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XXX - A1] Split Secs - Accept The Answer 6:33
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XXX - A2] Franz Scala - Overflash 6:16
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XXX - AA1] Franz Scala - Overflash [Split Secs Remix] 6:02
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XXX - AA2] Split Secs - Accept The Answer [Franz Scala Remix] 8:03
Special remarks : Split ep, no B-side, just A and AA - artwork by Marisa Rappard
Tracklist 12":
A1] Split Secs - Accept The Answer 6:33
A2] Franz Scala - Overflash 6:16
AA1] Franz Scala - Overflash [Split Secs Remix] 6:02
AA2] Split Secs - Accept The Answer [Franz Scala Remix] 8:03
Info:
On the A side we have the original tracks starting with
Split Secs - Accept The Answer which is quite the slow burner, easy building up and keeping you in a state of bewilderment with weird synths, sounds and melancholic vocals floating around.
When you're still reminiscing about the first track, Franz Scala decides to up the game with his ‘Overflash’ that contains a kick that makes the walls of every room buzz. His familiar sound can be heard throughout the whole track and will for sure make every dancefloor move.
Moving over to the AA side, Split Secs has made an absolute stellar of a remix of Franz Scala unrecognizable but surely not less danceable original. Heavy bassline, dark and dreamy pads and funky percussion alternate each other in this remix which can be described in so many words, but is best to just start listening to.
Which is exactly what also should be done to the remix by Franz Scala. Taking the slow burner by Split Secs to another tempo and level by adding his familiar sound but what makes this track so special is the synths that have been perfectly applied and will bring some heat and sweat to the dancefloor.
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Tracklist 12":
A1] Split Secs - Accept The Answer 6:33
A2] Franz Scala - Overflash 6:16
AA1] Franz Scala - Overflash [Split Secs Remix] 6:02
AA2] Split Secs - Accept The Answer [Franz Scala Remix] 8:03
Info:
On the A side we have the original tracks starting with
Split Secs - Accept The Answer which is quite the slow burner, easy building up and keeping you in a state of bewilderment with weird synths, sounds and melancholic vocals floating around.
When you're still reminiscing about the first track, Franz Scala decides to up the game with his ‘Overflash’ that contains a kick that makes the walls of every room buzz. His familiar sound can be heard throughout the whole track and will for sure make every dancefloor move.
Moving over to the AA side, Split Secs has made an absolute stellar of a remix of Franz Scala unrecognizable but surely not less danceable original. Heavy bassline, dark and dreamy pads and funky percussion alternate each other in this remix which can be described in so many words, but is best to just start listening to.
Which is exactly what also should be done to the remix by Franz Scala. Taking the slow burner by Split Secs to another tempo and level by adding his familiar sound but what makes this track so special is the synths that have been perfectly applied and will bring some heat and sweat to the dancefloor.
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V.A. - Correlations
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V.A. - JMII
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V.A. - Il Est Vilaine
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V.A. - SHMLSS
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Repress bundle of the highly sought after XXX limited edit series. Comes with bonus track download bundle.
GENRE/S: (nu) disco, new wave, left field disco
TRACKLISTS:
XXX333
A1 - Pete Blaker
A2 - Correlations
B1 - Dr. Dunks
B2 - A.M
XXX666
A1 - JMII
A2 - Il Est Vilaine
B1 - Marvin & Guy
B2 - SHMLSS
XXX999
A1 - Magnifique
A2 - Stijn Sadée
B1 - Iñigo Vontier
B2 - DJ Rocca
SHORT INFO:
Repress bundle of the XXX333, 666, 999 edit series.
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GENRE/S: (nu) disco, new wave, left field disco
TRACKLISTS:
XXX333
A1 - Pete Blaker
A2 - Correlations
B1 - Dr. Dunks
B2 - A.M
XXX666
A1 - JMII
A2 - Il Est Vilaine
B1 - Marvin & Guy
B2 - SHMLSS
XXX999
A1 - Magnifique
A2 - Stijn Sadée
B1 - Iñigo Vontier
B2 - DJ Rocca
SHORT INFO:
Repress bundle of the XXX333, 666, 999 edit series.
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Mike Sacchetti - Rational Fantasy 6:39
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Mike Sacchetti - Right Back To You 6:50
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Mike Sacchetti - Mystery Champagne 6:45
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Mike Sacchetti - Mystery Champagne (Venice Arms Remix) 7:40
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Mike Sacchetti - Right Back To You (Kyra Khaldi Remix) 6:21
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Mike Sacchetti - Evil Cats and Tender Love 4:38
GENRE/S: Electronic music/ Dance / House / up tempo house / 90's rave
TRACKLISTS:
A1] Rational Fantasy 6:39
A2] Right Back To You 6:50
A3] Mystery Champagne 6:45
B1] Mystery Champagne (Venice Arms Remix) 7:40
B2] Right Back To You (Kyra Khaldi Remix) 6:21
B3] Evil Cats and Tender Love 4:38
SHORT INFO
XXX the label starts of 2025 fresh with it's 17th original EP.
Four house tracks, each with it's own signature sound. Peak time throbbing, electrifying house vibes with a distinguished layer to it alternate with more melancholic house for the after hours, mimicking that feeling of never wanting the night to end. The EP comes with two remixes by Venice Arms (Curses) and upcoming Amsterdam based talent Kyra Khaldi who both add another layer to the record.
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TRACKLISTS:
A1] Rational Fantasy 6:39
A2] Right Back To You 6:50
A3] Mystery Champagne 6:45
B1] Mystery Champagne (Venice Arms Remix) 7:40
B2] Right Back To You (Kyra Khaldi Remix) 6:21
B3] Evil Cats and Tender Love 4:38
SHORT INFO
XXX the label starts of 2025 fresh with it's 17th original EP.
Four house tracks, each with it's own signature sound. Peak time throbbing, electrifying house vibes with a distinguished layer to it alternate with more melancholic house for the after hours, mimicking that feeling of never wanting the night to end. The EP comes with two remixes by Venice Arms (Curses) and upcoming Amsterdam based talent Kyra Khaldi who both add another layer to the record.
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V.A. - Pete Blaker
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V.A. - Correlations
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V.A. - Dr. Dunks
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V.A. - A.M.
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V.A. - Pete Blaker (Digital Bonus)
12" incl dl code containing the four vinyl tracks as well as the digital bonus track.
GENRE/S: (Nu)Disco
TRACKLIST:
A1. Pete Blaker
A2. Correlations
B1. Dr. Dunks
B2. A.M.
Digital Bonus - Pete Blaker
SHORT INFO:
After a long time XXX the label returns with the third and final part of their edit series.
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GENRE/S: (Nu)Disco
TRACKLIST:
A1. Pete Blaker
A2. Correlations
B1. Dr. Dunks
B2. A.M.
Digital Bonus - Pete Blaker
SHORT INFO:
After a long time XXX the label returns with the third and final part of their edit series.
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Anastasia Zems & Radial Gaze - All Things Done 5:45
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Anastasia Zems & Radial Gaze - Quarter 25 5:29
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Anastasia Zems & Radial Gaze - All Things Done (Chinaski remix) 5:16
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Anastasia Zems & Radial Gaze - Quarter 25 (SIRS remix) 6:05
GENRE/S: Dark Disco, Nu Disco, Trance
TRACKLISTS:
A1] Anastasia Zems & Radial Gaze - All Things Done 5:45
A2] Anastasia Zems & Radial Gaze - Quarter 25 5:29
B1] Anastasia Zems & Radial Gaze - All Things Done (Chinaski remix) 5:16
B2] Anastasia Zems & Radial Gaze - Quarter 25 (SIRS remix) 6:05
SHORT INFO:
XXX016 consists of two original tracks by Anastasia Zems & Radial Gaze on the A-side and two remixes by Chinaski & S.I.R.S on the flip side.
