Tracklisting:
A1 Héctor Oaks - Is Imminent
A2 Héctor Oaks - Sounds Violent, Truth Always Is
A3 Héctor Oaks - Reign
B1 Héctor Oaks - Forwarded State Of Evidence
B2 Héctor Oaks - As We Were Saying
C1 Héctor Oaks - Purpose-Method
C2 Héctor Oaks - Afterall, She Had No Reason To Stay
C3 Héctor Oaks - Horoom Reclusion
D1 Héctor Oaks - Improved Motto
D2 Héctor Oaks - Together We Stand
D3 Héctor Oaks - From Here Onwards [Outro]

Release Note:
"2018 Tbilisi Georgia. The energy captured materialized into the beats, melodies, and grooves across this album.
2022 the energy extended, echoes from the rawness, and its intention can be perceived all around the globe. With no program to stop.
Reasons enough to repress this record thanking hard to all those who have taken part in this incredible story which still has to be written.
As we are saying.
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Since Héctor Oaks’ debut album “As We Were Saying” came out on Bassiani as BASLP01 almost 2 years ago, his career has gotten quite some traction. Time to celebrate one of our first international residents with BASRMX01. On his new EP he invites like-minded techno figures to remix tracks and bring in a new twist to his take on contemporary dance music. If this was a lineup, you’d definitely want to show up to the party. DJ Stingray and Somewhen kick-off the record with understated yet confident remixes. Voiski uses a beautiful and raw melody, elevating the original to even higher realms of potential dance floor ecstasy. Parrish Smith’s remix of “Afterall, She Had No Reason To Stay” pushes through with a fast beat and a pinch of darkness. Tribal drums and a luring melody complement the end of the release with “Horoom Reclusion” in a remix by Zesknel. More

There was a time when Techno was written with a K; when the music was presented as a song not as a track. It followed a structure - intro, chorus, bridge... These recordings were naive, spontaneous, and raw, that's what made some of them timeless. More

Stepping in with a new maxi, first after the album, can't deny it wasn't the easiest job. Inspired by several meetings with influential people in my life, this 4 tracker delivers melancholia and funk for the toughest Dancefloors in the very Oaks tradition. More

Our first LP is presented by our deeply appreciated resident Hector Oaks. Taking inspiration from his marathon sets in Bassiani's second floor, Horoom, and the 11th of May in Tbilisi, the techno staple crafted his own take on contemporary dance music.
"As We Were Saying" is an unapologetic collection of heartfelt, powerful techno. Crafted by a vinyl lover for dancing purposes, its arrangement and composition fits both, club or as an energizing home listening. This is the soundtrack for our revolution.
"The 11 tracks are a portrayal of the spirit captured in the vaults of the Dinamo Stadium. From my point of view, this is the voice of a generation that found it's freedom in raving. To all of you my Georgian brothers and sisters, and anybody who felt touched by this. As we were saying: we dance together. One of you." More

All that was fire and only ashes were left. No matter how many times we burn, as the scum, we'll grow again. "Proudly introducing the last Maxi-Single I'll be releasing this year. (No don't worry, OAKS is fully scheduled so you will hear from us). For the first time, I'm releasing a 4-tracker with highly emotive p(f)unktional music, for the warehouse or the club. These songs are written in a certain mood and I suppose that they accomplish their purpose. The willing to get lost, avoid reality and at least for some time forget this mad world that surrounds us. Please do not stop the rave." More

- What you can see, from here to the right, to the left, until the very end grew from the ashes. We had nothing, we came with empty hands, nothing to lose and this is what we got.- The man with the grey beard was announcing with humid eyes and pale inland when suddenly the younger one who was missing appears-
- Welcome my son, -the man with grey hair continues- AS WE WERE SAYING: All this was fire. More

New LP from Dax J - War is Peace, Freedom is Slavery, Ignorance is strength
Referencing the political slogans in Orwell's dystopian novel 1984, where language is manipulated to control and oppress, we find a stark reflection in modern society, where truth is frequently distorted, and freedoms are increasingly compromised-echoing the very tactics Orwell warned against More

