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Brooklyn's Effective Weapons return with another useful weapon for your record box; 'Tear Gas' includes four relentless tracks bristling with techno-industrial carnage. Dark S&M flavor abounds on the lead track 'Controversy', a powerful- slow motion burner with super sleazy samples and ultra-heavy rave sounds. 909 workout techno makes up 'Dominator' which is based around an extraction from the Klinik. The B Side includes 'Bun Hope!' and 'Take a PIL' which also edit freely from industrial 80s jams and inject them with the EW flavour. First 100 copies include tear gas insert that provides all the documentary evidence you ever need to see. LIMITED TO 250 COPIES.

strong acid techno house sound loike aphex twin !! very limited re-stock of the original pressing !!

Fun Records' fourth release signed by startling producer Neik represents all that Barem and Alexis Cabrera once expected when they settled their label's playground. Because Nicolas Neik's debut can be considered definitely as unique: his three tracks are like three priceless tickets to explore an enhanced electronic music game based on a limitless creativity balanced with a strict self-demand. Neik's taste and skills increasingly captivated both Fun founders, but he rarely wanted to share his own sounds. Why Nicolás Neik studio's basis are far away from sharing everything online, his creative strength invigorates massive brainstormings and only outstandingly stops the work in progress finishing a track. Therefore, Fun004 must be unveiled, and enjoyed, and Mike Shannon's F9M remix is what grants a last outstanding coup de grâce: ethereal atmosphere, slippery vocals, padded white noise and a feverish bass create an electrifying dialogue with Neik's F9M and the whole EP's direction. From EXP to MEV, each Neik's track bends straight minimalist sounds to welcome a new vibrant vision of forward-thinking house. Beats, melodies and rhythm have finally got rid of the 4/4 dancefloor Canon, thanks to MEV we are not going to miss it as assumed. By constantly re-editing, redesigning and studying its compositions for several years, Neik's groove attains a misleading complexity that circles and empowers the whole three tracks; surprisingly making us feel as if it was an easy conquest. To exploit its deepness and reach both our mind and body, the beat metamorphoses from ubiquity to intermittence with uprising bursts of intensity.At the first listening, inner emotions may vary speedily, as if collapsing: stop trying to predict what's next, let yourself go and you'll suddenly find Neik's new way to beat the house. The old manual lows its effect; Neik's beatmap will only be disclosed by intuition

Third time is a charm. The Analogue Acid Project by Todd Osborn and Tadd Mullinix resulted in two records in 2005 and 2006 that excelled at the fabrication of gritty acid jak tracks
Now, Todd N Tadd alias TNT aka the dynamite duo finally returns.
Their third outing and first one on Running Back, is a detonative reunion of old and new friends. With two previously unreleased beat tracks on one side plus carefully tailored reissues of Hotness (from the blue record) and Beat This House (from the red record), you get a box of dynamite sticks in various sizes for different situations. More than ten years later and still as explosive. Fire in the hole!

Like a vibration that hurts & pleases in equal measure. A bad trip to the water closet that ends in ultimate glory. We are Decius

The project Get in touch' is based in Mainz and Berlin, and was founded by the guys behind Orbit III. Their passion is to create a blend of trippy minimalistic sounds with classic house and techno elements and to get in touch with the music.
For their first release they are proud to present a primetime killer remix from Nicola Kazimir contrasting the rather smooth original by Willberg on side A. Klaser&Karrenberg, the highly recommended newcomers from Mainz, showcase a dry acid interpretation of the playful floating Orbit III track on side B.

The Finnish dumpster raider is back with three loud, old school jams.

Points label owner Dona (AKA DJ Plant Texture) returns with three killer Acid tracks for MoreAboutMusic.

We are bringing together the creative might of our residents to bring the sound of Renate on a double release EP. Over the years Renate has grown from a impetuous party to a glorious club. The people who came together under her roof and played beats that made bodies pulsate with ecstasy have become benchmarks in the music industry of today. We want to share with you that talent. The second EP is visited by long time Renate friends dOP. These french guys were there in the first Renate Party and there techno stylings grace us with a linguistic masterpiece. Michal Zietara the Polish heartthrob turned Bavarian hiker is joined by Voe the mastermind behind Suxul, together they merge to create a drop beat tune. Homeboy's Hadi is the Croatians influence by the Arab World in a culturally appropriate track that makes you wonder the streets of Damascus, leading to Mehmet Aslan our very own Sultan of beats making a sandstorm with this timeless piece.

