Category: Exclusive Mixes

DJ:
Objection

About the concept:
Here is the thirty-eighth instalment of our series “abc plays xyz”.

The idea behind it is to ask some DJs/mixing artists if they have an artist or label in mind that they love and would like to use for a mix.

So the approach of each mix is clear: the choosen DJ/mixing artist makes a selection of tracks produced by one artist (and her/his monikers) or released on a label (and its sublabels) and creates a nice mix from it.

Find links to all instalments at our overview. Today we present you Objection’s mix of tracks & remixes by Subjected.

About Objection:
Objection is a DJ, Liveact and producer duo based in Mannheim, Germany. The rich diversity of their sets make their performances spontaneous, variable and full of tension at the same time. Their sound is atmospherically gloomy, driving and raw while still keeping a positive vibe. An electrifying, highly energetic mix that emerges from their great love of detail, born in the moment and always evolving. With the creation of their own label Distorted Perception as well as their eponymous series of events, they have created a platform for individual and innovative techno, as well as high-quality productions. This has generated support from international artists, such as Marcel Dettman, Kobosil, Inigo Kennedy, Freddy K, Giorgio Gigli and Boston 168.

About Subjected:
Anomity as a function, mystical without usual clichés. No hiding behind masks, no digging in the past, no techno purism, no strive for fame – SUBJECTED stands for distinctly deep, identifiable techno. Designed in the shadows, to be consumed in the darkness. A label. Music, and nothing more. Born in Hoyerswerda in 1983 and brought up in the tristesse of Berlin-Hellersdorf, he was strongly socialized by the lower class suburb with its grey, oppressive tower blocks. The first musical attempts he made were in Hip Hop and rap, but it wasn’t long until he started to be aware of all the progress happening in Berlin in the mid 90’s, and got infected by the early club nights in legendary E-werk and Tresor as well as mixtapes from local radio stations. All of this shaped him towards his own musical reinvention. Techno as a possibility of identification, allowed him to find himself. It’s the monotony, the uniqueness of the synthetic sound, that enabled Subjected to express himself – starting as a DJ, since 2006 also acting as a producer. This resulted in various projects and the launch of Vault Series in 2010. Ever since their first major successes, Vault Series are a guarantee for dancefloor-oriented tracks, with highly distinctive concepts and structures of sound

Listen & Download:
“Objection plays Subjected” (download coming soon)

Objection About Their Choice:
Subjected has had a great impact and influence on us as producers and given us a lot of inspiration for our studio time. We love the rich diversity in his productions and the unique custom sound he produces. Each track sounds exceptional and speaks for itself.To us, those tracks are the perfect combination of dark and raw techno with a great ability to implement a complicated, spherical and complex melody when the time is right.

Tracklist:
01. Subjected – M
02. Subjected – 008.A2
03. Subjected – Ambro
04. Subjected – MS.20
05. Subjected – TG33
06. Subjected – Black Charm
07. Subjected – 5.3
08. Subjected – Zopiklona
09. Subjected – Shift
10. Subjected – Nastes
11. Subjected – 005.7
12. Subjected – 008.B_V2
13. Subjected – Untitled.Subjected4
14. Subjected – Rancor
15. Subjected – King Behemoth
16. Subjected – Tropfmeise
17. Subjected – Under the Unknown Age
18. Subjected – FMRA
19. Subjected – Concept 3

Recommendations:
Subjected’s EP “Vault Series 20.0” on Vault Series
Subjected’s EP “Conquest One” on Prosthetic Pressings
Subjected’s EP “Vault Remix Series 1.0” on Vault Series
Subjected’s EP “Vault Series 13.0” on Vault Series
Subjected’s EP “Vault Series 8.0” on Vault Series
“Foreign Awake Part 1” by Sawlin & Subjected on Electric Deluxe
“Foreign Awake Part 2” by Sawlin & Subjected on Electric Deluxe
Objection’s “004” on Distorted Perception

Booking:
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Websites:
Objection
Subjected

DJ:
Jamez

About the concept:
Here is the thirty-seventh instalment of our series “abc plays xyz”.

The idea behind it is to ask some DJs/mixing artists if they have an artist or label in mind that they love and would like to use for a mix.

So the approach of each mix is clear: the choosen DJ/mixing artist makes a selection of tracks produced by one artist (and her/his monikers) or released on a label (and its sublabels) and creates a nice mix from it.

Find links to all instalments at our overview. Today we present you Jamez’s mix of tracks & remixes he released under several names .

