Indie Dance
Top 100 Chart placements for Indie Dance
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#4
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Infusion
Hardware obsessives CYRK have previously been remixed by label head Jorkes and contributed a standout track to Queer Base vol.2 back in Spring. With those and other releases they have fomented a signature sound that blends techno with Italo. It draws on their skills in the live arena as well as a deep-rooted chemistry and love for rave music in all its forms. Superb opener Peek A Boo is a love-drenched sound with bright Italo melodies and smeared pads. There is widescreen cosmic energy in the melodies while the dusty mid-tempo house drums bounce at an inviting pace. New Millenium is another retro-future trip to the stars with a mix of bright, busy keys and more rugged synth lines. The drums are snappy and tinged with early Chicago rawness, which means that this classy and emotive party starter makes a real impact. The magical and bubbly Euphoria is a more serene sound with thought-provoking chords suspending you above the analogue drums and acid-tinged bassline as wispy melodies bring things to life in HD colour. Artwork and photography by Daniel Rajcsanyi
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#6
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Hour Strike
It is a pleasure to welcome Peaces, the project by Rizki S. Djanegara coming all the way from Jakarta, Indonesia. Captivated by the sound of new wave, disco, rock and post-punk, Peaces music explores and seamlessly blends these styles and beyond without any boundaries. Presenting an ethereal mantra like EP, a sonic adventure to forgotten lands. The two originals provide evocative dark and pulsating atmospheres with a raw edge and energy. A distilled blend of rock with ritualistic and exotic hints. In remix duties his good friend also hailing from Jakarta Indonesia, Arvin Fajar takes Poised Ranger spicing it up, with a bouncy and hypnotic energy. Ghostly voices and fast percussion combined with a steady bassline result in a relentless trip. Wrapping up the EP comes JGR who needs no introduction, an important member of the labels family at this point. Taking Hour Strike and converting it into a frenetic travel with his signature acid groovy synths, sticky basslines and a touch of perfectly arranged raw beats. Culminating in a pumped up killer of a remix.
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#8
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Shake You Off
40 Thieves are back on Roam Recordings, teaming up with vocalist Alona to release their latest cosmic disco gem, Shake You Off. Fans of the trio (Layne Fox, Corey Black, and Jay Williams) might recognize them from the dancefloor classic Dont Turn it Off (I Think I Like It), their eclectic album The Sky is Yours, or their previous Roam hit Take Me Im Yours. This new single delivers a dancefloor-ready track featuring Alonas vocals layered over lush electronic melodies. The release also features two standout remixes from Roam Recordings alumni Shubostar and label boss Jason Peters. Shubostar kicks things off, maintaining the warm, inviting vibe while introducing a dash of Italo disco flair. Label founder Jason Peters takes a different approach, stripping down the original to create a deep, pulsating, heavy version. Rounding out the release are an instrumental and radio-friendly edit of the original track. This project has strong San Francisco roots, and we couldnt be more excited to collaborate with our Bay Area family on this release. But beyond our personal ties, we truly believe this record is something special. Art by Cristina Capetillo.
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#9
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Future Sounds Of Kraut Vol. 3 - compiled by Fred und Luna
Chapter 3 of the successful compilation series. 14 modern kraut-electronic tracks (3 of them exclusive and previously unreleased) inspired by Kraftwerk, Can, Neu!, Cluster, Klaus Schulze and many more. Curated and compiled by Compost artist Fred und Luna. As on Vol. 1 and 2, the collage on the cover was designed exclusively by the fantastic artist Norika Nienstedt from the Kraut metropolis of Düsseldorf. Rainer Buchmüller aka Fred und Luna sadly passed away in January 2024 after a long illness. He was a kind-hearted person, gifted artist, friend and companion. We mourn him deeply. A few days before his death, Rainer Buchmüller had sent us the track listing for Vol. 3 (and already ideas for Vol. 4), with the request to publish this posthumously, he would be very happy if his fans and all those who will be would receive a sign of life from him.
Fred und Luna, Philipp Johann Thimm, Niklas Wandt, Christian Nainggolan, Von Spar, Harmonious Thelonious, Benoit B, Salvage Art, Die Orangen, Haley Morgan, Puma & The Dolphin, Twoonky, Sula Bassana, Organza Ray, Die Wilde Jagd
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#11
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Queen Of Coins
Buckle up, electronic aficionados! Queen of Coins is about to drop a six-track sonic odyssey thats your one-way ticket to Electro, Italo-Disco, and Detroit Techno nirvana. This isnt just an album, its a masterclass in psychedelic dancefloor alchemy, tailor-made for DJs who crave cutting-edge sounds while paying homage to the genres founding fathers. From the slow-burning hypnosis of Head Tension to the heart-racing throb of 16K Cal, this release is a BPM rollercoaster that echoes the spirits of legends like Legowelt, Drexciya, and Francisco. But make no mistake Queen of Coins isnt just rehashing the past, the Queen is propelling these influences into the future. Bring it to the top is pure condensed energy, engineered to shake every powerful soundsystem while maintaining an emotional depth thatll hit you right in the feels. Speaking of feelings, Damaged Souls is the track you didnt know you needed a poignant electronic love letter to all those what if moments that haunt our dreams. But dont think for a second that Queen of Coins is all melancholy. Oreo Cake swoops in with its irresistible bouncing bassline, serving up a fat slice of low-end theory thatll give your mind, body, and soul the workout theyve been craving. Its a reminder that in the realm of Queen of Coins, the future is bright, and the beat goes on. Remember the mantra, ravers: Queen of Coins is Music to grow with Expanding your soul Thriving in Prosperity. This isnt just an album release; its a coronation. Long live the Queen of the electronic underground!
