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Cat-No:cor12178
Release-Date:18.10.2024
Genre:House
Configuration:12" Excl
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Damiano von Erckert - Steam (Staub Mix)
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Damiano von Erckert - Dad Was Not Around
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Damiano von Erckert - Fantazia 93
Tracklist: (1) Damiano von Erckert – Steam (Staub Mix) (DE-Q20-24-00015) (2) Damiano von Erckert – Dad Was Not Around (DE-Q20-24-00016) (3) Damiano von Erckert – Roh (DE-Q20-24-00017) (4) Damiano von Erckert – Fantazia 93 (DE-Q20-24-00018) Long overdue, we are happy to welcome Damiano von Erckert to Cocoon Recordings with his debut single, bringing late summer vibes that were well worth the wait. Damiano's lovely energy shines through in this EP, resulting in music that blends soulful character with his signature house sound. “Steam (Staub Mix)” lifts your spirits from the very first beat, and the summery vibe of the housey Rhodes piano brings a smile to your face. Yet, the track retains a somewhat wistful and melancholy feel. Skillful intonation gives the break a jazzy feel, it's this friction that makes it special. Von Erckert showcases his skill with this playful arrangement, sure to have dancers' hands reaching skyward. The second track “Das Was Not Around” is a masterclass in purism, where simplicity meets profound emotion. Swirly synth pads unfold to create a dreamy, immersive atmosphere, pulling listeners into its depths. Despite its introspective title, a sense of hopefulness permeates the track, as if reaching for light through the shadows. Damiano’s approach allows every element to shine, making the deep grooves and ethereal sounds feel both intimate and expansive. It’s a journey of reflection yet imbued with a quiet optimism that lingers long after the final beat fades. The essence of reduced Chicago drumming is brilliantly embodied in “Roh”, channeling a raw, stripped-back rhythm that strikes with precision and purpose. This forms the bedrock of a composition that feels timeless. The track carries an unmistakable grandeur, echoing the majestic hymns of certain legendary French artists. As the beats develop, they evoke a profound sense of reverence and nostalgia, seamlessly blending classic house influences with a modern edge. It's a track that honors the roots while confidently advancing the frontiers of contemporary house music. "Fantazia 93" is a nostalgic dive into a ‘90s House vibe, channeling the essence of that unforgettable era with authenticity. Damiano's signature sounds are front and center, infusing the track with a unique touch that’s fresh while reminiscent of classic house anthems. The track exudes an Ibiza after-hour feeling, transporting listeners to those sun-drenched days where time seems to stand still. It’s a sonic journey that feels like sunbeams warming the skin, bathing the senses in a radiant, feel-good energy that resonates long after.

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Cat-No:cor12177
Release-Date:03.05.2024
Genre:Techno
Configuration:12" Excl
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Release-Date:03.05.2024
Genre:Techno
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Riccardo De Polo - Ascension
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Riccardo De Polo - Wahnstimmung
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Riccardo De Polo - Inception
Tracklist: (1) Riccardo De Polo – Ascension (DE-Q20-24-00011) (2) Riccardo De Polo – Wahnstimmung (DE-Q20-24-00012) (3) Riccardo De Polo – Inception (DE-Q20-24-00013) The epochal energy of "Ascension" captivated us from the very first moment, making it an ideal intro track. With its cinematic soundtrack reminiscent of "Vangelis", Italian producer Riccardo De Polo has crafted a sublimely ethereal experience that transports listeners into the vast expanse of space. As stars and planets drift by, the music beckons us to explore further, to surrender ourselves to the moment. The low strings serve as a booster until the rocket engine roars to life and the spaceship disappears into another galaxy. Subsequently the polyrhythmic sequence of "Wahnstimmung" spirals abstractly far below the cerebral cortex. The driving bass drum, paired with shakers and percussion, propels the composition forward at a steady pace. The tension intensifies, painting a picture of liquid metal pouring into a melting pot. Pure, stripped-down techno as we know it from its origins. "Inception" hypnotically takes you into a deep state of trance, engulfing you in a tribe's energy. It’s truly a classic Cocoon sound that has its very own place in Sven's sets. The vigor is palpable, the shimmering sequence will make the dust visibly glow above the open-air dance floors while the air begins to shimmer. Noisy snare drums heat the narrowed arrangement to the absolute boiling point. This is the energy we have been looking for!

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Cat-No:cor12176
Release-Date:12.04.2024
Genre:Techno
Configuration:12" Excl
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Sven Väth - L'Esperanza (Original Album Version)
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Sven Väth - L'Esperanza (Hardspace Mix)
Tracklist: (1) Sven Väth – L'Esperanza (Original Album Version) (DE-Q20-24-00009) (2) Sven Väth – L'Esperanza (Hardspace Mix) (DE-Q20-24-00010) L'Esperanza (Hope) is undoubtedly one of Sven Väth's greatest hits. After more than 30 years, we are very proud to revive this timeless masterpiece for you on Cocoon Recordings. The artwork of the A-side is from the original 12" cover, which was released on Eye Q Records back then. Anyone who knows Sven recognizes that he has always felt free and evolved in terms of appearance and style. That's why we instantly loved the idea of Sven re-staging himself in the same pose but in a new guise. This picture disc documents a 30-year-long transformation, both sonically and visually. It is a beautiful journey through time and a true collector’s item. A1: L'Esperanza (Original Album Version) 1993 Produced in 1993, this track has certainly not lost any of its charm over the years. Lovely string sounds envelop you in a cloud of comfort, while the filtered downbeat emphasizes this feeling of lightness. The catchy tune of the playful synthesizer melody invites you to close your eyes and start dreaming. Let yourself fall into a deep state of meditation and trance. The airy electric bassline comes with a charismatic power and opens a door to the subconscious, calling on you to dive deep. The atmosphere of this composition sits somewhere between drifting through the sea and hovering through space. B1: L'Esperanza (Hardspace Mix) 2023 A revised version of the "Hope Will Move Mountains Mix" by "Visions Of Shiva" occurs on the B-Side in the form of Len Faki’s hardspace mix. Len is renowned for his elegant edits and refined modifications as part of his side project, this time delivering a stripped-down 135 BPM version that fits perfectly into the current zeitgeist. A club version of "L'Esperanza" that radiates a high level of euphoric energy, constantly pushing the rhythm patterns forward. All hands go up in the air at the latest when the piano part starts in the middle section. Let’s go back to the good old days of the original 90s trance sound since the cheerful arpeggio synth melody takes us along. What is certain, you can't tell that either version has been around for 30 years.

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Cat-No:cor10015ltd
Release-Date:01.12.2023
Genre:Techno
Configuration:10" Excl
Barcode:4251804143967
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DeFeKT x Extrawelt - Cell Sync
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DeFeKT x Extrawelt - In The Space Of…
10“ Vinyl with hand-stamped cover and labels Tracklisting: A1. DeFeKT x Extrawelt – Cell Sync (DE-Q20-23-00029) B1. DeFeKT x Extrawelt – In The Space Of… (DE-Q20-23-00030) After their debut 12" on Feel My Bicep and their contribution "Halluzinelle" to the Dots And Pearls 7 compilation, DeFeKT and Extrawelt are joining forces again. In the act of remembering the true spirit of no-nonsense, raw, and direct techno, they created these two masterfully executed, original, and timeless cuts. Each time they get together they come up with something truly unique, blending their styles effortlessly and seamlessly. Their expertise, knowledge, and recognition of our music's history just radiates out of this release. Both tracks immediately captured our souls here at Cocoon headquarters and we couldn't be more excited to put them out right away on this beautiful, limited, hand-stamped 10" vinyl.

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Cat-No:cor12175
Release-Date:13.10.2023
Genre:Techno
Configuration:12" Excl
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Gregor Tresher - Black Halo
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Gregor Tresher - Phantom Dancer
Tracklist: (1) Gregor Tresher – Black Halo (DE-Q20-23-00015) (2) Gregor Tresher – Phantom Dancer (DE-Q20-23-00016) Cocoon Recordings' next 12” vinyl comes from a well-known face. No introduction needed as nobody less than Gregor Tresher once again delivers a superb and surprising pair of tracks. “Black Halo” is down-the-line and perhaps one of the catchiest tracks by Gregor Tresher. The wobbling driving bassline builds up a rising tension that increases through the vast, detuned, and powerful string parts appearing to extend out to light years, reaching far beyond. Zaps drive the rhythm forward while rushing cymbals push the groove and weld everything together to absolute unity. For Gregor, techno and club culture have certain transcendental qualities, “Black Halo” is concerned with these sentiments and tells an ambivalent story. The onset of bliss oscillates between melancholy and hope, making it an exuberant roller coaster of emotions. A classic Gregor Tresher track, which perfectly represents Gregor’s signature sound! “Phantom Dancer” literally pulls you onto the dance floor. Discharging beats, which hit you heavily but pleasant. The atmosphere violently evolves with a twisted noise-like signal sound and gets even more brute through the low-pitched filter vocals. An exceptionally deep techno production by Gregor Tresher, which will definitely come to full fruition in the clubs at peak time.

