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NANCY Live provides a new behemoth double-sided single titled ‘Psymon Psays’, forthcoming on Juliet Fox’s label @tregambe NANCY Live (Lauren) caught Juliet’s attention a few years ago; her energy and crazy amount of creativity being the main hook. One thing which particularly stood out for Juliet was a video of Lauren using her nose to trigger a drop on a piece of hardware while playing a live set. The pair eventually connected earlier this year through mutual contacts, and Lauren sent some music over to Juliet to check out. Juliet began to road-test the tracks in her sets and each time they would get a wonderful response. Fast forward to now, and we’re delighted to welcome another smiling, positive and happy ball of energy to the label; we can’t wait to see dancefloors worldwide moving to these tracks. NANCY Live -------------- SC:@nancylive IG: www.instagram.com/nancylive303 Four Four Magazine 
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This week's entry to the Local Selection welcomes Dublin-based DJ, producer and Hearpro boss Jamaal Eydan under his newly formed moniker focused on the lighter side of techno. This recording is inspired by summer adventures and features a flurry of fitting selections in the process. Jamaal's foothold within the Dublin dance community has only grown stronger in recent times as the individual behind Hearpro. Which is an earplug company on a mission that asks individuals to surrender their ears to the music without surrendering their hearing. Having seen great success since its launch it has protected numerous dancers and artists alike from hearing loss in the process. Additionally, Jamaal has just recently launched his Posterboy alias and an EP from the project which comprised of 5 groove and vocal-lead techno tracks that included a wide range of percussive elements throughout. This is a step in a different direction from his previous work which lies closer to more fast-paced and harder techno elements. In li

We kick off the week with some fresh sounds from Dublin-based techno DJ & producer JAMAAL under his newly coined monarch, Posterboy. We premiere ‘Let Go!’ a rhythmic slice of tribal techo that dives deep into the epicentre of the Posterboy project as the Hearpro boss blurs the lines between techno & house. Dublin native JAMAAL recently announced his latest creative venture, under the name, Posterboy. The new alias breathes new life into his productions, as the youngster threads between soulful & sinister cuts amidst the Posterboy & JAMAAL monikers. The new alias focusses on the deeper & more emotive sides of techno production with groove being a focal point of the project. The venture show’s the Hearpro boss approaching techno production with a new gaze, as he swaps thunderous kicks for pulsating bass grooves, whilst still clutching onto the natural grit that has become synonmous with his JAMAAL project. The debut EP from Posterboy comes locked and loaded with 5 groove-laced techno tracks that lean on 90s

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We premiere new music from revered house producer José Cabrera as he releases his Le Bateleur LP on his A Harmless Deed imprint. We feature ‘A Track for Clau’, a Detroit-laced house groove that is rolling in futuristic funk. Accomplished Spanish artist José Cabrera enters a fresh creative chapter with the new album Le Bateleur. The storytelling and hugely personal record arrives on his own A Harmless Deed label and is a deep dive into the house music he has always loved. Over the last two decades and under several aliases, Madrid-born Cabrera established himself as a leading techno producer. He has released influential labels like Fred P’s Soul People Music, Tresor, Deeply Rooted and Ron Moreli`s’ L.I.E.S. records and co-runs A Harmless Deed with friend Damian Schwartz. As a DJ he has toured Europe, Asia, North and South America and proven himself to be an experimental DJ with a long-standing residency at Tresor in Berlin. When the pandemic hit in 2020, Cabrera felt detached from the techno world so used h

FILM ------- SC: https://soundcloud.com/film011 IG: https://www.instagram.com/_aero__/ Four Four Magazine --------------------------- FB: www.facebook.com/FOURFOURDANCE/ IG: www.instagram.com/fourfourmagazine/ Web: www.fourfourmag.com/ We premiere new music from Delhi’s Sanil Sudan aka FILM who debuts on Hammer’s Remmah Records with a 5-track EP, including a remix from Dublin-native DART. We premiere the title track, ‘Miwonowi’, a tribal-soaked house groove that lends inspiration from Chicago and his hometown of India. New Delhi-based Sanil Sudan aka FILM is the latest debutant on Hammer’s Remmah imprint. His ‘Miwonowi’ EP features three original tracks imbued with the restless & irresistible grooves of classic Boo Williams productions, overlaid with the same star-gazing cosmic energy that unites all Remmah releases. Complimenting the four original tracks is a remix from DART, of the Remmah extended family’s Dublin branch, which zeroes in on the baseline and adds a whole extra layer of extra bounce to the