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#17
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Friends Of Pets
Pets Recordings unveil a new Friends Of Pets collection, expanding the series reach with a exciting global soundtrack that introduces fresh international talent and future rising stars. Leading the collection and belting us into the stars is Tunisian producer ORIONYA with Closer to Me. A deep, groove-heavy track that blends tech-infused beats and a captivating vocal. Next up, we journey to London, UK, with Greek producer The Yard Woman, who has been enjoying a landmark year in 2024. Mentored by Richie Hawtin, shes graced stages at Tomorrowland and Mathames AV events, and released on Massanos Simulate label. Her track Ghetto Gospel weaves country slide guitar into expansive electronic atmospherics, paired with dynamic vocal cuts, to create a unique dancefloor moment. Cafius presents Magical Eye, a spellbinding track that balances old-school touches with fresh grooves, as rave-inspired stabs mingle with supernatural soundscapes and an infectious bassline. Closing out the EP, Greek producer Le Croque brings a neon-soaked, 80s-inspired vibe with Disko - a shimmering track driven by electric toms, an addictive synth melody, and irresistible hooks. A vibrant mix of sounds and styles from an extraordinary lineup of talent. Friends of Pets are friends for life - enjoy the rhythms!
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#19
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Saturnus
Bordello A Parigi is delighted to announce the return of Ichisan to the label. The Slovenian producer draws on the soul of house, the clean lines of electro and smoky grooves of disco for Saturnus. Full-bodied percussion lays a path for curves of keyboard to mingle with throaty basslines, cosmic constellations blooming and bursting in this nine-minute odyssey. Off-kilter keys steady themselves into solid strings for Rodeo Disko, bubbles of funk rising to the surface as distant vocoders echo to the distance. An appreciation of the meandering melodies of the late 1970s permeates the three offerings. Percussive patterns shift with Fujirama. Droplets of drums gather to a racing rhythm, a spiralling synthline speeds while a thick dauby bass calms the tempo. This close is emblematic of the entire EP, clever and upbeat with an underlying intricacy that illustrates Ichisans evolution as an artist. A welcome return from a wonderful talent.
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#20
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Anxiety Division
Having previously released the mega bomb The Snitch back in 2021 along Local Suicide. The Argentinian born / mexican based psychedelic genius, Thomass Jackson, comes back to release a full EP titled Anxiety Division with 3 massive pseudo electro eclectic ultra dance tracks and a super bonus along bandmate and master producer Theus Mago. The first track Anxiety Division sets the tone of the EP and through an ever evolving motif begins the dancefloor conversation in Thomasss rhetoric. Followed by Drugs Must Work, a forceful dance track for the divided self which naturally leads to Rivothrillers will for control and rounds up this profound conversation. The cherry on top comes with the fusion of the Argentinian and Mexican powers that gives birth to the irresistible Il Fuoco. With these 4 heavy cuts in Thomass unique transduction, we are sure the dancefloor is safe. Tracklist: Thomass Jackson - Anxiety Division Thomass Jackson - Drugs Must Work Thomass Jackson - Rivothriller Thomass Jackson & Theus Mago - Il Fuoco
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#23
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A Little Bit Closer
Anja Schneider returns with her new single A Little Bit Closer and announces next PuMp @ OHM with Radio Slave. After making waves earlier this year with the extensive Reworks & Remixes anniversary release, acclaimed DJ, producer and podcast host Anja Schneider is back, bringing fresh energy to the dance floor with her latest single A Little Bit Closer. This new release showcases Anjas signature Schneiderhouse, offering listeners three distinct versions: a pulsating club mix, an evocative radio friendly vocal mix, and a dub mix for the latter. Each iteration reflects her mastery in blending rhythm and emotion, making A Little Bit Closer a must-have for DJs and music enthusiasts alike. Anja Schneider continues to push boundaries with each release, solidifying her position as a key figure in the international electronic music scene. With this new single, she invites listeners to experience the essence of todays club culture.
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#24
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Sabes Que Si
Mexican duo MAHO (Gabriel Montaño and Maria Garza) deliver a gem with their single Sabes Que Sí. This whole release masterfully edges the boundaries between Indie Dance and Latin House. The original appears on MAHOs album Magia on Once Records and offers quirky and smooth Latin vibes underpinning Marias beautiful vocal stylings switching back and forth between Spanish and English. Musumeci delivers a powerful club version with pumping drums, a strong bassline, and cutting synth stabs. Roam Recordings label boss Jason Peters bangs it out with an electronic disco bass and hard hitting drums while keeping some of the subtle house elements of the original. Chinosynth rounds it out with a relaxed yet driving hypnotic vibe with the vocals swirling over an uplifting soundscape. Art by Cristina Capetillo.
