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In “Breakdown Simulations,” Close to Monday deconstruct the relationship between emotion and mechanism. Their use of cold synths and meticulous rhythm feels scientific, yet the human presence — delicate and defiant — pulses throughout. It’s a haunting equilibrium between beauty and precision. The production’s cinematic scope...

Brazilian newcomer Ribguga is making his label debut with his Brasil EP out now as part of Dirtybird’s 20th anniversary. The collaborative two-track EP features fellow Brazilian acts Balanka and Carvalho (BR). A vibrant introduction to Ribguga’s playful and percussive approach, Brasil captures the colorful, off-center...

Leipzig-based producer TreuHand unleashes "Zukunft," a five-track exploration of acid-drenched techno that captures the raw energy of the underground. The release opens with the title track's groovy foundation before diving deep into acidic territories. "LEUNA" serves up sleazy 303 lines wrapped in saturated textures, while...

Making a welcome entrance & as Winter in the Northern Hemisphere takes hold, 'Skin & Bones' is the emotionally-charged anthem from Persian-American artist, SHAB - who now welcomes GRAMMY & ASCAP award-winning producer Damon Sharpe on remix duties. [embed]https://open.spotify.com/track/2Dh5OH2URxb0cDLqMxcSwU[/embed] As SHAB gears up for her next EP...

THE FIRST ARTIST ALBUM FROM ONE OF JAPAN’S FOREMOST ELECTRONIC MUSIC TALENTS. FEATURING MUSICAL COLLABORATIONS WITH CHRISTINA NOVELLI, JULIE THOMPSON, LINNEA SCHOSSOW, CLARA YATES, CARI AND OTHERS From Tokyo’s high-rises to the farthest edges of sound, one figure has spent the last decade bending studio frequencies...

Within an artist’s range, there’s a lot to be said for contrast. You’d be hard pressed to find two more opposite ends of a spectrum than ‘innermost’, Solarstone’s 2025 artist album – and what he’s presenting us with, as the year enters its last quarter. While...

[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Th9j2gsVxSQ[/embed] One of the most respected and forward-thinking producers in Drum & Bass, Grafix has released his long-anticipated second solo album Don’t Slow Down, a defining body of work. Arriving after a landmark 7-month campaign, Don’t Slow Down marks a bold step forward UK drum & bass act, combining...