This week’s Local Selection Mix comes from Limerick-based Magoo as the youngster supplies a steamrolling entry to our mix series. The Touch of Techno resident rolls up his sleeves and gets straight to work on this one as he blitzes through a selection of 90s-inspired techno cuts while pairing contemporary new-school flavours to devastating effect. Magoo has proven himself to be one of the most promising artists to hit the Limerick techno scene in recent years through his residency with Touch Of Techno as well as making regular appearances on the Irish circuit where he has shared the stage with a host of Irish and international talent. A student of the golden age of techno, Magoo is infatuated with the art of fusing deep and callus soundscapes with club-focussed power. His DJ sets are a combination of unwavering groove, layered with atmospheric textures and pulsating basslines. This unique fusion is made to push dance floors to their limits. Magoo is also busy working on thrilling self-releases that draw i

It’s Wednesday which can mean one thing, it’s our long-running Local Selection Mix Series, this time we welcome an extra special B2B recorded live in Dublin’s techno basement Cellar, as DJ Chargesheet and Dploya come together for an hour of madness. The live recording features two of Dublin’s wildest parties, Slither and Lost as they came together for a night of B2Bs as the two collectives went head to head. DJ Chargesheet and Dploya leave no stone unturned as they weave through a section collection of party-starting cuts at Dublin’s favourite basement haunt, Cellar. The debut meeting of DJ Chargesheet and Dploya was alway going to be a high-octane affair, as the pair whizz through to tongue n cheek edits right through screw face hardcore tinged stompers, there’s no limitations to how deep and fast this one goes. This is high energy Dublin club business at its most unapologetically raw form. DJ Chargesheet B2B Dploya -------------------- SC: @user157584091 IG: www.instagram.com/mxrcmc SC: @corporateshill

Today’s premiere showcases one of Ireland’s most promising techno DJs and producers Aero as he releases on the acclaimed Dublin-based imprint Research Label, titled ‘Through The Cracks’. This sonically varied composition highlights Aero’s capability for creating consistently top-drawer dance music ideal for dance floors far and wide. Aero, who has become one of the most prolific Irish techno artists in recent times by means of grit and determination, is carving out a career wrapped around the foundations of purist techno in standout fashion. He boasts an array of quality releases on Blackaxon, Fever Records, Concrete Berlin and more, now adding a full EP with Research to his already impressive discography. Gaining overwhelming support from artists right across the industry such as Freddy K, Amelie Lens, Slam, Richie Hawtin, Marcel Fengler, Blasha & Allatt and so on. Aero’s knack for shelling out consistent releases is infectious and clearly shines through here once again. The Dubliner’s punishing style of t

We premiere fresh music from Berlin techno pioneer, Marcel Fengler, as the former Berghain resident returns to his IMF imprint. We premiere the industrial-tinged ‘Cautio’ as Marcel keeps things locked, rolling & gritty, supplying a hard-edged dancefloor destroyer. There’s no denying Marcel Fengler’s profound impact on the ever-changing techno landscape. A pioneer in his own right, Fengler’s works have flooded dancefloors and set lists worldwide for decades, and that shows no sign of changing anytime soon. His latest work, released on his Index Marcel Fengler imprint, is an all-encompassing four-track EP titled “Unleashed”, including a remix from sought-after Stuttgart duo SHDW & Obscure Shape. The EP is available digitally from 13th October, with a vinyl release expected to follow. “It has been quite a journey with this EP, as I’ve been exceptionally discerning about the sound and the entire production process. My goal was to create a release tailored for the dance floor, with the right amount of energy for

We premiere new music from rising techno producer JASØN, as he features on Transmission Rec. ‘Nibe’ is a locked groove that takes inspiration from the golden age of techno, as JASØN hones in on pulsating bass rhythms and syncopated tribal shuffles to devasting effect. Diving deep into the pulse of electronic soundscapes, JASØN emerges as a visionary artist, crafting sonic journeys that transcend boundaries. As the founder of Numerus Records, he stands at the helm of a musical revolution, pushing the boundaries of techno and tribal groove. JASØN’s musical odyssey began in the heart of the underground scene, where he honed his craft amidst dimly lit warehouses and pulsating beats. Drawing inspiration from the raw energy of tribal rhythms and the hypnotic allure of Techno, he embarked on a quest to create a unique sonic tapestry that transcends the ordinary. His productions are a fusion of ancient mysticism and futuristic innovation, where tribal drums intertwine with pulsating synths, creating an immersive au

