Reviews

Over the decades, the image of Kompakt as a pirate ship has taken root in people’s minds, as they brave the dangers of the seven seas of the music market. Sometimes it glides with a tailwind through calm waters, sometimes it has to survive violent storms. When they set sail in 1993, they never would... Read more »

Having combined on multiple releases since 2020, ‘One And Only’ opens up yet another chapter in Reznik & Mikesh’s collaborative efforts on Keinemusik. And what a nicely written chapter it is. The boys are laying down what might be their most heartfelt material to date, with an original version that is drafted in rather classical... Read more »

J:DC, a dynamic force in the UK’s underground scene, unveils his new single ‘Respite,’ marking an exciting chapter in his evolving sound. Drawing on years of experience in London’s club culture and Sheffield’s gritty techno scene, J:DC continues to separate himself from other artists and push boundaries with this latest release. Known for his refined... Read more »

Grammy-winning live electronic trio RÜFÜS DU SOL announce ‘Inhale / Exhale Remixed,’ the official remix package for their acclaimed album ‘Inhale / Exhale,’ set to arrive on May 2. Offering a glimpse into the upcoming 15-track remix collection, Adriatique’s remix of ‘In the Moment’ is out now via Rose Avenue/Reprise Records.  A celebration of their... Read more »

It’s huge news – Charlotte de Witte announces her desperately awaited eponymous debut album, out November 7th, on her own imprint KNTXT, after fifteen years of techno chart/performance/innovation success and 25 acclaimed EPs. On April 10th, fans of the Belgian producer can enjoy a foretaste of the LP with the release of opening track & acid-drenched, unstoppable lead single ‘The Realm,’ already a staple... Read more »

A new album, a new era for Adam Beyer and his music. The revered Swedish producer, DJ, and label head of Drumcode and Truesoul has consistently pushed the boundaries of techno in his own 30+ years of releases, while his imprints have launched many new artists and boosted the clout of major stars. Now, he... Read more »

Canadian imprint Poésie Angulaire unveils ‘I’VE GOTTA HEAT’ remixes, the inaugural release in a 2025 vinyl series spotlighting the evocative world of Canada’s very own DELAVELOUR, also known as François Lebaron. Taken from the LP ‘Paranoid Fantasies,’ the package is a masterful blend of glitches, circuit-bent rhythms, and nostalgic chords. The original track pulses with... Read more »

This brand-new five-track EP plays on the concept of circles, representing the circle of life, unity, wholeness and timelessness. First up are the red hot house duo and childhood friends Charlie Jordan and James Fitz-Gibbon aka TMPLE. Their cut ‘Shakedown’ is a fantastically low-slung house single with dusty drums and inviting claps swaying to and... Read more »

Fresh from releasing the sublime ‘All You Want,’ Australian artist IsGwan (aka Isaac Walker) returns with the second track, from a forthcoming full EP on London label, Bad Parrot. ‘On Your Mind’ finds the Melbourne/Naarm native collaborating with vocalist and writer Amber Ferraro, building on his reputation as a leading proponent of UK Garage and... Read more »

Afro house maestros Neil Amarey, Glauko, and Breeze and The Sun have joined forces to deliver a captivating new remix of Meduza’s “Another World.” This fresh interpretation adds a new dimension to the globally celebrated track, featuring the Grammy-nominated British singer Hayla, whose ethereal voice has become a defining element in modern dance music. Meduza,... Read more »