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Jesse Maas ‘LTD EP’

Artist: Jesse Maas
Ttile: LTD EP
Label: Belief
Cat. #: BELIEF 001
Release Date: 19/02/23
Tracklist:
a1 LTD
a2 Just A Man
b1 A Life, Wassup
b2 Everytime

East End Dubs is continuing to grow the popular Eastenderz imprint with the launch of a brand new sub-label; Belief. The aim of
the new venture is to expand and defy expectations with a diverse range of artists, highlighting new and emerging talent.
The brand launches with an intimate event alongside the first release from rising star Jesse Maas on February 19.

Jesse has quickly emerged as the one to watch within the thriving electronic music scene of the Netherlands. Continuing to shape his already mature sound at several forward-thinking labels like PIV (NL), Yaya (UK) Headzup (Paris), with releases gathering playtime support from influential names such as Joseph Capriati, Marco Carola, Toman, and Chris Stussy to name a few!

By being raised in a household where a lot of jazz, disco, and blues were played, and by playing guitar at an early age, music has always been a cornerstone of his life. His versatile sets are comprised of authentic, contemporary, and classic underground cuts with a minimal touch, leaving his footprint with many remarkable DJ performances. With this just being the start of new beginnings, there is no doubt that East End Dubs will be looking to carefully curate and build up the Belief brand with the same dedication and passion that he has given to Eastenderz and its artists over the years.

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Julien Earle ‘CLOSE YOUR EYES’

Artist: Julien Earle
Title: CLOSE YOUR EYES
Label: REFLECTION
Cat. #: R3FN009
Format: Digital
Release Date: 17.02.2023
Tracklist:
1. CLOSE YOUR EYES (Extended Mix)

Buy link: https://www.beatport.com/release/close-your-eyes/4007215

Julien Earle is back on his record label Reflection with a brand-new peak time techno release in the style he has released on other imprints including the likes of UMEK’s 1605 and Spektre’s Respekt.

Based in America, Julien Earle is also known for being a YouTube content creator who makes videos that share production tips and tricks with aspiring music creators. Showcasing his talents in the studio, Julien Earle’s style is mainly orientated around techno, but he takes influence from other electronic music genres.

Not only has he dropped solo productions on labels ranging from Pleasurekraft’s Kraftek to Ramon Tapia’s Say What?, he has also collaborated with others such as The YellowHeads and Beico.

This release features two versions of “Close Your Eyes” that have both been produced by the original artist, Julien Earle.

The ‘Extended Mix’ of Close Your Eyes opens the release with a fast and furious groove that consists of electrifying synths and thundering percussion. Its pulsating energy and flickering acid combine with stabbing melodies and a throbbing bassline to deliver a rollercoaster ride of enthralling energy. There is also a more compact version that at three minutes long, is perfect for radio plays.

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

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Roberto Capuano ‘Move it Man’

Artist: Roberto Capuano
Title: Move it Man
Cat. #: TRUE12152
Label: Truesoul
Format: Digital
Release Date: 17 February, 2023

Roberto Capuano returns to Truesoul with a triumvirate of club cuts.

The Napolese artist’s last outing on Drumcode’s little brother label was way back in 2015, with ‘Never Stop’. The title track was a Truesoul classic and typified the groove-ridden techno sound of the mid-2010’s.

Road tested by Adam Beyer at Circoloco @ DC10 and various after parties, ‘Move it Man’ again reinforces his exciting production output.

The title track is a crispy ’80s inspired cut where house, techno and electro collide. Perfect for adding colour to any set. ‘Dice Roll’ is characterised by chugging rhythms, squelchy synths and a cool filtered vocal. ‘Trippin’ is a thick wedged slice of dancefloor might, spanning progressive, techno and acid. Another triumph by Capuano.

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Kristin Velvet ‘Slater Hills’

Artist: Kristin Velvet
Title: Slater Hills
Label: Ovum Recordings
Cat. #: OVM324
Format: Digital
Release Date: 17th February 2023
Tracklist:
1. Slater Hills
2. Slater Hills (Josh Wink Interpretation)
3. Trockenfutter

Berlin-based Australian artist Kristin Velvet debuts on Ovum with two standout cuts backed with a remix from label boss Josh Wink.

