Since its creation in 2021, Seclusion has carved a singular path through the underground techno landscape. Born in the South of France, in Berre-lEtang, the label emerged from a desire to bridge generations of techno, connecting the raw essence of the past with the relentless energy of the present. Founded and driven by Elyas, Seclusion is more than a label, its a statement. Deeply influenced by Detroit techno and its pioneering spirit, Elyas has built a sonic identity rooted in groove, hypnotic structures, and uncompromising rhythm. His vision blends old-school textures with modern production, creating a timeless yet forward-thinking sound. Over the past five years, Seclusion 13130 has developed a strong catalog, with standout releases that reflect its core philosophy. Now, as Seclusion celebrates its 5-year anniversary this May, the label reflects on a journey defined by passion, independence, and sonic integrity. From its origins in a local scene to its growing international presence, Seclusion continues to unite artists, sounds, and generations under one uncompromising vision of techno. Five years in... and only getting deeper.

Activity FM present their fourth release of 2025 to round off the newly minted labels first year in operation. Continuing on the Bogota-Berlin collectives mission to bring together a cross-continental network of artists who share their passion for high-intensity, rave-driven sounds, AFM004 sees Californias Annika Wolfe, Londons Alex Jann, Shanghai talent Mai Haiping and Buenos Aries Zoras features new works on this EP, covering a heady mix of techno and electro sounds. Up first is DJ, promoter, producer and Akela Recordings boss Annika Wolfe. Known for stripped back and urgent sci-fi vocals on her releases across WRKTRX and Motech here she drops the pulsating I Saw Them From Above. Pansa Records founder Zoras follows with Disconekt - the Argentinian producers cut runs off deep and groove centered sounds - an all round jumping techno-electro excursion. The second half of the EP leads in with UK producer and Censor Records boss Alex Jann. Known for his expertise in analogue production Sata Raid is a hypnotic and emotive take on darker edged, machinic electro. Finally Mai Haiping deploys hypnotic, sci-fi textures on Running Out. With releases on Scan Records, Axis, Soma and Molecular, Mai is also a key figure in Chinas techno landscape. Releases on digital this December 19th with its vinyl release to follow in 2026. Activity FM: @activity.fm | https://activity-fm.com