Box Office Poison - NO! feat. Gieza Poke (Random Records)

Box Office Poison, the house production alter ego of Random Records' head honcho Snax, joins forces with the inimitable Gieza Poke, Berlin’s fiercest drag sensation, to unveil their latest single, “No!” This powerful anthem, dedicated to women, queers, and anyone who has faced disrespect or violation, especially in the club scene, is set to become the summer’s most essential dancefloor statement.

“No!” is a bold and unapologetic rebuke to those who fail to respect boundaries and consent. Gieza Poke’s commanding vocals, backed by Snax’s own harmonies, deliver a clear message: “Open your throats and let them know, loud and clear… NO!” The track’s infectious energy and empowering lyrics create an irresistible combination that will have clubgoers singing along while asserting their own boundaries.

Box Office Poison’s production prowess shines through in the various mixes available. The pop edit original serves as the gateway, while the extended Negative Yes mix offers an immersive club experience for DJs to keep the dancefloor moving. Instrumental versions and a solo ‘Giezapella’ recitation by Gieza Poke herself round out the release, providing versatility for any fabulous setting.

Gieza Poke, a comedic songwriting force and host of drag shows across Europe, brings her fierce wit and unapologetic attitude to “No!” Now Gieza and Box Office Poison have joined forces and created an anthem celebrating self-empowerment and consent, making it sexy and undeniable once again.

“No!” marks the first original track by Gieza Poke, known as a comedic songwriting force and host of drag shows across Europe. Together, Box Office Poison and Gieza Poke have crafted a release that not only satisfies the body’s need to move but also ignites a conversation about respect, boundaries, and the power of asserting oneself — and to create a magical space where we’re free to dance on our own terms.

Electrosexual (Berlin) – “I love the Negative yes Instrumental! purrrfekt for my set!! Love the uplifting vibe!”
Luis Machuca (Friskybeat Records) – “Always awesome work from Box Office Poison.”
Piiit (So Watt) – “Fabulous!”
Ursula 1000 (Insect Queen Music) – “Tasteeee.”
Brian Busto (Serious Soul) – “So 90’s New York. I love it.”
Drew Exildiscount (Unboxing Shadows) – “I love everything about this release.”

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

Unconscious Honey - Loose Beginnings (Random Records)

In Summer 2020, Random Records released the debut album by Unconscious Honey, Being A Stranger, a collection of future synth-pop classics written by Björn Trenker that featured all lead vocals sung via a robotic vocoder effect. Co-produced with husband Paul Bonomo, aka Snax, it distilled Trenker’s life experiences into unique pop creations. Influences ranged from early 90’s pop like Deee-Lite, Army Of Lovers, and Betty Boo to the cinematic aesthetics of Cassavetes, Kubrick and Todd Haynes, to the life and work of authors Gloria Steinem and Samuel Steward. Positive responses included online magazine Kaltblut naming the album one of the best dance music albums in 2020.

Now, Random is proud to present Unconscious Honey’s second collection, Loose Beginnings, which collects all the songs from the debut, now reinterpreted by an exciting array of queer guest vocalists, all with ties to the open and diverse German capital of Berlin. Participants were given freedom to bring their own unique personality to the songs and the results are intriguing, with new dimensions and human textures added to each. Trenker expands on the concept: “Loose Beginnings tells a piece of my queer life story. I wanted to communicate that openly and unfiltered. And through these new recordings, my songs themselves become ‘loose beginnings’ for new protagonists.” Three exciting dance floor filling remixes round out the set.

