They say that somewhere, an impossible city exists. That its inhabitants never fully reveal themselves. In “Liminal”, this new album, amid mists and flashes, Ciudad de Tar appears and disappears. Marco Avilez and José Tomás Molina trace coordinates toward a place that doesn’t appear on any map.
Marco ’s guitars echo like radio signals lost in time, drifting through distortion and reverberation, while José Tomás’s keys, synthesizers, clarinet, and percussion shape shifting landscapes—sometimes minimal, sometimes monumental. What they create isn’t just music; it’s the reconstruction of a myth, the search for a lost geography.
This album is a threshold between worlds. Those who have seen them live know there’s something more—something that eludes the obvious. It’s not just musical synergy; it’s the understanding of those who share a secret.
Perhaps Ciudad de Tar does exist. Perhaps Marco and José Tomás have been there, have walked it’s impossible streets, have heard its murmur. But in a world that pushes us toward predictable paths, that binds us to the tangible, finding it is no easy task. Maybe their music is the only way to remind us it’s still there, waiting for those who dare to seek it.
Andrea Gana aka Yadak (@yadak_____)
(Santiago, Chile. Mayo / May, 2025)
finding their retreat in hooky, hypnotic dreampop, the crystalline organs, oceanic synths, waltzy drum machines and languid falsetto vocals don’t seem to disturb the idyllic daydream.
but from under the perfect surface a threat of increasing frustration and dissatisfaction looms, and the ever so safe glass bubble is slowly starting to crack…
40% of this album’s sales will be donated to transvisie (transvisie.nl), an organization representing the interests of transgender and genderdiverse persons in the netherlands.
VIBRA GENETIKA is a holistic journey that delves into the interconnected dimensions of life. Since 2013, Rani Jambak has embarked on a path to explore the meaning of her cultural identity as a Minangkabau descendant born and raised in Medan. Through this process, she began piecing together fragments of family history, the complexities of her cultural heritage, and the diversity of her surroundings. This journey has not only allowed Rani to understand her connection to tradition and her ancestral land but also to explore the concept of Rantau (migration) as a vital part of the enduring Minangkabau narrative.
As her journey continues, the transformation of a woman’s life into that of a wife and mother has led Rani to discover new dimensions in understanding herself—a transformation of femininity that transcends physical boundaries, aiming toward harmony between body and soul. Each step along this journey forms a crucial element in shaping her worldview, fostering a profound awareness of the interconnectedness between ancestors, nature, and time. This awareness gives rise to reverence for the past, gratitude for the present, and a vision to perceive “future ancestors” as part of an eternal chain of energy.
VIBRA GENETIKA transcends the search for identity. It is a vibration that goes beyond the energy of genetic inheritance—a resonance that lives within the threads of thoughts, emotions, and the universe. It is a manifestation to dive into oneself and to understand ancestral heritage as energy that continues to echo. It carries the legacy of the past to be interpreted into the future. VIBRA GENETIKA is a holistic expression of spiritual journey and the manifestation of life’s resonance itself.
Rani Jambak, a distinguished composer, producer, field recordist, instrument designer, and vocalist of Minangkabau descent from Medan, actively engages in the exploration of electronic music and soundscapes derived from diverse locations across Indonesia. Her body of work frequently addresses themes related to nature, socio-cultural dynamics, and the interrelationship between humans and their ancestral heritage. In recognition of her innovative contributions to sound, music, and technology, Jambak was honored with The Oram Awards in 2022.
Produced, vocal, field recorded, and mixed by Rani Jambak
Palayaran (Rabab Batok Piaman) by Monen on Orang Piaman
Field Recorded on As I Stand In Fire by Toton Januar
Mastered by Vandy Rizaldi in Yogyakarta, Indonesia
Photography by Hario Efenur
Cover by Rani Jambak
Oberlin is the musical project of Alexander Holtz from Koblenz (Coblence), Germany. The centerpiece of his instruments is a modular eurorack synthesizer, which he often combines with guitar, piano and field-recordings. His music invites the listener to contemplate, it often is developing quite slowly, it never demands to be in a certain focus of attention, but it never tries to fulfil any ambient-clichees in the sense of creating just an aural wallpaper either. It is musical improvisation maybe in a more subtle kind of way. Oberlin has released music on Handstitched*, cosmic winnetou, Thirsty Leaves, Vaagner, Hibernate, Secret Press, AOsmosis, some tapes and downloads by himself and, notably two beautiful cassette albums on Mahorka.
