Parallel 9 is one of Steve Rachmad's monikers, under which he crafts deep and slightly dubby techno. Tell us, exactly how long have you been waiting and longing for a new Parallel 9 EP?! Well, we'll tell you, Dominus – the previous Parallel 9 EP on Music Man – dates from 2005, so a follow-up was long overdue. But it's there, so start getting over your excitement and put the needle on the record and go with the flow! This is class A material, from the master himself. Three full tracks and three tools, on one fine double pack. From Music Man, with love.
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More records from parallel 9
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Parallel 9 - Dominus (Remastered Version)
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Parallel 9 - Ventris (Remastered Version)
3
Parallel 9 - Vestras (Remastered Version)
(2026 Remastered versions) Highly sought after Steve Rachmad classic finally gets a repress!
Tracklist
A. Parallel 9 - Dominus (Remastered Version)
B1. Parallel 9 - Ventris (Remastered Version)
B2. Parallel 9 - Vestras (Remastered Version)
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Tracklist
A. Parallel 9 - Dominus (Remastered Version)
B1. Parallel 9 - Ventris (Remastered Version)
B2. Parallel 9 - Vestras (Remastered Version)
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Parallel 9 - Quanah (Full 1996 Mix)
2
Parallel 9 - Quantico
3
Parallel 9 - Quadrus
Repress!
Three more iconic Parallel 9 dub-techno classics from the Steve Rachmad archives re-issued on the Delsin Sterac series. Originally released in 1996 on Prime, now re-mastered. Track order is shuffled a bit, as it turned out the full 10 minutes version of Quanah was shortened in 1996. It was through the preparation of this re-issue Steve found out now 25 years later they had shortened the track by four minutes back then for some reason. Steve Rachmad's richly melodic strain of techno has resulted in a huge body of work he has been growing since the early 90s. His sound is the perfect distillation of machine soul - dubby atmospherics and crisp, danceable dynamics balanced in perfect unison. Amsterdam's Delsin Records gathers together some of the Dutch techno figurehead's most important, sought-after works in a new EP series, all remastered from the original DAT tapes from Steve's archives. Adding to the weight of this series, the accompanying artwork is being created by Boris Tellegen, aka legendary graffiti artist Delta who first began designing sleeves with Secret Life Of Machines. Since then he created many works for labels including Delsin.
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Three more iconic Parallel 9 dub-techno classics from the Steve Rachmad archives re-issued on the Delsin Sterac series. Originally released in 1996 on Prime, now re-mastered. Track order is shuffled a bit, as it turned out the full 10 minutes version of Quanah was shortened in 1996. It was through the preparation of this re-issue Steve found out now 25 years later they had shortened the track by four minutes back then for some reason. Steve Rachmad's richly melodic strain of techno has resulted in a huge body of work he has been growing since the early 90s. His sound is the perfect distillation of machine soul - dubby atmospherics and crisp, danceable dynamics balanced in perfect unison. Amsterdam's Delsin Records gathers together some of the Dutch techno figurehead's most important, sought-after works in a new EP series, all remastered from the original DAT tapes from Steve's archives. Adding to the weight of this series, the accompanying artwork is being created by Boris Tellegen, aka legendary graffiti artist Delta who first began designing sleeves with Secret Life Of Machines. Since then he created many works for labels including Delsin.
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Parallel 9 - Helix
2
Parallel 9 - Gnosis
Repress!
Second EP in the Steve Rachmad re-issue series. Two iconic Parallel 9 dub-techno classics from the Steve Rachmad archives. Originally released in 1995 on Prime, now re-mastered in 2021 fashion. Steve Rachmad's richly melodic strain of techno has resulted in a huge body of work he has been growing since the early 90s. His sound is the perfect distillation of machine soul - dubby atmospherics and crisp, danceable dynamics balanced in perfect unison. Amsterdam's Delsin Records gathers together some of the Dutch techno figurehead's most important, sought-after works in a new EP series, all remastered from the original DAT tapes from Steve's archives. Adding to the weight of this series, the accompanying artwork is being created by Boris Tellegen, aka legendary graffiti artist Delta who first began designing sleeves with Secret Life Of Machines. Since then he created many works for labels including Delsin.
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Second EP in the Steve Rachmad re-issue series. Two iconic Parallel 9 dub-techno classics from the Steve Rachmad archives. Originally released in 1995 on Prime, now re-mastered in 2021 fashion. Steve Rachmad's richly melodic strain of techno has resulted in a huge body of work he has been growing since the early 90s. His sound is the perfect distillation of machine soul - dubby atmospherics and crisp, danceable dynamics balanced in perfect unison. Amsterdam's Delsin Records gathers together some of the Dutch techno figurehead's most important, sought-after works in a new EP series, all remastered from the original DAT tapes from Steve's archives. Adding to the weight of this series, the accompanying artwork is being created by Boris Tellegen, aka legendary graffiti artist Delta who first began designing sleeves with Secret Life Of Machines. Since then he created many works for labels including Delsin.
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More records from music man
1
Parallel 9 - Dominus (Remastered Version)
2
Parallel 9 - Ventris (Remastered Version)
3
Parallel 9 - Vestras (Remastered Version)
(2026 Remastered versions) Highly sought after Steve Rachmad classic finally gets a repress!
Tracklist
A. Parallel 9 - Dominus (Remastered Version)
B1. Parallel 9 - Ventris (Remastered Version)
B2. Parallel 9 - Vestras (Remastered Version)
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A. Parallel 9 - Dominus (Remastered Version)
B1. Parallel 9 - Ventris (Remastered Version)
B2. Parallel 9 - Vestras (Remastered Version)
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Steve Rachmad presents Ignacio - Virton Upgraded
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Steve Rachmad presents Ignacio - Virton Upgraded (Ben Klock Remix A)
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Steve Rachmad presents Ignacio - Virton Upgraded (Ben Klock Remix B)
Repress
The two Ben Klock remixes and Steve Rachmad remix of the classic 'Virton' get a long awaited 2026 repress!
One of the ultimate Music Man classics re-worked by the master himself. Included are two different remixes by Ben Klock from Berghain and Ostgut Ton fame. Essential!
Tracklist
A. Steve Rachmad presents Ignacio - Virton Upgraded
B1. Steve Rachmad presents Ignacio - Virton Upgraded (Ben Klock Remix A)
B2. Steve Rachmad presents Ignacio - Virton Upgraded (Ben Klock Remix B)
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The two Ben Klock remixes and Steve Rachmad remix of the classic 'Virton' get a long awaited 2026 repress!
One of the ultimate Music Man classics re-worked by the master himself. Included are two different remixes by Ben Klock from Berghain and Ostgut Ton fame. Essential!
Tracklist
A. Steve Rachmad presents Ignacio - Virton Upgraded
B1. Steve Rachmad presents Ignacio - Virton Upgraded (Ben Klock Remix A)
B2. Steve Rachmad presents Ignacio - Virton Upgraded (Ben Klock Remix B)
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Robert Hood - And Then We Planned Our Escape
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Robert Hood - Needs And Wants
3
Robert Hood - Strobe Light
4
Robert Hood - Side Effect
2026 repress of this classic Robert Hood record from 2007!
Tracklist
A1. Robert Hood - And Then We Planned Our Escape
A2. Robert Hood - Needs And Wants
B1. Robert Hood - Strobe Light
B2. Robert Hood - Side Effect
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A1. Robert Hood - And Then We Planned Our Escape
A2. Robert Hood - Needs And Wants
B1. Robert Hood - Strobe Light
B2. Robert Hood - Side Effect
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Blake Baxter - Sexuality
2
Suburban Knight - The Worlds
3
E-Dancer - Feel The Mood (N.Y. Groove Mix)
4
Yvette - Pump Me (Mayday Mix)
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part 1 of 4
The Detroit connection
incl classic tracks by Blake Baxter, Suburban Knight, E-Dancer & Yvette
Selection of tracks from the 40 track compilation Boccaccio Life 1987-1993. Boccaccio has secured its place amonglegendary venues like Paradise Garage in and The Haçienda. Its bold fusion of emerging electronic genres such as New Beat, Acid, House, and Techno was way ahead of its time, drawing music lovers and clubbers from across Belgium and beyond.