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#26
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Amore Galattico
His unmistakable mix of cold currents and warm melodies has made Martin Matiske a regular here at Bordello A Parigi. Amore Galattico is the German artists third release with us, an intergalactic voyage with a synthesizer as a guide. The title piece is a bold, yet fragile, composition. Woven around slender drum patterns are flows and shifts, key changes and scaling notes where astral washes blend with romantic flourishes. Beats are bolstered and fortified by harmonic richness in Cuore, an analogue space opera of daring complexity and unsurpassable execution. Matiskes twenty five years of experience are plain to hear in this quartet. His range and musical skill are coupled with an uncanny ability to balance contrasting tones. Glacial chords are buttressed by low juddering bass in Heaven Knows, the listener pulled ever skyward in this sublime work. The curtain fall maintains the cinematic and dramatic quality that underscores the EP. Striking synthlines shimmer before understated rhythms, a radiant finale on an EP that takes inspiration from the stars themselves.
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#27
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Fading Echoes
Pinkman is proud to present the debut album of darkwave artist Skelesys. Across nine evocative tracks, Fading Echoes navigates the tension between nostalgia and self-discovery, weaving together a moody blend of synth-pop, post-punk, and goth influences. The result is an atmospheric exploration of memory, heartache, and resiliencea soundtrack for those moments when the past refuses to stay buried, and the future feels uncertain. From the cold, creeping synths to the mournful guitar lines that echo like distant whispers, Fading Echoes immerses the listener in a soundscape where shadows and light coexist. The album has a distinct cinematic quality, evoking the smoky allure of neon-lit cityscapes and rain-slicked streets, where every track feels like a chapter in a film noir tale of introspection and escape. Theres a sense of longing that runs through the album, a desire to hold onto something beautiful, even as it slips through your fingers.
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#28
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Cosmicomics EP
From Sweden with Italo to Dresden with love. Stockholms DJ City drops his first release on Dresdens Uncanny Valley with the COSMICOMICS EP, a 100\%\% fun record for all the senses, deeply inspired by Italo Calvinos iconic short story collection. The stories have inspired DJ City to a record that aesthetically draws from 80s Italo Disco and 70s science fiction films. In the book, each story is based on a scientific fact about the world and the cosmos whilst using fiction to ask how we understand it. Where Calvinos stories are comical and absurd, DJ City surrenders to the sublime and romantic and moves further into the metaphysical world that Calvino created to come up with three energetic and melodic tracks bursting heavily with fantasy and drama. Deeply rooted in dance musics history, they shine with Hi-NRG-vibes, strict dancefloor commitment and little easter eggs like that Drexciya-reference in COSMICOMICS. The cover of the record is a painting from 2020 by Swedish artist Jens Faenge called THE INN. The picture seems to have been broken up into several dimensions, and abstract details make it difficult for the viewer to know exactly what and when the scene is taking place. When shown in Shanghai, the painting was censored by government agents and had to be taken down. A testament to the power of the image. Perhaps it shows our main character, perhaps it shows us the author or the artist. Depending on who listens, who reads and who looks, a multitude of universes open.
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#30
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Popcorn
Popcorn by Magic Men is an Italo disco rarity from 1983 and is now also available on all digital platforms In addition to the original versions and the two remixes by Flemming Dalum and Vanzetti & Sacco, which already appear on the colored 12 maxi single, there are also 2 bonus versions available digitally.
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#32
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Girls to the Front
Taking their trademark bouncy and playful strain of house music to Stil vor Talent with Girls to the Front, HOVR gets the ball rolling with cheeky bravura. As its title suggests, this is HOVRs dance floor-ready attempt at shedding a broader light on the subject of androcentrism, i.e. the fact of placing the masculine point of view at the center of society, including club music, thereby culturally marginalizing feminity. A call for women to take the front stage, Girls to the Front - with its fun-loving approach to a perfectly serious actual socio-political issue, beckons us towards communion rather than division, encouraging men to realise how their inherent position forces women out of the picture. Driven by an infectious hi-NRG jack, processed synth stabs and 303-fueled bass squelch, HOVRs single combines laser-guided ghetto tech attributes with true-school Detroit house tropes to deadly effect. In the hands of Biesmans, the track hatches into a further roller-coaster-like ride - flush with obsessive arpeggios, hard-hitting claps and a further muscular buildup, whilst getting the message across with even greater loads of anthemic vibrations and boundary-pushing apropos. Calling all girls to the front.
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#33
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Time Out EP
A serendipitous moment at Londons E1 in 2023 was the genesis for the labels latest release, when DT label head Holly Lester unknowingly dropped a Voodoos & Taboos track only for the duo to walk in mid-way. Already known for their standout releases on iconic labels like Phonica, Bordello a Parigi, and Palms Traxs CWPT, this chance encounter sparked a creative connection between Holly and the pair. Time Out kicks things off with swirling synths and the duos signature alien electronics, set to a playful breaks infused rhythm and morphing bassline, as command and control rings out overhead. Endless Game comes with the usual V&T trimmings; an infectious bassline and with a scattering of curious sounds and samples, with a healthy dose of italo-inspired groove - the type of track reserved for bringing a dash of joy to the dancefloor amidst a heads down body-moving groove. On the B-side, Australian newcomer Bertie steps up with her remix of Time Out, following her breakout EP and high-profile remix by Ciel. In a short space of time, Bertie has already developed a signature sound injecting her productions with nostalgic 90s house and contemporary subtext; glued together by crunchy drums and a penchant for wide-eyed rhythms. Sticking to her guns, Berties flip of Time Out packs a serious punch, showing why shes an artist on the rise. The EP closes out with the psychedelic All Action with its vocoder vocal samples, bubbling acid and teleporting top-lines. One of the most notable features of the duos music is their ability to let things evolve over time, their music often accompanied by strong storytelling, an art that has been almost lost in todays era of instant gratification; their instrumentation often taking on a life form of their own and dosed with surprises.
