Browse by Label: POKER FLAT (GERMANY)

Artist:	VA
Title:	Poker Flat Volume One
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$15.00
Catalog #:	PFR 002CD

"After ten 12-inches from the Poker Flat artist family, so far consisting of Berlin based Martini Bros aka DJ Cle and Mike Vamp, Stockholm“s minimal master Hakan Lidbo, Michel Baumann aka Jackmate from Stuttgart, Thomas Koch aka DJ T and of course Mr. Steve Bug himself, the Berlin based Top-DJ and producer decided to give a first overview of his hugely successful minimal tech house label Poker Flat Recordings: Poker Flat Vol. 1. The A&R and mastermind behind Poker Flat, Steve Bug, first came in contact with House music in 1987 when he used to visit a club called 'Front' in Hamburg where his curiosity led him to DJ at small private parties. By 1991 he had started organising his own events, including a weekly Sunday House night at yet another Hamburg club. In 1995 he started producing his own music and soon had releases out on labels such as Rising High, Stickman Records and Felix Da Housecat“s The Black Label. It was not long before he started up his own label Raw Elements which witnessed the release of his hugely successful 1st album Volksworld and the double CDs Da Minimal Funk Vol.1 & 2. The end of 1998 brought the close of Raw Elements but the launch of a new era and the label Poker Flat. Now into the 12th release Steve Bug is already revered as the master of musical seduction. Now the original loverboy is back with his first label compilation of sensual grooves and minimal moods."

Artist:	LIBDO, HAKAN
Title:	Tech Couture
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$15.00
Catalog #:	PFR 003CD

"After releasing three 12"'s on Poker Flat Recordings, 35-years-old Stockholm DJ & producer Hakan Lidbo delivers his first full-length album for Steve Bug“s highly credible tech house label: Tech Couture. Hakan Lidbo was born in Malmų, an industrial town in the south of Sweden. He started playing the piano as a kid, became quickly bored and bought his first synthesizer. Actually Hakan was also the very first one to buy a sampler in his home town. He soon became aware of the fact that electronic dance music was his mission and spent all his money on synths until he finally had built up his first complete studio. During the 80s he also played with a series of rock bands, but never really liked it, because he realized his aversion against working with disorganized people -- drummers that always are late or bass players that rather play jazz -- Hakan preferred doing everything himself, that's why the studio became his favorite environment and he soon separated from all dependencies. To take electronic music to new levels, that was and still is the main intention in Hakan Lidbo“s studio work. 'As the method of recording dance music has completely changed when computers came into the studios, it's amazing that it still sounds pretty much the same. Some producers who call their music experimental are nothing but copy cats, the technology gives us an opportunity to make music in a completely different way so the music should sound completely different', Hakan states with an enormous portion of self-confidence -- a critics he can easily afford, because there is no doubt about his tunes are always authentic evidences of what happens in the depths of his musical heart."

Artist:	STEVE BUG
Title:	Sensual
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$15.00
Catalog #:	PFR 007CD

"Germany's minimal dance conaisseur has done it again with his eclectic 3rd solo album on his young but already famous Poker Flat imprint. Whatever secret ingredient he has been using, the recipe always works and he always hits the mark with precision. But even though Steve Bug is something like a treasured gem in the heart of innovative electronic house music and someone like him literally can't mess up, it took him nearly forever to put this baby to bed. Studio producton breaks due to never-ending overseas gigs, tours and remixes threw his album concept overboard again and again and made him start from scratch each time. Well worth the wait, Sensual is seriously seductive, minimal but hot, loose limbed, laid-back, playful and funky. This adventurous album holds unexpected surprises that will make you grin, basslines that will smack your hips and make you want to wriggle out of your clothes. Not once rigid or stiff, but slinky and ultra-now, Steve manages to produce a warm and clubby 100% naturalsample-free album. This album reveals once again that Steve has an over-abundance of funk and minimal melody coursing through his veins and once again, the club gets all the love."

Artist:	GLOWING GLISSES
Title:	Silver Surfer
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$15.00
Catalog #:	PFR 008CD

"Glowing Glisses (aka Florian Schirmacher and Guido Schneider) are one of the most promising acts to sprout out of Berlin and Poker Flat is very proud to present their debut album Silver Surfer. Their first full-length album features twelve tracks of fantastic tunes reaching beyond the typical scope of pure club-oriented club music. So what's the mystery behind Silver Surfer? Having already caught the attention of clubheads, hipsters, nightlife addicts, hedonists and of course music lovers, it combines dry and groovy minimalist clicks and bleeps with Florian Schirmacher's excellent vocal skills, which are deeply rooted in 70's jazz and soul. This combination has led to an electrifying new sound that could only be described as Deep Tech House, or Micro House meets Electroclash."

Artist:	STEVE BUG
Title:	Da Minimal Funk 3
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	2CD
Price:	$20.00
Catalog #:	PFR 009CD

"In 1996, Germany's minimal master Steve Bug, responsible for labels like Poker Flat Recordings, Dessous Recordings and B-Series, created the first volume of Da Minimal Funk compilation series on his former imprint Raw Elements. This outstanding album was a groundbreaking release in the growing minimal techno and house movement. Today, Steve delights us with a sequel that is even more funky than the first. He has selected a fine blend of tracks from some of the world's best producers including Jeff Samuel, Chris Lum, Freestyle Man, Sergej Auto as well as Steve Bug himself alongside Dessous / Poker Flat artists like Frankman and The Jackals. Steve delivers an album full of energy, packed with tunes designed to fill the dancefloor. Deeply influenced by the funky jacking groove of early Chicago house, Bug has stripped down many of the tracks to the bone. While the first CD is a full on DJ-mix, displaying Steve's great abilities as a long-time club DJ with perfect mixes, cuts and blends, covering the whole spectrum of minimal funk, the second CD is dedicated to calming broken, downtempo tunes with an organic feel. All tracks have been carefully selected and include work by Jimpster, Ursula Rucker and Antonelli Electric."

Artist:	TEJADA, JOHN
Title:	Presents Poker Flat Vol. 3 - 5 Year of Poker Flat Recordings
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	2CD
Price:	$20.00
Catalog #:	PFR 010CD

"Poker Flat Recordings proudly presents a special compilation to celebrate its five-year anniversary. Since DJ / producer Steve Bug founded the imprint in 1999, it has been a continuous story of success. The artist roster expanded steadily and now includes Hakan Lidbo, Jeff Samuel, Detroit Grand Pubahs, Martini Bros. and JussiPekka. Poker Flat has established itself as one of the leading suppliers of high-quality funky minimal house. Five Years of Poker Flat (Poker Flat Vol. 3) features nine tracks exclusively produced for this album as well as the best tracks from the 12" releases of the current season, many of which are being released on CD for the first time." Artists: Detroit Grand Pubahs, Martini Bros, Steve Bug, Phonique, Phonogenic, Jackmate vs. Nick Reiff, Hakan Lidbo, Jeff Bennett, Jeff Samuel, Martin Landsky, Glowing Glisses, Guido Schneider, Mr Brooks, Martin Landsky, John Tejada, Jussi Pekka, Brian Anuerysm.

