From the true streets of Berlin comes one of the most essential electronic labels in the world, the inimitable BPitch Control. Founded in 1997 as a kind of music and art collective, the group does everything it can to broadcast its utopian vision to the masses through its parties, its visual themes and its commitment to artistic freedom. The result is an undeniably funky, break-driven technoid sound. The label's vision is filtered through its founder: Ellen Allien (as she says: "The Bitch of BPitch"). Allien has 5 full-length artist CDs, each more crucial than the next, while her mix CDs stay atop the stacks at clubs worldwide. Other artists at the BPitch core: Paul Kalkbrenner, Sylvie Marks & Hal9000, Smash TV, Modeselektor and Kiki. While all vary in tempo, style and attitude, they all commit to a similar electronic pallette -- clean<, broken, hook-filled and human. English vocals abound at BPitch as does the eye-candy artwork, the all-for-one attitude and its shimmering, glimmering style. If techno is art, then BPitch is Lichtenstein. It's pop music with a purpose.
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Returning for the seventh edition of the beloved We Are Not Alone compilation series, Ellen Allien and BPitch Berlin curate an unmissable collection of twelve new tracks celebrating the global underground that has influenced the label since its inception. BPitch continues to expand on their limitless roster, providing a reflection of the artists who have been involved in the We Are Not Alone event series from across the world. These events put a kaleidoscopic lens to electronic music from all over, championing a vision of culture that is far-reaching and inclusive in both spirit and sound. With contributions from rising talents and established heroes alike, We Are Not Alone: Part 7 is a testament to the pluralism of one of electronic music's most beloved record labels, and the family of artists that make it what it is. Featuring Ellen Allien, Andree Bohlin, Sept, DJ Physical, Wtchcrft, Rhys Fulber, Naix, Lucinee, Ayako Mori, Raul Alvarez, Reäkttor, Lady Maru, and Under Black Helmet.
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Ellen Allien returns to her beloved BPitch label with a new dance floor focused EP Rave Luv. Rave Luv perfectly showcases the sound of Ellen Allien; playful manipulated vocals, powerful drums and out of this world synths. It's typical of the sound she explores in her sets and her We Are Not Alone events in Berlin. The EP is the result of all the places she played in the last year, as she draws constant inspiration from the global club scene -- the dancefloors and dancers her studio muse. The iconic Ellen Allien's journey is a blueprint for a healthy underground community and grounded career in music. Her playful mind and openness to sharing knowledge, imbues her art with an energy and inspiration that's been highly influential to the subculture across music, art, design and fashion in her native Berlin. A constant source of new ideas, energy and inspiration, Ellen's comprehensive knowledge and intuitive approach to music is part of her genetic makeup, she has cultivated her own identity while also guiding the evolution of electronic music worldwide. Her future-facing sound takes influence from the early pioneers of techno, while painting vivid, prophetic images.
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Tensal debuts on BPitch with The New Land Order, a four-track package of intense, minimalist techno. Functioning as an output for his solo work, Tensal is a project that amalgamates various references into an exploration of tension in electronic music. Built using a combination of strange harmonic dissonances and abstract rhythmic patterns, the tracks are designed to be layered over time to build a tautly wound intensity; DJ tools in the best sense of the word. The New Land Order finds the beloved producer in total control of his craft, carefully arranging layers of sound to create a powerful collection of atmospheric dancefloor structures.
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BPitch present a new EP of unfiltered techno and impeccable sound design by Turin-based duo Boston 168. Following on from three releases on the label and a 2019 appearance on its hotly tipped sub label UFO Inc, the duo head for cavernous industrial spaces and vivid psychedelic trips with Gigantia. Having produced music together since 2014, Sergio Pace and Vincenzo Ferramosca have built a name for themselves from a particularly spatial strain of techno that has afforded them an illustrious career to date. Gigantia sees the duo drawing upon the industrial roots of their hometown, merging a range of influences with a distinctly melodic take on acid techno.
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Matasism follows on from his acclaimed BPitch Control debut with four new deep cuts of underground rave heat. The Music Is Control Of Your Acid Mind finds the Rome-born, USA-based artist subverting aspects of trance, industrial, and EBM into unrelenting techno bangers grounded by an authentic rave spirit.
