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Artist:
KONDERS, BOBBY
Title:
A Lost Era In NYC 1987-1992
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
CD
Price:
$17.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 1093CD
Remastered 2002 release. The beginning of that lost era in New York is marked by the end of maybe the most important, but surely the most legendary club of all times: Manhattan's Paradise Garage, the place where disco got turned into a religion named "garage house" by DJ
Larry Levan
. In 1987, the Garage closed its gate forever. The Garage sound and its believers had to go deeper, way deep. Down there, deep house started to materialize. The househeadz only started to resurface when The Shelter opened, the downtown deep house institution where DJ
Timmy Regisford
carried the torch. In its holy halls, DJs like
Francois Kervorkian
and
Danny Krivit
still celebrate the spirit in a pure fashion. But for five long years, deep house was homeless. In the underground in secret locations that were only known to the initiated, the contemplative sound found a temporary refuge. The most important of them all was called Wild Pitch. Here, the hard core of the first deep house DJs played. Names that still get whispered respectfully:
Viktor Rosado
,
David Camacho
,
Kenny Carpenter
,
Nicky Jones
,
John Robinson
. Also
DJ Pierre
, who had just moved from Chicago to New Jersey, sometimes played there and even dedicated a whole track principle to those legendary sessions: the "Wild Pitch Mix." One DJ, however, epitomizes more than any other the massive sounds and the unique spirit of the Wild Pitch parties: Brooklyn's
Bobby Konders
. In his spectacular mix he threw in everything from reggae, hip-hop, house to disco. He aimed directly at the common factor, the true soul of those blood-related styles. At Konders' Wild Pitch sessions everything was possible, as long as the bass moved in deep enough, the beat was ruff and rugged and the vibes soothed the tortured souls of the headz. Konders practically invented a school of intros, many times starting instrumental tracks with reggae MC-sloganeering. But he also roamed into other styles, throwing them into his melting pot of all 'tings conscious. Though strictly dedicated to the deep, the raw, and the soulfully nice, he produced one of the most slamming acid tunes of all times, "Nervous Acid," which still gets rocked massively to this day. Until the invention of his own Massive B imprint, his productions went under his street name
Massive Sounds
and were released by
Frank
and
Karen Mendez
on Nu Groove. On Nu Groove the whole classic, nice Konders shit appeared -- long-deleted material that gets assembled almost completely on this massive compilation, compiled by
DJ Hell
and remastered and ready to be discovered by a new generation of headz, to be sucked in like a nice blunt. Includes a 16-page booklet.
Artist:
PSYCHONAUTS
Title:
Songs For Creatures
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
CD
Price:
$17.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 121XCD
Remastered and re-packaged 2003 release. This is the debut album by
Psychonauts
, comprised of members
Pablo Clement
and
Paul Mogg
. During the duo's formative years,
James Lavelle
's
UNKLE
project was part of the highly influential Mo Wax Records artist roster, where Lavelle was also head of A&R. In no time, he had moved Psychonauts to London, gave them a residency at his "Dusted" party and put them into the studio with
KUDO
from
Major Force
. From these sessions came the single "Hot Blood" which served as a lynchpin for the album and a track
James Murphy
cited as a sonic reference for the first
Rapture
album. By now the hype machine had kicked-in with remixes and DJ appearances impressing all and sundry and a rapidly building a fan-base. Among this fan base was
Alan Moulder
and
Flood
, the infamous producers behind London's world class Assault & Battery studio. The two veterans of music production invited the Psychonauts and KUDO to record and mix at their studio. Amongst the collaborators on
Songs For Creatures
you will find
James Yorkston
,
Siobhan Fahey
from
Swing Out Sister
,
Sam Lynham
known for her work with post-punk, pre-The Rapture legends,
Gramme
and
Zeben Jameson
, the lead singer from
Mountain Of One
.
Jim Abbiss
, the man of several notable moments, pops up with mixing credits too. Since making
Songs For Creatures
, Pablo Clement joined James Lavelle as one-half of UNKLE. Paul Mogg relocated to Berlin where he jumped from project to project, finally taking root with
Boy Of Girl
. Gigolo felt that it was time to release the record as originally intended. Restoring the lost recording of "Wild In Your Eyes" and then repackaging and re-mastering brings the album full circle. The duo states, "
We always felt like we missed the boat a little. Mo Wax fans were expecting a 'trip-hop' album and disco was still a dirty word. Looking back, it feels ahead of what was going on
." One listen to the album in its entirety would leave any music lover hard-pressed to argue with such a sentiment.
Artist:
HELL
Title:
Größenwahn 1992-2005 + Automation Durch Monotonie
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
2CD
Price:
$20.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 151XCD
...(NY Muscle Interpretationen
). Remastered 2005 release. DJs are rockstars. Like
David Bowie
, whose personality and feelings for rock'n roll changed through a series of phases that let us discover an unknown side of him in every new album,
Hell
, the master of electro-body-house music, sharpened and enriched his definition of music within 13 years of non-stop mixing and producing, while founding the sexiest and the most glamorous electronic music label, Gigolo Records. With this "best of," Hell teaches us a lesson of hard-funking electro-house music and sheds a light on his personal vision of it, as a marriage between "Body Art" and "Art of Mind," as if dancing were the ultimate secret for opening our mind. And contrary to all those "best-ofs," where the tracks are either randomly or chronologically sorted, without any hidden purpose except the desire to make more money, contrary to all those "best-ofs" that people buy for 1 song out of 20, Hell selected his tracks thoroughly with the aim of teaching us the recent history of electro-house music. He managed to create a very personal atmosphere, varying between minimal and dark pieces of house music, and his tech-house taken from his already cult album
NY Muscle
. Very special digi-sleeve packaging, and including rare or unreleased remixes by
Tiefschwarz
,
Dominik Eulberg
,
Ricardo Villalobos
,
Abe Duque
,
Radio Slave
,
Peter Kruder
,
Superpitcher
,
Jesper Dahlbäck
,
Dave Clarke
,
Adriano Canzian
, and
Tomas Andersson
. Featuring unreleased tracks such as "Tragic Picture Show" (alternative version), and including hits such as "Suicide Commando" and "Keep On Waiting."
Artist:
DJ WOODY
Title:
Selected Works
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
CD
Price:
$17.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 220CD
Even though Berlin-based
DJ Woody
is a member of the Gigolo crew, this is Woody's first solo album to be released on Gigolo Records. And what a fine entry onto the Gigolo scene it is: sure to get people in the know talking -- and dancing. Following his hot 12"
August/Booty Bar
, Woody shows us all what he can really do.
Selected Works
kicks off with some deep acid house in the form of "Memory Soul" -- an uptempo number that sets a fast pace for this passionately energetic record. "August" is a cerebral track that will lift you to another level. This track also came out as a 12", but the CD version is exclusive to the album -- as with all the other tunes on
Selected Works
. "Our World" is a deep and dark mind trip, "Take It Down" is a pumping and raunchy tune -- its slammin' beats, funky synth licks, and sexy vocal samples give it a succinctly Gigolo feel. "Rocksteady" is clearly one of the highlights: this lounge-y number is ideal for relaxing at home or as a warm-up track early on in your DJ set. You can also hear the influences of Chicago jack-house, Detroit techno and various electro extracts on this record, with Woody's talent for minimal changes in melody at the forefront of his sound. This album is packed full of rocking tracks, and one listen will leave you wanting to hear more. Woody's sound is fresh and modern, but at the same time, he has utmost respect for the old-school -- all of which can be heard in his music.
Artist:
CAPITAN COMMODORE
Title:
Love Machine
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.50
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 225EP
Capitan Commodore
aka
Mariusz Socha
joins the long and illustrious list of International Deejay Gigolos. His influences run through idols such as
Herbie Hancock
,
Kraftwerk
,
Björk
,
Matmos
and
Mr. Oizo
. "Love Machine" is a deep, dark house groove custom-made for the dancefloor, combining the smoothness of a lounge tune with the edge of an old-school track. "Another Lonely Night" draws on the 8-bit sound of micro-music but contains broken beats aplenty. Modern, futuristic and forward-thinking music.
Artist:
BARTZ, RICHARD
Title:
Midnight Man's Revenge
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.50
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 226EP
This is
Richard Bartz
's first solo release on Gigolo since his
Midnight Man
album in 2005. The single starts with the deep and powerful track "Voyager" and really gets up there with "Minimax 1." "Minimax 2" takes the pace even higher with punchy snare beats and spaced-out effects. Richard draws on many different influences from techno, house, electro and synthcore to hi-NRG, among others.
Artist:
MARASCIA
Title:
Rayn/Leggy
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.50
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 228EP
This is
Marascia
's debut release on Gigolo and it's sure to rock you from head to toe. The slamming single kicks off with the raucous electro-romp that is "Rayn." Tight beats and caustic synth sounds make this a heavyweight tune. "Leggy" is bound to raise the roof whenever it gets dropped on the dancefloor: with an irresistible groove and powerful atmospherics, the result is an explosive mix of electro sound. A new step in dance music.
Artist:
DJ PIERRE
Title:
I've Lost Control
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 232EP
Here we have three different mixes of
DJ Pierre
's "I've Lost Control" -- the original WildPiTcHMix mix is heavy analog designed for only the loudest speakers.
Glenn Underground
's Old School Re-rub takes you back to the Music Box in Chicago and into the record boxes of pioneers, and the Spastic Meltdown mix is like the history of house in one little package. DJ Pierre is a force to be reckoned with and this new record furthers his legendary status.
Artist:
SEELENLUFT
Title:
Birds and Plants and Rocks and Things
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
CD
Price:
$17.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 233CD
This is the fifth full-length release for
Beat Solèr
(
Seelenluft
), and his first for Gigolo Records.
Birds and Plants and Rocks and Things
is his most ambitious album to date, exceeding the internationally recorded and produced
Out Of The Woods
, the 2002 album which includes the mega hit "Manila." Solèr moved from Zürich to Berlin and from Klein Records to Gigolo Records; the two independent legendary record labels that previously released his cover of American soft- rock classic, "Horse With No Name," included here. Solèr has always had something special -- whether it be conducting his hard disc orchestra as
Silvercity-Bob
, writing music for synchronized swimming groups, creating a style of homogenized eclecticism or crossing over to the electro-pop club scene. Solèr sings a bit on this record, as does the enchanting
Julie Lee
, but most of the vocal work is performed by
Florian Horwath
. Florian's charisma swings from a nonchalant disco attitude to emotional exuberance -- it's a heavenly match for the Seelenluft world of sound.
Birds and Plants and Rocks and Things
goes from the psychedelic to the contemplative, combining his usual harmonious style and classic pop structures with lo-fi electro, chanson, and disco. Not as club-based as his last album, and more focused than the album before that, Seelenluft presents himself as a mature but fresh, experienced song and sound aesthete who is experienced, but not a know-it-all. With its variety constantly creating a homogenous effect,
Birds and Plants and Rocks and Things
is a masterpiece of discipline -- a dance album for shoegazers, the living room soundtrack for club heads, the rock album for IDMers and the electro album for
Sonic Youth
and
My Bloody Valentine
fans.
Artist:
DJ HELL
Title:
Hell's Kitchen
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 236EP
DJ Hell
presents a single from the "Day" portion of his astounding
Teufelswerk
double album. Unraveling with sinuous grace, this is Hell's enchanting interpretation of kosmische musik, constructed for the nightclub.
Trevor Jackson
aka
Playgroup
remixes -- an 18-minute battle between pleasure and pain that weaves in and around itself, revering the hooks of the original, while introducing an intoxicating groove that will never leave you.