This week’s contribution to the Four Four Local Selection welcomes FENSKA to the series as she showcases her ecstatic dance-themed style of techno as part of her newly formed alias. Formerly known as SYMØNE, FENSKA will now be an outlet for all things techno-related. Over the last number of years, Enigma founder and resident FENSKA (fka SYMØNE) has accomplished a wealth of things both at home and abroad, contributing a wide array of guest mixes to acclaimed cities for dance music such as Berlin, Barcelona and London with features on the likes of The Brvtalist, Rave Alert and FOLD. Performing a headline show in Belgium in the process, FENSKA has played alongside some of the industries leading artists such as Rebekah, 999999999, Dense & Pika, Matador, Anfisa Letyago, Rebūke and more. All while making appearances at Irish festivals such as Life Festival, Fuinneamh and Longitude. FENSKA’s music draws inspiration from the old-school rave scene, blending a range of industrial and acid sounds with hypnotic, drivin

New music coming from Porto-based label Kokölò as Alfonsvs steps up for a 3-track EP. We premiere ‘Trouble in Paradise’, a dub minimalistic dub techno affair, bursting with Detroit futurism. Portuguese label Kokölò has been turning heads with stand-out releases since its inception in 2022, the label’s journey has been defined by definitive ecstasy-laced anthems from the anonymous Rave Child and Alfonsvs. The label has proved it’s a major player in the electronic music circuit as it’s regularly seen support from industry stalwarts such as Laurent Garnier, Peggy Gou, and Freddy, to name a few. For Alfonsv‘s return to the label, he stirs up a sense of melancholia, reminiscing on happy memories both on the dancefloor and elsewhere. The seasoned producer presents a trio of techno tools that are handcrafted for the dancefloor. We premiere ‘Trouble in Paradise’, a groove-infused ode to classic Detroit-style dub techno. The ethereal techno weapon is built on a foundation of punchy drums, glossy stabs, acid touches

Out of Place Records is thrilled to present its 25th release, a mesmerising compilation of tracks from a diverse array of artists. Featuring both emerging talents and established figures in the electronic music scene. Insolate's Out Of Place Records has been on a roll as of late, featuring standout EPs from newcomers to the techno scene, Teo Harouda & Bruno Caro. In previous years, the label showcased standout music from artists such as Annē, Rove Ranger, Kashpitzky, and SERA J, all of whom have gone on to achieve great success following their releases via OOP. This compilation boasts six tracks, each a testament to the label's commitment to pushing the boundaries of sound. What ties these tracks together is their unwavering dedication to crafting captivating melodies that linger in your mind long after the music ends. Coupled with strong, groovy, and hypnotic rhythms, every track on this release invites you to surrender to the dancefloor. Release date: 06.10.2023 Olēka's "The Timeless Art of Seduction"

Berlin-based ZentaSkai presents ‘The Architecture Of The Mind LP’, the debut album on MASK. We premiere ‘Structural Understanding’, a stripped-back house groove that leans on dub traditions and chilling hazy atmospheres. ZentaSkai undertook a period of research into the underlying structure and organisation of the human brain before writing ‘The Architecture Of The Mind’. The Berlin-based artist then took what had been learned and kept it in mind when writing the music that marks Mask’s first album release. It comes with extensive background notes on each track, and an operational manual of sorts – notes from the artists as to the effects each piece will have on those who hear them. “The message conveyed by this album is that life itself is filled with music, but our egos often prevent us from being in harmony with this symphony. Inner chaos and silence can be challenging to bear, leading us to seek solace in external noise. We have constructed a barrier between our inner and outer worlds, causing us to los