Smart Bar resident offers fresh dimensionality on his 3rd shot, for burgeoning PGH label. A funky, acid-infused, & incredibly danceable 4 tracks that includes both peak time & warm-up house chunes.

Infused with minty flavours this next blend brings raw grooves, warm baselines and uplifting melodies. Crafted with love they make the perfect accompaniment to twilight settings, tracks supplied from Mattiik (UK), Slim Steve (Italy), DOS (Austria) and James Henry (UK).

Jensen Interceptor aka Mikey Melas returns to CPU with another brutal electro storm.

The dance floor is never far from his mind with each track building upon his signature thunderous kicks and android basslines.

Melas demonstrates his meticulous knowledge of the genre on this E.P. as he jumps between aquatic synths and no nonsense UR science.

New label from Spain. Comes with 4 acid bombs.

Traveling to space, through music.

Vinyl only, limited copies, no digital promotion.

Innocent Music presents their 9th vinyl only release called Vinyl Only Tools vol.5! This time our label boss Aney F. invites Giuseppe Cennamo, 12 Tones & F.eht!

After delivering the 8th Polybius Trax's release under Myriadd's alias, Craig Stainton strikes again. And this time he does it under the name of Mantra with 4 tracks of jackin', acid house and acid techno.

Besides publishing as Mantra in mythical labels like Bunker, Solar One Music and Abstract Acid, he has done so in Djax-Up-Beats, Crème Organization, Chiwax, Gnosis, Boe Recordings and many more with his other alias and projects: Acid Phreex, Craig Stainton, Monofonix, Myriadd, Modular Men and Nite Vision.

With this EP "The Seventh Seal" (PT009) and with its predecessor in the label "A New Day" (PT008), shows us of his mastery in the art of invoicing dance music under the different strands of acid.

Repress!

DJ Plant Texture drops his weirdo breakbeat house trilogy 'Lloyd goes To Mars' a warped lo-fi house brain melter. Added jungle and downtempo mixes complete side A. On the flip Simoncino offers up 3 sublime remixes, Acid, Dub and Bonus Beats!

What better way to mark the 20th anniversary of Tronic, his forward-thinking label, than creating a new artist album Christian Smith stands out as one of the world's leading exponents of inventive, diverse techno and "Stranger Than Paradise" continues his enthralling, ever-evolving musical journey with aplomb. The fact that Tronic is one of the Top 5 selling techno labels in the world is a mark of a man who stands for nothing less than pure quality.

Having previously released benchmark, critically acclaimed LPs - "Omakase" (2013) and "Director's Cut (2010) - Christian Smith is no stranger to creating supreme, dancefloor orientated albums, that explore and showcase his diverse musical style. Both as a DJ and producer, he is always innovative and bold, a leader not a follower.

Alongside the jaw-dropping excellence of the solo tracks, this new album also features dynamic, inventive collaborations with Wehbba (Christian's great friend and regular collaborator), the New York based house music legend Cevin Fisher, long-time studio collaborator John Selway (of Smith & Selway fame), and Christian's childhood friend and hip-hop artist Arcturus Ra.

DJ Support:


