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Third EP by Dutch avantgarde techno artist Stefan Vincent, including a Artefakt remix.
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More records from stefan vincent
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Stefan Vincent - Eyes Unclouded
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Stefan Vincent - Another Skin To Wear
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Stefan Vincent - Poise
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Stefan Vincent - Arpeggino
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Stefan Vincent - You Know This Isn't Going To End Well
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Stefan Vincent - Yonghegong Lama Temple Exit F
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Stefan Vincent - Anhedonic
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Stefan Vincent - 8AM On The Train To Work You Ask Me To Send You Something That Makes Me Happy (F
For Dutch artist Stefan Vincent, the feeling of melancholy also offers the opportunity for beauty to be found.
“Decay and loneliness can serve a purpose. Depression can teach you things. To feel deep sadness also means the ability to feel profound emotions.” he says. With this in mind, his debut album on MUSAR Recordings, “Post- Melancholy”, unpacks the twists and turns of grappling with this emotion, drawing from breaks, electro and IDM to make his most intricate work to date, after previous releases on Token, Dynamic Reflection, Symbolism, and Non-Series.
Throughout “Post-Melancholy” Vincent traces the wave of melancholy and how it moves through the body, which allows for lighter moments alongside darker moods. Perhaps the lightest track on the album is its acidic-breaks opener, “Eyes Unclouded”, with its soaring acid lines and dazzling synths, which acts as a false pretense for the rest of the album. Tracks like “Poise”, “Arpeggino” and the meditative “Yonghegong Lama Temple Exit F” also break up the intensity. However, nestled between the more pacey, bass-weighted tracks on the album, these lighter openings still feel like tear-jerkers.
The more common associations of melancholy show up on tracks like “Another Skin To Wear” and “You Know This Isn’t Going To End Well”, which all create a more ominous feel via IDM and the polyrhythmic structures of drum’n’bass. Particularly on “Another Skin To Wear”, which borrows its name from a Radiohead lyric, the track's swooping motion feels realistic to melancholy’s chaotic and often unpredictable path. But, like all great storytellers, Vincent leaves the most poignant moment of the album for last with the rolling “8AM on the Train… (For Maarten)” devoted to his dear friend, Maarten, who sadly passed away at the young age of 36.
This LP is dedicated to Maarten de Vries (1986-2022)
A1. Eyes Unclouded / 05:20
A2. Another Skin To Wear / 05:28
A3. Poise / 06:13
A4. Arpeggino / 05:15
B1. You Know This Isn't Going To End Well / 05:22
B2. Yonghegong Lama Temple Exit F / 05:38
B3. Anhedonic / 05:38
B4. 8AM On The Train To Work You Ask Me To Send You Something That Makes Me Happy (For Maarten) / 06:01 More
“Decay and loneliness can serve a purpose. Depression can teach you things. To feel deep sadness also means the ability to feel profound emotions.” he says. With this in mind, his debut album on MUSAR Recordings, “Post- Melancholy”, unpacks the twists and turns of grappling with this emotion, drawing from breaks, electro and IDM to make his most intricate work to date, after previous releases on Token, Dynamic Reflection, Symbolism, and Non-Series.
Throughout “Post-Melancholy” Vincent traces the wave of melancholy and how it moves through the body, which allows for lighter moments alongside darker moods. Perhaps the lightest track on the album is its acidic-breaks opener, “Eyes Unclouded”, with its soaring acid lines and dazzling synths, which acts as a false pretense for the rest of the album. Tracks like “Poise”, “Arpeggino” and the meditative “Yonghegong Lama Temple Exit F” also break up the intensity. However, nestled between the more pacey, bass-weighted tracks on the album, these lighter openings still feel like tear-jerkers.
The more common associations of melancholy show up on tracks like “Another Skin To Wear” and “You Know This Isn’t Going To End Well”, which all create a more ominous feel via IDM and the polyrhythmic structures of drum’n’bass. Particularly on “Another Skin To Wear”, which borrows its name from a Radiohead lyric, the track's swooping motion feels realistic to melancholy’s chaotic and often unpredictable path. But, like all great storytellers, Vincent leaves the most poignant moment of the album for last with the rolling “8AM on the Train… (For Maarten)” devoted to his dear friend, Maarten, who sadly passed away at the young age of 36.
