco Pellegrino

Released by Rakete

Premiere: Postdrone - Dawsha FM (feat. PostTawheed) [Rakete]

Ready For Nothing

Postdrone - Mahragan El-Arp (Hassan Abou Alam's Beatless Version)

Postdrone - Blur

Postdrone - Klot

Postdrone - Qaha

Postdrone - AAML

August 20, 2021

Postdrone - Dawsha FM (Hassan Abou Alam Remix)

The return of the #Nile09 show comes courtesy of @rrrama, co-founder of @irsh.cairo. The Egyptian artist walks us through an explosive and genre-defying selection of club, hip-hop, jungle and beyond. This new episode is an attest by one the most important DJs in Cairo's club scene.

N09 12: Rama.

You knew when you were home; as in really home. It wasn't just the familiar faces sitting on street corners or the comforting sound of the locals selling their goods at the morning market, it was in everything, no matter how big or small. The way the ground crunched underfoot; the smell of the dust kicked up by a thousand feet that clogged up your lungs; the erratic ringing of the small shop as people entered and left in a hurry: he'd missed it all - the good and the bad - perhaps more than he'd realised.

The next release on Cairo's Rakete comes courtesy of a trailblazer in the Egyptian electronic music scene. Under his previous guise Hadayek 303, Molotof was the first Egyptian producer to fuse mahraganat sounds and percussion with shades of acid house and trap music; a musical fusion that was termed 'Molowave' and saw him collaborate with artists like Wegz, Marwan Pablo, Sadat and Fifty. Gabal Ahmar is perhaps his most refined body of work and marks a 'coming of age' moment for the producer. Saturated in his signature mahraganat-influenced synth lines and 808 drum programming, the release cements his reputation as a pioneering voice in Egyptian electronic music.

RKT03

PREMIERE: Molotof - Gabal Ahmar [Rakete]

Gabal Ahmar

Molotof - Arwah Tayha

Molotof - Ghareeba

Molotof - Omara

Molotof - El Baseeta

Molotof - Pogo

Molotof - Talaa ft. Kamel

Molotof - Eksar El Khof

A dystopian dream by Egyptian producer Azemad, who takes control of our newest episode in the #Nile09 series. The Berlin-based artist paints a mix driven by crisp elegance through a progressive after-hours sound tapestry of IDM, electro, breaks and left-field techno.

N09 13: Azemad.

For over a decade, Baher, founder of Rakete, developed a personal approach in the realms of house and techno. Focusing on colorful and energetic voyages that inhabits a progressive selection of early and recent dance records, the 14th episode of our #Nile09 series is as melancholic as it is groove-driven.

N09 14: Baher.

Solofan, is an example of a DJ who really does it all. The Brooklyn-based artist, originally from Egypt, takes control of our #Nile09 series, and delivers a 120 minute mix that weaves through variations of ethereal trance and beyond. An incredible soundtrack that gives hope after periods of melancholy. 

N09 15: Solofan.

Been sometime coming, happy to welcome the rising Egyptian DJ, Amrr to the #Nile09 show,  delivering to us a sweet memory, weaving his way through deeper house and electro grooves from records made far in the past and into present day. A sharp mix sourced by one of Cairo's most dedicated selectors.

N09 16: Amrr.

From Beirut to London, we are happy to welcome the Lebanese artist Baytee Baytak to the #Nile09 show. With a powerful sound heavily rooted in UK breakbeat and Lebanese percussions, the experimental producer rips heavily into his own latest work, time-transcending through high energy levels of deconstructed club, jungle, and techno.

N09 17: Baytee Baytak.

The arrival of the Nile09 show is under the reign of Minneapolis-based DJ, producer, and Rakete's label owner, Baher Eid

N09 18: Baher - 04 September 2024

N09 19: Baher - 22 November 2024

Rakete presents Cairo Quest.

A1. Ismael - Stay Out
A2. Hassan Abou Alam - Makhadity
B1. Moff - Dad Got Me A Bag Of Papyrus
B2. Molotof feat. Sadat - Donya
Incogni2 - Stage Flight (Digital Only)
Hania - Horeya (Digital Only)

Vinyl release: 30.05.2020

QUEST001 - Various Artists - Rakete Presents Cairo Quest.

For the second episode of the Nile09 series, we welcome one of the most important figures in Cairo's electronic music scene today, 3Phaz. The Egyptian artist is known to his unique approach to deconstruct music of todays local sounds of the city, and adapts it to contemporary club music. Opening the first hour of the show is label head, Baher.

N09 02: Baher + 3Phaz.

أهلاً مستمعين راديو الحارة. أنا إسمي باهر عيد من مؤسسين شركة تسجيلات راكيت  من القاهرة.

احنا ابتادينا راكيت عشان مافيش ريكورد لايبل في مصر متخصصة في نوع المزيكة الي بنحبها  وقدرت توصلها للعالم على أسطوانات أو ديجيتال

على مدار الساعتين الجايين هستسمعو مزيكة من منتجين مصريين ومزيكة بحبها على المستوى الشخصي

باهر

الجمعة ١٦ مايو ٢٠٢٠

Radio Al Hara presents Rakete Records: Baher [16/05/20]

Taking over the third episode of the Nile09 series is the ever dynamic Cairo-based DJ and good friend, Nour Fahmy.  With an experience that’s seen him take the reins on some of the most respected dance floors in Cairo, Nour offers a consistent representation for todays clubbing scene in Egypt. With one eye firmly on the party as well as his constant search for fresh sounds, expect some dance floor killers on the show. #nile09 #wearerakete #egypt

N09 03: Nour Fahmy.

@molotofmusic, the Cairo artist, brings the heat to the Nile09 series with his music selections and own work.. link in bio.

N09 05: Molotof.

Few do mixes with such great precision, and @hishamzahran dominates the art of flow. Have a listen to his sharp 60min voyage through 98/104 BPM trippy breaks and warm tones that will help you get into the weekend.

N09 07: Hisham Zahran.

Hope Amidst Despair 

Hassan Abou Alam - Tool 3

Hassan Abou Alam - Abrade

Hassan Abou Alam - Delayed

Hassan Abou Alam - Hope Amidst Despair

Sending us to space in this newest episode of the #Nile09 series is Egyptian producer, Moff. The label artist selects some of his favorite picks from the bag which carries the vigor of his previous release on Rakete.

N09 08: Moff.

Stepping up for the 10th episode of the #Nile09 series is Cairo-based DJ and selector, Jorg. Offering a bold testament of his masterful record collection that got seeded back in the 80's, this mix delves deeper into the artists perplexing world and variations of rhythmic house bliss which reminds us of summer.

N09 10: Jorg.

EST. 2020
Record label by @baher_eid

Rakete is an independent record label based out of Egypt.

CAT:

[QUEST001] Rakete Presents: Cairo Quest VA [2020]

[RKT01] Hassan Abou Alam - Hope Amidst Despair EP [2020]

[RKT02] Postdrone - Ready For Nothing EP [2021]

[RKT03] Molotof - Gabal Ahmar LP [2022]

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