Melodic Techno

Budding Canadian artist Monarke is on a rapid rise. The Quebec-based producer, an established name on Berlin-based imprint Steyoyoke, is a versatile producer and he hasn’t stopped to look around. He has proved himself both skilled and prolific in the studio. Monarke’s first release of 2021 sees him put his signature ethereal touch to HOKI’s... Read more »

Taking 2021 by storm, Carlo Whale delivers his second single of the new year with the release of ‘Mar Nero’. The mesmerizing single is part of Oddity Recordings’ annual various artists compilation, Odd Echoes Vol. 4. Serving as a follow to his recent single ‘No Romance’ via Einmusika, ‘Mar Nero’ strengthens Carlo Whale’s sharp trajectory... Read more »

Fur Coat’s Oddity label starts 2021 with a fresh edition of the acclaimed various artists ‘Odd Echoes Vol.4’. This instalment showcases some artists that are already known to the label, as well as many new additions to the family. Fur Coat’s commitment to their label over the last few years has seen the imprint amass... Read more »

Timo Maas has been a fixture on the international stage ever since he broke though every genre barrier with his colossal Dooms Night remix back in 1999. He had already been releasing music for a number of years at that point, but this remix made him a household name as it hit charts around the... Read more »

For the second edition of Mezclado Einmusik teamed up with Jonas Saalbach and SKALA. ‘Immers’ is a dark and floating track with choppy hihats and a filtered clap. Effect sounds blend in and out next to deep drowning brassy synths. ‘Carnival’ has housy chords and some crazy lead synths. During the break an 80s style... Read more »

Miss Melera has been a rising star of the Dutch scene in recent years. The melodic maestro has graced the likes of Einmusika, Warung Recordings and Natura Sonoris with her deftly crafted sound and regularly rocked dance-floors at home and abroad. This month, the Colourizon chief celebrates the 100th instalment of her revered podcast. We... Read more »

German Techno Producer & DJ Raphael Mader returns to Renaissance with the ‘Elysia’ EP released on 15 January. ‘Elysia’ EP is a four-track meditation on 2020 which tells of Raphael Mader’s own personal story and experience of the past 12 months and the collective issues we’ve all had to face. With Raphael spending more time... Read more »

Soul Button‘s label Steyoyoke presents ‘Affinity’, a mind-bending 24-track album; a unique new compilation conceived to deliver groundbreaking music and to unite artists from different parts of the world. This album features a top-shelf roster of some of the amazing artists who proudly call Steyoyoke their home: Soul Button, Nick Devon, Raphael Mader, Strinner, Monarke, Hakan, Synästhesie,... Read more »

After changing up his sound a bit last year for acclaimed cuts such as ‘Be Someone’ and ‘Right Now’, Joachim Pastor set out to spoil his fans again with the sound they know and love. With new single ‘Alaska’ out on Armada Music, the French DJ and producer offers up a refined record that not... Read more »

After metting each other during a gig in Amsterdam where they shared the stage, Seth Schwarz and Teho decided to join their forces while producing a track together called ‘Nasaja’. With the unique dreamy touch of Teho, and the amazing violin skills of Seth Schwarz, this tittle is the perfect reflect and combination of their... Read more »