Artist:
DJ HELL
Title:
International Deejay Gigolos CD Eleven
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
2CD
Price:
$20.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 238CD
DJ Hell
's International Deejay Gigolo imprint unleash its 11th, unmixed double CD compilation onto fans and fanatics. A celebration of the label's avant-garde and legendary roster, talents new and old take Gigolo into the long-awaited renaissance period of modern dance music. Starting from its 1996 foundation, the label's release history (which boasts almost 250 releases to date) has brought the likes of
Miss Kittin & The Hacker
,
Jeff Mills
,
Dave Clarke
,
Fischerspooner
,
Tiga
,
The Psychonauts
,
The Presets
,
Justice
, and many more to the modern ear. Gigolo's 2CD 2009 showcase is a blend of brand new tracks from some exciting new dance acts, and solid dancefloor hits that have already been tried and tested in the clubs. Some highlights include:
DJ Pierre
, kicking things off with "I've Lost Control" -- a welcome release from the purveyor of acid-house.
Peter Kruder
(one-half of
Kruder & Dorfmeister
) introduces the melodious "Visions LTD" here, which will be released in March 2009.
I.M.B.
's psycho-tinged "Kill Bill" was originally released in 2005 on his own Mathematics imprint, and now it features here as an exclusive re-edit.
G.rizo
is an electro singer/producer, and "Boys Medley" (featuring
DJ Glow & Donovan
) is an excellent prelude to her artist album forthcoming in 2009 on Gigolo.
Joel Alter
's "Snake Eyes,"
Joe Le Bon
's "Tanssiakos 07," and
Abe Duque
's "Life Is Sooo Good To Me" are all exclusive releases for the compilation.
Herman Schwartz
presents a version of
Amy Winehouse
's "Back To Black," and "What Should I Do" (feat.
Deafny Moon
) is the bouncing debut release from
Lopazz
on Gigolo, from 2007. All this and yet still more to come from one of the most innovative and dedicated dance-oriented labels out there. Other artists include:
Opiates
,
The Model
,
Motor
,
Richard Bartz
,
Acid Junkies
,
Captain Commodore
,
Seelenluft
,
Actor One
,
Marascia
,
Fetisch&Me
,
Snuff Crew
,
Bennie A
,
Heib
and
Phobia
.
Artist:
ACTOR ONE/HERMAN SCHWARTZ
Title:
CD Eleven 12 Inch Sampler
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 239EP
This is a taste of International Deejay Gigolos
CD Eleven
, the latest installment in Gigolo's renowned series.
John Dimas
and
Ison
are
Actor One
, the two-manned, 4-deck DJ assault. "Popcorn" proves that they know how to start a fire on the dancefloor.
Herman Schwarz
reworks
Amy Winehouse
's chart hit "Back To Black," replacing the vocals with a slow melody line that stays true to the original, underpinned by a deep, lush dance production. This one is bound to be a hit on the floor.
Artist:
HEIB
Title:
Jackpot
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 240EP
This is
Jochen Heib
's premier release on
DJ Hell
's Gigolo label with the three-track
Jackpot
EP -- an analog journey into the worlds of the 303 and 808. "Jackpot" embodies Chicago house and electronic elements with a voco-vocale telling you how to jack until you hit the "jackpot." Pure dancefloor. "Cash On Acid" builds and builds to a stabbing/hand-clap acid frenzy. And what comes up, must come down.
Artist:
LENOIR & MERITON
Title:
Tripsoul
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 242EP
This is
LeNoir
and
Meriton
's debut for the International Deejay Gigolo imprint. The EP's title-track "Tripsoul" is created on the legacy and energy of techno. Heavy analog synths attack from the start and the layers just keep building -- stabs, pads, bass, and a melodic string arrangement. Epic and intense. "Legends" lets the synths do the talking, as they stab through the kick from the moment the beat arrives. The groove drops in at 1:35 and keeps on going.
Artist:
SNUFF CREW
Title:
Berghain
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 243EP
Germany's mysterious
Snuff Crew
collective return to Gigolo with two tracks of body-jacking, heart-pounding mayhem. It is fair to say that Snuff Crew love to jack, but they also offer a deep contemplativeness unique to modern dance music. For those not in the know, the title refers to Berlin's internationally-acclaimed Berghain club. Both tracks feature jacking bass riffs, raw drum machines, deep strings and old-school compression and mastering techniques whose sonic modulations will make you lose your senses.
Artist:
KIKUMOTO ALLSTARS
Title:
House Music
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 244EP
Australia's
Kikumoto Allstars
(
Cam Farrar
) presents his second single on International Deejay Gigolo. In the spirit of
Marshall Jefferson
,
Larry Heard
and
Adonis
, and with the intensity of modern dance, Kikumoto Allstars invokes the origin of Chicago acid-house with innovative arrangements and twisted, peaking crescendos. Produced with all-analog synthesizers and drum machines, including the famous Roland range (TR-909, TR-808, TR-707, SH-101, Juno range, Jx-8p and of course, the TB-303),
House Music
pays homage to
Tadao Kikumoto
, the brains behind these now-legendary machines.
Artist:
KRUDER, PETER
Title:
Visions LTD
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 245EP
Peter Kruder
(one-half of
Kruder & Dorfmeister
), presents his first 12" for Gigolo. "Visions LTD" is a soundscape of dancefloor dreams -- soft, yet progressive, a track that commands you to dance. "Shine" kicks up the pace, balancing a heavy, elasticized bottom-end with some deep and dark synth-action. With Kruder & Dorfmeister,
Voom Voom
, and
Peace Orchestra
, he is universally praised for being responsible for some of the finest electronic music in the last 15 years.
Artist:
PEACHES
Title:
Lose U (DJ Hell Remix)
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 246EP
Taken from
Peaches
' album
I Feel Cream
, released in early 2009, "Lose U" is definitely one of its highlights. Written and produced by Peaches and
James Ford
and
Jas Shaw
aka
Simian Mobile Disco
, the original single was one of Hell's records of the year. In true Gigolo style,
Hell
and
Christian Prommer
set about remixing "Lose U," regardless of release commitments or marketing schedules, and the result is found here on this limited edition vinyl-only release. One-sided release.
Artist:
ROTHER, ANTHONY
Title:
Hot Chocolate In The Milky Way
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 247EP
The legendary
Anthony Rother
presents "Hot Chocolate In The Milky Way," a journey through a melodic soundscape of beats and open chords, recalling the work of
John Carpenter
-- the inspiration behind Rother's formative work. "Green Star Drifts" is a techno track with more than a hint of electro. Both tracks explore both ends of the wide range that encompasses Rother's body of work.
Artist:
CAPITAN COMMODORE
Title:
Express
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 248EP
Hailing from Lodz, Poland,
Mariusz Socha
aka
Capitan Commodore
joins the long and illustrious list of International Deejay Gigolos. His influences include
Herbie Hancock
,
Kraftwerk
,
Björk
,
Matmos
,
Mr. Oizo
,
Stanislaw Lem
,
Philip K.Dick
, and
Timbaland
. All the tracks on
Express
are immediately modern, futuristic and forward-thinking, a simply lethal cocktail of grind and drive: a deeply infectious groove combined with funky bass and distorted vocals.
Artist:
COPPOLA & CHRISTIAN PROMMER, IVANO
Title:
Hot
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 249EP
Gigolo releases one for the summer, aptly titled
Hot
-- courtesy of one of Italy's most respected DJs,
Ivano Coppola
and
Christian Prommer
, one of the main collaborators on
DJ Hell
's critically-acclaimed
Teufelswerk
album. Coppola's "Plastic Mix" takes a sample from
Willie Ninja
's classic recording, "Hot" and builds the track around the chords and the vocals. The second mix from Prommer is just a pure jam, all the way through.
Artist:
DJ HELL
Title:
Teufelswerk
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
2CD
Price:
$21.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 250CD
International Deejay Gigolo label-head
DJ Hell
presents
Teufelswerk
(trans. "Devil's Work") -- Hell's masterpiece and a towering double album follow-up to 2004's
NY Muscle
and his breakthrough 1998 opus,
Munich Machine
. Across 16 exquisite tracks divided into two themes, "Night" and "Day," Hell weaves an intoxicating spell. "Night" sees Hell in more familiar nocturnal surroundings as Detroit and Chicago grooves battle the ghosts of
Kraftwerk
,
Neu!
and
DAF
with notable vocal contributions from
Bryan Ferry
and
P. Diddy
. On the "Day" half we find celestial vocals cascading around acoustic guitar figures as a motorik rhythm propels it ever skywards, sharing space, spiritually at least, with
Pink Floyd
,
Hawkwind
and
Can
. With assistance from
Peter Kruder
of
Kruder & Dorfmeister
,
Christian Prommer
,
&Me
, and
Anthony Rother
, Hell states: "
The album is very personal
," he says. "
All my knowledge is there. I went back really far to the early '70s. I don't think I can make a better record
." Coming from Hell, whose life mirrors his art, that's saying something. A cultural chameleon with an encyclopaedic musical knowledge and a bold sense of style, Hell has carved a reputation as the
Warhol
-- or should that be War-hell? -- of our generation. When Hell launched his International Deejay Gigolo empire in 1996, his rebellious creative streak gave the label a punk DIY aesthetic. An open-ended techno imprint with a natural pop sensibility, Gigolo immediately stood out and attracted like-minded artists such as
Fischerspooner
,
Vitalic
,
Miss Kittin & The Hacker
,
Tiga
, even the
Pet Shop Boys
,
Jeff Mills
and
Dopplereffekt
.
Teufelswerk
is a musical odyssey that is the sonic cumulative whole of DJ Hell's entire career.
Artist:
DJ HELL
Title:
Teufelswerk
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
3LP
Price:
$27.50
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 250LP
Deluxe gatefold 3LP version. International Deejay Gigolo label-head
DJ Hell
presents
Teufelswerk
(trans. "Devil's Work") -- Hell's masterpiece and a towering double album follow-up to 2004's
NY Muscle
and his breakthrough 1998 opus,
Munich Machine
. Across 16 exquisite tracks divided into two themes, "Night" and "Day," Hell weaves an intoxicating spell. "Night" sees Hell in more familiar nocturnal surroundings as Detroit and Chicago grooves battle the ghosts of
Kraftwerk
,
Neu!
and
DAF
with notable vocal contributions from
Bryan Ferry
and
P. Diddy
. On the "Day" half we find celestial vocals cascading around acoustic guitar figures as a motorik rhythm propels it ever skywards, sharing space, spiritually at least, with
Pink Floyd
,
Hawkwind
and
Can
. With assistance from
Peter Kruder
of
Kruder & Dorfmeister
,
Christian Prommer
,
&Me
, and
Anthony Rother
, Hell states: "
The album is very personal
," he says. "
All my knowledge is there. I went back really far to the early '70s. I don't think I can make a better record
." Coming from Hell, whose life mirrors his art, that's saying something. A cultural chameleon with an encyclopaedic musical knowledge and a bold sense of style, Hell has carved a reputation as the
Warhol
-- or should that be War-hell? -- of our generation. When Hell launched his International Deejay Gigolo empire in 1996, his rebellious creative streak gave the label a punk DIY aesthetic. An open-ended techno imprint with a natural pop sensibility, Gigolo immediately stood out and attracted like-minded artists such as
Fischerspooner
,
Vitalic
,
Miss Kittin & The Hacker
,
Tiga
, even the
Pet Shop Boys
,
Jeff Mills
and
Dopplereffekt
.
Teufelswerk
is a musical odyssey that is the sonic cumulative whole of DJ Hell's entire career.