Artist:	DETROIT GRAND PUBAHS
Title:	Galactic Ass Creatures From Uranus
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$15.00
Catalog #:	PFR 011CD

"The seminal electro-funk outfit from Detroit returns with the second album. Galactic Ass Creatures From Uranus is a true masterpiece that spans a full variety of minimal Techno, dirty P-Funk, raw hip-smart booty beats and relaxed downbeat electronic grooves -- all spiced up with a healthy portion of humor, cartoon sexuality and the search for the perfect booty. The vocoder pitched vocals by Paris The Black Fu and the other odd characters mark their distinctive signature sound without being limited to that."

Artist:	STEVE BUG
Title:	Presents Bugnology
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$15.00
Catalog #:	PFR 013CD

"Poker Flat labelhead and of the world's leading Minimal- and Tech-House producer and DJ Steve Bug is back with a brilliant mix-album. But Bugnology is far more than a regular Mix-CD as all tracks have been partly reconstructed by Steve Bug using Ableton Live software. The result is a thrilling and exciting flight through the most modern and adventurous flavour of House Music. The album features tracks and mixes from the best artists (Josh Wink, Jesper Dahlbäck, I:Cube, Steve Bug, Alexi Delano, Justus Köhncke, Charles Webster, Freestyle Man, Guido Schneider, Stefan Goldmann) and labels (Music For Freaks, Kompakt, Ovum, Versatile, Palette, Poker Flat, Mood Music) in the field of Minimal- and Tech."

Artist:	STEVE BUG
Title:	Bugnology 2
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$15.50
Catalog #:	PFR 016CD

After the great success of Bugnology 1, Steve Bug, Poker Flat label head and one of the world's leading house and techno producers and DJs is back with the second volume of his highly-addictive new album series. Bugnology 2 is not your regular mix CD, as all tracks have been partly edited and reconstructed using special software. The result is an exciting, elegant and adventurous flight through today's modern house and techno music. The album features tracks and mixes from the best artists (John Tejada, Audiomontage/Jamie Odell, Carl Craig, Charles Webster, Matthias Tanzmann, Pan-Pot, Guido Schneider, Theo Parrish, Sammy Dee, Steve Bug) and labels (Freerange, Moon Harbour, Mutek, Poker Flat, Tuning Spork, Wagon Repair) in the field of minimal and tech house.

Artist:	SCHNEIDER, GUIDO
Title:	Focus On: Guido Schneider
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$15.50
Catalog #:	PFR 017CD

This is Berlin-based Guido Schneider's first full-length album. After four highly successful singles, Focus On presents an exciting new album-concept on Poker Flat. Alongside six new tracks, which are released simultaneously on vinyl, the album features a number of previously vinyl-only tracks and remixes which now appear on CD for the first time. On the CD-format, Guido mixes the tracks into 67 minutes of subtle flow that almost completely dissolves the borders of the individual tracks. Focus On features trippy vocal-hypnoses with ping-pong-percussions ("Too Many Voices") alongside streamlined pumping house-sketches ("Re-Moved"), flanger-curves reminiscent of the Plastikman releases ("Rumours") and spoiled dub (Brtschitsch & Galluzzi/"Regenschauer Remix"), all edited and mixed together into an extraordinary psychoactive sound cocktail of the premium quality grade. "I want to send my listeners on a journey based on hypnotic grooves, but I like to break through the flow of sound with irritating details," says Guido. Minimal house rarely sounded so impulsive and funky with such a perfect sound-architecture.

Artist:	TRENTEMŲLLER
Title:	The Last Resort
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$15.50
Catalog #:	PFR 018CD

This is Danish producer Anders Trentemųller's debut full-length release for Poker Flat (now only available as a single CD version). Trentemųller took dancefloors by storm last year with funky minimal techno-tracks such as "Physical Fraction" and "Polar Shift," and subsequently was voted "Best Newcomer" in many dance magazine reader polls. He returns with The Last Resort -- a beautifully crafted, astonishing masterpiece that will leave you breathless. The 13 instrumental tracks together form a wordless musical story, almost like the soundtrack to a movie. It manages to capture a whole range of emotions in subtle melodic miniatures, dreamy ambiences, dusty beats, deep dub-tracks and driving groove-excursions. Although it's definitely an electronic album, it also incorporates live drums, guitars and other acoustic instruments like celesta, glockenspiel, melodica and even DJ scratching to create a more organic feel. The Last Resort also marks Trentemųller's move away from the dancefloor to an introspective album that's especially great for home-listening (or listening in the car, or on your iPod). What came out of the recording sessions for The Last Resort was a very personal album: "It reflects my life, my thoughts, my needs, my insecureness, my longings." A fantastic accomplishment from one of the greatest producers of this century.

Artist:	VA
Title:	Poker Flat Volume 5: Bets'n'Bluffs
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	2CD
Price:	$15.50
Catalog #:	PFR 019CD

Poker Flat Recordings proudly presents its fifth label compilation. Bets'n'Bluffs features the essence of the Poker Flat single-releases from the current season as well as a preview of things to come plus some brand new exclusive tracks. From the bare and trippy minimal techno of Argy's huge hit "Love Dose" or Berkson & What's "If I Was A Man" to Trentemųller's bombastic "Always Something Better," from funky hipshakers ą la Bug & Tanzmann's "Shock" or Chardronnet's "Shake It" to quirky soundscapes -- the album covers the full range of modern electronic cutting-edge music. The fifth Poker Flat statement features Steve Bug's Berlin-based inmates such as Guido Schneider, Martin Landsky and Märtini Brös as well as internationally well-reputed producers like Trentemųller, John Tejada, Luciano, Patrick Chardronnet or Martin Buttrich and highly talented newcomers like Argy, Dan Berkson & James What, Limacon, Philippe Autuori, Sian and Jamie Jones. Poker Flat Volume 5 includes the best hits from the current season spearheaded by Luciano's remix for Argy's "Love Dose," Martin Landsky's "1000 Miles," Steve Bug's "Smackman" and Chardronnet's "Shake It," as well as still-to-be-released future classics like Martin Buttrich's "Snapshots" or "If I Was A Man" by Berkson & What. There are six tracks which have been exclusively produced for this album by John Tejada & Bilal Bashir, Dan Berkson & James What, Steve Bug & Clé, Philippe Autuori and Jamie Jones and only these exclusives are included on the double-vinyl version of the album. On the second CD, Poker Flat Volume 5 features a superb bonus-mix by Martin Landsky. Altogether, Poker Flat Volume 5 is a huge package including 24 modern, state-of-the-art songs in the field of techy and reduced house and techno from one of the coolest labels around.

