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JKS & Lacchesi - High & Dry
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Lacchesi - Overhead, The Albatross
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A1 JKS & Lacchesi - High & Dry
A2 JKS & Lacchesi - Get Johnson
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B2 Lacchesi - Overhead, The Albatross
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After teaming up on Smile Sessions with "L'Orologio" last year, JKS and Lacchesi are back at it with their new "High & Dry EP." The four-track project bridges their worlds perfectly. JKS bringing his trademark high-octane energy, Lacchesi diving deep into darker, more textured sound. A sharp mix of dancefloor weapons and introspective moments harmonizing their respective label's artistic directions.
Dropping via both Smile Sessions and Maison Close Records, High & Dry EP is another solid proof of the creative spark between these two French-born producers. Driving rhythms, haunting atmospheres, and a touch of melancholy, all stitched together for an intense, late-night journey.
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A1 JKS & Lacchesi - High & Dry
A2 JKS & Lacchesi - Get Johnson
B1 JKS - Spectra
B2 Lacchesi - Overhead, The Albatross
Sales Note
After teaming up on Smile Sessions with "L'Orologio" last year, JKS and Lacchesi are back at it with their new "High & Dry EP." The four-track project bridges their worlds perfectly. JKS bringing his trademark high-octane energy, Lacchesi diving deep into darker, more textured sound. A sharp mix of dancefloor weapons and introspective moments harmonizing their respective label's artistic directions.
Dropping via both Smile Sessions and Maison Close Records, High & Dry EP is another solid proof of the creative spark between these two French-born producers. Driving rhythms, haunting atmospheres, and a touch of melancholy, all stitched together for an intense, late-night journey.
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Sales Note
JKS is back on his own imprint. Together with Bailey Ibbs they have collaborated on a groundbreaking EP. This partnership encapsulates the evolution of techno, blending spiritual intros, vibrant vocals, and pulsating rhythms. Each track offers a captivating journey, reflecting the creative depth of Smile Sessions and the philosophy of the label.
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JKS is back on his own imprint. Together with Bailey Ibbs they have collaborated on a groundbreaking EP. This partnership encapsulates the evolution of techno, blending spiritual intros, vibrant vocals, and pulsating rhythms. Each track offers a captivating journey, reflecting the creative depth of Smile Sessions and the philosophy of the label.
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with a more intimate and introspective approach, yet always deeply rhythmic and luminous.
Composed four-hands during a moment of personal transition, the EP feels like a rite of
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shared flat where we also had our studio. Despite the change, we managed to preserve the unique
creative world that defines the identity of S-Pazz. We deliberately infused it with a wide range of
influences, spanning different eras and cultures. ‘Birth of Light’ builds on the foundations laid with our
first EP: crafting music at the crossroads of our respective influences, always driven by our love for
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and organic tone that extends the EP’s globe-trotting spirit.
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and generous track where analog synths and live grooves coexist with subtle balance. “We wrote it in
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over time. For the percussion, we drew a lot of inspiration from producers like Da Lata, 4hero, and
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rhythms, field recordings of beehives, and finely crafted jazz arrangements. The illusion of a live band
is meticulously constructed in-studio. “We’re especially proud of this track, it really captures the
meeting point between our two musical worlds.”
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embracing a freer, more ambient form. It brings the EP to a contemplative and fluid end. “We wanted
to close the EP with something special, no four-on-the-floor kick, but a preserved groove that invites
introspection. We invited our friend Claire Grunenberger to sing, and Grégoire added a jazz solo as a
tribute to the early days of St Germain.”
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electronic music, shaped by their distinct backgrounds: Grégoire is a jazz-trained multi-instrumentalist,
while Nathan is a DJ and beatmaker influenced by hip-hop and raised in a family of musicians. Their
debut EP Tales of Dancing Waters (2024) quickly caught the attention of listeners and curators alike,
racking up hundreds of thousands of streams and landing on playlists alongside artists like Berlioz,
Barry Can’t Swim, Dublon, and Tour-Maubourg. Now, with Birth of Light, the duo takes a major step
forward in their evolution, laying the foundation for a deeply personal, immersive, and resolutely
luminous musical language.