The guest list includes tremendous artists, all at different stages in their musical journey. Joey from the Netherlands, currently working on her own debut album, is a star on the rise, and offers her distinctive and soulful voice on “Being A Stranger” and “Good Light”. Swedish born Ed Astronaut only recently started pursuing his musical aspirations — a ‘loose beginner’ if you will — so he shines on the title track. Polish-German soul singer and frequent Snax collaborator Mavin, formerly with Manhooker, released his debut on Random in 2018, so naturally he was on board to offer pop stylings on “Exploited Devotion”. On “Sleepless”, Mavin is joined by fierce glam singer Dan Perry, currently fronting his own band Merely Minds. Grume, who hails from Hungary and has already made a name for himself in the post-industrial band LATH, takes on the brooding “Abandoned To Desire”, while French-Swiss musician and dear friend Steev Lemercier provides his unique blend of light and darkness on “Radiate”. Artist and musician Jon Campbell, who made waves recently with two baroque pop albums, was the perfect choice to handle “Darkroom Tease”. And finally, there’s electronic soul musician and co- producer Snax, who brings baritone, falsetto and a choir to “High Strung”.

In addition to the re-sung recordings, this collection features three exciting remixes, tailor-made for when clubs finally reopen their doors. Berghain/Panorama Bar resident DJ ND Baumecker and Snax have teamed up as Snecker. Not only do they mold “Casual Touch” into their own psychedelic four-on-the-floor style, but they involve themselves in the concept of the album with a little re-singing as well. Snax then assumes his Box Office Poison persona to serve up an epic big club, ‘90s-style deep dub of “Abandoned To Desire”. Finally, French producer and sound artist Electrosexual delivers audio carnal delights in his Extended Pleasure remix of “Darkroom Tease”.

As an extra bonus, Random is offering the entire instrumental version of Being A Stranger as an exclusive release on their Bandcamp page. Now you can be join our eclectic gang of singers and artists and sing along to the tracks that move you, too!

So, be a stranger and join us on our loose beginning, and let’s get Unconscious Honey!

Hifi Sean (Plastique Recordings) – “Box Office Dub is Everything. Yes, yes, yes!”
Severins (HorseMeatDisco) – “Wow. Great project, love it. Big support.”
Massimiliano Pagliara (Baihu) – “Great package. Love it.”
Luis Machuca (Friskybeat Records) – “Nice album. Very well crafted.”
Snooba (Radio Panik) – “This is honey for the ears.”
Sandro Bianchi (Ibiza Sonica) – “Love it. Supersexy!”
Hober Mallow (Mighty Reel) – “Unique and diverse sounding LP. Love the cinematic overtones, and great vocals.”

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

Box Office Poison - Elevate feat. Mavin (Random Records)

The Berlin-based maestro Snax sets his sights to the dance floor with the house music project Box Office Poison. “Elevate” is the second single under this name and it features the fantastic vocals of regular collaborator Mavin. In addition to the original, the single contains top notch remixes from Luis Machuca (Frisky Beat Recordings) and New York’s TradeCraft, aka Bobby Duron and Kind Bud.

Box Office Poison appeared in the mid-naughties with a few bootleg remixes, an official remix of Bedroom Productions’ LGBTQ anthem “No Glove, No Love,” plus The Rimshooters Vs. Snax's ‘Pledge Allegiance,’ and then the single “One Good Thing” featuring Adam Joseph. Afro-Polish singer Mavin — also of the project Manhooker — is fresh off Love, his debut solo album, and his rousing vocal performance on “Turn It,” featured on Snax’s recent album Shady Lights.

“Elevate” started as a demo sent to Mavin whose vocal finesse and lyrical themes of self-empowerment via dance floor abandon instantly ‘elevated’ the tune. The music lovingly nods to the ‘old school,’ punchy and melodic with intoxicating house music chords and a touch of 2-step shuffle. There’s also an instrumental dub which works great to extend the intro or outro of the vocal version.

The first remixer is Chilean-born/Vanvcouver-based Luis Manchuca who runs Canadian dance label Frisky Beat Recordings. Luis brilliantly decodes the original into a deep and sexy late night glide. The accompanying remix is from the duo of Kind Bud and Bobby Duron, teaming up as TradeCraft. With previous releases on Trax and Nervous Records, the pair masterfully transform “Elevate” into a tough and fierce mix of grinding bass, crisp rhythms, and effectively dubbed-out vocals.