Velvet has lived, promoted, partied, DJed and produced around the world. These days, Kristin is shaping the Berlin scene with her work at Arms & Legs Records and as resident DJ at Watergate. She brings an interesting array of influences to her music which is rooted in heavy house and techno grooves with smart hooks. Last year she contributed a tune to the Watergate Twenty Years Anniversary Compilation and now kicks off 2023 with this fresh offering.

‘Slater Hills’ opens up with rolling drums that immediately lock you in. Percussion grows in stature as dark bass arrives and bleeping sonar pulses take you on a deep space trip. It’s a stripped-back but hugely atmospheric cut. Josh Wink steps up to remix and ups the energy levels. The drums are more clipped and punchy with raw claps and loopy bass, refracted vocals and trippy synth effects all adding to the drama.

Last of all is ‘Trockenfutter’ which is a mind-melting deep techno cut. Roaming synths pan about the mix over raw, heavy kicks and the whole thing is brilliantly physical and menacing. Add in doom laded chords and thunderous claps and you have a perfect weapon for underground clubs.

Kristin Velvet’s Slater Hills shows off another alluring side to this hugely promising artist.

 

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Madben ‘Circuit Breaker’

Artist: Madben
Title: Circuit Breaker
Label: Ellum Audio
Cat. #: ELL079
Format: Digital
Release Date: 17th February 2023
Tracklist:
01 Madben – Circuit Breaker
02 Madben – Circuit Breaker (Avision Remix)

Released on 17th February, ‘Circuit Breaker’ marks the first single to drop from Madben’s forthcoming album ‘Troisiéme Sens’ on Ellum Audio.

Lille native Madben is a renowned producer with releases on Astropolis, COD3 QR, Trunkline, and Ellum. The latter plays host to his latest work as he returns to Maceo Plex’s celebrated label with a unique twelve-track album this April.

The 17th of February will see the introduction of the first single ‘Circuit Breaker’. Packed with chugging moody acid techno from the outset – its minimalist approach leaves the floor open to a head-turning display of modulating analogue musicality and ominous resonance, carving out a gritty late-night cut that stands out from the crowd. “I made this track in a very short time, which was unexpected. It’s a favourite of mine; I don’t think I will ever get bored of playing it,” adds Madben.

The single comes with a heady remix from New York producer Avision, a regular on Ellum. Here he works some pace into the original with a bouncy bassline and a killer breakdown, turning this into a peak-time dancefloor cut.

‘Circuits Breaker’ is a superb taster for the long player ahead and another electronic gem from the on-point Madben.

 

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Papa Marlin & Bondar ‘Sunshine’

Artist: Papa Marlin & Bondar
Title: Sunshine
Label: North Of Neptune
Cat. #: NON004
Format: Digital
Release Date: 17th February 2023
Tracklist:
01 Sunshine
02 Caravan

Papa Marlin & Bondar team up for ‘Sunshine’ on Lee Foss’ new North Of Neptune imprint this February.

Ukraine’s Papa Marlin and USA’s Bondar have previously collaborated on labels such as South of Saturn, Sola, Stereo Productions and many more, and now land on Lee Foss’ North of Neptune. Bringing with them another pair of rocking house tracks, the duo put their production chops on full display throughout the ‘Sunshine’ two-tracker.

Leading the release, the title track ‘Sunshine’ brings a catchy, memorable sample to the forefront with a grooving backdrop of chunky drums and sub-hits. ‘Caravan’ sees wonky, carnivalesque instrumentation with rocking percussion and heavy-hitting low end for a trippy yet groovy affair.

Responsible for the wildly successful Repopulate Mars, South of Saturn, and Hot Creations, founded with Jamie Jones, Lee Foss’ new imprint North Of Neptune sees the Chicago-born, LA-based artist further cementing himself as one of modern house music’s most influential actors.

 

 

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William Arist ‘Neo Groove EP’

Artist: William Arist
Title: Neo Groove EP
Label: Mind Medizin
Cat. #: MDZN010
Format: Digital
Release Date: 17th February 2023
Tracklist:
01 Neo Groove I
02 Neo Groove II
03 Neo Groove I (Truncate Remix)

South American techno producer William Arist steps up to Lady Tazz’s Mind Medizin for a new single with an infectious remix from Truncate.

