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Pyramidal Decode ‘Drawing Board’

Artist: Pyramidal Decode
Title: Drawing Board
Label: MÉTIER
Cat. #: METIER010
Format: Digital
Release Date: 31.03.2023
Tracklist:
01. 115
02. Respiro
03. Null
04. Walk

Buy link: https://www.beatport.com/release/drawing-board/4059356

MÉTIER is the new label from Jack! Who? and his UK based deathtechno.com project that is set to journey into deep, dreamy, dub, techno, acid, electro and ambient that will surprise and delight from release to release.

Allowing artists to experiment with new ideas, it has already featured UBX127 of Len Faki’s Figure as Shifted Minds, Alex Dolby of Developer’s Modularz as AX15 and William Arist of Gary Beck’s BEK Audio as Dusicyon for example.

Collage artwork images are by local artist Grassi Art.

Italian Francesco De Marzo aka Pyramidal Decode has released on Jeff Mills’ Axis, Oscar Mulero’s Warm Up, Developer’s Modularz, Abstract Division’s Dynamic Reflection and Edit Select Records.

“115” is an ambient and trippy soundscape with a patient and cavernous sound made of wonderful design effects.

“Respiro” has a dreamy and delicate, air-filled feeling. The sparse, tide-like pad sweeps create a deep vibe met with the warm groove from the sub bass.

“Null” takes things up a notch with a pacy, broken beat style and rising intensity. Its cyclical elements buzz and fizz creating an ethereal atmosphere.

Closing the EP with “Walk” which is the moodiest offering, using an abstract approach of stripped back tension and creative, warping percussion.

More info:
https://soundcloud.com/pyramidal-track
https://soundcloud.com/metierukrec

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O’Fella ‘Cosmosis’

Artist: O’Fella
Title: Cosmosis
Label: O’Fella Recordings
Cat. #: OFRECLP001
Format: Digital
Release Date: 31.03.2023
Tracklist:
01. Grey to White
02. Extraneous
03. Moon Skates
04. Marching Melancholy
05. Martian Tears
06. Breathe
07. Syncopate Mentality
08. Vigil
09. Magnets
10. Channings

Buy link: https://ofellarecordings.bandcamp.com/album/cosmosis-lp

O’Fella Recordings is an underground techno label created by Angus O’Ferrall in the UK.

The O’Fella label head and artist of the same name has appearances on Luca Maniaci’s Mind Games in Italy, Netherlands label Patterns and Glasgow’s Oscillator One.

Cosmosis is O’Fella’s debut album as he steps into a concept of stimulating sound design and distinctive productions.

“Grey to White” opens the album with a synth-based, ambient delight, “Extraneous” is a tribal percussion and abstract trip. “Moon Skates” introduces a dreamy funk and quirky melodies, while “Marching Melancholy” is an IDM treat with a thumping broken beat. Track five “Martian Tears” has a deep groove with warm and subtle bell highlights, followed by an interlude titled “Breathe” is created from drones and abstract tones. “Syncopate Mentality” has a more powerful feeling from shuffling kicks under a dystopian soundscape, leading to “Vigil” made of cyclical acid licks amidst a bouncing tom and deep pads. “Magnets” has a soulful and Detroit-influenced groove before closing things out with “Channings” another seemingly braindance-inspired cut with heartwarming chords.

More info:
https://soundcloud.com/oferrall

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Denyl Brook ‘My Lovin’

Artist: Denyl Brook
Title: My Lovin’
Label: Happiness Therapy
Cat. #: HT16
Format: Digital, vinyl
Release Date: April 7th 2023
Tracklist:
A1 My Lovin’
A2 If You Say
A3 Good Times
B1 Ford Anglia
B2 Fellas It’s Me
B3 Awake

Tough but ardent house: that’s the kind of music shared by Denyl Brook through his ‘My Lovin’ EP to be out this week on Happiness Therapy label. Positive vibes roll over the playback and increase the dancefloor attitude of each production, bringing the listener into a rhapsodic state of mind.

