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As one of the labels core artists, Iain Howie has confidently crafted Rhombus' 22nd
catalog release and debut 12". With vivid atmospheres, spacious vocal textures, and
mountainous grooves, Iain continues to hone the vision he created in his first outing on
Rhombus. We're happy to have him back in action and making his mark on wax.

Updated DJ Support from:

Maya Jane Coles (Hypercolour, I/AM/ME) - "Bully is great!"
Estroe (Rush Hour) - "I like Fleur a lot, nice and slow. Thanks!"
Acid Pauli (Circus Company) - " :-) :-)"
Paco Osuna (Plus 8) - "Will try thanks!"
Riva Starr (Snatch!) - "THX!"
YoKoO (ADID) - "Good stuff"
Jon Charnis (Innervisions) - "Lovely"
Jonas Saalbach (Einmusik) - "Like the whole EP!"
Marc Poppcke (Crossfrontier) - "Great music!"


Updated Radio Support:

Steve Raschke (Pure FM) - "my fav: Bully thank u"
Marcio, Global Communication (Radio PO) - "Nice Thanks."
Laurent, Different (Radio F) - "Superb Ep with 3 beautiful tracks. Will play & FULL SUPPORT !"

We like to present you the first limited hand stamped vinyl only record on our new sublabel Whyte Numbers, featuring 4 original cuts from Germany's House talent Interstate and out on the first week of July.Matthias Fiedler's imprint Blaq Numbers has been delivering solid raw House records with a particularly experimental forward thinking vibe over the past few months. The label has put out music from the likes of Peter Clamat, Fede LNG, Lootbeg, Ranko, Odysea and Fiedler himself and it's been already played by german maestro Move D and supported by the likes of Sampling As An Art, Tom Trago, Nachtbraker, Roman Rauch, Mathias Kaden and more. Next month the label presents the first record on the sublabel Whyte Numbers, coming from young producer Interstate. Although the producer is just 17 years old, you won't find the usual standard House tracks, but an extremely diversified range of influences that makes this EP a gem and Interstate definitely one to watch.The EP opens with the 808 Miami Bass influenced 'Gangster Rap', driven by in your face melodic synths and rapping sampled vocals. The A2 is the monstrous 'You Kno, i Kno', the perfect combination of relentless drum machine grooves, House pads and a constantly changing bassline. Watch out for this one on the dance floor. On the flip side he drops 'I want this groove to never end' and we couldn't agree more with the title: a raw 4/4 straight House beat and a powerful melodic bassline drive this hypnotic floorfiller - fans of Palms Trax will dig this. The EP closes with 'Mind Games', a Old School inspired gem: the track is permeated by a strong soulful atmosphere, with the twist of the unforgettable vocal sample taken from The S.O.U.L Experience ft. Melvin Canady.Early support by: Andy Hart, Black Loops, Chasing Kurt, DJ T.,Freund der Familie, Frits Wentink, Hector Couto, Hunee, Jovonn, KRL, Loz Goddard, Luke Solomon, Luna City Express, Rainer Trueby, Robert Owens, Roman Rauch, Saine, Sello, Urulu, youANDme and many more...
Cheers,
Matthias
BLAQ NUMBERS

After Interstate's lovely debut EP, we continue with a four-tracker by some familiar and some new faces, dropping on our vinyl only sublabel Whyte Numbers.

Early support by: Session Victim, Midland, Fede LNG, Jimpster, Real D, Mount Liberation Unlimited,Will Lister,Loz Goddard, Jaques Renault, Harry Wolfman, Sakro, Ouer, Mono & Luvless, Panthera Krause, DJ Octopus, Mathias Kaden and more...Vinyl Only!

Sistrum proudly welcomes house music legend Alton Miller to the fold for release number thirty three. For 'All The Little Things,' Alton lays it down in fine form and enlists the incomparable vocal talents of Ree to bring the soulful vibrations as only he can. To call this one an instant classic is understatement...in the wise words of Robert Nesta Marley, 'Who feels it, knows it.'