Box Office Poison’s new single is ready to light dance floors on fire this year. It’s proof positive that in these heady time, house music can still help us all ELEVATE.

Hard Ton (Toy Tronics) – “I Love this! Remixes are dope too.”
Tyree Cooper (Chicago Vinyl Records) – “I’m freakin’ lovin’ this!”
Curtiss Logan (Jersey Soul) – “Very nice release. Full support. Nice job Mavin!”
KJ (Integrity Recordings) – “Sweet Vocals. Tight Remixes.”
DJ Osric (Black and Blue Show) – “Lots of boogie and feel good on this release.”
Darrell Stout (Beatmatrix Show) – “Solid! An EP for everyone.”
Michael Fossati (Spirit of House Web Zine) – “A truly cool’n’sexy rework here from Luis Machuca.”
Electrosexual (Electrosexual) – “Fab Fierce release. Snax & Mavin = Allstars!”
Dickey Doo (All Star Show / This is Electric Radio) – “GREAT stuff! Solid mixes all around.”
Dean Serafini (Frisky Rhythms) – “Sounds rather tasty. The Original and Luis Machuca mixes are likely to both be featured on upcoming shows.”

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

Snax - Loose Beats (Random Records)

Random Records presents Loose Beats, five re-imaginings from Snax's latest album, Shady Lights. Much like the album, this is an eclectic collection; the last audio chapter in the saga. Tying up the loose ends and tightening up the beats. Loose Beats.

Up first is a special extended version of “Loose Beat.” It's a fragile tune with a deep electronic mood tied together with a vocal performance from Snax which is distant yet intimate. Breaks are extended in this mix, the original of which prompted Will Automajic from Carry Nation to declare, “Loose Beat is the one for me here! So good!”

Snax's good friend Massimiliano Pagliara took time off from his hectic touring schedule to revisit “Shade Of The Living Light.” Seems Pagliara wanted the original 1:30 coda off the Shady Lights LP to be extended into an ecstatic cosmic banger, and he delivered! This remix is already burning up dance floors in Massi's worldwide DJ sets.

Mr. Manic is one of the true up and coming legendary children of the Berlin queer underground. He's been making a name for huh-self all over town, dazzling crowds with her otherworldly sounds, not too mention huh fierce looks for your nerves! Manic took Snax's thrill-hop track “No Fakin’” and completely turned it upside down. Must be heard to be believed.

Techno legends TokTok need no introduction. Snax first met the duo during his Captain Comatose days and they've been collaborating in many ways ever since. TokTok restructures “Loose Beat” with their signature four-to-the-floor sizzle, creating a stomper with minimal production and maximum stomp.

Finally, Snax returns as house music alter ego Box Office Poison with the last word on “Loose Beats.” This nine minute thrill ride recalls early morning NYC, Body And Soul club feels, complete with sweeping house hits, deep kicks, and shimmering highs. It's all tied together with an epic Latin-infused piano solo that will make the summer last forever.

Nick Warren (Hope Recordings) – “The Extended Version and Massimilliano Remix are ace!”
KJ (Integrity Recordings) – “Solid. Feeling the piano, and nice remix by Box Office Poison.”
JT Donaldson (New Math Records) – “Wild! I’m loving it.”
Pete Williams (Natural Rhythm) – “The Massimiliano Remix is cosmic bliss.”
Richard Hardcastle (All Out War radio show) – “Wowsers. These are all amazing. Proper.”
Gianluca Pandullo (Opilec Music) – “I-Robots approved!”
Snooba (Radio Panik) – “Haunted folklore … Snax is infectious!”
Ollie Blackmore (Soul Heaven) – “What a surprise package.”
Rob Warner (Ibiza Voice) – “Shade of the Living Light is dope!”
Jon Fugler (XLNT radio show) – “A lovely retro feel to Loose Beat. The Box Office Poison remix is the best!”

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