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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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We premiere new music from Glasgow-based duo Céleste as they ready their latest release on Transition. The dynamic pairing conjures up an elated trance groove that pays homage to the fun-loving spirit of Scotland’s rave scene throughout the naughties. Glasgow-based Céleste are at the epicentre of a new generation of Glaswegian ravers, producers and DJs focused on bringing the joy back to their hallowed dancefloors and basement clubs. The pairing has become hometown favourites from holding residencies across two of Glasgow’s most established clubs Sub Club and The Berkley Suite. The duo have carved out a distinctive sound that is characterised by infectious rolling grooves, trance-fueled energy and tongue-in-cheek styled edits. With a treasure trove of unreleased music in their arsenal, the duo are locked and loaded with an amalgamation of genre-bending tracks that are set to launch their career into the dance music stratosphere. We premiere their latest offering, ‘UFO II’, a blistering trance groove that s

We premiere new music from Cork native Kerrie as she returns to her Dark Machine Funk imprint for its 4th release. We feature ‘Low End Behaviour’, a trembling bass-heavy techno weapon that leans cut-throat modular synth work and stomping percussive grooves. Cork native, Manchester based Kerrie returns to her Dark Machine Funk imprint with a four-track EP in her analogue techno style with industrial sounds and dystopian atmosphere. The latest release follow’s up two releases on James Ruskin‘s Blueprint label. Already a respected DJ who plays regularly across Europe and other parts of the world, she has played everywhere from Berghain in Berlin to the Freedom Medellín festival in Colombia. Kerrie has also been showcasing her art is a live capacity as she swaps the decks for hardware synthesisers and drum machines. We premiere ‘Low End Behaviour’ from her latest offering on Dark Machine Funk. The brooding techno tool see’s Kerrie go deep into her modular set-up, creating kaleidoscopic resonant leads, syncopat

This week's entry to the Four Four Local Selection Mix Series welcomes Dublin-based DJ and promoter Spek. Having started his musical journey a mere year ago the talented up-and-comer has done an impressive job at turning promoters heads across the city by means of winning various mix competitions for collectives in the city. Showcasing his funky style that is dedicated to sounds of the past in the process. Next up on the Four Four Local Selection Mix Series is Spek. The talented newcomer has already made a firm mark with numerous shows in the short span that he's been spinning at clubs in the city. Playing for parties like Slither, Somewhere Else and his own party Mystery Events in venues such as Cellar, Wigwam and Farrier & Draper in the process, where he showcased his in-depth mixing quality. His sound draws clear inspiration from the golden era of techno Spek does a fantastic job of fusing the old with the new in this mix as he features artists such as Dylan Fogarty, Cult, Jon10, DJ Swisherman, Funk Assa

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We premiere new music from emerging Dublin producer RUANAIDH as the young artist releases his debut track, ‘Shamisen Break’. The youngster blends leftfield percussive grooves with hard-edged techno grit to create an introspective club track that defies genre. RUANAIDH, the moniker of Dublin-based DJ Richie Rooney, is an exciting and innovative force in Dublin’s electronic music scene. Favouring a blend of bouncy rave and techno tunes, but also not shy to veer into ghetto, electro, jungle and bass, Ruanaidh tends to blur the lines of genre, and never stick to one sound. His versatility has earned him slots in many of Dublin’s finest venues, including Index, Wigwam, The Sound House, Bow Lane Social Club and many more. Additionally, he has held down support slots for big names like LaLa, Prozak, and Prince Prada. Making moves in the post-lockdown Dublin scene the past 2 years, and constantly exploring music for far longer, he is an exciting DJ to watch and will only rise further. The young artist now present

We premiere a special mix from Belfast heroes Hotline as they provide the 217th Local Selection Mix made up entirely of their own productions. The mix spans house, techno, trance and more, weaving through gritty warehouse cuts alongside sun-kissed festival weapons. Hotline first drew ravers’ attention with their residency at Shine; it was here that they cut their teeth in Belfast’s dance music scene. Since then, the duo has played at a variety of venues across the country, releasing a plethora of self-released singles that have garnered them cult status and praise from some of the most intriguing names in dance music. The genre-bending DJs are committed to having fun both behind the booth and within the studio, the pair refuse to commit to genre limitations or put themselves in a box. Their time as residents with Shine has seen them support all manner of DJs and play in a variety of scenarios, whether it’s a heaving basement or warmup slot at The Telegraph, Hotline are committed to letting their intuition l

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We feature new music from South African based BNinjas as he presents his latest release the ‘Shake EP’ on Dealt With Records. We host the premiere for ‘We Could’, a lush deep house exursion that leans on breezy organ chords, rolling bass grooves and silky percussive grooves. BNinjas (pronounced BEE-Ninjas), hails from the northwestern township of Kagiso – which translates to ‘Peace’. The realtively new name in house music, represemnts a new era for the genre, coming from where could argue is the new epicentre of deep house, South Africa. The unmistakable hallmark of BNinjas’ artistry lies in his ability to craft deep house soundscapes that defy convention. Characterized by distortions, atmospheric elements, and an experimental edge, his compositions exude an organic aura that captivates listeners. This distinctive feat is no small achievement in the modern world of house music, setting him apart as a true innovator. BNinjas’ Shake EP represents a boundless voyage through the realms of deep house, where he

We premiere new music from from rising Irish techno producer Black Traffic IRE as he features on Reboot Records with a 5-track EP. We premiere ‘Guess Who’s Back’, a hardcore tinged techno weapon that is made to shatter warehouses. Black Traffic returns to Reboot Records IRE with a full-fledged hardcore laced EP titled “All Of The Lights”. The 5 track offering is comprised of heavy hitting orginal techno weapons, specifically designed to make dancefloors quake. The youngster delivers a high octane 5 tracker that merges contemporary hard techno sounds with classic rave energy. “We have been working on this EP over the last 4 months. We feel like it really shows my growth as an artist in terms of my sound and we wanted to represent that with both the track selection and album artwork. I started out making edits just like the title track and those edits really gave my career a massive boost. But, I wanted this EP to show my more technical side as a producer, especially in the harder side of dance music. I like

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Hydra and his productions are an attempt to awaken the tribal and primitive instincts that sleeps in each of us. Oldschool groove techno combined with playful dub and jazz elements brings us back to the spirit of the 90s and 00s. His sets are direct crowd-galvanizers with technical and forward-thinking blends of grooves featuring loops of his own production. His new single „STRUDEL" is a perfect addition to his arsenal of tracks with its bouncy bass and funky percussions. HydraOnTheBeat -------------- SChttps://soundcloud.com/hydraonthebeat IG: https://www.instagram.com/hydraonthebeat/ Four Four Magazine 
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We feature new music from Simplexia Records as UrbnMowgli steps up with a six track EP accompanied by three originals and three reworks. We premiere Cyberflex’s remix as the enigmatic Berlin producer serves up an squelching electro rework that sounds like the soundtrack to dystopian nightmare. German electronic producer UrbnMowgli features on Simplexia Records for a striking debut on the label. The young producer has been carving out a name for himself as he seamlessly crafts music that defies genre expectations and has a talent for creating epic anthems while staying faithful to his infatuation with working his broken rhythms. The six track EP see’s UrbnMowgli join label and party Simplexia for the first time. The crew have been hosting underground parties since 2017 and releasing music since 2020. With releases from Vince Void, Francesco T, Naux and more, the label has been honing in on a euphoric and kaleidoscopic sound that challenges genre limitations. We premiere Berlin-based Cyberflex‘s remix as the