Cohuna Beatz - Dubaliciouz (B.A.B.A. Records)

Vienna-based electronic music producer DJ Anza continues his prolific output as Cohuna Beatz with the new album Dubaliciouz, released on his own B.A.B.A Records imprint. As part of the self-described 'Downtempo-Nu-School movement,' Cohuna Beatz has crafted ten choice tracks of spaced-out organic mid-tempo house and dubby sonic frequencies at ODC (Oberwart Downbeat Center). Included is "SpyWorX," the first single, which dramatically builds over a pulsing 4-on-the-floor beat as layers of electronics and horn riffs portray covert maneuvers. There's also the bass-heavy "Duality (Yin Yang Mix)," filled with addictive chord melodies backed by an addictive, crunchy rhythm. There are also more floor-oriented cuts like the rousing "Pump It Up" as well as the epic trip-hop flavors heard on "Carrys." Those are just a few highlights — as diverse and multi-faceted as Dubaliciouz is, each track is an exceptional addition to a DJ's set. Feel the Beatz!

Redstickman (The Ambient Mafia) – “Another great release from Cohuna Beatz! Can’t wait to play these out.”
Gabriel Ferreira (Items & Things) – “I love this, will definitely play it.”
Sean Johnston (Hardway Bros) – “It’s ‘That Sample’ and ‘Spyworx’ for the win.”
Andrew Emil (5 Magazine) – “Really dig this whole drunken midtempo vibe. Dope.”
Aja Allsop (Ketch A Vibe Radio Show) – “An epic selection. My fave: Jazzadelic.”
Jon Fugler (XLNT radio show) – “Lovely to hear the return of the mid tempo chugger, always a treat. Some great stuff here, hard to choose a favorite.”

Available Now From: Beatport, Bandcamp, Apple Music, And Spotify.

Anatol - Don't Go (forTunea)

The forTunea label jumps out with its latest vinyl release, the deep and techy “Don’t Go” from Vienna-based DJ/producer Anatol. Originally from Munich, the recently relocated Anatol keeps a busy DJ schedule throughout the city and beyond, and has previously released and remixed for the likes of Hungarian Hot Wax, Tulipe Records, and Plus Recordings.

“Don’t Go” wastes no time in getting right down to business, deftly mixing a snapping rhythm and a deliriously bouncing bass line, and adding loads of builds and strategically placed samples. The cut is laser-focused on the dance floor, sure to shake nightclub speakers into submission. On the b-side, Precious K — one half of Janefondas — and Secret Crunch boss Roman Rauch team up for a cool mid-tempo house remix. The ominous, laid-back vibe leads to mesmerizing synth arpeggiations that’ll send the after-hours crowd into a groovy dream state.

Anatol’s “Don’t Go” 12” will be limited to 300 copies.

Tensnake (Mirau / Defected) – “Great release!”
Spettro (Get Physical Music) – “Killer groove. Dubby. Just the way I like it.”
Chrissy (Smart Bar / Razor N Tape) – “Really enjoying this!”
Rise Ashen (Balanced Records) – “I like the Original. Deep!”
Jarle Bråthen (Full Pupp) – “Lovely Precious K & Roman Rauch Remix.”
Shahrokh Dini (Compost / Sound of K) – “The Original rocks!”
Daryl Dee (The Chewb Radio) – “Bumpy, Deep and that Bassline! Full support.”
ALTZ (Altzmusica) – “Original version feels so smooth.”
Mason Rothert (Below Zero Radio Show) – “This will get the people movin’.”
Steve ‘Griffo’ Griffiths (Freak Da Funk Radio Show) – “Old school vibed groover that brings to mind Adonis 'No Way Back' (from 3 decades ago!) with added early 90's deep tribal house feel.”

Available Now From Beatport, Traxsource, Spotify, And Apple Music. Vinyl at deejay.de.

Jakobin & Peletronic - Girlo (forTunea)

Austrian imprint forTunea introduce the latest addition to the roster, Jakobin & Peletronic, with their new EP called Girlo. The title track from this sympathetic Vienna based duo, who recently earned recognition for their “Don't You” EP on Hungarian Hot Wax, is a fluffy laid back tune, that will fit perfectly for any open air season. Label boss Klaus Benedek is on remix duties, balancing broken beat and deep house tones on his rendition of the title track. The B Side ensues with “The Ghetto Code", focusing on a darker note with its use of minimalistic drum patterns, deep heavyweight synths and a thought-provoking speech. Last but not least MPC wizard Roman Rauch is back on the label with his take on “The Ghetto Code”, a lush yet bouncy outing suitable for any hour of the night. An all around solid package furthers forTunea’s rise in the ranks of underground house music. Get on board and enjoy the ride.