Artist:
MUGWUMP
Title:
Die Nacht Ist Kuhl
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 251EP
Belgium's
Geoffroy
and
Kolombo
aka
Mugwump
have an unmistakeable, varied sound, and
Die Nacht Ist Kuhl
is possibly the best example of this. Disco loops, Latin rhythms, a classic vocal-house sample, heavy techno synth stabs and German spoken word grace the title-track, while "Steamulus" is more reserved, making way for some nice mood music with a modulating disco loop that infectiously builds for most of the record, and then lets go with heavy bass lines that deliver the big pay-off.
Artist:
KIKUMOTO ALLSTARS
Title:
House Music
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
CD
Price:
$17.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 252CD
This is the debut full-length release from Australia's DJ/producer
Cam Farrar
aka
Kikumoto Allstars
. In the spirit of the original Chicago acid house of
Marshall Jefferson
,
Larry Heard
and
Adonis
, and with the intensity of modern dance,
House Music
takes you back to a more innocent era, but placed within a current context. This album is acid and analog, heavy and melodic, jacking and bass, and with its dark, penetrating male vocals versus some sexy female vocals, is here to make you move and remember the pioneering roots that brought everyone to the dancefloor in the first place. The first track "Everybody" -- driven by a heavy bass line and
Fairlight Orchestra
stabs -- basically encapsulates the spirit of the entire album. "I'll Make You Jack" is a song about dancing, complete with a bass line and drum machine -- reminiscent of the old acid house trax of 1986-1987. All tracks on this album were produced using the type of analog synths and drum machines that defined the original house music -- Roland TR-909, TR-808, TR-707, SH-101, JX-8P, Juno range, and the TB-303 -- paying homage to the Roland Corporation's
Tadao Kikumoto
, the brains behind these now-legendary machines. Ascendent, feverish, classic minimal acid house that loves the past and can't wait for the warehouse revival.
Artist:
KIKUMOTO ALLSTARS
Title:
House Music
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
2x12"
Price:
$20.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 252LP
2x12" version. This is the debut full-length release from Australia's DJ/producer
Cam Farrar
aka
Kikumoto Allstars
. In the spirit of the original Chicago acid house of
Marshall Jefferson
,
Larry Heard
and
Adonis
, and with the intensity of modern dance,
House Music
takes you back to a more innocent era, but placed within a current context. This album is acid and analog, heavy and melodic, jacking and bass, and with its dark, penetrating male vocals versus some sexy female vocals, is here to make you move and remember the pioneering roots that brought everyone to the dancefloor in the first place. The first track "Everybody" -- driven by a heavy bass line and
Fairlight Orchestra
stabs -- basically encapsulates the spirit of the entire album. "I'll Make You Jack" is a song about dancing, complete with a bass line and drum machine -- reminiscent of the old acid house trax of 1986-1987. All tracks on this album were produced using the type of analog synths and drum machines that defined the original house music -- Roland TR-909, TR-808, TR-707, SH-101, JX-8P, Juno range, and the TB-303 -- paying homage to the Roland Corporation's
Tadao Kikumoto
, the brains behind these now-legendary machines. Ascendent, feverish, classic minimal acid house that loves the past and can't wait for the warehouse revival.
Artist:
MAKOSSA & MEGABLAST
Title:
Marrakesh
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 253EP
Makossa & Megablast
let their world travels influence their new sound on
Marrakesh
-- electronic meets world meets dance; with the styles extending over Afro/ethno, house, dub, disco, broken beats, and hip-hop, all with that celebrated analog feel. Each track has an unmistakable flavor of its own, from the exotic melody and cheeky line of "Marrakesh," to the arped-up melancholy of "Juno Ride." The perfect juxtaposition between intelligence and self-irony, judgement and experimentation, self-awareness and downright discovery.
Artist:
SNUFF CREW
Title:
Snuff Crew
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
CD
Price:
$17.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 254CD
This is the debut full-length release from mysterious German collective,
Snuff Crew
. For those familiar with their previous releases on labels such as Playhouse, Hour House Is Your Rush, and of course, Gigolo Records, you will be pleased to know it is business as usual on this album. According to Snuff Crew, if dance music was a building, then the 707 would be one of the principal foundations, having defined a generation of producers from
Marshall Jefferson
to
Aphex Twin
,
Plastikman
to
Phil Collins
,
Daft Punk
to Snuff Crew! Since dance music's inception, acid house, or the house of jack, has spawned a gospel spread by disciples that span generations. The Snuff Crew represent a new generation of "Jackers" that bring a new definition of Chicago house to dancefloors, and with this they join an illustrious list of artists that include
Kikumoto Allstars
,
Andreas Gehm
,
KiNK
and
Neville Watson
. Like these producers, their arsenal is part analog and part digital, using high-tech and up-to-date software to record timeless and irreplaceable hardware such as the 707. Their ideas for music often come from dancing in a club to listening to their favorite DJ sets or radio from Clone and early mixes from WBMX, collecting old Chicago and Italo-disco records, etc., etc. Jackin' trax sit between rougher cuts and even deeper moments, soundtracked by the oh-so-familiar beats of the 707 and the pitched-down vocals of the Snuff Crew. Snuff Crew's production coupled with old skool compression and mastering techniques give us a sonic modulation that makes this album unmistakable. The album opener is "Berghain," the title being a nod to the internationally-acclaimed club in Berlin, Snuff Crew's spiritual home. Other themes range from spreading the Gospel of Jack ("The Mission"), to sex, ("Desire"), freedom ("Free"), the eternal human battle to maintain some sort of say in your own destiny ("Control"), our deepest emotions ("Temple"), or simple excess ("Storm"). But when all this is said and done it is an album about jacking... weird, pure and simple. Featuring guest artist
Rebecca Mellone
.
Artist:
DJ HELL (FEAT. P. DIDDY)
Title:
The DJ (Radio Slave 28:30 Minutes Of A Remix)
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 255EP
This is
Radio Slave
's remix of "The DJ,"
DJ Hell
's unbelievable collab with
P. Diddy
, off of his highly-acclaimed
Teufelswerk
album (GIGOLO 250CD/LP), in two parts.
Artist:
DJ HELL (FEAT. P. DIDDY)
Title:
The DJ 12:1
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 255T-EP
The latest single taken from the much lauded
Teufelswerk
(GIGOLO 250CD/LP) long player sees
DJ Hell
"hooking-up" once more with hip-hop superstar
P. Diddy
for the freestyle jacking "The DJ," a track that sets the techno world straight, sending a very clear message "to the motherfucker plays a 4-minute version." This is part 1 in a series of remix 12"s, with two diverse remixes that take the original vocal as the lead from
Paul Woolford
and
Sis
.
Artist:
DJ HELL (FEAT. P. DIDDY)
Title:
The DJ 12:2
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 255T2-EP
Part 2 of a series of remix 12"s of
DJ Hell
's "The DJ," off of his acclaimed album
Teufelswerk
(GIGOLO 250CD/LP), featuring hip-hop superstar
P. Diddy
. Featuring remix work by
Jay Haze
and
Deetron
.
Artist:
SEI A
Title:
Chinese Whispers
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 256EP
Gigolo presents a bright new star in electronic music,
Andy Graham
aka
Sei A
, from Glasgow. Musical, uncompromising and utterly menacing, but with a maturity akin to artists such as
Bola
or even
Kieran Hebden
, his debut
Editing Shadows
in 2008 won industry-wide acclaim. Artists such as
DJ Hell
,
John Digweed
,
Laurent Garnier
and
Tiga
all predicted his success and pundits include
IDJ
("Album of the Month"),
DJ
,
Mixmag
, Resident Advisor, and numerous others.
Artist:
MODEL, THE
Title:
Vampire Funk EP
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 257EP
The Model
has attempted to engineer his own genre: dark-techno-baroque. Set against a backdrop of refined charm, there's something dark and brutal about "In The Night" -- poppy, but with haunting vocals underpinned by a driving techno rhythm. "Flex" is a pounding track that could have been played by
Daft Punk
in '96 and will find a home with a diverse selection of DJs. The
Vampire Funk
EP delves deeper into The Model's dark side and stirs the blood.
Artist:
KRUDER, PETER
Title:
Hard To Find
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 259EP
Peter Kruder
presents two tracks from his arsenal of techno and house dancefloor bombs with
Hard To Find
. The title track is influenced by Detroit techno circa the age of
UR
to North African hooks. The filter sweep, which serves as the drop/break, is a master-class in restrained modulation. "25 West 38th St." opens with the sound of ocean air, swiftly diving into a bass-driven groove, lush strings and a piano-led top-line -- rhythmic and atmospheric.
Artist:
DJ HELL (FEAT. BRYAN FERRY)
Title:
U Can Dance
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
7"
Price:
$10.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 260EP
It was only a matter of time. Two genre-defining artists together... pop music and dance music's most famous arbiters of taste, collaborating at last.
DJ Hell
's "U Can Dance" is an interpretation of an unreleased
Bryan Ferry
song, but it's one that reflects a perfect melding of two distinct personalities. The track is a serpentine
Moroder
-esque disco burner, with typically assured vocals by Ferry -- featured here in a radio edit and a 7" edit by
Kikumoto Allstars
.
Artist:
DJ HELL (FEAT. BRYAN FERRY)
Title:
U Can Dance 1
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 260T1-EP
Part 1 of 3 in a series of 12"s featuring a collaboration between
DJ Hell
and pop legend
Bryan Ferry
, "U Can Dance." Includes the album version, plus a remix by
Carl Craig
.
Artist:
DJ HELL (FEAT. BRYAN FERRY)
Title:
U Can Dance 2
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 260T2-EP
Part 2 of 3 in a series of 12"s featuring a collaboration between
DJ Hell
and pop legend
Bryan Ferry
, "U Can Dance." Includes remixes by
Tim Goldsworthy
and
Carl Craig
.
Artist:
DJ HELL (FEAT. BRYAN FERRY)
Title:
U Can Dance 3
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 260T3-EP
Part 3 of 3 in a series of 12"s featuring a collaboration between
DJ Hell
and pop legend
Bryan Ferry
, "U Can Dance." Includes an instrumental version and a remix by
Simian Mobile Disco
.
Artist:
TON, OLIVER
Title:
Hasta El Fin
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 262EP
Oliver Ton
and production partner
Ronald Christoph
have captured something unique-sounding with a dance record built largely around a vocal, guitar and piano performance. It was immediately signed to White Records and label-owner
DJ Hell
, an early supporter of both the record and label was smitten, personally requesting the license for Gigolo. He approached
Tony Lionni
for a remix, who took the vocal hook and layered it over a tough piano stab and Italo-style disco rhythms.
Artist:
SNUFF CREW
Title:
More Fun
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 264EP
Snuff Crew
presents a taster of new demos, most of which have found a place in
DJ Hell
's DJ sets. New vs. old, analog vs. digital, Chi-town takes on Berlin, bring it on! With this in mind, let's meet "More Fun" & "I Like Your Body," two tracks that have been tried and tested at some of the best clubs in the world and made specifically to detonate a dancefloor near you.
Artist:
HARD TON
Title:
Earth Quake
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 265EP
Earth Quake
is
Hard Ton
's debut EP for Gigolo Records. What would happen if
Divine
had been captured by disco aliens and later beamed back to modern-day Italy? The answer is closer than you think. With a body reminiscent of
John Waters
' muse, and a voice that confidently rivals
Sylvester
's falsettos, Hard Ton hops between accelerated beats and shameless acid sounds. Hard Ton is
Giorgio Moroder
's low-fat grooves model, with all points colliding into a heavy-weight, Chicago-sound, disco queen machine.
