The phrase "concept album" brings to mind long and complicated works by 60s rock bands or rap magna opera destined to be pored over by Dissect podcast. But what if the concept is based on a simple conceit? With Refreshing Part 1, their third EP and first vinyl release on Tresor, Fireground soundtrack an imaginary night spent at the Kraftwerk building on K&ouml;penicker Stra&szlig;e, moving between the smoke-filled basement of Tresor and the bass-heavy loft of Globus.

Opening piece, Never Sleep, has long been a feature of the Fireground live set and evolved over many months before reaching its final form in something of a "eureka" moment during a performance in Tresor. The track kicks off the EP with a hint to techno classic Knights of the Jaguar before quickly carving its own path through the foliage.

The tribal leitmotif continues on second track, Gaze, which again has subtle nods to classics whilst showcasing the duo's ability to bring new life to 90s house and techno tropes. 

Obsession dispenses with any pretence and gets right down to business from the opening second: Inspired by the Tresor dancefloor "when it reaches its peak; the strobe lights together with the smoke become so intense that for a few moments you can't see anything and completely abandon yourself to [your] sense of hearing." 
A counterpoint to the finessed Never Sleep, Obsession was recorded live with minimal post-production this track finds Fireground at their rawest and most uncompromising.

As if needing a spot of fresh air after the ferocity of Obsession, the second half of the EP leaves the dense and smoky atmosphere behind and ascends towards the sky beginning with Driving Stars; lighter though this may be there's no loss of drive.

Penultimate track Into a Diamond finds Fireground floating ever-upwards propelled by elements of jazz including a gorgeous electric piano solo that recall the airy mid-90s UK house of labels like Nuphonic, Heavenly, Faze Action, and Soma. 

Digital-only track, Wedding, closes the EP with the perfect end-of-night feeling, leaving us joyful, as if we are stepping out into the morning sun surrounded by close friends, the sounds of the evening orbiting our minds.

BANDCAMP

Fireground - Into A Diamond

Pino Peña, the berlin based resident of Schimmer Records and label head of W133, curates a journey through recently discovered tunes as well as tracks that have been sitting in his library for a while! The focus was put on combining dark atmospheres with diverse styles of techno, breaks and stuff in between. He recorded this after coming back home from Mexico City and you can hear the latin influences he has learned to love! Enjoy <3

scheißmukke / 017 / pino peña

For Strave, the most important things are the purpose of music and to have a moment of total freedom and self-expression.

Strave's goal is to release emotions and exude intensity and rhythm in his sets. His inspiration grew from regularly visiting clubs and venues, where different techno and ambient sets shaped his sound. His sound is characterised by a rhythmic and organic style. He has been into electronic music since childhood, inspired by his stepfather, who is a passionate techno DJ himself. Currently, Strave is constantly renewing his sound and keeping it as interesting and innovative as possible. With his organic yet tight sound, Strave brings a moment of collective sense of freedom through his music.

CGA Showcase 013 - Strave b2b Aboda Saad

September 8th 2023 @vantekgroup
Vancouver, Canada
11-6am [all night long] 
7hr live recording <<<

Thanks to all the artists whose music was played, those who came to support, and to you - the listener! <3

Bookings: tommylewis@phtmmusic.com

[3x cdj 2000 nexus2's & 1x cdj3000 nexus /// 1x DJM 900 Nexus]
*** Mixer headphone jack, 2 cdjs were having issues. ..Still kept it rolling, iykyk - i aint stopping the mix doe... hehe.

TL xx xx xx

Tommy Lewis:
https://tommylewisdj.bandcamp.com
https://soundcloud.com/tommylewisdj
https://instagram.com/tommylewisdj
https://facebook.com/tommylewisdj
https://ra.co/dj/tommylewis
https://linktr.ee/tommylewisdj

Label [PHTM]:
https://phtm.bandcamp.com
https://soundcloud.com/phtmmusic
https://instagram.com/phtm.music
https://facebook.com/phtmmusic
https://ra.co/labels/21077
https://linktr.ee/phtmmusic

Tommy Lewis

open2close - Vancouver, Canada [09/2023]

x² CHAPTER II - ALYAK + STEFAN MILEV

IN OUR CHAPTER II WE ARE GOING TO
PRESENT U THE APPROACH OF CONNECTING
YOUNG AMBITIOUS MUSICAL ARTISTS
WITH VISUAL ARTISTS.
WE ARE TRYING TO USE OUR PLATFORM
TO OVERLAP COMMUNITIES AND PRODUCE A
COMPOSITION WHICH U MIGHT CAN RELATE
TO.

FOR OUR SIXTH COMPOSITION WE INVITE

ALYAK.
is a DJ from the Stuttgart area and co-founder of Grauzone Records. About 8 years ago his interest in electronic music was awakened and shortly after he already found himself behind the decks. In 2018, he founded the Grauzone collective together with friends and organized various events in the southwest of Germany. For this podcast, Alyak focuses on his linear, rhythm-based sound that best reflects his personal identity. He cleverly combines different grooves with versatile synth sounds to create a mix that is characterized by a distinct attention to detail.

