Alt/Electronica

Shkoon present their debut album ‘Rima’
On December 6th, the German-Syrian band Shkoon released their long-awaited debut album “Rima”, sending out a message of cultural diversity to the world. Shkoon’s concerts have attracted a diverse audience for many years, bringing together people of all religions, colors and backgrounds. For their album-tour through Germany and Switzerland, stops in Berlin, Hamburg, Cologne, Munich... Read more »

Premiere: John Digweed & Nick Muir join forces to remix the old classic ‘Hayling’ by FC Kahuna
Almost 20 years ago, when the scene prided itself on being a family of happy misfits, FC Kahuna’s ‘Hayling’ hit us with force. Resonating with a universal, star-gazing, emotional soul it was one of those rare tracks that fans (and indeed misfits) from every genre, every style, every camp could resonate with. Fans like Subtract... Read more »

Andrew Reynolds created an orchestral version of Four Tet’s ‘Unicorn’
Have you ever wondered what Four Tet’s music might sound like performed by an orchestra or live musicians? With support and approval from Four Tet and the publishers of the work, BMG, Andrew Reynolds has created an orchestral version of, “Unicorn”, from Four Tet’s seventh seminal album, “Beautiful Rewind”. Andrew Reynolds is a London-based multi-award-winning... Read more »

Premiere: HOKI mark debut album release with powerful vocal cut ‘Wild Forgotten’
HOKI is a new collaborative project from Montreal producer and composer Varti Deuchoghlian and Australian vocalist and songwriter Brent McCormick. With nearly two decades of combined experience in music, the pair have come together to create an exhilarating album titled ‘Strangest Of Us All’. The 11 track album showcases their stellar instrumental skills and songwriting... Read more »

Montreal duo HOKI seize spotlight with vocal weapon ‘The Push’
As the anticipation for Hoki’s debut album amplifies, the Montreal-based duo presents their fourth single – The Push. Hoki’s first three singles, and accompanying remixes, have received tremendous acclaim for their innovative approach to indie-electronic production. Varti Deuchoghlian’s beat design under Brent McCormick’s endearing vocals have proven an incredible match, as the two continue their... Read more »

Premiere: microCastle welcome Olaf Stuut to the label for his debut showcase
microCastle begins the fall season by welcoming Olaf Stuut to the label for his debut artist showcase. Based in Amsterdam, the Dutch producer has been a fixture of the electronic underground for the better part of a decade. Uniquely transcendent, Olaf’s music is hugely anticipated by his fans and highly regarded by his contemporaries, leading... Read more »

HOKI seize spotlight with stirring single ‘Land Of Our Dead’
After two incredibly vibrant debut releases, Hoki present their third offering in the form of Land Of Our Dead. The Montreal-based duo has excited both the dance and indie communities with their unique ability to blur the lines between genres. The third single from the act’s upcoming album, Strangest Of Us All, displays the range... Read more »

Premiere: Anaphase is back on John Monkman’s Beesemyer Music
John Monkman welcomes back Anaphase to his Beesemyer Music label with their new Out Of Mercy EP. Recorded in the twilight hours at their warehouse studio in South London the guys say “the two songs encapsulates the nocturnal and underground essence of our music“. It follows on from their highly revered single ‘Disconnect’, remixed by... Read more »

Premiere: Liverpool trio Matrefakt unveil a new collaboration with San Proper
Matrefakt are a trio from Liverpool who run their own Attitudes to Life label and have made a quick impact with their fascinating first few releases. This third one is another classic featuring some special guest spots from the cult electronic showman San Proper. ‘Dr Gibbons’ is first and is a deep, languid groove with funky guitar... Read more »

HOKI return with scintillating vocal cut ‘Some Kind Of Beautiful’
Following up their well received debut single ‘Almost Home’, Hoki step up the tempo with their second release – ‘Some Kind of Beautiful’. The Montreal-based duo display their ability to unite the world of electronic and indie influences, fusing an emotional ballad with a dark and driving groove, primed to ignite dance floors. Vocalist Brent... Read more »