This LP is dedicated to Maarten de Vries (1986-2022)
A1. Eyes Unclouded / 05:20
A2. Another Skin To Wear / 05:28
A3. Poise / 06:13
A4. Arpeggino / 05:15
B1. You Know This Isn't Going To End Well / 05:22
B2. Yonghegong Lama Temple Exit F / 05:38
B3. Anhedonic / 05:38
B4. 8AM On The Train To Work You Ask Me To Send You Something That Makes Me Happy (For Maarten) / 06:01 More
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Stefan Vincent - Mono No Aware
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Stefan Vincent - Agent of Distraction
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Stefan Vincent - Yonghegong Lama Temple Exit F
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Stefan Vincent - Yonghegong Lama Temple Exit F (Priori Remix)
Limited 12'' edition transparent crystal vinyl (150 copies) in a PVC sleeve with inner printed artwork.
Melancholy, the feeling, is often associated with darkness and deep depression. For
Dutch artist Stefan Vincent, within the experience of melancholy there’s beauty to be
found. “Decay and loneliness can serve a purpose. Depression can teach you things.
To feel deep sadness also means the ability to feel profound emotions.” he says.
For his debut on MUSAR Recordings, “Pre Melancholy” EP, Vincent channels these
notions of Melancholy into three tracks that draw on darker moods but also reflect
beauty in their intricacy and the atmospheres they create. This EP acts as a
precursor to his forthcoming album on MUSAR, “Post Melancholy” which is due in
September.
“Mono No Aware” and “Yonghegong Lama Temple Exit F” are both taken from the LP,
placed side by side with “Agent of Distraction”, an exclusive track from Vincent for
this EP only. We’re also pleased to have Montreal-based musician Priori on the remix
of “Yonghegong...”. His rework draws further emotion from that of Vincent’s by
slowing the pace and bringing delicate melodies to the forefront; it’s one for
introspection.
A1. Mono No Aware / 06:18
A2. Agent of Distraction / 05:08
B1. Yonghegong Lama Temple Exit F / 05:38
B2. Yonghegong Lama Temple Exit F (Priori Remix) / 05:44 More
Melancholy, the feeling, is often associated with darkness and deep depression. For
Dutch artist Stefan Vincent, within the experience of melancholy there’s beauty to be
found. “Decay and loneliness can serve a purpose. Depression can teach you things.
To feel deep sadness also means the ability to feel profound emotions.” he says.
For his debut on MUSAR Recordings, “Pre Melancholy” EP, Vincent channels these
notions of Melancholy into three tracks that draw on darker moods but also reflect
beauty in their intricacy and the atmospheres they create. This EP acts as a
precursor to his forthcoming album on MUSAR, “Post Melancholy” which is due in
September.
“Mono No Aware” and “Yonghegong Lama Temple Exit F” are both taken from the LP,
placed side by side with “Agent of Distraction”, an exclusive track from Vincent for
this EP only. We’re also pleased to have Montreal-based musician Priori on the remix
of “Yonghegong...”. His rework draws further emotion from that of Vincent’s by
slowing the pace and bringing delicate melodies to the forefront; it’s one for
introspection.
A1. Mono No Aware / 06:18
A2. Agent of Distraction / 05:08
B1. Yonghegong Lama Temple Exit F / 05:38
B2. Yonghegong Lama Temple Exit F (Priori Remix) / 05:44 More
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Stefan Vincent, - Welder
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Stefan Vincent, - Conflate Five
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Stefan Vincent, - Fool Me Again
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Stefan Vincent, - Conflate Four
We have got a stunning debut lined up for magical number 10. Amsterdam’s Stefan Vincent will release his first BALANS twelve by the end of April and we are really extremely excited to unleash these 4 gems into the world. Both Conflate Four and Five are about as trippy as it gets, reminding us of the golden 90’s era of psychedelic Detroit and Berlin techno. But with a distinct Dutch flavour off course, think Steve Rachmad under his Ignacio monniker. Washes of synth arps are getting all the room they need to breath, expand and contract thanks to the ultra minimalistic grooves of both tunes. Stefan showcases a different side of himself on ‘Fool Me Again’ and ‘Welder’. Two downtempo, electronic, ambient cuts. ‘Welder’ embraces futuristic synths and abstract, alienating sounddesign, while ‘Fool Me Again’ is Detroit melancholy at it’s best: try and not get goosebumps.
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Gabriel D’Or & Bordoy - SAW
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Pyramidal Decode - Gravity
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Uun - Seeking The End
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Szmer - SEQ3
Tracklisting
A1 Gabriel D’Or & Bordoy - SAW
A2 Pyramidal Decode - Gravity
B1 Uun - Seeking The End
B2 Szmer - SEQ3
Sales Note
On this fifth and final instalment of the Time Crystals series, Gabriel D'Or & Bordoy (GBD) takes the first turn with a fierce track, fittingly called "Saw"; its driving fundament alternated with rousing synths. Pyramidal Decode's second track provides a break from the four to the flour patterns, before handing over to old friend of the label UUN, whose "Seeking the End" is a true peak time banger.