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Ellen Allien joins forces with Italian synth wave band Ash Code for a formidable collaborative project. Across three tracks they merge their creative energy to produce the fearsome EP -- Dance And Kill. The three track EP represents a perfect marriage of two potent and distinctive sounds, with both acts firing on all cylinders. Across the EP eerie vocal clips, vigorous percussion, stomping bass, distorted vocals, and ominous instrumentation demonstrate the parallels between these sounds. Opening track "Dance And Kill" embodies this melding of techno and cold wave elements. "Shining On You" features Ellen's vocals and thunderous drum programming, for a somber yet irresistibly danceable track. Finally, "Everything Collapses" unleashes vigorous percussion and a snarling low end, lifted by a chorus of supernatural voices.
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Berlin-based artist ASEC steps up for the latest release from BPitch Control. A creative force who is driven by the dancefloor, while also maintaining his own personal perspective, ASEC delivers four distinct cuts. Swathed in universally relatable emotion, the inspiration for this release came from "the idea of making decisions that are irreversible and the weight that can come with that. The indecision, the fear and the finality of making difficult choices." "Crossing The Rubicon" sets the EP off to a galloping start with a contagious rhythm and an unsettling melody. It's dark, yet utterly danceable, striking a delicate balance between beats and atmospherics. The title track follows, with ASEC's penchant for modular synths giving the cut plenty of flavor and character. Propelled by snub-nosed kicks and shifting percussion, this is a deep dive into the mind of a considered artist. Next up it's "Our Light In Momentary Troubles", a dense composition with thick solid low end frequencies dancing side by side with a gnarly analogue riff. Finally, "Bleep Test (Tool Mix)" closes the EP, utilizing the power of repetition to ensnare the listener. An utterly hypnotic cut that will keep you hooked to the very end...
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Frenchman Crystal Geometry arrives on BPitch with his first full EP Promised Lands. After debuting on BPitch's We Are Not Alone compilation, Frenchman Crystal Geometry arrives with his first full EP for the label. Showcasing his diversity across four distinct cuts, this is Crystal Geometry in playful and experimental mode, utilizing his modular synth skills to bring you a powerful selection of tracks. "Everlasting Ghost of an Acid Trip" is a self-explanatory cut that dives deep into themes around death and LSD. With lyrics inspired by the early Norwegian black metal scene, he goes all out with the 303 line and hardcore-inspired beats. "Alien Abduction" was made especially for BPitch, the modular synth taking center stage as '80s percussion and washed-out vocals do the work. "Drink My Blood" is one for the hardcore goths, allowing Crystal Geometry to express the depths of his dark soul. The lyrics say it all, "Drink, drink my blood! It's dark, like my soul. Feed! Feed on me, don't waste a drop of that gold." Finally, "The Promised Land?" addresses the dire situation in the Middle East, redefining the so-called Holy Land. The melancholy atmosphere is potent, reinforced by somber choir vocals and the trusty 303.
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Nocow is back on BPitch Control with a multi-faceted EP full of rousing energy and scintillating sonics. Across four delightful cuts he explores a range of moods and styles, all equipped with the power to move the dancefloor, physically and emotionally. "Noski" has a Detroit "jit" kinda vibe to it, with its clipped hip-hop samples and repetitive claps. Though the atmosphere evokes an air of mystery, with an unnerving riff. This is followed by "Pose", a gnarly juggernaut of a track featuring a pulsating b-line and breathless vocal clips, which add a human element. Retro synths lines take us back a couple of decades, adding an energizing layer of dancefloor nourishment. Then you have "Space 1999", which, as the title suggests, evokes a very cosmic feel... slightly reminiscent of Jeff Mills. Nocow's musicianship really shines through on this cut, with expertly balanced light and dark elements creating an immersive atmosphere. Finally, the title track, "Youth", invites us to bounce around in the playground for a while. A mesmerizing riff enchants the mind, while the beats tantalize the body. With the addition of soothing pads, this one is bound to invoke a multitude of out of body experiences...
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Ellen Allien and the We Are Not Alone collective are back with a second edition of the We Are Not Alone series. A 36-track compilation split into three parts, each consisting of 12 cuts, dedicated to the infamous We Are Not Alone event series and the best of Berlin's underground techno talent. Ellen Allien's innovative party series We Are Not Alone was launched in 2016 and remains committed to inviting an exciting crew of artists to perform at the 36-hour events, now in a new home at RSO.BERLIN, where they returned with bang over 36 hours and three floors in May. The We Are Not Alone compilation features artists that have played at the parties, as well as those who will join the line-up for future events. The fourth, fifth (BPX 022-5LP), and sixth (BPX 022-6LP) parts include music by Ellen and established names. Part 4 features Reka, SDBX, Ellen Allien, Francois X, Wallis, Thomas P Heckmann, Crystal Geometry, Matasism, Asec, Uncrat, Karl Kave, and Dollkraut & DJ Europarking.