While the original tracks are infused with dark industrial vibes combined with a sharp kick and throbbing playful basslines, the remix side takes a completely different turn. An (unexpected) almost trance-like remix by Chinaski is best described as a rollercoaster ride that only goes higher and faster. S.I.R.S. delivers us a disco remix with the most groovy bassline that will not go unnoticed on any dancefloor. This altogether makes XXX016 an exploration of different sounds combined on
one EP, exactly how we envision things at XXX. The artwork by Gees Voorhees also perfectly embodies this.
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TRACKLISTS:
A1] Anastasia Zems & Radial Gaze - All Things Done 5:45
A2] Anastasia Zems & Radial Gaze - Quarter 25 5:29
B1] Anastasia Zems & Radial Gaze - All Things Done (Chinaski remix) 5:16
B2] Anastasia Zems & Radial Gaze - Quarter 25 (SIRS remix) 6:05
SHORT INFO:
XXX016 consists of two original tracks by Anastasia Zems & Radial Gaze on the A-side and two remixes by Chinaski & S.I.R.S on the flip side.
While the original tracks are infused with dark industrial vibes combined with a sharp kick and throbbing playful basslines, the remix side takes a completely different turn. An (unexpected) almost trance-like remix by Chinaski is best described as a rollercoaster ride that only goes higher and faster. S.I.R.S. delivers us a disco remix with the most groovy bassline that will not go unnoticed on any dancefloor. This altogether makes XXX016 an exploration of different sounds combined on
one EP, exactly how we envision things at XXX. The artwork by Gees Voorhees also perfectly embodies this.
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Isaie - Ace (Gerd Janson Special Dance Remix) 6:58
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Isaie - Psycho (Kiara Scuro & Tech Support Remix) 6:30
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Isaie - VICE II (Eagles & Butterflies Remix) 6:12
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Isaie - Hypnosis (SHMLSS Remix) 6:06
Special remarks : Isaie - Psycho Remixed by Gerd Janson, Eagles & Butterflies and others
Tracklist 12":
A1] Isaie - Ace (Gerd Janson Special Dance Remix) 6:58
A2] Isaie - Psycho (Kiara Scuro & Tech Support Remix) 6:30
B1] Isaie - VICE II (Eagles & Butterflies Remix) 6:12
B2] Isaie - Hypnosis (SHMLSS Remix) 6:06
Textextext -
Isaie’s mini album ‘Psycho’ remixed by heavy hitters Gerd Janson, Eagles & Butterflies, Kiara Scuro & Tech Support and SHMLSS.
The remixes have been road tested all over the world by our remixers and their favorite DJ’s.
Supported on BBC Radio 1 and more.
Vital Sales Points: Played on BBC Radio 1 at DJ Tennis’ residency
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Tracklist 12":
A1] Isaie - Ace (Gerd Janson Special Dance Remix) 6:58
A2] Isaie - Psycho (Kiara Scuro & Tech Support Remix) 6:30
B1] Isaie - VICE II (Eagles & Butterflies Remix) 6:12
B2] Isaie - Hypnosis (SHMLSS Remix) 6:06
Textextext -
Isaie’s mini album ‘Psycho’ remixed by heavy hitters Gerd Janson, Eagles & Butterflies, Kiara Scuro & Tech Support and SHMLSS.
The remixes have been road tested all over the world by our remixers and their favorite DJ’s.
Supported on BBC Radio 1 and more.
Vital Sales Points: Played on BBC Radio 1 at DJ Tennis’ residency
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Isaie - Ace 4:30
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Isaie - Vogue 3:55
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Isaie - VICE II 4:44
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Isaie - Psycho 3:21
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Isaie - Jacuzzi Jacuzzi 4:09
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Isaie - Fire in L.A. 3:46
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Isaie - Trance Club 4:14
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Isaie - Party Mode Boy Hello 4:48
New mini album from Isaie, new live alias from Simon Weiss, well known from releases on Rush Hour and Voyage Direct with his hit ‘Television’
Genre:Dance/ electronic music
Tracklist 12":
A1] Isaie - Ace 4:30
A2] Isaie - Vogue 3:55
A3] Isaie - VICE II 4:44
A4] Isaie - Psycho 3:21
B1] Isaie - Jacuzzi Jacuzzi 4:09
B2] Isaie - Fire in L.A. 3:46
B3] Isaie - Trance Club 4:14
B4] Isaie - Party Mode Boy Hello 4:48
Release Info:
XXX the label presents its new release XXX014. ‘XXX014 - Psycho’ is produced by Isaie, the new live alias from Simon Weiss. Simon Weiss (Isaie Reuling) already made a name for himself with stellar releases on well known labels like Rush Hour & Voyage Direct and the hit ‘Television’.
XXX014 will be a mini-album with eight tracks on vinyl. Each side contains various genre crossing tracks that could be used on different occasions, whether you are in a sweaty basement, a big festival or obscure radioshow, these tracks will do the trick. High energy guaranteed.
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Genre:Dance/ electronic music
Tracklist 12":
A1] Isaie - Ace 4:30
A2] Isaie - Vogue 3:55
A3] Isaie - VICE II 4:44
A4] Isaie - Psycho 3:21
B1] Isaie - Jacuzzi Jacuzzi 4:09
B2] Isaie - Fire in L.A. 3:46
B3] Isaie - Trance Club 4:14
B4] Isaie - Party Mode Boy Hello 4:48
Release Info:
XXX the label presents its new release XXX014. ‘XXX014 - Psycho’ is produced by Isaie, the new live alias from Simon Weiss. Simon Weiss (Isaie Reuling) already made a name for himself with stellar releases on well known labels like Rush Hour & Voyage Direct and the hit ‘Television’.
XXX014 will be a mini-album with eight tracks on vinyl. Each side contains various genre crossing tracks that could be used on different occasions, whether you are in a sweaty basement, a big festival or obscure radioshow, these tracks will do the trick. High energy guaranteed.
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The Populists - A1] The Populists - Horror House 5:59
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The Populists - A2] The Populists - Air Rance 7:28
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The Populists - A3] - The Populists - Cockbox 6:12
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The Populists - B1] The Populists - Horror House (Marc Houle remix) 6:58
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The Populists - B2] The Populists - Air Rance (Coloray remix) 5:01
Genre: EBM, WAVE, Techno,
Tracklist 12":
A1] The Populists - Horror House 5:59
A2] The Populists - Air Rance 7:28
A3] - The Populists - Cockbox 6:12
B1] The Populists - Horror House (Marc Houle remix) 6:58
B2] The Populists - Air Rance (Coloray remix) 5:01
Info:
XXX the label returns strong in 2021 with an original EP by none other than The Populists aka Yan Wagner. Yan Wagner has been making a name for himself in the scene for a while now with his distinctive The Populists sound. XXX012 is no different. With three original tracks on the A-side; EBM, minimalistic synth music, banging drum machines, genre bending, different energy styles, but all are functional club tools in their own way. Just what you would expect from The Populists. The B-side contains two remixes by veteran of the scene Marc Houle and fellow Dutchie Coloray.
