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Berlin-based HOVR’s debut EP on Heimlich Musik is called ‘Holding On’ and marks the 32nd EP of the label. The original mix of the title track is a well-balanced composition of subtle vocals, powerful acid lines and classic drum machines underlined by hypnotic pads. The second track ‘Cosmic Cowboy’ lives up to his name with... Read more »

One of the most prolific artists on the European techno circuit, Simina Grigoriu, has steam-rolled her way through the first half of 2023 with a series of outstanding originals and remixes for a selection of the industry’s leading record labels. Following a mammoth debut on We Are The Brave with ‘Mental Warfare/Feed The Machine’ and... Read more »

Moxy Muzik is back with its biggest release of the year so far with none other than house hero Sidney Charles serving up the solid beats. German mainstay Charles is a contemporary tastemaker who runs his own label Heavy House Society. He makes quality tunes with swimming drums, rawness and real drum punch. They are... Read more »

Alain M. started DJ’ing in his early 20s and played a variety of clubs, big and small, in Ottawa, Montreal and Kingston. From teenage influences in progressive rock, metal and blues, and later New York and Chicago house, Dutch techno and early trance, his style has evolved towards the more melodic, infectiously rhythmic and thoughtful... Read more »

Following a standout contribution to the ‘Elevate’ compilation, Mha Iri steps up for her Drumcode EP debut. Continuing Scotland’s grand techno tradition, the Edinburgh-based DJ/producer is one of 2023 breakout artists. ‘Never Go Back to Sleep’ marked her exhilarating maiden offering on Adam Beyer’s label back in March, with the cut spending a mighty two... Read more »

In the heart of the vibrant Parisian techno scene stands Lumière Noire, an innovative record label that’s more than just club music—it’s a storyteller. Founded by the iconic DJ, producer, and now record label head, Chloé, Lumière Noire is a beacon of evolution and creativity in the vast sea of electronic music. Today, we delve... Read more »

The Munich-based music company Plattenbank takes another step into the future, presenting the new three-track release by NAHS and Nico Cerban. The twenty-two-minute material is an exemplary musical adventure and a praiseworthy display of an uncompromising concept by the Argentine duo. The opening track, ‘Take Me Far’, floats on an uplifting groove with uplifting synth... Read more »

The Malta-based avant-garde electronica label Armadillo Records presents its 26th release, a masterpiece by the label’s visionary owner Guy J. Since 2017, the label has evolved and seen remarkable artists in the genre. However, ‘Drifting Memory Part 1’ stands as a game changer, pushing boundaries to the stratosphere. The outcome is a charming 25-minute audio... Read more »

ALAY is half Brasilian, half Italian female DJ and Producer based in Zurich who has been making waves in the club and festival scene over the last 18 months. With a versatile and unique sound, she seamlessly blends deep and soulful sounds to techno beats. With a recent collab release with Ambient Pino “Sereia” recently... Read more »

Talented Oscar Escapa is already into his second decade as a techno-producer, and from his Barcelona studio base, he continues to beat the world into shape with a never-ending stream of high-octane quality techno. With fans like Richie Hawtin, Adam Beyer, Umek and and Cristian Varela, his sounds are heard from the biggest stages all... Read more »