More info:
https://soundcloud.com/denylbrook
https://soundcloud.com/ht_france

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Tony Kay ‘Time To Forget’

Artist: Tony Kay
Title: Time To Forget
Label: Blanco y Negro
Cat. #: SFM2317
Format: Digital
Release Date: 31.03.2023
Tracklist:
1. Time To Forget

Tony Kay unveils his latest production ’Time To Forget’ via Blanco y Negro. The talented Moroccan DJ/Producer is back with another production that’s ready to display his signature sound and style; following the release of his last track ‘Go Deep No Sleep’, which has already amassed thousands of plays across streaming platforms, and his own weekly radio show ‘In The Mix’ which has picked up some steam, this time, Tony Kay presents a powerful and vibrant single ready to reach his followers and new listeners across the globe.

The Producer, known for his eclectic style and sound, shows no signs of slowing down introducing new productions at a fast pace, connecting to new and old-time fans of his music and surpassing his previous achievements.

With a groovy beat, electrifying synths and a powerful underlying bassline, this track starts off and develops slowly. Female lead vocals release the next level of the track, were new atmospheric pads and energetic sonic elements join the mix.

The growl of the bass introduces a lead synth melody that builds up the tension to released alongside the vocals and the powerful beat.

The breakdown opens up as the filtered vocals, eerie pads and a mysterious vibe finds its release through a bass growl and the overall uplifting vibe.

A listening journey of its own, Tony Kay manages to blend his talent and sound into this new production that proves why his name deserves to be followed closely.

Make sure to follow Tony Kay, as his release schedule promises to bring new productions to the Electronic Dance music scene.
’Time to Forget’ is out now via Blanco y Negro and available in all major online stores and streaming platforms.

More info:
https://soundcloud.com/tonykay-official
https://soundcloud.com/blancoynegromusic

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Huebl ‘Prdct 02’

Artist: Huebl
Title: Prdct 02
Label: nine0nine
Cat. #: Prdct02
Format: Digital
Release Date: 21.04.2023
Tracklist:
1. This Is What We Do
2. Praise The 909

Huebl interfaces himself with some juicy and rolling instrumentals, which are heavily inspired by the legendary Roland Tr909 drum machine; ‘Prdct 02’ is the two tracker to be out soon that features ‘This Is What We Do’ and ‘Praise The 909’. Both the productions reveal worth dancefloor music and a fresh key to rivisit these timeless samples.

More info:
https://soundcloud.com/ferdinand-h-bl

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LAR & Idd Aziz ‘Kapindi’

Artist: LAR & Idd Aziz
Title: Kapindi
Label: Hathōr
Cat. #: HTR029
Format: Digital
Release Date: 14.04.2023
Tracklist:
1. Kapindi

Hathor is a young and fresh label which delivers interesting and catchy productions. The next single to be out in mid April is signed by Lar and Idd Aziz: ‘Kapindi’ is a great mixture of organic house and tribal, anyway aside the styles definitions the sound is brilliant and the vocal gives to the whole piece an elegant and hopeful mood.

Pre order link:
https://hathor.lnk.to/Kapindi

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Junction 2 announces stages

The Grid, a new cutting-edge stage at Junction 2, features revolutionary technology that sets the bar for groundbreaking lighting, sound, and production. This stage is primed to host some of the festival’s heaviest-hitting acts, guaranteeing a captivating experience for the audience, no matter their location. Overhead lighting structures extend all the way to the back of the crowd, ensuring that every attendee is fully enveloped in both sound and visuals.

The Grid offers the ultimate platform to witness jaw-dropping performances from renowned acts like Underworld, Adam Beyer / Cirez D, Mall Grab B2B Skin On Skin, Mathame, Max Cooper, KAS:ST, and more.

Quad, an open-air space defined by four production towers, is designed to showcase some of the finest names in house music. With FUSE and Phonica Records—two of London’s most respected music partners—collaborating over the weekend, this new stage embodies the past, present, and future of the London scene. The Quad stands as a testament to the enduring impact and significance of these partners in the world of underground music.

The lineup at Quad includes acts such as Dixon, Daphni B2B Hunee, Dan Shake, and a series of eagerly anticipated B2Bs in the FUSE camp, featuring Enzo Siragusa B2B Dyed Soundorom and Margaret Dygas B2B Sonja Moonear.