Agoria
Tocadisco (Tocacabana / Toca45)
Brian Cheetham (Global Dance Session)
Felix Da Housecat
Dave Angel
Mauro Picotto (Alchemy)
Luciano (Cadenza)
Stephan Bodzin (Herzblut / Systematic)
Markus Schulz (Global DJ Broadcast)
Anja Scheinder (Mobilee)
Oscar Aguilera (Row14 Monegros)
Gel Abril (Be As One)
DJ Lucas
Markantonio (Analytictrail / Drumcode / MKT)
Joseph Capriati (Drumcode)
Karotte (Karotte's Kitchen)
DJ Steven (Metropolis)
Spartaque (1605 / IAMT / Supreme)
Takkyu Ishino
Arjun Vagale (MakTub Music)
Chris Fortier (Fade)
Richie Hawtin (Minus)
DJ Chus (Chus & Ceballos / Stereo Productions)
Mario Biani (Row14 Monegros)
Pig & Dan (Igor / Cocoon / Soma)
Dubfire (Sci+Tec)
Alex Nemec (Mirablis / Respekt / SOA)
Rick Maia (FACT)
G.PAL (Swift Records) - great 9/10
Gabriele Gilleri (differentgrooves)
Rafa Siles (Barraca / Spain)
Tom Hades (Rhythm Converted)
Filterheadz (MB Elektronics / Intec / 1605)
Anderson Noise (Radio Noise / Noise Music)
DJ Stamina (BO18 / Beirut)
Rob Hes (Bedrock / Toolroom / Sudbeat Music)
Darren Emerson
Tony Dee (Agile / Tronic)
Ian O'Donovan (Bedrock / Tronic / KMS / Connaisseur)
Sian (Octopus, Barcelona)
Sasha - great 8/10 - The Urge / Original Mix
Vertigo Wu (Taipei)
Steve Parry (The Red Zone - Juice 107.6 FM)
Dimitri Nakov (Tronic / emFire)
Marco Lys (Greatstuff)
Luke Hall (Push / Hong Kong)
Macromism (Tronic / SCI+TEC / Break New Soil)
Koen Groeneveld (Absolut)
Hollen (Bitten / Respekt Recordings / Agile Recordings)
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UK techno & house veteran Neville Watson makes his I Love Acid debut, after headlining at their tenth anniversary party in London earlier this year. Mark Forshaw with remix duties. These tracks have been getting caned across the UK, Europe and the USA this summer by a list of DJs far too long to mention. This is the real deal, proper acid for the dancefloor. Strictly limited to 303 copies, on hand-stamped & numbered heavyweight 12' vinyl. No digital. No represses.

Steve Spacek returns to Eglo Records after making his label debut with the summer smash 'Follow Me'. The Lewisham born singer/producer continues to innovate, utilizing the latest technologly (he made these two tracks on an ipad) to push his unique London style from his new home in Sydney NSW. 'If U Wan 2 Find Me' is a celestial slice of vocal footwork/soul, with Spacek offering his own zero gravity take on the chicago sound. Bside 'Time Is Running Out' completely switches up the tempo, this stripped back techno bubbler feels like the soundtrack to a late night cruise around the red planet. Signature Spacek swing and acid bounce througout. Steve Spacek remains one of the most unique and versatile artists from the UK, born out of Londons soundsystem culture his fearless and forwarding thinking approach to music and technology has made him impossible to pigeon hole. Consistently on the cutting edge of new evolutions in sound and style.

"I try to perform as honestly as possible" — the soundbite borrowed from late dancer Dudley Williams for this record's second track could have been uttered by The Mole himself. It's this candor that has allowed us to bear witness to a very marked and very audible transition from his days as a producer in Montreal to becoming a part of the Berlin scene. And what we have here is one result of that very explicit sonic metamorphosis.
De La Planet is our dyslexic subject's third studio album, one that stays true to his ethos of weird above all in the best possible sense. And yet it feels like something distinctly new. Tapping his enormous reservoir of vinyl and sampling the odd film have acted as complement to the jaw-dropping arsenal of synthesizers at de la Plante's disposal—a battery of machines he's been quietly improving his skills on during the past few years. Or not so quietly, perhaps. The man himself would probably say "I'm coming out of the woodshed", and go off on a tangent about Sonny Rollins and his saint of a wife. But that's a story for another sheet.
While the days of Franco-Canadian dollar-record digging are behind him, this album is nothing if not quintessential Mole. And the opening Harmony Day makes sure to let us know we're in for a beautifully strange ride. But not without a dance floor throwdown first—by way of the symphony of pleas, bargains and one-line artist manifestos that is Going With The Hat Man. From its own dizzying heights through to the sci-fi inflected thumps of Braineater Returns, all the way to He Frank's earworm of a wonky cowbell, it's a charter through seldom explored lands. After The Hat Man gets the instrumental treatment, we proceed to Sandwich Time Is Coming, which sounds like a sonic wink at the portrait of Prince presiding over Colin's turntables—or is it the Klee illustration of a man expelling a smiling turd right next to it Either way, this one smells like it's 4:20. Which makes sense, as just one track later we get "I like to get high. So what Don't you" And there's no arguing with that thick percussive groove. The cinematic ambiance of Soft Translation and esoteric ripples of River Highways round out the trip, before Time Out sends us on our way with an early-aughties beat to march along to. Ding ding, time's up. This trip through La Planet is completed. Though we're tempted to jump the fence, relax and stay a while.
But wait, there's more. Call now and you'll receive a modular-only bonus track harkening straight back to the 80s. That's right, this underwater love song goes out to all the Elle Macphersons formerly populating those teenage bedroom walls out there. Romantic, eh