Artist:	BENNET, JEFF
Title:	Recognition
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$10.00
Catalog #:	PFR 019EP

2001 release, repressed. "After jumpstarting the career of promising new talents Orbit Starz by releasing their first 12" just recently, the man Steve Bug and his Pokerflat imprint are continuing to push creative mindz with this latest offering. 25-year-old Jeff Bennet from Malmų/Sweden is the man behind the young Swedish label Phunctional -- which lately released its first record 'Paradise' -- and has also another 12" on the highly interesting Kung Fu Dub label under his belt. Recognition contains 3 clear and smooth tracks with a high dub factor, inventive sounds and FX, percussion loops and truly pushing basslines: three brilliant tracks that lighten up every house and techno set!"

Artist:	VA
Title:	Dead Man's Hand
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	2CD
Price:	$20.00
Catalog #:	PFR 020CD

This is the sixth compilation from the world-renowned and continually expanding Poker Flat imprint. Just like the notorious dead man's hand in a high stakes all-nighter, this double CD release is full of carefully-judged mind games and more than a few winning surprises. Compared to previous Poker Flat albums, Dead Man's Hand takes a deeper route, reflecting the label's latest developments. The first half of the compilation is dealt out in traditional style by none other than label head and DJ and producer Steve Bug. Key cuts include the disco versatility of Bug and Clé's "Behind The Curtains," and the mischievous bass assault of Martin Landsky's "Man High." There are also some standout remixes from rising stars, like new blood Redshape's deep techno interpretation of Simon Flower, and the emphatic Sebo K remix of Martin Landsky's biggest track of the year. Every track is a true gem, with inclusions from previous Poker Flat releases, to future hits surfacing on the label soon, to specially-produced material, exclusive to the compilation. CD2 contains a fantastic mix presented by one-half of the critically-acclaimed Märtini Brös, Clé. The German DJ and producer, who also collaborates with Steve Bug, has chosen 13 more Poker Flat past and future classics for the mix. An insistent and techy display of his mixing and track selection skills, the mix includes Raudive's "Needles," remixed by Steve Bug, which blends into an exclusive new funk stomper by Guido Schneider and Florian Schirmacher. Later, one of several tracks produced exclusively for this compilation, Ryo Murakami introduces a real late night element to the proceedings, which is followed by a double hit of Märtini Brös, taken from Poker Flat 90. Further highlights include London duo Dan Berkson & James What, with a spoken eulogy from house legend Robert Owens, and more seamless cuts from Clé himself, working alone and alongside Bug and Mike Vamp. With the introduction of each new track, the mix evolves, providing more insight into Poker Flat's recent activities and talents. Dead Man's Hand sums up perfectly the ethos of the label -- to produce genre-defining electronic music that works perfectly whether inside the head or on the dancefloor. Other artists include: Jeff Samuel, Matthias Heilbronn, Maik Loewen and Aril Brikha.

Artist:	ARGY
Title:	Focus On: Argy
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$15.50
Catalog #:	PFR 021CD

Following on from Guido Schneider's enigmatic Focus On album, Poker Flat introduces the next in the series, Focus On: Argy. Comprised partly of new and exclusive productions by Argy alongside well known and upcoming names and highlights from his back catalog of releases and remixes, the mix acts as a showcase for Argy's unique style, influenced by strong, energetic peak-time house through to deep and spaced-out percussive journeys. Hot collaborations with Solomun, The Mole, Maral Salmassi, DJ Gregory, Jerome Sydenham and Bayoga traverse through an impeccable selection of modern house music. Each brand new and exclusive track featured on the release is a fresh collaboration between Argy and another producer or musician, and the concept dictates that both must have an active part in the recording of the track. Traversing the spectrum from the intense traveling grooves of "Anenome" with Solomun to the evolving percussive workout of "Under No Illusion" with percussionist Bayoga, there are endless delights on offer. Teaming up with Canadian-in-Berlin The Mole, the two producers' love of funked-up filtered sounds comes through like a sizzling afterhours jam, which contrasts rather nicely with the neo-tribal rhythms of the essential "Our Drums," a track produced alongside DJ Gregory. Jerome Sydenham gets in the studio with Argy and the result is a tranced-out deep and dramatic cut with powerful chords. Also featured in the mix are a number of future classics from Argy's blossoming back-catalog of releases and remixes, including the spectacular warehouse tribalism of "Love Dose," his debut release on Poker Flat, to the driving peak-time hot house of his "Legendary Bonus Beats Remix" of Jerome Sydenham's "Elbian." Focus On: Argy is a mature, dedicated and insightful journey into a true artist of our time. Other artists include: Texu, Romantic Touch and Ryo Murakami.

Artist:	ARGY
Title:	Focus On: Argy
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	2LP
Price:	$18.00
Catalog #:	PFR 021LP

Double LP version. Following on from Guido Schneider's enigmatic Focus On album, Poker Flat introduces the next in the series, Focus On: Argy. Comprised partly of new and exclusive productions by Argy alongside well known and upcoming names and highlights from his back catalog of releases and remixes, the mix acts as a showcase for Argy's unique style, influenced by strong, energetic peak-time house through to deep and spaced-out percussive journeys. Hot collaborations with Solomun, The Mole, Maral Salmassi, DJ Gregory, Jerome Sydenham and Bayoga traverse through an impeccable selection of modern house music. Each brand new and exclusive track featured on the vinyl release is a fresh collaboration between Argy and another producer or musician, and the concept dictates that both must have an active part in the recording of the track. Traversing the spectrum from the intense traveling grooves of "Anenome" with Solomun to the evolving percussive workout of "Under No Illusion" with percussionist Bayoga, there are endless delights on offer. Teaming up with Canadian-in-Berlin The Mole, the two producers' love of funked-up filtered sounds comes through like a sizzling afterhours jam, which contrasts rather nicely with the neo-tribal rhythms of the essential "Our Drums," a track produced alongside DJ Gregory. Jerome Sydenham gets in the studio with Argy and the result is a tranced-out deep and dramatic cut with powerful chords. Focus On: Argy is a mature, dedicated and insightful journey into a true artist of our time.

Artist:	STEVE BUG
Title:	Bugnology 3
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$17.00
Catalog #:	PFR 022CD

Following on from the pioneering and heralded Bugnology mix in 2004, and the equally outstanding Bugnology 2 in 2006, Steve Bug, Poker Flat label head and one of the world's leading house and techno producers and DJs presents number three. The mix presents a detailed, mesmerizing journey through Bug's current musical addiction, and also takes a snapshot of a very exciting time in dance music, where genres and barriers are continually being broken, in the name of exciting, forward-thinking and free-flowing house music! Like its earlier volumes, Bugnology 3 is a genuine masterpiece in next generation DJ mixes. Not only did Steve carefully select each track featured here (no doubt club-tested and dancefloor approved) but there was a unique process of editing, looping, stretching and shortening involved, to ensure the whole mix flows like no other. Opening with the dense atmospheres of Anton Zap's "Captain Storm," and building steadily through tracks from Federico Molinari, Tigerskin and Moodymanc, to the surging melodies and rising synths of Santigo Salazar's "Materia Obscura," there is true euphoria compiled here. Bug also brings things down and deep with Two Armadillos' "Hamlin," from his own Dessous imprint. From here on in, depth, energy, and big-room synths are brought into play by George Kagais, and Stimming's smooth remix of Manuel Tur's "Vabanque." Pigon and Peace Division present overlapping beats, and a bizarre slice of deep funk is introduced with Lee Jones' "Weisses Kaninchen." The Per Eckbo Orchestra's samba-party is another highlight, followed by the tingling melodies of Schatrax's stunning remix of Daso & Pawas' "Det." Percussion and horns galore fill the spectrum as Sven U.K. & Andomat 3000's workout carries on the party, crossing paths with a crazy collaboration between Ripperton and Alex Attias. Damian Schwartz is mixed into the grinding heavyweight beats of Ben Klock, before taking things down a more cerebral route. Adultnapper presents a tripping late-night journey that fits perfectly next to Matthias Meyer's beautiful, sultry piece. Kink & Neville Watson's rising acidic masterpiece is the penultimate adventure of the mix, rocking the system before October's wonderfully tripped-out "Invitation" leads us into the realm of the senses. Another sensational and cutting-edge mix from Steve Bug, a true mixmaster.

