German artist Martin Matiske’s start in music came at the hands of the legendary DJ Hell, who invited him to his first DJ gigs in 1999 at one of his Gigolo label nights in Munich. His own productions, inspired by early electronic pioneers like Kraftwerk and Jean Michel Jarre, soon followed on International Deejay Gigolo Records, as have many more since on Frustrated Funk, Bordello A Parigi, Moustache Records and Central Processing Unit. Matiske has had high-profile support from the likes of Dave Clarke and Helena Hauff, and this new EP for Brooklyn-based label Melodize is another one that will likely find wide acclaim.

The fantastic ‘Moments’ opens up with ice-cold snares and drum sounds that are backlit by celestial pads as retro-future synth work brings colour to this catchy and optimistic proto-electro groove. ‘Moments’ then gets a sublime remix treatment from the prolific and endlessly creative Legowelt, who has explored every different style possible under a myriad of aliases on a range of cult labels like Clone, LIES and Crème Organization. The Dutch maestro’s superb take on ‘Moments’ is an astral electro workout with killer acidic lines, squelchy bass and daubs of psychedelic colour.

On the flip, ‘Dimensional Space Travel’ is another cinematic electro journey that taps into the motorik tick of Kraftwerk with distinctive melodic phrasings, forming a playful call-and-response with the background chords. Closer ‘Analogue Being’ taps into early electro with lovably tinny rhythms and sugary, pixelated analogue chords that bring a sense of nostalgia and ruefulness. More

Following on from Melodic Motion, Martin Matiske returns to Bordello A Parigi with a track that first appeared over a decade ago. Released on his first album on Stilleben, “Dimension Phantasy” has been dusted down and given a new lease of life. This extended version bubbles with the same energy as the original. Steady kicks give way to scaling chords as a racing piece of future gazing brilliance takes hold. Melodies are addictive, yet cold, with a common ground between disco and electro being forged. Sharing the 12” real estate are two good friends, each offering their own remix. Captain Mustache is a musician who can turn his hand to any style. Here the French producer remains true to the Matiske’s version, adding layers of warmth while maintaining the Springtime coolness of beats and harmonies. The flip is given over to Play Paul, a trailblazing figure in electronics. BPMs are reduced as sweetened lines take flight in the “Oh Lord! Remix”. Arpeggiators rumble before bold keys and heartfelt vocals enter in this emotive reinterpretation. The finale strips back lyrics to focus on those succulent synthesizer sounds. A celebration of past, present and future on one very special release. More

Martin Matiske's superb new six-track EP Circle Of Enlightenment on LDI Records is based around the concept of one-mindedness and togetherness. This German artist was fascinated with mixing records as early as his 10th birthday and had his first release on the legendary International Deejay Gigolo Records aged just 15. In the 20 years since he has released a selection of records on labels like Moustache Records and Bordello A Parigi. His timeless sound comes with a vintage touch and always fuses electro, italo and techno in fresh new ways. This new EP aims to describe the direct connection between human beings and the universe. Martin says: "Human beings are aliens always looking for answers to questions like why are we here and what life is about? We know the answer but won't accept it. We are made up of the elements of space and are directly connected to the universe. Each person contains the energy of the universe and is connected with everything that surrounds it. We are one! We are here because we are here! Our mission is to be!" The EP opens with 'Memory', and Martin explains that "Remembering is the ability to do things right but most of the time it causes pain." The track is a slick and icy electro workout with gorgeous retro-future pads bringing a cosmic sense of soul while the corrugated bass keeps busy below. 'Breakout' describes breaking out of normal thought and reaching a state of "no-mind." It is a playful and dynamic electro cut with characterful bass and synth stabs like shooting stars as shimmering arps ride up and down the scale. 'Lost In Space' deals with the idea that human beings on earth are just as lost in space as aliens. It's an interplanetary electro trip with glistening synths shining bright next to more twisted, tortured bass. 'Microbot' is about miniature robots that make our lives easier and ride on a punchy bassline, with neck-snapping snares and pads that circle around like spacecraft during battle. It is another lush electro workout that leads into 'Stars' and pays homage to the importance of these twinkling rays of light. It's a widescreen track with withering leads, cyborg vocals, and a real sense of hope as the snappy drums march into an unknown future. Last of all, 'Solaris' pays tribute to the life-giving force of the sun with another super crisp electro groove, slithering arps and conversational pads that make both a physical and emotional impact. Circle Of Enlightenment is a brilliantly adventurous and storytelling new EP from the ever-excellent Martin Matiske. More