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Cat-No:CORLP054
Release-Date:18.08.2023
Genre:Techno
Configuration:3LP Excl
Barcode:4251804140607
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Sven Väth - A1. Sven Väth – Silvi's Dream (Damiano Von Erckert Remix)
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Sven Väth - A2. Sven Väth – What I Used To Play (Roman Flügel Remix)
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Sven Väth - B1. Sven Väth – The Worm (Robag Wruhme Remix)
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Sven Väth - B2. Sven Väth – We Are (Jonathan Kaspar Remix)
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Sven Väth - C1. Sven Väth – Feiern (Krystal Klear Remix)
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Sven Väth - C2. Sven Väth – Mystic Voices (Benjamin Damage Remix)
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Sven Väth - D1. Sven Väth – Nyx (PAS Deep Heet Remix)
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Sven Väth - D2. Sven Väth – Butoh (Robert Hood Remix)
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Sven Väth - E1. Sven Väth – Nyx (Planetary Assault Systems Remix)
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Sven Väth - E2. Sven Väth – Being In Love (Harald Björk Remix)
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Sven Väth - F1. Sven Väth – Catharsis (Mano Le Tough Remix)
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Sven Väth - F2. Sven Väth – Silvi's Dream (Florian Hollerith Remix)
- 3x12“ gatefold vinyl – with turquoise foil embossing Tracklisting: LP 1. (A1) Sven Väth – Silvi‘s Dream (Damiano Von Erckert Remix) 2. (A2) Sven Väth – What I Used To Play (Roman Flügel Remix) 3. (B1) Sven Väth – The Worm (Robag Wruhme Remix) 4. (B2) Sven Väth – We Are (Jonathan Kaspar Remix) 5. (C1) Sven Väth – Feiern (Krystal Klear Remix) 6. (C2) Sven Väth – Mystic Voices (Benjamin Damage Remix) 7. (D1) Sven Väth – Nyx (PAS Deep Heet Remix) 8. (D2) Sven Väth – Butoh (Robert Hood Remix) 9. (E1) Sven Väth – Nyx (Planetary Assault Systems Remix) 10. (E2) Sven Väth – Being In Love (Harald Björk Remix) 11. (F1) Sven Väth – Catharsis (Mano Le Tough Remix) 12. (F2) Sven Väth – Silvi‘s Dream (Florian Hollerith Remix) The life-affirming energy at the heart of Sven Väth‘s recent album Catharsis is revisited, reanimated, and remixed by some of the most exciting names around, closing the circle on a superlative burst of recent work that has not only given us the epic original LP, but also the extraordinary compilation What I Used To Play. Roman Flügel, Benjamin Damage, Robert Hood, Planetary Assault Systems, Mano Le Tough… do we need to go on? This hand-picked list of luminaries have answered the call and certainly don’t disappoint, each fusing their signature sound with Sven‘s DNA to create a wild, uncompromising companion piece to the original album. True to form, the running order is very much rooted on the dance floor, Silvi‘s Dream, revisited by Damiano von Erckert, explodes like a Balearic sunrise. Dreamy strings with a touch of Detroit create a lovely atmosphere while the beautiful piano sound goes right into your heart and appears as if you could feel the warm sun on your skin. Roman Flügel’s acidic rework of What I Used To Play is a homage to the 80s and the early sound of electronic music which creates nostalgic feelings and offers a greatly produced retro soundscape à la Kraftwerk. Staying close to the original, but with the perfect amount of spin, it’s a symbiotic interplay of synthetic bass pads, and a tiny bell melody. Robag Wruhme’s cranking minimal funk takes us down The Worm-hole. A concise interference sound builds up sustained tension, tangled but structured, deep and yet driving. Robag took over the deep and dirty rhythms of the original perfectly and delivers a versatile piece. This opening salvo oozes quality and sets things up perfectly for the electrified celebration of hi-octane technology come. Jonathan Kaspar‘s growling interpretation of We Are provides a melancholic atmosphere with fascinating percussion parts. Zaps shoot through the air like small laser pistols while we let ourselves be carried away by the bass, the frisky vocal stutter effect is the icing on the cake. Speeding things up, the euphoric trance that engulfs Krystal Klear’s epic version of Feiern. Expansive strings increase up to ecstasy and guide us to a love-filled unity. This remix is sure to be an excellent peak-time smasher for the open-air season. On to a wild ride of pure techno with Benjamin Damage, who delivers a dry and uncompromising Berlin Techno version of Mystic Voices. Harder pace but the string synthesizer harmony brings light to an otherwise gloomy environment. Next up is Luke Slater’s PAS Deep Heet Mix to add a retro nineties vibe to proceedings on Nyx. Entering a rough space with gigantic clap impacts, we are blessed with straightforward Techno. Shimmering and spooling, this groove hits the mark. Then, as if it was ever in doubt, Sven‘s lofty place in the techno firmament is underlined by a peak-time contribution by non-less than Detroit legend Robert Hood. Unmistakable, you must recognize the signature Robert Hood drive on Butoh. Chord stabs fulfill the Detroit feeling with offtaking string elements and high-energy vocal transformations. It’s a warm embrace that triggers emotions. Planetary Assault Systems then blasts things ever deeper into the cosmos on a second outing of Nyx. Reduced and to the point but of course, true to form, with powerful tribal percussion parts and intensive cutting hi-hats. From there on in, the collection gradually re-enters the atmosphere, burning with a phosphorescent, melancholy glow. Harald Björk extrapolates Being In Love into a hypnotic groove for the early hours. A playful and atmospheric electronica interpretation to soothe our souls due to disharmonious synth pads and a dreamy deformation of the original melody. Mano Le Tough harnesses the ethno-rhythms and brooding energy of Catharsis into a low-slung, tribal stomper. Anomalous organ parts ring out and link up with a trance-like sequence, summer feelings arouse as you feel like you can almost smell Ibizan air. The collection comes full circle with a second equally seductive interpretation of Silvi‘s Dream by Florian Hollerith. Stripped-down and hypnotic, the homage to Sven's girlfriend Silvi is extended as a reverence to Sven himself. Sven's profound vocals clearly infuse time and space and leave a forever-lasting memory of love. By accident or design, it somehow leaves us with the reassuring sense that, although this specific part of the journey may be drawing to a close, the mission of the man behind it all most definitely isn't. written & produced by: Sven Väth & Gregor Tresher

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Cat-No:cor12174
Release-Date:23.06.2023
Genre:Techno
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Raxon - Kryptonite
Tracklist: (1) Raxon – Robotalia (DE-Q20-23-00013) (2) Raxon – Kryptonite (DE-Q20-23-00014) Release Info: Next up is an overdue reunion with a familiar face. After his outstanding contribution to Cocoon Compilation S and his first solo EP on Cocoon Recordings, Raxon is back with a more than equally fascinating sound. The Egyptian-born and now Barcelona-based artist is back on it again, delivering two tracks that will take you on a journey through the depths of robotic soundscapes. Intricate beats, hypnotic synthesizer melodies, deep bassline grooves, and distinctive EFX sounds create Raxon’s very special signature sound. Straight drum programming paired with chirping percussions takes us away to embark on a travel through space and time while distinctive claps poke through a futuristic nebula of floating and shifting sequences. The twisted melody of “Robotalia” carries us to a parallel dimension of machine sound and if you listen closely, you can hear the robots’ screwing and sawing. Warping bleeps and mechanical effects complete the robotic feeling. Raxon’s understanding of structures and architectural abilities are reflected through the arrangement, slowly increasing to ecstasy. “Kryptonite” scores with alien soundscapes. Stuttering vocals are the questions, while futuristic and dramatic chord stabs are the direct answer. A straight, radiant sound appears as an electronic trombone from outer space, offensively supporting the driving bassline. The symbiotic interplay between the euphoric synthesizer hook line and the relentless beat with pushing sharp hi-hats visualize powerful images in one's mind's eye. Suddenly the beat stagnates and results in a morphing break going head over heels developing a start-stop pitch effect that not only builds up tremendous tension but also bears an increased risk of melting your brain. We just love tape delay!

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Cat-No:cor12172x
Release-Date:03.03.2023
Genre:Techno
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Metal Master (Sven Väth) - Spectrum (Bart Skils & Weska Reinterpretation)
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Metal Master (Sven Väth) - Spectrum (Original Mix)
Tracklist: (A1) Metal Master – Spectrum (Bart Skils & Weska Reinterpretation) (B1) Metal Master – Spectrum (Original Mix) Release Info: black 12-inch vinyl + cover with rainbow silver foil You may have already been waiting for this one. After the limited splattered one-sided vinyl edition, this 12-inch pressing comes with the remastered original mix on the B-side. The original, the second release on the label Harthouse at the time, is an all-time classic and went down in the music history of Frankfurt. Thirty years later, the track by Sven Väth and A.C. Boutsen has not lost its shine and will certainly continue to provide goosebump moments. Techno is all too often described as timeless but while most of it eventually evaporates into the ether, there are some riffs, melodies, and breakdowns that remain etched into our collective consciousness forever. Legendary Frankfurt label Harthouse is home to more than its fair share of such moments, but you must go all the way back to 1992, the opening strains of the Metal Master classic ‘Spectrum’ to locate the source for this special single-sided remix release. The common denominator and catalyst to all this is of course Sven Väth, co-creator of ‘Spectrum’ and founder of both Harthouse and Cocoon Recordings, while the independent variables in the equation are Bart Skils and Weska, who lend their considerable talent and vision to this sublime makeover. Coming on like rolling thunder, sparks fly immediately as crackling vocoder licks, silky ride cymbals and soaring arpeggios build an atmosphere taut with anticipation before giving way to that iconic melody - a love letter from Frankfurt to Ibiza, wrought from metal, drenched in distortion yet pulling at the heartstrings - the perfect soundtrack to any chemical sunrise. It‘s a powerful re-interpretation that pays the warmest respects to the original and, despite the relentless groove, there is still room for sentimentality - an invitation to momentarily pause for thought and reflect on the journey so far as the sumptuous breakdown washes over the dance-floor. But not for long, the simmering bass line soon emerges from the euphoria and the track kicks in again, driving us forward towards a new, uncharted spectrum of possibilities.

