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out now: Phara – Second Skin EP [Token Records]

Artist:
Phara

Title:
Second Skin EP

Label:
Token Records

Cat#:
TOKEN135

Release Date:
08th October 2025 (vinyl & Bandcamp)
10th October 2025 (some digital stores & services)
24th October 2025 (all other digital stores)

Format:
vinyl, download & streaming

Tracklist:
A1.
Second Skin

A2.
The Ring

B1.
Neon

B2.
Blood

Press Info:
With his first EP on Token, Phara conjures up four tracks detailing dancefloor impact with robust personality. In ‘Second Skin’, the Belgian artist is eager for resolution, keeping tension high with the bold analog sound he’s known for. Coming eye to eye with the label’s sound, Phara pays homage to Token while fiercely defending years of artistic direction – layering the label’s astral ambiance with his unstoppable movement.

‘Second Skin’ sets Phara’s intentions clear. The titletrack rolls forward like heavy machinery with what seems like shifting vocals breathing life into the stereo image. This first cut is a gold standard of peaktime production, creating a sense of purpose at the core of urgency. Claps and rides boom and whip around the track that lumbers on with chord stabs to add soul to flare. ‘The Ring’, however, takes the listener into another direction. Heavily centered on the drum sequence with a sharp slap-back delay, Phara plays with resonance, sparking psychosis amongst movement. Playful in the short term, ‘The Ring’ proves to be an ultra-hypnotic track reserved for a set’s high intensity stretches on an already surrendered dancefloor. Taking this energy and pulling it in, ‘Neon’ comes to establish a bit more intimacy at first. Here, the producer diffuses his elements into themselves and, in turn, creates a thick ambiance that drives the record forward in space and dissonance. ‘Neon’ is inquisitive and almost spiritual in its effect, playing with the line between a unified dancefloor and an introspective journey. The conclusion to the EP is ‘Blood’, a return to dryer production – at least in the beginning. Ambient, almost psychedelic synth work sucks in the listener over unwavering energy to create a closing track worthy of its name. Rolling through to the end, ‘Blood’ delivers the final blow to an insatiable record on Token by Phara.

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Video:
“Second Skin”

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Special:
“At Bassiani 11.10.2024”

Recommendations:
Phara’s “The Great Attractor EP” on Soma Records
Phara’s “Life Of Krumar EP” on SK_Eleven
Phara’s “These Bright Lights EP” on Voltage
Phara’s “Road To Manilla EP” on EarToGround Records
Phara’s “Velvet V. EP” on Planet Rhythm
Phara’s “Rosemany EP” on Projekts
Phara’s “Mind Inside EP” on Planet Rhythm
Border One’s EP “Restive” w/ Phara remix on Escapism
all stuff on Token Records we featured

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out now: ORBE – Ascender EP [Token Records]

Artist:
ORBE

Title:
Ascender EP

Label:
Token Records

Cat#:
TOKEN134

Release Date:
12th September 2025

Format:
vinyl, download & streaming

Tracklist:
A1.
Flashback

A2.
W9Y

B1.
Ascender

B2.
Break Nation

Press Info:
Unmistakable are the sonic experiments of Spanish alchemist ORBE; with this fresh release on Token. ORBE’s iconically viscous textures and impactful percussion weasel their way into ‘Ascender’ for a deeper release on Kr!z’s label. Thick, brooding atmospheres drive these tracks into stories of pursuit and escape throughout its four tracks.

A slick, pulsating low end in ‘Flashback’ stands out as a first impression for an imposing EP. Electric leads zip by for maximum psychosis; he’s known for his uncompromising dissonance and drive. A staple of the Spanish scene, ORBE bites down hard on deep and hypnotic techno to resonate through concrete warehouses. This jagged edge to club music continues through ‘W9Y’ – a more drum-forward cut with noisy transitions and breathable synthwork. Sharper stabs occupy this space as opposed to the track’s predecessor and tension is maintained with a lingering pad in the background. A meditative conclusion for the A side, ORBE quickly shifts his attention in the titletrack ‘Ascender’. Emphasizing tone and tune on the kick, the lead comes with confrontation. Rolling through shifting hats, the producer brings boiling tension through minimal arrangement and the weight of his sound design – a skillset only the most seasoned artists can claim. To close things out, ‘Break Nation’ does just that – cutting off the traditional four/four rhythm and instead presenting itself as a bass stepper. With ORBE’s classic unison packed synths, this dweller presents a whole other perspective on ‘Ascender’. A hybrid of influences and yet still destined for the techno dancefloor, this breath of fresh air serves as deep dive into the subconscious for an eyes-closed experience.