The producer crew around footjob completes catalogue number 12 with the first ever label-sampler, highlighting their love for a variety of styles. Le Rubrique starts the journey with an afro disco banger, followed by a funky piano piece from Phonk D and the jazz formation Triorität for all the old school lovers out there. The flipside continues with an extraordinary dancefloor filler by Lukas Lehmann and the label's own supergroup Pallaspeople. On the last track Sascha Ciminiera takes us into the deepness of meditative house music with a sexy sax line. You better cop that!

The 'Change' EP is the latest solo release from Lavvy Levan, four tracks that seamlessly appeal to the head, heart and soul - and not forgetting the feet. The 'Change' EP see's Lavvy continuing to stretch out, explore, search and cement his place in the House Music family. The title track offers a frenzied filter-led groove, taking Disco influenced House to a new level - a sure-fire feel-good dance floor monster.

'Hurt' takes a more laid back direction, laced with infectious vocals, scattered breakbeats and a summer-laden vibe that will please a happy soulful crowd.

'Mess' moves toward the avant-garde, with soaring sci-fi pads and a masterful sub-bass. Striking and slightly heavier than Lavvy's usual style. One not to be taken lightly.

... and finally 'Peace' is a rich, deep and rather emotive track with heart-wrenching chords and a driving bassline - this is Lavvy delivering some his most personal and expansive work yet.

2LP gatefold, Poster insert, Download card to high-quality WAV, Reverse board finish with US spot gloss logo

People of Earth proudly presents Warren Harris aka Hanna.
Blessing us with a 4 track EP titled "From the Dark Sky". Delivering his signature bass licks and providing us with a vocal track on top of it all in "Last Forever". Hints of jazz, gospel and straight deep house throughout the record, all beautiful, uplifting and full of purpose.

To coincide with the hugely successful London event 'Fleetmac Wood' a night entirely devoted to the Mac and their edits, this new release delivers a throbbing AA 12" of musical joy courtesy of Psychemagik & RedKen.
A: Dreams - Psychemagik - Crystal Visions Remix
Psychemagik hit the spot again with their much hyped remix of 'Dreams'. As ever the duo keep true to the original updating this timeless anthem by turning it into a fully fledged hypnotic and sensual, dancefloor friendly monster. The vocal is chopped up and twisted into a sweet psychedelic swirl, dubbed out and layered effortlessly into this new mix, a subtle beat and heavy bassline is added to enhance and entrance your eardrums making this an instant club classic.
AA: Big Love - RedKen - Big Four Letter Word Mix
This re edit of 'Big Love' by RedKen (of AOR Disco fame) starts out as a chugging, swirling, dubbed out creeper before dropping effortlessly into the original tracks timeless riff locked down by a baseline that just oozes class. Moving effortlessly through the gears with beautifully overdubbed keys and guitars it arrives at the final chorus with a crescendo so intense it will leave you wondering what day of the week it is, bringing this classic bang up to date.

Arriving onto the electronic scene with 'I Believe, on the monumental (10 Records) compilation 'Techno 2: The Next Generation'
(alongside Carl Craig, Marc Kinchen, and Jay Denham) in 1990, Octave One is the brainchild of the phenomenal native sons of
Detroit, MI (USA), the Burden Brothers. The core unit of the band, made up of Lenny and Lawrence Burden (with revolving members of
Lynell, Lorne, and Lance Burden), have had the privilege of bringing their high energy live shows all over the world! The brothers
Have Released groundbreaking dance anthems on their own Detroit based record label, 430 West Records. Including DJ Rolando's
'Jaguar', Random Noise Generation's 'Falling in Dub', Aux 88's 'My A.U.X. Mind' (on the 430 West sister label Direct Beat), as well as their
Own Octave One recordings: 'Empower', 'Nicolette', 'The X-files', 'Meridian', 'Love and Hate', 'The Greater Good', and 'Siege'. They have
remixed tracks for Massive Attack, Akabu, Steve Bug, John Thomas, Aril Brikha, Vince Watson, The Trampps, Rhythm is Rhythm, and
Inner City. 2000 saw Octave One release the anthemic 'Blackwater'. The massive hit appeared on over 30 compilation albums
Worldwide (with sales over one million!) Its now a classic on the decks of some of the world's best known DJs, Little Louie Vega,
Danny Teneglia, Jeff Mills, Richie Hawtin, Kevin Saunderson, Derrick May, Laurent Garnier, among others.