Xu is Nicola Fornasari from Cremona, Italy. He began his musical career in 1995 as the bass player and singer for the hardcore band Entropia. Starting in 2007, he began exploring new musical projects, including Xu(e) (a duo with Andrea Poli), Xu (his solo project), La Petite Vague (a duo with Diego Balconi), and That Which is Not (a duo with Pier Giorgio Storti / Belaqua Shua) in 2020. His music has been released on a variety of labels, including Fluid, Whitelabrecs, Shimmering Moods, Slow Tone Collages, Krysalisound, Eilean, Flaming Pines, Rottenman Editions, Rohs! / Lontano, Twice Removed, Cathedral Transmissions, Triple Moon, Thirsty Leaves Music, Audio Gourmet, Tessellate, Haze, Many Feet Under, Subterranean Tide, and Laverna. He has collaborated with artists such as Darren Harper, Bill Seaman and Francis Gri.
“Velvet Meadow Resonance Fragment” is the third collaborative album between Xu and Oberlin. For this project, Oberlin provided acoustic guitar sketches, asking Xu to process and transform them into the foundation of the tracks. The recordings were then manipulated through a modular Eurorack system or altered using the Samplr iPad app. Oberlin handled the final polishing and mastering. This work marks the first chapter of an ongoing experiment. In the next chapter, currently in progress, it will be Oberlin who develops everything, starting from the material provided by Xu. Stay tuned.
Released March 23, 2025 as free (cc) digital download and beautiful limited cassette edition.
Recorded in the Summer of 2023 in Koblenz, Germany and Cremona, Italy
Xu: electronics
Oberlin: guitar
Artwork photo taken and edited by Alexander Holtz
Artwork design by Angel Draganov
“Many thanks to Ivo Petrov and the Mahorka label for taking care of this release”
Fabien Robbe is a composer and multi-instrumentalist (notably piano, trumpet and synthesizers). Established in the heart of Brittany, France, he rose to prominence with traditional music dance ensemble Menestra. He has transposed elements of this background in ‘trad’ to an eclectic mix of jazz, free improvisation (under the guidance of François Tusques) and experimental electronic music.
“Skeudennoù” is his debut solo album on Mahorka, after 2 collaboration albums with Julien Palomo on the label – their “Feeling for the latch” debut as a duo from 2021 and “Miniatures” from 2024. Julien Palomo is also present here on this album, the last track being an eclectic abstract ambient collaboration with him.
Released March 30, 2025 as free (cc) digital download and in beautiful limited Digipak CD edition.
“Skeudennoù” is perfectly showcasing the notable jazz, traditional music and free improvisation composer and performer’s diverse approaches to the experimental electronic music world, providing for a strikingly fresh and unique listen, a milestone album for Fabien we will be definitely returning to.
Recorded in Brittany between 2020 and 2024 by Fabien Robbe.
Fabien Robbe: Modulobuk, Korg ms10, Eurorack Modules, Korg wavestation, Philicorda.
Julien Palomo (guest): modular system on “Tévennec”
Photos by Fabien Robbe.
Design by Angel Draganov.
released March 20, 2025
please check artist bandcamp: vod123.bandcamp.com
released March 16, 2025
sevensy (aka Austin Brooks) creates music that directly facilitates imaginal sojourns, wherein the message is the sound itself. sevensy mixes electronic and natural sounds with processed guitars and acoustic instruments. His musical themes ‘unfold into an unusual landscape’ so that it is often impossible to tell where one ends and another begins. sevensy has released his music with Mahorka from the time of the label’s inception and was featured on the first “Music for Elevators” VA compilation in 2004. His debut full-length “Beacon” was released on the label in 2007.
“one2one” is his new, fifth, solo album on Mahorka, following the “Reckoning (Creation)” masterpiece from 2023. This release represents a change of direction in sevensy’s music. Subtle guitar melodies are once again interwoven with harmonic resonances, but this new work features more unitive orchestration in a denser than ever soundbath that leads the listener into a peaceful and introspective quietude.