Polish Szmer has the honor to provide not only this EP's last track but also for this entire series. He does so in the form of "SEQ3", a track that embodies what Dynamic Reflections 15-year discography stands for in the first place: artists from all corners of the world, young and old, respecting what generations before them have built up while turning it into something new.
Eye of Agamotto is part of Dynamic Reflection's 15 year anniversary celebration: Time Crystals. This is the last of the five EP's. Own all five and an all new, visual piece of art will appear. More
A1 Gabriel D’Or & Bordoy - SAW
A2 Pyramidal Decode - Gravity
B1 Uun - Seeking The End
B2 Szmer - SEQ3
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On this fifth and final instalment of the Time Crystals series, Gabriel D'Or & Bordoy (GBD) takes the first turn with a fierce track, fittingly called "Saw"; its driving fundament alternated with rousing synths. Pyramidal Decode's second track provides a break from the four to the flour patterns, before handing over to old friend of the label UUN, whose "Seeking the End" is a true peak time banger.
Polish Szmer has the honor to provide not only this EP's last track but also for this entire series. He does so in the form of "SEQ3", a track that embodies what Dynamic Reflections 15-year discography stands for in the first place: artists from all corners of the world, young and old, respecting what generations before them have built up while turning it into something new.
Eye of Agamotto is part of Dynamic Reflection's 15 year anniversary celebration: Time Crystals. This is the last of the five EP's. Own all five and an all new, visual piece of art will appear. More
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Troy - Yann
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Svarog & Ma-Gooch - Spaces
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Luigi Tozzi - Haboob
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Jonas Körbl - Primal Grade
Tracklisting:
A1 Troy - Yann
A2 Svarog & Ma-Gooch - Spaces
B1 Luigi Tozzi - Haboob
B2 Jonas Körbl - Primal Grade
Sales Note
This fourth EP in the Time Crystals series sees Troy returning to the label with a low-key driver, carried by sharp percussion and filtered chords that keep the attention locked in before Ukrainian Svarog and Ma-gooch take over, delivering their signature sound - evolving pads, dreamy soundscapes - resulting in yet another beautiful early hours piece of music.
Wonderchild Luigi Tozzi proves once again that he is a master at blending ambient-influences with dubby atmospheres, resulting in music that fits both dancefloors and living rooms. For the EP's forth track Jonas Korbl, who you might remember from his debut album in 2017 on Dynamic Reflection LTD, combines energetic percussion patterns and synth rhythms.
His Primal Grade is a seemingly perfect successor to Tozzi's Haboob, as both artists obviously take pride in their carefully arranged and modestly performed pieces of techno.
Equilibrium is part of Dynamic Reflection's 15 year anniversary celebration: Time Crystals. This is the fourth of five EP's. Own all five and an all new, visual piece of art will appear. More
A1 Troy - Yann
A2 Svarog & Ma-Gooch - Spaces
B1 Luigi Tozzi - Haboob
B2 Jonas Körbl - Primal Grade
Sales Note
This fourth EP in the Time Crystals series sees Troy returning to the label with a low-key driver, carried by sharp percussion and filtered chords that keep the attention locked in before Ukrainian Svarog and Ma-gooch take over, delivering their signature sound - evolving pads, dreamy soundscapes - resulting in yet another beautiful early hours piece of music.
Wonderchild Luigi Tozzi proves once again that he is a master at blending ambient-influences with dubby atmospheres, resulting in music that fits both dancefloors and living rooms. For the EP's forth track Jonas Korbl, who you might remember from his debut album in 2017 on Dynamic Reflection LTD, combines energetic percussion patterns and synth rhythms.
His Primal Grade is a seemingly perfect successor to Tozzi's Haboob, as both artists obviously take pride in their carefully arranged and modestly performed pieces of techno.
Equilibrium is part of Dynamic Reflection's 15 year anniversary celebration: Time Crystals. This is the fourth of five EP's. Own all five and an all new, visual piece of art will appear. More
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Oscar Mulero - Colonia Dignidad
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Fixeer - OTR
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Nørbak - Your Heroes May Fail You
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Vladw - Saya
Tracklisting:
A1 Oscar Mulero - Colonia Dignidad
A2 Fixeer - OTR
B1 Nørbak - Your Heroes May Fail You
B2 Vladw - Saya
Sales Note
On Quantum Realm, Oscar Mulero sets the bar high as per usual, dropping an uptempo but minimalistic cut. The second track is one from Fixeer, a familiar face of Dynamic Reflection. His contribution is the kind of slumbering track that will fit the moments before getting to peak time perfectly.