Artist:
PSYCHONAUTS (FEAT. SAM LYNHAM)
Title:
Take Control
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 266EP
Gigolo presents the closing track from the highly-lauded 2003
Psychonauts
album,
Songs For Creatures
. One of the most inspiring albums in dance music,
Paul
and
Pablo
had
Sam Lynham
in mind when they set out to write it. As the writer and vocalist for the band
Gramme
, Sam was at the forefront of the late-'90s post-punk revival. Samples, synths and
Dave Bateman
's bass and weird atmospheric noises make this a constantly-evolving, genre-defining piece of music.
Artist:
DJ HELL
Title:
International Deejay Gigolos CD Twelve
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
3CD
Price:
$20.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 268CD
This is the 12th installment in
DJ Hell
's much lauded and highly-anticipated annual selection of material from Gigolo artists, new and old. Thirty-one tracks, 17 exclusive and unreleased, 3 CDs, this is
CD Twelve
. This year, Hell has two themes, one is house music and the other is Vienna, both of which have contributed dramatically to the output from both DJ Hell and International Deejay Gigolo Records. The most obvious evidence for this statement is the critically and commercially successful
Teufelswerk
album from Hell. Mostly produced in Vienna by Hell and
Peter Kruder
,
Christian Prommer
and
Roberto Di Gioia
, the album reflects Hell's history and affinity with electronic music, providing some of the most memorable house moments of recent times and a lot of the label's output. Christian and Hell soon identified an affinity with each other's sound and chose to collaborate more on both co-productions and remixes. On
CD Twelve
you will find one of their first outings, which is Hell's remix of
Peaches
. As yet only released as a 12", this monster remix is one of 17 exclusive tracks on
CD Twelve
. Other artists that feature on this compilation include
Makossa And Megablast
, who presented a sublime 12" for Gigolo in 2009 and have returned with "Soy Como Soy" (feat.
Cleydys Villalon
). Three new talents
Skwerl
,
Ken Haywakawa
and
Crazy Sonic
present their debut releases for Gigolo, and
Diskokaine
presents an unreleased
Skatebård
remix of "Hall Of Shame." Kick-starting the compilation is
David Keno
's cover of
Chic
's "Upside Down" which is a statement in itself. Known more for his "big-on-the-blogs" alter ego
Riva Starr
, this cover is not only much more reserved in its sound, but it is undoubtedly a potential house classic. Following immediately with a classic house sound is
DJ Linus
' "Are You Ready?," already a firm favorite. Next up is the infamous, and until-now impossible-to-get-a-hold-of
Soulwax
re-edit of
Walter Murphy
's "A Fifth Of Beethoven." For those in the know, this has been a staple of many DJs across the world since its original form in the '70s, based around one of Vienna's most important musical exports. The 2nd CD kicks off with
Nick Coleman
's "This City I Love," a firm favorite with DJs everywhere, and
G Man vs. Kusserow
presents some straight-up house music. On the 3rd CD, we find the track "House Music" by
Kikumoto Allstars
, which was featured heavily on BBC Radio 1, as well as
Hard Ton
's "Forever No More."
CD Twelve
is one of Gigolo's most ambitious compilations to date, sculpted around a concept that will most certainly continue to shape the label's incredible future. Other artists include:
Fagget Fairys
,
Snuff Crew
,
Psychonauts
,
Sam Lynham
,
Naum Gabo
,
Axel Boman
,
Oliver Ton and Ronald Christoph
,
Uemit Uergen
,
Vinyl Life
,
UHU
,
Ivano Coppola
,
Sei A
,
Herman Schwartz
,
Oliver Ton
,
Idvet
,
Tony Lionni
,
Bryan Ferry
,
Mugwump
,
Lenoir & Meriton
,
Henrik Schwarz
,
Anthony Rother
, and
Minitel Rose
.
Artist:
VA
Title:
International Deejay Gigolos CD Twelve Part One
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 269EP
This is the 12th installment in
DJ Hell
's much lauded and highly-anticipated annual selection of material from Gigolo artists, new and old. For this volume, Hell has two themes -- one is house music, the other is Vienna.
Makossa & Megablast
presented a sublime 12" for Gigolo in 2009 and have returned with "Soy Como Soy" (feat.
Cleydys Villalon
).
Diskokaine
presents an unreleased
Skatebård
remix which epitomizes the new sound of Austria.
Artist:
DJ HELL
Title:
Teufelswerk House Remixes
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
CD
Price:
$17.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 270CD
Remixes from
Hell
's multi-selling masterpiece
Teufelswerk
(GIGOLO 250CD/LP) by all the hot names in the scene. It's been 25 years since
Helmut Geier
alias DJ Hell set the needle on a house track. He's been DJing house and techno in all shapes and colors ever since. It's been nearly 20 years that he released his first 12"
My Definition Of House
. And he launched his own imprint International Deejay Gigolos Empire 15 years ago. Time to celebrate. Time for a massive world-tour. DJ Hell represents house from Germany like no one else. He made a case for Chicago house early on in his career by playing it obsessively in his DJ sets. Amid brand new tracks, he released long-lost classics by
Bobby Konders
and
DJ Pierre
on Gigolo Records. Just in time, house is experiencing a new high. Naturally, Hell is no purist when it comes to house music. He has covered lots of ground when it comes to electronic dance music, making records with
P. Diddy
,
Grace Jones
and
Bryan Ferry
. He has compiled two brilliant CDs full of German new wave, and of course, he knows of the influence that
Kraftwerk
and the disco sound of Munich, his hometown, has had on house and techno. His music and DJ sets all reflect this knowledge. Most importantly: he knows how to rock a party. A DJ does not only celebrate himself, he celebrates the artists he respects. So it's fitting that in tandem with the tour, there is the release of 35
Teufelswerk
remixes from artists handpicked by Hell, chopped up in three big chunks. The first portion is called
House Remixes
and there will be a party in Berlin's legendary Tresor Club to celebrate its release. Artists include:
Toni Lionni
,
Deniz Kurtel & Wolf+Lamb
,
Peter Kruder
,
Zander VT
,
Ian Pooley
,
Andre Lodemann
,
Axel Boman
,
DJ Glen
and
Solomun
.
Artist:
VA
Title:
International Deejay Gigolos CD Twelve Part Two
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 271EP
This is the 12th installment in
DJ Hell
's annual selection of material from Gigolo artists, new and old. Part two of the vinyl 12"s kicks off with
Nick Coleman
's "This City I Love," a firm favorite with DJs such as
Luke Solomon
,
Sian
, and
Timo Maas
. The classic house sound of
DJ Linus
' "Are You Ready?" has garnered fans from
Brodinski
to
Matthew Dear
, and
Herman Schwartz
presents a track firmly inspired by
Farley Funkin Keith
's "I Need A Friend."
Artist:
SKWERL
Title:
Best I Can Do
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 272EP
Skwerl
's "Best I Can Do" features
Paul Randolph
on vocals, and it was inspired by an enduring passion for Chicago/Detroit old school house. The genesis for this track can almost be traced to the first time Skwerl heard Paul Randolph on
Carl Craig
's cover of
The Stylistics
' "People Make The World Go Round." Mr. Randolph is a vocalist who delivers from within the deepest, realest and most honest corners of a man's soul.
Artist:
FAGGET FAIRYS
Title:
Feed The Horse: DJ Hell Remix 2010
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 273EP
Fagget Fairys
hail from Denmark, a female DJ/production duo whose unique take on urban and electronic music comes from their work as artists, their experiences as fashion models and their inspired lives in India training as body coaches.
DJ Hell
first came across "Feed The Horse" while preparing his musical mix for the Michalsky 2010 spring/summer show. Needless to say, it was love at first sight -- he immediately remixed and licensed the song to International Dee Jay Gigolo Records.
Artist:
KIERAN, PHIL
Title:
Love Wish
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 276EP
Gigolo Records release two killer cuts from the prolific and legendary
Phil Kieran
. "Love Wish" sounds like a lost techno lament to an erstwhile sound that could only come from a producer with experience. Never showy, the track builds carefully, introducing strings at the final pay-off. On the B-side is the amazing "Odd Ball," again a master-class in reserved arrangements that holds the dancefloor solidly, delivering subtle yet powerful pay-offs at every turn. Truly mind-affirming techno for the body!
Artist:
PROMMER & BARCK
Title:
The Barking Grizzle
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 277EP
Christian Prommer
and
Alexander Barck
join forces to produce a journey to the roots of their past productions and a look into their vision of eclectic club music; deep Kraut music from Berlin via Chicago, Köln, Detroit and Munich. "The Barking Grizzle (Detroit/Berlin)" is very much a call and response to the environment of today's dance music. It should be no surprise that
DJ Hell
should jump all over this for an extended club remix.
Artist:
RAMPA & RE.YOU
Title:
Feet
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 279EP
Gigolo welcomes
Rampa & Re.You
aboard with a double-whammy -- two beastly tracks designed to suck you onto the dancefloor. Rampa is best known for his past solo releases on Rebirth and Keinemusik, Re.You is known for his affiliation with the Souvenir label, and these two Berliner producers teamed up for their first collaboration in 2010, a single-sided 12". Raw, shuffling house beats that nod to warehouse classics with a contemporary edge.
Artist:
MAKOSSA & MEGABLAST
Title:
Soy Como Soy Remixes
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 280EP
"Soy Como Soy" was one of the standout tracks from
International Deejay Gigolos CD Twelve
(GIGOLO 268CD) compilation, with
Makossa & Megablast
representing what
DJ Hell
calls "the new sound of Austria." Now Hell has invited two influential DJ/producers to bring M&M's hypnotic workout (and the voice of featured singer
Cleydys Villalon
) into new contexts. On the flip, Cadenza label owner
Luciano
offers more synthetic sounds in contrast to the acoustic timbres of the original (and
Koze
's rework).
Artist:
GILLA
Title:
Der Strom Der Zeit (DJ Hell Extended Club Mix 2011)
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 281EP
"'Der Strom Der Zeit' is quite a brilliant B-side by Austria's
Donna Summer
, produced by the ingenious
Frank Farian
. This is an emotional German disco hit that hits you in the guts. I had total respect for
Gilla
when I was a kid." --
DJ HELL
Artist:
DJ HELL
Title:
The Disaster (Thomas Schumacher Remix 2009)
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO XXX
One-sided release. In the wake of the unanimously-received
Teufelswerk
(GIGOLO 250CD/LP) album,
DJ Hell
sets his sight on a forthcoming remix album. In 2008, DJ Hell started to reach out to the crème de la crème of producers to handle his tracks, and the first comes courtesy of
Thomas Schumacher
, "The Disaster."
Artist:
FISCHERSPOONER
Title:
Emerge
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$8.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 061EP
2-track 12" version, with the single version of "Emerge" and the Adult remix. Additional mixes will appear on vinyl as GIGOLO 76.