The Other Man' is a unique collaboration between up-and-coming young Finnish producer Janne Tavi - the flag-bearer of Ibadan's next generation - and acclaimed Chicago house vocal legend Robert Owens. This EP is a superb rare gem that bridges global distances and combines a broad range of influences. The result is lush layers of sound, relentless energy, and intricate piano riffs and stabs. Owens' poignant vocals seal the deal on this new house classic, taking it to sublime heights. The vocal dub kicks the heat up a notch with Owens' seductive vocals and Tavi's stunning keys and arrangement. On the B-side, New York house legend Kerri Chandler makes a long-awaited return on Ibadan. First up is a spirited vocal version with a dynamic bassline. Chandler follows it up with an instrumental take, pared down to a tool and keeping the infectious groove going with deep and satisfying flavor.

Franck Roger reunites with vocal powerhouse Mandel Turner for one of the year's most infectious tracks, 'Through The Motions'. The product of a melting pot of inspirations, 'Through The Motions' features a hilarious spoken-word sample, Mandel's ultra smooth vocal contribution and louche, hypnotic atmosphere underpinned by a laid back BPM.Franck and Mandel first got together on one of last year's dancefloor smashes, the superlative 'After All'. The twosome found common ground through their love of eighties and nineties New York musical culture. Mandel being one of the fortunate few to have spent time at Larry Levan's Paradise Garage, where the magic really happened week in, week out for over a decade between the mid- seventies and mid-eighties. Franck and Mandel formed a strong friendship and decided to continue their working relationship by reuniting for 'Through The Motions'.Franck concocted the track's continuous linear beat after finding inspiration in one of his favourite tracks, the cult classic 'Make Me Dance (Hard For The DJ) by Nu Groove legend Basil Hardhaus. Later, during their studio sessions, Franck and Mandel came up with the hook This time derived from a cult track from the nineties New Jersey scene, 'Goin' Through The Motions' by Keisha Jenkins and produced by New York duo, Blaze. Add to that a side-splitting vocal sample and 'Through The Motions' was born.Just like 'After All', 'Through The Motions' is proof that the partnership between Franck Roger and Mandel Turner is one that can Produce Instant classics. Their joint musical heritage combined with a variety of influences, from both house and many other genres, Giving to high Quality contemporary electronic music.

Marc Miroir is the Berlin based head of Paso-Music. He
has been active for a decade and as well as on his own
label has turned out on Aras, Trapez ltd, Bondage, Heinz
Music and many others. Here one of his big hitters 'Let Me
Go' feat. Elif Biçer gets remixed by deep house legend Fred
P, as well as Leo Cubanero and Deadbeat. New York's
Soul People boss and underground talent Fred P goes rst
and unsurprisingly his track is spiritual and way below the
surface, with emotive female vocal coos and skipping
drums all laced up in mesmerising and soulful pads. Then
comes Leo Cubanero, who has been producing on label like
Festplatten and Nachtfrequent since 2003, and he ips the
track into a liquid tech house affair with libidinous vocals
and freaky synths and pads that add as spooky air to
proceedings. Lastly, Montrealer DeadBeat lays down a
sublime minimal dub remix that is gooey and lazy, elastic
and seductive in all the right ways, especially when the sexy
vocal comes in. This is a connoisseur package of deep
house that breathes plenty of great new life into the Marc
Miroir & Elif Biçer original.

