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A1 Isaiah - Unleash
A2 Isaiah - Carrier
A3 Isaiah - Unleash (DJ Dextro remix)
B1 Isaiah - The Heartless Makes His Living On The Suffering Of The Fool
B2 Isaiah - Blade
B3 Isaiah - They Don't Know

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A1 Isaiah - To the Left, To the Right
A2 Isaiah - Body Rocks the Rhythm
A3 Isaiah - Alien tribe
B1 Isaiah - Otaleg
B2 Isaiah - Soft Body
B3 Isaiah - End of the Cycle

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After a first appearance on the label in 2023, Amsterdam-based Isaiah is back on Molekul with a solo EP featuring 6 tools tailored for the club.

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A1 CV1 - Blocks of Darkness
A2 CV1 - Lost Signal
B1 CV1 - Warehouse Tool
B2 CV1 - Shifted Reality

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Under-the-radar artist CV1 debuts on Life In Patterns Lab with "Blocks of Darkness", a six-track EP that delivers a captivating blend of raw, expressive techno inspired by 90s and 2000s sounds with a modern edge. This release showcases CV1's talent for crafting immersive techno journeys, balancing peak-time energy with deeper, hypnotic, and introspective moods. "Blocks of Darkness" is set to release in mid-July 2025 on hand-stamped vinyl and digital formats.

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2025 repress

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A1 OFF / GRID - Step Back
A2 OFF / GRID - Layercake
B1 OFF / GRID - Masterpiece
B2 OFF / GRID - Real Deal

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OFF / GRID makes a captivating debut on Life In Patterns with his 'Sonic Spectrum' EP. Previously recognized as an underground gem in the techno scene due to his acclaimed, self-released EP, 'Time To Shine,' the Hamburg-based producer has garnered significant attention in 2023 with EP releases on labels like Planet Rhythm, Uncage, DifferentSound, and Entourage Concept.

On LIP009, he presents four meticulously crafted vinyl tracks and a digital bonus track, each a testament to his remarkable talent for creating hard-hitting, euphoric DJ tools. His music is distinguished by cutting stabs, hypnotic acid lines, and a distinct dub influence, all seamlessly woven together with powerful drum sounds.

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A1 Sera J - Secret Paths
A2 Sera J - The Valley of Grooves
A3 Sera J - Unisex
B1 Sera J - Chapter One
B2 Sera J - Natural Satellite
B3 Sera J - Locked Groove 1
B4 Sera J - Locked Groove 2
B5 Sera J - Locked Groove 3
B6 Sera J - Locked Groove 4

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Debuting on Life In Patterns, Sera J presents his EP "Chapter One". This release marks the beginning of a new chapter, characterized by more organic sounds and landscapes. Each track possesses its unique character, yet together they create a harmonious record perfect for the dance floor. "Chapter One" will be available in both vinyl and digital formats on July 19th, 2024.

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A1 SLV - Yuna
A2 SLV - Oblivion
B1 SLV - Lost You
B2 SLV - Distrezor
B3 SLV - Rising Light

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Life In Patterns returns with Symmetry of Chaos, a six-track EP by SLV available in vinyl and digital formats. Out on April 25, 2025, this EP embodies the Paris based label's signature aesthetic-where dub-chord depth, organic textures, and high-impact rhythms converge into a hypnotic, immersive club experience.
SLV crafts a sonic narrative that balances atmospheric tension with raw, driving energy. Deep, resonant chords intertwine with pulsating low-end grooves, while intricate percussions and evolving textures create a sense of controlled chaos on the dancefloor. Designed for both peak-time intensity and deeper explorations, Symmetry of Chaos is a bold statement in contemporary techno.

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A1 VILLA - Bells at Dawn
A2 PS11 - Wait
A3 Kabay - Phoenix Ritual
B1 Disguised / Fank - Beam Me Up
B2 Arkane - Sunday Driver
B3 Pert - Stay
C1 Ferdinger - Change Comes From Inside
C2 Dylan Fogarty - One
C3 Vanille - No Move
D1 Marco Effe - Stable State
D2 Kuss - Under Pressure
D3 Victoria Mussi - Espresso at Dawn

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To close out the year, Life In Patterns presents Spektrum II, the second installment in the compilation series curated by Ferdinger. This 16-track VA, scheduled to release in early December 2024, comes as a double vinyl with four digital bonus tracks and download codes.

Spektrum II ventures into the depths of dynamic techno, combining driving beats with intricate, groove-rich patterns. The compilation seamlessly shifts from deep, dubby tones to bright, euphoric moments, embodying the labels signature sound. Its a bold exploration of diverse sonic textures, blending harmonic and dissonant elements for an immersive listening experience.