Tracklist
A1. Blake Baxter - Sexuality
A2. Suburban Knight - The Worlds
B1. E-Dancer - Feel The Mood (N.Y. Groove Mix)
B2. Yvette - Pump Me (Mayday Mix)
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The Detroit connection
incl classic tracks by Blake Baxter, Suburban Knight, E-Dancer & Yvette
Selection of tracks from the 40 track compilation Boccaccio Life 1987-1993. Boccaccio has secured its place amonglegendary venues like Paradise Garage in and The Haçienda. Its bold fusion of emerging electronic genres such as New Beat, Acid, House, and Techno was way ahead of its time, drawing music lovers and clubbers from across Belgium and beyond.
Tracklist
A1. Blake Baxter - Sexuality
A2. Suburban Knight - The Worlds
B1. E-Dancer - Feel The Mood (N.Y. Groove Mix)
B2. Yvette - Pump Me (Mayday Mix)
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QX-1 - I Won't Hurt You (I Swear)
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Fred Brown - Roman Days
3
Mr. Fingers - I'm Strong (Instrumental)
4
Laurent X - Machines (Apocalypse Mix)
clear vinyl
part 2 of 4
The Chicago Connection
incl classic tracks by QX-1, Fred Brown, Mr. Fingers & Laurent X
Selection of tracks from the 40 track compilation Boccaccio Life 1987-1993. Boccaccio has secured its place amonglegendary venues like Paradise Garage and The Haçienda. Its bold fusion of emerging electronic genres such as New Beat, Acid, House, and Techno was way ahead of its time, drawing music lovers and clubbers from across Belgium and beyond.
Tracklist
A1. QX-1 - I Won't Hurt You (I Swear)
A2. Fred Brown - Roman Days
B1. Mr. Fingers - I'm Strong (Instrumental)
B2. Laurent X - Machines (Apocalypse Mix)
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part 2 of 4
The Chicago Connection
incl classic tracks by QX-1, Fred Brown, Mr. Fingers & Laurent X
Selection of tracks from the 40 track compilation Boccaccio Life 1987-1993. Boccaccio has secured its place amonglegendary venues like Paradise Garage and The Haçienda. Its bold fusion of emerging electronic genres such as New Beat, Acid, House, and Techno was way ahead of its time, drawing music lovers and clubbers from across Belgium and beyond.
Tracklist
A1. QX-1 - I Won't Hurt You (I Swear)
A2. Fred Brown - Roman Days
B1. Mr. Fingers - I'm Strong (Instrumental)
B2. Laurent X - Machines (Apocalypse Mix)
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Revelation - First Power (Original Mix)
2
Egotrip - Dreamworld (World Of Dreams Mix)
3
33 1/3 Queen - Searchin'
4
Bobby Konders - Let There Be House
blue transparent vinyl
part 3 of 4
The New York Connection
incl. classic tracks by Revelation, Egotrip, 33 1/3 Queen & Bobby Konders
Selection of tracks from the 40 track compilation Boccaccio Life 1987-1993. Boccaccio has secured its place amonglegendary venues like Paradise Garage and The Haçienda. Its bold fusion of emerging electronic genres such as New Beat, Acid, House, and Techno was way ahead of its time, drawing music lovers and clubbers from across Belgium and beyond.
Tracklist
A1. Revelation - First Power (Original Mix)
A2. Egotrip - Dreamworld (World Of Dreams Mix)
B1. 33 1/3 Queen - Searchin'
B2. Bobby Konders - Let There Be House
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The New York Connection
incl. classic tracks by Revelation, Egotrip, 33 1/3 Queen & Bobby Konders
Selection of tracks from the 40 track compilation Boccaccio Life 1987-1993. Boccaccio has secured its place amonglegendary venues like Paradise Garage and The Haçienda. Its bold fusion of emerging electronic genres such as New Beat, Acid, House, and Techno was way ahead of its time, drawing music lovers and clubbers from across Belgium and beyond.
Tracklist
A1. Revelation - First Power (Original Mix)
A2. Egotrip - Dreamworld (World Of Dreams Mix)
B1. 33 1/3 Queen - Searchin'
B2. Bobby Konders - Let There Be House
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Steve Poindexter - Computer Madness
2
Age Of Chance - Time's Up (Timeless)
3
LFO - LFO (Leeds Warehouse Mix)
4
Alice D In Wonderland - Time Problem (Techno Speed Work)
white vinyl
part 4 of 4
incl classic tracks by Steve Poindexter, Age Of Chance, LFO & Alice D In Wonderland
Selection of tracks from the 40 track compilation Boccaccio Life 1987-1993. Boccaccio has secured its place amonglegendary venues like Paradise Garage and The Haçienda. Its bold fusion of emerging electronic genres such as New Beat, Acid, House, and Techno was way ahead of its time, drawing music lovers and clubbers from across Belgium and beyond.
Tracklist
A1. Steve Poindexter - Computer Madness
A2. Age Of Chance - Time's Up (Timeless)
B1. LFO - LFO (Leeds Warehouse Mix)
B2. Alice D In Wonderland - Time Problem (Techno Speed Work)
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part 4 of 4
incl classic tracks by Steve Poindexter, Age Of Chance, LFO & Alice D In Wonderland
Selection of tracks from the 40 track compilation Boccaccio Life 1987-1993. Boccaccio has secured its place amonglegendary venues like Paradise Garage and The Haçienda. Its bold fusion of emerging electronic genres such as New Beat, Acid, House, and Techno was way ahead of its time, drawing music lovers and clubbers from across Belgium and beyond.
Tracklist
A1. Steve Poindexter - Computer Madness
A2. Age Of Chance - Time's Up (Timeless)
B1. LFO - LFO (Leeds Warehouse Mix)
B2. Alice D In Wonderland - Time Problem (Techno Speed Work)
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Blake Baxter - Sexuality
2
Suburban Knight - The Worlds
3
E-Dancer - Feel The Mood (N.Y. Groove Mix)
4
Yvette - Pump Me (Mayday Mix)
5
QX-1 - I Won't Hurt You (I Swear)
6
Fred Brown - Roman Days
7
Mr. Fingers - I'm Strong (Instrumental)
8
Laurent X - Machines (Apocalypse Mix)
9
Revelation - First Power (Original Mix)
10
Egotrip - Dreamworld (World Of Dreams Mix)
11
33 1/3 Queen - Searchin'
12
Bobby Konders - Let There Be House
13
Steve Poindexter - Computer Madness
14
Age Of Chance - Time's Up (Timeless)
15
LFO - LFO (Leeds Warehouse Mix)
16
Alice D In Wonderland - Time Problem (Techno Speed Work)
17
Joeski - My English Lover (Acid Mix)
18
Pleasure Zone - Fantasy
19
Mellow Man Ace - Rhyme Fighter (House Dub)
20
The Gherkin Jerks - Strange Creatures
21
The D.O.C. - Portrait Of A Masterpiece (CJ's Ed-Did-It-Mix)
22
Robert Armani - Circus Bells (Full Length Original Mix)
23
Todd Terry presents CLS - Can You Feel It (In House Dub)
24
Virgo - Free Yourself
25
Tronikhouse - The Savage & Beyond (Savage Reese Mix)
26
The Orb - A Huge Evergrowing Pulsating Brain That Rules From The Centre Of The U
27
Mental Mayhem - Where Are They Hiding
28
Edwards & Armani - Acid Drill
29
NJOI - Jupiter Re-Dawn
30
Basex - U-R-SELF-GO (All Night Mix)
31
A Homeboy, A Hippie & A Funki Dredd - Total Confusion (Heavenly Mix)
32
2 Men From Jersey - Track Werk (After Dark Mix)
33
Human Resource - Dominator (Frank De Wulf Remix)
34
Frankie Knuckles - Your Love
35
Simon Sed - Criminal
36
Tyree - Hardcore Hip House (Joe Smooths Too Deep Mix)
37
Frankie Bones - Call It Techno (House Mix)
38
Frank De Wulf - The Tape (Remix)
39
A Guy Called Gerald - Automanikk (Derrick May The Force Be With You Mix)
40
Sheer Taft - Cascades (Hypnotone Mix)
(10x12" box set, limited to 1000 copies, with premium finishing, uniquely numbered, incl. 10 records in individually printed sleeves, a booklet detailing the club's history & exclusive stickers) Boccaccio has secured its place among legendary venueslike Paradise Garage in New York and The Hacçinda in Manchester. Its bold fusion of emerging electronic genres such as New Beat, Acid, House, and Techno was way ahead of its time, drawing music lovers and clubbers from across Belgium and beyond.
