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Kris Baha - Breathe
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Kris Baha - Breathe

Kris Baha, an Australian-Italian-Armenian talent, has evolved his musical style from slow-burning EBM-infused techno to a hyper-bombastic, cyber-goth sound in his latest release, Breathe. The EP features raw yet polished production with aggressive 4x4 beats and a combination of 90s cyber-goth, Matrix hardcore, Blade rave, and Ultraviolet trance elements. Although the music represents a blend of past styles, Kris Baha has perfected his sound while breathing new life into his music.

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Lundin Oil - Exploit Divisions
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Lundin Oil - Exploit Divisions

Anthony Linell's Northern Electronics label has been praised for its unique and high-quality electronic music. The label's latest release, Lundin Oil's Exploit Division, ventures into drone ambient and experimental realms, showcasing both innovative and challenging tracks. While some songs are critiqued for lacking depth compared to others on the album, the overall work delves into themes of energy misuse and global warming. The album experiments with morphing textures, providing an intense and thought-provoking listening experience while pushing the boundaries of drone and ambient music within the Northern Electronics sound family.

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Aquarian, Hodge - Split 2
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Aquarian, Hodge - Split 2

The second instalment of the TraTarTrax Split Series features a collaboration between Hodge and Aquarian, resulting in a thrilling "split" record. Aquarian showcases his mastery of underground music, blending heavy atmospheric techno with breakbeat vigour in 'Kool Ranch FM'. Meanwhile, Hodge brings UK flavour to 'Head Drop', combining old-school garage and grime with a funky house groove. Both tracks promise to energise the dance floor with their impressive speed and attitude.

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Ghost Dubs - Damaged
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Ghost Dubs - Damaged

The Ghost Dubs project by Michael Fiedler explores eerie atmospheres and rumbling sub-textures, incorporating vintage techniques and emphasising mechanical elements. The music includes dub reggae and dub techno elements, with innovative percussive hits and effects that evoke the sounds of Kingston, Jamaica. Damaged pays tribute to dub music with an updated take on the genre as the Ghost Dubs project incorporates experimental sounds of downtempo and dark ambient, creating a dark, powerful, and immersive listening experience.

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Jabu - Oceanside Spider House
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Jabu - Oceanside Spider House

Jabu's latest release, Oceanside Spider House, is a dreamy, experimental record with elements of downtempo music and captivating vocals. The record's unique blend of slower downtempo music, effects-driven textures, and captivating clarinet creates a sense of wonder within an empty world. Contrasts between the tracks make a sense of exploration within a vast and evocative unexplored musical landscape.

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ddwy - Spinning Stones
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ddwy - Spinning Stones

The latest release from ddwy, Spinning Stones, is a versatile and mesmerising album that delves into downbeat disco, transcendent trip-hop, and spiritual synth jams. The tracks are suitable for both lively Saturday nights and laid-back Sunday mornings. The release reflects the duo's unique approach to sound, incorporating organic instrumentation and spiritual themes. While not explicitly crafted for club settings, its diverse elements make it perfect for home listening, offering a captivating and immersive experience.

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Eris Drew - I Can Move Move
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Eris Drew - I Can Move Move

Eris Drew's latest release, I Can Move Move, explores more experimental and diverse sounds. The remixes by Baby Rollén and Gallegos bring club-friendly and acidic flavours to the track. While Eris Drew's version is more rugged and stripped back, the remixes elevate the song with tight basslines, syncopated snare rolls, and emotional pads, creating a sundown euphoria feel.

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Snuff Crew - Energy/Psycho
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Snuff Crew - Energy/Psycho

The Snuff Crew is returning after a two-year break, aiming to reinvent themselves by incorporating live performance into their productions. Their latest release, "Energy/Psycho," showcases a mix of phonetic percussion reminiscent of Chicago and acid sounds. The duo's ambition extends beyond house music, incorporating a techno twist and live performance elements. While their rhythmic variety is solid, their sound could benefit from more aggressive distortion. However, the tracks build energy with acidic synthesised psychedelia and demonstrate the duo's retro-futuristic aesthetic. Energy/Psycho will be available on Bandcamp and all other platforms starting August 23rd.

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Mønic - Where Reality Fades
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Mønic - Where Reality Fades

Mønic, also known as Simon Shreeve, is an artist known for pushing the boundaries of deep and dark aesthetics in dubstep under his Kryptic Minds aliased and, more recently, in genres like techno, jungle, and dark ambient. His album, Where Reality Fades, explores drone and loop-based ambience, creating guttural and richly textured music. While some loops in the album may come across as repetitive, Mønic's use of glacial drones and field recordings effectively captures the tense undercurrent of the city and creates a deeply immersive experience. Overall, Mønic's work is intricate and thought-provoking, inviting listeners to ponder personal and existential questions.

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Betonkust - DD06
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Betonkust - DD06

The artist Betonkust's latest release, DD06, features two tracks filled with retro-sounding electro dreamscapes. The first track, 'Bill And His Cat', is a synth-wave journey with an odd medieval melody. In contrast, the second track, 'Second Return', explores lo-fi realms with emotional undertones. Both tracks offer fresh and artistic sounds, marking a fabulous addition to Betonkust's discography.

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