Laurent Garnier (F Communications) – “Ghetto Code original is excellent – Will play for sure.”
Nick Warren (The Soundgarden) – “Girlo is excellent!”
Joey Silvero / Distant People (Soul Elements Radio Show) – “This creates a serious mood.”
Severino (HorseMeatDisco) – “Very good vibe.”
Blueshift (Nurvous Records) – “Dope tunes, especially Ghetto Code!”
DJ Firefly (Couch Dancing on WRCT 88.3 FM) – “Love all of these – swimming in the groove!”
Lee Jones / Country Gents (Buslife) – “I love the Roman Rauch mix, will get played for sure.”
Robert Lochmann (The Jazzmadass Radio Show) – “Very cool, mysterious sound.”
Simon Kirk (Stag Beetle Radio Show) – “The Ghetto Code is massive! Serious slice of deep darkness.”
Steve 'Griffo' Griffiths (Freak Da Funk Radio Show) – “Love the original mix with its chilled dubby pop vibe, while Roman's mix of Ghetto Vibe grooves in a very pleasant early 90's deep dubby style.”

Available Now From: Traxsource, Bandcamp, Spotify, And Juno Download.

Mohear - Gadgets (Electunes)

The Italo-inspired electro-disco-rock combo Mohear are known to craft a catchy song that captures retro styles and updates them for a new sound that’s relevant today. “Gadgets” is their new single for Austria’s Electunes label, and is taken from the band’s recently release album Baby. It’s driven by characterfully cool vocals from Miss Sophie lamenting how attached we have become as digital captives living in a world overrun by electronic devices. Echoing pads, synths, and a bass line travel straight to funky-town with crescendoing electric organs and guitars taking control of the breakdown.

The remixes for “Gadgets” are many and varied, with something here for most DJs of wide-reaching tastes. With previous releases on Compost, Russian producer Sportloto turns in the first version, starting off with an arpeggiated synth straight out of the Chicago house’s most raw days, before introducing an organ bass riff and later spiraling into acid trippy-ness. The percussion is perfect with plenty of shuffling hats, drum flares, stacked claps, and a xylophone castanet combo that mimics the sequencing of the main synth. The Garage Remix from Mohear member DJ Enne follows with a fidgety bass sound, soulful keys, and plenty of percussive groove. The Irregular Disco Workers, made up of Italian producers Gregorio Assandri and Andrea Frittella, use plenty of guitar foreplay to warm things up before escalating into an all-enveloping rave bass line with a definite Chi warehouse feel. They also incorporate subtle acid sparks for the extra touch of heat to their remix. Viennese trio Struboskop tease out the vocals more than the other remixes, even pitching them down for some interesting interplay. They provide a more low slung and cosmic atmosphere with most of the instruments combining for a rhythmically layered track. As if the bongos on the Nu Gadget Remix don’t give it right away, Dansoul is a Brazilian house producer, but with sleazy nu-disco temperament as evidenced by the ’80s synths and very structured kick snare exchange. In a refreshing change of tempo, Berliner Sebastian Zangar, aka Databoy78, goes ‘dub’ with deep, echoing pad and stabs. Even with its many short, staccato notes, Zangar’s effects create a wondrous atmosphere.

DJ Rocca (Ajello / Supersonic Lovers) - “Great original track and superb remix collection … every remix is great. Full support!”
Space Ranger (Lovemonk / Grande Buffo) - “The Sportloto Acid Gadgets Mix is very cool. Reminds me a little bit of ‘Baby Wants To Ride.’”
Saulty (Downtown Party Network) - “The Sportloto remix is sick! I like the Irregular Disco Workers as well.”
Severino (Horse Meat Disco) - “The Dansoul Nu Gadget Remix is a pretty fun track. I like the original, too.”
Tensnake - “Great pack!”
Johnwaynes (cecille/ Compost) - “The Databoy78 remix is the one for me.”
Sean Johnston (Hardway Bros / A Love From Outer Space) - “Once again, Electunes, great stuff!”
Andreas Kinzl (Aromabar / INFRACom!) - “A very useful bundle of remixes.”
Markus Schneider (The Robot Scientists / Emerald and Doreen) - “Love the driving bass lines … a very good package!”
Stereo 77 (Plimsoll Records) - “The Irregular Disco Workers and Struboskop versions will work very well in my sets.”
Ulysses (Neurotic Drum Band) - “The Sportloto Acid Gadgets Mix is epic, but I also really like the Databoy78 mix.”
Christos Kedras (Kapa Music / Beat Philosophy Radio Show) - “The Dansoul remix does it for me … glitchy nu-disco vibe with nice bounce on the groove.”
DJ Sabo (Sol*Selectas / Mo’Glo’ Radio Show) - “That Databoy78 is so deep!”
Jamie Topham (CDPool) - “An eclectic batch of mixes on offer for this. Enne’s Garage Remix is my personal fave. I also like the acidic sound of the Irregular Disco Workers and Dansoul’s funky nu-disco rub.”
Velanche (Velanche’s Playtime Radio Show) - “Plenty of good remixes here … I dig it.”
Leri Ahel (Mutant Disco Radio Show) - “The Irregular Disco Workers always deliver. Great remix.”
Andrew Duke (Andrew Duke In The Mix Radio Show) - “The first three remixes (Sportloto, Enne, and Irregular Disco Workers) are superb. It’s going to be a challenge deciding which version to play out first.”

Available now from Juno Download and iTunes.