Artist:
MOSCATELLO, FILIPPO NAUGHTY
Title:
Disco Volante
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
2LP
Price:
$16.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 065LP
Double vinyl version. "Mister Moscatello grew up in the south German city of Ulm and can be called a founding member of Gigolo Records. Actually, it was his track 'Boing Bumm Tschag' (with David Carretta's Innerwood), that made Hell start his label 5 years ago. And DJ Naughty came up with more special Gigolo-input, like his anthem Gigolo-Style on his next EP (Gigolo 07) or 'All the Boys Look Superchic' on his G3 EP (Gigolo 15). Lyrically and musically he defined what this Gigolo-thing is about in modern dance-music. But Naughty has also a history before Gigolo, as he released on Ferox, Hybrid and Proper and he was throwing parties in his hometown where he also met DJ Hell. And this ended up not only in his releases on Gigolo, but also in some co-production work for several Hell releases, also for Hell's worldwide respected 2nd album
Munich Machine
. After a period of remixes for different labels, DJ-sets around the globe and a residency at the famous Munich club Ultraschall, Naughty got back to his studios to redefine his sound, putting special emphasis on more house-orientated music. A new passion started and after 2 years, at the end of 2000, he presented with the
Disco Volante
EP on Gigolo a first taste of the new Naughty-style. Now we have his first full-length statement, the
Disco Volante
LP, an album recorded with real bass-, keyboard- and guitar-players and different guest vocalists, among others Sabrynaah Pope, who worked already with DJ Pierre or Kings Of Tomorrow. This album travels between jackin' house, deep house, gospel-soul, garage and more, somehow united and filled with this unique FNM-style."
Artist:
TAMPOPO
Title:
Sumo Da House
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$8.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 071EP
"After one Track on the Coletiva de Gigolos EP (GIGOLO 23 & CD3) and on Compilation CD4 (GIGOLO 40) Gigolo's french Tec-House section Tampopo comes with his first EP. Jack it out!"
Artist:
PLASTIQUE DE REVE
Title:
Untitled
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$10.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 091EP
"The second Gigolo-EP of this act from Geneva. Side A with a super-funky-new-millennium-rodeo-hymn, side B with two highest energy versions of the Electronic Ensemble classic 'It happened then'."
Artist:
MATISKE, MARTIN
Title:
Stars & Galaxy EP
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$8.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 097EP
"Living in Munich, Martin Matiske grew up with traditional Bavarian 'Blasmusik' like the famous 'Zillertaler Schürzenjäger'. He was quickly influenced by two groups, the first being `Kraftwerk` and the second Gigolo's `Dopplereffekt`. His first taste of the music scene came after seeing Hell on MTV during the Love Parade, he loved it, and decided to visit Hell at his Munich office. At just 11years old, Martin came armed with his own mix tape, and Hell was more than impressed. They maintained a strong contact through the years and Hell gave him his music advice. Not a big fan of the 80`s `Electro sound`, Martin decided not to play this sound in his DJ sets, preferring a more pure and real sound. His sets consist of a wide spectrum of different musical styles from Old Disco or Minimal Techno to Classic House music. Often finding it hard to buy good records he prefers to produce the sounds the way he likes it...unfortunately due to his young age, his deejaying is restricted, so you have to catch him before 10pm... His first track 56cars is out on gigolo soon, it`s a cool mixture of 80`s electro breakdance music."
Artist:
TWINS, THE
Title:
Face To Face
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$8.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 098EP
"After having published 'Face to Face' on the latest breathtaking
Gigolo Compilation CD 6
and after having disappeared from the music business over years, The Twins now present their great Italo-Disco hit re-recorded plus a special remix version by Naughty on Gigolo Records. In the 80s the Berlin Synthypop-Duo Ronny Schreinzer and Sven Dohrow was widely successful, hundred thousands of records haven been sold. 1983, with 'Face To Face' they had their great breakthrough -- in Italy the song was number two of the Top Ten. More hits like 'Not The Loving Kind' followed and found their place not only among the Italian, French and Spanish charts but also in the Australian ones. "
Artist:
WILLS, MICK
Title:
Monster EP
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$10.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 112EP
"Mick Wills does it again. After his first single on Gigolo in 2001, he brings us a brand new smasher:
Monster EP
is coming directly from the Motorcity Stuttgart. It's definitely the next soundtrack of the night you won't forget and it proves once again Micks philosophy of authentic techno, using a 4/4 bass drum and a straight bass line. Besides producing highly danceable tunes, Mick is collecting all kinds of music styles except folk music and he is also well known for organizing cool parties since 1991."
Artist:
PSYCHONAUTS
Title:
Wild In Your Eyes
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$10.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 114EP
"The Psychonauts are producers of pulsing electronic funk, lush pastoral pop, cinematic disco funk and more. The mix is so mellow and richly instrumented that you never know where the samples stop and musicians start as the organic and the electronic become perfect bedfellows. Prepare to be dazzled."
Artist:
TERRANOVA PRESENTS THE COSMONAUTS OF INNERSPACE AKA FETISCH
Title:
I'm Allergic + Remixes
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$9.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 123EP
"Fetisch puts together the Cosmonauts Of Innerspace with the intention of releasing with them a self-titled LP on Gigolo. On this Terranova-project Fetisch works with special guests like Ari Up from the Slits, the stepdaughter of Johnny Rotten. He stands right at the epicenter, plays with Reggae, Hip Hop, Blues, Punk and Elektronika, covers Bob Marley and blasts Rocker-Guitar-Riffs as if there's no tomorrow. Terranova statements are absolute... And hit the center of zeitgeist."
Artist:
DJ HELL FEAT. ALAN VEGA
Title:
Listen to the Hiss - The final mixes by Peter Kruder
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$11.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 124BEP
"After the successful release of Hell's 'Listen to the Hiss' follows a wonderful fusion between dynamically demanding Hell stuff and the fine interwoven sound structures of Peter Kruder. While Hell is hearing hisses Kruder means two directions of straight lined rhythms and experimental music called waltz and jazz, embedded in typical Kruder mix stories. The result is a very multilateral remix of different sides of story 'Hell and Kruder'."
Artist:
STERIL
Title:
A Day At The Races
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$10.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 128EP
"The sound of these four tracks bruits into space entrobically. A perfect liaison of Japanese phonetics and occidental vibrations. A soundtrack for a movie that was never made. Be sure to listen to those great vocals by Sue-M from Tokyo."
Artist:
MOUNT SIMS
Title:
No Yellow Lines/Restless
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$11.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 135EP
"His first release
Ultra Sex
was recorded in a 3 by 6 ft closet with in a period of a year. After hearing the 80 songs that he had composed in this period, DJ Hell was quick to take Matt under his wing and welcome him to International DeeJay Gigolo, the German avant garde recording label responsible for such artists as Miss Kitten, Vitalic, Savas Pascalidis, Chris Korda, Fischerspooner."
Artist:
TIEFSCHWARZ & ERIC D'CLARK
Title:
Blow
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$10.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 137EP
"The Schwarz-brothers, men of the moment and responsible for the über-hits like Spektrum´s 'Kinda New' Remix (on Playhouse) and the stunning 'Sister Saviour' (on Output) remix they did for The Rapture a while ago, now back on deck with a new masterpiece on DJ Hell´s very own Gigolo label. 'Blow' -- taken from Four Music's
Fun
compilation comes along with a new ass-kickin dub-mix the boys especially did for Gigolo."
Artist:
DJ HELL
Title:
Je Regrette Everything
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$11.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 140EP
"'Je Regrette'' is one of the most memorable tracks of Hell's
NY Muscle
album. Now there are new remix versions. The original track features the powerful vocals of Billie Ray Martin. Martin was formerly the voice of Electribe 101. For this 12" Hell called on the services of two of the most successful remixers of the moment. Superpitcher has turned out a kicking mix of the Hell track. Jesper Dahlbäck is one of Sweden's best known electro producers. The dark acid electro sounds of his mix fit perfectly with Billie Ray Martin's resolute vocal."
Artist:
PLAY PAUL
Title:
Love Song
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$10.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 141EP
"Paul de Homem-Christo is the young brother of Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo, member of Daft Punk. All of his original tracks have been released on Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo's label Crydamoure and Roulé (the label of Daft Punk's Thomas Bangalter). Those two record companies are among the most selling house music labels worldwide nowadays. Play Paul has also signed a brand new 'Hooligan-House' project Syndicated People on one of the best U.K. house labels, Defected. Play Paul and The Buffalo Bunch are well known and recognized producers (and remixers) in the international house scene."
Artist:
DJ HELL
Title:
Let No Man Jack
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$11.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 144EP
Remixes by Dave Clark & Busy P. "'Let No Man Jack' was that great dynamic track on DJ Hell's last year's sensational album
NY Muscle
which is since then regarded as the great take-over of New York. Now the remixes from no other than Dave Clark and the French producer Busy P Stotter follow Hell's taste of dark, decadent and sexy sounds with passionate blood. And all dark levels are in line with your sexual appetite -- always keep in mind: let no man jack!"
Artist:
P.O.D.
Title:
Will You Be Special
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$10.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 146EP
"As one of the most successful producers'n'remixers'n'DJs Tommie Sunshine very kindly favoured Gigolo Records with an awesome Remix of P.O.D.'s 'Will You'. He just knew perfectly how to handle this piece of crossover-hardcore-pop to change it into something new, something better, and something danceable. Tommie succeeds in expelling the bad and evil out of these mean villains of P.O.D. -- just by making 'Will You' a dance floor killer. What you get is a fine example of a DJ's take-over of rock music."
Artist:
KIKO
Title:
Jack the Box
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$10.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 147EP
"The French Gigolo invasion continues with new label artist Kiko presenting his latest single. Following so many great French producers like David Carretta or The Hacker it was only a matter of time until Kiko found his way into Hell's family. His unique hypnotic, minimalist style makes Kiko a prominent figure and one of the dark lords of the French electro scene. He is the new French producer superstar with releases of Goodlife Records, Hot Banana Records and Turbo Records."
Artist:
DJ HELL
Title:
My Definition Of House V1
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$10.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 148EP
Tracks selected by Hell, from Eric Pryda and Johnny Dangerous. "Having done his workout in the gym, he is ready for Gigolo. Here Swedish producer Prydz comes along with legendary House/RB vocalist Adeva. She is well known for her commanding diva vamps of ten being called the true follow-up to Grace Jones. On AA-Side we got Johnny Dangerous showing us his unique style of gay club music with New York flavour and special oldschool programming. Self proclaimed the 'homo hip-hop head of controversy' this Minneapolis born and Chicago based emcee is taking names and throwing verbal blows unlike any other."
Artist:
XLOVER
Title:
So Blue
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$10.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 149EP
"'So Blue' is quite simply one of the most beautiful love songs ever written and an absolutely perfect introduction to the world of XLover. 'So Blue' is XLover's debut release on International Deejay Gigolo Records. This hot new act will follow this single with their innovative debut album
Pleasure and Romance
. The music is anthemic melancholy synth-pop. Minimalist synths vibrate throughout the tune while the rhythms are downbeat but firm. Gliding string arrangements accentuate the delicate production."
Artist:
HUNTEMANN
Title:
Sweet Sensations
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$11.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 153EP
"
Sweet Sensations
is a massive record. It has all the necessary components for a great dancing Gigolo hit. The sounds consist of a piercing synth melody, a hard flat kick drum, funky hi-hat and a menacing metallic bass groove. As a record it is everything one wants when in the dance floor zone. The groove is simply irresistible and sure to make it a club smash. Computer electronics tinkle over the intro of B-side 'Femme Fatale.' But when the grinding bass line kicks in it proves to be just as strong a track as 'Sweet Sensation.' The tune has something of a
Beverly Hills Cop
theme feel to it."
Artist:
FISCHERSPOONER
Title:
Just Let Go-- The Remixes
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$10.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 161EP
"Fischerspooner is Warren Fischer and Casey Spooner. The groundbreaking New York art-pop duo shot to fame with their 2001 debut album on Gigolo -- a defining moment in electro-clash. Now the pioneers are back where they started with another massive new single for Gigolo Records proving you can survive the hype. M.A.N.D.Y. take on the remixing duties on the A-side. This mix is a Gigolo exclusive -- only available on this 12" release. The B-side mix is from electronic rock 'N roller Tommie Sunshine."
