"Sirens" resonate a lot in 2026. "Sirens" are everywhere right now, in the many fields of the human reign, sounding at its highest level ever... Pioneering Swiss DJ and electronic music producer Ripperton joins forces with Berlin-based singer, composer and passionate aural storyteller Joy Frempong (OY) to create a beautiful and deeply moving piece of electronic music. And after three years in the making, "Sirens" finally emerges. The roots of this collaboration however reach back more than a decade. Around 2010, Ripperton first encountered Joy's first album with Oy after hearing it on Swiss national radio Couleur 3. Shortly after, he saw her playing live — a moment he describes as pure magic. So inspired, Ripperton approached her label with a request to remix her music. The label agreed, and in exchange, Joy promised to feature on one of his future productions. What began as a mutual artistic gesture quietly planted a seed and eventually, pretty much fifteen years later, that seed has fully grown. "Sirens" began as one of Ripperton's nocturnal modular jams — exploring and playing around with pulsating sequences, pure analogue sound textures and fluid, hypnotic structures. The track was then elevated to an entirely new level by Joy Frempong's deep, evocative lyrics and her celestial voice, transforming the song into something haunting and profoundly human. The song also grew on a shared work ethos rooted in patience, trust and refinement. A slow process, shaped by intuition and feeling rather than pressure. Listening over noise. The result is an emotionally charged composition that blurs the line between inner reflection and collective awareness — a sonic response to the sirens of our time.

Marsmobil convinces again with two wonderfully catchy pop songs featuring vocals by renowned singer Ada Morghe. With the two tracks "Papillon" and "SH 2000", MARSMOBIL presents a wide spectrum ranging from film noir to iconic soundscapes. Marsmobil's sound stylistically ranges from French sixties flair to contemporary synth-pop. Analog warmth meets floating synth pads, while organic arrangements blend with electronic expansiveness. The music feels equally retro-inspired and futuristic—playful, atmospheric, and unique. With singer Ada Morghe, the project has found its ideal voice. Her versatile timbre—sometimes raw and delicate, sometimes powerful and commanding—gives the songs emotional depth and a distinctive identity. The special chemistry between MARSMOBIL and Ada Morghe creates a sound that feels both intimate and grand. Marsmobil stands for stylistic openness, a love of sonic detail, and a clear artistic vision—international in scope, timeless in production, and highly recognizable. They are supported in this endeavor by Shuko, one of Germany's most successful producers, known for his cross-genre vision and internationally acclaimed sound. Together, they have entered musical territory that is bolder, more open, and at the same time more emotional than ever before. Marsmobil are back in action - curious, hungry, and with an energy that cannot be ignored. This return not only marks a new chapter, but feels like a new beginning.

COMPILED BY MICHAEL REINBOTH Compost proudly presents the 13th chapter of this highly acclaimed compilation series. The exciting package 4-LP vinyl contains two yellow coloured and two black vinyls. As usual FSOJ is compiled by Compost head honcho Michael Reinboth with a solid sense of leftfield tracks, punchy floorfillers, ghostly, cinematic, balearic, frazzled, bitter-sweet or mind-shaking hybrid tunes.Several magazines voted FSOJ as the one of the best compilation series of all time. With this series starting 1995 the term Future Jazz became a genre landmark. FSOJ 13 including some exclusives, sought-after tracks and previously unreleased tracks. Some highlights are: First of all the Van Hai track in a Ripperton remix is a perfect opener into a tranquil music venture. A sheer bliss tune. Montezumas Rache Wu Du Wu, which was only released on vinyl before - still difficult to find the original 12 - is a freaky outstanding funk hybrid. Karim Sahraoui with a punchy Detroit-ish track, picked up from Derrick Mays Transmat label - is currently in the works with a follow up 12" later in 2017 on Compost. Acid Pauli delivers a brand new dubby balearic remix, which he recently did for Matanza, a live band from Chile. Peter Kruder came up with something special exclusive, a warm breath in the open air tune, which drives listeners into a chilled wormhole. Beside new names, bigger names like Axel Boman, Tony Allen with a Ricardo Villalobos & Max Loderbauer remix, youll find more lefties tracks from respected labels like Studio Barnhus, Innervisions, Lovemonk, Transmat, Mule, Tru Thoughts, Rebirth, Ninja Tune and m.o. next to other exclusive deliveries by Manuel Tur, Marsmobil, coupled up with semi exclusives: the first time on vinyl or digital. The 14th chapter is near. The time is right. http://compost-rec.com/

The remix package for Charles Petersohn's Children Of Zu Zu EP shines with its musical diversity, ranging from jazzy broken beats to afro/deep house, featuring re-works by Mary Olivetti, Moodorama, als420, Viktor Marek, The Greater Manchester Housing Authority, and Charles Petersohn himself. The digital bundle also includes a remix featuring the "Music Minds" Peter Stephan and Joachim Litty. "The shared desire for the EP's tracks to embrace the idea that a remix can be a work of art in its own right has been fully realized. All the mixes have a personal touch, using the originals as raw material that has been played with to one's heart's content. I'm very happy!" Charles Petersohn

Compost Ambient / Experimental