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Release-Date:03.02.2023
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Sven Väth - (A1) Logic System - Unit
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Sven Väth - (A2) Kraftwerk - Computerwelt (2009 Remastered)
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Sven Väth - (B1) Whodini - Magic's Wand
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Sven Väth - (B2) Rocker's Revenger - Walking on Sunshine (feat. Donnie Calvin)
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Sven Väth - (C1) Klein & MBO - Dirty Talk (European Connection)
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Sven Väth - (D1) Liaisons Dangereuses - Los Niños Del Parque
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Sven Väth - (D2) Yello - Bostich
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Sven Väth - (E1) The The - Giant
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Sven Väth - (F1) The Residents - Kaw-Liga
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Sven Väth - (G1) Clan Of Xymox - Stranger
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Sven Väth - (G2) A Split - Second - Flesh
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Sven Väth - (H1) Severed Heads - Dead Eyes Opened
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Sven Väth - (H2) The Weathermen - Poison!
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Sven Väth - (I1) New Order - Blue Monday
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Sven Väth - (J1) Anne Clark - Our Darkness
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Sven Väth - (J2) 16 Bit - Where Are You?
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Sven Väth - (K1) Phuture - We Are Phuture
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Sven Väth - (K2) Model 500 - No UFO's (Vocal)
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Sven Väth - (L1) Frankie Knuckles feat. Jamie Principle - Your Love
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Sven Väth - (L2) Quest - Mind Games (Street Mix)
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Sven Väth - (M1) Jasper van't Hof - Pili Pili
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Sven Väth - (X1) OFF - Electrica Salsa
- exclusive 12x12" vinyl box set with silver hot foil embossing - twelve individual colored disco sleeves with distinct full-size portraits of Sven from the 80s Tracklisting: LP 1. (A1) Logic System - Unit 2. (A2) Kraftwerk - Computerwelt (2009 Remastered) 3. (B1) Whodini - Magic's Wand 4. (B2) Rocker's Revenger - Walking on Sunshine (feat. Donnie Calvin) 5. (C1) Klein & MBO - Dirty Talk (European Connection) 6. (D1) Liaisons Dangereuses - Los Niños Del Parque 7. (D2) Yello - Bostich 8. (E1) The The - Giant 9. (F1) The Residents - Kaw-Liga 10. (G1) Clan Of Xymox - Stranger 11. (G2) A Split - Second - Flesh 12. (H1) Severed Heads - Dead Eyes Opened 13. (H2) The Weathermen - Poison! 14. (I1) New Order - Blue Monday 15. (J1) Anne Clark - Our Darkness 16. (J2) 16 Bit - Where Are You? 17. (K1) Phuture - We Are Phuture 18. (K2) Model 500 - No UFO's (Vocal) 19. (L1) Frankie Knuckles feat. Jamie Principle - Your Love 20. (L2) Quest - Mind Games (Street Mix) 21. (M1) Jasper van't Hof - Pili Pili 22. (N1) Guem Et Zaka Percussion - Le Serpent 23. (N2) Hugh Masekela - Don't Go Lose It Baby 24. (O1) Sly & Robbie - Make 'Em Move 25. (O2) Brian Eno - David Byrne - Help Me Somebody 26. (P1) Primal Scream - Loaded (Andy Weatherall Mix) 27. (Q1) The Ecstasy Club - Jesus Loves The Acid 28. (R1) Foremost Poets - Reason To Be Dismal? 29. (S1) Lhasa - The Attic 30. (S2) A Guy Called Gerald - Voodoo Ray 31. (T1) M/A/R/R/S - Pump up the Volume - USA 12" Mix 32. (T2) Bobby Konders - Nervous Acid 33. (U1) Meat Beat Manifesto - Helter Skelter 34. (V1) Raze - Break 4 Love 35 (W1) Sueño Latino with Manuel Goettsching performing E2-E4 - Sueño Latino (Paradise Version) 36. (X1) OFF - Electrica Salsa Sven Väth - What I Used To Play For this uniquely personal retrospective spread over twelve vinyl discs, Sven Väth takes us back to the early days of his DJ career. On What I Used To Play we meet great pioneers of electronic music, gifted percussionists, obscure wave bands, and innovative producers of a bygone 'new electronic' era. Rough beats and irresistible grooves from the identification stage of house, techno, and acid remind us not just how far electronic music has evolved over the past four decades, but how great it was to dance to EBM, techno, and house for the very first time. If there is one protagonist of the electronic music scene who has remained curious, innovative and at the very cutting edge of music for over four decades, it's Sven Väth. His multi-layered artist albums and Sound of the Season mix compilations have been defining the genre for over two decades, and even today, he is constantly on the lookout for the next top tune to add to the highlights of his next set. At least, that's the case when he's not producing them himself as an artist or remixer. "Actually, it's always been part of my DNA to think ahead," and nothing had been further from his mind than looking back at his past, but when in spring of 2020 the international DJ circuit had to be scaled down to virtually zero, the 'restless traveler' suddenly had time. Time to stop and reflect on "how it actually was back then, at the very beginning of my career..." "It was a great trip and with every track, beautiful memories came flooding back". In the London apartment, he had just moved into, Sven has set up a "little music room", where he cocooned himself for several days, "to look way back for the first time and review my musical journey through the eighties, so to speak." The interim result was six thematically oriented playlists with a grand total of 120 tracks from 'early 80s' to 'Balearic late 80s', together with excursions into afrobeat, European new wave, and EBM sounds and a few epochal techno/house tracks from the USA in between. From these 'Best of Sven Väth's favorites', the project What I Used To Play crystallized. Sven remembers how the Cocoon team reacted to his proposal: "They found the idea of making a compilation out of it MEGA from the beginning and everyone said 'Sven, go for it', but then, of course, the work really started, namely, to clear the rights and to get clean sounding masters of the up to 40-year-old tracks. There was also disappointment, of course. We couldn't clear certain titles because the rights holders in the USA had fallen out with each other or simply disappeared from the scene. In short, it wasn't easy, but now I can safely say we got the most important tracks." Finally, after two years of research, curation, design, and administrative fine-tuning, the "little retrospective" from 1981 to 1990 is available. The exquisitely packaged, and three-kilo heavy box set is not only physically impressive, WIUTP is also the definitive record of Sven Väth's musical development. On each of the twenty-four sides of vinyl, you can trace track by track, what influenced him during which phase, and how he took off as a DJ from his parents' Queen's Pub straight into the spotlight at Dorian Gray. There and at Vogue (later OMEN), Sven became the style-defining player in the DJ booth that he still is today. 1981 - 1990: Future Sounds of Now In the early eighties, the crowd in clubs like Vogue and Dorian Gray danced to what nowadays we call 'dance classics' - mainly disco, funk, soul, and chart pop. It was up to a new generation of DJs, including Sven Väth, the youngest protagonist in the Rhine-Main area at the time, to create their own club-ready music mix. Good new tracks and potential floor-fillers were rarities that had to be sought out and found, in order to prove oneself worthy. Without MP3s, internet streaming, or other digital download possibilities, music didn't just gravitate to the DJ, instead, it had to be tracked down. In well-stocked record stores in Frankfurt and Wiesbaden or even in Amsterdam, London, or New York, Sven and friends sourced the material for countless magical nights. On WIUTP we can follow Sven's very personal journey through this wild, innovative era in which synth-pop, funk, hip-hop, and disco were successively replaced as 'club music' by house, techno, acid, and breakbeat. By the end of the decade, it was clear to see that these once exotic 'fringe' phenomena would soon become 'mass' phenomena. Early 80s Dirty Talk by the Italian-American duo Klein & M.B.O. represents the most innovative phase of the Italo-disco genre in the early eighties like no other track. Mario Boncaldo (I) and Tony Carrasco relied entirely on the original synthetic drum and percussion sounds of the Roland TR-808, coupled with the raunchy vocals of Rossana Casale and guitar accents of Davide Piatto. Of course, other tracks from this period were also influential in style, most notably Unit by Logic System, which worked as the perfect soundtrack to the laser lighting system at the legendary Dorian Gray club. With stomping beats and robotic rap interludes, Bostich by Yello also belongs on Sven's eternal playlist - after all, it caught the attention of Afrikaa Bambaataa, who invited the Swiss duo to perform at the Roxy in New York in 1983. EBM Wave - Mid 80s From today's point of view, the almost ten-minute-long, downtempo track Giant by Matt Johnson's band project The The, would probably not be considered an obvious club classic. However, a closer (re)listen reveals the rhythmic intricacies of the percussion overdubs by JG Thirlwell (aka Foetus) on Johnson's composition, and it becomes clear why this exceptional piece of music is one of Sven's absolute favorites. Other classics from this phase include Kaw-Liga by the mysterious The Residents, the hypnotic-synthetic Our Darkness by Anne Clark (and David Harrow), and last but not least, the somber, monotonous anthem Where Are You? by 16Bit, one of Sven Väth's projects together with Michael Münzing, Luca Anzilotti from 1986. US House - Late 80s You certainly can't talk about Chicago house without mentioning Frankie Knuckles. The resident DJ at the Warehouse not only gave the name to an entire genre, but also produced epochal floor fillers on the Trax label like the timeless Your Love, sung (and moaned) by Jamie Principle. Acid house protagonists Phuture also hail from Chicago, and on We Are Phuture (also released on Trax) we hear the chirping acid sounds of the legendary Roland TB-303 in full effect. Another featured classic is No UFO's by Detroit's Model 500 aka Juan Atkins, who is rightly considered the 'Godfather of Techno' even if the genre-defining track from 1985 still breathes with the spirit of hip-hop and electro from the first breakdance era. Afrobeat Le Serpent, by Algerian-born Abdelmadjid Guemguem, is a track that sounds completely different from everything else on WIUTP. Made in 1978, it's a monumental, rousing groove created without bass or synths, just with five congas! Even though Guem sadly passed away in 2021, his immortal, acoustic beats are understood all over the world and will continue to enrich many thousands of DJ sets for years to come. Another classic that not only Sven appreciates beyond measure is Hugh Masekela's Don't Go Lose it, Baby. In addition to being one of the most important jazz pioneers, the trumpeter and freedom fighter from Johannesburg was very experimental, integrating electronic sounds into his music in later years, in a similar vein to Miles Davis and Herbie Hancock. Dutch jazz pianist Jasper van't Hof's afrobeat project Pili Pili has also aged well. The trance-like, almost sixteen-minute-long track of the same name, manages to fill a whole side on the seventh of twelve vinyl discs in the WIUTP box. UK-US-Euro - Late 80s Time for a change of scene, in the truest sense of the word, and from a musical perspective, this section is like landing on another planet. First up is Andrew Weatherall's classic remix of Primal Scream's Loaded, featuring the iconic Peter Fonda sample (lifted from the 1966 biker film Wild Angels) that came to personify the mood triggered by the British Second Summer of Love in the late eighties: "We wanna be free to do what we wanna do, and we wanna get loaded...". This period also saw the emergence of M/A/R/R/S whose only single, 1987's Pump Up The Volume, became a club classic with support from DJ legend CJ Mackintosh. In this most eclectic of sections, we also encounter New York house and reggae producer Bobby Konders and his seminal Nervous Acid. Balearic - Late 80s Those who know him, know that Sven had already lost his heart to the 'magic island' of Ibiza as a teenager, so with that in mind, the WIUTP project couldn't end without a Balearic chapter. Inspired by Manuel Göttsching's E2-E4, the immortal, eponymously titled Sueño Latino belongs in there without question. Equally popular on the island was, and still is Break 4 Love by Raze, which thinking about it, would also fit perfectly into the house chapter. Last, but not least, there's an overdue reunion with Sven Väth himself, in his role as frontman of the successful Frankfurt trio OFF. Together with Michael Münzing and Luca Anzilotti (later of Snap!) this 'Organization For Fun' created the off-the-wall club hit Electric Salsa in 1986 which incidentally turned into an international chart smash, putting Sven in the enviable position of having to decide between pop stardom and a DJ career. Well, we all know how that decision turned out and the rest, as they say, is history. A not insignificant part of his story is What I Used To Play. Enjoy!