Artist:
WILLS, MICK
Title:
War of the Nations
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$10.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 162EP
"With 'War of the Nations' being Mick Wills' third twelve inch release on International Deejay Gigolo Records, he is already something of a Gigolo regular. Mick has a long history as a party promoter in Germany. Indeed, it was through booking Hell to play at his night that the two first came into contact. Hell was so impressed by Mick's own mixing that he returned the gesture and asked his to play at Munich's Ultraschall."
Artist:
KIKO
Title:
Kiko & Ginpo's Good Sluts Factory
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$10.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 164EP
"Since his debut in '92, Kiko has come to be considered as one of the most influential players on the French techno scene. 'Good Sluts Factory' is a fresh new track. Guest star Naommon's distinctive voice is growling in his low vocal tone. The 'Let It Cia Mix' on A-side is definitely a erotic and sensual tune. It has everything a stomping 12" should -- tinkling minimal electronics, a throbbing bass groove and kicking beats. It's mechanically sexy."
Artist:
MATISKE, MARTIN
Title:
Blackout EP
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$11.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 165EP
"Gigolo's prodigal son comes of age. Bavarian Martin Matiske who started his career as DJ and producer at the tender age of 11, is now back for his second 12" on International Deejay Gigolos. The
Blackout EP
will have you running for cover. Title track 'Blackout' is a no-holds-barred electro romp. It is the newest production from the youngest DJ ever. He was only 11 years old when he was discovered by Hell in Munich. Martin already had one highly successful release in 2002,
Stars & Galaxy
" on Gigolo.
Artist:
XLOVER
Title:
Lovesucker
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$11.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 167EP
"The new Gigolo electro-rock sensation XLover is coming back with a new EP taking from their latest
Pleasure And Romance
album, already praised by the critics as one of the most original rock albums of the year. The Glimmers couldn't stay aside watching this new band taking over the music scene and eventually over the world without showing their talent in minimal techno!"
Artist:
DJ HELL
Title:
Tragic Picture Show
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
7"
Price:
$8.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 168EP
"Get this limited edition 7" single while you can. The celebration is complete with this fantastic alternative version of 'Tragic Picture Show.'"
Artist:
JOR-EL
Title:
Space Tracks
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$10.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 169EP
"International Deejay Gigolos spreads its global reach north to Scandinavia, namely to Sweden. With
Space Tracks
Jor-El (a.k.a Joel Alter) is welcomed to the Gigolo massive. Jor-El started as a drum and bass DJ and has gone on to develop his own style of futurist electro-funk. Jor-El was inspired by early '90s rave-parties in Sweden and has played in various live bands (Special Forces, Electroforce). With this his debut for Gigolo Records he has produced wide tunes with mass appeal."
Artist:
SAN, SEBASTIEN
Title:
Wuxia
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$11.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 173EP
"Enter the Gigolo! International Deejay Gigolo Records is proud to present hot new act Sebastien San. Sebastien, like his mentor DJ Hell, worked in his youth in a record store in order to get his hands on all the great records coming out at the time. This is the debut release from the young Frenchman. And what a discovery Hell has made; 'Wuxia' by Sebastien San is without doubt a fresh-sounding late summer hit."
Artist:
DJ HELL
Title:
My Definition of House Vol. 2
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$10.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 175EP
2nd volume in the DJ Hell Presents: My Definition of House series. "For the A-side Hell decided to come back to the early and glorious days of house music, with Mike Perras' sought after track 'The Beginning Of Life,' originally released in 1991 on Bassic Records (later as well on Nu Groove). The B-side is a special track that reveals to us the dark side of house music. 'Rise From Your Grave' was originally released on the pioneering Strictly Rhythm label. The legendary trio called Phuture, originally composed of DJ Pierre, Spanky and Herb J, only released a handful of tracks in the mid-eighties that gave house music a broader definition and a new orientation."
Artist:
POPOVICIU, MIHAI
Title:
Tales from the Moon
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$10.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 176EP
"Mihai Popoviciu first hit the scene earlier this year with his cheeky tune 'Sexy Suspender' on the last Gigolo compilation. Indeed, the Romanian was a real find as this 12" goes to prove; it's a massive record with four great new original tunes.
Tales from the Moon
is a quality 12". Just right for the hot late summer club scene. Mihai Popoviciu has the Balkan beats and the vision to produce blinding futurist sounds. This record has everything."
Artist:
DIDDY/FELIX DA HOUSECAT
Title:
Jack U
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$11.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 177EP
"Our Gigolo rapper de luxe Diddy is coming back on the scene with a new killer track called 'Jack U' produced with the electro-house master Felix Da Housecat, so get ready for rage on the dancefloor. This is the perfect combination between the dark and sensual voice of USA's 5 stars-rated hip-hop hero Diddy and the raw house sound of Felix, which stands out because of the peculiar dark atmosphere he created for this EP."
Artist:
TRIKE
Title:
Polytron 06
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$10.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 178EP
"Berlin resident Trike (real name Steve Bederski) is no newcomer to International Deejay Gigolos. He has already had two previous 12"s on Gigolo; Polytron (Gigolo 26) and Country 3000 (Gigolo 43), as well as on acclaimed electronic music labels such as Bpitch Control and Sender. Trike is active as a DJ and appears regularly for the repeatrepeat/Fein Raus crew at NBI. 'Talk Back' by Trike is another wide Gigolo 12". Serge Santiago proves that, contrary to popular teachings, sometimes its right to 'Talk Back' to your elders: his mix is the perfect answer to Trike's kicking original."
Artist:
FIXMER, TERENCE
Title:
I Swear/Resistance
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$10.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 179EP
"Terence Fixmer is back for his new fourth release on International Deejay Gigolo Records. Join Gigolo global resistance this autumn with this massive 12" from Terence Fixmer. Fixmer is currently collaborating on new material with David McCarthy from Nitzer Ebb and a full length album is expected on Gigolo late 2005. After such fine releases as
Electric Vision
and the album
Muscle Machine
,
I Swear/Resistance
is another excellent Fixmer addition to the Gigolo catalogue."
Artist:
HELL
Title:
The Final Countdown
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$10.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 181EP
"DJ Hell's latest release
NY Muscle
gets a new remix treatment by the hottest producers of the year! Dominik Eulberg remixed the minimal bomb 'Follow You,' giving to this track a dose of speed with his minimal techno rhythms that make your body bounce frenetically, without losing its melodic charm. This extended version of eleven minutes is a real pleasure for all the lovers of crescendos and rhythm graduations, like his previous remixes of Roman Flügel's 'Geht's Noch' and of Tiefschwarz's 'Issst.' Minimal techno at its best."
Artist:
UHU
Title:
Constellation Mixes
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$10.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 183EP
"When you think of the future, what do you imagine? For UHU, our future is meant to bring the rise and the triumph of the machines over mankind. We will have a fully automatized style of living, and robots will think for us. This vision, dreamy for some people and nightmarish for others, has been specially put into music for Gigolo Records."
Artist:
DJ HELL
Title:
My Definition of House pt. 3
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$11.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 186EP
Third great volume in this series. The first track by 33 1/3 Queen is an old Guy Called Gerald track from 1988. "With this the 3rd installment of Hell's
My Definition Of House
12" series, two new massive Gigolo old-school tracks are resurrected for the pleasure of a modern listening public. This time the blasts from the past are 'Searchin'' by 33 1/3 Queen and Earth People's 'Reach Up To Mars.' There's a fine line between classic and dated. Hell knows this well and selects only for his series 12" 'My Definition Of House' which were groundbreaking when they first appeared and still sound hot to twenty-first century ears. So keep your mind and ears open, for you never know what Hell will dig up from the basement next."
Artist:
G.RIZO
Title:
Eye Wanna C U
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$10.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 187EP
"Thoroughly proved she's a one woman kamikaze -- a commanding presence, G.Rizo brings a delivery that is raw, bold and soulful. 'Eye Wanna C U' is a fresh slice of New York minimal post-punk. G.Rizo's voice has that sexy twang reminding one of early Peaches. Interpreting dance music with a freestyle, pop-tastic flair, ranging in style from electro, disco, techno, dub and R'n'B, one thing's for sure: when she gets on the mic, it's bound to be funky!!"
Artist:
FIXMER, TERENCE
Title:
Silence Control A
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$11.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 189EP
"
Silence Control A
the 12" gathers 4 tracks of raw techno power. 'Inside One' sets the dark mood of the EP with its furious basslines and its raw drumline. In the second track called 'Far Away,' Terence managed to blend all his early musical influences and his passion for a rough and dirty techno sound. 'Running After Time' contrasts with the other tracks because of the high-pitched sounds Terence used, while keeping that dark energy present in the album. 'Raw Power' is like a shout to set ourselves free with the music, a state of mind common to all EBM and hard-techno lovers. This is the promised raw techno power and sounds like you are trapped in the belly of a gigantic monster-machine!"
Artist:
HELL
Title:
Fun Boy 3
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$11.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 191EP
"Here's a must-have 12", if ever there was one. Two new tracks from Hell (the first of which is previously unreleased), the mastermind and visionary behind acclaimed electronic label International DJ Gigolos. With the A-side title Hell pays tribute to The Fun Boy Three which Terry Hall, Lynval Golding and Neville Staple formed after The Specials disbanded in 1981. 'Fun Boy 3' is a funky upbeat acid electro number. If anybody should know what it takes to get people dancing, then it must be Hell -- he's learned enough over his many years on the world club circuit."
Artist:
MASSTYK
Title:
Dis Era/Mira
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$10.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 194EP
"This could be the dawning of the era of the Romanian Gigolo. Following the likes of The Model (fellow Romanian and close friend of Masstyk), Mihai Popoviciu and -=UHU=- the great East Block Gigolo invasion continues with Masstyk. He made his Gigolo debut with the sensational 'Dis Era,' the penultimate track on International Deejay Gigolos compilation CD Nine selected by DJ Hell. Now this superb tune is presented for the very first time on 12" vinyl format together with another great Masstyk original song 'Mira.' Masstyk has been listening to electronic music and learning from it since 1995 and is an avid collector of music."
Artist:
ACTIVATOR, THE
Title:
Softcurls Activator EP
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$10.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 195EP
"Sharif Zawideh aka The Activator is a true linchpin of the Detroit underground. Before producing music, Sharif's participation in Detroit's early rave scene during the early 1990s led him to organize loft parties & DJing. 'All Kinds Of Motherfuckers' on the A-side is a monster jacking number. Clocking in at a colossal 11 minutes 54 seconds. The B-side features three shorter but equally interesting tracks 'Another Thing Is (America Is the Bomb),' 'Escape From Detroit' and 'Doctor Gato (Plus 4 Reasons).' This is powerful music which will work well in the club and is an important addition to the ever expanding Gigolo catalog."
Artist:
GORMAN, KEVIN
Title:
DMX
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$11.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 202EP
"The northern English city of Manchester has produced such great names as The Fall, The Stone Roses and New Order. So it's about time that the capital of the north delivered a Gigolo too. And Kevin Gorman is that man; an electronic music producer, DJ and owner of label Mikrowave. Both his first and second releases on Mikrowave have also been licensed to compilations by Deepgroove and Jeff Bennett, respectively."
Artist:
ROK & MIJK
Title:
Jack Your Ass
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$11.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 205EP
"You can always count on Gigolo to supply the jackin'-est tracks. The production team of Rok and Mijk Van Dijk is a match made in heaven. Both these guys have been on the scene long enough to know how to 'Jack Your Ass' in style. 'Jack Your Ass' is an infectious jackin' piece with strong remixes by each Rok & Mijk, where old school goes future school."