Tracklist
Vinyl 1
A1. Blake Baxter - Sexuality
A2. Suburban Knight - The Worlds
B1. E-Dancer - Feel The Mood (N.Y. Groove Mix)
B2. Yvette - Pump Me (Mayday Mix)
Vinyl 2
A1. QX-1 - I Won't Hurt You (I Swear)
A2. Fred Brown - Roman Days
B1. Mr. Fingers - I'm Strong (Instrumental)
B2. Laurent X - Machines (Apocalypse Mix)
Vinyl 3
A1. Revelation - First Power (Original Mix)
A2. Egotrip - Dreamworld (World Of Dreams Mix)
B1. 33 1/3 Queen - Searchin'
B2. Bobby Konders - Let There Be House
Vinyl 4
A1. Steve Poindexter - Computer Madness
A2. Age Of Chance - Time's Up (Timeless)
B1. LFO - LFO (Leeds Warehouse Mix)
B2. Alice D In Wonderland - Time Problem (Techno Speed Work)
Vinyl 5
A1. Joeski - My English Lover (Acid Mix)
A2. Pleasure Zone - Fantasy
B1. Mellow Man Ace - Rhyme Fighter (House Dub)
B2. The Gherkin Jerks - Strange Creatures
Vinyl 6
A1. The D.O.C. - Portrait Of A Masterpiece (CJ's Ed-Did-It-Mix)
A2. Robert Armani - Circus Bells (Full Length Original Mix)
B1. Todd Terry presents CLS - Can You Feel It (In House Dub)
B2. Virgo - Free Yourself
Vinyl 7
A1. Tronikhouse - The Savage & Beyond (Savage Reese Mix)
A2. The Orb - A Huge Evergrowing Pulsating Brain That Rules From The Centre Of The Ultraworld (Orbital Dance Mix)
B1. Mental Mayhem - Where Are They Hiding
B2. Edwards & Armani - Acid Drill
Vinyl 8
A1. NJOI - Jupiter Re-Dawn
A2. Basex - U-R-SELF-GO (All Night Mix)
B1. A Homeboy, A Hippie & A Funki Dredd - Total Confusion (Heavenly Mix)
B2. 2 Men From Jersey - Track Werk (After Dark Mix)
Vinyl 9
A1. Human Resource - Dominator (Frank De Wulf Remix)
A2. Frankie Knuckles - Your Love
B1. Simon Sed - Criminal
B2. Tyree - Hardcore Hip House (Joe Smooths Too Deep Mix)
Vinyl 10
A1. Frankie Bones - Call It Techno (House Mix)
A2. Frank De Wulf - The Tape (Remix)
B1. A Guy Called Gerald - Automanikk (Derrick May The Force Be With You Mix)
B2. Sheer Taft - Cascades (Hypnotone Mix)
Belgian label Music Man Records presents Boccaccio Life 1987-1993, a new compilation offering a fresh perspective on the legacy of the iconic Belgian club Boccaccio - often associated with the short-lived New Beat movement. The 40-track compilation highlights the raw and futuristic early house and techno sounds that were heard in the pioneering club.
Located in rural Destelbergen (Belgium), just a stone's throw from Ghent, Boccaccio has secured its place among legendary venues like Paradise Garage in New York and The Hacçinda in Manchester. Its bold fusion of emerging electronic genres such as New Beat, Acid, House, and Techno was way ahead of its time, drawing music lovers and clubbers from across Belgium and beyond. Sundays at Boccaccio were unlike anywhere else-offering sounds you couldn't hear anywhere else.
Boccaccio Life 1987-1993 is carefully curated by resident DJ Olivier Pieters and club regular Stefaan Vandenberghe, standing as the ultimate testament to a club that was more than just a venue. For those who experienced it, it was a community - a way of life. Hence the club's full name: Boccaccio Life.
This compilation stands as a testament to an innovative time in electronic music, capturing the raw, futuristic sounds of early house and techno. It sheds light on another side of Boccaccio, one that goes far beyond the short-lived New Beat scene. A carefully curated selection of 40 tracks, resonating with those who were there by offering familiar classics, while also reaching a new generation-those who never experienced it firsthand.
With tracks from Blake Baxter, Virgo, Frankie Knuckles, Tyree, and A Guy Called Gerald, the unmistakable influence of black American pioneers is clear-the originators of the firstanalog house and techno sounds. On the other hand, UK sound innovators such as The Orb and LFO bring both sharp textures and rough breakbeats to the table.
Club staple tracks include dreamy excursions from Roger Sanchez under his Egotrip moniker, the relentless basement house of Circus Bells by Robert Armani on Dance Mania, an uplifting take on a hip-house cut from The D.O.C. (Portrait of A Masterpiece in the CJ Ed-Did-It Mix), a timeless remix of UK Formation's Age of Chance from 1994, and an alternate take on The Tape by Boccaccio club regular and Belgian producer Frank De Wulf, taken from his B-Sides project.
While not always the obvious hits, these tracks have gracefully withstood the test of time, and were exclusive to Sundays at Boccaccio. Now, they are finally available to experience together in one collection, offering a timeless snapshot of a unique era.
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Tracklist
Vinyl 1
A1. Blake Baxter - Sexuality
A2. Suburban Knight - The Worlds
B1. E-Dancer - Feel The Mood (N.Y. Groove Mix)
B2. Yvette - Pump Me (Mayday Mix)
Vinyl 2
A1. QX-1 - I Won't Hurt You (I Swear)
A2. Fred Brown - Roman Days
B1. Mr. Fingers - I'm Strong (Instrumental)
B2. Laurent X - Machines (Apocalypse Mix)
Vinyl 3
A1. Revelation - First Power (Original Mix)
A2. Egotrip - Dreamworld (World Of Dreams Mix)
B1. 33 1/3 Queen - Searchin'
B2. Bobby Konders - Let There Be House
Vinyl 4
A1. Steve Poindexter - Computer Madness
A2. Age Of Chance - Time's Up (Timeless)
B1. LFO - LFO (Leeds Warehouse Mix)
B2. Alice D In Wonderland - Time Problem (Techno Speed Work)
Vinyl 5
A1. Joeski - My English Lover (Acid Mix)
A2. Pleasure Zone - Fantasy
B1. Mellow Man Ace - Rhyme Fighter (House Dub)
B2. The Gherkin Jerks - Strange Creatures
Vinyl 6
A1. The D.O.C. - Portrait Of A Masterpiece (CJ's Ed-Did-It-Mix)
A2. Robert Armani - Circus Bells (Full Length Original Mix)
B1. Todd Terry presents CLS - Can You Feel It (In House Dub)
B2. Virgo - Free Yourself
Vinyl 7
A1. Tronikhouse - The Savage & Beyond (Savage Reese Mix)
A2. The Orb - A Huge Evergrowing Pulsating Brain That Rules From The Centre Of The Ultraworld (Orbital Dance Mix)
B1. Mental Mayhem - Where Are They Hiding
B2. Edwards & Armani - Acid Drill
Vinyl 8
A1. NJOI - Jupiter Re-Dawn
A2. Basex - U-R-SELF-GO (All Night Mix)
B1. A Homeboy, A Hippie & A Funki Dredd - Total Confusion (Heavenly Mix)
B2. 2 Men From Jersey - Track Werk (After Dark Mix)
Vinyl 9
A1. Human Resource - Dominator (Frank De Wulf Remix)
A2. Frankie Knuckles - Your Love
B1. Simon Sed - Criminal
B2. Tyree - Hardcore Hip House (Joe Smooths Too Deep Mix)
Vinyl 10
A1. Frankie Bones - Call It Techno (House Mix)
A2. Frank De Wulf - The Tape (Remix)
B1. A Guy Called Gerald - Automanikk (Derrick May The Force Be With You Mix)
B2. Sheer Taft - Cascades (Hypnotone Mix)
Belgian label Music Man Records presents Boccaccio Life 1987-1993, a new compilation offering a fresh perspective on the legacy of the iconic Belgian club Boccaccio - often associated with the short-lived New Beat movement. The 40-track compilation highlights the raw and futuristic early house and techno sounds that were heard in the pioneering club.