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#34
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Nirvana Affair
Sincopat is proud to present Amiralis latest EP, a vibrant homage to the 80s that effortlessly fuses retro influences with modern finesse. This release offers three standout originals, each brimming with character, and a sharp, forward-thinking remix from label stalwart Renato Cohen. The EP opens with Nirvana Affair a track driven by bold pulsating square waves and a punchy rhythm section. The song hooks the listener instantly, as its intricate motifs blend seamlessly and each element falls into place with surgical precision. Renato Cohens remix stays true to the essence of the original song, while taking it to a bold new dimension, transforming it into a lush sonic journey that continues to hit hard. Next up is Arcane Caress an energetic track that thrives into dimensionality. Amiralis overlays sounds to create a dreamy, textural atmosphere. Its a delicate balance of complexity and clarity, showcasing an artist in full command of his craft. The EP closes with Visionary Puff an introspective track that surprises with organic synthesizers and shimmering arpeggios. Its a fitting finale, encapsulating Amiralis evolving sonic palette while giving a nod to the experimental spirit of the 80s. This EP is not just a trip back in time, its a fresh take on timeless sounds. Enjoy!
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#37
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The World That I Created Now Is Mine
Colombian artist Kabinett brings a soul and harmonic proposal in the many forms of alternative disco and house through embellished productions and DJ sets finding himself every time as medium for all possibilities. Involved in music from an early age through classical music, while being exposed and inspired by his older brothers in the many forms of what electronic music was developing, Nicolás, his given name, knew that his future and purpose was only going to be around what matters him the most, music. After learning different instruments in the early years and through a mix of self-education and formal education in contemporary music and music production, as well his first steps as a DJ, at age 20 he was ready to get involved in Colombias capital electronic music scene as curator, DJ, label owner and music producer. Founder of vinyl house label Nómada Records next to established artist such as Felipe Gordon & Joint4nine, his mentors, Kabinett have been fed enough to developed a full curation career working.
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#40
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Shibuya
French duo Darlyn Vlys and Panthera join forces once again to launch their latest musical pepite, Shibuya,a bewitching futuristic track where electronic pulses meet cinematic greatness. Tunisian born, Berlin based the very talented producer Skatman joins the Polaris family with a brillant remix. The Eps sets with Shibuya, a bewitching track where danceable neon synths blend with rumbling vocals and ever-progressive metronomic melodies, and youll be hooked in no time. For the remix, Skatman takes the same formula but adds a driving melody that makes his version even more hypnotic, while the body dances in total freedom. The Ep closes with Haze, a gripping blend of musical influences characterised by a irresistible vocal hook. A sublime composition that strikes a balance between purity and energy, drawing listeners in with its addictive groove. Enjoy!!
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#41
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Higher State
Frankfurts Max Buchalik is in the early phases of his production career but has many years of experience throwing parties in his hometown, where he is a pioneering force. With his deep understanding of dancefloor dynamics, he now pairs his love of the 80s with rich sound designs on his debut release for Brooklyn-based imprint Melodize. Opener Higher State is a bright house cut awash with sugary, pixelated chords and twinkling pads. Its retro-future charms and colourful, uplifting arps all serve to get hands in the air and heads amongst the stars. Remixer Venice Arms is an alias of accomplished dark disco don Curses, who has long been a fixture in the Berlin underground. His take on Higher State is a snappy proto-house cut with 80s synth work and natty chords that are busy and full of fun. The second original Midnight Passion is another vibrant track with throwback synth progressions and retro textures. The melodies shine bright as they rain down over snappy drums and melancholic leads packed with exciting emotions. Remixing this one is Italian DJ, producer and label owner Fabrizio Mammarella, who has a fine discography that takes in releases on DFA, Permanent Vacation and Correspondant, as well as his own Slow Motion Music, Wrong Era Records and Emet. His lively disco-house version is lit up with shiny chords, chattery percussive patterns, woodpecker-like hits, and sustained chords that will dazzle the dance floor.