Artist:	VA
Title:	All In! 10 Years Of Poker Flat
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	2CD
Price:	$20.00
Catalog #:	PFR 023CD

Poker Flat Recordings celebrates 10 years, over 100 singles, and 23 albums with this 2CD/2LP anniversary compilation package (also available as a separate 3CD boxed set with limited edition playing cards). Ten years ago, an up-and-coming DJ & producer named Steve Bug launched a label dedicated to a very special new sound. Having already masterminded the legendary Raw Elements label and Dessous imprint, Bug and a close family of DJs and producers had a vision for something fresh and exciting that would define the times. And thus Poker Flat Recordings was born. Since then, the label has risen from glorious strength to strength, boasting an international artist roster including the most revered names in the scene. This compilation celebrates all that has been and all that will be, looking back with a gleeful smile over the label's decade of music, and of course to the bright future that lies ahead. Across the 2CD selection you'll find exclusive new tracks from key Poker Flat artists, and some of the most influential singles from the current season (all unmixed and in full-length form), selected by Steve Bug. Within the first, exclusive CD you'll find such delights from classic label artists like Guido Schneider & Florian Schirmacher's "Nadel Und Zwirn," twisting and grinding with funked-up, airy freshness, or "A Beautiful Place," the latest bass-heavy after-hours trip by the Märtini Brös. More key artists present their ideas of things to come, such as mainstay John Tejada's "M Track 5" (produced together with Arian Leviste) whose melodic synth washes and tough bass phrases describe a magical place, or the Bug's new bomb, "My Chihuahua Bites," with its tripped-out hooks and signature floor-filling sound. More recent label signings also present their hottest new work, with Burnski's spooky "Species" making an impact with a nostalgic nod to the days of acid. Deep vibes and floating, haunting atmospheres are brought on strong by Patrick Chardronnet's "Float," while fresh-faced Gamal Kabar's kooky and downright dramatic "Highlander" brings us the techno fix. CD2 scoops up the best of the current releases, from Argy & Sydenham's anthemic "In The Mist," to DJ T's energetic burner "After Dark," to David Durango's beautiful early-morning bomb "Move With Me," there's plenty of big room action in store. Matthias Tanzmann's super-hot remix of Clé's "Nomads" brings the pressure up a notch while Vincenzo's "The Phantom Image" burns the midnight oil, and Phonique's huge new remix of D.H.S's classic "House of God" gets the attention it deserves. Such is the quality of the label's catalog, that there are so many more gems to be found here. Other artists include: Sycophant Slags, Ryo Murakami, Simon Flower, Raudive, and Donnacha Costello.

Artist:	VA
Title:	All In! 10 Years Of Poker Flat
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	2LP
Price:	$18.00
Catalog #:	PFR 023LP

Double LP in deluxe gatefold sleeve, featuring 8 of the exclusive tracks featured on the 2CD version. Tracklist: A1. Steve Bug - My Chihuahua Bites; A2. Märtini Brös - A Beautiful Place; B1. David Durango - Dancing To The Dark; B2. Patrick Chardronnet - Float; C1. Burnski - Species; C2. Clé - Moon 15; D1. Gamal Kabar - The Highlander; D2. John Tejada & Arian Leviste - M Track 5. Poker Flat Recordings celebrates 10 years, over 100 singles, and 23 albums with this 2CD/2LP anniversary compilation package (also available as a separate 3CD boxed set with limited edition playing cards). Ten years ago, an up-and-coming DJ & producer named Steve Bug launched a label dedicated to a very special new sound. Having already masterminded the legendary Raw Elements label and Dessous imprint, Bug and a close family of DJs and producers had a vision for something fresh and exciting that would define the times. And thus Poker Flat Recordings was born. Since then, the label has risen from glorious strength to strength, boasting an international artist roster including the most revered names in the scene.

Artist:	VA
Title:	All In! 10 Years Of Poker Flat
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	3CD BOX
Price:	$40.50
Catalog #:	PFR 023XCD

Limited edition 3CD boxed set of Poker Flat's 10-year anniversary label compilation, including the same 2 CDs of exclusive tracks & current hits as the regular CD edition, plus an exclusive third CD of bonus classics from the Poker Flat catalog, as selected by Steve Bug. As a special extra feature, this limited boxed set version will come packaged with an exclusive, uniquely designed, 100% plastic casino-quality poker deck of cards. The cards feature inspired, "deadly chic" illustrations by artists Nils Zimmermann & Christoph Babbel and are included along with a Poker Flat sticker in a limited run of 2,000 boxed sets, hand-numbered at the Poker Flat headquarters. A special celebration of the quality and sheer spectrum of music released on the label since its inception, Steve Bug has pulled out some of his hidden classics from the shelves onto CD 3. Bug's own "A Night Like This" has that classic, minimal funk that he made famous, while a chance meeting between Guido Schneider and Jens Bond on "Oh My Buffer" rocks that bass-heavy dancefloor grind that's still doing it today. Other delights are easily found, such as Joakim's gritty, electro-stepping "Slap On It" remix of the Detroit Grand Pubahs' "Big Onion," or Berkson & What's serious lesson in controlled mayhem, "The Dig." You can rest assured every track proudly bears the Poker Flat shield, continuing to sound as fresh as ever. This very special compilation proves the sheer quality and craftsmanship of the artists involved, producing consistently cutting-edge, exciting electronic music, reminding their fans how much Poker Flat has contributed over the years. Other artists on CD3 include: Håkan Lidbo, Jackmate, ADJD, Martin Buttrich, Martin Landsky, Trentemųller, and Richard Davis.