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2. Together
3. My Heart
4. Bees Die After Stinging
5. Oceans Reflections
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Light, a second release that fully confirms the potential of the Parisian duo. Blending elements
of house, jazz, broken beat, and ambient, the record sees them refine their musical identity
with a more intimate and introspective approach, yet always deeply rhythmic and luminous.
Composed four-hands during a moment of personal transition, the EP feels like a rite of
passage where music becomes a space of unity, resilience, and imagination.
“This EP reflects a major transition in our lives, as it was written during Nathan’s move out of the
shared flat where we also had our studio. Despite the change, we managed to preserve the unique
creative world that defines the identity of S-Pazz. We deliberately infused it with a wide range of
influences, spanning different eras and cultures. ‘Birth of Light’ builds on the foundations laid with our
first EP: crafting music at the crossroads of our respective influences, always driven by our love for
cinematic soundscapes.” S-Pazz
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arrangements from Nathan’s father, a double bassist already sampled on their first EP. “We wanted to
get closer to those tracks that bridge electronic and orchestral music, like what 4Hero, Bonobo, or
even Air have done,” explains S-Pazz. The track also gets a reinterpretation from Tour-Maubourg,
who delivers a deep house remix tinged with bossa nova, infusing the piece with a warm, summery,
and organic tone that extends the EP’s globe-trotting spirit.
With “Together”, the Parisian duo pays tribute to the UK broken beat scene through a syncopated
and generous track where analog synths and live grooves coexist with subtle balance. “We wrote it in
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over time. For the percussion, we drew a lot of inspiration from producers like Da Lata, 4hero, and
Chaos in the CBD.”
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Prophet 5 bass doubled with a Rhodes, and a breathy vocal that bridges groove and emotion. “It’s a
blend of jazz, dub, and funk. Club music that speaks to the body as much as to the heart.”
The fruit of a year-long process, “Bees Die After Stinging” brings together afro-influenced 6/8
rhythms, field recordings of beehives, and finely crafted jazz arrangements. The illusion of a live band
is meticulously constructed in-studio. “We’re especially proud of this track, it really captures the
meeting point between our two musical worlds.”
The closing track, “Ocean Reflections”, deliberately breaks away from classic house structure,
embracing a freer, more ambient form. It brings the EP to a contemplative and fluid end. “We wanted
to close the EP with something special, no four-on-the-floor kick, but a preserved groove that invites
introspection. We invited our friend Claire Grunenberger to sing, and Grégoire added a jazz solo as a
tribute to the early days of St Germain.”
S-Pazz is a project formed by Nathan and Grégoire, close friends and creative partners both on and
off stage. Their music reflects a rare intersection of jazz, house, broken beat, and narrative-driven
electronic music, shaped by their distinct backgrounds: Grégoire is a jazz-trained multi-instrumentalist,
while Nathan is a DJ and beatmaker influenced by hip-hop and raised in a family of musicians. Their
debut EP Tales of Dancing Waters (2024) quickly caught the attention of listeners and curators alike,
racking up hundreds of thousands of streams and landing on playlists alongside artists like Berlioz,
Barry Can’t Swim, Dublon, and Tour-Maubourg. Now, with Birth of Light, the duo takes a major step
forward in their evolution, laying the foundation for a deeply personal, immersive, and resolutely
luminous musical language.
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Label:Crosstown Rebels
Cat-No:CRM343
Release-Date:16.01.2026
Genre:House
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Christi Cons - Give Me Love
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Christi Cons - Can You Hear Me
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Christi Cons - You Ain't Got Nothin
Cristi Cons makes his Crosstown Rebels debut with his latest EP, ‘Give Me Love’.The three-track exploration of rhythm, tension, and hypnotic club craft lands on 16th January 2026. Damian Lazarus’ Crosstown Rebels imprint opens its 2026 release schedule with a special label debut from Romanian favourite Cristi Cons, as he delivers a magnetic three-tracker in the form of his ‘Give Me Love’ EP. Known for his precise, minimal-infl ected approach and unwavering command of groove, Cristi’s arrival onto the label brings a release that distils his signature tension-and-release architecture into some of its most direct club form yet. The title track, ‘Give Me Love’, unfolds with subtle vocal refrains, shadowy atmospheres, and a rolling, elastic groove built for late-night momentum. On the B-side, ‘Can You Hear Me’ channels a sleeker, more hypnotic pulse, with dubby textures, restrained bass pressure, hooky vocals, and a snaking groove to keep dancers moving. Closing the EP, ‘You Ain’t Got Nothin’ brings vibrant synths, tight drum programming, and more captivating vocal use into a head-down trip that leans into Cons’s innate ability to craft late-night and early-hours journeys. A longstanding architect of Romania’s influential underground, Cristi Cons has carved a reputation through his solo work, his collaborative SIT project with Vlad Caia, and their shared imprint, Amphia, which now stands as a true force within the minimal landscape. Alongside regular appearances across Europe’s key institutions and collaborations with revered names, including Raresh as part of their Verico project along with Caia, Cristi continues to evolve with each release - and ‘Give Me Love’ delivers yet another side to his diverse sound as he steps into the Crosstown Rebels fold to open the year.