More classic, ghetto Chi-town business from the DM vaults here - 2-Bit Project's (aka Larry Thompson of LNR fame!) 'Bump That Pussy' EP is another hot, collectible entry into the DM catalogue. This special, enhanced 2017 repress version features all the OG cuts (except 1 short skit) and boasts 2, yes 2!, exclusive extended edits from UK man of mystery and all round house digger extraordinaire Jonny Rock. If you know JR's steez then you know he knows exactly what is up with the underground. He's neatly extended the 2-Bit originals (which were originally very short tracks!) and teased the funk outta the right crevices for all us lucky folks. If you like that raw, rugged, Chicago, minimal fonk that Dance Mania are known for, you'll love this one. A killer, solid and in-demand EP. One for the headz. Massive record, pure power all the way through and an essential weapon for the record bag! Fully, legit reissue done with the permission and assistance of Dance Mania records and Mr. Parris Mitchell, Chicago USA.

Reminiszenzen sind zum Mitsingen da! Pünktlich zum weltweiten Schallplattenladentag liefert Hamburgs Hitschmiede Nummer 4, die nach wie vor kurz vor der Übernahme durch Universal Music steht, den nächsten Bürgersteighochklapper ab. Wenig bis nichts ist überliefert aus den Anfangstagen von Techno, die Rede ist oft von Atemmasken, Staubsaugern und Schuhen, mit denen die Leute ihre eh schon durch wochenlangen Tanz im Strobo ausgemergelten Körper noch dürrer erscheinen lassen wollten. Geschichte wurde in den Redaktionen der Lügenpresse verfasst und Clubaufnahmen in TV Studios nachgestellt. Die Protagonisten von einst leben dagegen den gleichen Lebensstil wie schon immer, Smoothies, perfekt sitzende Anzüge, eiserne Disziplin und mit der Tupperdose voll hand gemachter Sandwiches geht es morgens Punkt 9 ins Studio. Nur so entstanden und entstehen nach wie vor Melodien für Millionen. Pampa verstand und versteht sich seit je her in der Tradition dieser Techno Arbeiter, alles andere ist Tetris. Pünktlich fährt auch dieses Jahr wieder der 7,5 Tonner vor, mit nichts als Staub, Knistern, Hallräumen, zittrig programmierten Beats, einer Prise Vogelstimmen und Acid auf der Ladefläche! Mit Wolfgang Voigt Remix, der gut gelaunten Karnevalsnase aus Köln, den Konzepte schon immer sehr interessierten, kommt diese Platte zu euch in die Läden. Mit freundlichen Grüßen und der ganzen Konzentration aufs Wesentliche: Büro für organisierte, klaustrophobische Zustände, Pampa. Hamburg, den 25. Februar 2016

From A Recent Mixmag Story about one of Pandreas Releases: There must be something in that fresh arctic air in Norway: from the Sex Tags Mania crew to Todd Terje, the icy Scandinavian nation has become a hotbed for producers making a particularly sparkling blend of leftfield disco and house. Pandreas is another emerging talent from the country's rich resource of irrepressibly jaunty producers, who has impressed with a string of lively EPs on Sellout Music in recent years. For us here at Full Pupp these 4 tracks fromn Pandreas belong to the best NO we have recently heard. Eruptive, Discoide, Percussive, Acidic, Hypnotic, full of funtasteic subtle trickery and quality tantric effects that keep the tension up and are always made to Play! A Rare Gem, all 4 tracks!

REPRESS ! Early works from Kink dedicated do Aphex Twin. Producer - Strahil Velchev, Teodor Dereliev

Michael E's second release of TB303 and drum machine bang outs. Star Child continues its chronicles of chicago & detroit infused dance floor beats.

BLACK CATALOGUE is proud to announce its newest artist, San Francisco-based DJ/producer, SEPEHR. On the A side is a D'MARC CANTU mix along with the acidic original mix of the title track "STEP ONE". On the flip is "CAUGHT IN A FUNK", which lives up to its name. Limited hand-stamped white label.

Coming off the back of 2 years running strictly-vinyl-only acid house underground parties, the Downfall crew - all veterans of the 1980's London acid house scene - have put together their debut 12".

Straight out of Wandsworth EP. Four jacking analogue machine-driven tracks. All hardware. Vinyl only. No digital.