Artist:
PHOBIA
Title:
Phobia
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$11.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 213EP
Reissue of 1991 tracks by Phobia (Pink Elln, plus Atom Heart co-production). With new DJ Hell remix. "Phobia was one of the very first tracks to influence trance producers and it still sounds as fresh today as it did when first released in '91 on Cyclotron/Rising High Records. Tobias Freund aka Phobia started on EXperimental Recordings in 1980 and worked as a sound engineer at far music studios. He has remixed Villalobos, Chica & The Folder and Dakar & Grinser, to name but a few. Now his hit 'Phobia' receives a long overdue re-release on DJ Hell's International DJ Gigolo Records. Hell, who has recently remixed hot new Australian duo The Presets and 'Dominator' by Human Resource in fine style, this time again delivers a phenomenal remix. The track is one of the all-time old school techno anthems."
Artist:
SEELENLUFT
Title:
Horse With No Name (feat. Florian Horwath)
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$11.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 214EP
"Now Seelenluft returns with a cover of the evergreen 'Horse With No Name' by the 1970s soft rockers, America. 'When I listened to 'Horse With No Name,' I had that 4/4 beat immediately in mind. And it's a non-cool song by today's terms, that's what I like about it. Today's electronic music scene is so superficial and all about cool, I thought it as horribly refreshing working with a track like that.' Written by Dewey Bunnll in the year Beat Soler was born, the track turned America to stars over night. But it was also banned in several U.S. states for its subliminal drug reference, as 'horse' is a slang word for heroin."
Artist:
SEELENLUFT
Title:
Horse With No Name
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$11.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 214LTDEP
Limited edition of 400! "White label teaser release with exclusive Hell remix (and the original)! It's three years down the line since the last Seelenluft album
The Way We Go
had been released on Klein. In the mean time Beat Solar has kept bizzy composing a piece for the Tonhalle Orchestra of Zurich, working on various film soundtracks and creating remixes for peeps like Moonbootica, Waldorf or Stefan Eicher and cooperating with the Stereo MCs."
Artist:
DIBABA
Title:
In Your Face Is The Place
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$11.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 216EP
"
The In Your Face Is The Place
EP is another blinding slice of Dadaist-techno from the Swedish master Dibaba. It's music for dancefloors and living rooms and after-parties and headphones and a whole lot more besides. One thing can be said in all certainty: this music is about as in your face as it gets."
Artist:
VA
Title:
The Great Gigolo Swindle
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
CD
Price:
$13.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 050CD
"The 50th release on Gigolo was a book complete with a special mix CD. This CD is now available for the first time. The CD contains a jubilee radio show which was recorded and transmitted by Brenden Gillen (Ectomorph) in Detroit. This man was responsible for the re-emergence of Electro. His label was behind the release of I-F's
Space Invaders Are Smoking Grass
-- a huge hit with influential DJs such as Sven Vath and Dave Clark, regarded as the tune that put Electro back on everyone's playlist. It is an unbelievable 75-minute mix from Carlos Suffront in which he plays only Gigolo tracks. The unsung mastermind behind Gigolo, namely Arnie, even gets a word in as do many callers from the public. Not making this CD finally available to the public would be as criminal as the KLF being made to burn all copies of their first album. Asta la vista, baby!" Hosted by BMG of Ectomorph, with special guests Paris The Black Fu and DJ Hell, mixed by Carlos Souffront.
Artist:
ADVENT, THE
Title:
Time Trap Technik
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
CD
Price:
$12.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 056CD
"This album is the best of The Advent's electro releases in the last 6 years, containing also brand new material. It is the 1st solo long player since
New Beginnings
in 1997 The Advent's Cisco Ferreira about
Time Trap Technik
: 'At the beginning of my involvement in the recording industry I was always into freestyle and electro. So after learning about programming in the late 80's on some weird retro equipment, some of my 1st works were in this style, like ... 'Space Opera' (R&S), 'The Project' (R&S), 'B.C.' (I.T.P.) At this time I was also into new wave because of that retro sound. Groups like Neon Judgment, Cabaret Voltaire or Front 242. The vibe they created with their music was ahead of it's time. They were so in tune with the machines and developed their own sound... so this had a big influence on my musical style from the start. So now 2001 is the time to release this album
Time Trap Technik
.'"
Artist:
FIXMER, TERENCE
Title:
Muscle Machine
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
CD
Price:
$14.50
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 078CD
"Terence Fixmer, born in Lille (north of France) in 1972, discovered the EBM (Electronic Body Music) when he was 15 and became a Nitzer Ebb-, Front 242-, Klinik-, A GrÜhm- and DAF- fan. At the beginning of the 90's he was a party freaker and his interest for the electronic sound increased with the apparition of the New-Beat and Techno in Belgium. At this time he started to buy records and 'flashed' on VortrexX from Final Eexposure to Plus Eight Records . In 1992, he decided to produce his own music and he started to throw parties called 'Cosmos' and 'Space' in a club called Pyramide. One and a half year later he released his first EP on the Belgium label Diki Rec. In 1993 he moved to Rotterdam for his studies and produced some other EPs for different labels, under different pseudonyms. In 1995, he worked with his old school mate Emmanuel Top. But all this was just the beginning: in 1998 Terence decided to start his own label Planete Rouge Records. The second release on it (after Gemini 9 EP) was the first one under his real name: Terence Fixmer: 'Electrostatic'. The 3 tracker (first released on Planete Rouge and them licensed to Gigolo Records) was played by the biggest DJ's world wide, such as Dave Clarke, Sven Vath, Jeff Mills, DJ Hell etc. 'Electrostatic' was voted among the biggest tune of the year 1999 by many magazines and DJ's. In the same year Terence remixed DJ Hell's 'This is for you' (Disko B) and released his 2nd EP on Gigolo: 'Electric Vision'. At the same time he presents his first live act with Sven Väth at Cocoon-Club in Frankfurt. Terence finally remixed Sven Väth's: 'Ein Waggon voller Geschichten' (Virgin), which was voted to the 10 best remixes of the year 2000 by different magazines. He managed to transmit in his live performances the particular energy he got in his EPs; a kind of full power EBM and Techno. In 2001 Terence moves to Berlin, released the Body Pressure EP on Gigolo, of course another floor burner. In September 2001 he will finally release his first full-length-album
Muscle Machine
, unique Fixmer-style, straight, high-energy, 7 dancefloor-tunes."
Artist:
CROSSOVER
Title:
Fantasmo
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
CD
Price:
$14.50
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 079CD
"Vanessa Tosti and Mark Ingram are Crossover -- the new cozmik junk band form NYC. Sounds like the Chicks On Speed meeting the B 52's in a smoke filled club in Manhattan. With weird lyrics ('Phostographt' is in fake-German) Crossover invites the listener into their world of fantasy adventure stories. Their demented sequenced sound is fortified with heavy bass-lines, drum machines and an arsenal of synthesizers. Call it Electro-Pop, New Wave, Punk or Disco, whatever Crossover is the max. Vanessa Tosti was born in Rome, Italy and moved to the USA as a child. Daughter of Giacomo Tostsi ('Middle of the Road', RCA 'Gone Gold fame'). End of the 90ies she met Mark Ingram, native Texan and drummer in the unusual boutique 'Smylonylon' in Manhattan and Crossover was born. In July 2001 Crossover played their first show in Europe at the famous Gigolo-Loveparade-Party at WMF Club in Berlin."
Artist:
VA
Title:
International Deejay Gigolos CD Six
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
2CD
Price:
$19.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 090CD
"As ever, International Deejay Gigolos' sixth compilation offers a state-of-the-art review of the label's style and content. It goes back and forth, both delving deep into the vaults and pushing many new names under the spotlights. Apart from getting as eclectic as possibly can, the ever-expanding Gigolo roster once again proves that the outer limits of modern music are not (here we quote most major record companies) 'irrelevant wastelands'. There's something cooking in Berlin, Los Angeles, Munich, Buenos Aires, New York, Detroit, London and Sheffield, and it's healthily kinky. All over the globe, misfits are on a mission to set free the misbehaving misfit lurking inside all of us. They rally against the status quo, concoct shady scenarios for world domination and show that pushing a button on an electronic device really can make a difference. They warp sexuality, dissect politics and strip-search the world of entertainment. Gigolo does not release records to please the consumer. Gigolo is all about destroying whatever kind of rulebook the consumer should hold dear. Good music induces subversive thinking. Good music never soothes. Good music, randomly disguised as house, hip hop, techno, acid, rock, punk or jazz, always is a call to arms, a demand for revolution durch technik. Ah, Gigolo: it's the year 2077 all over again." Features: Plastique de Reve, Mt. Sims, Dopplereffekt, Scott Ferguson, Bobby Konders feat. Mutabaruk, Vitalic, Tommie Sunshine, Terence Fixmer, Valium, Crossover, Tuxedomoon & Hell, Mike Wills, Dominatrix, Fat Truckers, Atomizer, Fisherspooner, Fancyman, Martin Matiske, Family 5, A Number of Names, Chris Korda, Marc Almond, Romina Cohn, The Twins, Savas Pascalidis, Lady B, Divine.
Artist:
PASCALIDIS, SAVAS
Title:
Galactic Gigolo
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
CD
Price:
$14.50
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 095CD
"
Galactic Gigolo
simply and clearly has to be seen as the ultimate hit album. Pascalidis started his career in 1987 as a DJ playing mostly disco and funk in various clubs in and nearby Stuttgart. In 1988, he started to play more acid and new beat music. From 1991 he organized his first techno parties and met Goran Besoy from Megahertz who showed him the basics of producing electronic music. With an Atari 1040 he then worked on his first EPs
The Power Of Music
and
Masterblaster
. With
Sugarland Express
, his first release on the German cult label Kurbel Records, in 1997 he produced his first superhit which ended up even in the charts of Brazil. In 1998 with his track 'Discotheque', Pascalidis once more called attention within the scene. In 1999, he founded his own label called Lasergun, definitely one of the most exciting outlets of the music scene right now. Since this year Savas has settled down in the musical metropolis Berlin. Pascalidis is one of the most creative sound artists and keyplayers of the international techno-disco-scene. The early 80s have had a great impact on him, the king of disco Giorgio Moroder still turns out to be one of his major idols. Last year with the maxi 'Space Affair' Savas Pascalidis gave his debut on the label which probably fits best to his sound: International DeeJay Gigolo Records. With
Galactic Gigolo
, Savas defines his home galaxy and combines perfectly spacy techno beats with forgotten disco glitter."
Artist:
ATOMIZER
Title:
Hooked On Radiation
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$7.50
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 096EP
"Hooked on radiation is the first release by south London synth duo Atomizer. Atomizer are Jonny Melton (DJ Jonny Slut), who in previous incarnations has been a teenage goth pin-up with legendary Batcave band Specimen, a future shock hip hop punk sampling member of Diskord Datkord with his old sidekick Adamski, and a be -hooded Ancient of mu mu with the Mighty money burning KLF, & Fil Jones (DJ Fil OK) bedroom producer and previously one half of techno outfit Sharon & Tracey with DJ Tom Stefan, and film soundtrack provider for the multi media club events 'Let me feel your finger first'. Their debut single 'Hooked on Radiation' has been co-produced by KLF man Jimmy Cauty. Atomizer see themselves in a classic synth duo style and site their major influences as Suicide, Sparks & Soft Cell."