Taking over is Norbak, the Portugese youngster that has earned himself a reputation for slaying dancefloors with both his dj-sets and productions alike and his track 'Your Heroes May Fail You' is no exception. Lastly, Vladw provides the last track and the perfect closing of this EP. A lower beats per minute, some added ambience and spacious background noise make for the perfect outro.
Quantum Realm is part of Dynamic Reflection's 15 year anniversary celebration: Time Crystals. This is the third of five EP's. Own all five and an all new, visual piece of art will appear. More
A1 Oscar Mulero - Colonia Dignidad
A2 Fixeer - OTR
B1 Nørbak - Your Heroes May Fail You
B2 Vladw - Saya
Sales Note
On Quantum Realm, Oscar Mulero sets the bar high as per usual, dropping an uptempo but minimalistic cut. The second track is one from Fixeer, a familiar face of Dynamic Reflection. His contribution is the kind of slumbering track that will fit the moments before getting to peak time perfectly.
Taking over is Norbak, the Portugese youngster that has earned himself a reputation for slaying dancefloors with both his dj-sets and productions alike and his track 'Your Heroes May Fail You' is no exception. Lastly, Vladw provides the last track and the perfect closing of this EP. A lower beats per minute, some added ambience and spacious background noise make for the perfect outro.
Quantum Realm is part of Dynamic Reflection's 15 year anniversary celebration: Time Crystals. This is the third of five EP's. Own all five and an all new, visual piece of art will appear. More
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Function - Give Thanks To The Sun
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Viels - Fragile
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Abstract Division - Convolution
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DOM - Oye
Tracklisting:
A1 Function - Give Thanks To The Sun
A2 Viels - Fragile
B1 Abstract Division - Convolution
B2 DOM - Oye
Sales Note
The second release of Dynamic Reflection's Time Crystals series explores the deeper end of the musical spectrum somewhat. Function's opening track delivers almost ten minutes of downtempo modulations before Viels' Fragile kicks in: punchy, gritty and dancefloor oriented.
Dynamic Reflection head honchos and curators Abstract Division give a 'less is more' college with Convolution, keeping tension high at all times without ever dropping the kick for more than a couple of beats. The closing track sees Ben Buitendijk, Shoal and Vand collaborating under their DOM moniker for this special occasion, delivering a piece of trippy and stubborn techno.
Quantum Realm is part of Dynamic Reflection's 15 year anniversary celebration: Time Crystals. This is the second of five EP's. Own all five and an all new, visual piece of art will appear. More
A1 Function - Give Thanks To The Sun
A2 Viels - Fragile
B1 Abstract Division - Convolution
B2 DOM - Oye
Sales Note
The second release of Dynamic Reflection's Time Crystals series explores the deeper end of the musical spectrum somewhat. Function's opening track delivers almost ten minutes of downtempo modulations before Viels' Fragile kicks in: punchy, gritty and dancefloor oriented.
Dynamic Reflection head honchos and curators Abstract Division give a 'less is more' college with Convolution, keeping tension high at all times without ever dropping the kick for more than a couple of beats. The closing track sees Ben Buitendijk, Shoal and Vand collaborating under their DOM moniker for this special occasion, delivering a piece of trippy and stubborn techno.