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Sven Väth - 1. (CD1) Logic System - Unit
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Sven Väth - 10. (CD1) Clan Of Xymox - Stranger
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Sven Väth - 12. (CD1) Severed Heads - Dead Eyes Opened
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Sven Väth - 1. (CD2) The Weathermen - Poison!
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Sven Väth - 2. (CD2) New Order - Blue Monday
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Sven Väth - 3. (CD2) Anne Clark - Our Darkness
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Sven Väth - 4. (CD2) Phuture - We Are Phuture
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Sven Väth - 5. (CD2) Model 500 - No UFO's (Vocal)
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Sven Väth - 6. (CD2) Frankie Knuckles feat. Jamie Principle - Your Love
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Sven Väth - 7. (CD2) Quest - Mind Games (Street Mix)
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Sven Väth - 8. (CD2) Jasper van't Hof - Pili Pili
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Sven Väth - 9. (CD2) Guem Et Zaka Percussion - Le Serpent
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Sven Väth - 10. (CD2) Hugh Masekela - Don't Go Lose It Baby
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Sven Väth - 11. (CD2) Sly & Robbie - Make 'Em Move
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Sven Väth - 1. (CD3) Brian Eno - David Byrne - Help Me Somebody
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Sven Väth - 2. (CD3) Primal Scream - Loaded (Andy Weatherall Mix)
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Sven Väth - 3. (CD3) The Ecstasy Club - Jesus Loves The Acid
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Sven Väth - 4. (CD3) Foremost Poets - Reason To Be Dismal?
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Sven Väth - 5. (CD3) Lhasa - The Attic
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Sven Väth - 6. (CD3) A Guy Called Gerald - Voodoo Ray
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Sven Väth - 7. (CD3) M/A/R/R/S - Pump up the Volume - USA 12" Mix
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Sven Väth - 8. (CD3) Bobby Konders - Nervous Acid
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Sven Väth - 9. (CD3) Meat Beat Manifesto - Helter Skelter
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Sven Väth - 10. (CD3) Raze - Break 4 Love
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Sven Väth - 11.(CD3)Sueño Latino with Manuel Goettsching performing E2-E4-(Paradise Version)
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Sven Väth - 12. (CD3) OFF - Electrica Salsa
- exclusive deluxe digipak slipcase with silver hot foil embossing Tracklisting: CD 1. (CD1) Logic System - Unit 2. (CD1) Kraftwerk - Computerwelt (2009 Remastered) 3. (CD1) Whodini - Magic's Wand 4. (CD1) Rocker's Revenger - Walking on Sunshine (feat. Donnie Calvin) 5. (CD1) Klein & MBO - Dirty Talk (European Connection) 6. (CD1) Liaisons Dangereuses - Los Niños Del Parque 7. (CD1) Yello - Bostich 8. (CD1) The The - Giant 9. (CD1) The Residents - Kaw-Liga 10. (CD1) Clan Of Xymox - Stranger 11. (CD1) A Split - Second - Flesh 12. (CD1) Severed Heads - Dead Eyes Opened 13. (CD1) 16 Bit - Where Are You? 1. (CD2) The Weathermen - Poison! 2. (CD2) New Order - Blue Monday 3. (CD2) Anne Clark - Our Darkness 4. (CD2) Phuture - We Are Phuture 5. (CD2) Model 500 - No UFO's (Vocal) 6. (CD2) Frankie Knuckles feat. Jamie Principle - Your Love 7. (CD2) Quest - Mind Games (Street Mix) 8. (CD2) Jasper van't Hof - Pili Pili 9. (CD2) Guem Et Zaka Percussion - Le Serpent 10. (CD2) Hugh Masekela - Don't Go Lose It Baby 11. (CD2) Sly & Robbie - Make 'Em Move 1. (CD3) Brian Eno - David Byrne - Help Me Somebody 2. (CD3) Primal Scream - Loaded (Andy Weatherall Mix) 3. (CD3) The Ecstasy Club - Jesus Loves The Acid 4. (CD3) Foremost Poets - Reason To Be Dismal? 5. (CD3) Lhasa - The Attic 6. (CD3) A Guy Called Gerald - Voodoo Ray 7. (CD3) M/A/R/R/S - Pump up the Volume - USA 12" Mix 8. (CD3) Bobby Konders - Nervous Acid 9. (CD3) Meat Beat Manifesto - Helter Skelter 10. (CD3) Raze - Break 4 Love 11. (CD3) Sueño Latino with Manuel Goettsching performing E2-E4 - Sueño Latino (Paradise Version) 12. (CD3) OFF - Electrica Salsa Sven Väth - What I Used To Play For this uniquely personal retrospective spread over twelve vinyl discs, Sven Väth takes us back to the early days of his DJ career. On What I Used To Play we meet great pioneers of electronic music, gifted percussionists, obscure wave bands, and innovative producers of a bygone 'new electronic' era. Rough beats and irresistible grooves from the identification stage of house, techno, and acid remind us not just how far electronic music has evolved over the past four decades, but how great it was to dance to EBM, techno, and house for the very first time. If there is one protagonist of the electronic music scene who has remained curious, innovative and at the very cutting edge of music for over four decades, it's Sven Väth. His multi-layered artist albums and Sound of the Season mix compilations have been defining the genre for over two decades, and even today, he is constantly on the lookout for the next top tune to add to the highlights of his next set. At least, that's the case when he's not producing them himself as an artist or remixer. "Actually, it's always been part of my DNA to think ahead," and nothing had been further from his mind than looking back at his past, but when in spring of 2020 the international DJ circuit had to be scaled down to virtually zero, the 'restless traveler' suddenly had time. Time to stop and reflect on "how it actually was back then, at the very beginning of my career..." "It was a great trip and with every track, beautiful memories came flooding back". In the London apartment, he had just moved into, Sven has set up a "little music room", where he cocooned himself for several days, "to look way back for the first time and review my musical journey through the eighties, so to speak." The interim result was six thematically oriented playlists with a grand total of 120 tracks from 'early 80s' to 'Balearic late 80s', together with excursions into afrobeat, European new wave, and EBM sounds and a few epochal techno/house tracks from the USA in between. From these 'Best of Sven Väth's favorites', the project What I Used To Play crystallized. Sven remembers how the Cocoon team reacted to his proposal: "They found the idea of making a compilation out of it MEGA from the beginning and everyone said 'Sven, go for it', but then, of course, the work really started, namely, to clear the rights and to get clean sounding masters of the up to 40-year-old tracks. There was also disappointment, of course. We couldn't clear certain titles because the rights holders in the USA had fallen out with each other or simply disappeared from the scene. In short, it wasn't easy, but now I can safely say we got the most important tracks." Finally, after two years of research, curation, design, and administrative fine-tuning, the "little retrospective" from 1981 to 1990 is available. The exquisitely packaged, and three-kilo heavy box set is not only physically impressive, WIUTP is also the definitive record of Sven Väth's musical development. On each of the twenty-four sides of vinyl, you can trace track by track, what influenced him during which phase, and how he took off as a DJ from his parents' Queen's Pub straight into the spotlight at Dorian Gray. There and at Vogue (later OMEN), Sven became the style-defining player in the DJ booth that he still is today. 1981 - 1990: Future Sounds of Now In the early eighties, the crowd in clubs like Vogue and Dorian Gray danced to what nowadays we call 'dance classics' - mainly disco, funk, soul, and chart pop. It was up to a new generation of DJs, including Sven Väth, the youngest protagonist in the Rhine-Main area at the time, to create their own club-ready music mix. Good new tracks and potential floor-fillers were rarities that had to be sought out and found, in order to prove oneself worthy. Without MP3s, internet streaming, or other digital download possibilities, music didn't just gravitate to the DJ, instead, it had to be tracked down. In well-stocked record stores in Frankfurt and Wiesbaden or even in Amsterdam, London, or New York, Sven and friends sourced the material for countless magical nights. On WIUTP we can follow Sven's very personal journey through this wild, innovative era in which synth-pop, funk, hip-hop, and disco were successively replaced as 'club music' by house, techno, acid, and breakbeat. By the end of the decade, it was clear to see that these once exotic 'fringe' phenomena would soon become 'mass' phenomena. Early 80s Dirty Talk by the Italian-American duo Klein & M.B.O. represents the most innovative phase of the Italo-disco genre in the early eighties like no other track. Mario Boncaldo (I) and Tony Carrasco relied entirely on the original synthetic drum and percussion sounds of the Roland TR-808, coupled with the raunchy vocals of Rossana Casale and guitar accents of Davide Piatto. Of course, other tracks from this period were also influential in style, most notably Unit by Logic System, which worked as the perfect soundtrack to the laser lighting system at the legendary Dorian Gray club. With stomping beats and robotic rap interludes, Bostich by Yello also belongs on Sven's eternal playlist - after all, it caught the attention of Afrikaa Bambaataa, who invited the Swiss duo to perform at the Roxy in New York in 1983. EBM Wave - Mid 80s From today's point of view, the almost ten-minute-long, downtempo track Giant by Matt Johnson's band project The The, would probably not be considered an obvious club classic. However, a closer (re)listen reveals the rhythmic intricacies of the percussion overdubs by JG Thirlwell (aka Foetus) on Johnson's composition, and it becomes clear why this exceptional piece of music is one of Sven's absolute favorites. Other classics from this phase include Kaw-Liga by the mysterious The Residents, the hypnotic-synthetic Our Darkness by Anne Clark (and David Harrow), and last but not least, the somber, monotonous anthem Where Are You? by 16Bit, one of Sven Väth's projects together with Michael Münzing, Luca Anzilotti from 1986. US House - Late 80s You certainly can't talk about Chicago house without mentioning Frankie Knuckles. The resident DJ at the Warehouse not only gave the name to an entire genre, but also produced epochal floor fillers on the Trax label like the timeless Your Love, sung (and moaned) by Jamie Principle. Acid house protagonists Phuture also hail from Chicago, and on We Are Phuture (also released on Trax) we hear the chirping acid sounds of the legendary Roland TB-303 in full effect. Another featured classic is No UFO's by Detroit's Model 500 aka Juan Atkins, who is rightly considered the 'Godfather of Techno' even if the genre-defining track from 1985 still breathes with the spirit of hip-hop and electro from the first breakdance era. Afrobeat Le Serpent, by Algerian-born Abdelmadjid Guemguem, is a track that sounds completely different from everything else on WIUTP. Made in 1978, it's a monumental, rousing groove created without bass or synths, just with five congas! Even though Guem sadly passed away in 2021, his immortal, acoustic beats are understood all over the world and will continue to enrich many thousands of DJ sets for years to come. Another classic that not only Sven appreciates beyond measure is Hugh Masekela's Don't Go Lose it, Baby. In addition to being one of the most important jazz pioneers, the trumpeter and freedom fighter from Johannesburg was very experimental, integrating electronic sounds into his music in later years, in a similar vein to Miles Davis and Herbie Hancock. Dutch jazz pianist Jasper van't Hof's afrobeat project Pili Pili has also aged well. The trance-like, almost sixteen-minute-long track of the same name, manages to fill a whole side on the seventh of twelve vinyl discs in the WIUTP box. UK-US-Euro - Late 80s Time for a change of scene, in the truest sense of the word, and from a musical perspective, this section is like landing on another planet. First up is Andrew Weatherall's classic remix of Primal Scream's Loaded, featuring the iconic Peter Fonda sample (lifted from the 1966 biker film Wild Angels) that came to personify the mood triggered by the British Second Summer of Love in the late eighties: "We wanna be free to do what we wanna do, and we wanna get loaded...". This period also saw the emergence of M/A/R/R/S whose only single, 1987's Pump Up The Volume, became a club classic with support from DJ legend CJ Mackintosh. In this most eclectic of sections, we also encounter New York house and reggae producer Bobby Konders and his seminal Nervous Acid. Balearic - Late 80s Those who know him, know that Sven had already lost his heart to the 'magic island' of Ibiza as a teenager, so with that in mind, the WIUTP project couldn't end without a Balearic chapter. Inspired by Manuel Göttsching's E2-E4, the immortal, eponymously titled Sueño Latino belongs in there without question. Equally popular on the island was, and still is Break 4 Love by Raze, which thinking about it, would also fit perfectly into the house chapter. Last, but not least, there's an overdue reunion with Sven Väth himself, in his role as frontman of the successful Frankfurt trio OFF. Together with Michael Münzing and Luca Anzilotti (later of Snap!) this 'Organization For Fun' created the off-the-wall club hit Electric Salsa in 1986 which incidentally turned into an international chart smash, putting Sven in the enviable position of having to decide between pop stardom and a DJ career. Well, we all know how that decision turned out and the rest, as they say, is history. A not insignificant part of his story is What I Used To Play. Enjoy!

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single-sided multi-colored splattered 12-inch vinyl release Tracklist: (1) Metal Master – Spectrum (Bart Skils & Weska Reinterpretation) (DE-Q20-22-00022) Release Info: Techno is all too often described as timeless but while most of it eventually evaporates into the ether, there are some riffs, melodies, and breakdowns that remain etched into our collective consciousness forever. Legendary Frankfurt label Harthouse is home to more than its fair share of such moments, but you have to go all the way back to 1992, the opening strains of the Metal Master classic ‘Spectrum’ to locate the source for this special single-sided remix release. The common denominator and catalyst to all this is of course Sven Väth, co-creator of ‘Spectrum’ and founder of both Harthouse and Cocoon Recordings, while the independent variables in the equation are Bart Skils and Weska, who lend their considerable talent and vision to this sublime makeover. Coming on like rolling thunder, sparks fly immediately as crackling vocoder licks, silky ride cymbals and soaring arpeggios build an atmosphere taut with anticipation before giving way to that iconic melody - a love letter from Frankfurt to Ibiza, wrought from metal, drenched in distortion yet pulling at the heartstrings - the perfect soundtrack to any chemical sunrise. It‘s a powerful re-interpretation that pays the warmest respects to the original and, despite the relentless groove, there is still room for sentimentality - an invitation to momentarily pause for thought and reflect on the journey so far as the sumptuous breakdown washes over the dance-floor. But not for long, the simmering bass line soon emerges from the euphoria and the track kicks in again, driving us forward towards a new, uncharted spectrum of possibilities.