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A1 Ferdinger - An Order To Dance
A2 Ferdinger - Keep Going
B1 Ferdinger - High Voltage
B2 Ferdinger - Sun Over Chicago
B3 Ferdinger - Mind At Ease

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LIP010 showcases Ferdinger's ecstatic, high-octane grooves, marking the milestone of the 10th vinyl release on his imprint, Life In Patterns. Remaining faithful to the label's core mission, the 5-track EP intertwines pounding percussion and dubbed-out stabs with vibrant harmonic elements. The record concludes with "Mind at Ease'', a mesmerising blend of intimate meditative vocals and pulsating break beats. Available on May 31st, 2024, in both vinyl and digital formats.

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A1 Ferdinger & Introversion - Air France
A2 Ferdinger - Bottom Lines
B1 Ferdinger & JakoJako - Second Nature
B2 Ferdinger - Heart Break

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Ferdinger returns to his own label with an eagerly anticipated 8th vinyl release, an EP titled "Second Nature." This captivating EP features two original tracks from Ferdinger himself, as well as two remarkable collaborations with renowned artists Introversion and JakoJako, who shouldn't require any introduction.

The EP begins with the collaborative tour de force "Air France," where Introversion and Ferdinger effortlessly blend percussive elements, groovy rhythms, and dubby chords. Intricate layers of delay create a mesmerizing atmosphere, delivering on the ethereal promise suggested by the title. Following this captivating opener is "Bottom Lines", a relentless and uncompromising pounder infused with hypnotic acid lines that will leave listeners spellbound.

Flipping over to the other side of the record, we encounter the title track "Second Nature", a high-octane and melodic journey that showcases the artistic synergy between JakoJako and Ferdinger. With finesse and elegance, they expertly merge their individual styles, building up to a breathtaking climax that will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression.

Closing out the EP is the introspective and somber track "Heart Break", which transports us back to the dubby stratosphere first introduced in the A-Side. Its more intimate nature provides a reflective and introspective conclusion to the EP, leaving listeners in a contemplative state.

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Tracklisting:
A1 ANNE - Trinity
A2 ANNE - Pulsar
A3 ANNE - Rain
B1 ANNE - Dieter
B2 ANNE - Stronger Than Ever
B3 ANNE - Clocks

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ANNE shouldn't need an introduction at this point. In recent years, the Greek producer and DJ from Thessaloniki has made a name for herself with releases on Hardgroove, Out of Place, Soma and Symbolism, among others. Moreover, she has been featured on several high profile VAs, a track on Amelie Lens's 'Global Underground' mix being the latest addition to her prolific discography.

Her sound heavily draws on the driving energy and minimalism of 90s and early 2000s techno, as well as Detroit techno. Her 6-track EP 'Trinity' on Life In Patterns both showcases her signature DJ tool style sound and a more introspective, meditative side, making it a perfect fit for the Paris based label. We are super excited to present ANNE's very first solo vinyl EP, coming in a handstamped design, and are very much looking forward to its highly anticipated release on 10 February 2023.

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A1 DJ Physical & DJ Bigspin - Human Cannonball
A2 DJ Physical - Calm & Quiet
B1 DJ Physical - Rooftop
B2 DJ Physical & Ferdinger - Corrupt Witness
B3 DJ Physical - Lowrider

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LIP006 introduces a new face to the label: DJ Physical. Seemingly emerging out of nowhere but already familiar to the connaisseur, 2022 sees him bursting onto the scene with releases on renowned labels such as 10 Pills Mate and Shall Not Fade.

For his 'Calm & Quiet' EP on Life In Patterns he delivers an auditory self-portrait describing his state of mind during the last two years. The brutality of these long periods of confinement and the frustration it entailed are expressed in distant melancholic pads, raw acid lines and sombre rap vocals showcasing the Paris based artist's UK jungle and Australian techno influences.

The EP is completed by two collaborations, a stab infused roller with label head Ferdinger and an acidic moody banger with childhood mate DJ Bigspin.


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A1 Ferdinger - Bliss Factory
A2 Ferdinger - Floater
B1 Ferdinger - Hush
B2 Ferdinger - Piano Phase

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LIP005 sees Ferdinger back on his own label with an entire EP dedicated to stabs and chord sounds. On this 4-tracker entitled 'Piano Phase' lush vibes with a dubby edge contrast old skool flavoured, energetic grooves - certified floor-fillers and peak time material only!