Mixed emotions surround the first LP release by Femur: ?????? by Martin Matiske, being this his second long play. The German producer presents a record of clear Japanese reminiscence in a dystopic-futuristic, robotic, sci-fi aura, all bathed by the rising sun. Ari-Gato! More

Melodic Motion sees Martin Matiske use his machines in a new way. Across four tracks, the German musician inspires. “Digital Emotion” is built on crisp drum patterns, patterns from which Matiske arcs rich analogue notes. Vocals, employed almost like samples, give a human quality to this future-world vision. Technology is a central theme of the EP. Human qualities melt in robotic currents in “Computer Dance,” colder electro tones merging with warm and cheer-filled videogame echoes. “Information Product” maintains some of the electro character of its predecessor. Yet this is far from a dark piece, its uplifting piano keys surging with optimism. The icier tones of “Transmission” closes. Warm arpeggios rise against a front of crystalline chords in this final foray into this ever-so-close world of tomorrow. More

Munich's Martin Matiske started his recording career at fifteen with his stunning ep Stars & Galaxy for DJ Hell's Gigollo Records back in 2002. Here he dons 4 fresh tracks for the Vivod label with his trademark electro sound, somewhere between Dopplereffekt, classical & wave. Kicking off the ep is Die Nibelungen, a sort of speak & spell classical piece with an electro backing track. A2 - Bayerischer Wald is a chord heavy majestic bomb in a 5/4 time signature, maybe a stretch too far for the linear techno dj but that's what makes this ep so interesting. B2 - Virtuosic Mechanic harks back to his previous work on Gigollo Records, a more club orientated track which should do some effective damage on the floor. Rounding things off is Kammermusik, a subtle electro ballad. If you like your electro with a heavy classical influence then this is your ep.

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Moustache records 050 ! TAFKAMP and David Vunk present: Frequent Flyers - Skypriority EP Jacking Chi-house electro acid techno project ouwe stijl. 3 fistpumping peaktime jams for the dancefloor. Recorded produced and mixed by 2 underground club djs from Rotterdam in the bunker downtown Rotterdam city center. A1 The Jacker. Jack Jack Jack Jack the house. A hard rocking banger for the floor and a tribute to the Chi-town. Expect a massive bassline and crazy rhythm section. B1 Acid Party. A jacking acidtechno oldskool-ish track with tb303 acid funk and some track muting fader action for the freaks. Hands in the air guaranteed. B2 Interzone. Raw Acid Electro, early rave steps. No fillers only killers. Skypriority red coloured 180 gram Vinyl. Don't sleep on this very limited pressing. A true collectors item for the KLM fans and fetishists. More

Another episode of the notorious 'You Can Trust A Man With A Moustache Series. Containing 4 crazy electro house energizing nu-italo top hits! A1 The mysterious super hit wanted and sought after by many DJs, played at numerous clubs and festivals by Moustache records label boss David Vunk, the mega anthem by the super collective ; Tending tropic - Hondebrok!!! A2 Cafius the super talented electronic music producer hailing from Ukraine is part of Moustache family now. He Delivered a massive club banger for the dancefloor: Cafius - Tonight is the night. Already played by DJs around the glove! B1 Im Kellar the infamous project by 30 years friends David Spanish and David Vunk ebm electro, dark and pure from the analogue cellars of downtown Rotterdam city, Im Kellar known for their super rare always sold out 12inches. Im Kellar - Not to be compromised dont miss this killer track with that strange melodie ;) B2 Moustache is super pleased to have the boss of Barca on board. Italo moderni label ceo Adrian Marth with his electro house hi energy track: Icon of the night! Expect deep basslines and peaking party drops. You can trust a man with a Moustache Vol. 5 comes in a super great designed 12inch sleeve full colour Artwork. Dont sleep on this ultra rare vinyl super limited only 500 copies no repress! Don't play this record underwater! More

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After the first cult HIT ep "IM KELLAR EP" on Moustache Records Im Kellar continue their pumping EBM wave techno electro analog driven sound with the awaited ep called "THE SCENE EP" 4 tracks made by two legendary figures and longtime friends from the Rotterdam underground scene: David Vunk and David Spanish. Because you are the scene we are the scene THE SceEeeeeeEennNneeEee... no represses.. Moustache Records delivers new music, always.. More