Artist:	STEVE BUG
Title:	Collaboratory
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$17.00
Catalog #:	PFR 024CD

Poker Flat proudly presents Collaboratory, Steve Bug's fourth artist album. Based strongly on the ideas of collaboration, shared ideas, mutual respect for fellow artists and the strength of combining forces in the studio, Steve chose some very special producers and vocalists to work with on this exciting project. From Berlin natives and well-known high-climbers Cassy and Clé (of Märtini Brös), to one-half of the Detroit Grand Pubahs aka Paris The Black Fu, ace producers and equally dexterous vocalists are assured. The Southern Hemisphere's hottest new export, Simon Flower features with Bug on their teasing cut "Passing Clouds," while Minimise boss and techno legend Donnacha Costello also goes head-to-head with the Poker Flat maestro in the studio. That's not to forget the stunning vocals from Brazilian talent Virginia Nascimento on the slow-spun "Trust In Me," and the classic Chi-Town cut "Like It Should Be," on which Helsinki's Gigi makes a magical, rare appearance, sharing her inspiring and heartfelt message. While the snappier moments of the album will work dancefloors into a frenzy, the whole album breathes an analog warmth which is hard to find these days and which underlines the organic character of a fantastic, song-based album. Steve Bug chose the finest analog equipment, outboard gear and an analog console to create an album which is also, sound-wise, a true masterpiece.

Artist:	STEVE BUG
Title:	Collaboratory
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	2x12"
Price:	$18.00
Catalog #:	PFR 024LP

2x12" version. Poker Flat proudly presents Collaboratory, Steve Bug's fourth artist album. Based strongly on the ideas of collaboration, shared ideas, mutual respect for fellow artists and the strength of combining forces in the studio, Steve chose some very special producers and vocalists to work with on this exciting project. From Berlin natives and well-known high-climbers Cassy and Clé (of Märtini Brös), to one-half of the Detroit Grand Pubahs aka Paris The Black Fu, ace producers and equally dexterous vocalists are assured. The Southern Hemisphere's hottest new export, Simon Flower features with Bug on their teasing cut "Passing Clouds," while Minimise boss and techno legend Donnacha Costello also goes head-to-head with the Poker Flat maestro in the studio. That's not to forget the stunning vocals from Brazilian talent Virginia Nascimento on the slow-spun "Trust In Me," and the classic Chi-Town cut "Like It Should Be," on which Helsinki's Gigi makes a magical, rare appearance, sharing her inspiring and heartfelt message. While the snappier moments of the album will work dancefloors into a frenzy, the whole album breathes an analog warmth which is hard to find these days and which underlines the organic character of a fantastic, song-based album. Steve Bug chose the finest analog equipment, outboard gear and an analog console to create an album which is also, sound-wise, a true masterpiece.

Artist:	TEJADA, JOHN
Title:	Sweat (On The Walls)
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$10.00
Catalog #:	PFR 052EP

2004 release, repressed. This is the Poker Flat debut EP from multi-talented Californian producer John Tejada. While "Flight To Tokyo" has been released "in-the-mix" on the 5 Years Of Poker Flat album, this EP features the full length version on vinyl for the first time. A very funky house tune with a punching beat. The title track is a slightly darker, powerful and minimal acid-driven track. The spoken word vocals hail from drum'n'bass queen Qzen. "Steppa" on B1 comes in a very reduced sound-outfit with abstract spoken word fragments and a slightly broken, crystal clear rhythm construction. All in all, minimal house music at its best.

Artist:	ARGY
Title:	Love Dose
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$12.00
Catalog #:	PFR 060EP

"Argy is Argyris Theolis. Born in Rhodes, Greece the 20-year-old artist is currently based in London. The title track is a very subtle and hypnotising tune. Initially unoffending it builds into the perfect soundtrack for a haunted house. But the spooky Spanish vocals by Valeria who demands her 'dose,' cynical laughter and creepy clock samples just form a guard of honour for the amazing acid-fueled synth-lines which drill into your skullcap. There could have been no better remixer than the one and only Luciano who keeps the original atmosphere, but adds a snappy attitude to the track and lets the synth-lines badly oversteer. A killer remix! 'Hide and Seek' on the flipside completes the package with a dubby minimal house-beat and spooky samples such as a mumbling moaning and reverse messages."

Artist:	DEE & GUIDO SCHNEIDER, SAMMY
Title:	Styleways
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$12.00
Catalog #:	PFR 063EP

"'Styleways' and 'Mistaken Identity' perfectly combine the production preferences of both Guido and Sammy and also demonstrate their love for the detail. 'Styleways' is pure hypnotic minimal Techno. It fascinates you right from the beginning with sharp and tricky sounds, an incredible drive and weird vocal shreds. It will devastate dancefloors when the amazing bassline comes in about in the middle of the track. Big one! 'Mistaken Identity' is a groovy minimal track. Not less hypnotic, the track is slightly more percussive and has many cleverly devised sounds to discover."

Artist:	STEVE BUG
Title:	The Smackman EP
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$12.00
Catalog #:	PFR 066EP

"Steve Bug has had a big year with massive Poker Flat tunes coming out monthly... tunes that you have guarenteedly heard at every proper party in the past 12 months. But for us, at Poker Flat there is hardly a better start in the new year 2006 than a brand new Steve Bug single. With 'Smackman' on the A-side Poker Flat label boss Steve Bug delivers another hip shaking track handwritten in his unmistakable but fresh style. 'I-Thought' on the B-side starts with a clever beat-construction and a great bassline before some smart sound-gimmicks lead over to the first break. Still minimal, but with an incredible groove and great melodies both tracks are sure to leave lots of nice damage on the dancefloor."

Artist:	BUG & TANZMANN
Title:	Shick'n Shock EP
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$12.00
Catalog #:	PFR 069EP

"At this point, further introduction of the artists Steve Bug & Matthias Tanzmann is unnecessary. This genial duo has teamed up once again for their second strike to follow up on their previously released 'Tanzbug EP,' released in spring 2005. The A-side presents 'Shick,' a dark minimal pusher. Permanent sticks hold the tempo, while a dark but dirty melody slowly rises up and starts to lead the track. After a short break, 'Shick' evolves its whole sable grandeur. Take your time to enjoy this one.. On the B-side, you find another strong bit. 'Shock' is less dark but more funky. Shuffling hi-hats, a jumping bassline and some short chords qualify 'Shock's' heavy demand on the dancefloor. A thin open hi-hat makes grooves on and on and a short ear candy melody won't leave your head for hours. Do we need anything else? Don't think so..."

Artist:	BERKSON & JAMES WHAT, DAN
Title:	The Dig
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$12.00
Catalog #:	PFR 070EP

"Dan Berkson & James What are a newly-formed London based production and live performance duo. hey are now putting together a unique live PA featuring their own tracks mixed and reworked on laptops along with live synths. 'The Dig' is their debut release on Poker Flat, on which they wanted to achieve an organic-sounding record, using analogue synthesizers and noises blended with percussive sounds they recorded in the studio with various objects and vocals. Tweaked monosynth lines and rich polyphonic pads are featured on most tracks, and single note patterns of various timbre often reinforce the grooves. The title track on the A-side is as simple as effective and the name relates to some of the percussion parts which reminded them of a rodent digging a hole in the ground. All tracks speak of sweet, riding rhythms and nights full of action. Pure quality."