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Cat-No:MS080B
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Tubby Isiah - Chanting Lion
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Tubby Isiah - Claverlator
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Tubby Isiah - Titch
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Tubby Isiah - Moments
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A1 Tubby Isiah - Chanting Lion
A2 Tubby Isiah - Claverlator
B1 Tubby Isiah - Titch
B2 Tubby Isiah - Moments
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A1 Tubby Isiah - Chanting Lion
A2 Tubby Isiah - Claverlator
B1 Tubby Isiah - Titch
B2 Tubby Isiah - Moments
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Label:Remote Destination
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Opal - Nice And Slow
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Opal - Nice And Slow (Instrumental)
Comes in a plain disco sleeve.
The long awaited first time reissue of the this NYC Boogie bomb. Originally released in 1983, now a hugely sort after piece.
Produced by the highly acclaimed, Elliot Rosoff & John Gomez,.
Remastered by the grammy award winning studio The Carvery's Frank Merritt.
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The long awaited first time reissue of the this NYC Boogie bomb. Originally released in 1983, now a hugely sort after piece.
Produced by the highly acclaimed, Elliot Rosoff & John Gomez,.
Remastered by the grammy award winning studio The Carvery's Frank Merritt.
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Label:Bisiesto
Cat-No:BIST2024
Release-Date:06.02.2026
Genre:Dope Beat/Hip Hop
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Carlo - Because Feat. Lora Ute
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Carlo - Wild Things
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Carlo - Todo Mal Feat. Jose Fernancaster
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Carlo - Todo Bien
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Carlo - All I've Got To Say
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Carlo - Lemon Haze Feat. Intr0beatz
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Carlo - Sugar Dummy
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Carlo - Bola De Interludio
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Carlo & Black Loops - Midnight Cruiser
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Carlo - B & S
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Carlo - Left Out
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Carlo - May
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Carlo & Piek - Esperanza
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Carlo - Wolf Suit
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Carlo - Last Dance
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Carlo - Tchüsikowsky
180gr vinyl Repress!
Originally from Malaga but a Berlin resident for the past 13 years, Carlo is thrilled to unveil his first album released under his own record label, Bisiesto. This label stands out for its unique approach, releasing just one album every four years on leap day, February 29th. In contrast to his previous style, this album blends all his musical influences into a unique mixtape of instrumentals.
Reminiscent of Nightmares on Wax, Kid Loco, and Mushroom Jazz, this album offers a unique auditory experience. Lora Ute brings a hint of tangy mellowness to ‘Because’ balancing dreaminess with playful notes, while Jose Fernancaster, with his immaculate guitar skills, infuses ‘Todo Mal’ with sexy guitar riffs and wahs. Intr0beatz's hip-hop touch enhances ‘Lemon Haze’, while Black Loops, a percussionist at heart, collaborates on ‘Midnight Cruiser’ to encapsulate the solitude of night-time city cruising with a lo-fi sound. Piek rounds off ‘Esperanza’ with an empowering bassline, tying the track together with a golden ribbon.
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Originally from Malaga but a Berlin resident for the past 13 years, Carlo is thrilled to unveil his first album released under his own record label, Bisiesto. This label stands out for its unique approach, releasing just one album every four years on leap day, February 29th. In contrast to his previous style, this album blends all his musical influences into a unique mixtape of instrumentals.