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#42
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To the Places I Call(ed) Home
DC Salas second album, To The Places I Call(ed) Home, is a deeply personal exploration of memories, grief, and the concept of home, blending house, progressive, new beat, acid, goa, and trance. Crafted over two years in his Brussels studio and on the road, the album served as a healing process following personal losses and reconnects Salas with his fathers Peruvian roots. It features collaborations with Curses and Moroccan artist Zaatar, and each track reflects moments that shape his life while honoring fragments of his past. Despite its themes of loss, the album radiates positivity with bright dancefloor moments and new beginnings
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#48
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The Golden Course
Second release for Cocktail Sports on Full Pupp Ekspress: Cocktail Sports is Ulf Moen Denneche (Boblebad), Marius Sommerfeldt (De Fantastiske To, Sommerfeldt) and Alex Wastnidge (From Beyond, Machine Disco). Once again including the mandatory Prins Thomas diskomiks. Full Pupp HQ September 2024
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#49
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Alfheim
Belgium Duo Marching Machines joins Roam Recordings with a delightful EP of thoughtful electronic music that, while it can be filed under indie dance/dark disco, has a sound of its own. The title track Alfheim is an anthem born of machines that does the duos namesake proud. Heimdal takes the mood into a darker realm with its masterful synth worth over perfectly programmed drum machines. Midgaard keeps it dark with its driving arpeggios underpinning lush pads. The EP is backed by excellent remixes from Younger Than Me and Mufti. Younger Than Me is up first with an uptempo rave version that brings psychedelic acid to the party. Roam alumni Mufti brings the tempo back down into a groove with a warbly bass leading to a refreshing melody to round out the EP. Album Art by Cristina Capetillo.
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#50
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Nandakke? (Remixed)
A kaleidoscopic sonic riot, Belgium-Japanese duo Ailis debut album Nandakke? has proven to be one of 2024s breakout hits, its joyful collision of electro-pop, electronica, house music and so much more grabbing the attention of everyone from the Belgian national press to the likes of KCRW in the United States. Now, whilst the band are busy touring the album, Eskimo present some club ready remixes and reworks. First up is another Belgian newcomer GAIKO, who has been making a name for himself over the past year with his own rhythmically intricate, genre defying electronica. For his remix of Oyasumi, Gaiko has plated the tracks rolling bass line and ecstatic breakbeats in a sheen of chrome adding hypnotic gqom influenced rhythms and staccato snares to produce an adrenaline fuelled remix that demands to soundtrack an ultra speed car chase through neon lit streets. No stranger to Eskimo Recordings, Danish producer Kasper Bjørke returns to take the razor to previous Aili single Fashion and deliver a dreamy cosmic remix. Teasing the track apart, Bjørke applies a soft gossamer gauze to Fashions already languid bass line and gives the songs laidback disco rhythm even more room to breathe, allowing Ailis vocals to float up into the night sky and allow the track to take its place amongst the stars. Clash Lion co-founders Terr & Daniel Watts team up to deliver a remix of Japanese street food anthem, Takoyaki. With a string of hits on labels like Permanent Vacation and Phantasy Sound to their credit both producers know how to re-tool a track for the club and they dont disappoint here transforming Takoyaki into the kind of unstoppable disco house that builds into an ecstatic wave of pulsating synth arpeggios, cowbell and Ailis celebratory vocals, all ready to wash over the dancefloor. Swedish producer and another Eskimo regular Paresse turns his attention to Ailis tribute to the power of love (and Justin Bieber), Babychan. Sensibly Paresse does nothing to dampen the originals joyous explosion of sound, but rather channels its exuberance into a more DJ friendly shape, reworking many of its existing parts so that Ailis vocals are now carried into the night by rubbery synths, electro bass stabs and a club ready house beat. For their take on Fashion, French electro/techno stars Maelstrom & Louisahhh have opted to completely rework the track and take it in a much darker direction. With its overdriven bass, corroded industrial beats and Louisahhhs own interpretation of the vocals, this version of Fashion is one tailor made for strobe lit Berlin warehouses rather than the catwalks of Paris or Tokyo.
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#51
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Serendipity
We love working with local fellow music makers and this one has been long in the works but finally we are pleased to be dropping Serendipity by one of the Doodle members, Tim Shaw aka Amuse Bouche. 5 tracks of varying sounds with a common dance floor aimed trend, from straight up disco tackle to left of field broken beats business. This is a pretty awesome offering that is steeped in Mancunian night life vibes for those that prefer a non-Instagram focused night out. Starting off comes a top shelf cover version of one of the catchiest cross over tracks ever! Acapella sees Lady Lady feature on vocal duties of that ear worm which she does a stunning sonic workout for some big sing-a-long scenes for the dance floor. Big unashamedly party business! Serendipity goes all jacking & wonky with some 80s style breakdance beats alongside synth lines & rumbling bass notes which builds around a stuttered vocal sample before dropping to deliver the goods. Mutant-Cosmic-Breakdance is the order of the day here. Night Drive slows things all the way down and takes off across the neon lit highway in a white Lamborghini to the cosmic outer reaches. Dreamy & ethereal in equal measure with a touch of The Cure if they were fully electronic. One for the sundown sets when you need to create utter bliss. Pastiche throws a net over all things left of centre to create a straight up peak time slammer. Scattered drums & percussion with a jungle loop undertone, stuttered vocal sample (which may be familiar) ad bags of energy to create a real roof raiser. Take It Easy finishes of the E.P. and is a large helping of Italo inspired Nu-Disco style shenanigans with probably the most hookiest vocal weve ever been involved with. All slightly wobbly but in all the right places and ready to be dropped for some peak time smoke filled situations.
