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Today's premiere comes from Dublin DJ and producer Jamaal. His track 'SKY HIGH' is a blistering techno track that aims to explore all avenues of techno as he aims to combine groovy elements with the harsher side of the genre. Jamaal has provided us with today's premiere and it is a beauty. The talented up-and-coming DJ and producer has remained dedicated to his craft for quite some time now and this stunning track is a testament to that. Jamaal's beginning to see the fruits of his labour in recent times as he has gained recent support from Charlie Sparks on some of his latest productions while picking up a variety of slots at Nico Moreno, Klangkuenstler, Azyr and Luciid, and so on. A number of these bookings have come from some of the country's finest hard techno collectives in Vision, Influence, and Thump, while still remaining consistent with his musical and mix recording output. On top of this, Jamaal has also taken the initiative in starting his own business called Hearpro which specialises in providing

This week’s Local Selection is one of the most impressive contributions yet, as Samuel Powell steps ups with an hour mix fully consisting of his own original music. The Kildare native weaves through 60 minutes of euphoric & melancholic sounds, showcasing why he’s become a cult figure in modern Irish electronic music. Samuel Powell is a Kildare-born electronic musician who currently resides in Lisbon. He has created his own organic, rich, and ever-evolving brand of ambient and melodic style of techno, house and everything in between.. ethereal dance music to put it simply. His music is meant to be equally dramatic in a festival tent as it is on your headphones since it frequently fuses natural field recordings with stinging synthetic tones. Both a live performer and DJ, his sets focus on energy, euphoria, and intensity. This mix features some of his releases with Shall Not Fade and Part Four, plus some unreleased pieces. The mix is a beautiful example of electronic music’s ability to rub shoulders with more

Our latest entry to the Global Mix returns with a striking recording by Australian powerhouse AK Sports. The talented DJ and producer gifted us with a fantastic entry to the series, as she highlights her wild and erratic style all while exploring a variety of driving, bass-focused genres. Buckle up, this gets crazy. Sydney-born, Los Angeles, and London-based AK Sports found herself pioneering nu-rave sounds through the means of high NRG sets that explore a multitude of genres that range from (but are not limited to) beefy breaks, deep-cut bass, and exhilarating blends of techno. This frenzy of sound can not only be heard throughout her sets but also within her immensely impressive productions too. AK Sports recently had the opportunity to host a Boiler Room in Los Angeles alongside her WARP MODE family, consisting of Ak Sports, Bianca Oblivion, and Star Eyes. Allowing her to showcase her fierce mixing style in real-time, with the recording due to be released later this year. Having released on Club Glow wi

Today's premiere comes from Waterford native, now Dublin-based Mav666. The track is arguably her best work yet, as she provides us with a track that exemplifies grit, groove, and rhythm while still maintaining a clean and polished sound overall. Mav666 has kindly set this track as a free download too and can be picked up on our SoundCloud for your listening pleasure. Mav666 has taken the Irish dance scene by storm in recent years. Having played countless headline shows across the country, supporting the likes of TRYM, Tommy Holohan, I Hate Models, SPFDJ, Chlär, and Wallis. Accompanying this with a slew of festival appearances that include TIME4DANCE, Life Festival, and Fuinneamh Festival, there is absolutely no doubt that Mav666 is one of the most thrilling DJs Ireland has to offer right now. In doing so, she does a fantastic job at showcasing her impeccable DJ skills and incredible understanding of the realm of techno. The year ahead looks as exciting as ever for Mav666 as she continues to grow and develop

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We’ve got some rave infused techno from Galway based hard techno guru ALX. The Uncertain Events boss reworks a rave classic with a some extra bite, as he provides a sinister interpretation of Irish warehouse nostalgia. SYNC Collective resident and Uncertain Events boss man ALX has been turning heads recently with his graft in both the world of music production and promotion, dipping his toes in both areas, but finding a unified love in harsher warehouse influenced sounds. Some of the producers recent releases found landed on MOTZ, Insane Industry’s, SPEED & more, giving the producer a solid discography of industrial focussed material. As he moves on with the year he plans to unleash more hard edged techno, with a focus on a more European style sound, that is dominating the Netherlands and France. ALX’s ‘Take Me Away’ track is peak-time rave techno that draws on familiar stabs, driving low end and hardcore style sampling. The track has a ferocious build up that commands energy, and it’s simply made for the