Quantum Realm is part of Dynamic Reflection's 15 year anniversary celebration: Time Crystals. This is the second of five EP's. Own all five and an all new, visual piece of art will appear. More
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Matrixxman - Sinister
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Audio Units - Cosmic Labyrinth
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Jeroen Search - Gateway
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Hitam - Blixx Charm
green marbled vinyl / printed sleeve
Tracklisting
A1 Matrixxman - Sinister
A2 Audio Units - Cosmic Labyrinth
B1 Jeroen Search - Gateway
B2 Hitam - Blixx Charm More
Tracklisting
A1 Matrixxman - Sinister
A2 Audio Units - Cosmic Labyrinth
B1 Jeroen Search - Gateway
B2 Hitam - Blixx Charm More
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Abstract Division - Open Your Soul (Ø Phase Extended Dub Remix)
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Abstract Division - Mind over Matter (ADIEL remix)
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Abstract Division - Alpha State (Viels remix)
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Abstract Division - Echo Chamber (Svarog remix)
printed sleeve / marbled vinyl
Tracklisting:
A1 Abstract Division - Open Your Soul (Ø Phase Extended Dub Remix)
A2 Abstract Division - Mind over Matter (ADIEL remix)
B1 Abstract Division - Alpha State (Viels remix)
B2 Abstract Division - Echo Chamber (Svarog remix)
Sales Note:
On Part 2 you will find remixes from Ø Phase, Adiel and label residents Viels & Svarog on the 12" added by two Digital Bonus tracks bij Polygonia and Szmer. More
Tracklisting:
A1 Abstract Division - Open Your Soul (Ø Phase Extended Dub Remix)
A2 Abstract Division - Mind over Matter (ADIEL remix)
B1 Abstract Division - Alpha State (Viels remix)
B2 Abstract Division - Echo Chamber (Svarog remix)
Sales Note:
On Part 2 you will find remixes from Ø Phase, Adiel and label residents Viels & Svarog on the 12" added by two Digital Bonus tracks bij Polygonia and Szmer. More
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Abstract Division - Perception is Reality (DJ Nobu remix)
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Abstract Division - A Surreal Odyssey (Fixeer remix)
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Abstract Division - Don't Fall Asleep (Rrose remix)
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Abstract Division - Nightfall (Jeroen Search remix)
printed sleeve / marbled vinyl
Tracklisting:
A1 Abstract Division - Perception is Reality (DJ Nobu remix)
A2 Abstract Division - A Surreal Odyssey (Fixeer remix)
B1 Abstract Division - Don't Fall Asleep (Rrose remix)
B2 Abstract Division - Nightfall (Jeroen Search remix)
Sales Note
After the success of their first full length album Midnight Ensemble, it's now time for a massive remixpack divided in 2 EP's; Part 1 followed by Part 2 (which will be follow soon after this).
The Dynamic duo asked some of their close friends, label residents and inspirators to rework all of the tracks taken from the original album.
On Part 1 you will find remixes from DJ Nobu, Rrose, Jeroen Search on the 12" added by 2 Digital Bonus tracks bij Pyramidal Decode and Hitam.
Expect a diverse range of techno cuts and ambient drones as you are used to
from Dynamic Reflection. More
Tracklisting:
A1 Abstract Division - Perception is Reality (DJ Nobu remix)
A2 Abstract Division - A Surreal Odyssey (Fixeer remix)
B1 Abstract Division - Don't Fall Asleep (Rrose remix)
B2 Abstract Division - Nightfall (Jeroen Search remix)
Sales Note
After the success of their first full length album Midnight Ensemble, it's now time for a massive remixpack divided in 2 EP's; Part 1 followed by Part 2 (which will be follow soon after this).
The Dynamic duo asked some of their close friends, label residents and inspirators to rework all of the tracks taken from the original album.
On Part 1 you will find remixes from DJ Nobu, Rrose, Jeroen Search on the 12" added by 2 Digital Bonus tracks bij Pyramidal Decode and Hitam.
Expect a diverse range of techno cuts and ambient drones as you are used to
from Dynamic Reflection. More
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Viels - Distorted Realities
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Viels - Lives Circle
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Viels - Eracly
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Viels - Dual Borg
purple marbled vinyl / printed sleeve
Tracklisting:
A1 Viels - Distorted Realities
A2 Viels - Lives Circle
B1 Viels - Eracly
B2 Viels - Dual Borg
Sales Note:
After the success of his Pure Coincidence EP in 2020 it's finally time for the return of our Italian wonderboy Viels with a bangin' new EP, called "Distorted Reality EP".
Delivering 4 proper club bangers made to set every dancefloor on fire. His drums and his mind can be distorted sometimes, but his visions are clear and could slowly become reality. His sound can be dystopic, but still filled with energetic patterns which are constantly evolving. This man is making moves and we are thrilled to have him back on the label again.
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Tracklisting:
A1 Viels - Distorted Realities
A2 Viels - Lives Circle
B1 Viels - Eracly
B2 Viels - Dual Borg
Sales Note:
After the success of his Pure Coincidence EP in 2020 it's finally time for the return of our Italian wonderboy Viels with a bangin' new EP, called "Distorted Reality EP".
Delivering 4 proper club bangers made to set every dancefloor on fire. His drums and his mind can be distorted sometimes, but his visions are clear and could slowly become reality. His sound can be dystopic, but still filled with energetic patterns which are constantly evolving. This man is making moves and we are thrilled to have him back on the label again.