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Tracklist: (1) Harvey McKay – Black Spider (DE-Q20-22-00023) (2) Harvey McKay – Sticky Carpet (DE-Q20-22-00024) (3) Harvey McKay – Packed Lunch (DE-Q20-22-00025) Harvey McKay makes a welcome return to Cocoon Recordings with the Black Spider EP, featuring three heavy-duty cuts that spin out in a variety of directions, constructing a formidable web of peaktime mayhem in the process. Black Spider bites hard from the get-go with a venomous bassline that pulses and mutates through a series of precision peaks and troughs. The track kicks repeatedly, drenching the dancefloor in washes of analog noise while McKay still finds space for a barrage of clattering percussion. Haunting ambient voices and a mysterious spoken mantra add yet more texture to the cavernous, gothic atmosphere it conjures. Next up, the disconcertingly titled Sticky Carpet utilizes a 90s hard house vibe complete with crunching, distorted beats, and a glistening octave-jumping synth pattern that slides and constricts around the chugging bassline. However, the track really comes into its own as alternating metallic patterns start to dominate in a homage to the hi-hat, whipping the dancefloor into shape as they switch in and out, jostling relentlessly for attention. Finally, hardcore junglist tendencies take center stage on Packed Lunch as another rasping, doomsday bass rides the sonic spectrum, simultaneously spitting sparks and shaking the foundations to the core. Scattered arpeggios add a certain discord to the fray as the pounding breakbeat hammers out a pathway to oblivion. Packed Lunch definitely packs a punch, adding extra spice to an EP that’s exclusively for the headstrong.

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CD, Deluxe Printed with Matt Plastificaton, Embossing Tracklisting: CD 1. Sven Väth - What I Used To Play 2. Sven Väth - The Worm 3. Sven Väth - The Inner Voice 4. Sven Väth - Catharsis 5. Sven Väth - Feiern 6. Sven Väth - Mystic Voices 7. Sven Väth - Being In Love 8. Sven Väth - Butoh 9. Sven Väth - The Cranes Of Gangtey Valley 10. Sven Väth - We Are 11. Sven Väth - Silvi's Dream 12. Sven Väth - Panta Rhei Catharsis is Sven Väth's first solo album in almost 20 years, and the 50th album to be released on his incomparable label, Cocoon Recordings. Produced alongside Gregor Tresher, it arrives on 25 February 2022 and is a musical autobiography that charts Svens most extraordinary life in techno. Without the West German-born Väth, techno would look, sound and feel very different. Since falling in love with electronic music and DJing in 1981, his dedication to the art has never faltered. He plays every party as if it were his last. His broad smile has connected with millions of people around the world. His colourful and curious character has imbued techno with a personality it was often lacking. His selections remain hugely unpredictable, despite the fact that he has been playing around the world for more than 40 years. To remain not only relevant but innovative after so long is a testament to Sven's ability to connect through music on a deeper level. Technically, of course, he is a DJ who can play for thirty hours and not miss a beat. His track selections seem almost divine, and his aura is certainly otherworldly. But more than that, he is a ringleader who is able to mix the artful side of techno with the playful side of partying. Most famously he has done this for more than 20 years at his iconic Cocoon parties in Ibiza. They single-handedly introduced techno to the White Isle and have been its beating heart ever since. Under his charge, strict style guidelines and exaggerated pigeonholing no longer apply. Instead, he has perfected the art of playing far and wide while always remaining true to his own musical identity. In the studio, Sven has always been just as unique. He has worked under several aliases but always brought a fresh perspective. Whether securing chart hits as part of OFF in the eighties, serving up brutalist techno and trance-tinged sounds in the nineties or crafting major label albums in the 2000s, his music has remained utterly forward-looking. That legacy continues with Catharsis as Sven teams up with highly respected producer Gregor Tresher for his latest long-form offering. Tresher has long been part of the Cocoon family and is a revered artist in his own right, when the two got together in the studio it was clear they had an instant connection and there would only be one person fit to co-author this LP. It is a record inspired by Sven's interest in the physical and spiritual processes that take place when we dance. "They are realms into which we immerse ourselves to experience our own mysticism and ecstasy," he muses. "Dancing is a conversation between body and soul and it spiritually connects us with each other." Because of the pandemic, that is of course a feeling that we all missed out on for so long. "No dancing, no paradise!" says Sven. "My imagination for this record was fueled by the many cultural experiences and encounters I have had in my life. They gave me the strength to find a way, the way to myself." And that way to himself is through music, through purifying dancing rituals and the exchange of spiritual energies that are generated in the club. The thirteen-track album explores all facets of Sven's sound. It opens with the stomping drums but sleek synths of 'What I Used To Play' and unfolds through deep and dirty rhythms like 'The Worm', subtly euphoric highs on 'The Inner Voice' and the bubbly tribalism of the title track. There is the impassioned call-to-arms that is 'Feiern', peak-time melodic workout 'Mystic Voices' and soothing electronic lullabies like 'Being In Love'. The second half of the album takes in many more twists and turns such as the exotic strings and driving drums of 'Butoh', the paranoid techno minimalism of 'NYX' and expansive synthscapes of ambient gem 'The Cranes Of Gangtey Valley' before things play out though rugged beats and emotive chords on 'We Are', which is named after the idea that we are what we think. "With our thoughts, we make the world.? says Sven. Then comes the moody reflection of 'Silvi's Dream', which was written in French for Sven's girlfriend. Last but not least we have the immersive dream that is 'Panta Rhei', which completes a trio of electronica tunes on the album. Ambient music has been an integral part on almost every album Sven has written because it can bring a certain emotional deepness, a quality that Sven always has been looking for. 'Catharsis' is an adventurous album that captures the good times, the sad times and, most importantly, the times of hope.

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3LP, Gatefold, Deluxe Printed with Matt Plastificaton & Hot Foil Embossing Tracklisting: LP 1. (A1) Sven Väth - What I Used To Play 2. (A2) Sven Väth - The Worm 3. (B1) Sven Väth - Catharsis 4. (B2) Sven Väth - The Inner Voice 5. (C1) Sven Väth - Mystic Voices 6. (C2) Sven Väth - Nyx 7. (D1) Sven Väth - Butoh 8. (D2) Sven Väth - Feiern 9. (E1) Sven Väth - We Are 10. (E2) Sven Väth - Being In Love 11. (F1) Sven Väth - The Cranes Of Gangtey Valley 12. (F2) Sven Väth - Silvi's Dream 13. (F3) Sven Väth - Panta Rhei Catharsis is Sven Väth's first solo album in almost 20 years, and the 50th album to be released on his incomparable label, Cocoon Recordings. Produced alongside Gregor Tresher, it arrives on 25 February 2022 and is a musical autobiography that charts Svens most extraordinary life in techno. Without the West German-born Väth, techno would look, sound and feel very different. Since falling in love with electronic music and DJing in 1981, his dedication to the art has never faltered. He plays every party as if it were his last. His broad smile has connected with millions of people around the world. His colourful and curious character has imbued techno with a personality it was often lacking. His selections remain hugely unpredictable, despite the fact that he has been playing around the world for more than 40 years. To remain not only relevant but innovative after so long is a testament to Sven's ability to connect through music on a deeper level. Technically, of course, he is a DJ who can play for thirty hours and not miss a beat. His track selections seem almost divine, and his aura is certainly otherworldly. But more than that, he is a ringleader who is able to mix the artful side of techno with the playful side of partying. Most famously he has done this for more than 20 years at his iconic Cocoon parties in Ibiza. They single-handedly introduced techno to the White Isle and have been its beating heart ever since. Under his charge, strict style guidelines and exaggerated pigeonholing no longer apply. Instead, he has perfected the art of playing far and wide while always remaining true to his own musical identity. In the studio, Sven has always been just as unique. He has worked under several aliases but always brought a fresh perspective. Whether securing chart hits as part of OFF in the eighties, serving up brutalist techno and trance-tinged sounds in the nineties or crafting major label albums in the 2000s, his music has remained utterly forward-looking. That legacy continues with Catharsis as Sven teams up with highly respected producer Gregor Tresher for his latest long-form offering. Tresher has long been part of the Cocoon family and is a revered artist in his own right, when the two got together in the studio it was clear they had an instant connection and there would only be one person fit to co-author this LP. It is a record inspired by Sven's interest in the physical and spiritual processes that take place when we dance. "They are realms into which we immerse ourselves to experience our own mysticism and ecstasy," he muses. "Dancing is a conversation between body and soul and it spiritually connects us with each other." Because of the pandemic, that is of course a feeling that we all missed out on for so long. "No dancing, no paradise!" says Sven. "My imagination for this record was fueled by the many cultural experiences and encounters I have had in my life. They gave me the strength to find a way, the way to myself." And that way to himself is through music, through purifying dancing rituals and the exchange of spiritual energies that are generated in the club. The thirteen-track album explores all facets of Sven's sound. It opens with the stomping drums but sleek synths of 'What I Used To Play' and unfolds through deep and dirty rhythms like 'The Worm', subtly euphoric highs on 'The Inner Voice' and the bubbly tribalism of the title track. There is the impassioned call-to-arms that is 'Feiern', peak-time melodic workout 'Mystic Voices' and soothing electronic lullabies like 'Being In Love'. The second half of the album takes in many more twists and turns such as the exotic strings and driving drums of 'Butoh', the paranoid techno minimalism of 'NYX' and expansive synthscapes of ambient gem 'The Cranes Of Gangtey Valley' before things play out though rugged beats and emotive chords on 'We Are', which is named after the idea that we are what we think. "With our thoughts, we make the world.? says Sven. Then comes the moody reflection of 'Silvi's Dream', which was written in French for Sven's girlfriend. Last but not least we have the immersive dream that is 'Panta Rhei', which completes a trio of electronica tunes on the album. Ambient music has been an integral part on almost every album Sven has written because it can bring a certain emotional deepness, a quality that Sven always has been looking for. 'Catharsis' is an adventurous album that captures the good times, the sad times and, most importantly, the times of hope.

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Sven Väth - (1) Mystic Voices (DE-Q20-22-00006)
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Sven Väth - (2) Butoh (DE-Q20-22-00008)
Tracklist: (1) Sven Väth – Mystic Voices (DE-Q20-22-00006) (2) Sven Väth – Butoh (DE-Q20-22-00008) Release Info: Single release from the forthcoming album “Catharsis”, produced by Sven Va¨th & Gregor Tresher The second release before the upcoming mighty new Sven Va¨th album “Catharsis” gives you another hint at what´s coming at you! Let us tell you, we couldn´t be more excited for everyone to finally experience Sven´s new masterpiece! But before we unleash the beast, we decided to release a second single. This time containing two absolute highlight tracks. If you have heard Sven playing in the past months, you will recognize both, as they were pivotal moments in almost every set! First up we have “Mystic Voices“, a track that was created during the early stages of the album production with Sven gathering ideas and words to finally record the unmistakable vocals during a hectic tour through India, and Gregor spending days and nights on the other side of the planet in his studio to process the stream of inspiration. When the two finally sat down together in the studio, the track emerged quickly. Some would call the instant vibe that magic that every creative mind is longing to find. “Butoh” is a raw and dark force, influenced by Japanese dance, an art form that deeply touched Sven during his travels on Nippon Island. It´s an otherworldly sounding track, still based in the Techno Realm but heavily twisted by a long break that introduces Japanese percussions that eventually get topped by the haunting vocals of Cana Hatsushiba.

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Tracklist: (1) Sven Väth – Feiern (Original Mix) (DE-Q20-21-00006) (2) Sven Väth – Feiern (Dub) (DE-Q20-21-00007) Release Info: Single Release from the forthcoming album “Catharsis”, produced by Sven Väth & Gregor Tresher The feeling that we have all been missing for so long Ab jetzt, ab jetzt. Die Quelle, die wir brauchen, der Beat, der Beat, der Beat. Was die Sehnsucht so verstärkt. Es ist die Quelle, die wir brauchen, der Beat, der Beat, der Beat. Der uns zusammenhält. Was die Sehnsucht so verstärkt. Ich will feiern! …will wieder spüren, schwitzen und dich berühren. Mich tief fallen lassen in diese Welten, die mir fehlten. Ich will feiern! Ab jetzt heißt‘s feiern, mit euch feiern. Ab jetzt heißt‘s feiern, mit euch feiern. …will wieder spüren, schwitzen und dich berühren. Mich tief fallen lassen in diese Welten, die mir fehlten. Ich will feiern!