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Tracklist 12":
A1] The Populists - Horror House 5:59
A2] The Populists - Air Rance 7:28
A3] - The Populists - Cockbox 6:12
B1] The Populists - Horror House (Marc Houle remix) 6:58
B2] The Populists - Air Rance (Coloray remix) 5:01
Info:
XXX the label returns strong in 2021 with an original EP by none other than The Populists aka Yan Wagner. Yan Wagner has been making a name for himself in the scene for a while now with his distinctive The Populists sound. XXX012 is no different. With three original tracks on the A-side; EBM, minimalistic synth music, banging drum machines, genre bending, different energy styles, but all are functional club tools in their own way. Just what you would expect from The Populists. The B-side contains two remixes by veteran of the scene Marc Houle and fellow Dutchie Coloray.
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Mytron - A1 - MYTRON - NAVIGATOR
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Mytron - A2 - MYTRON - DRAAI (FT. DREEMS)
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Mytron - A3 - MYTRON - ALLGEGENWAERTIG
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Mytron - B1 - MYTRON - ABCD
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Mytron - B2 - MYTRON - PLAZA
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Mytron - B3 - MYTRON - PLAZA (NICK BERLIN NEW BEAT MIX)
Special remarks : New Beat remix by Nick Berlin (aka San Soda)
Genre: Electro, House, New Beat
Tracklist 12":
A1 - MYTRON - NAVIGATOR
A2 - MYTRON - DRAAI (FT. DREEMS)
A3 - MYTRON - ALLGEGENWAERTIG
B1 - MYTRON - ABCD
B2 - MYTRON - PLAZA
B3 - MYTRON - PLAZA (NICK BERLIN NEW BEAT MIX)
Short Info:
XXX011 exists of 5 diverse electronic tracks by Mytron which could be played at every moment.
From high energy dance music, to dream house, to aggressive chug. This EP has it all.
To top it off, the remix by Nick Berlin (aka San Soda) will certainly be liked among new beat lovers.
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Genre: Electro, House, New Beat
Tracklist 12":
A1 - MYTRON - NAVIGATOR
A2 - MYTRON - DRAAI (FT. DREEMS)
A3 - MYTRON - ALLGEGENWAERTIG
B1 - MYTRON - ABCD
B2 - MYTRON - PLAZA
B3 - MYTRON - PLAZA (NICK BERLIN NEW BEAT MIX)
Short Info:
XXX011 exists of 5 diverse electronic tracks by Mytron which could be played at every moment.
From high energy dance music, to dream house, to aggressive chug. This EP has it all.
To top it off, the remix by Nick Berlin (aka San Soda) will certainly be liked among new beat lovers.
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Luca dell'Orso - A1 - LUCA DELL'ORSO - STATIC WORLD
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Luca dell'Orso - A2 - LUCA DELL'ORSO - WRONG
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Luca dell'Orso - A3 - LUCA DELL'ORSO - PATTERNS IN OUR HEAD
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Luca dell'Orso - B1 - LUCA DELL'ORSO - EXCESSIVE DANCE
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Luca dell'Orso - B2 - LUCA DELL'ORSO - EXCESSIVE DANCE [MACHINEGEWEHR REMIX]
Special remarks : remix by Machinegewehr
Genre: Italo
Tracklist 12":
A1 - LUCA DELL'ORSO - STATIC WORLD
A2 - LUCA DELL'ORSO - WRONG
A3 - LUCA DELL'ORSO - PATTERNS IN OUR HEAD
B1 - LUCA DELL'ORSO - EXCESSIVE DANCE
B2 - LUCA DELL'ORSO - EXCESSIVE DANCE [MACHINEGEWEHR REMIX]
Short Info:
XXX009 provided by a really talented guy from the east of the Netherlands who goes by the name of Luca dell'Orso. Full on italo on this ep from high energy italo to more sophisticated slow burners. This ep is showcasing what Luca dell'Orso is capable of.
Machinegewehr on remix duties who takes one of the originals into a more darker approach suitable for dark basements when we're able to party again.
Vital Sales Points:
Already played and supported by Black Madonna, Massimiliano Pagliara amongst others
Artwork by: Niels van Haaften. For this sleeve, instead of using conventional methods for image production, graphic designer Niels van Haaften decided to code his own image processing algorithm from scratch.
The algorithm translated an image of flowers into this colorful and abstract album cover.
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Genre: Italo
Tracklist 12":
A1 - LUCA DELL'ORSO - STATIC WORLD
A2 - LUCA DELL'ORSO - WRONG
A3 - LUCA DELL'ORSO - PATTERNS IN OUR HEAD
B1 - LUCA DELL'ORSO - EXCESSIVE DANCE
B2 - LUCA DELL'ORSO - EXCESSIVE DANCE [MACHINEGEWEHR REMIX]
Short Info:
XXX009 provided by a really talented guy from the east of the Netherlands who goes by the name of Luca dell'Orso. Full on italo on this ep from high energy italo to more sophisticated slow burners. This ep is showcasing what Luca dell'Orso is capable of.
Machinegewehr on remix duties who takes one of the originals into a more darker approach suitable for dark basements when we're able to party again.
Vital Sales Points:
Already played and supported by Black Madonna, Massimiliano Pagliara amongst others
Artwork by: Niels van Haaften. For this sleeve, instead of using conventional methods for image production, graphic designer Niels van Haaften decided to code his own image processing algorithm from scratch.
The algorithm translated an image of flowers into this colorful and abstract album cover.
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Stijn Sadée - Zindagi 6:43
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Stijn Sadée - Dynamite Fishing 5:53
3
Stijn Sadée - Satin 6:00
4
Stijn Sadée - Satin [Manfredas remix] 7:46
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Stijn Sadée - Diving With Humpbacks 7:27
Special remarks : Remix by Manfredas
Tracklist 12":
a1 Stijn Sadée - Zindagi 6:43
a2 Stijn Sadée - Dynamite Fishing 5:53
a3 Stijn Sadée - Satin 6:00
b1 Stijn Sadée - Satin [Manfredas remix] 7:46
b2 Stijn Sadée - Diving With Humpbacks 7:27
Short Info:
XXX starts 2020 fresh with catalog number XXX008. A diverse ep with four original tracks by Stijn Sadée, who had a killer release on Kitjen in 2018. It’s not the first time we see Stijn Sadée releasing on XXX, but this time he delivered a proper EP. Manfredas is on remix duty on the b-side. When Stijn was playing his live set on a festival in Amsterdam Manfredas saw him play. They clicked soundwise and a remix idea was born. Artwork was made by artist Thomas Sadée in collaboration with Stijn himself.
Vital Sales Points:
Already played and supported by massimiliano pagliara, il est vilaine, nuno dos santos, dave harvey, curses and many others
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Tracklist 12":
a1 Stijn Sadée - Zindagi 6:43
a2 Stijn Sadée - Dynamite Fishing 5:53
a3 Stijn Sadée - Satin 6:00
b1 Stijn Sadée - Satin [Manfredas remix] 7:46
b2 Stijn Sadée - Diving With Humpbacks 7:27
Short Info:
XXX starts 2020 fresh with catalog number XXX008. A diverse ep with four original tracks by Stijn Sadée, who had a killer release on Kitjen in 2018. It’s not the first time we see Stijn Sadée releasing on XXX, but this time he delivered a proper EP. Manfredas is on remix duty on the b-side. When Stijn was playing his live set on a festival in Amsterdam Manfredas saw him play. They clicked soundwise and a remix idea was born. Artwork was made by artist Thomas Sadée in collaboration with Stijn himself.