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LP version. Dillon's fourth LP, 6abotage, captures today's zeitgeist like few others. A work of sore desperation but also reassuring devotion. Her fourth, and perhaps boldest, album project, 6abotage, marks Dillon's first full-length since 2017's Kind. Described by Dillon herself as "a love letter, a cry for help and a consequence, all in one," 6abotage is the unapologetic manifestation of Dillon's latest artistic excursion with artist and producer Alexis Troy. Together Dillon and Troy have created a lyrically and sonically captivating and genre-bending body of work. The unmistakable soreness of Dillon's voice surrounded by and embedded within Troy's decisive and, at times, almost cinematic production defeats all genre stereotypes. Written, produced, and recorded in complete isolation, 6abotage reflects today's zeitgeist. It is sore and desperate but also reassuring and devoted. 6abotage is a successful protest. A successful protest against stereotypes and preconceptions. A protest against excessive suffering. A protest for selflove. A protest for patience and vulnerability. A protest for forgiveness and growth.
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Ellen Allien and the We Are Not Alone collective are back with a second edition of the We Are Not Alone series. A 36-track compilation split into three parts, each consisting of 12 cuts, dedicated to the infamous We Are Not Alone event series and the best of Berlin's underground techno talent. Ellen Allien's innovative party series We Are Not Alone was launched in 2016 and remains committed to inviting an exciting crew of artists to perform at the 36-hour events, now in a new home at RSO.BERLIN, where they returned with bang over 36 hours and three floors in May. The We Are Not Alone compilation features artists that have played at the parties, as well as those who will join the line-up for future events. The fourth (BPX 022-4LP), fifth, and sixth (BPX 022-6LP) parts include music by Ellen and established names. Part 5 features Julian Muller, L.F.T., DJ Mell G, Brutalismus 3000, Phase Fatale, UR Trax, UFO95, Gotshell, False Witness, Callum Magnum, Einsiedler, and Stephanie Sykes.
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Ellen Allien and the We Are Not Alone collective are back with a second edition of the We Are Not Alone series. A 36-track compilation split into three parts, each consisting of 12 cuts, dedicated to the infamous We Are Not Alone event series and the best of Berlin's underground techno talent. Ellen Allien's innovative party series We Are Not Alone was launched in 2016 and remains committed to inviting an exciting crew of artists to perform at the 36-hour events, now in a new home at RSO.BERLIN, where they returned with bang over 36 hours and three floors in May. The We Are Not Alone compilation features artists that have played at the parties, as well as those who will join the line-up for future events. The fourth (BPX 022-4LP), fifth (BPX 022-5LP), and sixth parts include music by Ellen and established names. Part 6 features Lokier, Etapp Kyle, AnD, Imchaos, Blush Response, Shaleen, Nur Jaber, Nene H, Denise Rabe, Deepneue, Metaraph, and Rosa Anschuetz.
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Dillon's fourth LP, 6abotage, captures today's zeitgeist like few others. A work of sore desperation but also reassuring devotion. Her fourth, and perhaps boldest, album project, 6abotage, marks Dillon's first full-length since 2017's Kind. Described by Dillon herself as "a love letter, a cry for help and a consequence, all in one," 6abotage is the unapologetic manifestation of Dillon's latest artistic excursion with artist and producer Alexis Troy. Together Dillon and Troy have created a lyrically and sonically captivating and genre-bending body of work. The unmistakable soreness of Dillon's voice surrounded by and embedded within Troy's decisive and, at times, almost cinematic production defeats all genre stereotypes. Written, produced, and recorded in complete isolation, 6abotage reflects today's zeitgeist. It is sore and desperate but also reassuring and devoted. 6abotage is a successful protest. A successful protest against stereotypes and preconceptions. A protest against excessive suffering. A protest for selflove. A protest for patience and vulnerability. A protest for forgiveness and growth.
