Label boss Xenia welcomes Australian producer DANZAH on Numen with his massive EP Escape Reality.
A release with a big emphasis on darkness, it contains 3 tracks with fast paced, stimulating rhythms resulting in a fragment of explosive energy.
Southern Californian DJ/producer Annika Wolfe is known for their multi-genre consistency within the industry. Their music consists of deep, rhythmic, and raw elements of techno; all of which showcase a unique sound.
Manchester DJ and producer Mason Maynard has built himself an exceptional reputation since first bursting onto the scene in 2017. Mason Maynard has releases on Hot Creations, Relief and Sola cementing his standing as one of the sceneâs brightest young prospects. His performances at clubbing and festival institutions such as Privilege (Ibiza), Parklife (Manchester), Hideout (Croatia) and Space (Miami) have brought his sound to global audiences. In recent times, his “Lookinâ At Me” release saw him work alongside USA heavyweight leaders Insomniac, setting the tone for a new musical direction, with tastes of rhythmic Detroit style electro further establishing his ever-growing musical palette. Mason talks to 6AM about his newest EP with Hot Creations and about his artist project as a whole.
Hailing from Melbourne, DANZAH is back on tech house duties with his new EP Turn It Up for veteran label Erase Records. Featuring two hard-hitting tracks, expect to hear nothing but heavy and rolling basslines, crunchy synths, aggressive percussion, and tension-filled breakdowns combined with classic 80’s hip hop vocals for some added groove and nostalgia.
German producer mexCalito, releases Director’s Cut EP for Shadow Wulf Records’ sixteenth release. Mex has been focused in the studio creating constantly and rapidly maturing his mixing and mastering skills under the mentorship of fellow collaborator Dubs. Mexâs tracks are being released by some of the world’s best underground techno labels. His sound is characterized by hypnotic rolling basses and experimental rhythms and effects, a cross between Techno, Zenon, Minimal and a kind of haunting psychedelic groove. With this latest release, Mexâs matured sound is on display, showing off the connection between the technoid and minimalistic styles, and mesmerizing with a bevy of psychotropic effects for that characteristic psytech sound.
Zen Zero specializes in a wide array of techno and house music ranging from deep, minimal, hard, and aggressive. Priding himself with a Zen philosophy, he hopes to express himself honestly through his music and elevate the listener to higher states of consciousness. With this Guest Mix, Zen Zero shares his favorite tracks and mixes that all encompass a perfect balance.
October has brought nothing short of great albums, EPs, and mixes from the underground techno community. With the musical mastering of Seph (Sebastian Galante), the label of Triple Vision Records Distribution, and many others supporting Vladw and his EP Ushiro. The artist has been on a roll and continues to garner success in his musical endeavors. Set to be released Friday, October 15, Vladw’s EP will be a fire way to jump-starting the weekend in hypnotic ecstasy as well as ending Hispanic Heritage month with cultural empowerment.
The fast-rising Canadian DJ and producer Weska releases his four-track EP Say To Me through Octopus Recordings today. Say To Me delivers heavy hitting beats and gliding chords â the style of warehouse-friendly techno that has made Octopus Recordings one of the most respected label in its genre throughout the world.
As a testament to the power of this latest release, Weska has received support from the likes of Sasha who labeled it as “big stuff,” James Zabiela who commented saying, “Say To Me is massive. Pushover is probably my favorite here though,” as well as Monika Kruse and Karotte who both gave their full thumbs up.
Weska, known to family and friends as Cody Hull, rose from the Toronto underground and has become an international touring player with support from the likes of Nicole Moudaber, Marco Carola, Adam Beyer, Pan-Pot, Eric Prydz and Dosem. His tooled-up studio is to blame for his hybrid-style of productions, enabling Weska to remain at the forefront of the ever-changing electronic soundscape as a producer.
Say To Me is Weskaâs third release on Octopus Recordings and is currently exclusively available to purchase on Beatport.
Listen to the four-track EP exclusively for 6AMÂ below:
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