Blackout, a stage designed to transcend the conventional limits of daylight festivals, offers an entrancing rave experience that transports attendees to an alternate place. This innovative space boasts intelligent lighting, a colossal soundsystem, and some of the hardest-hitting DJs of the weekend, providing an unrivaled musical journey.

The lineup at Blackout includes powerhouses such as DJ Stingray 313 B2B Objekt, Dax J, FJAAK, Kettama, Sama’ Abdulhadi, and I. JORDAN.

The Bridge, Junction 2’s most iconic stage, is set to make a triumphant return, delivering yet another year of unparalleled party experiences. As one of the most impressive festival spaces in the UK, it continues to draw a stellar lineup of top-tier artists. This year’s roster features Detroit techno pioneer Jeff Mills, who will make his debut at Boston Manor Park, alongside renowned acts such as Charlotte de Witte, Nina Kraviz, and the UK B2B debut of Ben UFO and Helena Hauff. Additionally, Carlita B2B DJ Tennis will grace the stage as Astra Club.

And last but not least, the Woods, one of the most celebrated stages at Junction 2. Embodying the essence of iconic woodland raves and boasting some of the finest sound quality at any UK festival, the Woods stage has become a cherished favorite among Junction 2 fans—and with good reason. Revitalized for 2023 after a hiatus, the Woods is set to host an impressive lineup of artists, including Midland, Or:la, and CC:DISCO!.

The Hessle Audio Trio will curate the stage on Saturday, inviting Batu, Ehua, and Miami’s finest Nick León and Bitter Babe to join them in creating an unforgettable experience.

 

Announced Line Up:

Grid

Friday: Underworld (Live), Mall Grab B2B Skin On Skin, Max Cooper (Live), DJ Seinfeld, Nabihah Iqbal (DJ), Mona Yim (DJ)

Saturday: Adam Beyer / Cirez D, Mathame (AV), KAS:ST, Chris Avantgarde, Asch Pintura

Quad

Friday – Phonica Records: Dixon, Daphni B2B Hunee, Dan Shake, Cashu, Ysanne, Phonica DJs

Saturday – FUSE: Enzo Siragusa B2B Dyed Soudorom, Margaret Dygas B2B Sonja Moonear, Praslesh (Praslea B2B Raresh), Gene On Earth B2B The Ghost, Laidlaw B2B Ethel

Blackout – in association with Ticketswap

Friday: DJ Stingray 313 B2B Objekt, Kettama, I. JORDAN, Manami, KT

Saturday: Dax J, FJAAK (DJ), Sama’ Abdulhadi, Adiel, KIIMI

Bridge

Friday – ION Festival: Jeff Mills, Ben UFO B2B Helena Hauff, Elkka B2B Sofia Kourtesis, NIKS B2B Otik

Saturday: Charlotte de Witte, Nina Kraviz, Astra Club (Carlita B2B DJ Tennis), Kessie

Woods:

Friday: Midland, Or:la, CC:DISCO!, B.Love, Storm Mollison

Saturday – Hessle Audio: Hessle Audio Trio, Batu, Nick León B2B Bitter Babe, Ehua

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Biri & Yogg ‘Always Silver, Never Gold’

Artist: Biri & Yogg
Title: Always Silver, Never Gold
Label: NON Series
Cat. #: NON054
Format: Digital, vinyl
Release Date: 31.03.2023
Tracklist:
A1. Always Silver, Never Gold
A2. Bees Crave
A3. Spill The Mill
B1. Crawler
B2. Mea K7
Digital Bonus: Slowed Heartless

Pre order link: https://nonseries.bandcamp.com/album/always-silver-never-gold

Biri (1/2 of the legendary Deep’a & Biri duo) and Yogg meet for the creation of ‘Always Silver, Never Gold’ which will be released soon on NON Series. The whole composition brings techno into new and higher levels, rejecting monotony while moving into unexplored soundscapes. Thanks to these brand new songs both the artists dig deeper towards instrumental combinations, adding variance and catchiness to each production.