Reminiscent of Nightmares on Wax, Kid Loco, and Mushroom Jazz, this album offers a unique auditory experience. Lora Ute brings a hint of tangy mellowness to ‘Because’ balancing dreaminess with playful notes, while Jose Fernancaster, with his immaculate guitar skills, infuses ‘Todo Mal’ with sexy guitar riffs and wahs. Intr0beatz's hip-hop touch enhances ‘Lemon Haze’, while Black Loops, a percussionist at heart, collaborates on ‘Midnight Cruiser’ to encapsulate the solitude of night-time city cruising with a lo-fi sound. Piek rounds off ‘Esperanza’ with an empowering bassline, tying the track together with a golden ribbon.
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Label:Space Drum Meditation
Cat-No:SDM007
Release-Date:30.01.2026
Genre:Techno
Configuration:12" Excl
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Space Drum Meditation - Jehol
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Space Drum Meditation - Ochre Khrisma
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Space Drum Meditation - Ossifrage
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Space Drum Meditation - Sky Dancer
Genre: Techno, Tribal, Psytrance
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A1 Jehol
A2 Ochre Khrisma
B1 Ossifrage
B2 Sky Dancer
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SDM007 comes with four tracks of percussion-heavy, fast tribal grooves, drifting flutes, hypnotic sirens, and mystical soundscapes. Psychedelic, trance-like, in constant ascent, ritualistic, yet made for the dancefloor.
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Vinyl edition with download codes, sticker and poster insert.
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Mastered by Andreas Lubich at Loop-O Mastering.
Distributed by Word and Sound.
Artwork & design by L. Krug.
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A1 Jehol
A2 Ochre Khrisma
B1 Ossifrage
B2 Sky Dancer
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SDM007 comes with four tracks of percussion-heavy, fast tribal grooves, drifting flutes, hypnotic sirens, and mystical soundscapes. Psychedelic, trance-like, in constant ascent, ritualistic, yet made for the dancefloor.
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Vinyl edition with download codes, sticker and poster insert.
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Mastered by Andreas Lubich at Loop-O Mastering.
Distributed by Word and Sound.
Artwork & design by L. Krug.
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Label:Bukva Sound
Cat-No:BUKVA009
Release-Date:16.01.2026
Genre:Drum + Bass
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Coral - Circular Deception
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Coral - Playground Fun
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Coral - Broken
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Coral - Fire Trail
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Coral - The Morning Sky
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Coral - Circular Deception (FFF remix)
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A1 Coral - Circular Deception
A2 Coral - Playground Fun
A3 Coral - Broken
B1 Coral - Fire Trail
B2 Coral - The Morning Sky
B3 Coral - Circular Deception (FFF remix)
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The futuristic proto junglism of Coral continues. With work that's been in the pipes for quite some time, Coral finally delivers an impressive 5 track EP made up of lush pads and deep bass, accompanied by vicious stabs and heavy breaks. An EP aimed at both dance floor and living room. To compliment this jam-packed release, the Dutch hardcore master Tommy De Roos, also known as FFF, has taken one of the tracks a step further down the rabbit hole with even deeper bass and a massive (!) mantra to make all heads turn. Shout out to Dj Flight, Tim Reaper, Mantra and all for the support.
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A1 Coral - Circular Deception
A2 Coral - Playground Fun
A3 Coral - Broken
B1 Coral - Fire Trail
B2 Coral - The Morning Sky
B3 Coral - Circular Deception (FFF remix)
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The futuristic proto junglism of Coral continues. With work that's been in the pipes for quite some time, Coral finally delivers an impressive 5 track EP made up of lush pads and deep bass, accompanied by vicious stabs and heavy breaks. An EP aimed at both dance floor and living room. To compliment this jam-packed release, the Dutch hardcore master Tommy De Roos, also known as FFF, has taken one of the tracks a step further down the rabbit hole with even deeper bass and a massive (!) mantra to make all heads turn. Shout out to Dj Flight, Tim Reaper, Mantra and all for the support.
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Cat-No:DL-012
Release-Date:16.01.2026
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Luke Hess - (Ephraim) - Steffi Remix
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Luke Hess - (Hiketeria) - Claudio PRC Remix
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Luke Hess - (Panoplia) - Markus Suckut Remix
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Luke Hess - (Perissos) - Luigi Tozzi Special
Luke Hess invites four artists to reimagine his latest ARKEO album on DeepLabs, each bringing their own unique perspective to the label’s sound.
