Underground electro-cult figures, ALIEN FM (Anthony'Blaktony' Horton & Keith'K-1' Tucker) return to the reactivated Puzzlebox label for 2020...and beyond.

1) "Monochromatic Images"- Flooded with spatial rhythms and atmosphere, the title tracks leads you into the eps theme. Echoed computerized vocals riding into spaced out beats from the two interstellar travelers.

2) "Record Man"- Signature K-1 big beats accompanied by a Blaktony vocal arrangement brings the formula for this 'dedication to vinyl lovers' song worldwide. A salute to the industry standard and new anthem for the format. Featuring a guest appearance by Kelyn McKnight (K-1s daughter).

3) "Out There"- Big, bad jeep-beat drama for heads. Deep and emotionally driven for your mind and body. 4) "Out There (K-1 remix)"- Certified a cosmic ass-whooping' of a track and take no prisoners approach by Dj K-1's remix. Block-rocking beats, futuristic backdrops. Monstrous. More

1995: On the edge of one of the most expressive decades in electronic music, ‘Alien FM’ gave birth to it’s visionary sonic stew; A mixture of techno/electro/ambience and conception to the global ears world-wide. Then, disappeared without a trace (???). 2013: The signal has been Re-Activated…. ” Large Mechanics” – Thunderous beats battle manic arps as the duo drop a vocal treatment on how its done, & how it is. Raw, Fast, and Massive…. Big tunage for a big return to the recording studio & dancefloors. ” It’s All About The Bangin” – Keeping with the theme of the EP, the duo lay down a maximum big room monster intended for the last wallflower as well as the serious party-animal. Minimalistic 4×4 married to magical chords with the hot & cool vocal trade–off….Celebration Techno. ” Large Mechanics (Modulation Dub Mix) – Stripped & delivered proper by Detroit’s own DJ K1. Straight, no chaser.” Alien FM Mantra (Station to Station ID) – Not a track, but a vocal ID directly from the groups antenna/Used as a DJ tool voice over in sets…. Eerie broadcasted vocal concept and description left clear of music. A Puzzlebox recordings staple.
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Keith Tucker and Gerald Donald of Dopplereffekt did it......They finally got together two of the originators from the monumental Detroit electronic groups Aux88 and Drexciya. The combination of these two musicians has created a retro bombardment of funk as only Keith Tucker and Gerald Donald can bring.
That unearthly eerie funk and strings from other worlds. This release gives a sense of a melding of Cybotron and Kraftwerk....That snappy intelligent funk that Detroit so heavily influenced and unleashed to the universe

1) "Star Gazing"- Is reminiscent of Cybotrons eclectic funk style with Tucker unmistakable electronic vocals and electronic beats slapping you in the face.

2) "Telescope Array"- Is an extension of Gerald Donald legendary aliases that give listeners that cold minimal drum and beautiful arps that hypnotize. Thumping bass line and .....bonus vocal interlude at the end of this interstellar track More

* "ON MY COMPUTER" *
- Holding down the A side of this must-have gem, the legendary K-1 serves a fresh cut of minimalistic electro funk from his
archives.
Robotic Kraftwerkican vocal stylings, deep beats, and a dope rolling bassline in true Puzzlebox fashion...
Specially prepared for the speaker bins by one of the best.
Proper & smooth.


* "THE PEOPLE" *
- Representing the B side, Eastside Detroit party rocker Dj MAACO delivers a phat layer of layed back funk.
Synthetic p-funk vocals spread across chilled out Motown bounce and sick rhythms.
Perfect for that late night drive or party groove...A nice output from the 'Detroit In Effect' (D.I.E.) main man.
A sure fire release and funk influence ride by both electro bass mavericks of Detroit's eastside.
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White Vinyl!

LINEAR MOTION
Epic arp sequences dancing around solid synth stabs and minimal percussion. Movingly imaginative and thought provoking techno.

ECHOES
Absolute dreamy progressions turn into a 4x4 techno stomper.
Early Detroit funk-influenced bass lines perfectly meshed within the atmosphere of an alien world.

METALLICS
Drama filled bell tones, eerie synth leads. Killer dance material for peak hours.
A joy for serious techno missionaries and a show & prove moment for Djs.
Red hot funk & straight to the point.

SEQUENCE IN TIME
Futuristic magic landscapes, then that signature rubbery Keith Tucker baseline.
Then...the perfect kick. Living up to its title, this track takes More

Puzzlebox Records Classic Electro / Techno Label Returns. Label owner Keith Tucker aka K-1 is back with his own Brand of Electro Funk with infectious bass lines and unmistakable vocals from one of the genres hardest working artist and label owners.

Over the years Tucker has done it all from visuals for live shows , label art work, dj’ing all over the world to also touring as a founding member of Aux88.