About Jamez:
Dutch producer Jamez has had a hand in more good records than most of us have had hot dinners. Apart from the by-no-means trifling matter of co-producing house record – 51 Days’ ‘Paper Moon’ – he’s also been at the birth of the Trancesetters, the splendidly-named Tata Box Inhibitors, P.I.M.P., Loophole, Amfibian, Mindfunk and an ever-expanding list of inventively-spelt production credits. You’d wonder, looking at the fellow’s discography, whether he ever got any kip (we’ve been assured by his family that he does).

Jamez, for those that haven’t been paying attention, was part of a Dutch triumvirate – the other two being Dobre and DJ Zki – that helped transform European house music in the early 90s. Working closely with Dutch outfit Touché Records, they produced a series of consistently great singles of wildly differing styles ranging from the jazzy (Jamshed), deep (51 Days) and the acclaimed harder style of Tata Box Inhibitors and Trancesetters. While most UK DJ’s looked to the US for new records, oddly, lots of American DJs – Danny Tenaglia being a particular fan – championed this new European style (Underworld’s Darren Emerson was also an early supporter of Touché’s releases).

Like many a young European, Jamez was turned on to dance music via the burgeoning rap scene of the eighties, before hooking up with Dobre who, as luck would have it, had a small home-studio. Experiments in dance ensued. A meeting with DJ Zki at a radio station completed the Three Musketeers’ line-up. Early releases came out through fellow countryman Robin ‘Jaydee’ Albers’ First Impressions label, but it was through Touché Records – started with Dobre – that Jamez and his cohorts gained international recognition.

Both 51 Days’ mournful ‘Paper Moon’ and Trancesetters’ heavy-hitting ‘The Search’ were massive New York club hits. Plenty of others were staples in DJs’ boxes around the world, probably because Jamez has mastered the art of syncopated and punchy beats, mellifluous keyboards and catchy hooks. Soulful dance music, in other words. As a remixer, Jamez is no slouch, either, having turned in superb mixes of Paperclip People’s ‘The Climax’, X-Press 2’s strident ‘The Sound’, Humate’s ‘Choose Life’ and a stunning rerub of Der Dritte Raum’s ‘Alienoid’, transforming it into a hypnotically textural house cut. The list goes on and on.

After more than 100 releases on world class labels, numerous remixes and many appearances on compilations, he definetly put his mark down.

As a DJ he also did his part. Flying from one city to the other, keeping the crowds shouting for more. His mix of techno and tech house takes the listener on a journey through unknown territories, well known hights and deep smooth plains.

After a well deserved sabbatical Jamez returned to the scene in 2008, where he hooked up with Soulboy. In the summer of 2009 Christian Smith (Smith & Selway) did a remix for Trancesetters ‘The Search’. The track had big support from Hernan Cattaneo, James Zabiela, John Digweed and Adam Beyer. Together with Soulboy, they produced the track Surface Tension, which was in 2009 Kevin Saunderson’s summers favourite and was frequently heard on Ibiza Global Radio. He is frequently asked for remixes and in 2010 he launched the label Repressure Recordings. In 2012 he left the label in the capable hands of his two partners and started yet a new adventure.

About Jamez Productions:
Alex Dijksterhuis aka Jamez released under several monikers and collaborated with many other artists. So he is associated with names like Tata Box Inhibitors, Dark Territory, Trancesetters, Tatoine, Float and many more

Listen & Download:
“Jamez plays Jamez Productions” (download coming soon)

Jamez About His Choice:
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Tracklist:
01. Tetraflux – From The Past Into The Present Future (Loophole’s Future Remix)
02. Astron Nivo – Vinortsa (Jamez and Boshell Remix)
03. Jamez & Jerome – Chasing Dreams (Tatoine Remix)
04. Soulkeeper – Deeper (Trancesetters Remix)
05. Jamez – Drum Spirit (Loophole Hard Remix)
06. Oz Romita – Levelized (Loophole Remix)
07. MRE – The Deep Edge part 3 (Jamez Remix)
08. Tribal Warriors – 08 (Jamez’s Peace and Love Remix)
09. 51 Days – Tracktion
10. Oz Romita – Amsterdam Sound (Jamez Remix)
11. Fortress vs Lemonsoul – Sun (Jamez Remix)
12. Lemonsoul – I’m Cold
13. Pleasing Robots – My Mind Is Gone
14. Tata Box Inhibitors – Ribosomal (One Take Mix)
15. Plastika – Answer (Trancesetters Remix)
16. The Electric 10 – Hotel E
17. Jamez & Soulboy – Surface Tension
18. Loophole – Frantic
19. Jamez & Jerome – Sex Addiction (Jamez’s Sexy Remix)
20. Jamez – Alibi
21. Tata Box Inhibitors – Plasmids
22. Tetraflux – Okinawan
23. Jamez & Soulboy – Jullungul (Orlando Voorn Remix)
24. Float – Nothing Seems Real (VoodooAmt Remix)