Vital Sales Points:
Already played and supported by massimiliano pagliara, il est vilaine, nuno dos santos, dave harvey, curses and many others
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Special remarks : Split EP with Spencer Miles & Zakmina
Tracklist 12":
A1 Spencer Miles - Left Behind 6:31
A2 Spencer Miles – Inverted Reality 6:06
AA1 Zakmina – GTI 5:47
AA2 Zakmina – Manson Speech 5:35
Short Info:
XXX is back with an Split 12“ EP. On the A side we have Spencer Miles and on the AA side Zakmina. Once again XXX brings artists from all around the globe together on 12“. Spencer Miles brings us some dark brooding tracks all the way from Oregon, while Zakmina from Lithuania adds up to the heat with two bangers that for sure will shudder the dancefloor. The artwork is by upcoming photographer Joost Termeer, who is based in Utrecht in the Netherlands. When he heard the track he thought of fire, which was the inspiration for the artwork. We couldn’t agree more.
Vital Sales Points:
Already played by nd_baumecker, curses, Dixon and many others
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Tracklist 12":
A1 Spencer Miles - Left Behind 6:31
A2 Spencer Miles – Inverted Reality 6:06
AA1 Zakmina – GTI 5:47
AA2 Zakmina – Manson Speech 5:35
Short Info:
XXX is back with an Split 12“ EP. On the A side we have Spencer Miles and on the AA side Zakmina. Once again XXX brings artists from all around the globe together on 12“. Spencer Miles brings us some dark brooding tracks all the way from Oregon, while Zakmina from Lithuania adds up to the heat with two bangers that for sure will shudder the dancefloor. The artwork is by upcoming photographer Joost Termeer, who is based in Utrecht in the Netherlands. When he heard the track he thought of fire, which was the inspiration for the artwork. We couldn’t agree more.
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Already played by nd_baumecker, curses, Dixon and many others
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Younger Than Me - No love no matter
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Younger Than Me - Substance energy
3
Younger Than Me - What’s this sound
4
Younger Than Me - Ceremony
Tracklist 12":
A1] No love no matter
A2] Substance energy
B1] What’s this sound
B2] Ceremony
Short Info:
XXX006 is created by the upcoming duo Younger Than Me. With stellar releases on Bordello A Parigi and Tusk Wax with diverse music that ranges from disco to new wave to what they call themselves '90's rave euphoria’. XXX006 can best be described with one word; Rave.
Artwork by Raymond Teitsma
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Support/played by: Marvin & Guy, Job Jobse, Jennifer Cardini, Roi Perez, Discodromo, Vladimir Ivkovic, Franz Scala, Perel, Pional Musiq, Sean Johnston, Prins Thomas, Curses, Simple Symmetry,
Jason Kendig, Severino
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A1] No love no matter
A2] Substance energy
B1] What’s this sound
B2] Ceremony
Short Info:
XXX006 is created by the upcoming duo Younger Than Me. With stellar releases on Bordello A Parigi and Tusk Wax with diverse music that ranges from disco to new wave to what they call themselves '90's rave euphoria’. XXX006 can best be described with one word; Rave.
Artwork by Raymond Teitsma
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Support/played by: Marvin & Guy, Job Jobse, Jennifer Cardini, Roi Perez, Discodromo, Vladimir Ivkovic, Franz Scala, Perel, Pional Musiq, Sean Johnston, Prins Thomas, Curses, Simple Symmetry,
Jason Kendig, Severino
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Brian Ring - Big Town Boy Small City Dreams
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Brian Ring - Crumbling Chasm
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Brian Ring - Big Town Boy Small City Dreams [Jason Kendig Remix]
4
Brian Ring - Safe Space
Four tracks that capture the various emotional moments of the dance floor. Produced by Brian Ring in Berlin. Remixed by Honey Soundssystem member Jason Kendig in New York.
The photo on the cover comes from established Amsterdam photographer Sander Meisner.
Tracklist:
A1] Big Town Boy Small City Dreams
A2] Crumbling Chasm
B1] Big Town Boy Small City Dreams [Jason Kendig Remix]
B2] Safe Space
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The photo on the cover comes from established Amsterdam photographer Sander Meisner.
Tracklist:
A1] Big Town Boy Small City Dreams
A2] Crumbling Chasm
B1] Big Town Boy Small City Dreams [Jason Kendig Remix]
B2] Safe Space
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Vinyl Only, Hand stamped and hand numbered 12" Vinyl + Downloadlink for bonus track + Sticker
Second and last part of our edit series, pressed on a 12" with sounds from all over the world
Tracklist:
A1] Magnifique
A2] Stijn Sadée
B1] Iñigo Vontier
B2] DJ Rocca
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Second and last part of our edit series, pressed on a 12" with sounds from all over the world
Tracklist:
A1] Magnifique
A2] Stijn Sadée
B1] Iñigo Vontier
B2] DJ Rocca
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12" Compilation (XXX004)
Tracklist info:
XXX004 is a compilation that will take you on a trip full of emotions.
We carefully selected nine different tracks by nine different artists released on two different vinyls, suitable for all type of situations.
Part one is dancefloor ready with four tracks produced by artists from all over Europe. The cover is designed by artofsomething, a well known artist in Amsterdam nightlife. His artwork fits perfectly with the infinite nature of this release.
A1] JMII - Spell
A2] Miskotom - Vila Dei Misteri
B1] Damon Jee - Paranoia
B2] Stijn Sadeé - Moiin
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XXX004 is a compilation that will take you on a trip full of emotions.
We carefully selected nine different tracks by nine different artists released on two different vinyls, suitable for all type of situations.
Part one is dancefloor ready with four tracks produced by artists from all over Europe. The cover is designed by artofsomething, a well known artist in Amsterdam nightlife. His artwork fits perfectly with the infinite nature of this release.
A1] JMII - Spell
A2] Miskotom - Vila Dei Misteri
B1] Damon Jee - Paranoia
B2] Stijn Sadeé - Moiin
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This record is pure Italian craftsmanship and brought to you by Mushrooms Project & Almunia.
Expect dark balearic summer vibes all over this one.
Fellow countrymen Daniele Baldelli & Dionigi gave 'Arena Raindrops' a cosmic makeover.
Artwork coverage comes from the north of The Netherlands where Klaas Jonkman was inspired by the Rupicola Peruvianus to paint the cover of this record.
Enjoy this piece of art.
A1] Mushrooms Project & Almunia - Wave Form
A2] Mushrooms Project & Almunia - Eyo
B1]- Mushrooms Project & Almunia - Arena Raindrops
B2]- Mushrooms Project & Almunia - Arena Raindrops (Daniele Baldelli & Dionigi Remix)
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Expect dark balearic summer vibes all over this one.
Fellow countrymen Daniele Baldelli & Dionigi gave 'Arena Raindrops' a cosmic makeover.
Artwork coverage comes from the north of The Netherlands where Klaas Jonkman was inspired by the Rupicola Peruvianus to paint the cover of this record.
Enjoy this piece of art.
A1] Mushrooms Project & Almunia - Wave Form
A2] Mushrooms Project & Almunia - Eyo
B1]- Mushrooms Project & Almunia - Arena Raindrops
B2]- Mushrooms Project & Almunia - Arena Raindrops (Daniele Baldelli & Dionigi Remix)
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This first release on XXX, will be accompanied with custom made artwork by PATRICK VAN VLIET.