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"I follow the golden stream..." sings Rosa Anschütz in the title track of her new album, in a cold, clear, determined voice. Underneath, golden interference buzzes and splashes at first, while cold light lies over the "thick water." Followed by powerful beats setting in as the trumpet fanfares of the chorus herald victory over the elements. Golden Stream is second album of the 24-year-old artist, who lives in Vienna and Berlin -- an amazing work. It can be danced to, but one can also listen to it as a conceptual album; it is as full of beats as it is full of thoughts. Rosa Anschütz plays piano, flute, and trumpet, she worked a lot with modular synthesizers in the beginning of her career. Her musical awakening experience was the Atonal Festival in Berlin, later she also danced a lot at Berghain, and Berghain DJ Max Kobosil remixed her song "Rigid". Rosa Anschütz reinforces her enormously versatile vocals -- ranging from a pleading breath to a cold new wave speaking voice -- with a relentlessly marching four-to-the-floor techno; but underneath it all, lay polyrhythmic deviations again and again. Clattering and trembling, deep basses digging into the ground, while shimmering veils of sound blow from above. Rosa Anschütz follows the traditions of dark wave and post-punk, but carves deep notches of sound sculpture and romantic smoothness. Goldener Strom is a great pop album, full of melodies, aphorisms and beats that immediately catch your ear. At the same time, it is a manifesto of artistic sovereignty -- precious and wise in times of streamlined art.
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Uncrat has a healthy preoccupation with machines that make music, which fed into the development of the Xilo EP. The title cut blends stirring pad work with a taut kick drum and a menagerie of bleeps and chirps, concluding with a beautifully enchanting melody. "Efien" utilizes the familiar squelch of an acid line, along with unusual percussive elements and haunting progression. "Gemini Leaks" places rugged beats with emotionally-charged strings and an earworm melody that appears after a short breakdown. Finally, "SIT" loosely pays homage to DJ Rolando's "Knights of the Jaguar", with spinetingling strings sparking an overall feeling of euphoria. Bellissimo!
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A warm welcome to Italian-American producer Matasism, who debuts on BPitch with his four-track EP Can You Feel My Soul. Matasism launched his own label Ma¨ta¨sism in 2017, releasing exclusively via the platform until very recently. He lands on BPitch with an EP that channels the essence of freedom and liberty found in the rave. It's a compelling EP that blends trance, techno and acid influences into a memory evoking collection of music. The remake of "Can You Feel My Soul" kicks things off, firing on all cylinders with a hypnotic riff and heavyweight kicks. More layers are added to increase the depth and energy, leading into a mesmerizing breakdown. Meanwhile, the following original mix has a grizzly bassline spliced with hard-hitting beats. On the flip "Age Of Fantasy" opens up with a dramatic intro leading into a powerful, enchanting main riff. Vintage sounds with a contemporary flavor. Next up is "Space Invaders", a high-octane cut that utilizes a trance-esque oscillating low end to captivate the listener. Get ready for an explosion of energy after the breakdown, transcendent.
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Keith Carnal returns to BPitch Control with a rousing three-track excursion into the visceral side of techno. Stocked with deadly drum arrangements, thumping kicks and imposing basslines, Keith's armory is well equipped to cause maximum impact on the dancefloor. The title cut takes us straight into the depths of Carnal's wild mind, with a bombastic cut that utilizes a pitched down spoken word vocal. The storyteller takes us into a world of after party excess and "ape shit craziness" as the beats pump relentlessly. It's debauched, heavy and utterly alluring... Next up is "FreizeitAktivität", firing on all cylinders with a snub-nosed kick and slinky snares, that lead you into the main body of the track where a hypnotic melody plays out. The melody is emotive and evokes a feeling of solemnity, all the while those powerful drums fuel a rapid pace. Lastly, "WiederGutMachung", a brooding cut where Carnal employs a stripped back arrangement to great effect. The main riff has an unsettling feel, cultivating an anxious atmosphere complemented by the pounding beats.