We premiere some new acid-submerged techno, as n_o returns to his Manual Smiles imprint. ‘Definitely One Of The Songs’ is a heads-down churning acid groove that pays homage to mid-00s rolling Berghain-affiliated cuts, while also extending an arm towards contemporary sci-fi focussed Aussie drifting prog house. n_o returns to his own Manual Smiles label with two percussive acid tracks alongside a 303-infused piano house remix by Azo. The label is pushing a club-focused tribal acid, trance and prog-infused sound that falls under the blanket term of techno. The label has seen support from the likes of Jennifer Cardini, Roman Fluegel, Job Jobse, I.Jordan, HAAi and Priori. “I try and make music that could equally be found in distant spaceships, as well as deep in the vaults of forgotten temples. Manual Smiles is a home for this kind of sound, psychedelic music rooted in the past but with sights set on the future. So happy to have Azo on board for this one, her analog acid tracks are incredible, and her version o

Next up on the Four Four Local Selection, we welcome the immensely talented Surka. Having burst onto the Irish dance scene over the last few months performing a slew of festivals and club shows across the country the Tipperary-born DJ has provided us with a jam-packed house trip for the next hour! Surka comes in as the 219th edition of the Four Four Local Selection Mix Series as she showcases her impeccable selection of progressive and old-school house cuts. Tying this in with her sleek mixing technique, it makes for a feel-good, sensual listening experience. Heaps of top-tier tunes can be heard over the course of the recording with no compromise in energy whatsoever making for a perfect midweek pick-me-up. Bursting onto the club and festival circuit over these last few months, Surka has showcased her keen admiration for quality dance music at Otherside Festival, Indiependence and Electric Picnic alongside Boots & Kats and George Feely. These trailblazing sets lead Surka to pick up a series of lucrative clu

We premiere new music from Swiss bass boss Hermeth as he features on LA based Dionysian Mysteries for a 4-track EP. We host ‘Do Ma Ting’, an earth-shattering electro rhythm that is accompanied by glitchy hip-hop vocals and alarming synth lines. Hermeth is one of the charismatic and encapsulating figures in contemporary electro &broken club. The masked DJ and producer delves into the powerful sides of electro, ghetto tech, and breaks music. He has been catching peoples attention since he first joined the Geneva-based Brainwaves label in 2019. Hermeth delivers his long-awaited debut EP on Dionysian Mysteries, with remixes from AVALON and Buzz Kill. The Geneva hometown hero and Brainwaves Wunderkind has clearly etched out his own sound, which has become definitive in the electro scene, with a distinctive production approach. Infusing breaks with huge ripping analog bass lines and catchy vocals lending to its head thrashing charisma. Hermeth’s carefree “no fucks” attitude is contagious and effective on the danc

Our first premiere of the week comes from India-based Midnight Traffic as he serves up the first instalment of his new Option Paralysis series. We premiere 'Thaamara’, a moody electro cut that is oozing with bubbling textures and bone-shattering 808 grooves. Midnight Traffic is the alias of Hyderabad based Producer/ DJ, Rishi. He has been producing music for over 8 years now, with frequent releases on Indian label Qilla Records and imprints like Berlin based Charybdis and The God’s Planet from Italy, to name a few. Midnight Traffic's signature sound is a captivating fusion of techno's darkest depths enriched with modern sound design, hypnotic rhythms, and deep elements that possess a cerebral pull. The “Option Paralysis” series aims to showcase Midnight Traffic’s quest to experiment with his production process by limiting the tools of creation at his disposal. In a world saturated with endless choices and advanced digital tools, it's easy to become overwhelmed by the multitude of options. The concept of th

We premiere new music from up-and-coming techno producer Skenna. We feature ‘To The Moon’, a trance-infused techno track that blends 90’s nostalgia with contemporary psy experiments. We feature the third instalment of the Partygate series on Londam Records. Skenna rolls through with a two-track EP that showcases his ability to merge contrasting sounds and package them into a club-ready package. ‘Raveman’ blends techno and trance together in a deeply hypnotic fashion, while still keeping am eye on big room sounds. It brings a deep and unearthly energy, similar to music made for film, but designed for warehouses ‘To The Moon’ has a more heads-down gritty vibe, but Skenna keeps his finger on a futuristic tip as he prepares a concoction of dizzying drones and anathematic arps. Straight-to-the-point driving drums and hand-in-the-air style breakdowns make this a real stand-out from the EP, and a favourite for DJs. Skenna -------------- SC: @alfonsvs_fluxus IG: www.instagram.com/alfonsvs_/ Four Four Magazine 
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