Recommendations:
Lemonsoul’s EP “I’m Cold” on Rough Cut Records
“Surface Tension (The Remixes Part 2)” by Jamez & Soulboy on Rough Cut Records
“Surface Tension (The Remixes Part 1)” by Jamez & Soulboy on Rough Cut Records
“First Encounter EP” by P.I.M.P. on Rough Cut Records
Jamez’ EP “Silence (Remixes)” on Rough Cut Records

Websites:
Jamez
Jamez @ Facebook

DJ:
Frederic.

About the concept:
Here is the thirty-sixth instalment of our series “abc plays xyz”.

The idea behind it is to ask some DJs/mixing artists if they have an artist or label in mind that they love and would like to use for a mix.

So the approach of each mix is clear: the choosen DJ/mixing artist makes a selection of tracks produced by one artist (and her/his monikers) or released on a label (and its sublabels) and creates a nice mix from it.

Find links to all instalments at our overview. Today we present you Frederic.’s mix of tracks released on M-Plant.

About Frederic.:
Frederic. is a young Berlin based Dj and part of the [selected] collective. With their events at Arena Club and Griessmühle they made themselves a name for parties with hard and fast techno. Frederic is responsible for the promotion and organization of the event but also known for his b2b set with his partner Gutter. In his sets he uses 90’s rave and power house sounds mixed with some selected industrial tunes.

About M-Plant:
Minimal techno label from Detroit, USA that was founded by Robert Hood in 1994 and was active until 2002. In the beginning of 2009 the label was re-launched …

Listen & Download:
“Frederic. plays M-Plant” (download coming soon)

Frederic. About His Choice:
I was following M Plant since I started to listen to electronic music. I really liked the clear and groovy sounds. Usually I try to play a some tracks of the label in my sets because the fit really well in to my style and they are creating a great atmosphere.

Tracklist:
01. Monobox – Rectangle
02. Floorplan – Higher (Ben Sims Remix)
03. Robert Hood – Alpha (James Ruskin Remix)
04. Mark Broom – Stunned (97 Mix)
05. Robert Hood – Untitled 1 (Taken from Moveable Parts Chapter 1)
06. Floorplan – Basic Principle
07. Robert Hood Stereotype 2
08. Mark Broom – Decay
09. Floorplan- Living It Up
10. Floorplan – Eclipse
11. Floorplan – Higher!
12. Robert Hood – Range
13. Robert Hood – Outlast
14. Robert Hood – Tactel
15. Floorplan – Baby, Baby
16. Robert Hood – SH-101

Websites:
Frederic. @ Soundcloud
[selected]
M-Plant @ Discogs
Robert Hood

DJ:
Kelvin Belton

About the concept:
Here is the thirty-fifth instalment of our series “abc plays xyz”.

The idea behind it is to ask some DJs/mixing artists if they have an artist or label in mind that they love and would like to use for a mix.

So the approach of each mix is clear: the choosen DJ/mixing artist makes a selection of tracks produced by one artist (and her/his monikers) or released on a label (and its sublabels) and creates a nice mix from it.

Find links to all instalments at our overview. Today we present you Kelvin Belton’s mix of tracks released on Avian.

About Kelvin Belton:
Some people learn to DJ or produce music, but thereʼs a small percentage who have an innate talent, something that canʼt be learnt. Kelvin Belton is one of these few.

Playing out from from a young age Kelvin is no stranger to the German dance music scene. His residencies with some of South Germanys most successful nights.

On the decks, the combination between Techno with focus on heavy bass lines and experimental soundscapes offer something for the dedicated move sound lovers This technical proficiency is ever more evident in the studio, with his use of complex percussion and raw melodic sounds stamping the trademark on his productions.

