Browse by Label: SONICULTURE (PORTUGAL)

Artist:	VA
Title:	Soniculture001
Label:	SONICULTURE (PORTUGAL)
Format:	12"
Price:	$9.00
Catalog #:	SONIC 001EP

"Weah! (pronounced: 'oo eh!') -- manifestation of joy, exuberance or surprise (in a very positive way). To be happy or in a state of uncontrollable euphoria. The official Sonic cheer. Soniculture is based in Lisbon and has been created by Expander. It kicks off with two mind blowing tracks from Misc. And Kalkito & Expander. Both of them fit perfectly into soniculture's goal: to deliver cutting edge electronic dance music. Tracklist: Kalkito & Expander -- 'Heinzens Weinsenz Shweinzens'! What does it mean? Well, try holding up your glasses of champagne (or with very good red wine) and just scream it out in unison. It works every time! Paul Kalkbrenner & Expander produced this one. It is an uplifting techno track which takes you higher and higher -- ideal for any occasion. Misc. -- 'Le Weekend' -- Christopher Bleckmann & Hannes Wenner, better known as misc. Begin 'Le Weekend' with breakbeat and then evolve to techno in a way that only they know how to do it. A very original composition that will rock every dance floor."

Artist:	DALESSANDRO, BILLY
Title:	Cracktime
Label:	SONICULTURE (PORTUGAL)
Format:	2LP
Price:	$21.00
Catalog #:	SONIC 001LP

2LP version. Soniculture, the Lisbon-based label, proudly presents Billy Dalessandro's fifth album. This project forges a new generation of production style and sound design for Billy as he cocks the shotgun of his latest experiment in electronic debauchery. Cracktime sonically defines those innocent and naughty moments that each of us exhibit, in our own way, that helps to fulfill our lives with all those insane memories we carry with us back to the grave. Thirteen tracks round out this ring match in a dub-infused, 303-injected, Chicago-style bassed-out fight that lasts just about an hour. So sit back (or jack back) and remember -- that if religion is the opium of the masses, music definitely gives us our daily crack.

Artist:	VA
Title:	Soniculture002
Label:	SONICULTURE (PORTUGAL)
Format:	12"
Price:	$9.00
Catalog #:	SONIC 002EP

"This time on an underground mission. Soniculture is based in Lisbon and has been created by Expander. Now it's time for two artists from the American continent to teach us a lesson about attitude. This is as underground as it gets. Tracklist: Billy Dalessandro: 'Flashback Attack' straight from Chicago, Billy Dalessandro, takes acid music to the next level, creating high-tech hypnotic sounds over dark basslines. 'Flashback Attack' will strike you with a message from the future. Jake Fairley: 'Peninsular' from Toronto, the now Berlin-based producer Jake Fairley shows us how he can rock the floor with a Blackstrobe induced techno track produced in minimal style, but filled with maximal energy. Again, powerful and dark basslines become the vehicle used to create a message with attitude. Momentum is then reached by combining these basslines with analog madness."

Artist:	DALESSANDRO, BILLY
Title:	Polis
Label:	SONICULTURE (PORTUGAL)
Format:	CD
Price:	$15.50
Catalog #:	SONIC 003CD

2009 is poised to be the year where techno makes a true comeback. Chicago-based producer Billy Dalessandro needs no introduction. He has been there to witness the many changes techno has gone through in the past decade, and offers Polis as his response. Featuring 11 tracks, his debut album for Soniculture (and fourth artist album) is a look at city structure ("Polis" being the Greek word for "city") and the crumbling facades amidst urban decay. The world is headed into one of its most uncertain times, and that fear is reflected in these dark productions that Dalessandro created with late nights and early mornings in mind. The titles alone refer to a possible renegade dystopian future-world, and the sonic soundtrack is minimal, true Chicago dance music that is textured with impeccably tidy melodies and unhooked structures. For from the darkest hours, great things often emerge, and when music historians look back on 2009 as the year that techno made its comeback, Polis will certainly be among those works receiving great praise.