Located in rural Destelbergen (Belgium), just a stone's throw from Ghent, Boccaccio has secured its place among legendary venues like Paradise Garage in New York and The Hacçinda in Manchester. Its bold fusion of emerging electronic genres such as New Beat, Acid, House, and Techno was way ahead of its time, drawing music lovers and clubbers from across Belgium and beyond. Sundays at Boccaccio were unlike anywhere else-offering sounds you couldn't hear anywhere else.
Boccaccio Life 1987-1993 is carefully curated by resident DJ Olivier Pieters and club regular Stefaan Vandenberghe, standing as the ultimate testament to a club that was more than just a venue. For those who experienced it, it was a community - a way of life. Hence the club's full name: Boccaccio Life.
This compilation stands as a testament to an innovative time in electronic music, capturing the raw, futuristic sounds of early house and techno. It sheds light on another side of Boccaccio, one that goes far beyond the short-lived New Beat scene. A carefully curated selection of 40 tracks, resonating with those who were there by offering familiar classics, while also reaching a new generation-those who never experienced it firsthand.
With tracks from Blake Baxter, Virgo, Frankie Knuckles, Tyree, and A Guy Called Gerald, the unmistakable influence of black American pioneers is clear-the originators of the firstanalog house and techno sounds. On the other hand, UK sound innovators such as The Orb and LFO bring both sharp textures and rough breakbeats to the table.
Club staple tracks include dreamy excursions from Roger Sanchez under his Egotrip moniker, the relentless basement house of Circus Bells by Robert Armani on Dance Mania, an uplifting take on a hip-house cut from The D.O.C. (Portrait of A Masterpiece in the CJ Ed-Did-It Mix), a timeless remix of UK Formation's Age of Chance from 1994, and an alternate take on The Tape by Boccaccio club regular and Belgian producer Frank De Wulf, taken from his B-Sides project.
While not always the obvious hits, these tracks have gracefully withstood the test of time, and were exclusive to Sundays at Boccaccio. Now, they are finally available to experience together in one collection, offering a timeless snapshot of a unique era.
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Frank De Wulf - Compression
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Frank De Wulf - Reforced
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Frank De Wulf - Just Another Beat
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Frank De Wulf - There Ain't Nobody
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Frank De Wulf - Electrain
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Frank De Wulf - Compression (Remix)
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Frank De Wulf - Magic Orchestra
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Frank De Wulf - Freestyle 909
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Frank De Wulf - Magic Orchestra (CJ Bolland Remix)
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Frank De Wulf - Latino
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Frank De Wulf - The Heat of The Moment
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Frank De Wulf - Butterfly
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Frank De Wulf - The Tape (Remix)
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Frank De Wulf - The Darkness Revisited
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Frank De Wulf - Foreign Trips
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Frank De Wulf - Orbital Ways
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Frank De Wulf - The Original
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Frank De Wulf - The Tape
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Frank De Wulf - Moribund
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Frank De Wulf - Imagination
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Frank De Wulf - Raise
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Frank De Wulf - Traffic
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Frank De Wulf - Moral Soundabuse
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Frank De Wulf - I Love You
Box set with Silver Foil finishing, limited to 500 numbered copies, includes 4 x 180 grams heavy weight vinyl records + 8-page booklet with liner notes. Music Man presents the ultimate compilation of the seminal B-Sides project by Frank De Wulf, originally released on the label in 1990.
Mock up + snippets
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TRACKLISTING
A1. Frank De Wulf - Compression
A2. Frank De Wulf - Reforced
A3. Frank De Wulf - Just Another Beat
B1. Frank De Wulf - There Ain't Nobody
B2. Frank De Wulf - Electrain
B3. Frank De Wulf - Compression (Remix)
C1. Frank De Wulf - Magic Orchestra
C2. Frank De Wulf - Freestyle 909
C3. Frank De Wulf - Magic Orchestra (CJ Bolland Remix)
D1. Frank De Wulf - Latino
D2. Frank De Wulf - The Heat of The Moment
D3. Frank De Wulf - Butterfly
E1. Frank De Wulf - The Tape (Remix)
E2. Frank De Wulf - The Darkness Revisited
E3. Frank De Wulf - Foreign Trips
F1. Frank De Wulf - Orbital Ways
F2. Frank De Wulf - The Original
F3. Frank De Wulf - The Tape
G1. Frank De Wulf - Moribund
G2. Frank De Wulf - Imagination
G3. Frank De Wulf - Raise
H1. Frank De Wulf - Traffic
H2. Frank De Wulf - Moral Soundabuse
H3. Frank De Wulf - I Love You
INFO
Music Man presents the ultimate compilation of the seminal B-Sides project by Frank De Wulf, originally released on the label in 1990.
Frank De Wulf is one of the most influential and ground-breaking producers to emerge from the Belgian new beat and techno scene.
This box set includes all music originally released on The B-Sides volume I, II, III, IV, 'The B Sides Remixed' & 'Beyond The B-Sides', pressed onto 4 x 180 grams heavy weight vinyl records including a 8-page booklet with liner notes.
Limited to 500 numbered copies.
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Mock up + snippets
Pictogram Map MM182
TRACKLISTING
A1. Frank De Wulf - Compression
A2. Frank De Wulf - Reforced
A3. Frank De Wulf - Just Another Beat
B1. Frank De Wulf - There Ain't Nobody
B2. Frank De Wulf - Electrain
B3. Frank De Wulf - Compression (Remix)
C1. Frank De Wulf - Magic Orchestra
C2. Frank De Wulf - Freestyle 909
C3. Frank De Wulf - Magic Orchestra (CJ Bolland Remix)
D1. Frank De Wulf - Latino
D2. Frank De Wulf - The Heat of The Moment
D3. Frank De Wulf - Butterfly
E1. Frank De Wulf - The Tape (Remix)
E2. Frank De Wulf - The Darkness Revisited
E3. Frank De Wulf - Foreign Trips
F1. Frank De Wulf - Orbital Ways
F2. Frank De Wulf - The Original
F3. Frank De Wulf - The Tape
G1. Frank De Wulf - Moribund
G2. Frank De Wulf - Imagination
G3. Frank De Wulf - Raise
H1. Frank De Wulf - Traffic
H2. Frank De Wulf - Moral Soundabuse
H3. Frank De Wulf - I Love You
INFO
Music Man presents the ultimate compilation of the seminal B-Sides project by Frank De Wulf, originally released on the label in 1990.
Frank De Wulf is one of the most influential and ground-breaking producers to emerge from the Belgian new beat and techno scene.
This box set includes all music originally released on The B-Sides volume I, II, III, IV, 'The B Sides Remixed' & 'Beyond The B-Sides', pressed onto 4 x 180 grams heavy weight vinyl records including a 8-page booklet with liner notes.
Limited to 500 numbered copies.
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B-Sides (Frank De Wulf) - Magic Orchestra (PAS Live Jack Edit)
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B-Sides (Frank De Wulf) - Magic Orchestra (PAS Vortex Remix)
TRACKLISTING:
A. Frank De Wulf - Magic Orchestra (PAS Live Jack Edit)
B. Frank De Wulf - Magic Orchestra (PAS Vortex Remix)
INFO:
Music Man returns after a long silence. In the run-up to the release of the B-Sides boxset in May, Luke Slater aka Planetary Assault Systems delivers 2 remixes of one of Frank De Wulf's most legendary tracks 'Magic Orchestra'.