Handpicked for their shared friendship, history, and the lasting impact of their music in his DJ sets, every contributor delivers a remix that resonates with authenticity and depth.
Together, these tracks form a cohesive body of work that captures the essence of DeepLabs and the timeless spirit of Detroit techno.
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Handpicked for their shared friendship, history, and the lasting impact of their music in his DJ sets, every contributor delivers a remix that resonates with authenticity and depth.
Together, these tracks form a cohesive body of work that captures the essence of DeepLabs and the timeless spirit of Detroit techno.
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bvdub & East of Oceans - We Stood in Fields of Light
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bvdub & East of Oceans - We Felt the Glowing Rain
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bvdub & East of Oceans - We Remembered When We Danced
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bvdub & East of Oceans - And Then We Disappeared
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A1 bvdub & East of Oceans - We Stood in Fields of Light
B1 bvdub & East of Oceans - We Felt the Glowing Rain
C1 bvdub & East of Oceans - We Remembered When We Danced
D1 bvdub & East of Oceans - And Then We Disappeared
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Replicant Memories is the seismic fallout from the clash between bvdub and East of Oceans: two of Brock Van Wey's three aliases representing different stylistic directions, while being vessels for the same unbridled oceanic creativity.
Within the four chapters of this epic, the bottomless emotion of bvdub melts into the euphoria of East of Oceans, electricity discharging and mists rising from their collision while they together reach new heights of intensity.
This music changes you. Like being exposed to forces of nature, there is no holding back and no place to hide within its wild embrace. It is music for surrendering into. And be left in gratitude for.
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A1 bvdub & East of Oceans - We Stood in Fields of Light
B1 bvdub & East of Oceans - We Felt the Glowing Rain
C1 bvdub & East of Oceans - We Remembered When We Danced
D1 bvdub & East of Oceans - And Then We Disappeared
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Replicant Memories is the seismic fallout from the clash between bvdub and East of Oceans: two of Brock Van Wey's three aliases representing different stylistic directions, while being vessels for the same unbridled oceanic creativity.
Within the four chapters of this epic, the bottomless emotion of bvdub melts into the euphoria of East of Oceans, electricity discharging and mists rising from their collision while they together reach new heights of intensity.
This music changes you. Like being exposed to forces of nature, there is no holding back and no place to hide within its wild embrace. It is music for surrendering into. And be left in gratitude for.
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Cat-No:MR-041
Release-Date:16.01.2026
Genre:Techno
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Exos - D17
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Exos - Sweet Dreams
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Exos - Hinn Vioforli
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Exos - State Of Mind (Thomsen 98 Mix)
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Exos - Gladur Og Reifur
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Exos - North Of January
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Exos - Hvarvetna
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Exos - Fogur Er Hlioin
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Exos - 101 After Dark
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Exos - The Dolphin Oracle
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Exos - Shock
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Exos - Freefall
Tracklisting
A1 Exos - D17
A2 Exos - Sweet Dreams
A3 Exos - Hinn Vioforli
B1 Exos - State Of Mind (Thomsen 98 Mix)
B2 Exos - Gladur Og Reifur
B3 Exos - North Of January
C1 Exos - Hvarvetna
C2 Exos - Fogur Er Hlioin
C3 Exos - 101 After Dark
D1 Exos - The Dolphin Oracle
D2 Exos - Shock
D3 Exos - Freefall
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The 12-track record is the first album on SHDW's influential label and explores the past, present, and future of techno.
Planet X label head and 20-year scene veteran Exos, hailing from Iceland, draws on his native country's influences in his work, which explores the interplay between light and dark, warmth and cold. His high-octane sounds over the last 20 years have appeared on vital imprints like Tresor, X/OZ, and, of course, Mutual Rytm, with his releases for
the label having been extremely well received, garnering support from the scene's key DJs. Whether dubby or hard, his techno is always authentic and channels the purity of the 90s style. This new album follows Exos's inaugural X-Release, the Infrared 10", the Icebreaker 12" from last year, and his track on the latest Federation of Rytm IV compilation. It's a real journey through all facets of his sound, including a trip back to his dub techno roots, ambient
explorations, and emotional vocal pieces with lifelong memories fused into sounds that reflect the artist's decades spent in Iceland.
