We are super happy to welcome the inspiring and very talented LA producer 1morning to Character. The amazing vinyl DJ provides four cuts of new school funky and tribal techno with a nod to genre originators like Ben Sims and Dave Angel. We are grateful to have the most exciting LA DJ/producer on board!

Alarico returns to Mutual Rytm with his 'Drops Of You' EP, packed with his mind-bending signature rhythms while focussing on a more minimal and atemporal approach than before. Milan-based artist Alarico has firmly arrived on the world stage in recent years. Taking cues from the harder realms of techno of the 90s, he adds his own quirky rhythms and quickened sense of groove to showcase his modern take on the genre. Building on material dropping via his own Katana Records, with high-profile support from big- name DJs across the scene, he breaks new ground again here on this compelling new EP as he returns to SHDW's label Mutual Rytm with 'Drops Of You'. Excellent opener '0 Kelvin' races out of the blocks with wiry synths and percussion that sounds like knives being sharpened, all over tight, punchy techno drums. 'One More' then gets more twisted with freaky synth lines scurrying about the mix while hammering hits and bouncy drum programming races onwards into an unknown future. 'Asma' slips into a deeper but no less impactful groove - the tightly coiled drum funk is overlaid with soulful vocal whispers and militant snares that cannot fail to sweep dancers away. Next, the slick 'Sunburn' keeps the pace high and is another warp-speed techno excursion with bold drum patterns and dry hi-hats cutting up the beats. It's a fulsome sound fleshed out with great synth detail and euphoric vocal cries, before closer 'Drops Of You' layers broken beats, vocal snippets and psychedelic synth colours into an intense and emotional workout. Alongside the vinyl cuts, three digital-only offerings are also loaded into this one as a trio of treats in the form of 'Sino', 'What For' and 'Erased', with each track harnessing pacy, energetic rhythms, a mix of bright and murky sonics, and tunnelling grooves crafted for maximum impact.

Basic Channel

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Format 12" REF: DAM001 Label Managers: Paul Render, Leopold Bär and JBLLSTRS You can also buy it in physical format at https://dzbrecordsmusic.bandcamp.com dZb Advance Music Records ©️ Distributed by Triplepoint - www.triplepointmusic.com

.defaultbox returns with its 20th release entitled "020". This various artists compilation brings together five carefully selected tracks by Karenz, Gockel, TIKOA, 10.000 BC, and aem.aze, each rooted in a shared vision of deep, functional techno rhythms and subtle dub-infused textures. The release comes on a limited run of 50 transparent blue splatter copies alongside the regular black pressing and digital edition.

Ben Klocks Klockworks imprint readies the debut from Shlomi Aber & Kashpitzky for a flawless collaborative three tracker on Klockworks 41. Centered around the driving lead cut Retrospective, the EP delivers hypnotic floor-focused techno marked by meticulous sound design with its two accompanying versions Retrospective (Intro Version) and Retrospective (Intro Tool) expanding the records functional range, while staying aligned with the Klockworks ethos of timeless, uncompromising music built for the dancefloor. Were excited to collaborate with Ben on this EP for his wonderful Klockworks label, the duo states, an imprint that stands for precision, and music that holds its weight over time. Working on this EP we focused on stripping everything back to the core, letting the deepness of the dark groove and tension do the talking.

Tøtal — Control EP "Control EP" is a dynamic electronic release in which Tøtal explores the concept of control through tension, structure, and emotional intensity. The sound is built on minimalist rhythms, textured synths, and carefully constructed progressions that gradually build pressure and release. The release includes solo tracks as well as collaborations and remix: Remix by Lucinee Drugs (feat. Arte Muradyan) Soundslap (feat. Förm) Fairy tale (feat. Keshabyan) Mastering: Tøtal Artwork: Tøtal Label: Death Bell Records Release date: March 6, 2026 Distributed by Triplepoint - www.triplepointmusic.com

Casa Voyager

Four-part EP built for long blends and peak-time control. Secluded Pt 1 opens with a melodic, tool-like cut that works perfectly as an intro or an exit move—clean, functional, and emotional without overplaying it. From there, Pt 2 to Pt 4 lock into Samuel's unmistakable groove: tight drums, forward momentum, and those sharp melodic touches that lift the room at the right moment. It's dancefloor music with depth—hypnotic, efficient, and made to carry a crowd through the night.

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Federsen's 'Deep Sequence EP' is a dubsoaked latenight weapon: smokedout chords, hypnotic subs and stripped drums rolling like fog on a concrete floor. Four cuts to zone out or lock in the mix, built for selectors who like it subtle, warm and seriously deep.

RSPX

Advanced Human delivers a no-nonsense techno weapon set with Nocturnal EP on Gynoid Audio. Three mechanical, late-night tools designed for dark floors and long blends. Nocturnal hits hard with dense, punch-heavy kicks, deep rolling bass, and a tightly locked rhythm section, engineered to sit perfectly in peak-time mixes. Orchestral, spatial synth layers add tension without compromising drive, while shimmering FX maintain constant forward motion. The Ritual pushes a hypnotic groove, relying on repetition and subtle movement. Stripped back, functional and relentless, it's a track made for extended transitions and sustained momentum. Nocturnal (Deep Bass Mix) shifts the focus firmly to the low end. Spaced-out synth lines hover in the background, creating cold, cinematic tension as shimmering FX cut cleanly through the mix. The added bass weight makes this version ideal for deeper sets and systems that reward serious sub pressure. Label: Gynoid Audio Cat# GYNOID272

UK based producer Rkay makes an impactful debut on Float Records with The Power of 3-4, a three-track EP that pushes boundaries and defies expectations. Best described as sci-fi on steroids, the tracks are driven by raw, high-impact energy and a fearless approach to rhythm and sound design. Rkay seamlessly blends powerful, forward-thinking grooves with unconventional rhythms. The Power of 3-4 is a bold, unexpected EP you never knew you needed.

Jack Fresia is a familiar name on Safe Space after his contribution to the Locked Spaces Vol. 1 compilation and with Ego Control he finally delivers a full EP packed with 4 amazing groovy and dubby modular techno originals and a rolling dystopian remix by Dog on Acid.

Planet Rhythm

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