“We are one, yet simultaneously we are individuated. “one2one” is a series of contemplative pieces that explore thoughts and feelings of oneness and duality, which comprise the paradoxical nature of being human.”
Cover artwork by Jan Brooks
DJ Scotch Egg’s SCOTCH SAMBAL marks an exciting milestone—celebrating 20 years of his boundary-pushing electronic music career. Known for his pioneering work in chiptune and gabba, Scotch Egg captivated listeners in the early 2000s with his high-energy 8-bit sound, often creating brutal, fast-paced music with a Nintendo Game Boy. Over time, however, his sonic palette expanded far beyond chiptune, shifting towards experimental sounds rooted in hip-hop, trap, dancehall, and African-inspired rhythms. Ishihara’s work over the last 5 years has been characterized by insatiable cultural, musical and artistic exchanges with artists across Southeast Asia and Africa.
Now based in Berlin, Scotch Egg’s evolution is also reflected in his collaborations and various aliases, notably as part of the duo WaqWaq Kingdom, blending traditional Japanese music with cutting-edge electronics, and Scotch Rolex.
His work has been released on labels such as Wrong Music, Load Records, Nyege Nyege Tapes and SVBKVLT.
In 2023, Scotch Egg’s collaborator Mo’ong Santoso Pribadi (Raja Kirik, Takkak Takkak) introduced him to the creative haven of Yogyakarta, Indonesia, setting him up with a residency. What followed was an explosive fusion of cultural exchanges, facilitated by Wok the Rock of Yes No Wave Music. Surrounded by local musicians, Mr Egg dove into genres like Dangdut, Funkot and Koplo, and the gamelan that floats in the air of every street. Uncovering these fresh influences infused his signature 8-bit intensity with the sun-soaked psychedelia of Southeast Asia. He collaborated with local artists such as TerbujurKaku and BHKT. Indonesian icon Y-DRA (Raja Kirik) and his partner Asa guided him through the vibrant world of Indonesian TikTok trends, the music of Sumatera, and even sent him on wild, unforgettable trips to witness traditional Jathilan performances in remote villages. All of this brought new energy to his music.
While SCOTCH SAMBAL wasn’t initially intended as an album, the vibrant, unrestrained atmosphere of Yogyakarta helped create something special: a playfully eccentric fusion of high-energy gabber and tropical, upbeat psychedelia. The result is an addictive, multi-layered sound that’s more than just a musical experience—it’s a joyful celebration of cultural fusion, capturing the spirit of the tropical paradise that inspired it.
Now, with SCOTCH SAMBAL, DJ Scotch Egg brings the heat—literally and metaphorically—delivering an electrifying mix with that extra spice you didn’t know you needed.
Releases March 14, 2025
Produced by DJ Scotch Egg
Recorded in Yogyakarta 2023 and Berlin 2024
Additional vocal and percussion on Track 02 by Mo’ong
Track 02 co-produced with Mo’ong
Track 07 and 08 co-produced with BHKT
Track 09 and 10 co-produced with TerbujurKaku
Mixed by DJ Scotch Egg
Mastered by Declared Sound
Artwork by Wok The Rock
Japanese electronic and improvisational artist TaUYu DeShiI crafts an atmospheric soundscape inspired by a journey through Okinawa’s remote islands.
“MY MEMORY” was created mid-trip, the album blends ambient electronica with fluid improvisation, evoking a sense of movement and discovery.
Soft synth textures and organic sound elements mirror the islands’ mystique, capturing fleeting moments of travel. The music radiates exoticism, not as a concept but as a lived experience.
Fans of ambient and minimal electronic music will find this release immersive—an invitation to drift through sound, just as the artist drifted through the islands.
Dormiens Vigila: Be vigilant while sleeping
On the threshold to falling asleep, we become aware of our self.
While focusing on the slowly evolving sounds, we get aware of something else within us, which in turn is listening to us.
The enables us to reflect on our outward character, while being presented with images of our inner personality.
Thus, the act of listening consciously also contains a creative, personal impulse, which can enrich our lives.
released February 22, 2025
WDX’s approach to music highlights ingenuity and dedication to pushing the boundaries of conventional genres. Improvising with edited field recording loops, a bassline generating synth and an array of outboard effects, shows a unique and captivating style that incorporates musique concrète, improvised industrial sounds, and percussions from everyday objects. This creates unique compositions arising from a commitment to using only found sounds and field recordings that transport the listener to new and surreal environments. This approach focuses on the creative process while experimenting with different sounds and effects to create dynamic and engaging sets.
