Following the EP from PICTURE, the alias project of Aarhus' CENTRAL, comes catalogue number 5 on ELEKTORNI! Previously unreleased work under an alias from BJØRN TORSKE, the driving force of Norwegian disco, who won over countless listeners with his early and mid-career releases on FEROX and SEX TAGS MANIA, and continues to produce psychedelic mater ...Read more (Original Japanese text by Akie)ial for the likes of SMALLTOWN SUPERSOUND and FULL PUPP. "Lilladat 2" (sample 1) pairs a deeply raw-vibed halftime beat with mellow synths. "Yamadoor" (sample 2) is experimental machine funk that rushes along at an uplifting pitch — both killer, and a superb reissue. (Original Japanese text by Akie)

The latest release from 〈CURATED BY TIME〉, run by BALDO—who has also handled the SKYMASTER reissue and re-released tracks like 100 HZ! 〈PLASTIC CITY〉 Veteran artist KENNETH GRAHAM (aka KAGE)—who has consistently released music on prestigious house and techno labels such as 〈OVUM〉, 〈IMMIGRANT〉, 〈SPECTRAL SOUND〉, and 〈GROOVE ON〉—has teamed up with DJ ...Read more (Original Japanese text by Akie) KUYA to reissue their 1999 EP “Westward.” Tracks include “Shadows” (sample 2), a light and bouncy minimal track featuring hand percussion and keyboards, and “Words” (sample 1), where piano layers sweetly over innovative two-step breakbeats. (Original Japanese text by Akie)

スティーブ・ライヒの引用を思わせる冒頭から、陽性のバレアリック~フラワーサイケな90sハウス。オールドスクール感とミニマルミュージックやリズミックな実験も感じさせるエンターテイメント。ブレイクビート、プログレッシヴハウスなどをキーワードにどれもフロアでの有用性バッチリの４トラックス。ストックしました。 (サイトウ)

A key figure in the Naples synth-pop and electronic dance music scene, WHODAMANNY—known for releases on labels like GRAVITY GRAFFITI and UNTHANK, and currently a core artist at the highly popular PERIODICA RECORDS—presents this highly anticipated project! The highlight is undoubtedly the rework of GIOIA’s “No Secrets.” While the A1 track—featuring ...Read more (Original Japanese text by Akie)a vocal cover by HUGO IGLESIAS OLMOS—is certainly noteworthy, the “No Secrets (Whodamanny Ambient Version)” (sample 1) is particularly skillful, making the most of the original track’s laid-back, floating drums while smoothing out the high frequencies. (Original Japanese text by Akie)

〈SLEEVE RECORDS〉—which has also handled reissues of OPEN SPACES and INCENTIVE—has released its latest work after a long hiatus! Riding the wave of the Italo house revival, they’ve set out to reissue the cult classic DOLPHINS “Ocean EP,” which had been commanding premium prices. Highlights include the minimal Italo-progressive track “Spellbound (Tra ...Read more (Original Japanese text by Akie)nce Tribal)” (sample 1), where tribal percussion and synth loops intertwine, and “Acquamarine (House)” (sample 2), featuring emotional organ bass and string lines that really hit home. A sound that distills the euphoria of ’90s Italian house—with elements of trance and progressive. It’s already sold out in stores, so be sure to grab yours soon! (Original Japanese text by Akie)

Legendary artist RICCARDO FALSINI—who not only ran 〈INTERACTIVE TEST〉 but also contributed to the development of the 1990s Italian dance scene through numerous projects such as OPEN SPACES and I BELIEVE, and whose work continues to enjoy cult popularity with reissues underway—has had his debut release under the name RICK 8 reissued. This 1991 relea ...Read more (Original Japanese text by Akie)se features numerous classics, including “Hypernotes Velocity” (sample 1), which slowly lulls you into a trance with percussion loops and synth beams, and the sci-fi house track “Betta’s Universe” (sample 2), where a seductive female voice creates a subliminal effect. The remix by TRENT, a resident at 〈COCKTAIL D'AMORE〉, is also excellent, with a powerfully reinforced bassline that makes it a perfect fit for modern dance floors. (Original Japanese text by Akie)

