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A banging free download today from Cavan native, but now Dublin based DJ and producer, Phacade. In contrast to Phacade's previous releases, Do Me Wrong is heavily inspired by early 2-Step and garage, infused with modern elements to create a soulful, dance floor ready track. Phacade ------------------- SC: @phacade IG: www.instagram.com/phacaade Four Four Magazine --------------------------- FB: www.facebook.com/FOURFOURDANCE/ IG: www.instagram.com/fourfourmagazine/ Web: www.fourfourmag.com/

Shibuya Nights' is the first track of Presswork’s forthcoming ‘You’ EP. Exploring the more electronic side of his craft, Shibuya Nights incorporates breakbeat drum patterns atop soft pads and arpeggiated melodies whilst maintaining Presswork’s signature production style. PRESSWORK
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This week we welcome Dublin-based DJ and promoter Jamie Langan aka DJ Half Step to the Four Four Local Selection Mix Series. The Gluais head honcho has submitted a stunningly idiosyncratic recording which features as the 246th edition of the series. Expect meddling basslines and murky undertones throughout. Our latest edition of the Four Four Local Selection has just dropped and we are excited to showcase this compelling mix recorded by DJ Half Step. The recording delves deep into bass-driven territory, visiting uncommon corners of the frequency range that encapsulate the listener in lush and introspective grooves. The mix acts as an energetic rollercoaster which sifts between varying tempo ranges, capturing the listener's attention and placing them within a range of dubby atmospheres which makes for ideal listening. DJ Half Step is also known for running shows under the 'Gluais' club night. The party has been well received since its inception where they have welcomed the likes of Dylan Fogarty, Iva Mechkar

Today's Local Selection welcomes Cork-born, Limerick-based DJ and promoter trio Triad. The three are responsible for running a host of club shows and free parties across Cork and Limerick under their promoting outfit 'Equinox' and have supplied us with this week's contribution to the series. Triad first started over two years ago in Limerick having built a name through throwing house parties in college court before breaking into the Limerick club scene. Since then the group have enjoyed playing a range of venues in Limerick and Cork like Pharmacia, Dolans, Liquid Lounge and Club 061 supporting acts like Shampain, Dart, Prozak, Pagan and more. The group has also enjoyed 2 headline shows of their own in their short period of running and performing shows. Triad's collective Equinox is responsible with running over 10 sell out shows in Limerick since their inception, booking artists like Lb aka Labat, Shee, Derv, Chris Flannigan, Dart and so on during this period. They have also organised a number of secret coa

Khazad Records are proud to present the sixth instalment of our annual Various Artists compilation series. We have once again brought together an amazing collection of young and exciting talent from around the globe, including Khazad regulars and new members of the tribe, who all share our vision for the future development of underground techno. For this instalment we are supplying 15 gritty, driving and powerful tracks from artist who evoke the true essence of our signature groove focussed and industrial sound. Milo Spykers ---------------------- SC: @milo_spykers FB: www.facebook.com/MiloSpykers IG: www.instagram.com/milo_spykers/ Four Four Magazine --------------------------- FB: www.facebook.com/FOURFOURDANCE/ IG: www.instagram.com/fourfourmagazine/ Web: www.fourfourmag.com/

Shannen Blessing releases a surprise two-track EP via her Bandcamp, with premieres on our Soundcloud. The Bray native focusses on a haywired modular-esque sound, carving out a rather frenzied and cutthroat approach as she embarks on a new chapter in her artistic journey, one characterised by syncopated synth lines and pulsing drum sequences. Shannen Blessing ------------------------ SC: @shannen115 FB: www.facebook.com/shannenblessing IG: www.instagram.com/shannen_blessing_ Four Four Magazine --------------------------- FB: www.facebook.com/FOURFOURDANCE/ IG: www.instagram.com/fourfourmagazine/ Web: www.fourfourmag.com/