Make sure you play this loud! More
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Abstract Division - Empty Floor
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Abstract Division - Nightfall
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Abstract Division - Open Your Soul
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Abstract Division - A Surreal Odyssey
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Abstract Division - Mind Over Matter
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Abstract Division - Don't Fall Asleep
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Abstract Division - Alpha State
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Abstract Division - Dissolute
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Abstract Division - Perception Is Reality
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Abstract Division - Echo Chamber
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Abstract Division - Graveyard Shift
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Abstract Division - Solar Return
Tracklisting:
A1 Abstract Division - Empty Floor
A2 Abstract Division - Nightfall
A3 Abstract Division - Open Your Soul
B1 Abstract Division - A Surreal Odyssey
B2 Abstract Division - Mind Over Matter
B3 Abstract Division - Don't Fall Asleep
C1 Abstract Division - Alpha State
C2 Abstract Division - Dissolute
C3 Abstract Division - Perception Is Reality
D1 Abstract Division - Echo Chamber
D2 Abstract Division - Graveyard Shift
D3 Abstract Division - Solar Return
Release Note:
When two musicians intensively work together for a period of time, at some point the whole becomes greater than the sum of its parts. If Paul Boex and Dave Miller hadn't already reached that status under their Abstract Division moniker, they certainly have now, with the release of Midnight Ensemble, their first full length album.
Those who have followed the duo since their early days of playing dj-sets together, know that it's hard to define their style anywhere beyond techno or even electronic music, as it is ever evolving and always dependent on the time of the day or night. When listening to this album, the resemblance between their unpredictable selection behind the decks and the eclectic range of subgenres on this album is more obvious than ever before. Midnight Ensemble could be interpreted as an ode to nightlife; a reminiscence of all that happens between dusk and dawn, captured and compressed into about one hour of music. An hour in which they so delicately time their changing of styles and tempos, always reading the room and always being one step ahead of the crowd.
This album is a reflection of that skill, starting its journey with soothing, moodsetting ambient, followed by timeless pieces of Detroit and dubtechno. A daring electro cut providing a refreshing break from the four to the floor tradition, only to be followed by the stripped down sound the duo is so comfortable with.
The final minutes consist of experimental breaks, one last banger to pull out the last bits of energy that is left and a beautiful outro, which concludes the allnighter vibe. There are no open endings, it doesn't make you want to stay in the dark forever. Rather it makes you want to close your eyes one last time before walking outside to see the sun come up again before going home, overwhelmed and satisfied. More
A1 Abstract Division - Empty Floor
A2 Abstract Division - Nightfall
A3 Abstract Division - Open Your Soul
B1 Abstract Division - A Surreal Odyssey
B2 Abstract Division - Mind Over Matter
B3 Abstract Division - Don't Fall Asleep
C1 Abstract Division - Alpha State
C2 Abstract Division - Dissolute
C3 Abstract Division - Perception Is Reality
D1 Abstract Division - Echo Chamber
D2 Abstract Division - Graveyard Shift
D3 Abstract Division - Solar Return
Release Note:
When two musicians intensively work together for a period of time, at some point the whole becomes greater than the sum of its parts. If Paul Boex and Dave Miller hadn't already reached that status under their Abstract Division moniker, they certainly have now, with the release of Midnight Ensemble, their first full length album.
Those who have followed the duo since their early days of playing dj-sets together, know that it's hard to define their style anywhere beyond techno or even electronic music, as it is ever evolving and always dependent on the time of the day or night. When listening to this album, the resemblance between their unpredictable selection behind the decks and the eclectic range of subgenres on this album is more obvious than ever before. Midnight Ensemble could be interpreted as an ode to nightlife; a reminiscence of all that happens between dusk and dawn, captured and compressed into about one hour of music. An hour in which they so delicately time their changing of styles and tempos, always reading the room and always being one step ahead of the crowd.
This album is a reflection of that skill, starting its journey with soothing, moodsetting ambient, followed by timeless pieces of Detroit and dubtechno. A daring electro cut providing a refreshing break from the four to the floor tradition, only to be followed by the stripped down sound the duo is so comfortable with.
The final minutes consist of experimental breaks, one last banger to pull out the last bits of energy that is left and a beautiful outro, which concludes the allnighter vibe. There are no open endings, it doesn't make you want to stay in the dark forever. Rather it makes you want to close your eyes one last time before walking outside to see the sun come up again before going home, overwhelmed and satisfied. More
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Abstract Division - A1 Emergence
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Abstract Division - A2 Emergence (Anthony Linell remix)
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Abstract Division - B1 Discharge
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Abstract Division - B2 Polarise
Tracklist
A1 Abstract Division - Emergence
A2 Abstract Division - Emergence (Anthony Linell remix)
B1 Abstract Division - Discharge
B2 Abstract Division - Polarise
Release Note
A little more than 2 years ago, labelhead honchos Paul & Dave released their "Nobody is Anywhere EP" on their own imprint Dynamic Reflection. It was a statement about the status quo in the techno scene back then, where many artists didn't know which way to go. Ironically enough, the contrary is very true as we speak.
