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.

Klaus Benedek -Exhausted (forTunea)

Following critical mass around the forTunea vinyl release of Klaus Benedek's Exhausted EP, the Austrian label has now released its digital version. Leading track “Calm Before the Storm” is a 9-minute magic carpet ride weaving plush deep house rhythms with breakbeat underpinnings as a hand drum-laden slow percussive build gives way to a smooth string chorus. The original Benedek track “Still Daydreaming” is re-imagined by MPC wizard Roman Rauch (Philpot, Quintessentials, Secret Crunch, Tenderpark) with hard-edged minimal syncopation, while the EP’s title track “Exhausted” bounces with a hypnotic filtered hookline to plunge the listener from new depths to unmatched heights.

Benedek’s “Exhausted” is replete with dance-worthy hooks sure to be a lethal weapon in any DJ arsenal. Give it a spin and add it to your stockpile of house music slayers.

DJ Harri (Sub Club) – “I’m liking these. Will play and support.”
Mat.Joe (Mother Recordings) – “Dope!”
Tensnake (Defected) – “Lovely pack, thanks!”
Jaymz Nylon (Nylon Recordings) – “Amazing! I will support all 3 tracks.”
Loz Goddard - (Kolour Music) – “The Roman Rauch Remix of Still Daydreaming will definitely get some use from me.”
Michael Fossati (Spirit of House Web Zine) – A very mesmerizing gem.”
Dean Facer (Resident Advisor) – “All three tunes are amazing!”
Lars Behrenroth (Deeper Shades of House) – “Calm Before the Storm is super nice!”
Dr. Best (Radio Z – Germany) – “Exhausted is my favorite here, nice tune.”
DJ Osric (Black and Blue Show – Perth) – “Deep, dreamy house. I love it!”
Simon Off aka Sun People (Sub FM) – “Great release! I love the broken beat vibes of Calm Before the Storm. I’ll play this in my sets and on the radio show.”

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