Shannen Blessing releases a surprise two-track EP via her Bandcamp, with premieres on our Soundcloud. The Bray native focusses on a haywired modular-esque sound, carving out a rather frenzied and cutthroat approach as she embarks on a new chapter in her artistic journey, one characterised by syncopated synth lines and pulsing drum sequences. Shannen Blessing ------------------------ SC: @shannen115 FB: www.facebook.com/shannenblessing IG: www.instagram.com/shannen_blessing_ Four Four Magazine --------------------------- FB: www.facebook.com/FOURFOURDANCE/ IG: www.instagram.com/fourfourmagazine/ Web: www.fourfourmag.com/

L.Ivory, a pillar of Dublin’s queer scene and founder of NSFW, steps up to the 244th Local Selection Mix. Ivory’s 90s-inspired set includes Baleric-brushed grooves, UK rave, smokey Panorama Bar style cuts and more for an hour of dancefloor pleasure. Best known for his party NSFW, the Dublin native established the forward-thinking queer party series in January 2022 to promote marginalised LQBTQ+ talent in his hometown. It’s hard to believe the party has been going on for two and a half years, leaving its mark on the Dublin landscape and gaining a cult following thanks to its utopian vibe, free of judgement and promoting pure freedom of expression. L. Ivory‘s work in Dublin club culture extends beyond NSFW; he is also promoting shows under a new brand, SissHut, in Yamamori Tengu. His NSFW radio show on Dublin Digital Radio, a community-driven station, has provided a platform for emerging talent while also allowing the NSFW boss to showcase his diverse musical tastes. The Dublin-based artist has also been mak

Pan-Pot proudly presents the third and final part of the FORTE Remixes on their imprint Second State Audio, featuring reinterpretations by Planetary Assault Systems and Obscure Shape that showcase an innovative and mind-twisting approach to the German duo’s critically acclaimed singles from 2023. Planetary Assault Systems’ ‘ARC (Rumble Jungle Remix)’, is a seven-minute evolving trip into the sonic world of the genius of Luke Slater. This remix delivers an incredible reinterpretation with a forward-pushing groove, rolling rhythms, a hypnotic sequence and the iconic vocal loop from the original Pan-Pot track. High energy, tension, excitement and class make this a timeless techno gem. Planetary Assault Systems --------- SC: @luke-slater IG: www.instagram.com/lukeslater_planetary/ FB: www.facebook.com/LukeSlaterPlanetaryAssaultSystems Four Four Magazine --------------------------- FB: www.facebook.com/FOURFOURDANCE/ IG: www.instagram.com/fourfourmagazine/ Web: www.fourfourmag.com/

It’s almost impossible to believe that a label with so much international notoriety is still within its first ten releases. Still, Belgian Techno protagonist Amelie Lens’ EXHALE imprint is set to make even more noise with its ninth release, set for release on the 26th of July Championing the diversity of the modern-day techno paradigm, EXHALE’s latest VA dips its toe into a myriad of genres, with nods to psytrance, breakbeat, hardstyle, classical and even drum & bass across thirteen freakishly heavy dancefloor-primed stompers. It’s everything you’d want from a release that showcases artistry in its simplest form Luciid --------- SC: https://soundcloud.com/thisisluciid IG: https://www.instagram.com/luciidmusic/\ Four Four Magazine --------------------------- FB: www.facebook.com/FOURFOURDANCE/ IG: www.instagram.com/fourfourmagazine/ Web: www.fourfourmag.com/

DJ Get Luc(y) stands up to provide the 234th Local Selection Mix. The ascending selector has built a solid reputation for her varied and eclectic taste. The 23-year-old DJ, who is not limited by genre, enjoys showcasing a variety of mixing styles and sounds, ranging from dreamy progressive house to high-intensity techno and everything in between. Lucy has been showcasing her expansive knowledge in the both across Dublin for the past two years, and she made her London early this year. Luy has already shared the booth with revered artists like as Juicy Romance, DJ Plant Texture, and Sunil Sharpe. DJ Get Luc(y)'s contribution to the local selection mix series is a captivating journey through the depths of the psytrance world, as she pushes the envelope between the nuances of techno, trance and all things warped. DJ Get Luc(y)'s ability to merge rich soundscapes with powerful rhythms is on full display with a captivating and energising mix ideal for dimly lit basement haunts. DJ Get Luc(y) -------------------