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Tracklisting:
A1 Dax J - Brixton
A2 Dax J - Reshape the Future
B1 Dax J - World Deception Alliance
B2 Dax J - China White

Release Note:
Dax J presents a new EP of advanced percussive, acid techno & warehouse grooves. Brixton EP

All tracks written, produced and mixed by Dax J, 2022

Picture shot by acclaimed photographer Masataka Ishida, in Brixton London, 1999
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Tracklisting:
A1 Dax J - The Wonk
A2 Dax J - The Invisible Man
B1 Dax J - Wir Leben Fur Die Nacht
B2 Dax J - The Bounce
B3 Dax J - Surrender

Release Note
- 2022 repress -

Dax J delivers The Invisible Man EP for Monnom black 009. Dark, acidic, 90's inspired rave cuts. Dax's 1st release after his critically acclaimed debut album "Shades of Black". Essential Selection! More

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Tracklist:
A1 Dax J - Simulated Reality (Terafactory AI Electronics)
A2 Dax J - The Second Reniassance (Final Dystopia)
B1 Dax J - Universal Future Sound
B2 Dax J - East London Back Alleys (Jungle Techno Mix)
C1 Dax J - Industrial Cyber Technologies
C2 Dax J - Opioiding (Fentanyl Mix)
C3 Dax J - Utopian Surrealism
D1 Dax J - Fractalize
D2 Dax J - None The Wiser
D3 Dax J - Anthropic Demise (End)

Release Note:
Dax J's 3rd studio album Utopian Surrealism LP, observes our transition into a new dystopian era, with a soundtrack of Techno, Acid, Amens and IDM. Essential Selection!

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Dax J returns to his label Monnom Black, bringing with him four cuts of pulsating techno! More

Dax J returns to Monnom Black with an EP of uncompromising warehouse tracks, drifting through Acid, UK and Jungle influences to create an iconic onslaught of ominous Techno cuts.
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Dax J returns in epic fashion with his 2nd album on Monnom Black taking you on a journey through techno, acid, ebm, idm and jungle. 14 killer cuts! Legendary and absolutely essential! 2 x Vinyl LP + free digital download codes + A5 Art Insert + Sticker and plastic wrapped More

Dax J returns in epic fashion with his 2nd album on Monnom Black taking you on a journey through techno, acid, ebm, idm and jungle. 14 killer cuts! Legendary and absolutely essential! 2 x Vinyl LP + free digital download codes + A5 Art Insert + Sticker and plastic wrapped More

Dax J returns to Monnom Black with a huge double EP of Techno and Acid weapons! Absolutely Essential! Comes with free digital download code, A5 Art + Sticker. More

Tracklisting
A1 Arthur Robert - Entaglement
A2 Arthur Robert - Boson
B1 Arthur Robert - Forever Young
B2 Arthur Robert - Fermion

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Breaking new ground at The Third Room, we are introducing our first full EP by a guest artist, setting the stage for more to come.
Since quantum mechanics arose from classical physics' failure to explain microscopic phenomena, Berlin's exceptional creative mind Arthur Robert pays tribute to the interaction of little entities that can result in the release of colossal power and provide answers for questions older than the universe itself with his Particle Accelerator EP on The Third Room.
Genuine, dynamic techno that defines itself through crisp sound design, memorable textures, and highly compressed, sometimes distorted drum arrangements makes this piece of music a profoundly soundscaped lecture in four classes that gets its final, emotional touch from either melodic compositions or disruptive beeps. Creating those fascinating pieces within fast-paced and hard-hitting club sounds is one of Robert's trademarks, making him a hugely exciting producer.
Out from September 6th and available on all platforms and always remember - the whole is more than the accumulation of its units.

2024 The Third Room
Mastering by Ahmet Sisman (The Third Room Studios)
Artwork by Daniel Bornmann & Lennard Makosch (STUEDIO.XYZ)
Distribution by Triple Vision
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Tracklisting
A1 Justine Perry - Diversion
A2 Hadone - Strain Relief
B1 HWRD - Mirage
B2 Quelza - Domino

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New year, new stars, same route. The final part of our VA series embodies a futuristic and meticulously crafted production of atmospheric and incessant techno.