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Tracklist: (A1) Jonathan Kaspar – Invert Drift (DE-Q20-21-00003) (A2) Jonathan Kaspar – Last Romance (DE-Q20-21-00004) (B1) Jonathan Kaspar – Off The Shore (DE-Q20-21-00005) Release Date: Jonathan Kaspar has that rare, instinctive ability to germinate the seed of an idea and nurture it to its logical conclusion, both melodically and sonically. It’s why his stock has been rising so sharply in recent years with future classics already released on Kompakt and Objektivity to name but two, and he’s at it again on his debut EP for Cocoon Recordings with three distinctive tracks of sublime quality. The first cut, Invert Drift, is also a phenomenal mixing tool. What starts off as an expectant minimal groove suddenly explodes with wild, cascading effects that hit you out of nowhere. Any DJ worth their salt will get tons of twisted pleasure orchestrating the crowd‘s synaptic meltdown with this one, but there‘s so much more going on behind the calculated mayhem. In true signature style Kaspar teases the listener, cranking up the pressure with a dark, brooding synth progression that lurks under the surface but never quite breaks free, leaving the morphing bass line, crunchy top loop and laser guided FX front and center. As it reaches its climax it’s like being caught in the crossfire of a Battlestar Galactia shoot out. Last Romance is another master class in how to hypnotize the dance floor, this time by showering it in ecstasy. The patient, Latin-inflected build up accompanies a discordant metallic synth line that from hesitant beginnings slowly grows to dominate the track. It resonates beautifully almost creating its own language before deep, lush chords and a crystalline arp line flesh out the breakdown, making the hairs on your neck stand to attention. Coming in at just over ten minutes, Off The Shore introduces a different aspect of Kaspar’s repertoire. With ambient, cinematic overtones and an otherworldly central motif that starts folding space in the extended breakdown, it’s a perfect early morning tonic that leads you off the beaten track, but still carries enough weight to keep the dance floor ticking over nicely.

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André Galluzzi & Daniel Stefanik / Extra - 1. (A1) André Galluzzi & Daniel Stefanik – The Regulator (DE-Q20-20-00053)
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*** Artists: André Galluzzi & Daniel Stefanik / Extrawelt*** *** Title: 20 Years: Cocoon Recordings – EP5 *** Tracklist: 1. (A1) André Galluzzi & Daniel Stefanik – The Regulator (DE-Q20-20-00053) 2. (B1) Extrawelt – Murder Ballet (DE-Q20-20-00054) Release Info: Cocoon's unique brand of techno has always been at the heart for the operation and now, these brand new and exclusive tracks confirm that once again. Dark industry when André Galluzzi & Daniel Stefanik link on 'The Regulator' and high grade machine soul from Extrawelt.

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Tracklist: 1. (A1) Petar Dundov – Overtone (DE-Q20-20-00055) 2. (B1) Sebastian Mullaert – Kikaqu (DE-Q20-20-00056) Release Info: Cocoon's unique brand of techno has always been at the heart for the operation and now, these brand new and exclusive tracks confirm that once again. Croatian mainstay Petar Dundov brings his trademark melodic magic to 'Overtone' and things come to a perfect close with the techno warmth and mellifluous synth work of Sebastian Mullaert's ‘Kikaqu'.

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Josh Wink / Ricardo Tobar - 1. (A1) Josh Wink – Nuclei (DE-Q20-20-00048)
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Tracklist: 1. (A1) Josh Wink – Nuclei (DE-Q20-20-00048) 2. (B1) Ricardo Tobar – El Eterna (DE-Q20-20-00049) Release Info: Cocoon's unique brand of techno has always been at the heart for the operation and now, these brand new and exclusive tracks confirm that once again. US legend Josh Wink keeps it deep and heads down with his gritty roller 'Nuclei.' After lush techno trance from Ricardo Tobar.

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V/A - 1. (A1) Tiga & Roman Flügel – Look To The Sky (DE-Q20-20-00050)
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*** Artists: Tiga & Roman Flügel / Planetary Assault Systems / Jacek Sienkiewicz *** *** Title: 20 Years: Cocoon Recordings – EP4 *** Tracklist: 1. (A1) Tiga & Roman Flügel – Look To The Sky (DE-Q20-20-00050) 2. (A2) Planetary Assault Systems – Raww (DE-Q20-20-00051) 3. (B1) Jacek Sienkiewicz – Digitavi (DE-Q20-20-00052) Release Info: Cocoon's unique brand of techno has always been at the heart for the operation and now, these brand new and exclusive tracks confirm that once again. A heavyweight collaboration between Tiga & Roman Flügel that is designed for those freaky late night hours and then exceptional minimalist Planetary Assault Systems gets you in a spin with his mind melting cosmic melodies and pounding drum rhythms. There is paranoia and urgency in the excellent work of Jacek Sienkiewicz.

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Rampa / Emanuel Satie / Solomun - 1. (A1) Rampa – 2000 (DE-Q20-20-00042)
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Rampa / Emanuel Satie / Solomun - 2. (A2) Emanuel Satie – Departure (DE-Q20-20-00043)
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Rampa / Emanuel Satie / Solomun - 3. (B1) Solomun – We’ll Never Have Today Again (DE-Q20-20-00044)
Tracklist: 1. (A1) Rampa – 2000 (DE-Q20-20-00042) 2. (A2) Emanuel Satie – Departure (DE-Q20-20-00043) 3. (B1) Solomun – We’ll Never Have Today Again (DE-Q20-20-00044) Release Info: Cocoon's unique brand of techno has always been at the heart for the operation and now, these brand new and exclusive tracks confirm that once again. Rampa kicks off with the jittery broken beat techno of '2000' and Emanuel Satie keeps the melodic vibes alive with his wistful 'Departure' and then Diynamic label boss Solomun serves up a rare new production 'We Will Never Have Today Again' which is a dramatic and epic groove with majestic synth work lighting up the bold drums.

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Gregor Tresher/ Joseph Ashworth/ Pig&Dan - 1. (A1) Gregor Tresher – Nostalgia (Is The Enemy) (DE-Q20-20-00045)
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Gregor Tresher/ Joseph Ashworth/ Pig&Dan - 2. (B1) Joseph Ashworth – Eavesdrop (DE-Q20-20-00046)
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Gregor Tresher/ Joseph Ashworth/ Pig&Dan - 3. (B2) Pig&Dan – Trauma (DE-Q20-20-00047)
Tracklist: 1. (A1) Gregor Tresher – Nostalgia (Is The Enemy) (DE-Q20-20-00045) 2. (B1) Joseph Ashworth – Eavesdrop (DE-Q20-20-00046) 3. (B2) Pig&Dan – Trauma (DE-Q20-20-00047) Release Info: Cocoon's unique brand of techno has always been at the heart for the operation and now, these brand new and exclusive tracks confirm that once again. Gregor Tresher slips into a more slick and funky drum work out with 'Nostalgia (is The Enemy) and Joseph Ashworth's 'Eavesdrop' reaches for deep space with its distant synth swirls and astral atmospheres. Pig&Dan very much came of age through their releases on Cocoon and here offer an intense cosmic workout with ‘Trauma'.

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Butch - Countach (Original Mix)
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Butch - Countach (Kölsch Remix)
2021 Repres , Updated Price Information. The 150th (!) Anniversary Release on Cocoon! Tracklist: 1. (A1) Countach (Original Mix) 2. (B1) Countach (Kölsch Remix) here's a big reason to celebrate, as we face the 150th release on Cocoon Recordings! That's right, 150 prime cuts with a number of milestones. It's hard to single out any one for particular praise but even so, we still have something very special planned for the anniversary. With a certain affection, we wanted to present an artist from the region so it's with great pleasure that we can unveil "Countach" from the one and only Butch, as a more than worthy anniversary release. The native Mainzer and sometime Berliner is without doubt one of the most dazzling German Tech-House artists of the moment. His performances contain a full dose of funkiness and his self-made promo videos never fail to entertain, providing a lot of fun in the process. First and foremost though, Butch is an exceptional producer, who, as one of the chosen few, knows how to mix together those special ingredients that drag us onto the dance floor again and again. What's more, since we really have something to celebrate, we don't just have an original from Butch, it's accompanied by a remix from none other than Kölsch! If the term "man of the moment" applies to any artist then it's got to be Kölsch! At least that's true when it comes to hypnotic techno with a subtle yet seductive touch of trance. Kölsch is currently operating on another level. Whatever he touches turns to gold, turns moments on the dance floor into unforgettable experiences to be written down in the annals of techno. His Kompakt release "Cassiopeia", as well as his remixes including the Chemical Brothers, stand out as musical testimonies of the past two years. The series of musical landmarks from the house of Kölsch is endless and his remix of Butch's "Countach" is no exception! With poise and purpose like the Lamborghini of the same name, Kölsch takes us on an epic journey with his remix here, but as things progress he still has the foresight to jams on the brakes, keeping the dance floor honest by slowing things down to cruise control for the middle of his ride. What a trip, a true adventure, a techno road movie that could only come from Kölsch! Of course, after a remix like that, there's not much left to say but this is techno and our man Butch is anything but normal! He just knows instinctively how to bring things to the boil and demonstrates it very impressively again on his original version. Implementing a 'nasty' arpeggio line that captivates us before being hunted down by a prime-time filter, Butch summons up an acid monster that works without a 303 but is no less effective. If that's not enough Butch also proves himself a master of ecstatic dance during the closing sections, serving up an emotional string arrangement that glimmers and shines. As a result, "Countach" with his nice fat strings becomes an instant dance floor catcher. It'll probably be very difficult to pick a favourite from these two mixes, which makes this cut even fatter! It's a great release brimming with pathos and full-on emotions.

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Gregor Tresher - (A1) Trident
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Gregor Tresher - (B2) Witchcraft
Tracklist: (A1) Gregor Tresher – Trident (DE-Q20-20-00039) (B1) Gregor Tresher – Pariah (DE-Q20-20-00040) (B2) Gregor Tresher – Witchcraft (DE-Q20-20-00041) Release Info: Dreaming of summer sun, dancefloor euphoria, Gregor Tresher‘s new “Trident“ release on Cocoon Recordings gives us a time, taking us on an epic voyage into the light. There are three contrasting cuts on offer here, each carrying his distinctive sound signature but each designed to accompany a different part of the journey. “Trident“ opens the set with a real sense of urgency, employing the kind of intro that draws party people to the dancefloor, like bees to honey. Smooth, seductive and hypnotic, it pulls at the heart strings as the tech house groove shifts effortlessly through the gears. The scattered melody at its heart rains down on us, drenching us in love and happiness - the perfect antidote for the travails of 2020. “Pariah“ takes it deeper and faster as rave signals sound the arrival of a techno behemoth. The arrangement gradually expands into an intricate sonic tapestry through a perceptive use of fades and drops that expertly control the dance floor, while inducing a state of trance through its dervish-like intensity. Once again, additional layers of percussion appear at exactly the right moment to elevate proceedings to the next level. Finally, Gregor works his magic on “Witchcraft“. Fluctuating between snaking rhythms and blissed-out breakdowns that repeatedly wash over us. The retro, arp-driven synth melodies entwine with the bassline to simulate a sense of weightlessness as the sounds expand and contract to great effect. Like “Trident“, “Witchcraft“ is a track where you can lose yourself and then suddenly find yourself again, in a crowd of like-minded, smiling faces. Hearing any cut from this EP on a thumping system will definitely be worth the wait.