Artist:	DALESSANDRO & EXPANDER/MIDIMILIZ
Title:	Soniculture003
Label:	SONICULTURE (PORTUGAL)
Format:	12"
Price:	$9.00
Catalog #:	SONIC 003EP

"Dalessandro & Expander -- '6 A.M. Overload.' It was during a long summer night, that Billy Dalessandro and Expander produced this one, thinking about how the sun rises in Chicago and in Lisbon. A hypnotic acid loop leads us into a passionate anthem that makes you want to reach the sky. It was at exactly 6 A.M. that both of them were able to shout WEAH!...our job is done...please let the sun come up. Midimiliz -- 'Bitpresse.' Arne Schauffhausen and Wayan Raabe are the very hot Extrawelt, who, in this case, disguise themselves as Midimiliz to deliver us a pumping and uplifting techno track, filled with their ever evolving basslines and analog synths, ideal for your open air nights of true madness. A great job performed by two of the most requested producers of today's techno scene, always giving us new ideas on how to create great music."

Artist:	DALESSANDRO, BILLY
Title:	Cracktime
Label:	SONICULTURE (PORTUGAL)
Format:	CD
Price:	$17.00
Catalog #:	SONIC 004CD

Soniculture, the Lisbon-based label, proudly presents Billy Dalessandro's fifth album. This project forges a new generation of production style and sound design for Billy as he cocks the shotgun of his latest experiment in electronic debauchery. Cracktime sonically defines those innocent and naughty moments that each of us exhibit, in our own way, that helps to fulfill our lives with all those insane memories we carry with us back to the grave. Thirteen tracks round out this ring match in a dub-infused, 303-injected, Chicago-style bassed-out fight that lasts just about an hour. So sit back (or jack back) and remember -- that if religion is the opium of the masses, music definitely gives us our daily crack.

Artist:	FAIRLEY/THINKFREAK, JAKE
Title:	Soniculture004
Label:	SONICULTURE (PORTUGAL)
Format:	12"
Price:	$9.00
Catalog #:	SONIC 004EP

"Soniculture presents you some new fresh ideas and also a new artist. For all you dear collectors, this is the last release of the CMYK series. After Magenta, Cyan and Yellow, now comes Black. Stay tuned for the next series with new and original ideas! Tracklist: Jake Fairley - 'Sardines' (7'29''). Once upon a time in the underground, both Mr. Jake Fairley and Mr. Fairmont sat down during a bright and shiny day and ordered sardines and a bottle of vinho verde. They congratulated each other regarding their work and then spoke about making a track together and how great it would be to blend the strength of one with the melancholy of the other. It was right after the shots of firewater that they finally reached an agreement. Here is the result. Thinkfreak - 'Human Error' (8'41'') Soniculture proudly presents a new artist. Debut, from Portugal, Thinkfreak knows exactly what to do to make the dance floors burn with excitement. Groovy, minimal, uplifting, with a touch of electro and even Detroit, Human Error is destined to become one of the big hits of the fall."

Artist:	EXPANDER & THINKFREAK/ILAR & HEDVALL
Title:	Soniculture005
Label:	SONICULTURE (PORTUGAL)
Format:	12"
Price:	$10.00
Catalog #:	SONIC 005EP

"Expander & Thinkfreak -- 'Trackum' (9'22'') Get ready for a rush with a very exciting track that this dynamic duo from Portugal has prepared for us. Melancholy rapidly evolves towards an uplifting cascade of feelings that explode into many stars under a constellation of techno. Driven over an ever-evolving bassline, 'Trackum' is a blessing for all fans of emotional experiences and complex melodic outbursts. Suitable for your peak time madness. Ilar & Hedvall -- 'Rush Hour Rumble' (9'24'') From Sweden, Anders Ilar and Fredrik Hedvall give us a treat for our minds with a track that begins quietly but transforms itself into an assortment of elaborated and neatly tailored sounds. We are immediately taken to the rush hour moments of a far and distant planet inhabited by beings that are powered by music and than soothed by an involving melody towards the end. Very ethereal and extremely well produced, suitable for all dance floors in the galaxy."