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IM KELLAR - IM KELLAR EP Moustache Records 033, 4 tight EBM nowave techno electro tracks made in a concrete bunker in the old city of Bern in Swiss by the infamous IM KELLAR High energy dark and total underground, non compromised just be cool sound, If you've been listening around you may have heard it already at festival or club played by Moustache Labelboss David Vunk himself, Casper Tielrooij, Orpheo the wizzard, Job Jobse, Beesmunt Soundsystem, Intergalactic Gary, Nuno dos Santos, Marsman, Mark du Mosch and many more. You know the deal this is REAL. More

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Yes yes its finally here the long awaited Moustache records 048. Volume 4 of the notorious series "You can trust a man with a Moustache" filled with 3 dancefloor killer dj tracks. A1 The cycle is completed with John Noseda, formerly known as DJ Monsieur Moustache, his debut on Moustache Records! "Climax" is a Hi NRG newtalo festival club hit with a subtile wink to Lil Louis his timeless classic "French Kiss". This track takes any dancefloor to ecstasy. This erotic anthem has been teased from Dekmantel Selectors to Boiler Room and almost every club and festival around. Before it's release, climax, already became a hot topic on various track ID forums over the internet. It has been a secret weapon by label boss David Vunk in his recent gigs. B1 Is a nuitalohouse uptempo clubbanger for the raving discoheads made by Amsterdams hero: Perdu and is called "Mind phrases" Crazy basslines, atmospheric melodies and a super 80-ies sample to singalong!!! ofcourse also a Vunk DJ classic already and also Perdu his debut on Moustache records. Instantly fist pamp it style. B2 With "Mort sur le Dancefloor" Kendal makes his great return to Moustache Records with another italo infused banger. "Tu? par le rythme fatal, je suis mort sur le dancefloor" translates to ? Killed by the fatal rhythm, i'm dead on the dancefloor ? Through these french vocoded lyrics Kendal explore the metaphorical idea that a sound can hook you so much that it'll you keep you dancing until you're gone. But with an euphoria meter pushed up to the max, you can drop this track in a club and be sure everyone will feel more than alive ! Killer mastering by Alden "Gangster" Tyrell, Executive producer David Vunk, Artwork by Meinhard Spoor and David Vunk. Think about your future and buy it now, This is not a financial advice! Gone is gone. No repress..... More

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Moustache Records 039 is made by a Moustache brother from the first hour "El Cubano" Danny Daze. This obscure techno acid electro EP contains 4 dark Club bangers for the floor. A1 Trumpet track ft. Johnny Superglu is the EP action starter. Crazy Loud Kick drums, a distorted trumpet played by the notorious Johnny Superglu on Acid. Retard synths, a dark vocoder shout and topped off with razor sharp snares. A2 track is called "Late night snack" a song about a boy on its way to the nightstore to get a coca cola. There he lost his way on LSD around the corner of his own house, a pure club banger with weird kiddo lunatic samples. B1 "Wandering aimlessly in NY for 4 hours" 4x4 monotonous building up acid tune. Do you remember that waiting before that new space journey? B2 is the EP tittle track "El Cubano" pure raw oldskool bunker strobo acid with robot vocoder voices and rolling drum section. Mentalism is not a crime


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Rise black - Agressor EP Moustache Records 038 delivers us 5 tracks from the dark side of Spain! The first is named: "Black snake" this is a dark pumping electro track with 808 snares topped off with some evil voices and other trippy scapes.The A2 track: "Jack in the box" is where the true mental madness starts, a drum minimal groove electrobass track that could go on forever and ever till the loony house. On the flip side B1 "Sulf?rico" deadly acid electro for the retards. B2 Mythos is the sound from Sparta Greece 100 v.c. Distorted kicks and snare drums that could deliver you a bloodnose. The last EP track is the title track of the EP called: "Agressor" this song is a story about the sheeps of Satan, very raw noisy percussion drum sounds, space bleebs and other aggressive electro sounds. Let the magic and madness begin... Welcome to the Moustache Records family. Rise Black is rising.. More

David Vunk is on the roll as a dj but also he lives the true spirt studio life in his atomic bunker downtown Rotterdam city. His newest work is a 12 inch on his own imprint sublabel Moustache techno series called "Omega Strap EP". The A1 track "Shadow police" is a pumping TR-808 distorted beat with oldskool 90-ies acid and with a dark obscure men voice in it, underground feel. A2 "Pillensmoel" is a pumping electro techno track with acidfunk, crashing snare drums and a dutch porn female voice live recording. B1 track is titled "Come to the house" a funky acid track with paranoid girl shout, some classic house samples and flanged hi hats. The last track is called "No winners no losers" techno with a rolling bassline, a machine kickdrum topped with deep synths. Picture sleeve design by meinhard, mastered by Rude 66, cutted by uncle Lex. Don't play this if you are under 18. More

