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We’re excited to welcome Sean Daly, a Dublin-based DJ and producer, to our current Local Selection series. Sean, a rising star in the Irish scene, has been making an impact with his shifted sound, which seamlessly blends high-energy techno, bass-heavy rhythms, and novel genre flips. Sean Daly is a dynamic DJ, producer, and digger most known for his varied approach to music selection and outspoken...

Kriptik are thrilled to announce the first digital release on Encrypted which comes in the form of an 8-track VA from a selection of Irish artists. Expect 8 techno tools which offer an effective, driving underground sound. Full release on September 9th. We premiere Havik's track 'Hidden Sector', a quintessential dark and smouldering cut from the rising Irish artist. Havik explores changing soundsc...

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: ww...

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...

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 co...

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, driv...

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: @shannen11...

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: @shannen11...

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+ ta...

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...

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...

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...

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 generatio...

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 qui...

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,...

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 thro...

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 chara...

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, w...

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 distinguis...

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 s...

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 en...

We premiere Irish artist Sonia's most recent release, 'St Brigids Afterparty'. The Irish favourite serves up a club heater, bridging the gap between techno, hardhouse, and trance, as he unleashes 'St Brigids Afterparty' as a free download, perfectly capturing the old-school Armada Sound, seemingly referencing Klubbheads, DJ Tim, Southside Spinners, and other 00's luminaries who helped push this bo...

From the heart of Glasgow to the world's most iconic stages, La La has solidified her position as a luminary in the electronic dance music scene. On 31st May, she proudly releases the full ‘Give Yourself a Try: The Remixes, a collection that not only reimagines her debut mixtape but also showcases the strength and unity of the dance music community she has cultivated over the years. The release co...

Snakebite 616, one of Ireland's most revered producers, provided yet another masterclass with some trance-fueled, driving techno. The Berlin-based DJ and producer experiments with euphoric mayhem while maintaining raw and honest techno force. Snakebite 616 ------------------------- SC: @nathan-jones-1 IG: www.instagram.com/snakebite_616 www.facebook.com/nathanjones.djproducer Four Four Magazine 
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