Melodic Techno

Cristoph – The British Producer, DJ, born and bred in the North-East city of Newcastle continues his pursuit of progressive dance anthems by proudly launching his new label “Consequence of Society”. The name Consequence of Society may be familiar to many fans as title of his 2015 EP that helped cement his production talents and... Read more »

Rinzen is an electronic artist from Los Angeles seeking to build entire worlds with his music. Dedicated to the pursuit of wonder, Rinzen combines cinematic sound design and forward-thinking techno production to create something that is downright awe-inspiring. His work has graced Last Night On Earth, Bedrock, Oddity, and here on Desert Hearts Black, as... Read more »

Afterlife Recordings has announced a new compilation entitled ‘Unity Pt. 3’. The release features thirty-nine tracks by a wide range of artists signed to Afterlife, as well as two Ukrainian acts; 8Kays, who signed her first track to the label, and longtime affiliates Woo York. Proceeds from the release will go to two concerns close... Read more »

Fat Cosmoe returns to Øddity for an expanded four-track EP after featuring on Odd Echoes vol 4. ODTD036 captures his continued development after already clocking up impressive releases for Atlant, and NOTTURNA. ‘Ourselves’ leads the way with Fat Cosmoe again calling upon supremely talented vocalist MAË. Setting a deep irresistible groove from the start, Fat... Read more »

John Monkman’s ‘Entropy’ is the first of two singles to come on his Beesemyer label this summer. London-based Monkman is a notable presence in the house & techno scene with releases on labels like Ellum Audio and Kompakt. He is a renowned studio wizard who has also worked on music with legends like Bryan Ferry... Read more »

Putting his hand to mOat’s second single on Armada Electronic Elements, Rodriguez Jr. shows exactly why his unique production aesthetic is making waves in the international club circuit. From the rolling bassline to the mood-setting vocal chants, evolving arpeggios, sweeping pads, and hypnotizing piano chords, this remix of ‘Buggin’ Out’ will have listeners hooked to... Read more »

Next transmission on Upon.You – the aptly-named ‘Multi Flavour’ – comes served by Berlin-based talent Edmond W., alias ED ED. True to the no-nonsense, big-room-oriented signature sound that’s had him making waves from the Get Physical to the Ouie folds, this new single finds ED ED doing what he does best: crafting a clean-cut, delirium-inducing... Read more »

Blazing newcomer Henri Bergmann makes her full EP debut on Watergate Records with the captivating ‘Mind Control’ EP. Building a buzz via impressive releases on her label Automatik, the Londoner has picked up support from everyone from Dixon, Solomun and Maceo Plex. Indeed, mention the Dodi Palese Remix remix of her track ‘Protection’ to any... Read more »

Italian-born, Berlin-based duo Alessandro and Federico Fognini are the unstoppable force known as Mind Against. Their rise comprises a series of compelling tracks on esteemed labels – Afterlife, Life & Death, Hotflush, Cocoon and Siamese. In collaboration with producer Dyzen, ‘Freedom’ is their exclusive track for the forthcoming compilation fabric presents Mind Against. It’s a... Read more »

In just over 2 years, AIKON has firmly established his credentials as one of the hottest talents coming through the ranks with an edgy style that blurs the lines between Indie, Afro, Electronica and MH&T with cohesive ease. Little wonder he’s already picked-up support from the likes of Solomun, Dixon, Âme, Keinemusik and John Digweed... Read more »