'Sweet Dreams' opens with an atmospheric intro in the form of a 28-year-old collaboration with his father. This full-bodied analogue ambient piece is rich with the mysterious tones of the Nord Modular and was recorded during their shared studio days at D17 in Reykjavik. The title track is a hypnotic, linear groove with icy synth modulations and glistening melodies. 'Hinn Vioforli' then brings dub warmth while 'State of Mind' recalls the spirit of the legendary Reykjavik club 'Thomsen', a cornerstone of Iceland's late 90s underground scene. 'Glaour Og Reifur' and
'Fogur Er Hlioin'pay homage to the echoes of ancient Viking heritage, 'North of January' conveys the cold of Exos's homeland, and 'Hvarvetna' brings textured percussion and darker undertones before '101 After Dark' slows to a bass-heavy broken beat exploration of texture and post-dubstep pressure.
After the heady and atmospheric sound of 'The Dolphin Oracle', another key collaboration comes with 'Freefall', an emotional breakbeat piece featuring vocalist Amelia Rodriguez,' who also lends her voice to 'Shock', a magnificent track that channels Exos's modern techno energy. The album closes with a haunting paradox, 'Paradise Lost,' questioning whether our sweet dreams are truly moments of bliss or simply reflections of what we've already left behind. The three bonus digital cuts offer sleek minimalism, punchy deep techno, and suspenseful ambient.
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A1 Exos - D17
A2 Exos - Sweet Dreams
A3 Exos - Hinn Vioforli
B1 Exos - State Of Mind (Thomsen 98 Mix)
B2 Exos - Gladur Og Reifur
B3 Exos - North Of January
C1 Exos - Hvarvetna
C2 Exos - Fogur Er Hlioin
C3 Exos - 101 After Dark
D1 Exos - The Dolphin Oracle
D2 Exos - Shock
D3 Exos - Freefall
Sales Note
The 12-track record is the first album on SHDW's influential label and explores the past, present, and future of techno.
Planet X label head and 20-year scene veteran Exos, hailing from Iceland, draws on his native country's influences in his work, which explores the interplay between light and dark, warmth and cold. His high-octane sounds over the last 20 years have appeared on vital imprints like Tresor, X/OZ, and, of course, Mutual Rytm, with his releases for
the label having been extremely well received, garnering support from the scene's key DJs. Whether dubby or hard, his techno is always authentic and channels the purity of the 90s style. This new album follows Exos's inaugural X-Release, the Infrared 10", the Icebreaker 12" from last year, and his track on the latest Federation of Rytm IV compilation. It's a real journey through all facets of his sound, including a trip back to his dub techno roots, ambient
explorations, and emotional vocal pieces with lifelong memories fused into sounds that reflect the artist's decades spent in Iceland.
'Sweet Dreams' opens with an atmospheric intro in the form of a 28-year-old collaboration with his father. This full-bodied analogue ambient piece is rich with the mysterious tones of the Nord Modular and was recorded during their shared studio days at D17 in Reykjavik. The title track is a hypnotic, linear groove with icy synth modulations and glistening melodies. 'Hinn Vioforli' then brings dub warmth while 'State of Mind' recalls the spirit of the legendary Reykjavik club 'Thomsen', a cornerstone of Iceland's late 90s underground scene. 'Glaour Og Reifur' and
'Fogur Er Hlioin'pay homage to the echoes of ancient Viking heritage, 'North of January' conveys the cold of Exos's homeland, and 'Hvarvetna' brings textured percussion and darker undertones before '101 After Dark' slows to a bass-heavy broken beat exploration of texture and post-dubstep pressure.
After the heady and atmospheric sound of 'The Dolphin Oracle', another key collaboration comes with 'Freefall', an emotional breakbeat piece featuring vocalist Amelia Rodriguez,' who also lends her voice to 'Shock', a magnificent track that channels Exos's modern techno energy. The album closes with a haunting paradox, 'Paradise Lost,' questioning whether our sweet dreams are truly moments of bliss or simply reflections of what we've already left behind. The three bonus digital cuts offer sleek minimalism, punchy deep techno, and suspenseful ambient.
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