Rising stars Pentatones, justly lauded for their distinctive blend of oblique pop, jazz-inflected electronica and languorous torch songs, receive the full Steve Bug treatment on Poker Flat's latest 12 transmission: a meeting of minds that produces an utterly seductive dancefloor anthem. The original version of 'Karma Game' appears on the Pentatones album 'Ouroboros' which will be released early 2015. Distilling the original's haunting noir pop into a deep techno groove, Bug suspends tinkling chimes and tuned woodblocks around a gritty bass stab. A choir of siren voices follow, hauntingly layered as the tension builds and the riff tightens its grip on synapse and sinew alike. But all this is merely a prelude to the introduction of Delhia de France's vocals: a heartstring-pulling foil to Bug's intense repetitions, creating a heady blend that is deeply involving and instantly memorable. An instrumental version on the flipside gives harder-leaning DJs the chance to focus on the hypnotic riff and crisp, percussive touches that comprise the trademark Steve Bug sound, topping off a rich and unforgettable packagep.

Recording this record in Cuba was a special moment in my life', Louie says. For the first time Elements Of Life, Anané Vega, Josh Milan, Luisito Quintero, Gene Perez, Axel Tosca and Louie Vega

embarked on a trip to Cuba to participate in Two Beats One Soul' album on RVMK Records. The Results were four tracks on the album and one of them a very unique song Music And Life' featuring the sultry and angelic voice of Anané Vega. The song was penned by Josh Milan, and Louie Vega contributed with the music. Gene Perez on Electric Bass, Josh & Axel Tosca on Keyboards, and Luisito Quintero on Percussion. Released as a digital single recently, it's now on many radio and club charts worldwide, as well featured on compilations. On top of all this momentum Vega Records, then reached out to RVMK Records and licensed the track for a special picture vinyl release. The picture vinyl is a collectors piece, get your hands on it fast as there will be a limited number made. Anané Vega on the picture vinyl with her signature as well, colorful and sonically delicious! Release Date is May 25, 2018 at a vinyl store near you.

This EP is a collection of songs that were recorded during the past couple of years,'says Baba. They all represent things I've been going through, just day to day stuff, travelling, djing, meeting people, being alone a lot, falling in love, parties, hang overs etc. 'Showtime'as a title just means it's showtime. Before every gig, every day of travel. Always somewhere. Pressure, stress, excitement. Gig-economy self-loathing and megalomani."
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Swedish-born 24-year-old Baba Stiltz(real name)has beensteadily releasinghis idiosyncratictake on dance music to growing fanfare. Hisis aplayful brand of electronic music that crosses boundaries and genres unlike many before.Opening the EP withjazz inflected slow-jam 'Showtime' and peaking with'Maze'-the kind of summer floor-filler Babaissucha natural at crafting-his range is fully on show for the Showtime EP.

UPC: 827170500167 Release : 08.07.2013 A1. Activate feat. Cari Golden (Original Mix) A2. Activate feat. Cari Golden (Lumino Remix) B1. Activate feat. Cari Golden (Oliver $ Back To School Mix) Danse Club label bosses Scott & Austen Smart AKA Brodanse unleash their first release on the label, the superb 'Activate' featuring vocals from Cari Golden and remixes from Oliver $ and Lumino... Danse Club Records launched in the latter months of 2012 and has, to date, built a solid reputation with its remixed and re-issued 90's US house classics. That however, was always just part of the plan for label bosses Scott & Austen Smart, the sibling duo whose passion for electronic music gave birth to the imprint. Working together as Brodanse, Scott & Austen have been behind two of the remixes released on the label to date joining the likes of Matt Tolfrey, Oliver $ and Just Be to name a few. The bigger plan however was always to develop the label's release schedule with new original releases sitting alongside the re-issued 'Gold Series' records and so the first of these new releases comes fittingly from Brodanse themselves. 'Activate' is not the pair's debut single, coming as it does, hot on the heels of the excellent release for Chicago's Fresh Meat Records. The in demand Brodanse also have a single lined up with the highly respected Fullbarr imprint, but this is something special, released on their own label and featuring vocals from the ever-excellent Cari Golden. The release kicks off with the original version of 'Activate', a pulsing slice of vocal house that employs a simple bass driven groove to provide the soundbed for Cari Golden's distinctive vocals. A peppering of emotive piano chords and swirling FX bring further depth to the mix whilst the arrangement keeps drawing the attention back to that insistent groove, quality stuff. The first of the two remixes sees Berlin's Oliver $ drop an intense, heady house mix built around a nagging old school riff that is understated bu