The studio live experience is the only real way to get a vision on just how much music Kelvin Belton makes. Even a space as short time can be a completely new collection of tracks, loops, skits and grooves, mercilessly wielded and propelled at the crowd to inspire people never knew they had inside themselves. Far from the dry, uninspiring automation of so many tracks and live sets shudder and shake with the vitality of human control, no more apparent than in his razor-sharp drum pads. With the surface barely scratched on what Kelvin Belton ever active mind can conjure up, from the absurd and grotesque to the elegiac and beautiful, one can only advise you keep the name locked, your mind open and your ears ready to follow.

About Avian:
Berlin based electronic music label, curated by Shifted.

Listen & Download:
“Kelvin Belton plays Avian” (download coming soon)

Kelvin Belton About His Choice:
Avian is the label that I compare my productions with I am fascinated of the wide spectrum the label presents. From experimental sounds to hypnotic drum grooves Thats my vision of sound and the founder of Avian Shifted is one of my favorite artist so it was no hard decision for me.

Tracklist:
01. Grace – Untitled 1
02. Pris – Sunk
03. AD/S – Transversal (Ventress Remix)
04. Lotus – PRTN__003-.1
05. Sigha – 12
06. SHXCXCHCXSH – SsSsSsSsSsSsSsSsSs
07. Burma Camp – Isa
08. Shifted – Arrangement in Monochrome I
09. Shadows – Distorted Images (Mike Parker Remix)
10. Rhyw – Sylvan
11. 400ppm – Metabolic Grift
12. Ventress – Untitled A1
13. Shifted – Sektor C
14. A Vision of Love – An Education
15. Worn featuring The KVB – Feminist
16. Prostitutes Led Up Garden Paths
17. Rhyw – Aversion to Memory
18. Verge – Suspension
19. Mannerfelt / Haydo – Never Let You Down

Recommendations:
Shifted’s “The Cold Light Part I” on Avian
Shifted’s “The Cold Light Part II” on Avian

Websites:
Kelvin Belton
Avian

DJ:
KØD

About the concept:
Here is the thirty-fourth instalment of our series “abc plays xyz”.

The idea behind it is to ask some DJs/mixing artists if they have an artist or label in mind that they love and would like to use for a mix.

So the approach of each mix is clear: the choosen DJ/mixing artist makes a selection of tracks produced by one artist (and her/his monikers) or released on a label (and its sublabels) and creates a nice mix from it.

Find links to all instalments at our overview. Today we present you KØD’s mix of tracks released on Ressort Imprint.

About KØD:
KØD is a French Dj and producer.Inspired by techno rave culture. He begins to mix and becomes progressively more interested by production and signed his first song on Selected Records in February 2017.

It is on the return of a gig in China in November 2016 that he dedicates himself entirely to his music.

His influences flicker between a very raw techno and something rhythmic.

Young producer, some tracks are already signed on labels like “Selected Records” or “Focus Records”. Other outings are expected in particular on “Reload Black Label”

About Ressort Imprint:
Ressort Imprint is vinyl & digital label for rough and uncompromising Techno.

‘Ressort’ is a German synonym for a journalistic or an administrative department. An area of expertice that is clearly determined.

Our ‘Ressort’ is set to the dancefloor and nowhere else. Techno released here is made for dancing through dark nights filled with stroboscopic flashes, fog and frenzy.

Listen & Download:
“KØD plays Ressort Imprint” (download coming soon)

KØD About His Choice:
This label is for me a very good example of diversity in today’s techno. I first discovered this label with their vinyl cover, which I found very aesthetic. Then, when I discovered their music it was a great source of inspiration for me. In this mix I tried to show all their diversity, groovy, raw, ambient or strictly techno but always dancing.

Tracklist:
01. Strck – Tendenz
02. Gonzalo MD – Northern Lights (Lee Holman Remix)
03. Gonzalo MD – Modulat
04. Strck – Tendenz (Developer Remix 1)
05. Strck – Ektan (Głós “Flickering Light” Mix)
06. Eskerd – Hidden Document II
07. The Plant Workers – Delta Cut 01
08. Eskerd – Hidden Document I (I/Y Remix)
09. Array Access – Variation 1
10. Border One – Throw (Thomas Hessler Mix)
11. Array Access – Variation 1 (Ekserd Remix)
12. Array Access – Love is Distraction
13. Ekserd – Heavy Stepping Threeway
14. Myler – Outside Late
15. Gonzalo MD – Duality
16. Głós – Cut Throats

Recommendations:
all releases on Ressort Imprint

Websites:
KØD
Ressort Imprint