His second album on Mahorka, “Turn It Off And On Again”, named after our favourite IT department advice, was made using sounds of his outboard equipment being, erm, turned off and on again. Lots of clicks and reverb/delay trails with the usual huge bass lines. The track names are cases that ICT have dealt/not dealt with.
Mastered by Jack Chuter – www.attnmagazine.co.uk/mastering/
Everything else by Dave Webb – linktr.ee/wavedebb
The Wave Debb Radio Show – nrbc.io/show/the-wave-debb-show/
![Crapivva – [Pertin-nce 106] Crapivva – Punkture](https://f4.bcbits.com/img/a2233877227_10.jpg "Crapivva – [Pertin-nce 106] Crapivva – Punkture")
about Crapivva:
Dance duo of two young electronic musicians,
an engineer-physicist and an architect from Moscow.
The project combines genres in one way or another related with the groove.
crapivva.bandcamp.com
soundcloud.com/crapivva
instagram.com/crap.vibes/
songwhip.com/crapivva
more music:
the-end-is-near.bandcamp.com
soundcloud.com/pertin-nce
archive.org/details/@bleupulp
Insectorama proudly celebrates its milestone 200th release with a special Various Artists compilation that embodies the label’s deep commitment to dub techno. This landmark edition brings together eight exceptional tracks from a roster of visionary producers: Dubtrak, Depthbarhat, Markus Masuhr, Davor Tosovic, Leopoldolll, Lotech_Hijack, and Narcotic303 (Roman Ridder Remix).
Marking this occasion with a fresh perspective, each track has been reinterpreted and reshaped by Dubree into a set of exclusive edits that breathe new life into the originals. The result is a cohesive yet diverse sonic journey, where atmospheric textures, deep grooves, and hypnotic rhythms merge into a timeless dub techno experience.
A tribute to 200 releases of innovation and underground sound, this special compilation stands as a testament to Insectorama’s enduring dedication to the genre—a deep, meditative space where echoes and reverberations sculpt the future of dub techno.
Dive into the sound and celebrate with us!
Douglas Fugazi representa una fascinante fusión entre tecnología y experimentación electrónica en la escena latinoamericana. Este ingeniero colombiano con un máster en ciencias de la computación transformó su pasión por la música electrónica en una aventura creativa entre código y música.
En 2008, desde Medellín, Colombia, Douglas creó junto a varios amigos a Monofónicos Netlabel, una plataforma que se ha convertido en un referente indiscutible de la música electrónica en América Latina. Este proyecto no solo difunde música, sino que representa un movimiento cultural que ha impulsado el arte musical de artistas locales a través de las nuevas tecnologías.
Con más de 20 años de trayectoria, Douglas se ha especializado en el Dub Techno, un subgénero que se caracteriza por sus texturas profundas y atmósferas envolventes. Su trabajo como gestor cultural en Monofónicos Netlabel ha sido fundamental para tender puentes entre los nuevos talentos y la expresión artística, convirtiendo los medios digitales en espacios creativos accesibles para muchos artistas de Medellín, Colombia.
A través de su trabajo en Monofónicos, Douglas se ha consolidado como un embajador de la escena musical independiente, impulsando la creatividad y el intercambio cultural en el contexto latinoamericano.
En un momento importante de su carrera, Douglas Fugazi presenta ‘Mar de la Tranquilidad’, su primer álbum de Dub Techno bajo el sello Monofónicos Netlabel. Esta producción mantiene un energético nivel de experimentación con una atmósfera espacial y envolvente, creando una experiencia de ritmos hipnóticos y bailables. El álbum representa toda una exploración de sonidos y técnica de sus dos décadas de experiencia en la escena electrónica, presentando un sonido innovador que fusiona las texturas características del Dub Techno con la energía pura de la pista de baile.
Mar de la Tranquilidad representa un recorrido por sus mayores influencias y los elementos que han marcado su camino en la música electrónica. A través de este álbum, los oyentes podrán sumergirse en el universo del Dub Techno, experimentar su energía y profundidad, descubriendo la esencia del género a través de las melodías que han inspirado su camino musical.