Patrick's work has evolved from pop surrealistic, psychedelic imagery to a Dutch social realism. He incorporates social annoyances and public degeneration from day to day life in his images. These images seem familiar but alienate. Alienation by disrupting the familiar with uncanny elements and deviant colors. A perfect mix for this release.
"It felt like a long wait for us, but finally we can present the first artist on our label XXX; JACK PATTERN". With great honor we introduce to you this collective consists of three producers who live and breath deep in the heart of Switzerland. They delivered four diverse and atmospheric stellar dance floor tracks with serious hints to the late '80s.
A1] Jack Pattern - John Snailhole's Seduction
A2] Jack Pattern - Revolting Stud
B1] Jack Pattern - Strawbery Galaxy
B2] Jack Pattern - Fault Dizziness
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Patrick's work has evolved from pop surrealistic, psychedelic imagery to a Dutch social realism. He incorporates social annoyances and public degeneration from day to day life in his images. These images seem familiar but alienate. Alienation by disrupting the familiar with uncanny elements and deviant colors. A perfect mix for this release.
"It felt like a long wait for us, but finally we can present the first artist on our label XXX; JACK PATTERN". With great honor we introduce to you this collective consists of three producers who live and breath deep in the heart of Switzerland. They delivered four diverse and atmospheric stellar dance floor tracks with serious hints to the late '80s.
A1] Jack Pattern - John Snailhole's Seduction
A2] Jack Pattern - Revolting Stud
B1] Jack Pattern - Strawbery Galaxy
B2] Jack Pattern - Fault Dizziness
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Vinyl Only, Hand stamped and hand numbered 12" Vinyl + Downloadlink for bonus track + Sticker
Tracklist 12":
A1] JMII
A2] Il Est Vilaine
B1] Marvin & Guy
B2] SHMLSS
Digital Bonus Track: Marvin & Guy
Textextext -
"The first part of our limited edit series.
Four obscure electronic edits pressed on a 12" plus a digital bonus track. Look out for part two following later this year".
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Tracklist 12":
A1] JMII
A2] Il Est Vilaine
B1] Marvin & Guy
B2] SHMLSS
Digital Bonus Track: Marvin & Guy
Textextext -
"The first part of our limited edit series.
Four obscure electronic edits pressed on a 12" plus a digital bonus track. Look out for part two following later this year".
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Welcome to Smallville, Dana!
With being a DJ and producer, running a label and a record-store, Dana and Smallville
have been soulmates for long and following the same paths. We are very happy to
present her 12“ with crispy dancefloor-feels, heavy basses and irresistible grooves.
Full cover artwork as always by Stefan Marx.
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Mastering by Gabriele Carasco
Vinyl Cut by Dubplates+Mastering
Artwork and Typography by Stefan Marx
Distributed by Wordandsound
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B2 Reach Out For Me
Release Info:
Welcome to Smallville, Dana!
With being a DJ and producer, running a label and a record-store, Dana and Smallville
have been soulmates for long and following the same paths. We are very happy to
present her 12“ with crispy dancefloor-feels, heavy basses and irresistible grooves.
Full cover artwork as always by Stefan Marx.
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Mastering by Gabriele Carasco
Vinyl Cut by Dubplates+Mastering
Artwork and Typography by Stefan Marx
Distributed by Wordandsound
Smallville, 2023
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Format Notes: 2023 First time Worldwide issue, 2 x 140g vinyl, remastered for this edition by Simon Francis
Vinyl Track List:
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A3 Alicia
B1 Combustione Lenta
B2 Night Cruise
B3 Waves and Rays
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C2 Area Code 868
C3 Sand Steps
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D2 Yasmin's Theme
D3 Asafuji
Release Notes:
Balearic believers rejoice! Japanese tropical-fusioneers Coastlines are back with the worldwide vinyl release of Coastlines 2. The follow-up to their classic debut, this is the sound of Coastlines's global influences. If the dedication to intricate sonic details is particularly Japanese, the overarching feel captures the sprawling grandeur of the international balearic community. As they put it, Coastlines 2 presents "a more precise and beautifully polished magic hour." If that isn't Balearic, we don't know what is.
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Opener "Tenderly" is appropriately titled, a gentle Latin shuffle easing you back into the Coastlines sound. An organ-heavy synthy exotica that's in step with Lovelock's contemporaneous "Washington Park". Their über-horizontal take on Hawkshaw & Bennett's "Mile High Swinger" (from Synthesiser And Percussion, reissued by Be With!) evokes cocktails-by-the-pool as the sun slowly sets. The blunted deep jazz-funk swing of "Alicia" is a rearranged reimagining of the Gabor Szabo song from his classic Jazz Raga LP. This here sounds like an outtake from The Chronic.
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The bouncy futureboogie cosmic chug of "Sky Island" represents the beginning of the sunrise, casting images of 80s Japanese fusion and definitely one to play out early doors to get the crowd stepping. "Area Code 868" is the strutting staccato sound of Joe Sample waking up in the Caribbean to craft his piano funk drenched in sunshine. Accordingly, the tentative, naive melodies of "Sand Steps" represent that vivid feeling first thing in the morning, as you step on to the sandy beach in the sunshine and take a deep breath. The world is yours.
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Coastlines 2 was painstakingly crafted, across the pandemic, at Masanori's rented place in Tokyo and then brought back to his home studio and worked on slowly and repeatedly. With limited time to see each other, the duo became more united in their "consciousness with natural progress."
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Vinyl Track List:
A1 Tenderly
A2 Mile High Swinger
A3 Alicia
B1 Combustione Lenta
B2 Night Cruise
B3 Waves and Rays
C1 Sky Island
C2 Area Code 868
C3 Sand Steps
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Cat-No:CCR-009
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TRACKLISTS:
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B01 – STRANGER IN A STRANGE LAND (Club Mix) 7:31
4. VITAL SALES POINTS:
"CCR - Club Culture Rarities" the record label exclusively dedicated to re-prints of cult and rare 12” taken form Expanded Music’s labels.
The 9th release on "CCR - Club Culture Rarities" Stranger In a Strange Land of N.O.I.A. originally released on Italian Records in 1983
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SPECIAL EDITION 12” single RED vinyl /400 copies
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GENRE/S:
Italo Disco
TRACKLISTS:
A01 – STRANGER IN A STRANGE LAND (Vocal Extended) 6:50
B01 – STRANGER IN A STRANGE LAND (Club Mix) 7:31
4. VITAL SALES POINTS:
"CCR - Club Culture Rarities" the record label exclusively dedicated to re-prints of cult and rare 12” taken form Expanded Music’s labels.
The 9th release on "CCR - Club Culture Rarities" Stranger In a Strange Land of N.O.I.A. originally released on Italian Records in 1983
Ask for it and stay tuned.
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IURY LECH - Cuando Rocio Dispara Sus Flechas
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NON EXCL-LP LIMITED TO 500 COPIES + insert with photos and info
This is a very serene, almost entracing record that seems to inhabit its very own space, between "classical" ambient music (Eno, Budd), "systems music" (Reich, Glass, Riley, Hassell), japanese kankyo ongaku (Hiroshi Yoshimura, Takashi Kokubo), even hinting at what would become 90's ambient electronica (B12, Nuron, SAWII-era Aphex Twin or the Fax +49-69/40464 label). Actually, Lech would be one of the few artists to perform at the first-ever Sonar Festival (Barcelona) back in 1994 (together with Suso Saiz, Esplendor Geometrico, Mixmaster Morris or Laurent Garnier).
