For Sofia Kourtesis, joy is a living practice. It's evident in her effervescent stage presence and bombastic sets, which confidently traverse through house, electro-pop and melodic techno. The Peruvian DJ and producer has forged a vibrant and illustrious career that has taken her to all corners of the globe. Kourtesis's debut DJ-Kicks mix is a potent blend of the beautiful, complex emotional soup that has made her connect so deeply with her fans."

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Below tracklists with note which tracks are new / exclusives

VINYL TRACKLIST
A1 Jon Hopkins - Home Station (DJ-Kicks Version) **NEW
A2 Sofia Kourtesis, Novalima - Los Poemas No Siempre Riman **NEW
A3 Laurence Guy - Make Me Feel Better **NEW
A4 Sedef Adasi - Mermaids On Acid
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B2 Sofia Kourtesis - A Brief Look in Your Eyes **NEW
B3 Dave DK - Lagoon 69 **NEW
B4 Aphex Twin - Flim
C1 Sofia Kourtesis - Texas Changing **NEW
C2 DJ GTi - Santa Teresa **NEW
C3 Myd - You’re a Star **NEW
D1 Axel Boman - Rock Top **NEW
D2 Sofia Kourtesis - It's You **NEW
D3 JOY (Anonymous) - JOY (Look Up Now) **NEW

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DJ 3000 BRIDGES CONTINENTS WITH "SO SHEIK": A CINEMATIC MIRAGE ON MOTECH #178

DETROIT / GLOBAL — Motech Records founder DJ 3000 returns with "So Sheik," a release that operates in the shadows between the Motor City and the Mediterranean. Having carved out a unique sonic identity among Detroit’s elite producers, DJ 3000 moves away from standard tropes to craft a cinematic mirage that blends the mechanical pulse of Detroit with a haunting, orchestral depth.

The production is anchored by the rhythmic drive of the shekere and deep percussion, layered with a haunting fusion of analog strings and horns. Rather than traditional brass, the horns blend seamlessly with the strings to create a lush, otherworldly atmosphere—making "So Sheik" a masterclass in global techno mystery.

True to the label’s roots, Motech #178 is a limited vinyl-focused release, continuing the label's unwavering commitment to the wax tradition in a digital age.



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THE REMIXES

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* LOS HERMANOS REMIX: The legendary Gerald Mitchell takes the helm for an incredible rework that serves as a centerpiece of the release. Mitchell brings his world-renowned musicality to the project, delivering a soul-infused techno masterpiece. By layering intricate percussion with uplifting, sophisticated melodies, he transforms the original into a timeless anthem that perfectly balances Detroit grit with pure emotion.



* ALEXIS TYREL REMIX: Tyrell brings a heavy dose of swing to the package with a version built on clever, syncopated cuts. By meticulously chopping the original’s elements, he crafts a relentless groove that focuses on dance-floor momentum. It’s a super-funky, high-energy take that breathes a raw, percussive life into the track’s core arrangement.



* SALAR ANSARI REMIX: A fellow Detroit mainstay with deep Iranian roots, Salar Ansari offers a masterclass in hypnotic storytelling with a high-tempo edge. He leans into the track’s exotic origins, weaving a tapestry of textured rhythms and Middle Eastern-influenced soundscapes into a driving, immersive rework. It is a sophisticated interpretation that keeps the energy moving while deconstructing the original’s mysterious groove.

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Two new Moxy Edits — bass-heavy, floor-ready, summer certified.

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2 new edits from DISCO FIEBRE! The party never stops with this dynamic production duo from Tijuana, Mexico! A side delivers a funky female lead vocal version of the classic. The B side's subtle keys and funky bass lines are smooth and groovy from start to finish

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180 GR Records is proud to present a new release by N-Zino, reimagining two tracks previously released by Four Flies Records: Mo... and Living Disco Club, offering two distinct yet complementary interpretations. Mo... (180 GR Disco Mix) takes its cue from the original Banda Maje version, itself a contemporary homage to Peppino Di Capri, already given a club reinterpretation. N-Zino elevates the track with a nu disco approach, emphasizing its elegant groove and sunnier, funkier side, blending disco influences with pulsing basslines, shimmering percussion, and warm synth textures, all infused with contemporary sensibilities while keeping the original melody alive. The result is a bright, danceable reinterpretation designed for both listening and the dancefloor. In a different yet perfectly complementary direction, Living Disco Club (Don Ciccio Tribute Mix) explores a deep house dimension, turning Banda Maje's disco-inspired original into a hypnotic, late-night groove. Deep bass, soft drum machines, essential rhythms, and atmospheric pads create a rich, warm, immersive vibe, ideal for after-hours or more refined, introspective club moments. Together, these remixes highlight N-Zino and 180 GR Records' vision: celebrating strong musical roots, connecting Italy's musical past with contemporary club culture, offering tracks that honor the tradition and the originals released by Four Flies, while speaking directly to modern dancefloors.

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Japanese pressing

two Japanese rare groove classics from 70's selected by DJ CHINTAM (Wamono AtoZ), both tracks are first time pressed on 7 inch.

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Japanese pressing

First time 7-inch release of two tracks featured on MURO’s compilation album “DIGGIN’ VICTOR: Deep Into The Vaults Of Japanese Fusion / AOR

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