Outstanding artists named Hadone, HWRD, Justine Perry and Quelza bringing their unique flair to the table to tell a profound story full of eclipsing soundscapes and eternal width. The four dark and intangible contributions are made to tear down floors whilst maintaining their sophistication and depth.

Out on April 5th - Make sure to grab your limited copy and be ready for the next one!
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Tracklisting
A1 Anastasia Kristensen & CTRLS - Superstretch
A2 UFO95 - Dijon
B1 Nadia Struiwigh - OTF 97H
B2 Jayat - Melting Patterns

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The next space probe and the third of four releases from our VA Series is currently traversing The Third Room universe en route to the new world. On board, it carries various sonic relics - timeless and fascinating, much like the vastness of space itself.

Featuring four exceptional tracks by Anastasia Kristensen & CTRLS, Jayat, Nadia Struiwigh and UFO95, this release showcases sounds from long-forgotten times in an authentic, modern context. The T3R VA Series 03 is as timeless as space and time itself, destined to explore many more worlds.
Ensure you don't miss the opportunity to order your limited copy of this part of the series and reserve a ticket for an exciting journey to a new dimension.

2023 The Third Room
Mastering by Ahmet Sisman (The Third Room Studios)
Artwork by Daniel Bornmann, Sophia Becker & Elisa Jauch (Duat Agency)
Distribution by Triple Vision
Pressed by Matter Of Fact

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Tracklisting
A1 Julian Muller - Issa'
A2 Chlär - Snake Invasion
B1 VNNN. - No Borders
B2 Holden Federico - Within

Sales Note
Part two of our various artists series is a well narrated intergalactic journey that teleports listeners to different spheres whilst remaining in the same galaxy. The curation of forward thinking techno is tailored to those who strive transcending planet earth.

Tracks by Chlar, Holden Federico, Julian Muller and VNNN. make this release not only a unique piece of music but an energizing big room filler - acceleration and drive guaranteed. T3R VA Series 02 convinces with four euphoric and bright sound comets that claim ultimate presence and eliminate gravity. Out on December 1st - Make sure to grab your limited copy and be ready for the
next one!

2023 The Third Room
A1, A2 & B2 mastered by Ahmet Sisman (The Third Room Studios)
B1 mastered by Almedin Alibegovic (The Third Room Studios)
Artwork by Daniel Bornmann, Sophia Becker & Elisa Jauch (Duat Agency)
Distribution by Triple Vision

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Tracklisting
A1 Beste Hira - Pembe Bulutlar
A2 Alarico - Light Curve Hiss
B1 Stranger - Still Bitten
B2 OFF/GRID - No Brainer

Sales Note
Buckle up and fasten the spaceship seatbelts! The Third Room, the multidisciplinary techno project from the industrial heart of Germany, is about to fire another satellite in the orbit. A stunning various artists series between fierce meteors, bright suns, dark moons and shining comets will continue to define the Essen-based collective's sound vision which is as diverse and timeless as space itself. Convince yourselves of a well-considered, galactical curation that contains quality tracks from talents, locals and longstays.

On the first of four releases, established producers named Beste Hira, Stranger, Alarico and OFF/GRID put out a stunning yet humble peak-time record. Four laser-beaming tunes speak for themselves and mark the beginning of the next chapter in the T3R adventure.

Don't miss to ascend to higher spheres - secure your copy and pre-order one of the limited records now!

©? 2023 The Third Room
Mastering by Ahmet Sisman (The Third Room Studios)
Artwork by Daniel Bornmann & Elisa Jauch (Duat Agency)
Distribution by Triple Vision

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Tracklisting

A1 Ahmet Sisman - The Break Of Dawn
A2 Ahmet Sisman & VNNN. - Hyperspace
B1 Ahmet Sisman - Groove Patterns
B2 Ahmet Sisman & Felix Fleer - Deckard's Dream
C1 Ahmet Sisman - Transcendence
C2 Ahmet Sisman - Darbuka
D1 Ahmet Sisman - Pure Feelings
D2 Ahmet Sisman & VNNN. - Hybridity

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The post-industrial Ruhr-Area has been an indisputable part of Germany's techno landscape since the very beginning. More than 30 years after techno's golden era and after a manifold challenging pandemic, the scene and its sounds are blooming like never before. Ahmet Sisman and his project The Third Room can be described as key factors for both the area's ongoing, sustainable dedication to electronic music and its current success, being more and more embedded in cultural contexts and society overall.