UK tech house veteran LEN LEWIS has recently begun reissuing tracks under the 〈PHYSICAL EDUCATION〉 label and is actively releasing new material! It features “Benis Die” (sample 1), a track from his 2002 “Dark Cavern EP” released on 〈POODLE〉 that has fetched high prices, as well as revived and remastered tracks by “THE LEXICONS,” a unit formed in 20 ...Read more (Original Japanese text by Akie)02 with South London-based veteran GRANT DELL. Available exclusively on vinyl—don’t miss this opportunity! (Original Japanese text by Akie)

A reissue of a record that was hard to find soon after its release, but has now been repressed! Radarscope" (1994). Now includes the ennui deep tech house "Holy Ghost" (1996) by Italian producer MOROSE! (Original Japanese text by Akie)

90年代より英国テックハウスシーンを支えるROB PEARSONとLEE HUMPHREYSというパイオニア2人が手を組んだプロジェクトであり、残した３つのEPはどれも現在高額取引されている幻のタッグ”LOVABLE ROGUES”が再発！セクシーなファンクベースと鍵盤リックがしっとり魅了する「Time Zones」(sample1)や、官能的ボーカルを埋め込んだ「Thursday」(sample2)など。 (Akie)

"WRWTFWW Records is thrilled to announce the first-ever vinyl release of 'Remnants,' the 1999 second album by Japanese electronic music producer Virgo. Originally released in 1999 on CD only by the Tokyo-based cult label, FORM@ RECORDS, Remnants was originally released in 1999 on CD only. It is a quiet, visionary record that blends mellow ambient t ...Read moreechno, fluid electronica, and soulful, atmospheric tracks imbued with the spirit of Detroit. As a follow-up to his debut album Landform Code, Virgo expands his palette by making full use of wide-screen textures, warm synth tones, and patient, emotional arrangements that blend intimacy with a cinematic atmosphere. The result is a fresh, heartfelt, simple, and wonderful piece of work. Remnants evokes the lineage of labels such as B12, The Black Dog, Ian O’Brien, Warp, Likemind, and Clear, while retaining Virgo’s signature delicate, refined, and unexpectedly moving style. This album will be released simultaneously with Virgo’s Landform Code as part of a joint reissue series by WRWTFWW and FORM@. In addition, vinyl pressings of FORM@’s compilation albums Art Form I (1997), Art Form 2 (1998), and Re-Form Ver-1.0 (1999) will also be released. (auto-translated from information)』

これまでもサウスロンドンテックハウス黄金期90年代後期〜00年代初頭にかけての希少盤を復刻してきた〈EVASIVE RECORDS〉第4弾！LEE HUMPHREYSとのユニットLOVABLE ROGUESとしてもカルトな人気を誇ったパイオニアROB PEARSONがコラボレーション参加した2000sUKテックハウスクラシックが再プレス！パンピンに跳ねるボトムにソウルヴォーカルフレーズのフック、途中の哀愁エレキギターがユニークな「Remember」(sample1)を筆頭に、時代のトレンドが色濃く映し出されたサウンドで現在も尚フロアを揺らす名作。バイナルオンリーでの再発。 (Akie)

90sハウス再発仕事や〈RHYTHM PEOPLE〉といったガラージハウスに絞ったシスターレーベルでもフォロワーを抱える〈PLASTIK PEOPLE〉より！JOVONNが共同プロデュースしたRACHELDA BROOKS「Straight From The Heart」(1994)から、ダスティなハウスヴァイブと高らかなボーカルで紡ぐJOVONNリミックスバージョン。ソロだけでなくユニットプロジェクトでもTODD TERRY主宰〈FREEZE〉などから作品を発表していたブルックリンアンダーグラウンドTHOMAS COLONの「Keep On Pushin」をWAYNE HUNTERがリミックスしたパンピンなガラージボムまで。USガラージマニア向けのセレクト。 (Akie)