We're delighted to premiere the brand new track "BOMBER' from Plus One as he returns to Ar Ais Arís records following the spectacularly received ‘Bonk’ last April for the West of Ireland label and club night. This time, Plus One delivers a full five-track EP and the London-based Dubliner takes the opportunity to flex some bass heavy styles. The EP opens with saucy summer garage, delivered over quivering bass and a killer vocal hook. Elsewhere, the intensity (and BPM) gets dialled up a notch on more energetic bangers like ‘I Can Live’ and ‘Sweaty’. The EP concludes with dark, dembow riddim ‘Zero Chance’, laden with bass and detail - a firm AAA favourite. Ar Ais Arís Vol 2 is out this Friday and you can find the the purchase link here: https://mattfinneganplusone.bandcamp.com/album/ar-ais-ar-s-vol-2-plus-one PLUS ONE ------------------------- SC: @plus-one1 IG: www.instagram.com/__plus__one__ Ar Ais Ar​í​s ------------- SC: @ar-ais-aris IG: www.instagram.com/araisarisx Four Four Magazine 
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Emerging Belgian DJ/producer STEYA shares her debut EP on IMF, becoming just the ninth artist to release a full body of work on Marcel Fengler’s influential label. Her debut EP crystalises 20 years of devotion to techno, presenting a broad palette of sonic influences formed since her early days as a raver in Antwerp. At the same time, it continues the label’s philosophy of pairing a next generation artist with respected heads of the genre, with long-time Swedish producer Hertz and STEYA’s hero Rolando featuring on her ‘Dopamine EP’. Growing up in Belgium where the ‘Knights of the Jaguar’ was a staple childhood anthem, it was “one of her biggest wishes to have him (Rolando) as a remixer”. An EP borne through two years of dedicated studio time, ‘Dopamine EP’ kicks off with the electric title track, a gritty tribal outing marked by dynamic shifts in tempo throughout. ‘Fast Life’ is a slick bass-led cut with plenty of bottom-end kick before a punchy synth melody gets added to the brew. Swedish producer Hertz –

Chris Flannigan is part of the upcoming wave of contemporary DJs and producers focused on fast yet groove-driven productions which predominantly pay homage to the golden era of techno. Influenced by this sound, accompanied by tribal and loop-centred elements that can be heard in his output Chris has gained a significant degree of notoriety amongst his peers releasing alongside the likes of Chlär, Alarico and D.A.V.E The Drummer. His productions have built a steady rapport globally with his music being played in America, Australia and across Europe while even gaining playtime within the confines of Berghain in Berlin. Currently based in Belfast, Ireland, Chris has performed various headline shows across Ireland and the UK, where he has supported industry heavyweight Daria Kosolova. Not to mention making his American debut in New York earlier this year. This is a result of his dedication to production where recent label releases include Disintegrated, PHTM, Laburnum Records and Orbital Oscillation with an ecle

Spirals" by KISST is an entrancing journey through the realm of electronic music, drawing inspiration from the eclectic sounds of Bicep, Floating Points, and Four Tet. The track weaves a tapestry of ethereal and melodic synths, intricate percussion, and deep, pulsing basslines, creating a soundscape that is both hypnotic and dynamic. Atmospheric textures build and evolve, leading the listener through a maze of evolving rhythms and captivating harmonies. "Spirals" showcases KISST's ability to blend emotive, immersive sound design with infectious and powerful grooves making it a standout piece for both introspective listening and energetic dance floors. KISST ------------------------- SC: @user-973176349-280619260 IG: @www.instagram.com/afx.ste_ IG: www.instagram.com/theshedresidents Four Four Magazine 
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Earwiggle welcomes a debut on the label from Brian Gibbs, aka GUNJACK!!! A string of dynamite early releases on Birmingham's Sheep Records and his own Deafmosaic imprint, set this LA producer out from the crowd in the early to mid-'00s, quickly amassing a long list of in-your-face EPs across a range of scene-leading labels. His dark, percussive techno stylings coupled with a larger-than-life character made him one of the community's most colourful personalities, who we've always greatly appreciated. Renewing his deep connection with techno in recent times and following on from a run of high-pressure dub techno offerings via his new label and collective Dubwars, Gunjack supplies us with four crunching club tracks in "Purple Room Trax Volume 1". Here he employs spiralling FM leads on the a-side with “Arson ‘78” and “Plastic Horns” while alternating between the suspenseful sirens of “Stormbells” and swarming, looped up the power of “Liquid Crystals” on the flip. Unlike many one-take live techno recordings, Gunja