Snippets:

Full Track Streaming:
“Flashback”

“Ascender”

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Special:
“Bassiani invites …. Podcast #254”

Recommendations:
“Tagma 2” by Psyk & ORBE on Orbe Records
“Atonal EP” by Psyk & ORBE on Mote-Evolver
split EP “Parallel Series 7” w/ ORBE on Mote-Evolver
all stuff on Token Records we featured

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out now: Various – Fuga VI [Token Records]

Artist:
Various

Title:
Fuga VI

Label:
Token Records

Cat#:
TOKEN133

Release Date:
18th July 2025

Format:
vinyl, download & streaming

Tracklist :
A1.
Skjöld
Forbidden City

A2.
Tapefeed
Residual Memory

B1.
Stephen Disario
Out Of Tune

B2.
Merino
Memoria

C1.
JSPRV35
Question

C2.
Terminus
Catch 22

D1.
Sanna Mun
Binary Systems

D2.
Mode_1
Lifespan

Press Info:
Token presents the 6th chapter of the Fuga series. Challenging new faces to complete the label’s sound, Fuga VI is another focused compilation that balances spatial detail and rhythmic bite.

Skipping any introduction to dive straight into the essence of the compilation, Skjöld portrays ‘Forbidden City’ as a tense aquatic exploration. With pressure in the low end, he keeps the record alive by conjuring obscure pads to give dimension and intrigue to an already nervous track. This persistence is quickly met with weight; Tapefeed’s ‘Residual Memory’ follows up to tap into the label’s more aggressive side. Riddled with mechanical sound design bordering on the industrial, the Tapefeed duo creates dancefloor dominating energy that sets them apart with an all-out approach. The density of this second track feeds smoothly into Stephen Disario’s ‘Out Of Tune’ – a drum-forward record with dispersed texture. The LA based producer puts his hi hats brutally forward to cut through the space, finding a remarkable balance between its two sides and exploiting its confrontation.

Returning to the label’s recognizable resonance, Merino steps in with ‘Memoria’ – a manic 5 minute synth loop with minimal percussion. Dealing in restraint and dissonance, Merino naturally finds a home in Fuga VI with this track before heading back into the peak time paranoia of JSPRV35 in ‘Question’. Pushing up the intensity and flicking through vintage percussion lines, ‘Question’ is an extraverted homage to the origins of techno that embodies flair.

The track drives through the middle of Fuga with ease, bouncing rhythm off a sharp bassline with thundering claps and snares. ‘Catch 22’ by Terminus restores balance with minimalism but pace. A hypnotic break in the second half is sure to mesmerize dancers and home listeners alike. Stuttering hats shake throughout ‘Catch 22’ to push the track along, keeping the harmony low and maintaining focus on the movement. With a similar tempo, Sanna Mun follows up with ‘Binary Systems’. A speedrun through an acid-like bassline, the track’s rhythm is obsessive and persistent as we reach the conclusion of the compilation. Fuga VI comes full circle with a ghostly track by Mode_1 called ‘Lifespan’, stretching time and tunneling through with booming toms and shuffled hats. Keeping the pressure high and maintaining that never ending energy is the only way to wrap up such a high energy release and Mode_1 does just that.