Today’s premiere is a no-nonsense techno remix from one of Belgium’s finest musical exports, Milo Spykers. He has flipped a track from one of Ireland’s most sought-after DJs and producers, best recognised as Aero. Following his latest release on the Parisian label KR Records. Aero’s first release of the year sees him make his mark on the impressive Parisian label KR Records, curated by Ket Robinson since its inception in 2019. Aero finds himself in good company, with Milo Spykers tasked with the remix duties on the ‘Suffocated EP’ release. Some KR Records alumni include Alarico, Quelza, Kaiser, Pfirter, VSK, Joton, Pär Grindvik, and more. As Aero and Milo Spykers complete the 38th release that is to be made available to the public on the 20th of January. Milo boasts various impressive releases since he began his production journey. His first 3 EP releases landed on Amelie Lens Lenske Records, followed by additional musical contributions to Airod’s Elyxir Records, Fabric Records, and Black Kawa$aki Ninja re

SHDW & Obscure Shape return to their label From Another Mind with their six-track ‘Vergessene Welt’ EP, signalling the first material on the imprint for 18 months. Today we premiere ‘Der Urknall’ a gnarly piece of hardware heaven as the duo showcase a rough edged side to their production style. Founded in 2015, the launch of SHDW and Obscure Shape’s label From Another Mind saw the Stuttgart-based DJ/producers establish themselves via a wealth of self-released material while welcoming a long list of high-profile remixers, including Rødhåd, James Ruskin and Dax J. However, the pair’s evolution saw new ventures explored and attention focused wider afield with the launch of their second label Mutual Rytm in 2022. Utilising their A&R skills, the label has seen the duo curate and invite a selection of up-and-coming and established names while also delivering their first EP on the label in Summer, ‘Poetic Justice’. Exploring the techno sounds of tomorrow while drawing on influences of the past, the label quickly t

Our latest premiere showcases the return of Presswork from his 18-month production hiatus. Tom McGrath (aka Presswork), has supplied us with a gorgeous deep house flip of Irish duo Cedarwood State Traxs' track 'Come On Out'. Aiming for a more stripped-back approach that focuses on the vocal and saxophone melody throughout while adding some piano and 303 melodies for good measure. PRESSWORK
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Web: www.fourfourmag.com/Hailing from Dublin, Ireland, Presswork has returned to his production roots after a year-and-a-half-long break. Boasting initial releases on numerous labels like Zone Focus, Hate Lab, Choki Biki Records, Rave Residence, Ballacid, and What Goes Up. Gaining support from Rebuke and Bklava in the process while also performing at notable LOST parties, it will be interesting to see what the future holds fo

The latest entry to the Local Selection Mix Series welcomes Jayne Veronica. She is an Irish-American DJ and producer who’s carefully selected some of her favourite selections in recent times, fusing together an array of techno tracks to form this compelling recording. Marking her as the 192nd admission to the series. Today’s Local Selection broadcasts a recording that was crafted with some of Jayne Veronica’s standout selections in mind. Possessing a flair for showcasing fist-pumping techno, her sound typically lies between hardcore and industrial techno, taking inspiration from artists such as Charlotte De Witte, Jacidorex, and Nico Moreno. Over a short span of time, Jayne has earned herself slots at numerous parties across Ireland and the UK, with shows in Cork, Dublin, Waterford, Doncaster, and Liverpool crowds experiencing her in the booth. Supporting a range of artists that include Tommy Holohan, Rudosa, and Azyr as well as an imminent support slot for Parfait next month at The Grand Social while also

RAAB steps up for the 191st edition of Local Selection Mix with a tactile hour mix of techno power. Formally known as Rob Whittle, the Dublin purveyor of slamming grooves showcases his in-depth knowledge of no-nonsense techno in his offering to the Local Selection. RAAB hailing from Dublin, Ireland is known for his razor tight DJ skills and powerful productions. RAAB presents a new journey, bringing power, energy and euphoria to the table. RAAB has shared lineups with some of the biggest names in techno including UVB, Dax J and Answer Code Request to name a few. Playing in pretty much every major venue in Dublin, RAAB is no stranger to controlling a dance floor with great force. From holding down peak time festival slots to rocking Dublins’s former techno mainstay Hangar, RAAB is as about as seasoned as they comes in guiding dancers on their dark and mysterious dance floor trip. Recent releases on his imprint RAAB Trax have solidified his name as a producer to be reckoned with. A handful of EPs with remixe