STEFAN MILEV.
Is a Stuttgart base Photographer who has his roots in Sofia, Bulgaria.
Stefans Work shows dynamic silhouettes in an innovative confrontation with the classical practice of photography. Together with Phil Hoffmann he runs SHPH Series.

STEFAN MILEV. + PHIL HOFFMANN.

INSTA.
https://www.instagram.com/stefanmilevtheencyclopedia/?hl=de
https://www.instagram.com/smph_series/?hl=de
https://www.instagram.com/phil_hoffmann/?hl=de


ALYAK.

INSTA.
https://www.instagram.com/alyak_gz/?hl=de

SOUNDCLOUD.
https://soundcloud.com/benny_grauzone

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New Release out Today. 
A two track EP from @rbngnv continuing the Collector’s Series narrative on @mould.audio with its eight instalment.
Enjoy.
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Track 1 -  Crown 124273 [mldcs008]
Track 2 - Spinach [mldcs008]
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Credits: 
[mldcs008]
Written & Produced by
Ruben Ganev
Mastering by Ruben Ganev
Artwork design - Ruben Ganev
All rights reserved mould.audio
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Out exclusively on bandcamp. 
No streaming or promo services available for it for now. 
-
Follow the link to reach the record.
🧺
https://bit.ly/3rKq6xO

Spinach [mldcs008]

•
New Release out Today.
A two track EP from @rbngnv continuing the Collector’s Series narrative on @mould.audio with its eight instalment.
Enjoy.
-
Track 1 - Crown 124273 [mldcs008]
Track 2 - Spinach [mldcs008]
-
Credits:
[mldcs008]
Written & Produced by
Ruben Ganev
Mastering by Ruben Ganev
Artwork design - Ruben Ganev
All rights reserved mould.audio
-
Out exclusively on bandcamp.
No streaming or promo services available for it for now.
-
Follow the link to reach the record.
🧺
bit.ly/3rKq6xO

Crown 124273 [mldcs008]

We're pleased to welcome YearsAstray to Newrhythmic Records; this is his debut EP on the label, and he does it with an outstanding 4-track EP titled ‘Artefactos’.

Written & produced by YearsAstray 
Mastered by Joton
Cat #: NRDR16
Label: Newrhythmic Recs
Release date: Bandcamp : 20.10.2023
Other shops : 27.10.2023

Press: thotpr.com

YearsAstray -  Artefactos Ep [Newrhythmic Recs]

Release: Ulysses Ep
Artist: Gisura
Label: Synthlab Records
Catalog: SLRX0031
Release date: November 21, 2025
Format: Digital
Mastering: Nicolas Vogler

Tracklist:
1. Satyr
2. Yachting
3.You Almost Convinced Me
4. Ulysses


https://soundcloud.com/user-840774798
https://www.instagram.com/gisura.ve

______

SYNTHLAB RECORDS

Instagram: instagram.com/synthlab.records
Bandcamp: synthlabrecords.bandcamp.com
Soundcloud: @synthlabrecords
Facebook: www.facebook.com/synthlabrecordsgermany/

Mastering by Nicolas Vogler
www.instagram.com/nicolasvoglertechno

Design by Cold Visuals
www.instagram.com/cold___visuals

Gisura - Satyr [SLRX0031]

Bandcamp

Orion - Micro Dreamer (H-Productions)

https://soundcloud.com/kev-d-nite https://soundcloud.com/danslazone
🛒 https://danslazone.bandcamp.com/album/nectar-va-vol-1
🔊 https://youtu.be/x7hZor3m9ps

We're thrilled to unveil NECTAR VOL.1, the debut compilation from our new sub-label NECTAR 🍯

Born as a natural extension of DANS LA ZONE, NECTAR explores a more introspective dimension of club music—emotional, progressive, and deeply personal. This project brings together 10 exceptional producers who share our vision of blurring genre boundaries and pushing the sound forward.

From delicate textures to peak-time intensity, NECTAR VOL.1 showcases a spectrum of forward-thinking club music: melodic breaks, progressive house, Trancy influences, and everything in between. Each track feels intimate yet designed for the dancefloor, reflecting the emotional depth we've always championed.

Huge love to the artists who brought this vision to life: FFrançois Bae, FF, D-Nite, Tourman, Von GDK, SpunOff, J.deere420, Cyberflex, Wigs and Gneiss.

NECTAR VOL.1 is more than a compilation—it's a statement of intent and the first chapter of something special.

Tracklist:

1 Reality and Other Falsehoods - Von GDK
2 El Sol Me Sigue - SpunOff
3 Sigur Interval - Tourman
4 Pacific 98 - Wigs
5 Right Now - François Bae
7 Temple Of Time - J.Deere 420
8 Deeper Drunker - FF
6 Suspect - D-Nite
9 Metro Tribe - Cyberflex
10 Answers The Oracle - Gneiss

PREMIERE: D-Nite - Suspect [DLZ - NTR VOL.1]

X^x is a Collective which dedicates itself to no sound no theme no location just music curated by collaborators, which can be different  every appearance like the variable X

x² CHAPTER II - ALYAK + STEFAN MILEV

X HOCH X