It's unsurprising that the first album of Ahmet Sisman, the multitalented artist and man of action, is a well-considered mix of familiar and pioneering sounds, enriched by countless influences within and beyond technos constantly evolving sub-genre scenery. With a sophisticated 50/50 mix of four on the floor strikes and innovative breaks, Sisman manages to hit a sweet spot between raw but groovy, experimental but subtle nostalgia, melodious but noisy.

All this is already worthy of a listen, but placed in context, it perfectly fits the musical approach of the Ruhr-Areas biggest transcendental techno project - The Stone Techno Series and Festival. Like the bound-breaking release series of the last two years, 'The Third Space' maintains the metallic and fierce sound vision of a coal mining tradition with everlasting impact. The time travel through industrialization and renaturation continues here with T3R008 and gains a whole new dimension from Sisman's skilled handwriting.

Copyright - The Third Room 2023 All tracks are written and produced by Ahmet Sisman
B2 alongside with Felix Fleer
D2 alongside with VNNN.
Mixed and mastered by Ahmet Sisman at T3R Studios
Artwork by Daniel Bornmann / Duat Agency
Distribution by Triple Vision


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Tracklisting:
A1 Adiel - Adihell
A2 Ahmet Sisman & VNNN. - Inorganic Transformation
B1 Ben Sims - Stone Cold
B2 D.Dan - Nightshade
C1 James Ruskin - Hanging Wall
C2 Julia Govor - Standing Alone
D1 KiNK - Pots and Pans
D2 Lady Starlight - 1x1
E1 Lokier - Surface
E2 Luke Slater - Grooving In A Cave
F1 Megan Leber - Luster
F2 Out Of Place Artefacts - Staublunge
G1 Perc - Metamorphic
G2 Setaoc Mass - Survival
H1 Sterac - Noise Mechanics
H2 Tommy Four Seven - Quarz

Sales Note
The Stone Techno Series returns with another exciting compilation. This time alongside a new festival that celebrates forward thinking artists from 9th to 10th of July at Europe's biggest coal mine complex under the UNESCO World Heritage Zollverein. The project is exceptional at its core, bringing back excitement and inventiveness to the genre.

The project functions as a multidisciplinary ever-evolving experiment that brings different aspects together. Sampling, creating and releasing music made out of million years old inorganic materials which shaped and defined the Ruhr Area like nothing else. "Auf Kohle geboren - born on coal" stands for this region and the so-called "German Wirtschaftswunder".

The Stone Techno project wants to embrace the history of "the Ruhrpott" while looking into the future as well. Techno Music stands for upheaval and modernity, while coal is the symbol of the Ruhr Area. This unique project will lend audibility to the ongoing process of transformation in the cultural and natural history of this region. Science and museums crossing paths with contemporary electronic music culture.

The Stone Techno project is not shy of its obvious significance. World-famous Ruhr Museum and The Third Room collective mark a first of its kind of long-lasting collaborations between a techno brand and a cultural institution.

This time the project is conceptually going one step further: Before the final backfilling of the mine at Zeche Zollverein, the acoustic atmosphere of this significant piece of global mining history was recorded 1000 metres underground, not only as an irreplaceable acoustic document, but also as preparation for a new extraordinary sample library.

A luminary of the electronic music scene has taken on this mammoth task, the British artist Matthew Herbert, this summer Matthew has sampled rocks and coal seams from the UNESCO World Heritage Zollverein to create a new sample library for STONE TECHNO from the soundscape of the underground world. The finite raw material provides the basis for new creative endeavours coming from previously featured producers alongside new ones.

This year's artists feature New Sample Library recorded and processed by Matthew Herbert and varied new takes on the rich sample library from Adiel, Ben Sims, D. Dan, James Ruskin, Julia Govor, Kink, Lady Starlight, Lokier, Luke Slater, Megan Leber, Out Of Place Artefacts, Perc, Setaoc Mass, Sterac and Tommy Four Seven together with new tracks from previously featured artists VNNN. and Ahmet Sisman in the series.