William Arist hails from Montevideo and has a heavy take on techno that has seen him release on Uncage, Planet Rhythm and Bek Audio. He runs his own Perseverancia Records and has had the likes of Joel Mull and Richie Hawtin playing his tracks. He is also a teacher who owns the Espacio Sonoro music school and lays down a fine lesson in tech on this brand-new EP.

The steamy ‘Neo Groove I’ is intense and edgy techno with tightly woven synths, drums and bass. It’s a never-ending trip through desolate industrial spaces that manages to hypnotise while offering plenty of cinematic details. ‘Neo Groove II’ layers up twisted metal sounds with big, icy hi-hats. The punchy drum loops are warm and packed with pent-up energy, and as the synths come and go, the tension rises and falls to always keep you guessing.

L.A.-based Truncate is renowned for his rolling techno style, coming on labels like 50Weapons, CLR, Ovum, and his own eponymously titled imprint. This remix is another classic, with infectious techno drum funk laid down in signature Truncate style. Pulsing synths are stitched in next to rusty hi-hats to make for a raw, heads-down stomper.

‘Neo Groove EP’ is another subversive techno outing for Lady Tazz’s always on-point Mind Medizin label.

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Toman ‘Chevere EP’

Artist: Toman
Title: Chevere EP
Label: No Art
Cat. #: NOART050
Format: Digital
Release Date: 17th February 2023
Tracklist
1. Chevere
2. Sunshine and Ravioli
3. Trinidad

Toman steps up for the 50th release on No Art, unveiling a trio of impactful tracks across his ‘Chevere’ EP.

As Amsterdam-based collective No Art continues to push boundaries within the modern house landscape, it’s safe to say the crew aren’t resting on their laurels as they get set for their biggest year to date. Kicking off 2023 with another landmark release, following on from ANOTR’s debut album late last year, February sees imprint favourite Toman turn up the heat and launch straight into the action as he drops the label’s 50th release – delivering three of his biggest tracks currently in rotation across his ‘Chevere’ EP.

Title track ‘Chevere’ is a resonant cut armed with darker, wicked undertones as the rumbling bassline underpins rich melodies and hooky vocals for a peak time effort loaded with energy. Next, ‘Sunshine and Ravioli’ is a production drenched with classic house and disco influences and welcomes a familiar cut for No Art followers, while ‘Trinidad’ takes a hazy yet dynamic path as sweeping jazz-tinged interludes merge amongst crisp drum arrangements for a blissful ride into sunset hours.

 

 

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Tom Rotzki ‘Anyone EP’

Artist: Tom Rotzki
Title: Anyone EP
Label: Planet Rhythm
Cat. #: PRRUKD23133
Format: Digital
Release Date: February 17th 2023
Tracklist:
1. Alma De La Fiesta
2. Anyone
3. Beloved Solution

Carnival rave-o-lution: Tom Rotzki shares his vision of contemporary techno through a three tracker on Planet Rhythm. ‘Anyone EP’ sends heated and spicy vibes from the start: the first tracklist production titled ‘Alma De La Fiesta’ represents as its best the artist’s intentions, ensembling creativity and freshness.

More info:
https://soundcloud.com/tomrotzki
https://soundcloud.com/planetrhythmrec

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Nico de Andrea feat. Darla Jade ‘My Everything’

Artist: Nico de Andrea feat. Darla Jade
Title: My Everything
Label: Armada
Cat. #: ARMAS2423
Format: Digital
Release Date: February 17th 2023
Tracklist:
Extended Mix
Extended Instrumental Mix
Original Mix
Instrumental Mix

Buy link: https://armada.lnk.to/MyEverything

Nico de Andrea and Darla Jade refresh their long time collaboration with the creation of the single ‘My Everything’; for many fans it could seem a spin off from their ‘Hold Tight’ theme (Spinnin Deep, April 2022), even if the magic formula recall to those vibes this new theme elevates a thoughtful mood and an inward-looking to our lives.

More info:
https://soundcloud.com/djnicodeandrea
https://soundcloud.com/armadamusic