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 Stryke - The Narrowest Of PathsGreg “Stryke” Chin is a hard working and passionate producer and DJ. Greg’s approach to music has been set at the age of four when being taught classical piano and after moving to Miami his love for Beethoven and Chopin mixed up with the early electronic alternative scene. He quickly learned the principles of additive synthesis and started writing electronic songs. He got addicted by spinning and producing his own sounds in the same way and still there’s no preference for one side of the electronic way of life. His daily schedule is pretty stuffed: While traveling around the globe he’s always at the screen developing new stuff. “Amazon” at Circle Music, his latest contributions to Plastic City (“Imagination of the shape”) and releases at Ovum (Josh Wink) or Mute went straight to the top of numerous playlists and reviews. Stryke has never been stuck to a particular style of music - hates the barrier game. "I see it all as music. Every genre has music which is good and bad. That's it. I hate the fact that some people raise an eyebrow when I release a house record when perhaps they know me for techno. All that should matter is whether something is good or bad. Period." Plastic City proudly presents his latest labours of love “The Narrowest of Paths” – a proof of extraordinary talent and consequence. It’s the most emotional piece you have ever heard and of course a cutting-edge production incorporating a great variety of styles and influences. This is more than a bunch of tracks – it’s a journey or more a soundtrack for the life on the road. Listen – communicate – understand! Available Formats: CD, LP, mp3. | |||
 Terry Lee Brown Junior - SoftpackTerry Lee Brown Junior presents his long awaited fifth album "Softpack" at Plastic City. As one of the main characters of Plastic City’s catalogue he consistently followed his path of creating and developing his unique, extraordinary style. Highly addictive grooves and elements of house, techno, jazz, downtempo and even breakbeat melt together and thus you can never expect a certain category of sound – but there’s an important ingredient for all of his works: Emotion! From early beginnings until the present Terry’s musical ideas had great impact on what we now call “techhouse”. As a pioneer and central player of the techhouse scene he succeeded in getting and remaining one of the most requested producers and DJs worldwide. Especially in the U.S.A. and Great Britain he established himself as archetype for nearly every following production or name in this division. After long nights at the studio and countless appearances at the most sought-after locations of the planet he appears with state-of-the-art productions which are more than beats, bass, groove and synths: According to his multi-faceted perspective and style he is just doing the music as he feels when being at the studio. You cannot judge this exceptional piece of music as aiming at a certain use. All tracks are connected to each other and are best suited for dancefloor use – nevertheless it’s pure listening pleasure you can enjoy nearly anywhere you are. Mysterious atmospheres are crossed by deep grooves – tasty melodic bits and wide effects garnish a delicious menu – gourmet guarantee! If you would like to get a first impression of the sound of the fifth album from Terry Lee Brown Junior, please just listen or download the track "Softpack (The Edit)", which is an essence of the album "Softpack". Available Formats: CD, 2LP, mp3; Free Download: Softpack (The Edit). | |||
 J. Axel - Deepness Is ServedWith “Deepness Is Served” Jonathan Axelsson aka J. Axel delivers his first long player on Plastic City. The eleven tracks on the album are a prefect display of soulful and slick productions ranging between house music and beautiful downbeat affairs. A stunning journey through deep sound-scapes, tight & precise drums and unique arrangements. “You Give me Love” features vocals by Astrid Suryanto and a impressive sax-solo by Alex Van Heerden, it perfectly displays the mood of the album – true late night bar / dance vibes with jazzy rhodes, smooth bass-lines on top of sexy drums.“Deepness Is Served” is based on a super dope & laid back beat with sweet melodies and minor chords: cocktail joint blues. Just like the “Jazz On The 22nd Floor” down-tempo big city vibes.“This Time”, “Hiding” & “In A Distant Bar” are slightly up tempo house music tracks reminiscent of the cool Naked Music releases. Atmospheric, soulful and absolutely dance floor compatible. “It’s Right Here” & “Crowns On the Tower sound as if J. Axel was the unknown twin brother of the lounging Glenn Underground. Synthesizer layers, keen solos – clavinet style and organic. “Skywatcher” contains Hawaii style acoustic guitar chords underneath warm strings for truly intimate moments morph into a beautiful song structure with poetic qualities… this is beyond lounge music. “Magic Of Dusk” the most soul-esque tune on the album.. broken beats, sax licks, e-piano deepness, slick vocals. “Loveletters” is the most ambient song on the album. Available Format: mp3. | |||