Artist:	TRENTEMŲLLER
Title:	Nam Nam EP
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$12.00
Catalog #:	PFR 071EP

"Recently voted 'hottest newcomer' in several international music magazines, the Danish producer Anders Trentemųller took a break from working on his almost completed debut album to finish a brand new slamming three track EP. After 'Polar Shift' and 'Sunstroke' these new and quite different tracks prove once more Trentemųller's outstanding ability to create atmospheric and significant songs in his own, unique handwriting: he adds layer upon layer of sound and instruments which fall into place perfectly, whilst seeming, at the same time, to be dangerously non-compatible. The fascination of his music lays within the contrast between large, vast echo chambers and sharp, direct in-your-face sound bites. The title track 'Nam Nam' on the A1 proves that dance music can be much more than just a functional dancefloor tool. A mere few, but well-chosen, figures and instruments carry on the plot in perfect harmony. 'Vamp Vinyl Edit' on A2 reveals a first glimpse of the upcoming Trentemųller album. This jazzy tune features a bombastically cool bass-lick, accompanied by a snappy brush and easygoing snaps, giving air to an ultra cool, relaxed mood. Finally 'Killer Kat' on the flip side is a pure peak-time weapon with a funky, rolling bassline, sharp claps and hi-hats, topped off with some tricky gadgetry."

Artist:	MÄRTINI BRÖS
Title:	Tracks From the Lab Part 3
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$10.00
Catalog #:	PFR 072EP

The Märtini Brös present to you the third part of their current single series Tracks From The Lab. This latest installment features three hot tracks straight out of their Berlin-based lab. On the A-side, you'll find a track that unfolds its beauty with a blend of cool, dry Märtini Brös sounds and elements of trance, softly changing sound tips and some mystic soundscapes. On the flip side, there is a smart groovin' deep bassmonster, ennobled by some impish vocal parts. The final plays around with several funny melodies, and is the most clubby one in this trilogy. This is delicious music.

Artist:	LANDSKY, MARTIN
Title:	1000 Miles/Loco Dice Rmx
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$10.00
Catalog #:	PFR 073EP

This is Martin Landsky's first musical output in 2006. With this release, he has created a dark and monumental piece, using simple but effective sound patterns, repeating them by adding nice delays and other smart fx, step by step slowly building it up in tremendously hypnotic fashion. Striking indeed! On the flip side it's Loco Dice -- his remix of "1000 Miles" is less dark, more funky, smartly playing around with some short soundtips, gliding softly towards a quiet break, before evolving to full power. This 12" will definitely be a guiding light for the summer, especially on the magic island of Ibiza!

Artist:	ARGY
Title:	La Pasion
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$10.00
Catalog #:	PFR 074EP

Argy takes on the challenge to compose this year's summer soundtrack. From South America, to Africa and Persia, the young artist presents us his global music influences through a modern-electronic sound. "La Pasion," a collaboration with singer Lara Ramos, clearly presents the artist's passion for house music. "Third Night in Lebanon" is a reduced percussive piece with an intelligent arrangement of organic sounds, while the final track treats us to a sweeter, mood-changing experience. "The Waves" is structured around a steady groove of airy and wet percussion layered with intriguing, spacey effects. Once again the young Greek combines innovative production with a raw sound full of passion and soul.

Artist:	HOLDER, NICK
Title:	Erotic Illusions
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$10.00
Catalog #:	PFR 075EP

Nick Holder, owner of Toronto's acclaimed DNH and Treehouse Records, has been producing underground house music for more than ten years. Nick's work spans from disco loops to minimal Chicago style and many of his records have become timeless classics. "Erotic Illusions" is a timeless hit that has been in Steve Bug and Martin Landsky's boxes for a long time now. The A-side starts with some twisted synths and keeps things minimal but unerring. A kind of oldschool-newschool adventure. On B1 is the original version from 1991, sounding absolutely up-to-date. The mix on B2 features an old-school bass line and spoken word by Gentle Aura, paired with new-school synths and an exciting arrangement -- another extraordinary rework of this classic tune.

Artist:	TRENTEMŲLLER
Title:	Always Something Better
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$10.00
Catalog #:	PFR 076EP

This is a single outtake from Anders Trentemųller's The Last Resort. The featured album track is "Always Something Better," with a vocal version featuring Richard Davis set in an easy going groove and some wonderful Celesta chords. The A1 slot is reserved for the Trentemųller remix, a true dancefloor anthem with a kicking bass drum and quirky sounds. The dub mix on B1 finds Matthew Herbert contributing his very own interpretation, disrupting and rearranging the original sounds and song structures to create a new and unsettled soundscape. Big one.

Artist:	BERKSON & JAMES WHAT, DAN
Title:	Cantina
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$10.00
Catalog #:	PFR 077EP

Dan Berkson & James What already received loads of respect, plays and big ups for their Poker Flat debut 12" The Dig. On this 3-tracker, Dan & James continue searching for unusual sounds while keeping a musical and organic vibe. While each track explores fresh sonic territory, they also focus on the dancefloor. The A-side is named after the intergalactic tavern where everyone's favorite space heroes meet for the first time. On B1, Dan & James return to their roots as circus performers, while "Last Train" is a tripped-out nocturnal adventure into deeper house sounds on B2.

Artist:	BUTTRICH, MARTIN
Title:	Cloudy Bay
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$10.00
Catalog #:	PFR 078EP

Martin Buttrich is a Germany-based producer and ingenious mastermind behind the Time Tools studio and co-producer for high profile artists like Timo Maas or Loco Dice. Cloudy Bay is his debut EP for Poker Flat. The first track is catchy and simply beautiful, with exciting strings and a wicked break. Massive tune! The B-side holds two more high-spirited tracks with "What's Your Name" being a bit more relaxed and deep, while "Lazy Bastard" edges upwards again to a good pace with a great arrangement and a 100% positive vibe.

Artist:	SCHNEIDER, GUIDO
Title:	Transmission
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$10.00
Catalog #:	PFR 079EP

After his groundbreaking debut album Focus On: Guido Schneider, Guido Schneider returns with a new stunning EP on Poker Flat. Transmission is even more proof of Guido's great production skills, presenting two excellent tracks which explore his signature sound even further. The title track "Transmission" is a pure rhythmic and percussive affair, showcasing a vast array of drums from kongas to bongos, and sticks to shakers to build a hypnotizing, highly energetic soundscape. A buzzing chant by Florian Schirmacher adds a sacral atmosphere to the track. "Halo" manoeuvers through mainly percussive terrain, but contains more impulsive and funky elements. Check the well-timed cue of the deep bassline -- this is ace and gives this track an extra claim to fame.

Artist:	STEVE BUG
Title:	Wet 'n' Dry EP
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$10.00
Catalog #:	PFR 080EP

Poker Flat label head Steve Bug returns with a new 12", Wet 'n' Dry. "Wet" kicks off with punchy kick'n'shakers and a dark chord sneaks up from behind and slowly makes your feet move, before the irresistibly groovy bassline comes in and paves the way for a slow rising climax. Very nice fresh'n'funky synths take the lead after the break. "Dry" spreads a darker atmosphere with straight-up textured cuts and acid-reduced elements. Synth stabs, a dry bassline and a manic melody sequence characterize the track and start to erupt after the middle part to tighten the tension.