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#54
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Now You Can Fly
Doctr is no stranger to the Bordello. Now You Can Fly is his third visit to the label, his first with company. Paired with Julia, the offering is pure peak-time elation. Bending bars are cut through by beats and synth stabs, Doctr building a palpable energy with vocals synergising perfectly. Daring key shifts unveil the full track, inspirational words and melodic wizardry waltzing arm-in-arm. Flying ever higher, electrical pulses of hi-nrg jolt this dancefloor burner. Julias vocals are parred back for the flip, leaving those sun-kissed synthlines to soar above calypso-infused percussion. Two works of sheer happiness; just what the Doctr ordered.
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#55
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Acid Cocktail
After signing in recent years with the renowned labels Exploited, Multinotes or Nothing Is Real, we are happy to have him with us. For his debut on Mélopée Records, he hits hard with two fresh and retrofuturistic original tracks. Acid Cocktail is a true acid anthem to happiness and life. The main melody continually resonates in our head, carried by a rhythm from best Packims drum machines. Then, in the break, the piano House enchants the souls. And when the track drops, we are carried away in a burst of joy and smiles. The second one Horny Run is also full of good feelings. Light and sparkling, the music wanders between acid, house & Italo touch. A pure 90s inspired dancefloor retro hit ! Welcome to the wonderful Modular Project to remix the eponym track. The Milanese duet drops here a pure house banger, repeating the second melody in a groovy piano version and always keeping an acid touch. Perfect one for Indian summer. Our second remixer is none other than the talented Micropacer. He brings to the title Horny Run a real additional vibe between Italo and Synthwave. The chords are mastered, beautiful, sensitive. A hyper positive track !
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#59
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Sincopat Remixed 15
Sincopat Remixed returns, as it does every year, with a fresh and exciting twist. This time, the label has teamed up with LabelRadar to offer producers from around the world the opportunity to remix Tilt, the standout track from Sincopats Big Kahuna, AFFKT, along with Pixie by label front-runner James Harcourt. Originally, the plan was to include only the winners remix on the release, but the impressive quality of the submissions made it impossible to choose just one. In the end, we decided to award not one, but three winners: Nosssia and SLP for their version of Tilt, and Arqade for their reimagining of Pixies. These remixes are as diverse as they are distinctive, each brimming with personality. We at Sincopat and LabelRadar are confident that these artists have a bright future ahead of them. Dont just take our word for it, listen to each of the remixes and check them out for yourself. Enjoy!
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#60
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She's Evil
Injecting some much-needed abstract flair into the techno scene, the Third Culture duo reunites with Hiroko Yamamura to unleash a full-throttle, peak-time rocker. Iconic selector and producer DJ Minx adds her signature touch with a superb rework, showcasing her effortlessly mesmerizing minimalist style.
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#62
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Champions
This mysterious outfit draws on a spread of influences for Champions. Warm strings of throbbing bass and crisp drums dawn into shining synthlines as elements of indie and synth-pop melt. Chords are addictive, memorable hooks of pure joy countered by bittersweet lyrics that tell a sorrow-streaked story of calamitous change and dead-end dreams. The flip sheathes the cold wave edge of the original, letting the superb synthwork sing. Bright and uplifting, embers of electro disco smoulder with italo in this intricate instrumental version. A stunning 7 that marries melancholy with melodies of better tomorrows.
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#64
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Race My Heartbeat
Race My Heartbeat is the debut release from ELLI on Horisontal Mambo. A mellow, downtempo and dreamy song, written and produced in her studio in London. Her Oberheim polyphonic warm melodies dressed with Linndrum and her ethereal vocals, oozing sensuality. Out on 11th of October, the single leads a string of releases and gives a sonic sneak peek of her debut album on Prins Thomass Horisontal Mambo label.
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Feat. Staff Picks in Indie Dance
In the Dark
Label boss Jason Peters returns with a new EP on his own imprint, Roam Recordings. In this latest offering titled In the Dark, JP collaborates with Alona of 40 Thieves fame, crafting a fun yet moody dark disco experience. The EP kicks off with the title track In the Dark, a dancefloor-ready anthem with arpeggiated basslines and energetic melodies underpinning Alonas sultry voice. Accompanying the original is a remix from the talented Vhyce, who pushes In the Dark into an even darker realm, layering in classic drum machine beats and intense, serious vibes. The EP also features an instrumental version of In the Dark for those who crave the pure essence of the track. Rounding out the release is The Way You Are, a hypnotic, driving tune that pulses with energy.
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#67
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Shadow Of Love
Âmes previous album already proved that the duo isnt shying away from embracing collaborations - and implied musical sidesteps - with artists moving outside their Innervisions comfort zone. Now, six years later, theyve teamed up with New Wave-overlord Curses for a musical alliance that just loves to play against clear musical expectations once again. Shadow of Love transports echoes of your favorite 80s New Wave anthem into the here and now and refines it with a strobe light makeover. The result is a synth-heavy, digitized banger reaching out for unified dancefloor euphoria while still managing to expand the sonic spectrum of everyone involved. Its a surprisingly joyous, ecstatic, and breezy slice of, well, state-of-the art pop that probably offers the most radio-friendly piece of music both parties ever laid their hands on.
