Melodic Techno

For the second edition of Mezclado Einmusik teamed up with Jonas Saalbach and SKALA. ‘Immers’ is a dark and floating track with choppy hihats and a filtered clap. Effect sounds blend in and out next to deep drowning brassy synths. ‘Carnival’ has housy chords and some crazy lead synths. During the break an 80s style... Read more »

Miss Melera has been a rising star of the Dutch scene in recent years. The melodic maestro has graced the likes of Einmusika, Warung Recordings and Natura Sonoris with her deftly crafted sound and regularly rocked dance-floors at home and abroad. This month, the Colourizon chief celebrates the 100th instalment of her revered podcast. We... Read more »

German Techno Producer & DJ Raphael Mader returns to Renaissance with the ‘Elysia’ EP released on 15 January. ‘Elysia’ EP is a four-track meditation on 2020 which tells of Raphael Mader’s own personal story and experience of the past 12 months and the collective issues we’ve all had to face. With Raphael spending more time... Read more »

Soul Button‘s label Steyoyoke presents ‘Affinity’, a mind-bending 24-track album; a unique new compilation conceived to deliver groundbreaking music and to unite artists from different parts of the world. This album features a top-shelf roster of some of the amazing artists who proudly call Steyoyoke their home: Soul Button, Nick Devon, Raphael Mader, Strinner, Monarke, Hakan, Synästhesie,... Read more »

After changing up his sound a bit last year for acclaimed cuts such as ‘Be Someone’ and ‘Right Now’, Joachim Pastor set out to spoil his fans again with the sound they know and love. With new single ‘Alaska’ out on Armada Music, the French DJ and producer offers up a refined record that not... Read more »

After metting each other during a gig in Amsterdam where they shared the stage, Seth Schwarz and Teho decided to join their forces while producing a track together called ‘Nasaja’. With the unique dreamy touch of Teho, and the amazing violin skills of Seth Schwarz, this tittle is the perfect reflect and combination of their... Read more »

Radikon catalogue number 24 journeys into the sonic universe of Munich native Naeiiv. Binary dreamscapes filled with nostalgia and crackling electricity define his 3-track Radikon debut EP ‘Nothing Important Happened Today’. Alex Medina, of Transmoderna fame, lends his seasoned touch to the title track. Laden with dreamy, detuned synths and choirs, ‘Nothing Important Happened Today’... Read more »

Westseven will forever hold a unique place at the XYZ imprint, as he played a key role in the label’s very first release in collaboration with Budakid. The Anjunadeep regular and Soul De Amina head is no stranger to the scene, crafting a stellar reputation throughout the years via productions teeming with quality. We’re thrilled... Read more »

Out of the bubble and into a new world: Resurgence is a two-track EP of melodic debauchery, brought to life by Hidden Empire out on Stil Vor Talent. Bebetta adds her unique flavor to ‘All of Us’, a cut that begs you to tap into the collective flow. Like the Sirens calling you to shore,... Read more »

Lauren Mia hails from Los Angels and writes ethereal and melodic techno that takes you to another spiritual realm. Here she impresses once more with two majestic new tracks on Isolabella Recordings. The opener ‘Colours’ is a spine tingling tune with broad and sweeping synths, bubbling drums and a nice warm, pillow-y groove into which... Read more »