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"I follow the golden stream..." sings Rosa Anschütz in the title track of her new album, in a cold, clear, determined voice. Underneath, golden interference buzzes and splashes at first, while cold light lies over the "thick water". Followed by powerful beats setting in as the trumpet fanfares of the chorus herald victory over the elements. Golden Stream is second album of the 24-year-old artist, who lives in Vienna and Berlin -- an amazing work. It can be danced to, but one can also listen to it as a conceptual album; it is as full of beats as it is full of thoughts. Rosa Anschütz plays piano, flute, and trumpet, she worked a lot with modular synthesizers in the beginning of her career. Her musical awakening experience was the Atonal Festival in Berlin, later she also danced a lot at Berghain, and Berghain DJ Max Kobosil remixed her song "Rigid". Rosa Anschütz reinforces her enormously versatile vocals -- ranging from a pleading breath to a cold new wave speaking voice -- with a relentlessly marching four-to-the-floor techno; but underneath it all, lay polyrhythmic deviations again and again. Clattering and trembling, deep basses digging into the ground, while shimmering veils of sound blow from above. Rosa Anschütz follows the traditions of dark wave and post punk, but carves deep notches of sound sculpture and romantic smoothness. Goldener Strom is a great pop album, full of melodies, aphorisms, and beats that immediately catch your ear. At the same time, it is a manifesto of artistic sovereignty -- precious and wise in our times of streamlined art. Includes lyrics sheet.
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Berlin techno luminary Ellen Allien turns her attention to the romantic darkwave duo Lebanon Hanover with this double pack of remixes. These cuts began life as personal edits for her own DJ sets in 2019, appearing in many shows since. First, she takes on "Living On The Edge". Larissa's vocals sit comfortably on top of the club-focused instrumental, which stays true to the original spirit of the song while reconfiguring it for the dancefloor. Ellen's second remix is a techno reinterpretation of "Invite Me To Your Country". Pulsating kick drums and an air of menace pervade throughout.
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Detroit selector, producer, and label owner (Pure Sonik Records) DJ T-1000 lands once again on BPitch Berlin with The Dirrty Underground EP, a dirty, percussive and pounding back-to-basics techno four-tracker. DJ T-1000 aka Alan Oldham is a central figure in techno history. Detroit born and based in Berlin, he began his career in the early '90s with Underground Resistance, and is a prolific producer whose music has appeared on many labels including BPitch and Tresor. Behind the scenes, he runs legendary Detroit labels like Generator, Pure Sonik, and Detroitrocketscience, and also works as a graphic artist and illustrator, producing iconic cover and merch artworks for Djax-Up-Beats, +8, Transmat and many more. On The Dirrty Underground EP, Oldham utilizes the timeless techno fundamentals -- pummeling hardware percussion, tight loops, and chopped humorous samples, resulting in tracks quite different from his usual fare. "Clitfuck" and "Think You Can Handle It" are a pair of fast and loose hardware jams inspired by Ellen Allien's recent sets. As the name implies "I Love It In My Acid" is a murky, tunneling acid weapon, and "I Fucking Love Berlin", with its raw, sleazy groove, pays fitting homage to the Detroit-Berlin axis.
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In 2001 Berlin techno pioneer Ellen Allien released her debut album, Stadtkind. Now it's being re-released, full-length on vinyl for the first time and fully remastered. German for "Child of the City", which epitomizes her relationship with Berlin, the album mapped out the blueprint for her distinct style. Stadtkind represents a key point in her timeline, with a myriad of styles centered on her inspired use of vocals and the unstoppable energy of the dancefloor. Each cut is timeless, still igniting the dancefloor with that darkly alluring vibe 20 years since they were first unleashed on the public. 180 gram vinyl.
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Ellen Allien brings you We Are Not Alone, a huge compilation series, featuring three installments with 11 tracks each. All brand-new music from artists who have either played at the infamous event series or will be appearing at future parties. This is the new Berlin underground, brace yourself... Part 2 features Rebekah, Inhalt der Nacht, Tham, Die Selektion, Maxime Iko, SHDW & Obscure Shape, Andrew Moore, Céilí, JakoJako, Alien Rain, and Parallx.
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Ellen Allien brings you We Are Not Alone, a huge compilation series, featuring three installments with 11 tracks each. All brand-new music from artists who have either played at the infamous event series or will be appearing at future parties. This is the new Berlin underground, brace yourself... Part 3 features Ryan James Ford, LADA (Dasha Rush & Lars Hemmerling), Cosmin TRG, Heidi Sabertooth, Henning Baer, Setaoc Mass, Truncate, Shlomi Aber, Hemka, Bertrand., and Adriana Lopez.
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Ellen Allien brings you We Are Not Alone, a huge compilation series, featuring three installments with 11 tracks each. All brand-new music from artists who have either played at the infamous event series or will be appearing at future parties. This is the new Berlin underground, brace yourself... Part 1 features Ellen Allien, Introversion, Insolate, DJ T-1000, Nocow, Alpha Tracks & Blue Hour, Cadency & Hadone, Yan Cook, Lady Starlight, P.leone, and Keith Carnal.
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