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Specials:
Mode_1 – “Reverse Podcast 004”

Tapefeed – “Reclaim Your City 605”

Recommendations:
Mode_1’s “WHT-02 EP” on Fiedeltwo
Mode_1’s “4×4 Series Part 1” on Fiedeltwo
all stuff on Token Records we featured

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out now: Kr!z – Ipso Facto EP [Token Records]

Artist:
Kr!z

Title:
Ipso Facto EP

Label:
Token Records

Cat#:
TOKEN132

Release Date:
21st March 2025

Format:
vinyl, download & streaming

Tracklist:
A1.
Defeat The Purpose

A2.
Chrome Dust

B1.
Ipso Facto

B2.
Equilibrium

Press Info:
For his next Token EP, Kr!z delivers squelchy synth sequences over robust kicks, reinforcing his no-nonsense approach to club music. Classic in its conception yet psychotic in effect, Ipso Facto is a record built for powerful sound systems during the night’s most delirious moments.

First impressions are important; the Belgian producer has never been one to waste time, and this record is no exception. What you hear is what you get—an anxiously slithering synth line makes his intentions clear in Defeat the Purpose, driving people to the dancefloor. Dry drum machine work thunders throughout, locking in the Token style with precision. Moving into the next track, ‘Chrome Dust’ focuses more on the tonal side of things and its irresistible groove makes it an instant ear catcher. Playful rides and snares shape the progression, with Kr!z swapping percussion elements to keep the movement lively.

The title track is a true hip swinger on the B1 as he reaches in the low end of the synth sequence to establish a very compelling rhythm. Everything in its right place, and not a hair more, the percussion transitions are reminiscent of his 4 channel DJ sets, the energy always being on the move. Equilibrium closes the EP with high energy, opening up filters over a reliably bouncy rhythm. Years of experience behind the decks can be very instructive for a perceptive producer, and Kr!z proves us just that in this track and in the whole EP.

Snippets:

Full Track Streaming:
“Equilibrium”

“Ipso Facto”

Special:
“Recorded Live At Fuse (06.12.24)”

Recommendations:
Kr!z’ “Horo EP” on Blueprint Records
Kr!z’ “Revelation EP” on Blueprint Records
Kr!z’ “Neutrino EP” on Blueprint Records
all stuff on Token Records we featured

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Token Records @Bandcamp
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Token Records

out now: Altinbas – Voyage EP [Token Records]

Artist:
Altinbas

Title:
Voyage EP

Label:
Token Records

Cat#:
TOKEN131

Release Date:
24th January 2025

Format:
vinyl, download & streaming

Tracklist:
01.
Voyage

02.
Stygious Night

03.
Venus Ballroom

04.
Psychosphere

Press Info:
Securing his place in the scene as a mainstay after consecutively acclaimed releases on his own record label and beyond as well as lengthy touring around the globe’s best venues, Altinbas returns to Token the only way he knows how. The Fuse resident’s ethereal mark on driven techno comes this time with an aquatic touch, diving further into his bubbly architecture and melodic intrigue.

‘Voyage’ can mean many things; the past few years have been an incessant trip across the world’s greatest sound systems and most dedicated audiences for the Belgian producer, or then perhaps it’s a reference to the climactic and emotional nature of his productions. In any case, it’s also the title track for his third EP on Token Records. Balancing warmth and anticipation, Altinbas is able pack in all the elements of a timeless record while still providing the space to breathe. Smooth and introspective, ‘Voyage’ kicks off the EP on a cloud of a club roller. ‘Stygious Night’ shares the first side with a more minimal but nonetheless effective approach. The tonal synth work on this record begs for a powerfully round system worthy of only the best dancefloors, and the space that washes around in the background gives it true dimension. Maintaining minimalism with structure through drum arrangement, ‘Stygious Night’ is reminiscent of a not so distant past in Berlin crafted with a clearly modern approach. As the record flips, ‘Venus Ballroom’ takes us by surprise with an uncommonly resonant sound at the forefront. This stylistic switch blends perfectly with historic tracks on the label that have come to define its sound since 2007. Hypnotic, psychotic, quirky, and mental – ‘Venus Ballroom’ proves a deep understanding of the music and appreciation of versatility. ‘Psychosphere’ closes down the EP with a classic sound of dissonant stabs to resonate through a foggy room. Altinbas highlights his sound with frantic clap sequences and short rides to keep his percussion rolling but dry while his synths create the acoustic he’s been known to craft for the past few years. To have everyone agree on level of taste and technical capability is tough, which is why this certainly won’t be the last time Altinbas will team up with Token to roll out his cutting-edge work.

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