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This morning finds us at the start of a new year, with a bit of a cold snap here in Brooklyn. The air is frigid with a stillness and freshness that can only be found in the winter months. Our guest mix for the time comes from Paduan, and exudes a warmth that is very, very welcome. He expertly weaves through different moods and hits that soft Sunday feeling that we all love. Other than Djing, Padua...

This week on “Delayed with…”, we’re featuring matsssiii, a Zurich-based DJ and one of the core members of the Project Indigo collective and label. Project Indigo isn’t just another name in the scene—it’s a group we’ve grown to know and respect, built on shared nights (and days) on the dancefloor and a commitment to music that prioritizes feeling and quality over fleeting trends. matsssiii’s mix ha...

Spiraling melodies and half time tempos spring to the forefront for our premiere today, titled Ravina. Portuguese artists Floating Machine and Inerte have combined talents for a contribution to the Berlin and Lisbon based event series and label, Art Bei Ton. The fifth edition of their VA series, ‘Seeing Cursed Spirits’ will soon be released that showcases a variety of sounds. All nestled within th...

Evoking thoughts of tribal gatherings and mystical experiences of the past and future, Berlin based artist, Refracted taps into his ritualistic side through his latest release titled, ‘In Veil’. Forth-coming on the London imprint Titrate, the release spans six tracks that seem to stretch time and space, enveloping the listener in field recording and drone driven journeys. Initiation brings forth a...

We’re kicking off the new year with the debut self-release from Melbourne-based artist Fefe, whose seven-track mini-LP, Sketches from Memories, drops in just a few days. This release is a reflection of Fefe’s creative journey over the past five years, capturing the evolution of his sound through a thoughtful collection of tracks. Our premiere today, Ghost Gum, is an evocative piece that blends gen...

January finds myself with a renewed focus on music to combat the pressures and tensions of the world today. The peace I feel when listening through mixes, and releases is second to none and I’m always so appreciative of that fact. Track list: Röyksopp - Waking Up From A Thousand Year Slumber (ft. Astrid S) Ben Kaczor & Niculin Barandun - the equilibrium in transition Pavel Milyakov & Lucas Dupuy -...

Astral Industries has been quietly shaping a corner of music that feels uniquely its own for over ten years. Based in London, the label has become a refuge for sounds that don't play by the rules—drone, ambient, dub, deep techno—all delivered with a sense of purpose and personality that's hard to find elsewhere. At the center of it all is Ario, the visionary behind the label’s distinct identity. T...

Rain falls here in Brooklyn as we arrive on the last Sunday of 2024.To mark this occasion and the final guest mix of the year, is none other than Parallel Perception founder, Yoel Simoni aka Paragon. Having met at Mostra in Barcelona, there was an immediate connection as we listened through a weekend of incredible music. His mix for this morning, comes as a welcome companion to the dreariness outs...

Jeju Island’s Oslated closes out the year with 아름다운 사실 (Beautiful Facts), an 18-track compilation that feels like a gathering of old friends and new acquaintances. It’s a collection that stretches across continents—featuring artists from Japan, Spain, Canada, the U.S., and more. Despite the diversity of origins, the compilation shares a unifying thread: a deep, hypnotic sensibility. Beautifu...

Deeply emotive and engaging, the collaboration between Swiss collective Project Indigo and Hame feels destined. It wasn’t a matter of "if," but "when." The EP Self Expression will be released on December 27th, available in both digital and vinyl formats. The final track, Stick Together, showcases Hame’s natural ability to pull on the heartstrings. With warm pads and recurring hooks, each layered w...

Twisted tendrils, organic growth, and murky jungle scenes all spring to mind while listening to the forthcoming Hypersonic Macrobiomas EP by R-010 on Obtuse Swamp. The Madrid based producer stretches his auditory muscles to showcase a wide range of moods throughout the release that build upon dynamic sound design, half time tempos and deft uses of melody to propel listeners into a whirlwind of fee...

This Sunday marks the last of my contributions for 2024. As the year draws to a close, there’s been a sense of reflection for the months past. Each mix has acted as a meaningful creative outlet and I’ve had so many personal feelings, moments, and more tied to them. Track list: Taylor deupree - the anthology of fragments Paul kerdommarec - un hiver Earthen sea - another space Black taffy - big tiny...