Artist:	DALESSANDRO/LANDBERG & JACOBSON, BILLY
Title:	Soniculture006
Label:	SONICULTURE (PORTUGAL)
Format:	12"
Price:	$10.00
Catalog #:	SONIC 006EP

"Soniculture presents a release that will rock festivals, clubs and beach parties. An all in one solution for high temperature action. Billy Dalessandro is back with another floorburner, charged with electricity coming from his own modern way of Chicago techno. Landberg & Jacobson, also known as Bentobox, have their first release on Soniculture, and keep the energy levels high with a Detroit influenced track from Scandinavia. Billy Dalessandro -- 'Backjack.' With this superb track, Billy Dalessandro shows us how we can enjoy our dancefloor experiences to the maximum. Groovy, jackin' and uplifting, 'Backjack' will put wide smiles across our faces while we party all night (or day) long. Along the way, we may even learn how to bump in the back, Chicago style. Landberg & Jacobson -- 'Admit.' From Stockholm, Landberg & Jacobson bring out the coolness in techno with a track powered by sophisticated basslines and extremely well programmed drum sequences. Detroit-influenced techno moves now to the next level with this outstanding team of producers that are also known as Bentobox. A great debut on Soniculture and a promise of more to come in the near future."

Artist:	CHORDIAN
Title:	Soniculture007
Label:	SONICULTURE (PORTUGAL)
Format:	12"
Price:	$11.00
Catalog #:	SONIC 007EP

"Soniculture enters the next season with renovated artwork, concept and new musical ideas. We proudly present the debut of Chordian, the new Swedish duo formed by Elias Landberg and Johan Fotmeijer, and -- surprise, surprise -- a remix from Paul Kalkbrenner! A1: 'Closed Eyes.' This is Detroit techno at its best with the right set of synths, bass lines and drum sequences, programmed to provide intense emotional experiences. Perfect for soulful environments. B1: 'Closed Eyes,' (Paul Kalkbrenner Remix). The master of Berlin techno is back with a breathtaking remix that raises even more the intensity of 'Closed Eyes.' With more 'pump' and fatter bass lines, it will for sure color your dreams with a nice touch of delirium. Paul also adds his own arrangements and melodies, making this version unique in its own way. A2: 'The End is Night.' The dreaming continues with a track moved by very elaborate synth sequences that develop in various forms and shapes, building up towards the peak, where emotions will again be the center core of the whole musical experience."

Artist:	DALESSANDRO & EXPANDER/THINKFREAK
Title:	Soniculture008
Label:	SONICULTURE (PORTUGAL)
Format:	12"
Price:	$11.50
Catalog #:	SONIC 008EP

"Our most special dynamic duo, representing the Chicago-Lisbon connection, lighted the fire, and worked on a new recipe. Mix plenty of groove with sophisticated synth lines, throw in a touch of acid and some extra spices. Pump it all up and we are finally ready for the action. Available soon at a dancefloor near you. A2. Dalessandro & Expander - 'Pump Kin Pie,' Jason Emsley remix. Known for his hot releases on Platzhirsch, Jason Emsley brings his own recipe that he learned, back in the old days, in L.A. The result is a nice homemade blend of techno that includes perfect drumsets, the right touch of acid, and of course, the secret ingredient that makes him so special. B1 - Thinkfreak - 'My Good Bug.' This is the new floor burner from Thinkfreak, who, again, surprises us with a groovy minimal track charged with maximal energy and a synth line that comes in at exactly the right time to provide us with the perfect mood for madness. It's party time!"