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A. Frank De Wulf - Magic Orchestra (PAS Live Jack Edit)
B. Frank De Wulf - Magic Orchestra (PAS Vortex Remix)
INFO:
Music Man returns after a long silence. In the run-up to the release of the B-Sides boxset in May, Luke Slater aka Planetary Assault Systems delivers 2 remixes of one of Frank De Wulf's most legendary tracks 'Magic Orchestra'.
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Petar Dundov - No Title
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Petar Dundov - No Title
Petar Dundov returns to Belgium's iconic Music Man Records with his brand new 'Synesthetic Flow', a 8-minute melodic trance-esque journey that boasts a sublime evolving arrangement encompassing, a solid four-to-the-floor rhythm, intriguing percussive elements and a distinctive arpeggiated synth melody that takes centre stage. Patrice Baumel is on remix duties, adding his own unique style to deliver a fascinating club-ready framework that complements the original's lush melodies brilliantly.
TRACKLISTING
A. Petar Dundov - Synesthetic Flow
B. Petar Dundov - Synesthetic Flow (Patrice Baumel Remix)
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A. Petar Dundov - Synesthetic Flow
B. Petar Dundov - Synesthetic Flow (Patrice Baumel Remix)
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Isolee & Auto Kinetic - No Title
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Isolee & Auto Kinetic - No Title
TRACKLISTING
A. Isolee - Beau Mot Plage (Mental Overdrive Mix)
B. Auto Kinetic - Symetry (Sensurreal's Resong)
INFO
Music Man celebrates its 30th birthday with a limited series of special coloured vinyls, containing 2 classic tracks that were important in the labels history.
Up next are are Mental Overdrive's remix of the Isolee classic 'Beau Mot Plage' (MMSPEC08, 2000) and Symetry (Sensurreal's Resong) (MMSPEC01, 1995).
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A. Isolee - Beau Mot Plage (Mental Overdrive Mix)
B. Auto Kinetic - Symetry (Sensurreal's Resong)
INFO
Music Man celebrates its 30th birthday with a limited series of special coloured vinyls, containing 2 classic tracks that were important in the labels history.
Up next are are Mental Overdrive's remix of the Isolee classic 'Beau Mot Plage' (MMSPEC08, 2000) and Symetry (Sensurreal's Resong) (MMSPEC01, 1995).
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deetron - No Title
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deetron - No Title
Fresh from releasing his DJ-Kicks mix in March of this year, Heartwalking is a two track EP playing with fast moving and melodic techno. The title track is a high energy cut which tumbles over precise drums patterns and thumping bass. Heartwalking AMversion adds a euphoric melody, guaranteed to keep people on the dance floor until the early hours. A perfectly composed set which continue his legacy of making thoughtful and skilful dance music.
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petar dundov - Petar Dundov - Dalmatina
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petar dundov - Petar Dundov - Once We Were Here
(180 gr vinyl, pearl-stripe label artwork!) The EP's lead track 'Dalmatina' kicks things off, taking the listener on a 9-minute melodic trance-esque journey that boasts a sublime evolving arrangement encompassing, a solid four-to-the-floor rhythm, intriguing percussive elements and a distinctive arpeggiated synth melody that takes centre stage.
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petar dundov - A Petar Dundov - The Lattice (Frank Wiedemann Remix)
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petar dundov - B Petar Dundov - The Lattice
Frank Wiedemann from Âme and Howling fame is on remix duties for the first single from Petar's fourth Music Man album 'At The Turn Of Equilibrium'. Summer 2016, this is your soundtrack.
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140-gram 4xLP, heavyweight package including CD. One time pressing of 500 copies worldwide. The follow-up to highly acclaimed Sailing Off The Grid album
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petar dundov - A Petar Dundov - Synchrotonic
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petar dundov - B Petar Dundov - Holiday In Singularity
It's been almost two years since Music Man released Petar Dundov's third album "Sailing Off The Grid" on CD and limited 4LP. He's been so busy touring and remixing that after last year's single "Origins/Rise", these are only the first two new Dundov tracks since the album. Petar's melodic signature sound in full effect. A must for the fans.
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UPC: 827170470064 Release : 19.11.2012
A. Dntel - My Orphaned Son (Die Vögel Remix) AA. Herbert - It's Only (DJ Koze Remix)
Pampa is proud to present stunning remixes from Die Vögel for Dntel & DJ Koze for Matthew Herbert. Still impressed by the outstanding Dntel album "Aimlessness" Die Vögel deliver a remix that broadens their multifaceted sound aesthetics once again with catchy Steve-Reich'esque melodies that cover the voice of Jimmy Tamborello just like they always been there. A very powerful fundament is carrying the house, so big and full of suprises. Also, this house has many windows to all cardinal points.It was 2001 when Matthew Herbert enchanted us all with his blueprint album "Bodily Functions". 11 years later the distinctive DJ Koze takes on two of his all-time favs to remix, "You saw it all" (which will be part of the re-release on Accidental) and "It's only" which will be released by Pampa Records digitally AND on vinyl. The result is a breathtaking piece of modern music,
The beautiful voice of Dani Siciliano has experienced a total new dress, she´s now the irrestible captain of a fat but flexible submarine, diggin' in deep waters for new ways to enlighten the dancefloor...
An instant classic already....
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UPC: 827170470064 Release : 19.11.2012
A. Dntel - My Orphaned Son (Die Vögel Remix) AA. Herbert - It's Only (DJ Koze Remix)
Pampa is proud to present stunning remixes from Die Vögel for Dntel & DJ Koze for Matthew Herbert. Still impressed by the outstanding Dntel album "Aimlessness" Die Vögel deliver a remix that broadens their multifaceted sound aesthetics once again with catchy Steve-Reich'esque melodies that cover the voice of Jimmy Tamborello just like they always been there. A very powerful fundament is carrying the house, so big and full of suprises. Also, this house has many windows to all cardinal points.It was 2001 when Matthew Herbert enchanted us all with his blueprint album "Bodily Functions". 11 years later the distinctive DJ Koze takes on two of his all-time favs to remix, "You saw it all" (which will be part of the re-release on Accidental) and "It's only" which will be released by Pampa Records digitally AND on vinyl. The result is a breathtaking piece of modern music,
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An instant classic already....
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Grauzone - FILM 2
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2024 repress
The First Authorised, Official Re Edition of this Electronic, New Wave, Cold Wave, Pop, Synth, Post-Punk Classic, Personally Overseen by Stephan Eicher, Everything Original: Art, Tracklist, Cut on 45 rpm - Printed on 350 GSM Paperstock incl. Sticker!
WRWTFWW Records is very honored to announce the official reissue of Grauzone’s essential 1981 maxi single with timeless classic "Eisbär", proto-techno beast "FILM 2", and romantic synth ballad "Ich Lieb Sie", just in time for the 40th anniversary of the Swiss band’s formation. The three-track vinyl is sourced from the original reels, cut at 45rpm, and comes with its iconic artwork on a 350gsm sleeve.
Tracklisting:
A1. Eisbär
B1. FILM 2
B2. Ich Lieb Sie
Info:
WRWTFWW Records is very honored to announce the official reissue of Grauzone’s essential 1981 maxi single with timeless classic "Eisbär", proto-techno beast "FILM 2", and romantic synth ballad "Ich Lieb Sie", just in time for the 40th anniversary of the Swiss band’s formation. The three-track vinyl is sourced from the original reels, cut at 45rpm, and comes with its iconic artwork on a 350gsm sleeve.
Ich möchte ein Eisbär sein…Written by Martin Eicher after a nightmare in which he saw talking polar bears on the walls, and with music by the Grauzone crew consisting of Martin and his brother Stephan Eicher, Marco Repetto, Christian "GT" Trüssel, and Claudine Chirac (on saxophone), "Eisbär" is the most recognizable title from the band, a sublime mix of ingredients reflecting the transitional era it comes from - the raw energy of punk music still palpable, combined with the audacity of early electronics, the warm groove of a disco gem, beautifully fragile lyrics, and one of the best basslines ever. It became a mega hit, totally unplanned, but how could you resist such a track?