 Articulations, mixed by David AlvaradoDavid Alvarado’s schedule is a pretty hectic one – he travels all around the globe spinning at the most famous venues, runs several labels and still finds enough time for developing and spreading his own productions and enlarge his magnificent catalogue. Richie Hawtin and Josh Wink have been and supporting this genius producer and dj who also can proudly put a bunch of released Mix-CDs on the table. Guidance Records, Peace Frog, Ovum, Plastic City, Ultra, Strictly Rhythm…at the present there is more than 40 single releases and albums around for many occasions. David always tried to give a new taste to underground house and techhouse music culture and nowadays succeeds again by presenting another labor of love at Plastic City: Articulations. This DJ mix is a speech of a real connoisseur. More than a decade he has been working between underground and global networking and the underground culture which influenced his style and taste now relates to his deep sound! Just listen to the fabulous compilation which he mixed together in a smooth manner- this guy really knows how to bring you away from common spheres! Einzelkind, Jackmate, Microstar, Argy, The Mulder and some more pearls of techhouse culture unconsciously and relaxed flow into each. The “who is who” of the first league shakes hand with this never-ending construction. David underlines the fact that Plastic City again is suited in the center of house and techhouse music. Enjoy a trip to wonderland with bright spheres, deep grooves, a warm breeze and midnight sun! What you want more! Available Formats: CD, mp3. | |||
 Flight No. PC42 To Plastic CityFlight No. PC42 to Plastic City is a special one. It will give you the chance to get in contact with exclusive new tracks from new arrivals as well as from the known artists of Plastic City. This time, 25 artists from four continents are aboard: Tom Pooks, Rob Pearson & Alberto Ferrante, Terry Lee Brown Junior, Adam Jace, Lukas Greenberg, El Farouki, Mecanique, Lincoln Six Echo, Budai & Vic, Stryke, Satoshi Fumi, R.T.A. feat. Katerina, Da Funk, The Timewriter, The Mulder, Jeff Bennett, Subsky, Harold Heath, Dirty Cover, Heim & Jones, Processing Vessel, Tek Killa, Denace 2 Society, Forteba and Lee Humphreys. And like throughout in a city the new arrivals and the known habitants mix each other very fast and build something innovative. Most of the tracks are specially and exclusive produced for this project. Available Format: mp3. | |||
 Deep Train - Sensual Dawn, mixed by The TimewriterSubtitled Sensual Dawn, Jean F. Cochois aka The Timewriter presents the fifth edition of his mix-series Deep Train. Emotional, sensual and with his well-known and distinctive style, he yet again succeeds in creating a special atmosphere through selecting some exquisite track titles – all typical for his ongoing theme. With this album, The Timewriter steers the train away from commonly known tracks; instead purposefully focussing on pure musicality by including artists such as Robert Graf, Round Two, Pete Gust or Diogenes Club. With top tunes from Sian (also featured on play-lists from Carl Craig, Loco Dice, Ame, Ben Watt, Marc Romboy, Steve Lawler, Laurent Garnier and many others) and Nikola Gala, a currently much in-demand artist from Greece, The Timewriter builds a bridge to the inhabitants of Plastic City by combining the sound typical to the label together with his outstanding taste in music and sensitive feel. Also featured is Rob Pearson, who just had his debut on Plastic City and currently working on his new album. This truly is a bundle of magnificent listening goodies at gourmet-level. One can hear the voice of Robert Owens whispering “Take a ride inside of deep” in Rob Pearson and C-Soul’s Escape From the Madness - directed straight at the listeners. Enjoy over one hour of the absolute finest Deep- and Tech House. Get your tickets and never disembark the train! Available Formats: CD, mp3. | |||