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Release-Date:06.12.2019
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Neil Landstrumm - Sun Universe (DE-Q20-19-01890)
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Neil Landstrumm - Purple (DE-Q20-19-01891)
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Neil Landstrumm - Catnatized (DE-Q20-19-01892)
Tracklist: (A1) Neil Landstrumm – Sun Universe (DE-Q20-19-01890) (B1) Neil Landstrumm – Purple (DE-Q20-19-01891) (B2) Neil Landstrumm – Catnatized (DE-Q20-19-01892) Release Info: Hot on the heels of “Flesh Is A Prison” - the quirky, electronic wonderland he contributed to Cocoon’s phenomenal S compilation - the multi-talented Neil Landstrumm consolidates his position on the label roster with a debut 3-track EP that channels the uncompromising spirit of seminal UK labels like Network, Warp and Vinyl Solution. It’s clear from the first few seconds of “Sun Universe” that we‘re being transported back to 90‘s UK rave culture at a point where rave, jungle and house were mutating into speed garage. Ruffness abounds as stuttering snare rolls accompany the rude boy bass, ragga samples and classic ‘hoover’ synth riff, while peripheral sounds circle the groove adding a contemporary twist. Staying true to the times, the arrangement plays it straight, alternating between two distinct structures - one labelled ‘jump up’ and the other ‘spread out’! These timely juxtapositions of mood alone mean the track will blow up on any dance floor. “Purple” continues in a similar vein, with a phat, warping bass line underpinning the blunted beats and dusty bleeps. Landstrumm rides the mix in classic old school style, cutting up the linear arrangement with sudden unexpected deviations, alternative rhythms and layered melodies that lend a hidden complexity to the relentless groove. There’s a different energy at work here, one that flies in the face of certain overcooked, modern production techniques, finding more in common with a raw, vintage Carl Cox three deck mix tape, circa 1989. To round things off, “Catnatized” drops the tempo for a slab of grimy, acid funk that recalls the early excursions of Sheffield’s electronic pioneers, with a hint of embryonic Amsterdam House thrown in for good measure. Once again the bass line grabs the headlines, rasping and morphing in its own peculiar language while twisted vocals tease the dance floor with the logic of the absurd. It’s another refreshingly unique statement from Neil Landstrumm, rounding off a ‘must have’ EP that fits perfectly with the Cocoon ethos of championing the presence of the past.

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Michael Klein - Yuzu (DE-Q20-19-01888)
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Michael Klein - Eureka (DE-Q20-19-01889)
Tracklist: (A1) Michael Klein – Yuzu (DE-Q20-19-01888) (B1) Michael Klein – Eureka (DE-Q20-19-01889) A home grown product of the Frankfurt electronic scene, it’s only right that Michael Klein should find his way to Cocoon Recordings. After a string of releases on BLK DRP, Second State and Micro.fon, together with a DJ schedule that’s established him as a well known face on the European techno circuit, destiny has come knocking and the result is a two track EP that will blow the roof off even the most sturdy of clubs. Thunder clouds gather on “Yuzu“ - a full-on dose of headstrong, slamming techno. Rampant hi hats, a rasping bass and a frenzied acid riff conjure up a deliberately disorientating electric storm that takes a certain amount of pleasure in battering the dance floor like a force ten gale. Plastik snare rolls dominate the breakdowns and whip-crack percussion prolong the audio beatings being dished out on this ‘next generation’ acid-techno. Klein adds some extra bounce to the raw, pounding beats on “Eureka“, creating a cavernous backdrop that transports you back to the heyday of E-Werk. Then, it’s all aboard the night train as the sounds gradually morph into some kind of demonic locomotive, hissing and spitting out fire and smoke as it cuts a path through the darkness, hurtling full throttle into the abyss where atmospheric tempo changes to the main motif add an extra dimension of mayhem to proceedings. Warning! Like a surfer waiting for the seventh wave you either rise to the occasion, get on top of these tracks and ride them ecstatically to the shore or you’re gonna find yourself crushed by the relentless power and energy of Michael Klein’s music... and that’s just the way we like it.

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Apir & Justin Marchacos - Holocene
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Apir & Justin Marchacos - The Fifth
With another surefire fire hit in the works, Cocoon Recordings demonstrates once again it's got the stuff that keeps us coming back for more. Release Info Tracklist: (A1) Apir & Justin Marchacos - Holocene (B1) Apir & Justin Marchacos - The Fifth With another surefire fire hit in the works, Cocoon Recordings demonstrates once again it's got the stuff that keeps us coming back for more. The Italian writer Italo Calvino described melancholy as "sadness that has taken on lightness", an idea that perfectly encapsulates the emotional pull and insatiable drive of top notch melodic techno. "Holocene" by Apir & Justin Marchacos is just that, an electronic soundscape of epic proportions, built for a huge soundsystem and best experienced under cover of a warm, balmy summer night. Executed with poise, precision and restraint, this expanding mosaic of sound has a classy musical sensibility at it's heart in the form of a haunting piano part. While the rolling beats, morphing hook lines and seductive breakdowns take the listener to the brink but never let go. Keeping that in mind, it's no surprise to find out that Apir is actually the alter ego of Tim Green whose decade long relationship with Cocoon Recordings culminated with last year's acclaimed "Her Future Ghost" LP. Here, together with New York freshman Justin Marchacos, he continues this rich vein of form onto the flip side as we're invited on another deep space exploration in the form of "The Fifth". A warm, percolating, arpeggiated bass line acts as the driving force on this stripped down excursion, while gentle automation lends a crackling neon glow to proceedings. It's a slow burning affair that peaks as gleaming hi hats slice through the darkness to reveal another mystical riff, dancing and flickering in the twilight.

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International Anything - Running In The Underwood (DE-Q20-19-01825)
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International Anything - Running In The Underwood (Michael Mayer Remix) (DE-Q20-19-01885)
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International Anything - See where you are (DE-Q20-19-01826)
Tracklist: (A1) International Anything – Running In The Underwood (DE-Q20-19-01825) (A2) International Anything – Running In The Underwood (Michael Mayer Remix) (DE-Q20-19-01885) (B1) International Anything – See where you are (DE-Q20-19-01826) Release Info: Cocoon Recordings has never been shy about pitching curve balls to the crowd. It also has an instinct for knowing what we want, even before we do! So here we are, with both these concepts in full effect in the form of International Anything’s „Running in the Underwood“. Markus Nikolai and Ole Schulte’s fledgling project has already featured on both Cocoon and Nikolai’s ubiquitous Perlon imprint and the Frankfurt/Berlin axis represented by these two heavyweight labels is perfectly encapsulated in this ‘summer anthem in the making’. Just like the recent „Disco Rout“ remix package, „Running in the Underwood“ channels the vibe of the early 2000s, one of the most creative and influential periods in German electronic dance music where some of the most influential genres momentarily converged. This release not only recaptures that moment but emboldens it with state of the art technology that lifts it to another level. The low slung, smoldering intro suggests producers supremely confident in what lies ahead. The track creates intensity and momentum with sparse machine funk allowing maximum space for the dusty electronics to perform their elegant gymnastics while the hypnotic, cut-up dada logic of the vocals worm their way into your mind. It’s a pleasure to welcome back the iconic Michael Mayer on remix duties, who turns in a peak time bomb with a significant amount of bounce to the ounce. Ring shifting electro beats slowly deconstruct into a booming 4/4 rhythm that carry the nervous staccato synths and surgically dissected vocal snippets forward. Mayer also let’s fly with a rampaging old school bass line that leads in and out of the swirling breakdowns for maximum dancefloor pressure. Safe to say it’s an entirely different trip that perfectly compliments the original, taking it into uncharted and totally unrestrained territory. „See Where You Are“ is another song based groove utilizing a loose, swaggering bass riff designed to disorientate and disrupt. Disobedient synth lines trip the light fantastic while the monotone vocals speak the language of the dance floor, creating a classic interplay between rhyme and rhythm. Over time, everything crystallizes into a more solid arrangement giving the track a deeper, more self-reflective atmosphere through its lavish analogue instrumentation. It’s a point that shouldn’t be overlooked, scratch below the obvious dance floor appeal of International Anything and you’ll find masterful sonic sculptures at work.

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Florian Hollerith - (A1) Perlas
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Florian Hollerith - (A2) Love Summer
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Florian Hollerith - (B1) Electro Indianer
Tracklist: (A1) Florian Hollerith - Perlas (DE-Q20-19-01843) (A2) Florian Hollerith - Love Summer (DE-Q20-19-01844) (B1) Florian Hollerith - Electro Indianer (DE-Q20-19-01845) Release Info: As a winemaker hailing from the Palatinate, Florian Hollerith understands a thing or two about vintage. It's something that also comes through when you sample his music - rich, full bodied with just the right level of acidity. 2018 was already a good year with Ohrenzirkus featuring on both Sven Väth's Sound of the 19th Season mix CD as well as this year's Dots and Pearls vol. 5 compilation. Florian certainly announced his arrival on the scene in style, so it's only fair that he gets the chance to demonstrate his full range of skills on his very own Cocoon Recordings release. 2019 however, has a darker, more complex flavour... Florian certainly knows a hookline when he finds one. On the EP's title track Perlas, he's working from the inside out with complex layers creating a vortex of sound. This dense sonic mesh is playful yet dangerous, with ethereal voices and jagged chants adding to the disorientation of the opening exchanges until the congas and skipping bassline give us something to hold onto. The dance floor melts under our feet as a raw, tripped out groove takes hold before the bass suddenly morphs into a brassy acid line that spreads its wings and soars. It's music for the headstrong, a celebration of the timeless tribal ceremonies that have come to define us. Love Summer adds a contemporary twist to the melodic joys that drenched the early nineties in pure ecstasy. The soulful vocals soothe the mind as horn stabs punctuate the sensual groove, generating power and passion in equal measures. It's a straightforward approach, revolving around a familiar yet eminently seductive riff that just keeps on rolling, propelled forward by the force of its own momentum. There's no need to fuss when you hit on a winning formula like this. More retro futurism abounds on Electro Indianer as arpeggiated bleeps usher in another vast, sprawling soundscape designed to induce a collective trance on the dance floor. Whistling, circular effects wash back and forth increasing the tension notch by notch as we're led deeper into the wormhole. Finally, the track deconstructs slightly, creating enough space for classic Casio-style bleeps and percussion to embellish a beautiful blissed out ending that trails off into the sun rise, as ancient Native American pipes pick out a haunting melody in the distance.