A key early effort from this musician and A/V artist whose career spans well over thirty years and a miriad of works, performances and instalations: Art Futura, Sonar, ISEA, Ars Electrónica (Austria), Festival Videoformes (France), Festival de Nuevas Músicas (Madrid & Sevilla), Ciclo Experimental LEM (Barcelona), Knitting Factory (New York), The Korner (Taipei), Festival Pop Komm (Cologne-Germany), Festival Experimenta (Madrid), Festival DAFT @ Taipei (Taiwan), ART BEIJING, Festival EXIS @ Seúl (South Korea), JMAF (Tokio, Japan) or Artefact:Chernobil 33 (Kiev-Ukraine).
The Wah Wah edition has been mastered from the original tapes, reproduces the original sleeve artwork and and features an insert with photos and info.
It is a strictly limited edition of 500 copies only.
Tracklisting:
A1 Cuando Rocio Dispara Sus Flechas
A2 Barreras
A3 De La Melancolia
B1 Ukraïna
B2 Posmeridiano
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This is a very serene, almost entracing record that seems to inhabit its very own space, between "classical" ambient music (Eno, Budd), "systems music" (Reich, Glass, Riley, Hassell), japanese kankyo ongaku (Hiroshi Yoshimura, Takashi Kokubo), even hinting at what would become 90's ambient electronica (B12, Nuron, SAWII-era Aphex Twin or the Fax +49-69/40464 label). Actually, Lech would be one of the few artists to perform at the first-ever Sonar Festival (Barcelona) back in 1994 (together with Suso Saiz, Esplendor Geometrico, Mixmaster Morris or Laurent Garnier).
A key early effort from this musician and A/V artist whose career spans well over thirty years and a miriad of works, performances and instalations: Art Futura, Sonar, ISEA, Ars Electrónica (Austria), Festival Videoformes (France), Festival de Nuevas Músicas (Madrid & Sevilla), Ciclo Experimental LEM (Barcelona), Knitting Factory (New York), The Korner (Taipei), Festival Pop Komm (Cologne-Germany), Festival Experimenta (Madrid), Festival DAFT @ Taipei (Taiwan), ART BEIJING, Festival EXIS @ Seúl (South Korea), JMAF (Tokio, Japan) or Artefact:Chernobil 33 (Kiev-Ukraine).
The Wah Wah edition has been mastered from the original tapes, reproduces the original sleeve artwork and and features an insert with photos and info.
It is a strictly limited edition of 500 copies only.
Tracklisting:
A1 Cuando Rocio Dispara Sus Flechas
A2 Barreras
A3 De La Melancolia
B1 Ukraïna
B2 Posmeridiano
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Psychemagik - Another Day In Paradise
2
Psychemagik - Do It 'Til You're Satisfied
Next up on Undercover Lovers we have a really fun and oddball French Zouk version of 'Another Day In Paradise' and a super Funky, slow Disco/Street Soul version of 'Do It Till You're Satisfied'
Hopefully delivering another double AA 12" for your listening and disc jockeying discernment!
Enjoy T&D x
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Hopefully delivering another double AA 12" for your listening and disc jockeying discernment!
Enjoy T&D x
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Enji - A1) Hungun
2
Enji - A2) Ulbar
3
Enji - A3) Ergelt
4
Enji - A4) Unadag Dugui
5
Enji - A5) Gerhol
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Enji - A6) Eejiinhee Hairaar
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Enji - B1) Zuirmegleh
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Enji - B2) Much
9
Enji - B3) Neke
10
Enji - B4) Old Folks
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Enji - B5) Bayar Tai
LP
Special remarks: 180g
Tracklist:
A1) Hungun 03:39 min
A2) Ulbar 04:01 min
A3) Ergelt 02:48 min
A4) Unadag Dugui 02:19 min
A5) Gerhol 04:03 min
A6) Eejiinhee Hairaar 03:30 min
B1) Zuirmegleh 03:25 min
B2) Much 03:02 min
B3) Neke 02:00 min
B4) Old Folks 08:39 min
B5) Bayar Tai 02:28 min
Info:
For a few fleeting moments during a sunset, the sky is cast a vivid shade of amber. A dramatic flare of colour, a moment belonging to both the day and the night. It is within this vibrant, ephemeral world, that Mongolian-born, Munich-based Enji has written her new album Sonor.
Sonor is a reflection of Enji's personal evolution and the complex emotions that accompany living between two worlds. The album's themes revolve around the unplaceable feeling of being between cultures, not as a source of conflict, but as a space for growth and self-discovery. Enji explores how distance from her traditional Mongolian roots has shaped her identity, and how returning home brings a heightened awareness of these changes. Backed by a band of renowned jazz musicians (Elias Stemeseder on piano, Robert Landfermann on bass, Julian Sartorius on drums and co-composer Paul Brändle on guitar), Enji isn't just revisiting tradition, she's distilling the feeling of home, of small joys that reveal their significance only when viewed from afar.
Like a familiar song hummed by a parent, her music captures the essence of belonging, not tied to a single place, but to the emotions and memories that shape us.
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Special remarks: 180g
Tracklist:
A1) Hungun 03:39 min
A2) Ulbar 04:01 min
A3) Ergelt 02:48 min
A4) Unadag Dugui 02:19 min
A5) Gerhol 04:03 min
A6) Eejiinhee Hairaar 03:30 min
B1) Zuirmegleh 03:25 min
B2) Much 03:02 min
B3) Neke 02:00 min
B4) Old Folks 08:39 min
B5) Bayar Tai 02:28 min
Info:
For a few fleeting moments during a sunset, the sky is cast a vivid shade of amber. A dramatic flare of colour, a moment belonging to both the day and the night. It is within this vibrant, ephemeral world, that Mongolian-born, Munich-based Enji has written her new album Sonor.
Sonor is a reflection of Enji's personal evolution and the complex emotions that accompany living between two worlds. The album's themes revolve around the unplaceable feeling of being between cultures, not as a source of conflict, but as a space for growth and self-discovery. Enji explores how distance from her traditional Mongolian roots has shaped her identity, and how returning home brings a heightened awareness of these changes. Backed by a band of renowned jazz musicians (Elias Stemeseder on piano, Robert Landfermann on bass, Julian Sartorius on drums and co-composer Paul Brändle on guitar), Enji isn't just revisiting tradition, she's distilling the feeling of home, of small joys that reveal their significance only when viewed from afar.
Like a familiar song hummed by a parent, her music captures the essence of belonging, not tied to a single place, but to the emotions and memories that shape us.
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Eira Haul - A1. Forest Beams
2
Eira Haul - A2. Oak
3
Eira Haul - A3. Oak (Tornado Wallace Lights Off Mix)
4
Eira Haul - B1. Cosmic Body
5
Eira Haul - B2. Kilim
Vinyl + MP3 Download Code
Edition Akasha launches with 'Forest Beams' by Eira Haul, proudly presenting a sonic crosscut of the Berlin artist's captivating take on UK textures and tempos, fused by a visceral feel for bright melodic touches.
A1. Forest Beams
A2. Oak
A3. Oak (Tornado Wallace Lights Off Mix)
B1. Cosmic Body
B2. Kilim
Short info:
EN
Dark is the forest and deep, and overhead
Hang stars like seeds of light
In vain, though not since they were sown was bred
Anything more bright.
