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Drunken Kong: Debuting on Drumcode and Finding Balance

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Drunken Kong is a techno duo from Tokyo, Japan, consisting of D. Singh and DJ Kyoko. They have been making waves in the techno scene since 2010, with their music being supported by top DJs such as Carl Cox, Adam Beyer, and Christian Smith. In 2022, their track ā€œSparkā€ was the most sold and streamed raw style techno track on Beatport, and they were awarded as the Best Seller on Beatport.

Their latest release is the “I Want To See” EP, which is their debut release on the prestigious Drumcode label. The EP features four tracks of dark, driving techno, and has already received positive reviews from critics and fans alike.

In this interview with SIX AM, Drunken Kong talk about their new EP, their influences, and their plans for the future. Read more

Global Vibe Radio 358 feat. Juheun

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Phoenix, Arizona-based artist, Juheun, has earned himself an enviable reputation as one of the most exciting talents to break onto the American techno circuit over the past few years. Read more

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A Look Back At Tronic 2021 Releases

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As the world comes to the close of 2021, everyone can’t help but take stock of the highs and lows of the past couple of years. One thing is for certain. Through the lowest of the lows, music has bonded individuals as a community carrying them through the tough times and making their lives that much better. One such group that has provided dance music fans with such great music for decades, and especially this year, is Christian Smith‘s Tronic label.

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Why Christian Smith Has Never Looked Back

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Christian Smith worked in investment banking when he finished university. What if he had chosen to stay that course, even though he hated it? It’s unlikely that Christian would have become one of today’s most distinguished techno DJs and producers. Thankfully for music lovers around the world, he chose to follow his passion. Since then the founder of Tronic Records, now Beatport’s No. 2 selling techno label in history has never looked back. You can experience the magic firsthand on October 29. Christian will be performing alongside Japanese producer Drunken KongĀ at anĀ Incognito x 6AMĀ warehouse event in Los Angeles. Sound like a treat? You bet, get after it.

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Drunken Kong Is Ready For Any Dance Floor, Anywhere

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Drunken Kong is the project of D. Singh from Tokyo, Japan that started in 2010. He has had multiple releases on such well known labels as Tronic, Octopus Recordings, Stil Vor Talent, and Terminal M. In addition to having multiple tracks charted in the top Beatport Charts, Drunken Kong has had prolific international presence with a residency at Eden Ibiza, played for Tronic vs. Terminal M showcase during ADE (Amsterdam Dance Event) and played Tronic Showcase during Sonar Offweek. Drunken Kong has also always been active in the Japanese techno scene, playing regularly at major festivals such as Ultra Japan and in clubs such as WOMB, Ageha, Unit, Vent, Contact and Vision Tokyo. Drunken Kong joins 6AM as he does his first international tour since the pandemic.

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Global Vibe Radio 213 Feat. Drunken Kong

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Fresh off their full-length studio album title Where We StartĀ on Christian Smithā€™s Tronic imprint this past February, Japanese techno duo Drunken Kong make their Global Vibe Radio debut with a one-hour mix filled with their current favorite dance floor weapons.

Drunken Kong is the project of D. Singh and DJ Kyoko. In 2010, the two started their project when one day they suddenly decided to make a track together, and they’re now a rare husband-and-wife duo touring the world, with plenty of quality releases in their catalogue. They have now released two albums on Christian Smith’s label Tronic, The Signs Within (2017) and Where We Start (2020) as well as numerous EPs and singles on labels such as Octopus Recordings, Stil Vor Talent, Terminal M while they remain active with domestic labels such as Session WOMB and Plus Record.

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Drunken Kong Launches Remix Contest on Tronic

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Here is your chance to have your remix released on Tronic thanks to this remix contest. Drunken Kong is one of Japan’s biggest techno acts and the label is looking for a remix to accompany their original ‘Peace’ track.

Please try to use the main hooks, while reworking them and making a proper remix. Also please try to keep it anywhere between house and techno. It needs to fit musically to Tronic. Drunken Kong and Christian Smith will carefully go through all submissions and select a winner.

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Premiere: Drunken Kong Announces Sophomore Long Player on Tronic, “Where We Start”

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Following the internationally celebrated release of their debut album “The Signs Within” in 2017, burgeoning Japanese techno duo Drunken Kong look to kick off a brand new decade in emphatic fashion, as they announce the forthcoming release of their eagerly-anticipated sophomore long player, “Where We Start.”

Due for worldwide release on February 10 via Christian Smithā€™s esteemed Tronic Music imprint, Where We Start marks the second full length opus from the Tokyo-based outfit, whose impressive catalogue of unique techno productions have also been homed by the likes of Terminal M, Octopus Recordings, Stil Vor Talent and Session Womb to name a few.

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Premiere: Drunken Kong Curate 14-Track Binary Structure Compilation for Octopus Recordings

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Tokyo based duo Drunken Kong has steadily developed a ferocious fanbase through his dance floor igniting tunes, and are now curating a 14-track compilation for Octopus Recordings. Encompassing a straightforward club-rocking sensibility, with red hot production techniques and standout DJ sets around the globe, he has quickly cemented his stamp on the international circuit.

Choosing mostly unheard and unreleased weapons for this latest compilation on Sian’s Octopus Recordings, his selection and mixing vibe shows off the section perfectly, swinging from heavy and relentless to deep and mysterious tracks, procured from the labels stalwart artists and some new fast-rising creators.

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Premiere: Ken Ishii and Drunken Kong Combine For “Fatal Error” EP on Tronic

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Fatal ErrorĀ is a two-track collaborative EP from Japanese techno legend Ken Ishii and rising stars Drunken Kong.

The outcome is as expected: two original peak time groovers that will rock any floor, including the title track and “Shift” which we are premiering here today.

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