"FILM 2" is the ultimate b-side monster, a menacing all-instrumental pre-techno masterpiece, slowly building to a magnetizing frenzy. An instant underground favorite, it was famously heard played at both speeds depending on the scenes and DJs you were frequenting, 45rpm as it was first intended, and 33rpm for the cosmic experience (search Daniele Baldelli’s Cosmic C75 1982 mixtape online for a great example of this).
The maxi single ends with "Ich Lieb Sie", a synth-pop meets doo-wop ballad, a true love song oozing with innocence. Simple, stylish, and just right.
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Grauzone and WRWTFWW will continue to collaborate on the band’s 40th anniversary reissue campaign, with numerous projects planned for the year, including a vast selection of music, visuals, and literature never available before.
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The First Authorised, Official Re Edition of this Electronic, New Wave, Cold Wave, Pop, Synth, Post-Punk Classic, Personally Overseen by Stephan Eicher, Everything Original: Art, Tracklist, Cut on 45 rpm - Printed on 350 GSM Paperstock incl. Sticker!
WRWTFWW Records is very honored to announce the official reissue of Grauzone’s essential 1981 maxi single with timeless classic "Eisbär", proto-techno beast "FILM 2", and romantic synth ballad "Ich Lieb Sie", just in time for the 40th anniversary of the Swiss band’s formation. The three-track vinyl is sourced from the original reels, cut at 45rpm, and comes with its iconic artwork on a 350gsm sleeve.
Tracklisting:
A1. Eisbär
B1. FILM 2
B2. Ich Lieb Sie
Info:
WRWTFWW Records is very honored to announce the official reissue of Grauzone’s essential 1981 maxi single with timeless classic "Eisbär", proto-techno beast "FILM 2", and romantic synth ballad "Ich Lieb Sie", just in time for the 40th anniversary of the Swiss band’s formation. The three-track vinyl is sourced from the original reels, cut at 45rpm, and comes with its iconic artwork on a 350gsm sleeve.
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Stephan Eicher went on to be, arguably, the most successful Swiss musician ever, with an international career extending from pop chanson to experimental escapades and collaborations with Moondog, artists Sophie Calle and John Armleder, and author Martin Suter among many other luminaries. Marco Repetto flourished as a techno and ambient producer, releasing multiple projects including releases on Aphex Twin’s Rephlex label.
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Tracklist
A. Pick Up (12" Extended Disco Version)
B. The Love Truck
DJ Koze might be one of the world's best producers, but above all he's a DJ, and it's his DJ ear that governs. Just as in a great set, so with his releases: "Seeing Aliens" came out of nowhere, a big buzzing beast of a track, to announce that Koze was back on the scene and prime everyone for the coming album, knock knock. But now that Koze has your attention, it's time to remind everyone what's most important about club music, pull things back, take a turn to the left, and get deep into the groove.
Thus "Pick Up": the second single from knock knock is 100% pure groove, doubly so in the extended 12" version. In a sense it's incredibly familiar - it is essentially a filter disco record, very close to something you could imagine coming out of Paris around the turn of the millennium. But of course, this is Koze. Nothing is normal or familiar in his world, and he's taken this most foundational of clubland staples into new territory. Flipping samples of Gladys Knight & the Pips "Neither One Of Us (Wants to Be the First to Say Goodbye)" and Melba Moore's "Pick Me Up, I'll Dance", it creates something completely airborne, shot through with emotions such as gods must feel: not quite explicable to the human mind but strong enough to knock you off your feet. In its way it's absolutely as powerful as "Seeing Aliens", but it comes in like the proverbial iron fist in a glove of velvet.
The flip, a ten-minute new track, "The Love Truck" is a big contrast again. If "Pick Up" is giddy flight, "The Love Truck" is woozy floating. Its sharp, clicking percussion recalls 2000s minimal techno, but this time absolutely nothing is generic. The long, intense, on-and-off bass tones, the flickers of birdsong, the pure voices slipping in backwards as if from the future... it's all like the most blissful dream, and culminates in a coda so subtle yet so beautiful it's like ever time you've ever seen the sun rise and thought "I never want this to end", all the while understanding deep down that the fleeting nature of the pleasure is also what give it its power. But of course, being created with that consummate DJ's ear, it's also full of the thrill of wondering what Koze has in store next.
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A. Pick Up (12" Extended Disco Version)
B. The Love Truck
DJ Koze might be one of the world's best producers, but above all he's a DJ, and it's his DJ ear that governs. Just as in a great set, so with his releases: "Seeing Aliens" came out of nowhere, a big buzzing beast of a track, to announce that Koze was back on the scene and prime everyone for the coming album, knock knock. But now that Koze has your attention, it's time to remind everyone what's most important about club music, pull things back, take a turn to the left, and get deep into the groove.
Thus "Pick Up": the second single from knock knock is 100% pure groove, doubly so in the extended 12" version. In a sense it's incredibly familiar - it is essentially a filter disco record, very close to something you could imagine coming out of Paris around the turn of the millennium. But of course, this is Koze. Nothing is normal or familiar in his world, and he's taken this most foundational of clubland staples into new territory. Flipping samples of Gladys Knight & the Pips "Neither One Of Us (Wants to Be the First to Say Goodbye)" and Melba Moore's "Pick Me Up, I'll Dance", it creates something completely airborne, shot through with emotions such as gods must feel: not quite explicable to the human mind but strong enough to knock you off your feet. In its way it's absolutely as powerful as "Seeing Aliens", but it comes in like the proverbial iron fist in a glove of velvet.
The flip, a ten-minute new track, "The Love Truck" is a big contrast again. If "Pick Up" is giddy flight, "The Love Truck" is woozy floating. Its sharp, clicking percussion recalls 2000s minimal techno, but this time absolutely nothing is generic. The long, intense, on-and-off bass tones, the flickers of birdsong, the pure voices slipping in backwards as if from the future... it's all like the most blissful dream, and culminates in a coda so subtle yet so beautiful it's like ever time you've ever seen the sun rise and thought "I never want this to end", all the while understanding deep down that the fleeting nature of the pleasure is also what give it its power. But of course, being created with that consummate DJ's ear, it's also full of the thrill of wondering what Koze has in store next.
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Jhobei - Digitaria
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Jhobei - Thinking Nodes
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Jhobei - Beatagroove Funk
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Jhobei - Beatagroove Funk (Carl Finlow Remix)
Following a wildly successful first release, Risk/Reward returns with an outstanding EP from Bizarre Trax bossman and Felon5 member Jhobei, featuring a remix from UK electro royalty Carl Finlow no less! Digitaria combines a groovy organ bass with psychedelic synths and progressive elements, to create a dancefloor-focused, trance-inducing bomb, guaranteed to get crowds of all sizes moving. Trippy, hypnotic but always playful, the perfect track to bring the energy up in the room. A monster bassline, punchy drums and dreamy pads make Thinking Nodes a versatile tool, equally at home early in the night or deep into the after hours. Classic UKG swing meets deep house, plus a sprinkling of rave elements go into the recipe, making a tasty treat for DJs and collectors alike. Beatagroove Funk see's Jhobei channel his inner Random Factor, to create an Electro House ripper, with quirky vocals, glitchy synths, a bassline straight out of a 80s new wave banger and enough drive in the drums to make this a peak time weapon. Carl Finlow delivers an epic masterpiece on the remix of Beatagroove Funk, creating a work of sheer beauty that sounds like a blissful sunset cruise on a hover bike through a futuristic metropolis. Unexplainably detailed and emotional, this is the work of a true master of his craft and will surely go on to be recognized as some of his very best work - simply unmissable! With heavy support from Tini, Harry McCanna, Anna Wall, Rich NxT, Voigtmann and more, Jhobei's star seems destined to keep rising, as Risk/Reward continues to establish itself as a must buy label
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While his debut album "By Your Side"'s release was announced for September the 17th, Breakbot introduces the fruity "One Out Of Two" featuring the faithful vocal performer, Irfane, embellished with remixes from DJ Sneak, Oliver and Get A Room!. The french TV show, Le Grand Journal, selected this track as the sound signature for the Cannes Festival. The vinyl includes also "Program", a tiny biscuit sound, unveiled online on the occasion of his first live performance at the Coachella Festival. Breakbot's shiny funky pop will rock 2012's summer, waiting for the album and next live shows in festivals (Calvi, Dour, Les Vieilles Charues, We Love Green…).