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Off
Next up on Polaris is french producer Damon Jee with his third solo EP. He is giving us two powerful monsters, ready to ravage wherever they land. Get Ready !! We start with Off, Damon presents an edgy track that builds slowly with a dark edge, while synths soar and snares slam over an arpeggiating bassline, climaxing in a dizzying breakdown that really does make your pupils giddy. The musical assault continues with Under The Pressure, which quickly draws us in with its pulsating bass line and resounding hypnotic vocals, offering the listener an immersive and energetic experience. Enjoy!
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10 Years Kurzweil
Since ten years Galerie Kurzweil enriches the electronic club scene and has made a name for itself worldwide, not least thanks to excellent bookings and its impressive sound system. To celebrate its anniversary, Galerie Kurzweil releases a 3 x color vinyl compilation with beautiful artwork by Jofeca and exclusive tracks by renowned artists Gerd Janson (aka DJ Oyster), Cinthie, Lauer x Johannes Albert, Sound Support, Wolfram, Move D and its residents Thomas Hammann (aka Retina Dreams), Terry Lee Brown Junior, Lui Hill, Phonk D, Lukas Lehmann, Levitation Venue and Accent Circonflexe. If you want to get hold of this sexy collectors item, you should pre-order directly - the compilation on vinyl is limited to 400 copies.
DJ Oyster, Lauer, Johannes Albert, Cinthie, Wolfram, LUI HILL, Phonk D, Levitation Venue, Sound Support, Accent Circonflexe, Lukas Lehmann, Move D, Terry Lee Brown Junior, Retina Dreams
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Feat. Staff Picks in Indie Dance
Makes Me Feel Alive
Sincopat is thrilled to welcome Cristina Tosio, highlighting her remarkable artistry and refined musical sensibility. Makes Me Feel Alive is a seasonless composition featuring irresistible vocals. The song captivates listeners from the start, blending nostalgic vibes with a contemporary twist. Its a thrilling ride, characterized by unique synthesized arrangements, a commanding bassline and all the essential elements of an unforgettable track that not only energizes the listener but also secures its place as a timeless addition to the series. Enjoy!
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Look Around You
Kinetika Music is thrilled to announce the release of Look Around You, a collaboration between Brazils rising duo, Plastic Robots, and Ukraines producer, Eivo. Plastic Robots, the dynamic duo formed by DanProject & Nando Scheffer, has been making waves in the electronic music scene. With a rapidly growing portfolio of top-notch productions, they have consistently reached the Beatport Top 100 with their remixes, earning recognition from some of the biggest names in the industry. Their unique sound, a blend of driving beats and infectious rhythms, is quickly establishing them as one of Brazils most exciting new acts. Joining forces with Plastic Robots is Eivo, a Ukrainian artist who has dedicated more than half of his life to the study of electronic music. Eivos extensive experience spans multiple solo and collaborative projects, with years spent refining his craft in various studios. The Eivo project represents the culmination of his journey, showcasing a distinct style that blends progressive, techno, and melodic techno elements. Look Around You is the perfect embodiment of the artistic synergy between Plastic Robots and Eivo. This track is a high-energy, dancefloor-ready anthem that combines the innovative production techniques of both artists. With its pulsating basslines, hypnotic melodies, and an undeniable groove, Look Around You is set to become a staple in prime-time DJ sets and playlists worldwide.
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Feat. Staff Picks in Indie Dance
Homesick
Homesick is the second single on Peruvian-Belgian artist DC Salas second album, To The Places I Call(ed) Home - a track Salas wrote to fight against the nostalgia of lost places – whether it be his grandmothers home in Lima or his Belgian grandparents house. Its a propulsive cut that barrels through the air with intent as touches of Goa and trance swell in the atmosphere.
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#79
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Rapid Bass Groover
Here is the new one by the talentutous Scottish-born Thai artist : Keep Me In The Light. Renowned for the quality of his incredible edits on the web, he drops here an epic and dancefloor release. "Rapid Bass Groover" is an efficient melodic track. Carried by a mastered rhythm, the melodic arpeggio reinforced by the twirling pads make positive thoughts soar on the dancefloor. It's time for unity in these dark times ;). Only Love must remain. The second original track "Neon Nights", quieter, is always filled with good feelings. The main melody is incredibly accompanied by sumptuous, haunting andsoft pads, leads. In the break time, the piano gives to the track a little and local House touch. Then, when the tracks drop, arms rise and we dance while dreaming. Our swiss army knife Brandski is back with a fast and powerful italotrance remix of the eponym track. It grooves, it's energetic, the steps follow one another and we let ourselves go… Happy to have again with us Aural Trace, for a pure body remix this time. He mainly focused on the melodic arpeggio and pads of the original to bring a more italo and acid touch. The remix grabs the listener's guts ! To close this wonderful remix series, AGLE is the right one ! The boss of the new imprint "Rewind It" gives to "Neon Nights" a magical disco-house touch. Really positive, it seems that the sun is always in our hearts listening to this tittle.