UPC: 827170500167 Release : 08.07.2013 A1. Activate feat. Cari Golden (Original Mix) A2. Activate feat. Cari Golden (Lumino Remix) B1. Activate feat. Cari Golden (Oliver $ Back To School Mix) Danse Club label bosses Scott & Austen Smart AKA Brodanse unleash their first release on the label, the superb 'Activate' featuring vocals from Cari Golden and remixes from Oliver $ and Lumino... Danse Club Records launched in the latter months of 2012 and has, to date, built a solid reputation with its remixed and re-issued 90's US house classics. That however, was always just part of the plan for label bosses Scott & Austen Smart, the sibling duo whose passion for electronic music gave birth to the imprint. Working together as Brodanse, Scott & Austen have been behind two of the remixes released on the label to date joining the likes of Matt Tolfrey, Oliver $ and Just Be to name a few. The bigger plan however was always to develop the label's release schedule with new original releases sitting alongside the re-issued 'Gold Series' records and so the first of these new releases comes fittingly from Brodanse themselves. 'Activate' is not the pair's debut single, coming as it does, hot on the heels of the excellent release for Chicago's Fresh Meat Records. The in demand Brodanse also have a single lined up with the highly respected Fullbarr imprint, but this is something special, released on their own label and featuring vocals from the ever-excellent Cari Golden. The release kicks off with the original version of 'Activate', a pulsing slice of vocal house that employs a simple bass driven groove to provide the soundbed for Cari Golden's distinctive vocals. A peppering of emotive piano chords and swirling FX bring further depth to the mix whilst the arrangement keeps drawing the attention back to that insistent groove, quality stuff. The first of the two remixes sees Berlin's Oliver $ drop an intense, heady house mix built around a nagging old school riff that is understated bu

The multitalented producer Dario Dattis is back with another high class production featuring Freda Goodlett from "Soul of Switzerland" best vocalist... can u feel it~

great new 4tracker on purple music !!!

After Oliver's and Fran's track "Echoes" already received the full remix treatment it is now the slow jazzy trip-hop ballad "I Might" that gets cured for the dancefloor.

Mamie's Records welcomes Playin' 4 The City for their second release ! The deep and soulful house band run by Olivier Portal delivers a versatile and classy sound on Mighty EP. The A side fully illustrates the vibe and sound palette you can experience during their live shows, from gospel with Marilyn's voice on Lord and Master to summer with Slikk Tim's tight and funky bass play on Time 4 Passion. B side goes «back to the roots» with the unique «Straight Up» sound, a deep house label Olivier used to run end of the 90's with his long time friend Be´tino. No Compromises is a club banger and mister Portal's great keyboard touch on Medicated Skin closes this EP in a beautiful way. They're back !!! Playin' 4 The City, the french house band led by Olivier Portal is on point. After many live performances at the well-known Rex Club, and all over Europe, Olivier brought Playin' 4 The City to Chicago and held a 3 year monthly residency at Mad Bar. During a decade Olivier took a break with Playin' but nally came back on the scene with live shows at New Morning, Djoon, and Macki Music Festival among others ... After a few collab's with Franck Roger (Sun Orchestra), Dj Deep (Funk Force Project), and multiple aliases, Olivier has de ned a unique sounding House through his productions all over France, Europe, and US in the late 90's.This easy listening sound Portal creates will take you to another dimension, full of jazzy, groovy, and deep emotional vibes.