Edition Akasha launches with 'Forest Beams' by Eira Haul, proudly presenting a sonic crosscut of the Berlin artist's captivating take on UK textures and tempos, fused by a visceral feel for bright melodic touches.
As the rude bass stepper 'Forest Beams' rubs shoulders with the jovial, off-kilter techno of 'Oak', and the trance trip 'Cosmic Body' takes flight towards the introspective halftimer 'Kilim', euphoria and melancholy waltz in harmony atop soaring beats throughout this nod to Akasha Festival's Forest floor. At midpoint, Tornado Wallace compliments the tour de force that is EDAK001 with his 'Lights Off Mix' of 'Oak' - a cheeky balearic breakbeat rendition bringing summer firmly into focus.
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Edition Akasha launches with 'Forest Beams' by Eira Haul, proudly presenting a sonic crosscut of the Berlin artist's captivating take on UK textures and tempos, fused by a visceral feel for bright melodic touches.
A1. Forest Beams
A2. Oak
A3. Oak (Tornado Wallace Lights Off Mix)
B1. Cosmic Body
B2. Kilim
Short info:
EN
Dark is the forest and deep, and overhead
Hang stars like seeds of light
In vain, though not since they were sown was bred
Anything more bright.
Edition Akasha launches with 'Forest Beams' by Eira Haul, proudly presenting a sonic crosscut of the Berlin artist's captivating take on UK textures and tempos, fused by a visceral feel for bright melodic touches.
As the rude bass stepper 'Forest Beams' rubs shoulders with the jovial, off-kilter techno of 'Oak', and the trance trip 'Cosmic Body' takes flight towards the introspective halftimer 'Kilim', euphoria and melancholy waltz in harmony atop soaring beats throughout this nod to Akasha Festival's Forest floor. At midpoint, Tornado Wallace compliments the tour de force that is EDAK001 with his 'Lights Off Mix' of 'Oak' - a cheeky balearic breakbeat rendition bringing summer firmly into focus.
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SPECIAL REMARKS : 12” with black sleeve, 150g Vinyl
Tracklist:
A1 - ALIENS FROM ANOTHER DIMENSION, B1 - PROPHET FUNK, B2 - MESSAGE TO THE STARS (DUBSTRUMENTAL)
Shortinfo:
Mr Tophat, an enigmatic Swedish house head who's awkward grooves and unconventional arrangements has heads nodding across the universe.
From Another Dimension EP was inspired by his addiction to the club tracks that Music For Freaks originally released, with Rob Mello’s No Ears Dub version of Discorobot in his top 10 tracks of all time.
Here, Mr Tophat generously serves up 3 of his textbook trips down the rabbit hole. This is entertainment for the freakiest of people. Aliens From Another Dimension is a squeeky adventure in sound, navigating the inner workings of Mr Tophats imagination and penchant for Sci-Fi.
Prophet Funk is a chugging, progressive slice of hip house surrealism. Its quirky call and response melodies and gawky vocals are straight out of an episode of the Twilight Zone.
Message To The Stars is a love song to the multiverse and the stars that reside within her. A funky breakbeat is underpinned by discordant melodies and lead lines that resonate with the head and the hear
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Tracklist:
A1 - ALIENS FROM ANOTHER DIMENSION, B1 - PROPHET FUNK, B2 - MESSAGE TO THE STARS (DUBSTRUMENTAL)
Shortinfo:
Mr Tophat, an enigmatic Swedish house head who's awkward grooves and unconventional arrangements has heads nodding across the universe.
From Another Dimension EP was inspired by his addiction to the club tracks that Music For Freaks originally released, with Rob Mello’s No Ears Dub version of Discorobot in his top 10 tracks of all time.
Here, Mr Tophat generously serves up 3 of his textbook trips down the rabbit hole. This is entertainment for the freakiest of people. Aliens From Another Dimension is a squeeky adventure in sound, navigating the inner workings of Mr Tophats imagination and penchant for Sci-Fi.
Prophet Funk is a chugging, progressive slice of hip house surrealism. Its quirky call and response melodies and gawky vocals are straight out of an episode of the Twilight Zone.
Message To The Stars is a love song to the multiverse and the stars that reside within her. A funky breakbeat is underpinned by discordant melodies and lead lines that resonate with the head and the hear
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Pallas - Ulysses Horizons (2025 Adios Adonis Version)
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Pallas - Ulysses Horizons (Gerd Janson Extended DJ Version)
3
Pallas - Flowerdale Beach
4
Pallas - Are You In Heaven?
Tracklist:
A1. Ulysses Horizons (2025 Adios Adonis Version)
A2. Ulysses Horizons (Gerd Janson Extended DJ Version)
A2. Flowerdale Beach
B1. Are You In Heaven?
"Are You in Heaven?" was famously shouted by Roxy DJ Eddy de Clercq to the crowd at one of the very first legendary house parties in Amsterdam. This phrase not only symbolizes an iconic moment that captured the spirit of the era—it’s also the title of one of the three tracks featured here.
In 1991, inspired by the dance music craze that swept across Europe at the time, Arnoud Winkler and Jochem Peteri (who would later become the one-man supergroup Newworldaquarium) produced music that is equal parts euphoric, emotive, vital, and vibrant—youthful in spirit, naive yet clever. A European translation of a US-American art form, born from pure enthusiasm and concentrated passion for a culture that, to this day, continues to resonate universally.
Originally released on Lower East Side Records, the story told here is full of rave symbolism, after-party joy, and literal can-you-feel-it moments: rattling sub-bass, blissful pads, whispering voices, dub techniques, and subconscious peak-time signals.
Complemented by a new edit of Ulysses Horizon by Gerd Janson (alongside a revised version of the original), alongside Flowerdale Beach, and Are You in Heaven?, the music here hasn’t lost a single inch of its charm or allure. A taste of Dutch house deluxe.
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A1. Ulysses Horizons (2025 Adios Adonis Version)
A2. Ulysses Horizons (Gerd Janson Extended DJ Version)
A2. Flowerdale Beach
B1. Are You In Heaven?
"Are You in Heaven?" was famously shouted by Roxy DJ Eddy de Clercq to the crowd at one of the very first legendary house parties in Amsterdam. This phrase not only symbolizes an iconic moment that captured the spirit of the era—it’s also the title of one of the three tracks featured here.
In 1991, inspired by the dance music craze that swept across Europe at the time, Arnoud Winkler and Jochem Peteri (who would later become the one-man supergroup Newworldaquarium) produced music that is equal parts euphoric, emotive, vital, and vibrant—youthful in spirit, naive yet clever. A European translation of a US-American art form, born from pure enthusiasm and concentrated passion for a culture that, to this day, continues to resonate universally.
Originally released on Lower East Side Records, the story told here is full of rave symbolism, after-party joy, and literal can-you-feel-it moments: rattling sub-bass, blissful pads, whispering voices, dub techniques, and subconscious peak-time signals.
Complemented by a new edit of Ulysses Horizon by Gerd Janson (alongside a revised version of the original), alongside Flowerdale Beach, and Are You in Heaven?, the music here hasn’t lost a single inch of its charm or allure. A taste of Dutch house deluxe.