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Legowelt - Disco Rout (Tuff City Kids Remix)
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Legowelt - Disco Rout (Catz ‘N Dogz Remix)
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Legowelt - Disco Rout (Younger Rebinds Remix 2)
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Legowelt - Disco Rout (Original Mix)
Tracklist: (A1) Legowelt – Disco Rout (Tuff City Kids Remix) (DE-Q20-19-01883) (A2) Legowelt – Disco Rout (Catz ‘N Dogz Remix) (DE-Q20-19-01884) (B1) Legowelt – Disco Rout (Younger Rebinds Remix 2) (DE-Q20-19-01882) (B2) Legowelt – Disco Rout (Original Mix) (DE-Q20-02-00179) Release Info Occasionally the stars align to create something truly special. Well, without beating around the bush, that’s what we’ve got for you here. Not only a classic Legowelt hymn that’s ripe for a revisit but three quality remixers (Tuff City Kids, Catz 'N Dogz and Younger Rebinds aka Benny Rodrigues) turning in scandalously good remixes for Cocoon Recordings. Yes, we’re spoiling you...but you’re worth it! Disco Rout first surfaced in 2002. The electro revival that had ushered in the new millennium was in full swing and this was to prove a seminal tune, being voted track of the year by Groove magazine. As if to prove a point the bass line still grabs you the moment it drops, while the laser-guided melodies feel as relevant today as they ever did. Fusing the past with a neon future, Legowelt’s complex interwoven elements fit like a glove and the clarity of the mix makes everything seem effortless. Maybe that‘s why it’s such a fascinating track to revisit, having already been remixed over the years by the likes of Deetron, Johannes Heil and Freeform Five. Anyway, this current crop of remixes are equally top notch starting with Tuff City Kids who do what they do best, serving up an organic, conga driven workout complete with percolating synthetic percussion, cut up vocals and silky smooth choral pads. Warping and flanging the original riffs into an infectious, state-of-the-art revamp, they stay true to the retro vibe with added emphasis on the vocal hook for a more pronounced breakdown that briefly trips out before regrouping and taking flight once more. Following hot on their heels is a screamer from Catz ’N Dogz who drop the tempo slightly, layering a metallic cowbell motif over a tough, robotic disco groove that adds extra swagger to the bass line. The original parts gradually spiral into view, cranking up the pressure till we hit a solid state of euphoria that in turn, disintegrates into freaky alien chatter. There’s no let up though, as squawking synths lock on to the rhythm and everything evolves into a full-on percussive outro. So far, so fantastic. You would think there’s nowhere left to go after being blasted into outer space a couple of times already but we’re not done yet. Last but not least, Dutch master Benny Rodrigues aka ROD steps up under his Younger Rebinds alias with even more intensity than demonstrated on last year’s ‘Sound of Benny EP’ on Running Back. Picking apart the original with almost forensic attention to detail, he gives new life to each individual strand with an exhilarating mix that seems destined to leave its mark on dance floors around the globe throughout the summer and beyond. The second of his two remixes is included here, both having featured on a much sought after Cocoon Recordings limited edition white label. Remix two compliments the precision of the first with a more freestyle approach that’s in one hell of a rush to get going. The bass line rips through the mix, hihats scurry toward the cavernous, arpeggiated breakdown and we’re drenched in reverb as the synths dovetail dangerously, all the while paying homage to the hi-octane energy of the original. Rodriguez effortlessly toys with the crowd, frying the synapses and gorging on serotonin, as the mix motors relentlessly to its conclusion. The Disco Rout remix EP is a shameless riot of sound that succeeds in doing something very special - by staying true to Legowelt’s vision, the artists involved not only demonstrate their notable skills as remixers but reaffirm the quality of a classic and timeless piece of music.

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Cat-No:cor12164ltd
Release-Date:12.04.2019
Genre:House
Configuration:12" Excl
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Legowelt - Disco Rout (Younger Rebinds Remix 1)
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Legowelt - Disco Rout (Younger Rebinds Remix 2)
Limited hand stamped whitelabel. Tracklist: (A1) Legowelt – Disco Rout (Younger Rebinds Remix 1) (DE-Q20-19-01881) (B1) Legowelt – Disco Rout (Younger Rebinds Remix 2) (DE-Q20-19-01882) Release Info: Disco Rout first surfaced in 2002. The electro revival that had ushered in the new millennium was in full swing and this was to prove a seminal tune, being voted track of the year by Groove magazine. As if to prove a point the bass line still grabs you the moment it drops, while the laser-guided melodies feel as relevant today as they ever did. Now with this limited hand stamped whitelabel Dutch master Benny Rodriguez aka ROD steps up under his new Younger Rebinds alias with even more intensity than demonstrated on last year’s ‘Sound of Benny EP’ on Running Back. Picking apart the original with almost forensic attention to detail, he gives new life to each individual strand in the form of two exhilarating mixes that seem destined to leave their mark on dance floors around the globe for the foreseeable future. Remix one strips things down to the raw, dirty basics giving the phasing bass riff some real breathing space as the hook line slowly unfurls amid a flurry of filtered ADSR madness to create absolute havoc. A series of peaks and troughs ensue, as Rodriguez effortlessly toys with the crowd, frying the synapses and gorging on serotonin, as the mix motors relentlessly to its conclusion. Remix two replaces the precision of the first with a more freestyle approach that’s in one hell of a rush to get going. The bass line rips through the mix, hihats scurry toward the cavernous, arpeggiated breakdown and we’re drenched in reverb as the synths dovetail dangerously, paying homage to the hioctane energy of the original.

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Cat-No:cor12162
Release-Date:29.03.2019
Genre:Techno
Configuration:12" Excl
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Oliver Kapp - Mantash
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Oliver Kapp - Rapture
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Oliver Kapp - Loud Whisper
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Oliver Kapp - Sketch
Tracklist: (A1) Oliver Kapp – Mantash (DE-Q20-19-01839) (A2) Oliver Kapp – Rapture (DE-Q20-19-01840) (B1) Oliver Kapp – Loud Whisper (DE-Q20-19-01841) (B2) Oliver Kapp – Sketch (DE-Q20-19-01842) Release Info Seasoned producer Oliver Kapp takes us back to the glory days of underground techno where pounding sound systems ruptured the space time continuum for fun. The old guard will already know that Kapp has pedigree, from running and releasing on his own record labels Indulge and Raygun to a string of appearances on Stockholm LTD, Logistic and Gigolo, his dedication to the cause is unquestionable. Which is why his first appearance on Cocoon Recordings is long overdue. What we get are DJ friendly tools designed for that time of night when the the second hand stops ticking. Kapp presents a perfect collection of timeless warehouse techno, like the genre itself there are no beginnings or ends, just a constant barrage of hi octane machine funk, underpinned by heavy duty beats that somehow manage to induce a sense of weightlessness on the dance floor. Scaling down the bpms to a sub 130 tempo, the EP is a masterclass in how to balance the old school with the new. „Loud Whisper“ is both tough and relentless, generating an hypnotic state that ensnares the dancer in suspended animation as strobe lights flicker across closed eyelids. Scattered hihats motor forward and trance inducing sequences splice and dice causing mind and body to drift apart. „Mantash“ is an altogether gentler excursion. Loose tribal rhythms slalom through the metronomic kicks before giving way to distant chords that embrace the dancefloor in a warm fuzzy glow. This lush vibe extends over the rest of the track while the beats roll on, accompanied by delicate melodies that enhance the ride. Euphoria and delirium combine on the aptly titled „Rapture“, as chopped up vocal fx alternate across a hard hitting 909 pattern complete with angular snares and ride cymbals that bang the box into submission. The fluid, rolling grooves of „Sketch“ then conclude proceedings in a flurry of delayed percussion lines that skim the surface while pressure builds from below. Even at breaking point, Kapp never overcooks his arrangements, utilizing a carefully controlled combination of elements that evenly span the frequency range. Oliver Kapp‘s „Mantash“ EP on Cocoon Recordings signals a return to the roots of the scene. It’s an absolute must for all the purists out there.

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Cat-No:cor12161
Release-Date:01.03.2019
Genre:Techno
Configuration:12" Excl
Barcode:4251648410294
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Johannes Volk - Nevergreen
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Johannes Volk - Awareness
Following on from the "Tears and Walls" EP, his second release on Cocoon Recordings continues the tonal reference to the origins of techno in a highly unique style. Tracklist: (A1) Johannes Volk – Nevergreen (DE-Q20-19-01837) (B1) Johannes Volk – Awareness (DE-Q20-19-01838) Johannes Volk‘s career began in 2006 with a real bang. "The Mysteries Of Tharsis Montes" 12 inch debut from the vinyl collector was released by none other than techno virtuoso Jeff Mills on his Purpose of Mission 6277 label. A special accolade indeed, which proves Volk’s aesthetic connection to Detroit Techno, something he also demonstrates regularly on his own label Exploration Records. Following on from the "Tears and Walls" EP, his second release on Cocoon Recordings continues the tonal reference to the origins of techno in a highly unique style. "Nevergreen", with its driving sequencer synth, is a furious and mechanical workout with a harsh industrial vibe and unbelievable string textures that will shake the dance floor to its foundations. On the B-side "Awareness", Volk conjures up an unforgettably romantic soundscape without sacrificing any energy. After a solid minute, the foggy horizon opens up to one of those rare yet incredibly valuable moments, when you suddenly want to embrace the whole world from inside the club. With "Nevergreen" Cocoon Recordings presents an outstanding new 12" release to usher in 2019 and in doing so, sets a high standard for the coming year.

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Cat-No:cor12159
Release-Date:30.11.2018
Genre:Techno
Configuration:12" Excl
Barcode:4260544824807
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Pig&Dan - Reset Your Bassline (Dub)
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Pig&Dan - Lost Another Angel (Dub)
Tracklist: (A1) Pig&Dan – Reset Your Bassline (Dub) (DE-Q20-18-01773) (B1) Pig&Dan – Lost Another Angel (Dub) (DE-Q20-18-01774) Release Info: In keeping with the eagerly awaited start of their Odyssey event series at Fabric London, the two Mallorcans Pig&Dan return to their roots, namely Cocoon Recordings, where their 2005 debut "Oh Yeah" signalled the start of their success story. Nine years on from their last album release for the label ("Terminate", 2009), Dan Duncan and Igor Tchkotoua have lost none of their sixth sense for moving the crowd as this uncluttered yet devilishly effective dancefloor double header proves. "Reset Your Bassline" couldn‘t be more appropriately named, revealling itself over seven and a half adrenalin soaked minutes complete with a powerful, pumping bass and tightly programmed vocal samples (exclusively available on the digital release) alongside an instrumental dub. Already an indispensable addition to this autumn‘s set list, the flip side "Lost Another Angel" also delivers with a pure dose of afterhour bliss in both vocal and dub versions. It‘s a playful Balearic technodub with a canny sense for an unforgettable melody at sunrise, conjuring up broad smiles on glowing faces. Welcome back!

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Cat-No:cor12158
Release-Date:28.09.2018
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Kevin De Vries - Meraki
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Kevin De Vries & Weska - Sonorous
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Kevin De Vries - My Blurred Dream
Tracklist: (A1) Kevin De Vries - Meraki (DE-Q20-18-01754) (B1) Kevin De Vries & Weska - Sonorous (DE-Q20-18-01749) (B2) Kevin De Vries - My Blurred Dream (DE-Q20-18-01753) Release Info: Berlin producer Kevin De Vries has emerged as one of the capital's most hotly tipped newcomers since his track ”Eternity" appeared on Adam Beyer's Drumcode label in 2016. Besides such luminaries as Beyer, Sven Väth and Richie Hawtin, Tale Of Us have also recognised his talent, paying De Vries the compliment of featuring his track "Path To Immortality" on their Fabric 97 CD this year. If that’s not enough they’ve also given Kevin a place of honour on their very own Afterlife label compilation in the form of "Mágoa". Which brings us to the matter in hand. De Vries' debut for Cocoon is characterised by significantly higher levels of impulsive energy without ever losing sight of his instinctive feel for harmony. "Meraki" speckles shimmering harmonic textures over the structured bass end, reminiscent of sunlight reflecting on turbulent seas - absolutely perfect for dancing through long summer nights! "Sonorous" orchestrates a tropical heatwave before the cyclical after-hour techno of "My Blurred Dream" brilliantly rounds off this heavy duty 3-tracker.

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