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A1 Trudge ? Rainmaker
A2 FX093 ? Nostalgia
B1 KRL MX ? Miss Universe
B2 Proxyma ? A Fulcrum Surrounded By The Void
B3 BXTR ? Mechanized Behaviour

The fourth release on Ferdinger's "Life In Patterns" label introduces new faces to the roster. The 5-track EP entitled "Spektrum" includes originals by BXTR, FX093, Krl Mx and Proxyma, as well as the vinyl premiere of Trudge's formerly self-released track "Rainmaker". Boosting its mission statement by featuring various artists on this new compilation, the label also manages to showcase its signature sound: dreamy and hypnotic, yet intense, uplifting rave tracks.



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A mashup masterpiece from AMERIGO GAZAWAY, the man behind the BIZARRE TRIBE, YASIIN GAYE, and FELA SOUL mashup albums. Here he imagines a studio session between the high priestess of soul NINA SIMONE and hip hop legend LAURYN HILL. 17 track two LP set in pic sleeve.

Side 1
1. "Feeling Good" (4:59)
2. "Ready Or Not" (feat The Fugees) (5:27)
3. "Doo Wop (That Thing)" (4:30)
4. "To Zion" (feat Carlos Santana) (5:49)
Side 2
1. "Fu-Gee-La" (feat The Fugees) (4:56)
2. "The Sweetest Thing" (feat John Forte) (4:45)
3. "Take It Easy" (4:32)
4. "Peace Of Mind" (4:59)
Side 3
1. "Lost Ones" (4:45)
2. "Killing Me Softly" (6:06)
3. "If I Ruled The World" (feat Nas) (3:51)
4. "How Many Mics" (feat The Fugees) (5:43)
Side 4
1. "So High" (feat John Legend) (3:55)
2. "Care For What" (2:54)
3. "Angel Of The Morning" (3:42)
4. "The Miseducation Of Eunice Waymon" (5:00)
5. "Fu-Gee-La" (bonus track - Refugee Camp remix) (5:33)

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Split album from The Bug and Ghost Dubs, released on The Bug’s PRESSURE label.
Defines a new form of spectral dub: brutally minimal, hypnotic, and sub-quake heavy.
Features the original lead tracks from their recent "Imploded Versions" white-label single.
Mastered by Stefan Betke (POLE) at Scape Mastering for ultimate low-end clarity.
Fusing dub, techno, and doom into a sacred, narcotic whole.
CD version features 4 bonus tracks.
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When Chuck D proclaimed "Bass, how low can you go?" on Public Enemy's anthemic 'Bring the Noise,' maybe he was pre-empting or inciting the 10,000 fathoms-deep, spine-bending basslines and sub-quake tremors of 'Implosion.'
Implosion is a crushing split album, appropriately released on The Bug's own PRESSURE label. Mapping out a new form of spectral dub, the sound is deliberately immersive, introverted, and yes, definitely implosive. In pursuit of heavy lids, blurred vision, and merciless bass bin punishment, it’s one part meditation, two parts low-end theory, and essentially a confession of devoted sound system addiction.
As expected from a tag team featuring British soundlab explorer and 'London Zoo' composer Kevin Martin, aka The Bug, and Michael Fiedler, aka Jah Schulz—a long-time graduate of Germany's new school of sound system reggae culture—the duo approaches their target differently yet share the goal of keeping their sound "raw" (Fiedler) and "brutally minimal" (Martin). This proves that opposites can attract, even if their tools are different and their methods sometimes diverge.
From such a disparate combo, hailing from different geographical and aesthetic backgrounds, contrasts are certainly on display, even within each artist's own contributions. From the melancholia and transcendence of 'Alien Virus (West Indian Centre, Leeds),' to the duality of ascension and descension on 'Hope,' or the Sunn 0))) in dub, visceral drone of 'Dread (The End, London),' to the tripped-out repetitions of 'Midnight,' which reinvents Chain Reaction for post-millennials, the result is both sacred and narcotic. Each track illuminates the emotional impact and atmospheric pressure being explored across this deceptively sparse album—a mastery of tone and texture.
This collection might be as reduced, minimal, and deep as The Bug has ever gone, perhaps echoing the solemnity of his recent Kevin Richard Martin Black release and invoking the futurist steppas self-pioneered on his previous Pressure album. Alternatively, Fiedler‘s Ghost Dubs project ventures into his most heavyweight direction yet, which is no mean feat considering his previous, the critically acclaimed album Damaged, was a monstrously massive triumph of analogue weight and enviable sound design.
Implosion is ice-cool, a stark contrast to the warmth and sociability of traditional Jamaican roots and the current trends in digi-dub. Instead, the mood is soaked in tension and intense dread, finding an unexpected melting point where classic dub's stark rhythm attack, isolationist ambience's eerie drift, dub techno's floatation strategies, and even the relentless riffs of doom metal collide. As the bass-obsessed pair drop what is arguably the heaviest ambient dub album to emerge from any electronic sector—a moody counterpoint to The Orb's fluffy clouds, etc, Martin has cited The Roots Radics, Black Jade, and On U Sound's Pounding System as heavily influencing his approach to the album, while Fiedler has expressed his admiration for Adrian Sherwood's productions and Rhythm & Sound's enchanting soundscape. Yet, the super heavyweight pulsations, emotive resonances, and bone-rattling vibrations detonated here effortlessly go far beyond these influences.
Shadowy and elusive, there’s a mysteriousness at this record's core. A haunting moodiness oscillating between nostalgia and future shock. Despite the deadly fixation with SLOW and HEAVY, the album maintains a totally hypnotic swing throughout. Implosion and its lead single 'Imploded Versions' are testaments to being enveloped in bass, seduced by bass, submerged in bass, and utterly crushed by bass, as The Bug and Ghost Dubs seek to craft a new form of dub for zonal headz and Babylon seekers.