SOUND METAPHORS RECORDS revives a scarce title from ITP RECORDINGS — the label that also issued works by PLUTO and MLO — still hunted down by '90s trance devotees today! "Beyond Time" (sample1) rides an acid-laced 4/4 pulse with a high-toned synth line drifting up from behind, coupled with "Oaf (Chordless)" (sample2), where half-time kicks resonate ...Read more (Original Japanese text by Akie) blissfully against an atmospheric backdrop. A masterpiece of mind-opening trance electronics. (Original Japanese text by Akie)

A precious archival find released on EVASIONE DIGITALE, the SOUND METAPHORS sub-label dedicated to '90s Italian progressive sound! Produced and recorded during a 1996 session by master producer O.M.A.R. J — known as a close ally of ROBY J — and engineer ALEX PICCIAFUOCHI, these long-shelved tapes finally see the light of day. "Nocturnal" (sample1) ...Read more (Original Japanese text by Akie)drives a massive four-to-the-floor beneath mysterious, sci-fi-like synthesis, and alongside the FRANCESCO FARFA remix, we especially recommend the "Breakbeat ReMix" (sample2), which adds sharp electro beats and melody. (Original Japanese text by Akie)

A one-off project from UNDERGROUND MUSIC DEPARTMENT, a sublabel of '90s house powerhouse DIG IT INTERNATIONAL! Italo tech house cut "I Got You (Underground Club Mix)" (sample1) is peppered with unique samples like shouts and wind chimes, while "Jazz Voice Vibe Ver" (sample3) dials back the melody and samples for a deeper approach. Add "Excessive Ve ...Read more (Original Japanese text by Akie)rsion" (sample2) with its hypnotic synth loops — the hard-to-find original's full contents, remastered and reissued! (Marbled Vinyl Edition) (Original Japanese text by Akie)

現在も〈CARTULIS MUSIC〉や〈OVNIE〉といったレーベルからリリース、GRANTとのプロジェクト”THEORY OF MOVEMENT”も活発化し最高な音源を届けてくれるカリスマDAN PIUの90年代アーカイブ音源をDATより救出！螺旋状に回転するシンセラッシュに開放感に満ちたシンセフロート、アシッドも丁寧に重ねたディープテックハウスジャーニー「Star Rain」(sample1)から、ROGER VERSEYをフィーチャーしたバレアリックフィールなブギーハウス「Raindrops」(sample2)など。ストーリーテリングな曲展開、BLEEPなど多種ジャンルを昇華する抜群のセンス、本当にいつの時代もDAN PIUは最高ですね。 (Akie)

イタロハウス史におけるカリスマ的存在であり、そのカタログは〈SOUND METAPHORS〉を筆頭に発掘と復刻が進められているカルトレジェンドFRANCO FALSINIの稀有な時代を切り取った一枚。ソフトウェアでの音楽制作が加速し始めるDAW以前・黎明に、MIDIインターフェースでRolandサンプラーを接続、当時の常識を覆す制作スタイルで生み出した楽曲。イタロハウスの豊かなテクスチャに初期テクノ、トランスなどの要素が複合された型破りのプログレッシブサウンド。バイナルオンリー！ (Akie)

オリジナルは近年のイタロハウスリバイバルの煽りを受け入手困難化。90sイタロプログレッシブハウスプロジェクト”3 OF US”のマスターピースが再発！打楽器にスピーチサンプル、図太いマシンビートが合わさったトライバルハウス「Third Trax」(sample1)、タイトなブレイクビート軸にプログレッシブトランスをぶつけた「Second Trax」(sample2)など。ビートの高いハウスバイブスに、時代のプログレッシブサウンドをドッキングした強烈4トラック！ (Akie)

トランスアーティストJIMMY JOHNSONとPETER EHRLICHが組んだプロジェクトGRAINのセカンドリリースにあたる1998年作品より、SOMEONEなるアーティストがリミックスを加えた脈動するリードとローエンドが魅力の長尺プログレッシブハウス「Does Jesus Have Buddha Nature? (Sømeøne Remix) 」(sample1)。その後LIQUID PEOPLEメンバーとしても活躍するハウスプロデューサーCONAN MANCHESTER(Strictly Rhythm/Slip 'n' Slide)擁するLOGUE IIによる1994年産多幸アーリーレイブハウス「Keep Me From Pain」(sample2)。お早めに是非！ (Akie)