More info:
https://soundcloud.com/biri1990
https://soundcloud.com/yoggisadj
https://soundcloud.com/nonseries

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IV-IN ‘So Many Nights’

Artist: IV-IN
Title: So Many Nights
Label: Leveldva
Cat. #: ld067
Format: Digital
Release Date: 23.03.2023
Tracklist:
1. The Moon Is Rising
2. Crawling On My Knees
3. Run To The River
4. Save Us
5. Insane

Buy link: https://www.beatport.com/release/so-many-nights/4041268

Leveldva is an organic house record label run by George Topuridze and Geju who also head up the international events series of the same name. Its roster features music by people ranging from Acid Pauli to Just Emma and the label’s new release is an EP by IV-IN.

IV-IN is a talented producer and vocalist who blends haunting, melancholic lyrics with organic percussion and enchanted melodies to create tracks that are both soothing and psychedelic.

This is IV-IN’s debut release on Leveldva, but he has previously featured on other scene-leading record labels such as Cafe De Anatolia, Underyourskin Records, Magician On Duty and The Gardens of Babylon. He is also a talented DJ who is well-known within his local club scene in Romania.

This five-track release has storytelling qualities that give it the feel of a mini album.

“The Moon is Rising” is a low-slung track with looped guitar chords and mesmerising vocals that create a laidback vibe underpinned by stripped back percussion.

“Crawling on My Knees” has a pulsating bassline and poignant piano chords that lay a foundation for love sick vocals layered with the muffled sound of shuffling percussion.

“Run to the River” is another minimalistic cut with trippy vocals and the distorted sound of sleazy guitar chords that add to the track’s dark and moody atmosphere.

“Save Us” has an ominous bassline and acid synth line that sets the tone for the eerie vocals and grungy guitar chords that flow over the thump of the kick drum.

“Insane” is an atmospheric track that layers sparse percussion with lo-fi trumpets and a delicate guitar to create a spooky soundscape on which the ghostly vocals are nestled.

More info:
https://soundcloud.com/iv-in
https://soundcloud.com/leveldva-music

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Various ‘Global Entry 4’

Artist: Various
Title: Global Entry 4
Label: Sol Selectas
Cat. #: SOL101
Format: Digital
Release Date: 17.03.2023
Tracklist:
01. Amour Propre – Sahara
02. Alar – Jumja
03. Rex & Lyda Feat. VanaVana – Aksum
04. Memo Rex – Articulate Levels of Memory
05. Brett Leve – String Theory
06. GEØVHÄN – Nakuru
07. Hamza Rahimtula – Akchour
08. HOVR – Psycho Magic
09. Touzani – Shanti
10. Nicoleo, Ariaty – Gnawa Elech feat. Laor
11. N1NJA – Sunrise of Agra

Buy link: https://www.beatport.com/release/global-entry-4/4020957

Sol Selectas returns with the 4th edition of its Global Entry 4 compilation, which features 11 organic house tracks by Amour Propre, Alar, Rex & Lyda, Memo Rex, Brett Leve, GEØVHÄN, Hamza Rahimtula, HOVR, N1NJA and Touzani, plus a collaborative cut by Nicoleo and Ariaty.

This spectacular selection has been hand-picked and curated by label owner Sabo and has an uplifting mood that focuses on the concept of new beginnings to mark 2023’s approach of Spring and winter soon coming to an end. Although each of the tracks focuses on organic house, it also takes influence from other genres such as Afro house, deep tech and indie dance.

‘Global Entry 4’ is the fourth in the label’s annual series of winter releases which help warm our hearts and minds as we wait for the summer months and festival season.

The artists who feature on the release are a mix of label favourites such as Amour Propre and Memo Rex, but all of the other artists are making their Sol Selectas debut, including the likes of Brett Leve and N1NJA whose tracks on the compilation are their first ever release.

Embracing different cultures from around the world, this multicultural release features music with roots in Indonesia, Argentina, France, UK, Colombia, India, Morocco, Spain, Germany and America.

Collectively, the artists who feature on this release has individually featured on other influential record labels such as Cafe De Anatolia, Bar 25 Music, Get Physical, Stil Vor Talent, Kindisch and Harabe.

Helia’s artwork displays the Global Entry portal in a lush green jungle with otherworldly audio visitors bursting through the doors of perception.

More info:
https://soundcloud.com/solselectas