The "Anybody is Nowhere EP" responds to their previous work and reflects the uncomfortable time we are currently living in, driven by uncertainty. Even though these are not the happiest thoughts, the track titles show that there is hope left. "Emergence" is a very seductive but psychedelic trip towards "Discharge", which feels like Abstract Division discharges themselves completely. The last track, "Polarise" points out the current divided society, which sets some doubtful thoughts about the future.
Scandinavian rebel and Northern Electronics patron Anthony Linell provides his interpretation of the track "Emergence" and delivers a distinctive remix as only he can.
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A1 Abstract Division - Emergence
A2 Abstract Division - Emergence (Anthony Linell remix)
B1 Abstract Division - Discharge
B2 Abstract Division - Polarise
Release Note
A little more than 2 years ago, labelhead honchos Paul & Dave released their "Nobody is Anywhere EP" on their own imprint Dynamic Reflection. It was a statement about the status quo in the techno scene back then, where many artists didn't know which way to go. Ironically enough, the contrary is very true as we speak.
The "Anybody is Nowhere EP" responds to their previous work and reflects the uncomfortable time we are currently living in, driven by uncertainty. Even though these are not the happiest thoughts, the track titles show that there is hope left. "Emergence" is a very seductive but psychedelic trip towards "Discharge", which feels like Abstract Division discharges themselves completely. The last track, "Polarise" points out the current divided society, which sets some doubtful thoughts about the future.
Scandinavian rebel and Northern Electronics patron Anthony Linell provides his interpretation of the track "Emergence" and delivers a distinctive remix as only he can.
Close your eyes and dive deep into the rabbit hole with us. More
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Viels - No Title
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Viels - No Title
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Viels - No Title
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Viels - No Title
After his "Distrophism" and "Sinua" EP's. Viels became a close member of the Dynamic Reflection family. This multitalent showed that he's here to stay and will bring us a lot more in the future. Meanwhile other respected labels as Semantica & Non Series confirmed this by releasing his music as well. With his intelligent trippy driving techno sound he delivers yet another 5 track EP (of which 4 appear on this vinyl) called "Pure Coincidence EP" including a hypnotising Neel remix.
All in all another banger from this Milanese wonderboy. More
All in all another banger from this Milanese wonderboy. More
The Dynamic Reflection Limited-series returns with the release of "The Empty House on the Left", by Linear Search. A full album sprung from the exciting collaboration between techno veterans Linear Straight & Jeroen Search. Drawing from their immense collective experience, it's absolutely no surprise that this Belgian-Dutch power-duo have delivered an absolute monument for the minimalistic yet rich techno sound both producers are so well know known for.
The full fourteen track "The Empty House on the Left" digital album is exclusively available with the purchase of the limited edition vinyl-only four track sampler EP. More
The full fourteen track "The Empty House on the Left" digital album is exclusively available with the purchase of the limited edition vinyl-only four track sampler EP. More
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Abstract Division - Keyboard Warriors
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Abstract Division - Fear of Loneliness
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Abstract Division - Lost Souls
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Abstract Division - Nobody is Anywhere
August 23rd, 2019 marks the return of label heads Abstract Division to their own imprint with a new EP. It has been 2 years since Abstract Division released a new solo EP on DREF and it was worth the wait.
"Nobody is Anywhere EP" showcases their sentiment about the contemporary techno scene. They feel that the current developments in the techno scene have left a lot of artists out of their comfort zone.
Abstract Division manages to combine their thoughts with various sound aspects that represent their sentiment. This results in multiple quality tracks with titles that speak for themselves. Let the EP sink in. More
"Nobody is Anywhere EP" showcases their sentiment about the contemporary techno scene. They feel that the current developments in the techno scene have left a lot of artists out of their comfort zone.
Abstract Division manages to combine their thoughts with various sound aspects that represent their sentiment. This results in multiple quality tracks with titles that speak for themselves. Let the EP sink in. More
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Deepbass - No Title
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Deepbass - No Title
The "Night Without Stars EP" marks the long-awaited solo return to Dynamic Relfection for Deepbass. Drenched in his driving but melodic signature style, Deepbass delivers a two-piece killer cut, ready to transport its listeners to a dark spaced-out world beyond. Topped off by a tripping remix by fellow Glaswegian Edit-Select, this fiery EP is sure to light up even the darkest nights.
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Wrong Assessment - No Title
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Wrong Assessment - No Title
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Wrong Assessment - No Title
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Wrong Assessment - No Title
Italian boss Wrong Assessment makes his Dynamic Reflection appearance with this 4-track EP including a Shifted remix of the title track.