Artist:	TRENTEMŲLLER
Title:	Moan (Black Label)
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$10.00
Catalog #:	PFR 081EP

The second single from The Last Resort. For the A-side, Trentemųller himself created a brilliant remix of the "Moan" vocal version, which has been released on the bonus CD of the limited edition album only. Trentemųller managed to keep the mystic melancholic vibe of the track featuring the vocals of Danish talent Ane Trolle, but adds punchy drums, screaming synths and some more guitars to guarantee serious dancefloor action. Radioslave, aka Matt Edwards, aka Rekid, aka Quiet Village, contributed a great remix on the flipside. Slowly building over reduced drum patterns, their mix culminates in a manic wall of sound.

Artist:	LANDSKY, MARTIN
Title:	Let Me Dance
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$10.00
Catalog #:	PFR 082EP

"Let Me Dance" is asking for joint dance action with spoken word shreds, driving synth-lines and a snappy beat. Compared to his recent releases, "Let Me Dance" is a true and wonderful old-school affair that reveals the deeper and more house-y facet of Martin Landsky in an impressive way. Sebo K, one of the most in-demand producers of the moment, contributed a fantastic remix. Sebo picks up on the vibe of the original and makes it even more house-y and adds a tighter beat.

Artist:	BRIKHA, ARIL
Title:	Akire
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$10.00
Catalog #:	PFR 083EP

Sweden's Aril Brikha is the author of the 1998 debut "Groove La Chord," which remains a tech house big floor classic and his live-sets have been highly appreciated all over the world. Brikha joins Poker Flat with a welcome dose of hi-end melodic deep techno soul. "Akire" wins quickly with its dark dirty bass line grooves, light sample work and atmospheric build-ups. "Life Like" builds up softly and tweaks out with strong percussion complemented by subtle kicks and surges. "To Begin" features a straightforward funky bassline and dry percussion, making it a straight-up floor-shaker. Brikha has dropped eclectic elements of electronic music, weaving warm hooks and spacey disco techno, resulting in his well-known spacious atmosphere.

Artist:	WINK
Title:	Thick As Thieves
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$10.00
Catalog #:	PFR 084EP

Wink -- does this name need any further introduction? Philadelphia-based Josh Wink is one of the pioneers of techno and allied styles. Now, this is his debut 12" on Poker Flat, and holds two strong tracks in typical Wink style, both infected with his sophisticated 303 lines. "Thick As Thieves" is almost ten minutes of Wink-ish madness, modulation and transformation. "Acid Tonic" brings us some timeless and funky acid. Going on and on and on and on... superb work that will drive your crowd completely nuts.

Artist:	SAMUEL, JEFF
Title:	Fire
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$10.00
Catalog #:	PFR 086EP

Jeff Samuel has been constantly building his profile as a DJ, producer and remixer over the last few years and released his debut album on Trapez in 2006. Fire is a great, snappy and propellent tune with some squeaking synths and a stomping beat. The first remix is by Claude VonStroke, who adds more dirt and distortion, while St. Sebastian focuses on squeaky tunes and rebuilds the track with a messy break in the middle. An awesome package that will set the dancefloors on fire.

Artist:	MARTINI BROS
Title:	From Buleaux
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$10.00
Catalog #:	PFR 090EP

The Märtini Brös., Clé and Mike Vamp, are back on Poker Flat with From Buleaux, including a Konrad Black remix. "From Buleaux" is a cool, snappy track with a nice bassy synth-line. As there are always two camps, the A-side includes this non-vocal version for the purists and "From Buleaux," the vocal-peppered song format. On the B-side, Konrad Black concentrates on the clubbing side of things and builds an utterly splendid dancefloor bomb.

Artist:	MURAKAMI, RYO
Title:	Down The Sky
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$11.00
Catalog #:	PFR 095EP

Tokyo's Ryo Murakami presents Down The Sky, coolly influenced by old school house and recent European forays into night music. Ryo demonstrates a heavy aptitude for stripped-down futurism, with staccato, jilted beats joined by layers of padded synth structures, looming somewhere between light and darkness. Greek maestro Argy creates a stunning hi-tech remix, complete with dub-influenced chord stabs and tripped-out washes of delay. "Coke" is a stronger, peak-time groove that never lets up, with layers of spaced-out, pitching fx. Brain-tingling.

Artist:	VINCENZO
Title:	The Phantom Image
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$12.00
Catalog #:	PFR 096EP

This is Vincenzo's first-ever release on the Poker Flat imprint. "The Phantom Image" is a teasing, acid-tweaked club tool, stripped and refined. It burns slowly from both ends and builds in classic style. Flip over, and you'll find two more seriously deviated cuts, in the form of Steve Bug's edit of "The Fruit Fly," and Vincenzo's original mix. Both mixes raise the intensity from the late-night tripping atmosphere straight into peak-time, Poker Flat-style.

Artist:	CHARDRONNET VS. DAVID DURANGO, PATRICK
Title:	Days Like These/Move With Me
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$12.00
Catalog #:	PFR 097EP

Chardronnet and Durango are known in celestial circles as the lords of movement and melody. Chardronnet's "Days Like These" promises to groove from start to unwanted finish, with power and soul. Its language of softly-spoken synth stabs and elegant, building syntaxes are beautifully expressed. Durango's "Move With Me" taps into the more cerebral zones with nervous, intricate percussion, tweaked-out delays and charged reverb washes. Deep, subconscious, and mysterious stuff.

Artist:	DJ T.
Title:	After Dark
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$12.00
Catalog #:	PFR 099EP

DJ T. aka Thomas Koch, has been a main-player in Germany's house and techno scene for over two decades. From his forward-thinking productions on his own Get Physical, to the high-standard-setting Groove Magazine, first published in 1989 -- of which he is still the publisher, T is a huge force. "After Dark" is a shuffling trip that phases between warm percussion and soft robot synth lines. "Before Light" has chunky bass energy and an irresistible, worthy groove. Deep.

Artist:	D.H.S.
Title:	House Of God (The Poker Flat Mixes)
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$12.00
Catalog #:	PFR 100EP

Almost 20 years after its original release, D.H.S.'s classic "House of God" (DHS = Dimensional Holofonic Sound) is back. Championed in Germany by techno innovators such as Sven Väth in 1989/1990, the track quickly reached cult status. DHS is the techno alias of San Francisco-based electronic musician and Meat Beat Manifesto member Ben Stokes. Three new mixes include Phonique's cheeky jacking track, Martin Landsky with a powerful club remix, and an updated DHS version that is functional dark house energy.