 Lukas Greenberg - Rhode´ StoriesNikolas Jakoby a.k.a. Lukas Greenberg definitely is no newcomer in the electronic music scene. He started his career in the early 90ies as a hip hop dj and played at famous venues like the tresor, 90Grad and KitCat. Quite a lot residencies and years of dance floor experience brought him to own productions which he started on an Atari Mega 2. He founded his label “Synphon Records” and received remix requests from Peter Schilling amongst others. It’s easy to see that after more than ten years in the business his musical background is based on a broad variety of influences and styles – so is his music and what else than Plastic City could be the perfect platform for the height of his creativity. Last year he had his first appearance at “Play Plastic City” and his debut EP “Behind Doors” earlier this year drew attention to this fantastic musician, producer and DJ. The “Rhode Stories” again verify his sense for high quality listening stuff: He rolls out his musical range while connecting all tracks like writing a book. He produced several introductions for the “chapters” and after listening the whole album one is convinced about a theory behind the compilation of the songs. He rides on a wave of downbeat, electro, house, easy listening and some more ingredients which make you feel comfortable about listening to the “Stories” again and again. This is an outstanding collection of tracks – influenced by people, life and musical history and hits bulls eye aiming at the Plastic City philosophy. Enjoy the warm and bright atmosphere - high quality listening pleasure! Available Formats: CD, 2LP, mp3. | |||
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 Adam Jace - Last Days In BrazilThis laidback, twenty-something, ex South African, Sydney dweller lives and breathes house music. His sound is described as unique and forward thinking, breaking down genre boundaries effortlessly and representing club-focused music at its very best. As a DJ, he has played across Sydney's finest venues and club nights including his residency at Habit, where he has supported the likes of Ricky Ryan, Sonny Wharton and local hero's Matt Rowan & Jaytech. Now, Adam Jace joins the ranks of The Timewriter, Forteba and Terry Lee Brown Junior with his first releases. He starts among environments which others achieve at the height of their careers. His music can be described as unique and forward thinking, breaking down genre boundaries effortlessly and representing club-focused sound at its very best. He’s one of the hottest entertainers in Sydney and around. This is fresh new stuff from a very sympathetic guy – shining brightly over the landscapes of techhouse music! Available Formats: 12", mp3.
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 Terry Lee Brown Junior - PulsarTerry Lee Brown Junior - one of the most frequent names in Plastic City label’s history has convinced his audience and critics by always being different while remaining a unique character of the housy upper class. From early beginnings until the present Terry’s musical ideas had great impact on what we now call “Tech-House”. As a pioneer and central player of the Tech-House scene he succeeded in getting and remaining one of the most requested producers and DJs worldwide. He succeeded changing topics and following the rule of never producing just one kind of music. This release comes with a special announcement: Terry’s fifth album "Softpack" is in the pipe and this is an exclusive preview on the next chapter of delightful entertainment. This release proves again Terry’s status as one of the few who are able to reinvent themselves everyday! Available Formats: 12", mp3.
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 The Timewriter - Vintage CircuitsTimeless, magically sparkling music full of feeling and soul, and of a beauty that goes beyond clichées has become the unmistaken trademark of Jean F. Cochois a.k.a. The Timewriter - possibly one of Germany's most sophisticated producers. With his fifth album "Soulstickers", he created canvas of imaginations with lucid sound-landscapes, using a remarkable pallet of stunning sounds and techniques. Creating yet another masterpiece, he made this a follow-up of timeless classics such as "Leters from the Jester", "Jigsaw Pieces", "Diary of a Lonely Sailor" and "Paintbox". It is another extraordinary piece of work that will stay in the heart of many avid listeners for a long time. "Soulstickers" has immediately rushed to the top of international house-charts. Now the gentleman presents "Vintage Circuits", the second single taken from his current album incl. four brand new mixes - an awesome club-track with beautiful vocals from Theresa Baltimore and an atmospheric environment for letting all go. Jean F. Cochois aka The Timewriter with another tasteful chapter of his producing art. Available Formats: 12", mp3.