A few months ago, we had the chance to play at an event in Brooklyn, part of a small “Oslated gathering.” The lineup included our own Aspetuck and Moon Patrol, along with Vice City making her NYC debut, and event organizers - Buusto, co-founder of Club Dub Radio, and Maharam, a resident of Club Dub and organizer of Final Passage events. The night brought together a close-knit crowd and a shared lo...

Laima Adelaide and Nils Edte, the creative minds behind Stuttgart’s Predawn Records, have been contributing to the deep techno landscape with their evocative soundscapes for the last few years. As key players in the scene, their productions and live performances are leaving a lasting impression—especially for those fortunate enough to experience their standout set at Above Below this summer. Laima...

We’re thrilled to introduce Kinesis from Melbourne, a new label from Zara that celebrates timeless soundscapes and diverse artistry. The debut release, Kinesiverse VA, arrives on December 10th in digital format. Kinesis is rooted in a thoughtful appreciation of sound, spotlighting the work of female, non-binary, and gender non-conforming artists. This first release takes listeners on an intricate...

Caldera returns to Berlin-based Nummer Music with a stunning remix, just over a year after his “5D Worlds” EP was released on the label.  The original track is a playful & eclectic 11 minute journey from 1994, filled with fun moments of breaks, samples & warm FM chords. It’s seeing the light again as Nummer’s first reissue on the label, originally released 30 years ago on French label Virtual by P...

Wonderfully unique, and rooted in field recordings, UK producers Yard One & Tryst’s productions are no stranger to us at Delayed. Having premiered many a tune of theirs over the years, it’s always nice to listen to their latest project. Today is no different as they, alongside Red Pig Flower, and Vovian, join forces to create the latest release on Stolar, titled ‘San-lim Yok’. Haeundae Beach (The...

Parisian artist KEUT is the founder and artistic director of KLUSTER, a collective and label that has become a fixture in the city's underground scene. His approach to music is as fluid as his influences, which range from hip-hop and bossa nova to blues and pop, all filtered through a lens of hypnotic, minimalist techno. During the pandemic, he channeled his creative energy into building KLUSTER,...

Rarely do albums strike quickly and establish themselves as a must-listen but Iridescent, the latest from Aussies Pugilist and Pod, forth-coming on Of Paradise does exactly that. Fans of the Melbourne based artists shouldn’t be surprised at all, Pugilist’s commanding grip on proper sound design always has his tracks on rotation around the scene. Meanwhile Pod, aka Wu Kush is no stranger to well ex...

A hypnotic introduction draws you in, its precision captivating from the first bars. Without delay, the drums take the lead, driving an energy that fuses IDM, D&B, and techno. Munich-based Dycide is known for his fluidity between styles, and this track exemplifies just that. Sharing its name with the LP, Cult of the Black Moon, it feels thematic, capturing the transformative pull of the moon - imm...

Forest On Stasys, co-founder of Danza Nativa, has long been delivering fresh sounds from Buenos Aires. Now, as the year draws to a close, he returns with a new project: Aura Sonora, a label devoted to sonic experimentation and exploration. He will launch the label himself with Magnetismo, a three-track debut available in a limited vinyl run and digital format from 25th November. The EP’s closing t...

I first heard Binomi, the Catalan duo of Joan Gila and Jordi Aparicio, almost two years ago at the Mostra festival. Their set left a lasting impression on me. They delivered a masterfully curated ambient and experimental DJ set, all on vinyl. Usually, I don’t focus too much on the medium, but there’s something about spinning experimental music on vinyl that takes an extraordinary level of dedicati...

Wonderfully smooth, and gentle, our guest mix from Darris Hopper provides auditory relief through the many shades of ambient music. You can tell the passion and respect that he has for the medium as he deftly creates a relaxing atmosphere, weaving through ethereal moments and ending with some of his signature deep sounds. All, perfect for the morning times. Track List: Darris Hopper - Unreleased I...

Celebrations are to be had as the storied Dutch label, SoHaSo enters its 11th year of existence. To mark this special occasion, two unique compilations have been created to highlight both the past and set the future for the imprint. Horizons looks ahead, with offerings from Bas Dobbalaer, Human Space Machine, Love Over Entropy, and newcomer So Oishi to mention a few. Joining the compilation under...

For the latest Delayed with…, Stuttgart’s Nils Edte delivers a sharp, atmospheric mix that underscores his approach to ambient techno. A co-founder of Predawn Records alongside Laima Adelaide and Tama, Nils has built a reputation for music that feels alive, balancing depth and organic textures with striking precision. His talents stretch beyond the decks. Nils and the rest of Predawn crew are acti...