Stephen Mahoney returns to our premiere series with the title track from his debut LP on the coveted Diffuse Reality imprint. We premiere the title track ‘Revised Revolutions’, a gritty rolling techno groove that wastes no time in getting straight to the point, while poignant atmospheres slither around the dusty rhythm. Stephen Mahoney‘s graft in studio has resulted in a number of EPs, resulting in his debut on Coincidence Records a number of years ago. He subsequently founded Shelter Records, which had releases from Volster, Aubrey, Lars Huismann, Flexure, Ben Gibson, and a Lee Holman remix. Stephen and Jamie Behan formed the duo Flexure, who had two singles released and played at New Faces at Tresor. Stephens most recent endeavour and vocation Delinquent Delivery formed in Autumn 2018 from Lockertmatik, Nathan Jones and Stephen Mahoney. Followed by Rustal, Stuey Lyons and Jon Hussey and Jack Jennings and most recently Jon Hussey & Stuey Lyons, James Cherry, Snakebite 616 & Stephen Mahoney. Stephen’s 8 tr

Today's premiere features Cork-Galway-based DJ and producer Uncle Knows as he debuts on Huxley's Dumb Safari imprint with a stunning 2 track EP. This acts as the label's second release, focusing on old-school rhythms and breakbeats while including a myriad of samples etched in rave culture history. DJ, producer, and Wisdom Records label boss Uncle Knows has provided us with a smashing release that drops today as part of Huxley's Dumb Safari imprint. Spanning multiple successful track releases on his Soundcloud with a previous label release on Floor 13 that encompasses a raw old-school rave and house sound that is as infectious as it is danceable. Garnering immense support from TSHA who coined Uncle Knows as a producer who will 'define the next generation' and Jenny Greene, where he was featured on The Greene Room with a superb guest mix. Picking up shows internationally and at home in Vancouver, Sheffield, and Galway respectively where he has been able to broadcast his energetic and playful sound to the mas

Irish electronic music duo Boots & Kats are back with an amazing release titled ‘People’s Dance’ on Hammer’s imprint Remmah. People’s Dance premieres today as a single ahead of the full EP which is due to drop on January 20th, marking Remmah’s 10th release since its inception. Having formed Boots & Kats back in 2015, both Jack Keogh and Ciarán Martin have gone on to establish themselves as one of Irish dance music’s most enjoyable and feel-good duos. Since then, the pair have gone on to perform all across the country at countless club shows that include the legendary Toast parties as well as regular appearances to District 8 and Index more recently. Festival appearances at the likes of Electric Picnic, Life Festival, Yurt City, Otherside, and so on. Not to mention parties abroad such as Parklife and Snowbombing too. Boots & Kats have very clearly built a strong reputation as fantastic party-starters, or better phrased as ‘Intergalactic Party Wardens’ since they formed 8 years ago this year. Though they hav

Today’s premiere is courtesy of Galway-Cork-based DJ and producer, MEJMI. MEJMI provides us with a track entitled ‘Warsaw Angels’ that is unlike her previous techno releases showcasing her diverse musical pallet. Spanning territory that sounds ethereal, and atmospheric, yet simultaneously introspective. Truly stellar stuff. MEJMI is originally trained in classical music but has been making a name for herself recently as she’s moved her musical prowess into darker territories of minimalistic techno. Her distinct 90’s inspired sound draws influence from acid to rave and is focussed on paying respect to the routes of dance music culture. Boasting previous releases on harmless.recs and SPEED, MEJMI has noticeably tapped into inspirations that derive from historical eras of dance music. Touching on MEJMI’s DJ capabilities, the young artist has built a solid reputation for rocking dance floors in recent times. She has found herself playing on the Polish circuit on both a club and festival level, headlining ‘The