Mastered by Stefan Betke (a.k.a. POLE) at Scape Mastering studio, this record is heavy as f-ck without resorting to continuous distortion. It’s low-end worship taken to an absolute extreme, yet remains highly listenable and definitely danceable, albeit at the slowest of paces. Sacred and narcotic, this is low-end worship amplified to the max. Dive in if you dare.

Tracklisting:

01. THE BUG – Hooked (Hyams Gym, Leytonstone)
02. GHOST DUBS – In The Zone
03. THE BUG – Believers (Imperial Gardens, Camberwell)
04. GHOST DUBS – Hope
05. THE BUG – Burial Skank (Arches, Vauxhall)
06. GHOST DUBS – Dub Remote
07. THE BUG – Alien Virus (West Indian Centre, Leeds)
08. GHOST DUBS – Down
09. THE BUG – Militants (The Rocket, Holloway)
10. GHOST DUBS – Into The Mystic
11. THE BUG – Dread (Mass Brixton)
12. GHOST DUBS – Midnight

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New York-based Patrick Sullivan AKA P-Sol has a terrific track record when it comes to refined re-edits and classy, sample-rich mash-ups. Even so, his latest effort, delivered on a tidy and must-check seven-inch, is particularly potent. On the A-side, he takes us into immersive, seductive and ultra-deep territory via the mid-tempo house headiness of 'Everybody' - a kind of 'quiet storm goes deep house' affair featuring warming electric piano chords, heady bass and selected vocal samples from a soulful classic. On 'Walk Away', he provides a warming, percussion-rich new take on R&B classic 'Don't Walk Away', adding her familiar vocals to a head-nodding instrumental full of mazy solos, rubbery bass guitar and handclap-heavy beats.

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A1 Gockel - Vibrant Journey
A2 Gockel - Ardent
A3 Gockel - Cobalt Drive
B1 Gockel - Lucky Bounce
B2 Gockel - Atlas
B3 Gockel - Cargo

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The tenth edition of the Early Morning label stands as both a milestone and a statement of intent. In just a single year, its founder has reshaped theunderground dance music landscape with a catalog that redefined thepossibilities of the genre. This latest release features two new pieces thattogether form a tightly woven conceptual work spanning nearly seventeenminutes.

Guy Jhas built his reputation on reinvention. Each release feels less like acontinuation of his past and more like a step into uncharted terrain. On theopening track, Worlds Apart, he fuses an emotive core with intricate sounddesign and spatial experimentation, leading listeners into liminal states whereconsciousness and subconsciousness blur. Despite its cerebral qualities, thepiece never loses its pulse, the steady momentum thatkeeps it firmly anchoredto the dancefloor.

True tothe label's name, this is music designed for dawn, for moments of release aftera long night, for embraces on crowded floors, for the intangible bonds thatform through shared experience. The second track, Surreal, pushes further intoabstraction. While echoes of early trance, a genre that shaped Guy J during hisformative years, are evident, the piece reframes those influences through aprogressive, hypnotic, and technologically refined lens. It is this ability toblend memory with innovation that distinguishes Guy J from his peers, offeringlisteners not just music but a reimagined space in which sound itself becomesan act of discovery.


Tracklist
A. Guy J- Worlds Apart
B. Guy J- Surreal



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Frankfurt's legendary producer Roman Flügel returns to Phonica Records with the 'Cooking The Books EP', another four track collection of his idiosyncratic leftfield Techno.

Roman sets the tone of this release with the quirkily foreboding title track 'Cooking The Books', all zippy, skittering percussion and deep pulsing basslines. The sneaky off-kilter melody of 'Sensitive Contacts' continues the dark and sparse feel of the release, while on the flip 'Shameless' provides the EP's dancefloor climax while retaining its bleak, ominous theme. Finally, the clouds disperse and the tension melts away with gorgeous introspective ender 'Flowers'.

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