Moustache Homo club series one [MST035] Moustache Records goes undercover in the underground S&M gay subculture of Rotterdam City to catch a serial killer who is preying on gay men, she-males and trannies. To catch this notorious serial killer the Dutch goverment hired the most serious guys. David Vunk with his cult classic Hetero girl (six lines of speed version) btw pulling the trigger is his middle name. Then the Macgyver in breaking into everywhere BRZ with his oldskool modulair techno track with top notch Jungle Brothers samples that remind me of Guy Tavares or Unit Moebius called YOKO 01. On the flipside we have| Parasols with the track Exort he's the man waiting in the car and the man who will take care of all things later, is Dax Jax with a Parkzicht classics vibe pumping 90-ies track called MaDMAn. One thing for sure, we will get the fuckker.. and leave his last parts to the piggggs..... various artists.. electro techno nowave classics dont sleep on this..... limited copies! More

Randomly few times a year Rutherford and Eargoggle team up for some monkey business in the studio. As often the result is "Monkeyshop" a journey into the deepest, darkest forrests and landscapes of the north. Scandinavia is not known for the monkeys but they exist there especially arround Gothenburg in the mountains.. The music is a mix between electro and disco, might call it electrodisco and its all programmed and recorded in with the most easy and understandable equipment so its possible for monekys to use... Also for you that dont know about Gothenburg music scene themselves discribe it like this... " Gothenburg is not a jungle, Its a ZOO" More

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David Vunk's Moustache records is back with the New "Moustache X" featuring on A1: Alessandro Adriani - Death Move 1# acid new wave techno rocking hard, A2: ENDFEST - Seutek Boogie Boy (A tribute to Cor Vaandrager) west coast electro pure analogue a true hardware story, B1: Unit Black Flight - Shortwave Radio Antenna Down (Antoni Maiovvi Remix) Love on first sight discovered while playing Magic waves dj set Hassan style B2: D'Evoe - Need U. Chicago franky K. arpeggio 1993 style with twin peaks kinda beautiful strings. Don't sleep on this...... Moustache X = only hits for those who want to be credible. don't play this under 15 years old. More

yes yes after the 2 legendary You Can Trust A Man With A Moustache Vol. 1 & 2. David Vunks Moustache Records delivers the Vol. 3 of the superstrong series after 5 long years. This one on solid orange vinyl is a 4 tracker various artists.

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Note from Herr Vunk: "Yess,. Boys and girls,. It's medication time! dark deep oldskool acid techno from heart and soul of Rotterdam made by Moustache records chief David Vunk and long time underground hero Mario cyb-x 010 Gucci. A1 is called "Cold as ice": a long deep 125 bpm MS-10 TR909 Jupiter 8 DMT acidtechno track building up in 9 minutes. B1 is named "Medication Time" Soulless hard techno track filled with pure analog sounds Berghain Berlin Rotterdam style and total sick alarm clocks topped off with notorious legendary Pearl Drum-X drumcomputer beats. B2 Bonus track is called "Dikke Pep" a classic techno track with typical 90-ies stebs and puking acidlines. Instant classic on eco friendly transparent green coloured vinyl! Special shout out to the Rotterdam police force for rolling up our outdoor weedgarden and stealling our Weed before we could taste it."

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Vunk techno time 2014. This time Moustache's label owner David Vunk comes up with this abstract techno 4 tracker 12 inch "De Maas E.P." named after the big river de Maas. A1 De Maas: Housy techno track with great drive ala sound stream. very low basline, tripped out space bleebs, distorted tom patterns tight sequencing perfect dj tool ready to rock all dancefloors. A2 Zenica deep techno track sycussion modulair and synthwave topped with flashing snares powerfull break and happy ending. B1 Mononomsensory dark techno track from hell, remember Vroesenpark this is next the stop. 1994 Berlin Rotterdam London Style. B2 Chicago Bills is funky techno track with 707 cowbells, Juno synth chords and tippy sounds perfect for afterparties :). tip top mastered by Rude 66... don't play this under 16 years old. More