The Stone Techno Series marks the use of coal mines, its minerals as a boundless source for creative inspiration, artists displaying a vigorous return, enriching the sound and texture of a sometimes overlooked industrial force.

Art Direction by Jan Petry (Humain Studio)
Curated & mastered by Ahmet Sisman (The Third Room Studios)
Sound Recordist: Lorenzo Dal Ri
Geological consultant: Achim G. Reisdorf
Sample Library by Matthew Herbert & Dan Pollard commissioned by Stone Techno, a collaboration between the Ruhr Museum and The Third Room in partnership with the New Now Festival and MUTEK Montreal.


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Tracklisting:
A1 Dax J - Calipha
A2 Hadone - Lead Mysteries
B1 Colin Benders - Shimmering Stones
B2 Felix Fleer - Set In Stone

Release Note:
The "Tetragonal EP" marks the fourth and final release of the Stone Techno series for this year. Together with the Ruhr Museum foundation we were able to create a very unique concept which refers to the notable history of the Ruhr Area. The collaboration with each artist was a great pleasure and experience for us and as you might already know if you're following this project since the first release: all of the results that reached us were impressively various and ingenious.

On the "Tetragonal" EP you will find a nicely curated mixture of artists and tracks, which takes you on a mesmerizing journey. In the beginning our dear friend Dax J delivers a straightforward 6-minute banger that he's known for. Followed by an anthemic and yet percussive piece of Hadone which reminds us of the long raving nights we all have missed so much.

On the B-side Colin Benders ennobles mineralogy with a carefully composed arrangement which drives you deep into modular synthesis, while Felix Fleer takes you on a late night trip with oscillating tones and harmonies.

We hope you enjoy our last Stone Techno release for this year and don't worry: there's a lot more to come in 2022 with a new sample library as well. Stay tuned!

Each release is limited to 300 copies (180gr marbled 12" Vinyl, Full Cover Print).




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Each release is limited to 300 copies (180gr marbled 12" Vinyl, Full Cover Print).

Tracklisting
A1 FJAAK - Modum
A2 Inhalt der Nacht & Tham - Schacht
B1 Jamaica Suk - Steel Rose
B2 Emil Baghino - Crimea

Release Note
The Stone Techno series continues. We come to the third release of the unique project, where each artist has contributed one track exclusively created from a huge sample bank of incomparable stone and mineral sounds. Due to the first talks with Dr. Achim Reisdorf from the Ruhr Museum, we didn't have any idea that this whole series would get such a positive reputation. And especially shown on the "Orthorhombic EP", it also can be used as a door opener for talented artists like our Stone Techno Challenge winner Emil Baghino.

However, one thing after another. The four-tracker A-Side is reserved for not one but two fresh Berlin based duos: it starts with some tight-punching breaks by FJAAK and leads into the second track, a driven techno tool by Inhalt der Nacht & Tham, which definitely deserves the word "industrial".

On the B-Side the techno train stays on the rail with deep hypnotic vibes by Jamaica Suk and last but not least, a real-effective dance floor banger by Emil Baghino. Now enjoy the superb track selection on this and be ready for the fourth and currently last release of the Stone Techno Series.




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Seamless to our first release of the Stone Techno series we are presenting the second edition of this unique concept. Each artist has been given a sample library consisting of recorded minerals from the Ruhr Area. The task was pretty clear, to create a track exclusively out of those sounds. The results are remarkably differing from each other and showing the huge creative potential of this project, which is a collaboration between the world famous Ruhr Museum foundation and The Third Room collective.

While Matrixxman delivers us an ambient driven masterpiece, RODHAD shows us his impeccable skills to create an ever-evolving tension in his dub techno influenced approach. Yan Cook on the B-Side is exploring the full potential of those samples to honor the industrial era and its machines, while T3R-Resident VNNN. is hailing with his hypnotic grooves the late hours of an extensive musical journey.

We hope you enjoy this imposing line-up of artists and its different styles within the release. There is more to be coming. Stay tuned!

Each release is limited to 300 copies (180gr marbled 12" Vinyl, Full Cover Print). More