Tracklisting:
Side A:
1. One out of two
2. One out of two (Oliver remix)
3. One out of two (Sneak dub)
Side B :
1. Programme
2. One out of two (Get a room remix)
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Tracklisting:
Side A:
1. One out of two
2. One out of two (Oliver remix)
3. One out of two (Sneak dub)
Side B :
1. Programme
2. One out of two (Get a room remix)
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Monolink - A. Return to Oz - Artbat Remix – 8:00
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Monolink - B1. Father Ocean - Ben Böhmer Remix – 7:56
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Monolink - B2. Sirens - Patrice Bäumel Remix – 7:25
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Tracklist:
A Monlink - Return to Oz - Artbat Remix – 8:00
B1 Monolink - Father Ocean - Ben Böhmer Remix – 7:56
B2 Monolink - Sirens - Patrice Bäumel Remix – 7:25
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Berlin’s own Steffen Linck, a multi-instrumentalist known as Monolink, announces the 12” remixes release, due June 7th via Embassy One. ARTBAT + BEN BÖHMER + PATRICE BÄUMEL + MONOLINK – no more words needed.
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Tracklist:
A Monlink - Return to Oz - Artbat Remix – 8:00
B1 Monolink - Father Ocean - Ben Böhmer Remix – 7:56
B2 Monolink - Sirens - Patrice Bäumel Remix – 7:25
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Berlin’s own Steffen Linck, a multi-instrumentalist known as Monolink, announces the 12” remixes release, due June 7th via Embassy One. ARTBAT + BEN BÖHMER + PATRICE BÄUMEL + MONOLINK – no more words needed.
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dj koze - XTC
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dj koze - Knee On Belly
2026 repress
Tracklist A. XTC - B. Knee On Belly
Shortinfo: DJ Koze's 2013 album opus Amygdala has continued to bewitch all who encounter it since its release. Tipped as his own personal Sgt. Pepper, the sublime long-player revealed a fully-realised and personal body of work, complete with a classic songwriting at its core, House in its heart, and veins coursing with psychedelic color. "La Duquesa" was the album's dreamy single standout, a journey into deep, tropical ecstasy.
"XTC" begins in the same spirit, and captures the all the blissful allusions of its name, but its initial gentility belies the deep intensity to come. Floating pads glow with celestial ambience as a kick drum is gradually coaxed into solid form, and the introduction of spoken text begins the second act. "Many people are experimenting with the drug Ecstasy," it says, "…is the drug like the lie and meditation the truth? Or am I missing something that could really help me?". "XTC" then transforms: sweetly imploring tones become demanding, gentle gradients between chords turn hard-edged, and sharp hi-hats cut through the haze. Complete with Koze's signature percussive quirks, it drives towards the track's final pay off: an undeniable, all-consuming, irresistible high.
"Knee On Belly" recalls Koze at his most tongue-in-cheek and overt; it is bright, bold and literally brassy, using cut-up horns of all shapes and sizes to patchwork together his own unique arrangement. With the highs and mid ranges accounted for, Koze adds in a swollen, thrumming bass line to mix to bring this floor-filler to life. "Knee on Belly" recalls a raw, filtered and funky approach to groove, with a nod to disco house and the art of artful sampling, as it orbits between its own neon highs and simmering lows.
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Tracklist A. XTC - B. Knee On Belly
Shortinfo: DJ Koze's 2013 album opus Amygdala has continued to bewitch all who encounter it since its release. Tipped as his own personal Sgt. Pepper, the sublime long-player revealed a fully-realised and personal body of work, complete with a classic songwriting at its core, House in its heart, and veins coursing with psychedelic color. "La Duquesa" was the album's dreamy single standout, a journey into deep, tropical ecstasy.
"XTC" begins in the same spirit, and captures the all the blissful allusions of its name, but its initial gentility belies the deep intensity to come. Floating pads glow with celestial ambience as a kick drum is gradually coaxed into solid form, and the introduction of spoken text begins the second act. "Many people are experimenting with the drug Ecstasy," it says, "…is the drug like the lie and meditation the truth? Or am I missing something that could really help me?". "XTC" then transforms: sweetly imploring tones become demanding, gentle gradients between chords turn hard-edged, and sharp hi-hats cut through the haze. Complete with Koze's signature percussive quirks, it drives towards the track's final pay off: an undeniable, all-consuming, irresistible high.
"Knee On Belly" recalls Koze at his most tongue-in-cheek and overt; it is bright, bold and literally brassy, using cut-up horns of all shapes and sizes to patchwork together his own unique arrangement. With the highs and mid ranges accounted for, Koze adds in a swollen, thrumming bass line to mix to bring this floor-filler to life. "Knee on Belly" recalls a raw, filtered and funky approach to groove, with a nod to disco house and the art of artful sampling, as it orbits between its own neon highs and simmering lows.
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Larry Heard Presents: Loosefingers - What Is House?
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Larry Heard Presents: Loosefingers - Dreaming Of Better Days
Long awaited restocks of the third Loosefingers from Larry Heard. Fresh and remastered cut of What Is House? which is one of the dopest acid tracks that has been released in recent years! On this 12 the great extended version. Very stubborn and fierce track that has an endless cool groove that's just plain basic, but as most of Larry Heard's releases so powerful! On the flip side a long version of the deep and smooth Dreaming Of Better Days, that has that trademark jazzy sound of Larry Heard. Essential house record!
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Tommy Guerrero - Intro Lectric Chile Goat (0:56)
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Tommy Guerrero - Abierto (3:59)
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Tommy Guerrero - Organism (4:07)
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Tommy Guerrero - Thank You MK (3:50)
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Tommy Guerrero - Tatanka (4:09)
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Tommy Guerrero - Interlude Train Of Thought (1:20)
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Tommy Guerrero - It Gets Heavy (3:23)
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Tommy Guerrero - Thin Brown Layer (4:39)
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Tommy Guerrero - Interlude So Many Years Ago (0:45)
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Tommy Guerrero - Terra Unfirma (4:05)
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Tommy Guerrero - Gettin It Together (3:22)
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Tommy Guerrero - Another Brother Gone (2:28)
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Tommy Guerrero - Broken Blood (3:47)
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Tommy Guerrero - Interlude And The Day Goes By (1:28)
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Tommy Guerrero - Lost Unfound (3:32)
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Tommy Guerrero - The Color Of Life (3:57)
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Tommy Guerrero - Falling Awake (3:56)
2026 repress
Format Notes: remastered, 180g vinyl, expanded to double LP, gatefold sleeve
Track List:
A1 : Intro Lectric Chile Goat (0:56)
A2 : Abierto (3:59)
A3 : Organism (4:07)
A4 : Thank You MK (3:50)
B1 : Tatanka (4:09)
B2 : Interlude Train Of Thought (1:20)
B3 : It Gets Heavy (3:23)
B4 : Thin Brown Layer (4:39)
C1 : Interlude So Many Years Ago (0:45)
C2 : Terra Unfirma (4:05)
C3 : Gettin It Together (3:22)
C4 : Another Brother Gone (2:28)
C5 : Broken Blood (3:47)
D1 : Interlude And The Day Goes By (1:28)
D2 : Lost Unfound (3:32)
D3 : The Color Of Life (3:57)
D4 : Falling Awake (3:56)
Release Notes:
It’s rare that a certain sound is entirely an artist’s own. Although undeniably a stew of impeccable influences – from blues to folk to Latin to dusty funk, soul and hip-hop – one cannot hear a Tommy Guerrero song without immediately recognising it as his - and his only.
The cult skater from San Francisco is globally renowned as one of the original members of the legendary “Bones Brigade” team. And as an accomplished multi-instrumentalist, his laid-back soul is beloved by all who’ve basked in its blissful glow.