His new release is “Modular World “side A is an electro banger with Tuckers amazing arpeggiator work reminiscent of his great Optic Nerve techno alias. Modular World has a hypnotizing arp and Funky bassline that hits your soul and quickly programs your mind to
dance mode. The haunting Vocal and electronic vocoder work is unmistakable K-1 at his best. Listen to the way he combines his
voices to form his own distinct sound.

Side B. “Schematix” brings this special two track ep to A thunderous boom with a more retro bass styling that shows his programming skills, K-1 is able to manipulate his mixes to showcase his intelligent techno side with the street funk of Detroit. “Schematix” dark sci-fi drone vocals kick off the k-1 mix to get any crowd to run to the dance floor. More

Underground electro-cult figures, ALIEN FM (Anthony'Blaktony' Horton & Keith'K-1' Tucker) return to the reactivated Puzzlebox label for 2020...and beyond.

1) "Monochromatic Images"- Flooded with spatial rhythms and atmosphere, the title tracks leads you into the eps theme. Echoed computerized vocals riding into spaced out beats from the two interstellar travelers.

2) "Record Man"- Signature K-1 big beats accompanied by a Blaktony vocal arrangement brings the formula for this 'dedication to vinyl lovers' song worldwide. A salute to the industry standard and new anthem for the format. Featuring a guest appearance by Kelyn McKnight (K-1s daughter).

3) "Out There"- Big, bad jeep-beat drama for heads. Deep and emotionally driven for your mind and body. 4) "Out There (K-1 remix)"- Certified a cosmic ass-whooping' of a track and take no prisoners approach by Dj K-1's remix. Block-rocking beats, futuristic backdrops. Monstrous. More

K1 / MARTY BONDS ......A soon to be electro/bass classic, the track gets body’s jumping with a killer bubbly bass line in true 'K1' fashion. Hard drums, infectious bass, alien-like signature vocals to show off Keith Tuckers writing skills...the full package of Detroit funk and originally. Thoughtfully completed with an "instrumental" and a "Bassapella" version for those who like to manipulate their mix.
* "TO FLY"
An electro masterpiece brought to you by the legendary producer Mr. Marty Bonds. Deep street bass dances amongst the spectral electronic percussions and commanding vocal in an intense mission for those who like to get their groove on. Also a head-nod to the"Hellraiser 2" sample that inspired this composition. Heavy stuff as Marty Bonds goes into a whole new bag from his Detroit techno origins... A must hear & have More

”Gateway” The opening track leads you through a universe of cosmic melodies and imagination into a new atmosphere. Deep kicks ride along bubbled bass lines, rave-y stabs, and sinister Detroit strings.*

"LIGHT SPAN" * Huge drum work and clever percussion take us further into the void covered with gorgeous arps & snappy snares. Definitely a sound of the time as well as the future, taking the listeners back to the 90's rave era with its massive bass stabs. Enjoyable journey music.

* "NEBULA 7" *A fine taste of Detroit techno string work and arrangement, the EP's ending track pushes the ear to the final elements of the journey. Haunting voices, funky space bass and futuristic cool. Well chilled and served perfectly as a completion of the EP, this track rounds out the 'Trilogy Wave' series concept of the group in this 1995 popular recording reissue. More

This track is a huge Detroit synth- / strings affair in the fashion of Los Hermanos. The kick drum is very hard. With the bassline, you sometimes have three melodies at once. Very groovy and funky track, highly danceable. Perfect for outdoor events because of its rather buoyant character.

The talent on this Repressing is monumental Optic Nerve, Strand, Posatronix and Marty Bonds. This is a must have repressing that has been requested to be repressed by the most popular dj’s in the business. Dedicated to Juan Atkins and the spirit of Metroplex Records. This ep was originally called the Metroplex Social Club. More

Repress!
Face your Fate" is a classic futuristic battle jam for all electro warriors. First ever electro battle record when Tucker aka K1 left the Group AUX88 in1995, armed with his writing partner Blak Tony......Lyrics are the key to this classic . Blak Tony kills it with his blistering vocal writing...If you haven’t heard this classic where have you been.

Area 51 is Keith Tuckers early montage into his more minimal style of electro that gives his early work that bridge between Cybotron and Aux88 Street beats that can play in the hood as well as the world stage

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Repress!
From the minds that brought the world Aux 88 and Direct BeatRecords, the AUXMEN are back with more of that futuristic electro flavor that's got the Motor City stamp all over it. "We Rock Like This" is a true Detroit anthem, with a pumped-upminimal electro beat mixing with a dope spoken word vocal from the Auxmen themselves. Flip for the moody bleak soundscape of "Snowfall on a Rosebush" and a super handy acapella of "We Rock Like This." More