A new WPH is upon you. After WPH 019 comes WPH...021...
No need to check Discogs for WPH 020, it's just not there... But we digress! WPH 021 hails the return of Spain's Nacho Marco, who was responsible for WPH 010 together with Raoul Lambert. For his WPH comeback our Valencia kid has teamed up with the vocal talents of Aqeel, bringing you the acidic soul masterpiece 'Open'. Think Deetron on a dark day!

On remix duty we find young WPH buck Kiani & His Legion who came up with two remix versions. His 'Basement Remix' will go well info any Levon Vincent set and his 'normal' version is vintage Kiani. That says it all really, vintage Kiani, after just 6 tracks officially released. Raw Belgian talent at its very best!

Does the world needs more acid Yes it does! the R-A-G trio aka Dutch producers Ma Spaventi, G-String & Aroy Dee deliver three raw acid-jams with Aroy on the couch working the mic. The lyrics of Dreadfully Nervous are based on a Edgar Allan Poe story.

'Dreadfully Nervous (Aryd's Acid Mix)' is a gurgling brew of squelchy acid with dark vocals and pinging cowbells pulling you in all directions. Coarse claps and ever more wild synths encourage you to cut loose and make for another timeless cut. 'Dreadfully Stoned' is more stripped back, with a rubbery arpeggiated synth the main hook over subtle, supple drums. Those dark spoken word vocals are back again and the whole thing is freaky and unsettling as a result. Last of all is the bright and glistening 'No Soul' with metal hits and claps and prickly acid all bursting out of dusty Chicago drums. It's raw and sure to fire the synapses just like R-A-G productions always do.

New Chicago Acid House from Mark Churcher, the creator of the 1990s label Emote (V-Neck & Send/Return) with a remix from the Gasman (Planet Mu)

One year on since their last venture as Black Spuma on International Feel, Fabrizio Mammarella, also known as Telespazio and Phillip Lauer, one half of Tuff City Kids, are back with the insatiable Orme EP. Showcasing the pair at their best, this four tracker is where acid meets emotive melodies and shimmering Italo synths lines. In the words of Phillip Lauer it's where "balearic vibes, acid love and a lost tape from 1991 merge into pure bliss!.." The pair first met when Phillip (trading as Arto Mwambe) remixed a Telespazio track. They started working together in 2015 when their first joint release Oasi was released on International Feel. An integral part of the label, Lauer recently released the highly acclaimed self-titled Talamanca System album on International Feel alongside Gerd Janson and label boss Mark Barrott. Both Lauer and Mammarella have a history of quality releases on great labels: Running Back, Beats In Space, Permanent Vacation and Rollerboys Recordings.

Joe brings us house/acid/techno riffs with live recorded vocals and gear.

Joe is a warehouse sound-man veteran of almost 20 years in and around Los Angeles.
After curating, playing and servicing many techno/house/disco/acid events, Joe would like to share some notes & texture with everyone.
Thank you for listening

London's DMK label provides a follow up to it's debut release from Kuba Sojka with another strong release from Stojche who delivers another quality EP of underground house/techno tracks on the Square Chapter EP.

A new absolutely fantastic release by Jochen Heib!
SSM009 - Jochen Heib - The River
Limited hand stamped vinyl - don't sleep on this!

Eleven Pond formed in 1986, released one epic postpunk/synth pop/darkwave LP titled 'Bas Relief' then records songs for a second LP titled 'Assemblage' and the experimental noise project 'Space Trio'. The band breaks up shortly after due to differences in taste, all the 16 track master tapes are shelved. 22 years later the song Watching Trees is rediscovered in Brooklyn NY and club DJ's in the minimal synth scene play Watching Trees. Dark Entries Records reissues 'Bas Relief', the original hand silkscreened vinyl LP becomes a $900 collectors item, invitations for the band to play shows appear on Facebook ... in 2010 Jeff Gallea reforms Eleven Pond and starts recording and performing. They release a cover of the Seasons Are Sitting on Chairs' from Arvid Tuba and a few great songs like Just Be Happy'. As we love the insane modernity of these two songs we decided to release them on Prego and asked Dmitry Distant to remix this happiness anthem. All songs are remastered for vinyl by Isolator, housed in a jacket designed by Anda Masq & Rodeo Basilic.

More Madnezz from the Jack For Daze camp. Straight jackers from Marcos Cabral, Oli Furness and deep bizz from Sean Dixon.

Amazing stories continue with the second release, the Georgian alien... Cobert!