Our first premiere of the week comes `rising Irish techno duo Blokes45. The pairing have provided a brutal trip through plunging synth lines and screwface rhythms on their latest self release ‘Paris’. The tough neck sibling pairing of BLOKES45 have been turning heads within Ireland’s techno scene within recent months. Appearing in clubs, festivals and collectives all over Ireland, the BLOKES45 pairing showacse their pivotal style of ‘rough n ready’ techno with their own stamp of dynamic power. The pairs healthy discography of hard techno, acid and tracks made for warehouse landscapes have been doing the rounds, pushing the pairing further into the Irish techno stratosphere. They start the new year with fresh collection of techno power. Their latest project “Devils Arch” will be available at the end of January; a perfect depiction of precisely what Blokes45 are made of with remixes from artists throughout the Emerald isle scattered amidst this fully fledged assault into the unknown. ‘Paris’ is a psychedelic

The 190th entry to the Local Selection Mix Series welcomes Cavan native, Phacade. Now Dublin-based, the exciting DJ and music producer has marked his entry into the series by means of providing us with a solid workout that encompasses a variety of breakbeat and electro sounds throughout. Our latest entry to the Local Selection Mix Series is Phacade. The skilled musician has supplied us with a pacey recording that features an abundance of breaks alongside some choppy, playful vocals for the duration of the mix. Having previously featured on Project Radio last year as well as performing at LOST and Hidden Love parties, Phacade released some impressive tracks on Filth Inc and on his own Soundcloud in the process. Notably, his musical inspirations can clearly be heard throughout his productions. This ranges from Steel City Dance Discs mainstays Mall Grab and Skin On Skin to more sinister electro and breaky vocals that usually are associated with various grime and rap artists. Phacade's sound can be ultimately

We start the week with new music from Limerick boss man Chaz Moloney as he debut on Obsuur’s sub-label Ótomo Trax. We premiere the Aeron XTC remix as he pumps some rolling rhythms into the original, serving up a pumping rework of Chaz’s original. Chaz Moloneys 4 track debut on Obsuur’s sub-label Ótomo Trax is comprised of 2 original tracks and 2 remixes from two Irish techno stalwarts, Aeron XTC & Mode_1. “I’ve really taken my time in releasing any music over the past while, as I wanted to wait until I was fully confident and sure of what I was putting out. And I think this EP, although only 2 tracks long, captures the sound I’m chasing at the moment.“ Chaz Moloney has been at the helm of Limericks techno scene for many years. Running Touch Of Techno and being one half of Midweek means that Chaz is dedicating his full time to a career within dance music. Having had a successful year with Midweek releases alongside David Sheeran, Chaz’s willingness to release some new music under his own name slowed down, a

Today we welcome back Peter Sweeney better known as Rustal to the Four Four premiere series, as the RLSD boss features on Diffuse Reality. We premiere the track ‘Pixies Return’ a dark and cloudy take on classic dub techno with Rustal’s signature rolling grooves at the helm of an addictive rhythm. Peter Sweeney better known as Rustal joins Diffuse Reality with his mini-album ‘Nexus Zeal’ which is due for release on the 12th of December. Rustal joins the labels formidable list of previous of previous releases which includes work from Sunil Sharpe, Dez Williams, Orlando Voorn, Marcel Dettmann, Mary Velo, Zadig and more. Rustal’s sound is heavily influenced by authoritative techno figures, wether it be Claude Young, Steve Rachmad, Shifted or Moritz von Oswald, the Dublin native is known for extensively delving into classic and contemporary techno sounds. Peter’s obsession for cavernous techno experimentation has landed him in some elite clubs, cities, parties and played alongside some of the world’s finest. Di

Today we premiere a steamrolling track from formative techno producer Invexis as he makes his return to the techno mainframe, following a twenty year absence from music releases. Invexis’s landmark return to releasing music comes on SHDW & Obscure Shape’s label Mutual Rytm as he merges pinnacle old-school attitudes with present-day techniques. SHDW & Obscure Shape‘s ethos of merging the past with the present and future, harnessing classic techno influences and shaping them into the sounds of tomorrow has sculpted a rather unique and charismatic place for home for techno through their label Mutual Rytm. The imprint has been the breeding ground for some of techno’s most exciting up and coming names, while also shedding light on some established producer’s that have been carving out the path for future generations. Their next release welcomes a long-awaited return from Georg Köhler, aka Invexis. Known for releases such as ‘Kalibreur’ on Salpeter Records and ‘Chiffre’ on Planet Rhythm Records, with further rele