The 242nd Local Selection Mix comes from Foxgluv boss JWY, who delivers a steamrolling hour of UK garage, two-step, speed-garage, and dubstep-kissed highfliers. The next edition of the Local Selection Mix comes from Jowy, a Dublin-based DJ with origins in Ghana, India, and Surinam who was born in Amsterdam. The rising DJ’s introduction into the Dublin scene was through community-based workshops, which she has been running herself as her career advances. Her path began with the Dublin crew Skin&Blister, where she honed her skills. In recent times the magnetic sector has shared the stage with industry stalwarts Bakey, Conducta, Jeff Mills, Sammy Virji, Amor Satyr, and others. During this time JWY also founded her collective She is the founder of Foxgluv, which is a platform with the aim to create a space for all, but specifically created to highlight female, non-binary, and trans creatives with a diverse range of genres and backgrounds. JWY’s Local Selection Mix follows her appearances at Beyond The Pale and

City Imp Records proudly presents the 'Back of the Bus' EP from OZWALD: Over three years in the making. Dublin BASS'd God OZWALD takes on Jersey Club, Juke and Jungle, reconfiguring them with his maverick style for our green shores. He partners up with the USHMUSH, the real Ennis town Addy, to face some old foes along the way. This is Irish Club Music in peak form, delivered by its most distinguished and BASS-addled purveyors. The team host an exclusive launch party in Wigwam Basement on June 28th. EP Artwork and launch party poster by DJ EGG. Ozwald --------------------------- SC: https://soundcloud.com/ozwalddublin Four Four Magazine 
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The Local Selection Mix returns with Calum Connell, a rising techno artist from Newry. The youngster takes you on a high-speed journey through old and new hardgroove sounds, layered with bruising broken rhythms and EBM influences. Calum Connell is one of the many exciting new techno artists arising from Northern Ireland, his eclectic approach has caught the eye of multiple promoters, earning him slots alongside Dom Dolla, Mark Blair, Yasmin Gardezi, Imnotyourmate, Hannah Laing, and Franck. Connell has recently focused on vintage sounds, heavily influenced by the trance and techno eras of the late 1990s and early 2000s. Calum’s sets are focussed on blending the old and the new, with a particular emphasis on creating unique and euphoric moments while maintaining an infectious groove. Calum’s Local Selection Mix is a pulsating, high-energy journey that blends dynamic drums, funk-laced grooves, and intricate percussion accents to produce a timeless rhythm that calls for movement. Calum’s hands-on and aggressiv

The long-awaited summer is finally here! And to celebrate it in style, we're proud and happy to present our fifth Summer Hits compilation, featuring 22 sunny bangers by temperature rise specialists. This compilation is here to keep you company over the coming months, whether you're in the sun, the storm, on holiday or at work. On the board: hits, techno, edits and groove. Get ready to dance and enjoy all summer long! Whether you're at a beach party, a rooftop gathering, or just relaxing with friends, these tracks are designed to keep the energy high and the good vibes flowing. Elevate your summer experience with the ultimate soundtrack to your sunny adventures. Release Name: RAW Summer Hits 5 Artist: Various Label: RAW Catalog: RAWSH5 Release Date: 19/06/2024 Format: Digital Mastering: Charles Accarisi Artwork: FEMUR, Guerand Retout Dylan Fogarty --------------------------- SC: @dylan-fogarty-994382354 IG: www.instagram.com/dylanfogarty8/ Four Four Magazine 
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