You can hear the years of experience is in this well-produced and strongly written EP. The balance between the rolling drums and the uplifting percussion are capable of bringing listeners into a certain state of mind. The warm and melodic synths fit perfectly into many layers of each track, while Shifted gives it a more dark approach on remix duties.
Wrong Assessment manages to combine the label's vision and sound authentic and refreshing at the same time, causing him to stand out with this 40th EP on Dynamic Reflection. More
You can hear the years of experience is in this well-produced and strongly written EP. The balance between the rolling drums and the uplifting percussion are capable of bringing listeners into a certain state of mind. The warm and melodic synths fit perfectly into many layers of each track, while Shifted gives it a more dark approach on remix duties.
Wrong Assessment manages to combine the label's vision and sound authentic and refreshing at the same time, causing him to stand out with this 40th EP on Dynamic Reflection. More
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d. dozzy & mike parker/ deepbass & ness/ - No Title
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d. dozzy & mike parker/ deepbass & ness/ - No Title
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d. dozzy & mike parker/ deepbass & ness/ - No Title
Marking its ten-year anniversary Dynamic Reflection is set to release Continuum, a collection of five uniquely intertwined EP's. The special series commemorates the label's roots, evolution and establishment and honors its residents and friends. The Continuum-series will feature twenty exclusive tracks. The EP's Sonos, Magno Hyacinthum, Fluctus, Luna Frigus and Terra Nova are planned as part of Continuum. Individually each will pay tribute to four distinct artists that have inspired and shaped the sound of Dynamic Reflection. Collectively they become the articulation of a decade of techno.
Featuring tracks from Donato Dozzy & Mike Parker, Abstract Division, Deepbass & Ness and Ben Buitendijk, Fluctus represents the third planet in the Continuum-constellation, consisting of five exclusive releases in celebration on the 10th anniversary of Dynamic Reflection. More
Featuring tracks from Donato Dozzy & Mike Parker, Abstract Division, Deepbass & Ness and Ben Buitendijk, Fluctus represents the third planet in the Continuum-constellation, consisting of five exclusive releases in celebration on the 10th anniversary of Dynamic Reflection. More
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Shlømo / VRIL / Luigi Tozzi / Delta Funk - No Title
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Shlømo / VRIL / Luigi Tozzi / Delta Funk - No Title
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Shlømo / VRIL / Luigi Tozzi / Delta Funk - No Title
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Shlømo / VRIL / Luigi Tozzi / Delta Funk - No Title
Marking its ten-year anniversary Dynamic Reflection is set to release Continuum, a collection of five uniquely intertwined EP's. The special series commemorates the label's roots, evolution and establishment and honors its residents and friends. The Continuum-series will feature twenty exclusive tracks. The EP's Sonos, Magno Hyacinthum, Fluctus, Luna Frigus and Terra Nova are planned as part of Continuum. Individually each will pay tribute to four distinct artists that have inspired and shaped the sound of Dynamic Reflection. Collectively they become the articulation of a decade of techno.
Featuring tracks from Shomo, VRIL, Luigi Tozzi and Delta Funktionen, Sonos represents the third planet in the Continuum-constellation, consisting of five exclusive releases in celebration on the 10th anniversary of Dynamic Reflection. More
Featuring tracks from Shomo, VRIL, Luigi Tozzi and Delta Funktionen, Sonos represents the third planet in the Continuum-constellation, consisting of five exclusive releases in celebration on the 10th anniversary of Dynamic Reflection. More
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shifted/ matrixxman/ keith carnal/ viels - No Title
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shifted/ matrixxman/ keith carnal/ viels - No Title
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shifted/ matrixxman/ keith carnal/ viels - No Title
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shifted/ matrixxman/ keith carnal/ viels - No Title
Marking its ten-year anniversary Dynamic Reflection is set to release Continuum, a collection of five uniquely intertwined EP's. The special series commemorates the label's roots, evolution and establishment and honors its residents and friends. The Continuum-series will feature twenty exclusive tracks. The EP's Sonos, Magno Hyacinthum, Fluctus, Luna Frigus and Terra Nova are planned as part of Continuum. Individually each will pay tribute to four distinct artists that have inspired and shaped the sound of Dynamic Reflection. Collectively they become the articulation of a decade of techno.
Featuring tracks from Shifted, Matrixxman, Keith Carnal and Viels, Luna Frigus is the fifth and final planet in the Continuum-constellation, consisting of five exclusive releases in celebration on the 10th anniversary of Dynamic Reflection. More
Featuring tracks from Shifted, Matrixxman, Keith Carnal and Viels, Luna Frigus is the fifth and final planet in the Continuum-constellation, consisting of five exclusive releases in celebration on the 10th anniversary of Dynamic Reflection. More