There’s something elemental about this music that really stirs the soul. Strikingly beautiful and instantly addictive, it’s a kind of funk-fuelled, melody-driven, groove-based magic. There’s a serenity and heart in the playing that radiates warmth and splendour, as if crafted for endless sunsets. His albums that surfaced on Mo Wax at the turn of the century have been treasured since their release and it’s two of his most vital LPs that we’re honoured to reintroduce.
The originals were quietly pressed on to a single piece of vinyl so we’ve worked closely with Tommy this year to bring you these fresh, limited editions. They have been lovingly remastered, cut nice and loud on to heavyweight double vinyl and presented in deluxe gatefold jackets.
Soul Food Taqueria continued Guerrero’s guitar soul but represented a step forward with its polished production and greater complexity of instrumentation. Denied the promotion it deserved upon release, it flew under the radar. It is now the most wanted record of his wondrous back catalogue.
Guerrero’s atmospheric touch and subtle guitar provide lush, glimmering pieces of musical texture. Within his spacious compositions, uniquely arranged instruments flourish alongside each other to create a languid soundtrack for halcyon days.
As ever, the diversity on display is beguiling. From bossa nova, samba and cumbia rhythms to understated folk, funk and soul grooves, this is another exotic set of mellow gold; perfectly represented by ESPO’s memorable artwork. Furthermore, the title’s hybridity reflects the intoxicating sweep of stylistic flavours served up, reminding us that, however tricky it is to categorise Guerrero’s special blend, it’s always a pleasure to indulge in something so creative and adventurous.
Dubby, bass-heavy instrumentals give way to moody folk-soul – witness “It Gets Heavy”, featuring melancholic vocals from Gresham Taylor – whilst “Thank You MK” is a gentle ode to the tropics, featuring ethereal instrumentation, bright bass and warm, jazzy guitars. The second half in particular contains a number of stunning ambient tracks – check “Lost Unfound”, “Another Brother Gone” and “Broken Blood” - built around minimalist, laid-back grooves and detailed guitar orchestrations which wouldn’t be out of place on the latest Jonny Nash release.
Guerrero closes this flawless set with a moment of true beauty. Restrained and graceful, “Falling Awake” is a pared back piece containing meditative guitar melodies set against melancholic piano arrangements. It brings proceedings to the most peaceful close. Seductively good, it reminds you just how great simplicity can sound.
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Format Notes: remastered, 180g vinyl, expanded to double LP, gatefold sleeve
Track List:
A1 : Intro Lectric Chile Goat (0:56)
A2 : Abierto (3:59)
A3 : Organism (4:07)
A4 : Thank You MK (3:50)
B1 : Tatanka (4:09)
B2 : Interlude Train Of Thought (1:20)
B3 : It Gets Heavy (3:23)
B4 : Thin Brown Layer (4:39)
C1 : Interlude So Many Years Ago (0:45)
C2 : Terra Unfirma (4:05)
C3 : Gettin It Together (3:22)
C4 : Another Brother Gone (2:28)
C5 : Broken Blood (3:47)
D1 : Interlude And The Day Goes By (1:28)
D2 : Lost Unfound (3:32)
D3 : The Color Of Life (3:57)
D4 : Falling Awake (3:56)
Release Notes:
It’s rare that a certain sound is entirely an artist’s own. Although undeniably a stew of impeccable influences – from blues to folk to Latin to dusty funk, soul and hip-hop – one cannot hear a Tommy Guerrero song without immediately recognising it as his - and his only.
The cult skater from San Francisco is globally renowned as one of the original members of the legendary “Bones Brigade” team. And as an accomplished multi-instrumentalist, his laid-back soul is beloved by all who’ve basked in its blissful glow.
There’s something elemental about this music that really stirs the soul. Strikingly beautiful and instantly addictive, it’s a kind of funk-fuelled, melody-driven, groove-based magic. There’s a serenity and heart in the playing that radiates warmth and splendour, as if crafted for endless sunsets. His albums that surfaced on Mo Wax at the turn of the century have been treasured since their release and it’s two of his most vital LPs that we’re honoured to reintroduce.
The originals were quietly pressed on to a single piece of vinyl so we’ve worked closely with Tommy this year to bring you these fresh, limited editions. They have been lovingly remastered, cut nice and loud on to heavyweight double vinyl and presented in deluxe gatefold jackets.
Soul Food Taqueria continued Guerrero’s guitar soul but represented a step forward with its polished production and greater complexity of instrumentation. Denied the promotion it deserved upon release, it flew under the radar. It is now the most wanted record of his wondrous back catalogue.
Guerrero’s atmospheric touch and subtle guitar provide lush, glimmering pieces of musical texture. Within his spacious compositions, uniquely arranged instruments flourish alongside each other to create a languid soundtrack for halcyon days.
As ever, the diversity on display is beguiling. From bossa nova, samba and cumbia rhythms to understated folk, funk and soul grooves, this is another exotic set of mellow gold; perfectly represented by ESPO’s memorable artwork. Furthermore, the title’s hybridity reflects the intoxicating sweep of stylistic flavours served up, reminding us that, however tricky it is to categorise Guerrero’s special blend, it’s always a pleasure to indulge in something so creative and adventurous.
Dubby, bass-heavy instrumentals give way to moody folk-soul – witness “It Gets Heavy”, featuring melancholic vocals from Gresham Taylor – whilst “Thank You MK” is a gentle ode to the tropics, featuring ethereal instrumentation, bright bass and warm, jazzy guitars. The second half in particular contains a number of stunning ambient tracks – check “Lost Unfound”, “Another Brother Gone” and “Broken Blood” - built around minimalist, laid-back grooves and detailed guitar orchestrations which wouldn’t be out of place on the latest Jonny Nash release.
Guerrero closes this flawless set with a moment of true beauty. Restrained and graceful, “Falling Awake” is a pared back piece containing meditative guitar melodies set against melancholic piano arrangements. It brings proceedings to the most peaceful close. Seductively good, it reminds you just how great simplicity can sound.
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Tracklist 12":
A1. Detuned
A2. I'm Rude
B1. Ran Baran
B2. Worthy
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Fideles is the joint moniker of Italian duo Daniele Aprile and Mario Roberti, who have carved out a niche for their distinctive brand of deep, techy house on noted labels such as Defected, Be As One, and Marco Resmann's Upon You, among others.
Here on their first outing for Poker Flat Recordings, the duo cook up four courses of lean, focussed tech-house for Steve Bug's seminal imprint.
'Detuned' starts the journey - an edgy, tense groove exhibiting the boy's masterful sound design and use of space to create a thick, intoxicated atmosphere.
'I'm Rude' is more direct - a thumping bass drum introduces a low slung bass groove, slowly evolving and mutating into a true party-starter.
'Worthy' uses similar building blocks but delivers a different vibe altogether, revelling in a minimalist production aesthetic and cheeky bass riff.
'Ran Baran', the title track, is another lesson in great production - each element perfectly balanced to create an atmosphere of controlled mayhem - which is exactly the response this entire EP aims to instigate on dancefloors.
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A1. Detuned
A2. I'm Rude
B1. Ran Baran
B2. Worthy
Info:
Fideles is the joint moniker of Italian duo Daniele Aprile and Mario Roberti, who have carved out a niche for their distinctive brand of deep, techy house on noted labels such as Defected, Be As One, and Marco Resmann's Upon You, among others.
Here on their first outing for Poker Flat Recordings, the duo cook up four courses of lean, focussed tech-house for Steve Bug's seminal imprint.
'Detuned' starts the journey - an edgy, tense groove exhibiting the boy's masterful sound design and use of space to create a thick, intoxicated atmosphere.
'I'm Rude' is more direct - a thumping bass drum introduces a low slung bass groove, slowly evolving and mutating into a true party-starter.
'Worthy' uses similar building blocks but delivers a different vibe altogether, revelling in a minimalist production aesthetic and cheeky bass riff.
'Ran Baran', the title track, is another lesson in great production - each element perfectly balanced to create an atmosphere of controlled mayhem - which is exactly the response this entire EP aims to instigate on dancefloors.
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moi - A
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moi - B
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