Artist:
FATRUCKER
Title:
Superbike
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
7"
Price:
$7.50
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 107EP
"For sure Fat Truckers were one of the big surprises on the last Gigolo Compilation 6. These guys from Sheffield use analog Synthesizers instead of Guitars, they may understand themselves as a Synthcore-Punkband. 'Superbike' sounds just like one into the 3rd millennium catapulted 'Born to be Wild' and in 'Teenage Daughter' you could imagine a super young Iggy Pop on his Tour in 2003."
Artist:
VA
Title:
International Deejay Gigolos CD Seven
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
2CD
Price:
$21.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 120CD
"This CD is the trend-setting document of an innovative, creative and worldwide transforming music scene. With its' home between Berlin, Los Angeles, New York, Buenos Aires and last but not least Munich -- state of the art depending on electronical music. What goes without saying is that only Gigolo artists with their absolutely new and partly unreleased tracks are involved. Conspicuous is the wide musical spectrum that mastermind DJ Hell devotes this time -- besides the already approved club hits of Fischerspooner or Mick Wills you also will find the techno-debut of Hip Hop billionaire Puff Daddy, nowadays P.Diddy, remixed by DJ Hell on this compilation." Artists: Freaks, Fat Truckers, Psychonauts, Yesandno, Fischerspooner, Dirty Criminals, Trevor Jackson, Mick Wills, Crack We Are Rock, Experimental Products, Liquid Sky, Richart Bartz, David Carreta, Linda Lamb, Pink Grease, Adriano Canzian, Mount Sims, Chris Korda, MU, Terranova, Steril, The Rockers, Silvio Manuel, Gina X, P.Diddy, Hell, Savas Pascalidis, Terrence Fixmer, Crossover, Kim Peers.
Artist:
PSYCHONAUTS
Title:
Songs For Creatures
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
2LP
Price:
$16.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 121LP
Double LP version.
Artist:
DJ HELL
Title:
Keep On Waiting
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$7.50
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 122EP
"The single 'Keep On Waiting', features a fellow European, Erlend Oye. The Norwegian with the melancholic voice poses a counterpoint to the hard, electronic backdrop with spartan melodies. The tracks video, on the contrary, is pure New York. Larry Tee's glamourous Luxx Club is the Setting, P.Diddy and Princess Superstar have their cameos as well as an amazing cast of supermodels, all fitted out by Donatella Versace. Be prepared for the upcoming DJ Hell album
N.Y.Musle
."
Artist:
DIRTY CRIMINALS, THE
Title:
Organized Confusion
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
CD
Price:
$16.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 125CD
"Three bad guys from Chicago, called the Dirty Criminals: Deecoy, Hieroglyphic Being and DJ TRAXX now contribute their Album
Organized Confuzion
on DJ Hell's International Deejay Gigolo Records in Spring 2004. In between the confuzion of kaos is a subliminal message about the truth of lost energy for Chicago & Detroit musicians that has been extinct for 10 years. Their mission is to re-introduce the old way of producing Jack-Style tracks in a Nu-Style concept using all live based programming and no sampling."
Artist:
FIXMER, TERENCE
Title:
Ceveaux Sans Ames
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
12"
Price:
$11.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 127EP
"Terence Fixmer is considered as one of the most successful persons in the credible Techno scene. He is not only able to produce brilliant and authentic records -- Terence also convinces the crowd with his inimitable live-gigs and DJ-sets... He has rocked worldwide at places such as club Rex/Paris, Fuse/Brussels, U60311/Frankfurt or mayday. Now he brings another smashin' Techno jewel on Gigolo records, optimal to make the crowd sweat at peaktime."
Artist:
DJ HELL
Title:
N.Y. Muscle
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
3LP
Price:
$26.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 130LP
Triple LP version. "
'The first days of a European in America are comparable to being born. He himself had known new arrivals who for example had stood on their balcony for days and days and had looked down on the streets like lost sheep. This lonely inactivity might be allowed to a tourist, for someone planning to stay here it means definite demise.'
These lines can be found in Franz Kafka's novel fragment
America
. Kafka himself never set foot on American soil and maybe that's why he managed to create a piece of writing that melts second hand stories and his own imagination into a condensed and exciting portrait of New York. DJ Hell has been to New York. Most likely several times and especially from October 2002 to April 2003, when he produced his new album
N.Y. Muscle
there. Hell went with the flow of a city whose heartbeat pounds so much faster than Europe's. Work ethics, strength, inspiration, these are the traces that New York left behind on the album. The music however seems Kafka-inspired in the most positive sense:
N.Y. Muscle
feels like a look through surreal European glasses onto a strange country. It seems nearly logical that the first track, the single 'Keep On Waiting', features a fellow European, Erlend Oye. The Norwegian with the melancholic voice poses a counterpoint to the hard, electronic backdrop with spartan melodies. The tracks video, on the contrary, is pure New York. Larry Tee's glamorous Luxx Club is the Setting, P.Diddy and Princess Superstar have their cameos as well as an amazing cast of supermodels, all fitted out by Donatella Versace. 'Listen to the Hiss' and 'Meet the Heat', two collaborative tracks with proto punk legend Alan Vega (Suicide) paint a different picture entirely. A place without Rudy Giuliani, a Gotham City in the darkest hour comes into existence. Sawtooth Basslines, driving, dirty drums are layered atmospherically on top of each other. The dark despair peaks in 'Let No Man Jack': Hell uses early, rough techno to say goodbye to the omnipresent eighties revival, shows how far out there he really is. A screaming voice. That's how intense sounds. 'The Ambient Song' and first and foremost 'I Regret' loosen the tension at least temporarily. The marvellous Billy Ray Martin who lends her voice to the fluid instrumental to 'I Regret' enchants in a song of deep and beautiful sadness. But Hell wouldn't be one of the most successful Techno DJs worldwide if he wasn't looking for the club immediately after. 'Control' honours its name on every dancefloor, pumps, moves, rocks at will to sweat-drenched exhaustion. The energetic 'Wired' leads
N.Y. Muscle
to an end, just before, in a final 'Phone Call', the hectic scheduling of studio dates is discussed, only for the voices to drift away in echo and delay. Franz Kafka once again:
'You couldn't hope on commiseration here. Only the fortunates seemed to really enjoy their luck amongst the uncommitted faces that surrounded them.'
Hell does not need commiseration. He made New York his own and has produced an exciting and dense portrait of the city. DJ Hell is one of the fortunates."
Artist:
BARTZ, RICHARD
Title:
Midnight Man
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
CD
Price:
$16.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 131CD
"The King Of Techno, Richard Bartz, is proud to present his new album in 2004. The master of the 'fermona' filterbank and great manipulator of the 808/909 shows his domination on his album, called
Midnight Man
. Richard Bartz was born in Munich/Germany in 1976. Attending the legendary Ultraworld parties in 1991, he soon made contacts with Disko B label chief Upstart and DJ Hell. Pretty soon, his first productions, remixes for Disko B, were released, followed by the DJ Hell album
Geteert und Gefedert
where he acted as producer."
Artist:
CROSSOVER
Title:
Cryptic and Dire Sallow Faced Hoods Blast Off Into Oblivion
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
CD
Price:
$16.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 154CD
"This is the second album by Crossover on Gigolo and it sounds like they have developed musically to produce this fantastic album.
Fantasmo
already proved Crossover's ability to create music beyond the expectable; beyond the usual genre definitions. This album is even harder to label. Name It psych-kick because of the 60s psychedelic vocal lines. But although this would give you an idea it wouldn't match all influences. Remember the times when NYC's coolest musicians mingled their new wave minimalist approach with Chris Blackwell's rhythm- crazy Jamaican Island Crew? The times that brought us Tom Tom Club & Talking Heads? Early electro/hip hop (Rammellzee; U.T.F.O.) has obviously influenced some of the beats as well. The things that make this album so unique are the references that go beyond that: Can; Faust on one hand, electronic sound design since the early nineties on the other. This album is not faking any retro 'Zeitgeist'. It's all here and now!"
Artist:
CARRETTA, DAVID
Title:
Kill Your Radio
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
CD
Price:
$16.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 155CD
"Finally, the long awaited second album
Kill Your Radio
of Mr. David Carretta is going to be released on Gigolo Records. No doubt, there are a million reasons why everybody should kill his radio. But a far better way to show averseness is to present a elaborate and even subtle piece of music to the world combining supreme electronic house music with metropolitan style."
Artist:
CANZIAN, ADRIANO
Title:
Pornography
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
CD
Price:
$16.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 158CD
"Finally, a full length album from Gigolo's only Italian artist producer: Adriano Canzian. Canzian is back with more sensual and provocative electro music. The sounds on
Pornography
are subversive and atmospheric. Dark and dirty beats coupled with menacing squelchy acid loops. At times his vocoded robotic voice reports on music and sexuality. Crazy electro porno it is and just as Canzian likes to explore his sexuality, he does just the same with musicality."
Artist:
CANZIAN, ADRIANO
Title:
Pornography
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
2LP
Price:
$17.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 158LP
Double LP version.
Artist:
DUQUE, ABE
Title:
American Gigolo II
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
CD
Price:
$16.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 182CD
"Abe Duque can be categorized as a producer for producers. Not only that, but Sir Duque has also been Gigolo all the way. So, who better to take the controls of the
American Gigolo
mix than the man who's
So Underground It Hurts
received excellent critical acclaim? As with said album, the direction is moving further away from electro-clash style deeper into underground disco house feel. Following on from the concept of Tiga's original
American Gigolo
Mix 2002, Abe reaches far in to the label's back catalogue, but also works some of the freshest new hits from 2005." Artists: Richard Bartz, Foremost Poets, Crack We Are Rock, Abe Duque, Tiefschwarz, Elbee Bad, Psychonauts, Freaks, Hell, Communista Como Hijo, P.Diddy/Felix Da Housecat, Leon Segka, David Carretta, Terence Fixmer, Traxx & Decoy, Jeff Mills, The Dominatrix.
Artist:
VA
Title:
The Box Collection No. 1 (1997-2000)
Label:
INTERNATIONAL DEEJAY GIGOLO (GERMANY)
Format:
5CD BOX
Price:
$48.00
Catalog #:
GIGOLO 184CD
"This is a package of four compilations that have never been released domestically in the US and all of them have been disappeared from the world market for over five years. The Gigolo label 'Bunny' in this years' (1997 -2000) was Arnold Schwarzenegger, but for legal reasons all compilations have been deleted till now as the artwork is now reversed into 'Schwarzenegger cleaned art.' CD 1 contains the tracks of the original GIGOLO10CD, CD 2 of the original GIGOLO20CD, CD 3 of the original GIGOLO30CD, CD 4 + 5 of the original GIGOLO40 double CD set. Includes tons of out of print Gigolo 12Inch singles, or for the first time in CD and as well exclusive tracks & mixes." Artists include: DJ Naughty, David Carretta, Christopher Just, Rok & Jonzon, Jeff Mills, Ozone Layer, Hell, DMX Krew, Anthony "Shake" Shakir, Miss Kittin & The Hacker, DJ Hell vs. Richard Bartz, Trike, Tampopo, K. Lakizz, Elbee Bad, Zombie Nation, Foremost Poets, Der Zyklus, Chris Korda, Milch, Dynamik Bass System, Sylvie Marks, Terence Fixmer, Atwil, David Carretta (feat. Electric Indigo), Station Rose, Plastique De Reve, Bostich, Valium, Filippo Naughty Moscatello, Gabe Catanzaro, The Trinity, Jonzon Presents Veinmelter, Tuxedomoon.
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