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WOLF 038EP
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Dutch imprint Wolfskuil Records continues their Secret Weapons series. Each track is a heavy-hitter, exposes three different approaches to peak-time techno. Doka's "Inure" starts thing off with a pummeling introduction full of wavering energy, tense murky depths, and a startling synth line. A much rougher, more distorted cut appears with Cadans & Kracht's "Lompret", summoning up warehouse memories with its echoing rough percussive hits that clamor for attention over an overdriven, crunchy backdrop. Tim Wollf's "Overt Agent" builds up from dense, groove-ridden beginnings into a climactic crowd pleaser, with a progressive surge of energy fed alongside a Detroit-inspired arrangement.
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WOLF 037EP
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London-based Rumah offers his unique take on peak time techno. He debuts in solo on Darko Esser's Wolfskuil with A View To The Sea EP. The EP opens with the dynamic, multilayered atmosphere of the loop driven "A View To The Sea," followed by "Tobsha," which rushes in with Detroit infused riffs and echoing vocal samples. "DOR" kicks off with a sinister groove and a concrete, infectious rhythm, genuinely combined with fading melodic pads. The closing track "Brief Reel" starts off stripped to each analog elements, slowly building up to a track perfectly suited for closing a set.
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WOLF 036EP
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Dutch producer Cadans delivers four energetic dancefloor monsters. "Hollow Funk" kicks off with an erratic drum pattern which slowly builds into frenetic raw claps and a very danceable bass kick. "Got Woodblock" serves up a dose of suspense as a hollow pitter-patter echoes throughout. "Vocal Exercise" delivers a myriad of percussions which perfectly harmonize between a beautiful orchestral interval. "Papercuts" is conceived with his brother Kracht, and slows down the tempo while still maintaining the industrial flavor of is elements, together with deep vocals and lively hi-hats.
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WOLF 035EP
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Najem Sworb presents Rad Velc EP on Worflskuil Records. Rad Velc EP features four original tracks playing upon the themes of house and techno. "K-159" with a fierce relentless bass and squeaky pads ending in a harmonic disarray while "K-166" follows in a similar suit rather with a dub inspired rhythms. On the flipside, Najem Sworb switches up the vibe with "K-abL" which illustrates the artists more house influences with mystical synth lines. "K-177" demonstrates his knack for techno, delivering an explosive device fit for the dance floor.
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WOLF 034EP
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Wolfskuil presents emerging artists Discrete Circuit, Rumah, and Nettling, who deliver one track apiece to showcase their personal styles. Discrete Circuit's "Gamma Decay" launches straight into a rapid and incessant bassline with raw claps in the unfiltered style that Discrete Circuit debuted on Delsin in 2015. Rumah dives deeper into the realm of sound with "I'm Sick Until They Sack Me," loosing oscillating chords into the atmosphere, while Nettling's "Cycle" exudes the energy of static electricity.
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WOLF 002LP
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Juan Rico aka Reeko continues to fine-tune his dark and often abstract take on techno under his Architectural guise with Amour, a perfect mix between straightforward techno and ambient passages. Rico is a consistent and reliable ambassador of a Spanish techno scene that has brought forth artists ranging from Oscar Mulero to Tadeo. Under his Architectural alias, Rico has developed a penchant for perfectly interlocking sonic elements and for a structural sensibility that delivers on the promises of advanced engineering implied by his artist's pseudonym. So just what kind of architecture is in store for listeners on this album? One immediately gets the impression of something massive and towering, yet open to the elements and with a fascinating view of the surrounding landscape for miles around. This feel comes through especially clear on the opening "Aura," the poignant and chorally inflected "Il Mare," and the closing "Sentir." In Rico's imaginary structures one can feel both the wind on one's face and the steady, unfaltering pulse of the power grid. This is the case with the remarkably colorful "Lacrimosa," which is powered by a "vintage futuristic" solo synth singing over a backing chorus of chopped and chattering electric current. It also holds true for "Delicatezza," in which a huge, yawning orchestral swell repeatedly crashes down like ocean waves upon the supporting structure of Rico's techno towers. These moments of cinematic and climactic beauty would, on their own, be enough material for an outstanding work, but there is still more; tracks like "Sapphire" take a more straightforward hypnotic techno approach (only relatively speaking, though -- in Rico's hands a "straightforward" track is still one that uses atmospheric subtleties, organic effects, and a balanced EQ mix to maintain a healthy distance from more conformist exercises). When Rico truly gives himself room to stretch out -- as on the epic "Amour" -- he also shows how easily he can turn the challenge of a lengthy track into an opportunity for more innovation and further elaboration of his key concepts. "Amour" acts very much as the centerpiece of the album, morphing from a scintillating piece of celestial ambience to a busy groove-train loaded with a cargo of unexpected percussive and melodic fills. For listeners who value both lush musical dreamscapes and hard excursions into concrete reality, Amour is the perfect antidote to the conventional album, and a welcome companion on listeners' own journeys into new dreams and realities.