Cymawax explores the far reaches of our sonic galaxy with its next 12 only release, an exciting seven song set from evocative Uruguayan-Norwegian vocalist Camilla Luna. Camilla is known as one half of Luna & Bazis on WahWah45s, with producer friend BHLB, and as vocalist for Trulz & Robin's releases on Eskimo and Dance Disorder's 'Metallic Italic (Bpitch Control). Her years of improvising vocals with musicians and DJs at renowned Oslo clubs like Blaa, Jeager, and The Villa have given Camilla a knack for accompanying electronic rhythms with haunting, tuneful melodies.
For the Open Up EP, Camilla joins producer BHLB for soulful and raw vocals recorded in one take over futuristic, bass-heavy, and delightfully offbeat tracks. The styles and tempos vary wildly, but the sound throughout is unified in a deceptively organic 'Ex Machina' woman-meets-machine vibe. In the title cut, the almost tribal percussion summons exotic, benevolent spirits when combined with Camilla's temptatious crooning. The twisted R&B of 'Wut R U Gwonna DO could almost be a secret collaboration with the likes of Flying Lotus. And 'F.O.C." transmits a slightly intimidating techno stomp that would make all heads on the dance floor turn towards the DJ and immediately take notice. These are just a few of the otherworldly audio nuggets found within the Open Up EP ... there are more treasures to unveil. Excavate soulfully.

Jumping straight in on the No.1 spot on iTunes South Africa on day of release and already one of the most celebrated albums of 2014 in the motherland, House veteran DJ/producer Ralf GUM unleashes his third album, 'In My City', unto the rest of the world on his acclaimed GOGO Music label. Featuring huge-hitters Hugh Masekela, Monique Bingham, Omar, Dele Sosimi, Kafele, Portia Monique,Lee Bling, Jocelyn Mathieu and KB this is a long-player not to be missed.
This is the first 12' sampler from Ralf Gum 's album 'In My City'

Great follow up on Electric Blue by Robert Owens after Ron's Tribute to Frankie Knuckles. Love / Release comes around with 3 versions produced by Ron Trent and Jerome Sydenham.

After releasing SPACE CONTROL an intergalactic journey into synthesizers, back in 2012, the Theremynt duo went on to release a successful, if steady, stream of EPs, including 'Robotique de l'Amou'r and 'Vampiros Discos' (a tribute to Brazilian filmmaker Ze do Caixao). With remixes coming from the likes of David Carretta, Acid Washed and Club Bizarre, these were playlisted by scene DJs such as Marvin & Guy and Ivan Smagghe, amongst others.

Now Yann and Eva are striking back with their second LP, Parallels.

It's a record that sees them changing their colour palette and mood, but one that's still haunted by ghosts that lurk within their synthesizers and drum machines. The 10 tracks still exhibit Peel's ever shifting vocal style and Yann's sophisticated arrangements. But the second LP oscillates between ballad and dancefloor, landing between cosmic disco influences, Krautrock and other progressive techno sounds. As a bonus, the album also features a cover of famous 80's anthem Self Control. (Raf & Laura Branigan).

Mr D' Attis always deliver quality music. For this new amazing tune he teamed up with Shon Jackson and Lejuan... What could possibly go wrong ~~ As it turns out, nothing !! Perfect sound for clubs & radios !

Vincent Valler Delivers with this release a timeless classic for now and then

Telepopmusik, iconic electronic music group and author of « Breathe (featuring Angela McCluskey)» from their first Album « Genetic World » released in 2001 inspired Roche Musique, trailblazing french label coming from the electronic Parisian scene which managed to rise from the ashes a classic and timeless electronic tune. Roche Musique crew tried to readapt the classic track proposed by Telepopmusik in order to offer a contemporary vision through the prism of their respective universes. By the process, they are bringing out a eclectic EP we would like to get lost in, laying on a poolside... In a parallel process, Telepopmusik will release a new album this fall 2017.

Panevino Music is coming up with the next hot release produced by Dutch duo Niels Schröder and Jasper Drexhage aka 'Dutchican Soul'. Accompanied with the excellent gospel voice of Andrea Love, this release is going to work every dance floor around the globe.The package includes two great remixes by Ralf GUM who really did a great job on the Dub and a very Asian influenced vocal version and a very special deep Panevino remix. Also watch out for the just-digital versions by King DK.

Taken from the just released Album PURPLEIZED the new Jamie Lewis club hit single features the sexy newyorkerin Kim Cooper who tries to make everyone obsessed!! Upon the successulf releases on Purple Music of the past years....

pure soulful house - main vocal mix/club anthem & davide fiorese old school mix