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Label:Be With Records
Cat-No:bewith070LP
Release-Date:27.09.2019
Genre:Alternative/Electronic
Configuration:LP Excl
Label:Be With Records
Cat-No:bewith070LP
Release-Date:27.09.2019
Genre:Alternative/Electronic
Configuration:LP Excl
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Smith & Mudd - Gardner (4:03)
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Smith & Mudd - Innerspace (4:22)
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Smith & Mudd - Weilerswist (3:14)
4
Smith & Mudd - Away From Me (6:56)
5
Smith & Mudd - Kölner Street (3:52)
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Smith & Mudd - Tea With Holger (4:12)
Territories: Worldwide no exceptions
Format: LP
Format Notes: 140g vinyl, a full album of new music presented as a classic KPM K1000 green sleeve library LP
EAN: 4251648414094
Track List:
A1 : Gardner (4:03)
A2 : Innerspace (4:22)
A3 : Weilerswist (3:14)
B1 : Away From Me (6:56)
B2 : Kölner Street (3:52)
B3 : Tea With Holger (4:12)
Release Notes:
It seems KPM have long been fans of Smith and Mudd and, after being introduced to each other by mutual friend Andy Allday, the peerless Balearic maestros were invited to contribute to the library label’s digital-only “Album Shorts” project. The results are predictably wonderful.
With past projects under our belt working with everyone involved so far it made perfect sense for Be With to take on the vinyl release of this instant library classic. But why is it called “Tea With Holger”?
“Holger” is of course Holger Czukay and the whole LP is dedicated to Smith and Mudd’s time spent with him and Ursa Major at Can’s famous Inner Space Studio in Weilerswist, near Cologne.
When not recording it seems they spent a great deal of time sat around being entertained by Holger’s stories and drinking many cups of different sorts of tea from all over the world. These moments provide some their fondest memories of their visits:
“Looking back, it was pretty incredible that we spent part of our lives with Holger in one of the most magical places we’ve ever known, Inner Space Studio. We have our memories and, of course, the Bison album we made with him. But to honour the time we spent with him, we wanted to dedicate an album to him called ‘Tea With Holger’. The names of the tracks are about that time.”
The album was recorded over several years in London, Margate and Gorthleck, a small hamlet in the Scottish Highlands. Mike Piggott, who played with Bert Jansch, handled the strings and played violin whilst Sam Creer lent his virtuoso cello work to the proceedings. The sessions employed a key recording technique from their time with Holger: hit record and play. They wanted to capture magical improvisational moments live and not do the work later on in editing.
In their own words (and in classic library record sleeve style) these tracks are collectively described as “Balearic themes including breezy soul, sun-dappled melodies, warm pianos and sweeping strings”. You want to hear this, right?
The album is vintage Smith and Mudd. The gentle piano ushering in opening track “The Gardener” is soon joined by low, bubbling drums. When the time is just right, lush guitars glisten above a Welsh language vocal that floats like silk. Easy as a sea breeze. “Innerspace” is of course a nod to Can’s aforementioned studio. Dark, heavy piano meets rolling drums before warm chords and luscious strings take over, gliding over moody grooves to drive you home. Closing out side A, “Weilerswist” delivers more beautifully rolling piano and guitars over thumping cellos and building drums.
Side B opens with the full, string-enhanced version of “Away From Me”. This is Smith and Mudd’s prefered version and it’s only available here on this vinyl issue. For us it’s the standout on this all-highlight album. Tribal tones, piano and cello set a melodic staccato for violin to soar over while rolling piano lines and gospel organ chords descend into a drum drop that leads to a glorious vocal lead finale.
Distant synths introduce sun-drenched guitars and uplifting strings in “Kölner Street”, before a spacey Moog solo leads to a spellbinding, sci-fi drop. The sunshine returns before the track ends. The album closes with “Tea With Holger”. Airy vocal swells are punctuated by plucked cellos and picked guitars, all wonderfully warmed by a soulful piano.
Cut by Pete Norman and pressed in the Netherlands by Record Industry, “Tea With Holger” comes in a classic KPM green sleeve complete with track descriptions from Smith and Mudd themselves. The finishing visual touches come courtesy of Richard Robinson. We’ve given this record the same care and attention as we give to each our KPM re-issues, and it’s just as essential.
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Format: LP
Format Notes: 140g vinyl, a full album of new music presented as a classic KPM K1000 green sleeve library LP
EAN: 4251648414094
Track List:
A1 : Gardner (4:03)
A2 : Innerspace (4:22)
A3 : Weilerswist (3:14)
B1 : Away From Me (6:56)
B2 : Kölner Street (3:52)
B3 : Tea With Holger (4:12)
Release Notes:
It seems KPM have long been fans of Smith and Mudd and, after being introduced to each other by mutual friend Andy Allday, the peerless Balearic maestros were invited to contribute to the library label’s digital-only “Album Shorts” project. The results are predictably wonderful.
With past projects under our belt working with everyone involved so far it made perfect sense for Be With to take on the vinyl release of this instant library classic. But why is it called “Tea With Holger”?
“Holger” is of course Holger Czukay and the whole LP is dedicated to Smith and Mudd’s time spent with him and Ursa Major at Can’s famous Inner Space Studio in Weilerswist, near Cologne.
When not recording it seems they spent a great deal of time sat around being entertained by Holger’s stories and drinking many cups of different sorts of tea from all over the world. These moments provide some their fondest memories of their visits:
“Looking back, it was pretty incredible that we spent part of our lives with Holger in one of the most magical places we’ve ever known, Inner Space Studio. We have our memories and, of course, the Bison album we made with him. But to honour the time we spent with him, we wanted to dedicate an album to him called ‘Tea With Holger’. The names of the tracks are about that time.”
The album was recorded over several years in London, Margate and Gorthleck, a small hamlet in the Scottish Highlands. Mike Piggott, who played with Bert Jansch, handled the strings and played violin whilst Sam Creer lent his virtuoso cello work to the proceedings. The sessions employed a key recording technique from their time with Holger: hit record and play. They wanted to capture magical improvisational moments live and not do the work later on in editing.
In their own words (and in classic library record sleeve style) these tracks are collectively described as “Balearic themes including breezy soul, sun-dappled melodies, warm pianos and sweeping strings”. You want to hear this, right?
The album is vintage Smith and Mudd. The gentle piano ushering in opening track “The Gardener” is soon joined by low, bubbling drums. When the time is just right, lush guitars glisten above a Welsh language vocal that floats like silk. Easy as a sea breeze. “Innerspace” is of course a nod to Can’s aforementioned studio. Dark, heavy piano meets rolling drums before warm chords and luscious strings take over, gliding over moody grooves to drive you home. Closing out side A, “Weilerswist” delivers more beautifully rolling piano and guitars over thumping cellos and building drums.
Side B opens with the full, string-enhanced version of “Away From Me”. This is Smith and Mudd’s prefered version and it’s only available here on this vinyl issue. For us it’s the standout on this all-highlight album. Tribal tones, piano and cello set a melodic staccato for violin to soar over while rolling piano lines and gospel organ chords descend into a drum drop that leads to a glorious vocal lead finale.
Distant synths introduce sun-drenched guitars and uplifting strings in “Kölner Street”, before a spacey Moog solo leads to a spellbinding, sci-fi drop. The sunshine returns before the track ends. The album closes with “Tea With Holger”. Airy vocal swells are punctuated by plucked cellos and picked guitars, all wonderfully warmed by a soulful piano.
Cut by Pete Norman and pressed in the Netherlands by Record Industry, “Tea With Holger” comes in a classic KPM green sleeve complete with track descriptions from Smith and Mudd themselves. The finishing visual touches come courtesy of Richard Robinson. We’ve given this record the same care and attention as we give to each our KPM re-issues, and it’s just as essential.
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