Kito Jempere’s new slab for Bahnsteig 23 – the edit-focused imprint helmed by sphinx-like character Ziggy Sternenstaub, follows the steps of eastern European funk-punk and disco through four astutely re-arranged tracks aimed to enhance the original mixes’ bounce. Premiere the EP’s highlight ‘Melnaa’ within.
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Premiere: Javi Redondo – Narcotic Luv
Back on Jennifer Cardini’s label with ‘Hammocks Go West’, a three-track cosmic epic giving full vent to an infectious solution of quirky disco grooves, raucous technoid modulations and straight up funky staccato riffs, Redondo demonstrates the extent of his production skills with an ever-bold take on club functionality. Stream the italo-inflected ‘Narcotic Luv’ within.
Marcellus Pittman up next on Altered Soul Experiment
After gathering contributions from top-class selectors Volcov, Red Greg, Skymark and more recently Ge-ology, Paris via Berlin label Altered Soul Experiment keep on polishing their flawless catalogue. This time it’s Detroit legend Marcellus Pittman who steps up to deliver his own mixtape gospel.
Premiere: Pellegrino – In Deriva
Combining a sixth sense for oddball jazz inflections a la Sun Ra and electrifying boogie in Chick Corea’s Elektric Band style, we’re glad to present ‘In Deriva’ – a spirited cut pulsating to tantalising Rhodes throbs and afrobeat-friendly congas.
Schmoltz: Bah027
Belarussian producer Alik Khomiak aka Schmoltz makes a return on the mysterious skull-emblazoned Bahnsteig 23 with two addictive edits of Eastern discoid and onomatopoeic punk-funk.
Early Sounds Recordings announce Pellegrino’s debut album ‘Periplo’
Italian producer and Early Sounds Recordings mainstay Pellegrino announced the coming release of his solo debut ‘Periplo’ a multi-flavored six-track cocktail of fast-moving disco groovers, spacey jazz-fusion experiments sun-bleached funky melters.
Moodymann enlisted for 52nd edition of DJ-Kicks
Detroit based DJ, producer and label founder Moodymann is at the controls for the 52nd edition of the DJ-Kicks series.
Comm•une & Money $ex Records celebrate NYE at Dance Tunnel
Comm•une are getting ready to see in the New Year with a special evening at Dance Tunnel – collaborating with Berlin label Money $ex Records to see in 2016 with a squad of deadly selectors and warm vibes.
Win tickets to Kis. with Cassy & Steve Rachmad at Studio 80, Amsterdam
We’ve teamed up with kis. and Studio 80 in Amsterdam to offer you the chance to win a pair of tickets for the night.
Obas Nenor: My Way Home
It may be his first release with more than a single original track, but Nenor’s vital outing is a testament to both the producer’s confidence and Moodymann’s psychic skills as a curator. Two sides of straight fire, count this one as essential.
Project Pablo
Following the release of Project Pablo’s “I Want To Believe” cassette on 1080p, we caught up with the Montreal based producer to discuss his background and current situation in Canada. His mix is a warm blend of house, funk and soul.
Altered Soul Experiment release debut mixtape by Volcov
Paris via Berlin outlet Altered Soul Experiment releases debut mixtape, courtesy of Italian producer Volcov.
Selectors: Steve Rachmad
“Music is a feeling it’s not just a sound.” In the run-up to the Selectors stage at Dekmantel Festival 2015, we present the first of our
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Trailer: Dekmantel & Warsteiner present Sole Selectors: Steve Rachmad
With just one week to go before Dekmantel release their first Sole Selectors video, in collaboration with Warsteiner, take a peek at the trailer for the forthcoming mini-documentary with Dutch producer Steve Rachmad.
Stream Retrogott’s ‘Funky Beats And A Green Petrol Bus’ EP on AVA
“Funky Beats And A Green Petrol Bus” delivers an 8 track EP brimming full of soul and funk, rich with well-selected samples and emotions with a touch of humour.
Glenn Astro: Throwback
Glenn Astro was coy in our interview last week on what was to come next in his career, but with such a strong body of work under his belt now he needn’t be losing too much sleep.