Artist:	FLOWER, SIMON
Title:	Phosphenes (feat. Efdemin Remix)
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$12.00
Catalog #:	PFR 101EP

With releases on Moon Harbour, Curl Curl, Railyard and Poker Flat, Simon Flower is one of New Zealand's top exports. Phosphenes contains two slabs of irrepressible dancefloor action, complete with a slow-burning deep-techno remix by Efdemin. "Phosphenes" is a chemically-induced affair that touches the darker areas of Flower's production techniques. Sinister background atmospheres churn beneath a strong kick and stuttering micro-elements. The track builds and releases a huge bass line that drives the dark-funk energy forward with intensity and urgency.

Artist:	BURNSKI
Title:	Draw Your Sword
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$12.00
Catalog #:	PFR 102EP

UK young blood Burnski builds on the solid, no-nonsense aesthetics of his previous work with a unique vision of today's club sound. Quite the picture of current hybrid trends between old vs. new, "Draw Your Sword" infuses classic Chicago jackin' beats with a soaring anthemic hook. "Sleep" maintains Burnski's clear love of the deep, jacking grooves of his American cousins, painting a vivid and bold picture of modern, teched-up, soulful house music. Serious dancefloor moments of tension and joyous resolve.

Artist:	STEVE BUG
Title:	Two Of A Kind
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$12.00
Catalog #:	PFR 103EP

Poker Flat owner and visionary DJ & producer Steve Bug drops a full-length teaser with Two Of A Kind. Once again joining forces with long-time compadre Clé of Märtini Brös fame, the pair whip up a deep storm, resulting in the solemn midnight swagger of "Month Of Sip." Cool, metallic pads and trademark tight drums lay the groundwork for a momentous, twisted synth line. Full of tension, drama and style, it's a track that will define the night's dancefloor adventures.

Artist:	VINCENZO
Title:	Presents The Phantom Image: Thizz Izzz The Lab
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$12.00
Catalog #:	PFR 104EP

Vincenzo presents "The Phantom Image," his alias and name-sake for more techy workouts. Seamlessly melding classic acid-house and techno beats with up-to-date, futuristic sounds, these two cuts wander into tougher, tool-y territories. "Thizz Izzz" introduces a strong, tweaking, future-acid vibe that slowly evolves, coupled with a super-sub bass line for a monster dark room jam. "The Lab" is an earthy, rolling techno jam whose melodic synths fit between solid and tactile analog beats.

Artist:	HEILBRONN, MATTHIAS
Title:	The Jungle Dub EP
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$10.00
Catalog #:	PFR WHITE02

This is the second volume in Poker Flat's 12" series. Matthias Heilbronn's The Jungle Dub EP reveals the more techy and reduced side of his musical creativity. "Do It Right" kicks off with a groovy and hypnotic bass-loop which paves the way for cascading synth lines and a funky melody. "Jungle In The City" is another tech-house dancefloor track. It keeps the mystic vibe, but adds a darker atmosphere and features loads of soundbits from the jungle.

Artist:	LOEWEN, MAIK
Title:	Even If You Sleep EP
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$11.00
Catalog #:	PFR WHITE03

Maik Loewen is at the forefront of talented artists emerging from Cologne and his new EP Even If You Sleep captivates with straight dancefloor functionality charged with many elaborate, subtle details and brilliant, groovy sounds. These three tracks nicely explore different nuances of Loewen's sound. The funky and uplifting "Napping At The Switch" spreads a positive energetic vibe, while "Bright Night" comes in a darker vein, before the nerdy "Night Shift" rounds it all off.

Artist:	KABAR, GAMAL
Title:	The Filth
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$12.00
Catalog #:	PFR WHITE04

London-based DJ and producer Gamal Kabar makes his debut on Poker Flat White with "The Filth," a pumping and hypnotic techno tune. "Critical Times (We Are Fucked)" is a brilliantly reduced floorshaker with freaky synths. The 3Channels duo add a remix, keeping the driving tightness of the original while adding new beats to the track. They rearranged Gamal's freaked-out synths and built them back up again subtly, letting them erupt in raw, uncontrolled peaks.

Artist:	MARTINI BROS
Title:	The MB Factor
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$15.50
Catalog #:	PFRLTD 001CD

Ten years on from their first-ever 12" release on Steve Bug's historic Raw Elements imprint, Berlin's Märtini Brös (aka Clé and Mike Vamp) are still causing waves across the electronic music community with their unique ability to combine utterly funky, floor-melting electronic dance tracks and a natural songwriting musical ability that often defies belief. On the new 10-year anniversary album The MB Factor, the Märtini Brös melt their own favorite tracks from the past ten years alongside six new exclusive tracks into one exciting flow. Carefully edited and remastered material from the early days blends well with new tracks into a seductive time travel. Filled to the rim with 19 tracks, the new album contains the hits like "Dance Like It's O.K." or "Love The Machine," alongside rare tracks as well as the highlights from the best single releases, topped off with six brand new and exclusive tracks plus two new exclusive versions! With remixes and collaborations, the Märtini Brös are accompanied by an array of prominent musicians: DJ Koze, The Tease, Detroit Grand Pubahs, Robag Wruhme, Roxintra Thompson, Prins Thomas, Jacktronix, Karaoke Brös and Tigerlily.

Artist:	TRENTEMŲLLER
Title:	Live In Concert EP: Roskilde Festival 2007
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	CD
Price:	$14.50
Catalog #:	PFRLTD 002CD

Following the success of Trentemųller's debut album -- the multi-award winning The Last Resort in 2006 and the double-album The Trentemųller Chronicles in 2007 -- the new Live In Concert EP is a must-have item for all Trentemųller fans. As the cover suggests, the EP includes songs from The Last Resort in brilliant live versions. These exclusive recordings of tracks, complete with an ecstatic 25,000-strong crowd in the background literally floating on air, were taken from a magical live show at the Roskilde Festival, Denmark, 2007, and need to be heard to be believed! The package also includes three new remixes and versions from Mikael Simpson, Kasper Bjųrke and Gluteus Maximus. Danish producer, remixer, DJ and live performer Anders Trentemųller has risen to the heights of international success usually only connected with artists in more mainstream, pop realms. His outstanding skills and talent for heart-wrenching melodic moments, fused with his trademark hi-tech dancefloor minimalism, have helped him gain fans across the globe, and blur the boundaries between cutting-edge, underground quality and mass appreciation. Trentemųller has proven that he can not only work the dancefloor into a frenzy, but also has an exquisite ear for melodies and song structures that most could only wish for. His numerous singles and remixes, spearheaded by two exceptional and award-winning albums, The Last Resort (2006), and The Trentemųller Chronicles (2007) gained him all manner of praise, from press accolades to a non-stop sell-out world tour. After countless requests for live recordings, Poker Flat is thrilled to announce this very special showcase of Trentemųller Live In Concert. If you wish you could have been there, now you are.

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Artist:	VA
Title:	Poker Flat Vol. 2 - Mixed By Martin Landsky
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	2LP
Price:	$20.00
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Title:	Poker Flat: Volume 4
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	2CD
Price:	$15.00
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Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$10.00
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Title:	Zeitgeist EP
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$10.00
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Title:	Silicon Ballet EP
Label:	POKER FLAT (GERMANY)
Format:	12"
Price:	$10.00
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