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WOLF 032EP
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Amsterdam-based Doka presents his third Wolfskuil release, a three-track EP including an original production, "Ask," and two stellar, complimentary remixes from NX1 and Aiken. Doka delivers a raw, melodic track, stripped down with pounding percussion, while unrefined static dances above the beat. Barcelona-based Rising Label owners NX1 manipulate the rhythm of the synth into an elegant hypnotic drive. Madrileño Aiken (Non Series, Semantica) gives the track a whole new flavor, as a throbbing bass sends vibrations through your body while agitated chords flutter throughout. All three tracks, intense and pulsating, are powerful tools for the climax of any set.
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WOLF 031EP
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The mighty Qindek returns to Wolfskuil for his sophomore hypnotic workout. On this three-track EP he showcases his unique talent for melodic-sounding atonal sequencing (if that makes any sense) and stripped-down grooves. In title-track "Modu" he stretches his signature sound to almost epic proportions. Over the span of 12 minutes he stretches and bends a seemingly simple idea like rubber without losing a second's tension. Both "Due" and "Krux" are sophisticated dancefloor DJ tools dripping with atmosphere and depth. Two perfect secret peak-time weapons for those who know.
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WOLF 030EP
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Dutch legend and Wolfskuil inner circle member Benny Rodrigues returns to the label for a fresh 12". "The Choice Is Mine" might be the most freaked-out and modulated exercise Benny has yet to unleash upon the world. No four bars in this mental trip are the same, ever-evolving around a sequence that brings old '90s warehouse techno to mind. A peak-time monster like this deserves a royal rework, and Berghain resident/Dystopian head-honcho Rødhåd happily agreed to give his own unique vision of the original. The result is stunning, psychedelic and with a little unexpected surprise.
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WOLF 029EP
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Doka returns to Wolfskuil with a relentless techno 12". A concept EP based on Figures translated to sequences. "Figure 8" leaves no doubt about what this EP is all about: sweat on the dancefloor. On a foundation of distorted kicks and percussion, an almost alien-esque, out of sync synth pattern emerges and evolves. "Figure 4" explores more dubby and spaced-out areas on a slow, but solid drum track. On the flip things open, even warm up thanks to an acidic bass line and dreamy pads. "Figures" is a disturbing drone and an ambigious ending to an EP where Doka showcases his enormous talent.
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WOLF 028EP
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Wolfskuil Records presents the second in their two-part 12" series from Belgian producer Ozka. On part two we explore Ozka's other musical sides -- house, electro, and even more leftfield-oriented non-dancefloor territory. "Highway at Night" and "Kaleidoscopes" are two beautiful, house-y gems, moody, sad, and funky. The flip kicks off with the relentless electro of "Noise Dynamo" before taking the foot off the gas pedal with two fantastic leftfield/electronica tunes in the form of "Abyss Requiem" and "Lucarne."
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WOLF 027EP
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Whether it be techno, house, electronic, or bass music, Belgian producer Ozka's unique take always sounds fresh. This is a two-part 12" series where Ozka showcases his versatility and craftsmanship. Tiny Pleasures Part 1 focuses more on the techno side of things. All four tracks have their own distinct sound signature and ambiance. From straightforward techno to wobbly offbeat and shuffling, sequenced futurism, Ozka always sounds like none other but himself.
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WOLF 026EP
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Wolfskuil recording artist Thomas Lauren presents new techno project Qindek, that sees the artist moving away from his melodic background into uncharted abstract territories without losing the warmth and depth you've come to know him for. Three tracks (two originals and one live jam with Digga) are on this EP, each with their own distinct character. The title-track is a psychedelic little monster which received support from Peter van Hoesen and Sandrien in the demo stage.
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WOLF 025EP
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Doka's uncompromising, relentless techno productions have been extensively road-tested, leaving dancefloors in tatters. So it's due time for his first vinyl release. "Exigent" is subtle, but don't be fooled by its deceiving friendliness. This is peak-time techno at its best: big breakdowns and climaxes, timed perfectly for maximum effect. "Ximul" reminds of old '90s Speedy J releases on Nova Mute with its gruesome, acidic bass-line and industrial sound design. "Kahn" is made of the same cloth, but takes it more on the hypnotic tip.
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WOLF 024EP
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Arjuna Schiks' epic "Hua Hun" is unleashed onto the masses and includes two amazing remixes from melodic wizards Aril Brikha and Applescal. "Hua Hun" has everything a perfect summer tune needs: a feel-good vibe, an unforgettable hook, soothing vocals and an uplifting rhythm section. It's almost a pop song, crafted in the best Gui Boratto/Kompakt tradition, but at the same time very different and a bit more nasty.
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WOLF 023EP
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Amer returns to Wolfskuil Records with a fierce piece of dancefloor music and a new guise, Bas Amro. "Cog In The Machine" clearly shows Bas exploring new territory without losing sight of the funk and soul. This is peak-time EDM perfectly settled on the borders where house and techno meet, with a relentless energy that would top your average tornado. UK funk protagonist Mr. G is aboard for a rework. Simply irresistible.