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Love Is Love (Joyce Muniz Remix)
Berlin-based producer and DJ Joyce Muniz has put a fresh spin on Modernas heartfelt track, Love is Love. The remix, set to drop on Brave New Rave on September 20th, is the latest remix from Modernas acclaimed album, The Future Is Among Us. Munizs reinterpretation of Love is Love transports listeners back to the euphoric era of early 2000s electro and new rave. With its pulsing beats and infectious energy, the remix pays homage to the vibrant queer and rave communities that have shaped both artists careers. Moderna, known for her poignant lyrics and powerful messages, found the perfect collaborator in Joyce Muniz to amplify the tracks core themes of love, acceptance, and unity. Munizs extensive discography, features releases on prestigious labels such as Kompact, Exploited, and Gigalo Records. This remix is a testament to the enduring power of music to connect people and inspire change.
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#82
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Two to Tango
Teniente Castillo returns to Roam Recordings with Two to Tango - an artfully crafted dark offering backed by a strong set of remixers that carry the integrity of the original into uniquely different areas. The original version from Play Pal Music label boss combines guitars and electronic sounds in a way that both sounds like a live band and an abstract excerpt from a conscious machine. Legendary New York artist Justin Strauss takes on the first remix adding a vocal that sounds like it was always meant to be underpinned by an exquisite liquid bassline. Thomass Jackson is up next with a beautifully quirky rendition that feels like an after party for which you want to be invited. Kaputt club resident Nuclear Digital Transistor rounds out the EP with a percussive version that brings out the guitars from the original in a new light and we gotta say if uniquely fitting basslines are your thing Nuclear Digital Transistor seals the deal on this four track EP. Justin Strauss Remix recorded by W. Andrew Raposo en La Piscina, Brooklyn, NY and mixed by Jonathan Kreinik. Album Art by Cristina Capetillo.
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Stockholm Youth Vol.2
Melomana Records latest release, reference number 42, is distinguished by the collaboration of two renowned artists from the label, Sotockholm Syndrome and Tronik Youth. This release includes two original tracks that blend genres like electro, EBM, dark disco, and new wave among others, characterized by the intensive use of strident synthesizers and a robust and forceful rhythmic base, elements that guarantee their effectiveness on the dance floors. The original tracks are complemented by three innovative remixes: Gameboyz, Mexican producer TH3OS, and French artist Cate Hortl add new dimensions to the EPs sound. Viodance, the track that opens the release, stands out with its catchy riff and funk elements, combined with hypnotic vocals and complex arpeggios that transport the listener to another era. Fascinated raises the rhythm with a dark disco style bass and an arpeggiated synthesizer line that transports us to futuristic new dimensions of the dance floors. Gameboyzs remix of Viodance incorporates an electro sound with marked percussions and acid sequences that capture the listeners attention from the very first moment. Meanwhile, TH3OS adds a dark, minimal, and techno dimension to the same track, using the original arpeggio line to create a sensory journey filled with hypnotic rhythms. Finally, Cate Hortl delivers a standout remix combining powerful bass lines in the style of Gesaffelstein with the original tracks synthesizers, maintaining its essence while exploring new sonic territories. This release not only reaffirms Melomana Records commitment to a distinctive and constantly evolving sound but also anticipates a 2024 full of innovations and surpriseswithin the electronic music scene. Stay tuned for future revelations that will continue to define the cutting edge of the genre.
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#88
Feat. Staff Picks in Indie Dance
Hedonism (Remixes)
We gathered together a magnificent cohort of trailblazers to remix choice tracks from Sians Hedonism LP. First up Greta Levska carves a wild breakbeat masterpiece from Sian & Alexia Malos Intoxicada, then Hiroko Yamamura & Submerge take his ominous dance floor weapon, Black T shirt into elevated warehouse Techno territory, and finally Jessica Brankka absolutely crushes Feel Electric with her rapturous peak-time rework.
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#89
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Trilogy EP
Rafael Cerato, Andrew Meller and Laherte - three artists from three different countries link up on this record and create three distinct tracks in three different constellations: This is „Trilogy. Starting things off is „If Only by Andrew Meller and Rafael Cerato, a melancholic club hymn with gated 2000s RnB vocal overlays and an unmistakeable synth break that opens all flood gates and takes us on a rush. „Hustling by Rafael Cerato and Laherte blends rapid fire rap bars with fast paced percussions and a crunchy acid bass line - stacks on stacks on stacks! And closing off „Trilogy is „You Take Me by Laherte and Andrew Meller - bringing longing and heartache to the dance floor.
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#95
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Room 277
Darlyn Vlys is back home! Room 277 EP is the second original music release on his own label this year, as always full of different influences. Following in the footsteps of previous releases, we begin this colorful adventure as were used to, Room 277 is a roller-coaster of emotions from start to finish, featuring shimmering pads and euphoric climbs mixed with a divine vocal sample thatll keep you dancing. Vlys keeps the standard high with Besson, a timeless piece full of surprises with its distorted effects and hypnotic vocals that will take you into an incredible breakdown. Goosebumps assuaged! A beautiful weapon full of instruments and organic undertones.
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It All Comes Out
Multi Culti bring the elusive DRUGFACE back into the fold with an epic in-house remix featuring Simple Symmetry, Oltrefuturo and Thomas Von Party. It All Comes Out finally gets an official release and fresh re-master 8 years after first melting heads on Soundcloud. The lost emo indie dance classic gets reworked by the all-star crew of Simple Symmetry, Oltrefuturo and Multi Culti (care of Thomas Von Party), squelching it out for peak time play.