Artist:	MIDIMILIZ
Title:	Soniculture009
Label:	SONICULTURE (PORTUGAL)
Format:	12"
Price:	$11.00
Catalog #:	SONIC 009EP

"Soniculture presents one of its hottest releases ever. Midimiliz aka Extrawelt are back with 'Subtil,' which is also remixed by the minimal master Marc Houle and Expander & Thinkfreak. A1. Midimiliz aka Extrawelt - 'Subtil.' Midimiliz are unique in what they do, and this is the reason why 'Subtil' is not easy to classify. Techno is there, but you also have warm and organic drum arrangements, straight out from real instruments. The groovy bass line makes it extremely danceable and suitable for any sort of dancefloor. For sure, this is a must-have for the summer season. B1. Midimiliz aka Extrawelt - 'Subtil' (Marc Houle Remix). Marc does not need any introduction as he is the creative genius of masterpieces such as 'Bay of Figs' and 'Restore,' both released on M_nus. His approach to 'Subtil' mixes a bit of EBM with acid, and of course, techno, resulting in a special treat for all minimal lovers around the world and those in general who are open to new and creative ideas. B2. Midimiliz aka Extrawelt - 'Subtil' (Expander & Thinkfreak Remix). The owner of Soniculture and Thinkfreak provide a hypnotic and extremely danceable version of 'Subtil.' Using several elements from the original, this approach raises the energy levels considerably, leading several times to intense moments. Driven by pumping techno and using several overlapped bass lines, this is a prime time rocker. HOT!"

Artist:	LANDBERG & JACOBSON
Title:	Soniculture010
Label:	SONICULTURE (PORTUGAL)
Format:	12"
Price:	$11.00
Catalog #:	SONIC 010EP

"Here is a fresh track from Swedish duo Landberg & Jacobson, who are this time remixed by Maxime Dangles (Kompakt) and Expander & Thinkfreak (Soniculture). A release that blends several styles, be it techno, electro, house or Detroit, they are all here. A1: Landberg & Jacobson - 'Portabel.' This is one of the most interesting releases by Landberg & Jacobson, who are always capable of showing us a very modern approach to Detroit-influenced music. With a very catchy tune and superb synth programming, it can be played on any kind of dancefloor and should please all electronic music lovers in general. A2: Landberg & Jacobson: 'Portabel (Expander & Thinkfreak remix)'. With serious bass line work, this is the grooviest version of 'Portabel.' Extremely danceable, it breaks with a padded version of the synth line, which later on, comes back to provide a warm set of emotions and sensorial stimulation. Dancing with a smile is perfectly okay. B1: Landberg & Jacobson - 'Portabel (Maxime Dangles Dark Remix).' Maxime Dangles shows us two different versions of 'Portable.' This is the techno version, a dark and strong journey that builds up and generates levels of high energy. The melody is fine-tuned and present during the break, only to lead us once again to Maxime's ultra-fine techno. A definite floor-banger. B2: Landberg & Jacobson -- 'Portabel (Maxime Dangles Bright Remix).' For lovers of electro and neo-trance, here is another version from Maxime, this time with the melody as the central core. It is for sure the catchiest version of 'Portabel,' again with superb programming and well-made arrangements, proving that this French musician is capable of surprising us in several ways. A great composer of modern electronic dance music."

Artist:	DALESSANDRO, BILLY
Title:	Polis Volume One: Acidburn
Label:	SONICULTURE (PORTUGAL)
Format:	12"
Price:	$11.00
Catalog #:	SONIC 011EP

"When music historians take a look back at 2008, it will come as no surprise that the year wasn't the best in terms of techno output. With cries of Abe Duque's legendary track 'What Happened?' reverberating throughout the industry, 2009 is poised to be the year where techno makes it comeback. Chicago based producer Billy Dalessandro needs no introduction. He has been there to witness the many changes techno has gone through in the past decade, and offers Polis as his response. Featuring 11 tracks, his debut album for Soniculture (and fourth artist album in his career) is a look at city structure ('polis' being the Greek word bearing the meaning 'city'), the crumbling facades amidst urban decay. The world is headed into one of its most uncertain times, and that fear is reflected in these dark productions that Dalessandro created with late nights and early mornings in mind. For from the darkest hours great things often emerge, and when music historians look back on 2009 as the year that techno made its comeback, Polis will certainly be among those works receiving great praise. The vinyl version of Polis will be formed by a series of releases with tracks from the album, that will come out later on CD. This is volume 1, which contains 'Acidburn' and features a very special remix from Gui Boratto. A perfect way to kick off this project. A - Billy Dalessandro - 'Acidburn': This is an amazing track which shows how futuristic Billy can be. A hypnotic bassline, with acid influences, takes us through a multidimensional journey into space, fuelled by the most exquisite techno. A true gem that proves Billy's originality and capability of surprising us in every release. B - Billy Dalessandro - 'Acidburn (Gui Boratto Remix)' : Keeping the idea of the original bassline, the South American wonder boy Gui Boratto, produced the perfect remix for 'Acidburn.' By making it more progressive and emotional, it gains a different appeal. The piano detail is superb and in a way reminds us of Steve Bug's 'Loverboy.' The result is amazing. A great piece of work from one of the world's most special electronic musician."