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WOLF 022EP
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Tim Wolff's pure, stripped-down and uptempo techno productions fit Wolfskuil Records perfectly. Get ready for uncompromising, big-room techno. The title track is a relentless, peak-time monster. Old school piano stabs are accompanied by an enflamed speech, pounding rhythms and a huge breakdown, reminiscent of Dave Clarke's '90s classics. On remix duties are Dutch studio wunderkind Quince and Wolfskuil label boss Darko Esser. Quince delivers a stripped-down, dubbed-out funkcersize that's as much a deep hypnotic excursion as a prime time secret weapon.
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WOLF 020EP
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Legendary Dutch producer Patch Park makes his debut on the Wolfskuil label. Making waves in the '90s in the progressive house scene, Mr. Park has made a name for himself with huge techno and house releases on Renaissance and Be As One. The result of behaving bad is three high-quality, deep and hypnotic tech-house groovers. Patch has outdone himself by taking us on a mad trip into the dark side of his mind.
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WOLF 018EP
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Ireland's Ian O'Donovan has already received massive support from Laurent Garnier, Dave Clarke, John Digweed, and Darko Esser. "En Verano" is a true, Detroit-influenced techno anthem at its best. Ian builds the two mixes of the track, both carefully arranged and orchestrated. In the house-y "Dawn Mix," the main piano melody is introduced with perfect timing in a stunning breakdown, with layered piano themes and extra melodies in different harmonies and structures. A truly amazing piece of work.
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WOLF 017.4EP
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This is the fourth volume in a series of 12"s containing tracks from Darko Esser's album Balans (WOLF 001CD/LP). For the fourth and last part, Darko has asked his good friends Gene Le Fosse, Giorgos Gatzigristos, Warren Fellow and Piet van Dongen for a proper rework. Gene delivers a solid roller, with a drive like an unstoppable techno train, while Giorgos' version is experimental in nature, without losing sight of a proper hook. Quirky sounds, heavy effects.
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WOLF 017.3EP
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This is the third volume in a series of 12"s containing tracks from Darko Esser's album Balans (WOLF 001CD/LP). Chymera kicks off a proper old-school mix, which brings to mind timeless, early '90s E-Dancer and Reese compositions. He makes the bass line bite, growl and howl like the best Saunderson productions back in the day. More Detroit vibes on the regular remix, which takes a bit of the acid out of the original and replaces it with those melancholic Motor City strings.
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WOLF 017.2EP
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Wolfskuil Records presents part 2 of a 4-part series of remixes from Darko Esser's debut album Balans. Claro Intelecto makes "The Return" a square bass extravaganza and more house-oriented than ever. Benny Rodrigues' re-rub of "The Goodbye Song" is a slow, hypnotic builder that has been causing mayhem. There are also two remixes from Stephen Brown -- mix #1 of "Fix" is a jacking Chicago dancefloor tool, whereas mix #2 goes deep into the Detroit realms for some proper emo techno.
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WOLF 017.1EP
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Wolfskuil Records presents part 1 of a 4-part series of remixes from Darko Esser's debut album Balans. Nicolas Masseyeff turns the ambient/electronica of "Teardrops" into an epic dancefloor track. André Lodemann remixed the title track and created a beautiful deep house tune where everything is completely balanced. Darko's musical partner in crime Nuno Dos Santos remixed "Teardrops" into stunning electronica for the floor.
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WOLF 001LP
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2x12" version. This is the debut full-length release by Dutch DJ/producer and Wolfskuil label-head, Darko Esser. Music, work, friends and life in general is all about balance -- especially about finding and keeping that balance despite all the contradictions, rollercoaster-rides and paradoxes life can put in front of you. Besides his signature dancefloor-oriented music, Balans also showcases a different side of Darko -- he experiments with different tempos (listen to the downtempo electronica of "Broken" and "The Goodbye Song," for example), structures (hear the freaked-out beats versus emotion-ridden melodies on "Dobro Jutro"), melodies (the multilayered and detailed ambient on "Teardrops,") and of course, rhythms, expressed beautifully on "Pechvogel," where amen-breaks battle with 4/4 rhythms.
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WOLF 001CD
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This is the debut full-length release by Dutch DJ/producer and Wolfskuil label-head, Darko Esser. Music, work, friends and life in general is all about balance -- especially about finding and keeping that balance despite all the contradictions, rollercoaster-rides and paradoxes life can put in front of you. Besides his signature dancefloor-oriented music, Balans also showcases a different side of Darko -- he experiments with different tempos (listen to the downtempo electronica of "Broken" and "The Goodbye Song," for example), structures (hear the freaked-out beats versus emotion-ridden melodies on "Dobro Jutro"), melodies (the multilayered and detailed ambient on "Teardrops,") and of course, rhythms, expressed beautifully on "Pechvogel," where amen-breaks battle with 4/4 rhythms. Most tracks on the album have opposing titles and the atmosphere changes from dark, moody and emotional to uplifting, cheerful and happy, sometimes even within the same track, as can be heard in full effect on "Balans." One could musically summarize the whole album as an in-depth excursion into the world of melody, resulting in catchy yet unusually-arranged compositions. The first feedback on the album has been overwhelming, and "Teardrops" has already been licensed as the closing-track on Dave Seaman's Renaissance Master Series compilation. Balans is the first artist album to come out on Wolfskuil Records, and it will certainly not be the last.
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