OPTIC NERVE / STRAND ......define Detroit techno definitively and beautifully through their respective sense of dance from the Motor City. The 12 inch kicks off with the voice of Brian Bonds from Strand simply stating what you are in for and it is indeed a treat. The "Optic Nerve Meets Strand" opener is a mature track with all the colorful strings and funky bass the two groups have brought for over 20 years, ready for the dance floor. B side) "Factor It N" (Mix 1) is a Strand experiment filled with layered bass pads exploding through the speakers and is one of those rare tracks that leads you to listen to hear what comes next. "Factor It N" (K1 Mix) is Keith Tucker's electro persona bringing the electro heads to the dance floor with intricate, precise bass lines thumping within the beats and claps smacking you in the face.......PICK UP THIS LIMITED CLASSIC! More

AUX88 did it......They Brought the first of the Mad Scientist Cd Release tracks from there pivotal LP. Finally original mixes on vinyl. AUX88 proves once again not only are they one of the best live bands in electronic music, but one of the genres funkiest groups in the world......continuing where Cybotron and Drexciya left off to a style all their own. Aux88 along with Drexciya single handily brought the electro genre back in the late 80’s

1) "Voice Modulation"- Vocals are what set Aux88 apart from everyone else; the beat is dark and precise with thumping bass line.

2) "Mad Scientist"- K-1 on vocals shows you why they loved making this LP and tour everything was used on these tracks analog and digital........................Mad Scientist they have created a true masterpiece. The Lp was dedicated to the late James Stinson
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1995: On the edge of one of the most expressive decades in electronic music, ‘Alien FM’ gave birth to it’s visionary sonic stew; A mixture of techno/electro/ambience and conception to the global ears world-wide. Then, disappeared without a trace (???). 2013: The signal has been Re-Activated…. ” Large Mechanics” – Thunderous beats battle manic arps as the duo drop a vocal treatment on how its done, & how it is. Raw, Fast, and Massive…. Big tunage for a big return to the recording studio & dancefloors. ” It’s All About The Bangin” – Keeping with the theme of the EP, the duo lay down a maximum big room monster intended for the last wallflower as well as the serious party-animal. Minimalistic 4×4 married to magical chords with the hot & cool vocal trade–off….Celebration Techno. ” Large Mechanics (Modulation Dub Mix) – Stripped & delivered proper by Detroit’s own DJ K1. Straight, no chaser.” Alien FM Mantra (Station to Station ID) – Not a track, but a vocal ID directly from the groups antenna/Used as a DJ tool voice over in sets…. Eerie broadcasted vocal concept and description left clear of music. A Puzzlebox recordings staple.
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Keith Tuckers Optic nerve persona returns with the Timelapse ep. Side a1 Minimal Detroit mix is a dark minimal Mood beat pumped excursion into techno floor stumper. A2 Time Displacement mix is a completely different Take with alternative beats creating a sort of shift in time. The tracks show Tuckers growth and influence on Electro and techno with his work in Aux 88. Side two One moment in time is a Detroit sort of metroplex gem . Tucker once again shows his melodic Melodies and baselines that shows his love for Detroit music and grooves. A highly thought out sequence of great sounds and string chords as only Optic nerve does it. Tucker has hinted many times that he has a lot of Unreleased music from his metroplex days! B2. Transient Force records label owner AS1 gives us a true electro mix which keeps alot of the original mix of One Moment in Time. The tone is A more Electro clash techno mesh of urban beat programming for the electro heads. More

Blue love featuring the vocals of Erika Tele is Aux 88 black Tokyo love theme for the dance floor. In the vein of Detroitís 4/4 classics from the past, you can know see that Aux 88 has some full circle in their musical quest . Blue love is a happy and beautiful take on love and spiritual release you get while dancing on the dance floor. Erika Teles angelic robotic vocal make this a keeper. Dark Deceptions opens with emotional strings and arp like baseline intro creating a sense of a movie intro. Erika Teles vocal are spoken words in Japanese. The track is clearly a sort of intro for more. The ep gives you a soft string beat dance driven homage to love. Pick this up quickly sure to be classic dj track for aux 88 Presents black Tokyo fans.
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Aux 88 makes there anxiously awaited follow up two there Black Tokyo project. The first track Magic is a true melodic synth groove driving 4/4 track that takes you in to there Dance driven world of Black Tokyo featuring the cool soothing vocals of Ice Truck. Magic uses those Detroit emotional string chords that works the crowd in a frenzy and then drop In those base driven beats that only Aux 88 can program. Side two Astral Projections featuring Ice Truck and Erika Tele. Astral Projections takes you in to the more ethereal woven techno culture of Japan and Detroit. The Bass line is unmistakable Aux
88 while keeping the baseline as the main intro. This track takes you “There”. With Ice Trucks Mind soothing vocals and tribal type drums pulsating this track is sure to be a favorite on the Dance floor. Interlude mix b2 featuring Erika Tele is a more harmonic sedative mix type interlude That great to use for any intro DJ set.
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