Artist:	NHAR
Title:	Derceto
Label:	SONICULTURE (PORTUGAL)
Format:	12"
Price:	$12.00
Catalog #:	SONIC 013EP

Soniculture presents French techno artist Bernard Siefert aka Nhar, known for his releases on Mobilee, Meerestief, Plak and Modelisme. His sound is hypnotic, with finely-tuned melodies and vocals. "Derceto" is a modern techno track with an old school touch -- the bass line is strong and the vocals are dirty. Thinkfreak's powerful remix takes the energy to higher levels. "Owls Are Not What They Seem" is hypnotic with exquisite production details, and Dalessandro & Expander's remix is sexy and groovy.

Artist:	DALESSANDRO, BILLY
Title:	Polis: The Remixes Volume One
Label:	SONICULTURE (PORTUGAL)
Format:	12"
Price:	$12.00
Catalog #:	SONIC 014EP

Soniculture is proud to present volume one of the remix project for Billy Dalessandro's Polis (SONIC 003CD), with overwhelming versions from a selection of the hottest techno producers around. Alexander Kowalski offers a passionate and emotional version of "Only Your Touch." Elias Landberg crafts a rough and naughty version of "Call Girl," ghetto Detroit-style. Nhar presents an acid version of "Nanomachines," coloring it far darker. Re:Axis take a more minimal approach, with attention to fine detail and exemplary sound design.

Artist:	DALESSANDRO, BILLY
Title:	Water To Wine
Label:	SONICULTURE (PORTUGAL)
Format:	12"
Price:	$12.00
Catalog #:	SONIC 015EP

Billy Dalessandro's Water To Wine EP plays around with new frequencies and soundscapes that blend neatly. "Water To Wine" takes us on a journey through space. With the TB 303 bass line in the background and long synth pads, the composition sounds ethereal. "Neuron Hunter" features the TB 303 again, hypnotizing us and leading us through hyperspace. A bit darker then the previous track, it is yet another approach to what we can now call sideral dance music.

Artist:	DALESSANDRO, BILLY
Title:	Polis: The Remixes Volume Two
Label:	SONICULTURE (PORTUGAL)
Format:	12"
Price:	$12.00
Catalog #:	SONIC 016EP

Soniculture presents the second and last volume of the remix project for Billy Dalessandro's Polis (SONIC 003CD), with four great floorfillers for the most demanding audiences. Exercise One takes "Only Your Touch" through a ride of arpeggiated bass lines and dark grooves, drifting into uplifting moments. Jason Emsley takes a darker path down the techno lane and creates a mind-blowing version of "In The Red," with his own processed vocals. Also features remixes by Brian Ffar and Expander.

Artist:	EXPANDER/TADEO
Title:	The Waggler/The Wiggler
Label:	SONICULTURE (PORTUGAL)
Format:	12"
Price:	$12.00
Catalog #:	SONIC 017EP

Soniculture's label boss Expander kicks it with an EP that will rock the most demanding dancefloors, including a remix from Tadeo. "The Waggler" is a bass-driven ride on a rollercoaster of madness. Tadeo delivers another approach, making it more pumping and enhanced with a touch of retro and a combination of futuristic sounds. With "The Wiggler," Expander rides towards a more hypnotic direction, still fuelled by heavy bass lines and analog sounds.

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