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 Budai & Vic - Second Wave Of EmotionsDJ Budai started his career like thousands of self-appointed DJs all over the world. By collecting cassettes, he started to go out to clubs in Budapest to study how the ’good olds’ doing their job. He got his first possibility to spin because of an illness, he had to play instead the Angyal bar’s (not the same as today’s Angyal bar) resident DJ. In 1990 he was the runner-up of the Hungarian DMC. DJ Budai started to write music and made remixes for several artists. In 1997 Silvervoice awarded him in the ‘DJ of the Year’ category. He usually spins in Austria, Germany, Romania, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Switzerland, Serbia and of course Hungary. In summer 2002 he and his friends started to organize Hungary"s first ever deep house party serie I Love Deep. The events became a top night in Budapest and still going it. Vic started his carreer in 1997 with his ex-schoolmate Joc. Under the name of Sonic Age they produced tracks in almost every kind of electronic music, but mainly focusing house-based stuff. Available Formats: 12", mp3.
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 Nick Curly - SilomNick Curly just moved in his Plastic City domicile. His career as DJ, producer and label head began more than a decade ago. He started spinning at the legendary Vibration Club at the age of fifteen and more than ten years later one cannot remember all names he worked with and venues he played at. He regularly plays at the Loft Club and holds resiedencies at Cocoon Club’s “Envy-My Music Events” and “The Soho Club” in Mannheim. His work gains international interest and the intervals get shorter while he also makes more and more effort at his own labels “8Bit” and “Cécille Records”. He also is member of the “Amused Records” crew but doesn’t sign own stuff there because he is more suited at the minimal, deep and technoid side of life. Furthermore he is releasing on the new label from Audiolfy called Supernature Records as well as on Plastic City. Beside his tracks on the last Plastic City compilations the "Silom EP" is his debut on Plastic City. Available Formats: 12", mp3.
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 Greg Parker - CasualIn the Year 1996 Greg Parker began to work for the Distribution “DMS” and the Recordstore “Imports”. In 2002 he started to manage the recordstore on his own and changed the name into “Smoove Records”. The insight into the different kinds of electronic music allowed him an extended overview in the electronic music scene, which is actually reflected in his individual and bulky Sound. At the End of the 90’s Greg Parker was a wellknown Dj in Darmstadt and it's outer regions. In 2002 he became Resident Dj in the famous House Club “Room 106” where he gets in contact with Terry Lee Brown Junior. From this point of time on they started a close friendship which was not only based on the shared Interest in electronic Music. Inspired by their friendship the first own production from Greg Parker was released on the compilation "Imagination Of The Shape". Greg Parker also produced two tracks together with Terry for his albus "Karambolage" (I Feel Lost) and "Softpack" (Headache). Available Format: mp3. | |||
 Frankman - Straight Between The EarsSince the early 90ies it is impossible to imagine Leipzig’s House-scene without Frankman, once born as Andreas Greiner. Being influenced by the Hip-Hop of the 80ies and the arising Techno- and House-movement he soon developed his own and unmistakable style, which can still be recognized in his recent sets and productions. A style which is one or even the reason why he was significantly involved in the development of the presently popular Leipzig’s Deep-House-style. Since 2001 joint productions with various colleagues became more frequent. Co-operations with de Bear (Dessous Rec.) and Matthias Tanzman (Moon Harbour) followed. In 2002 his first longplayer “different divides” on “Draft Recordings” came out. In 2003 for Frankman it was time for some changes: With „Auris Rec.“ a new Deep-House label was thrown on the market. Since, publications of for example Lars Behrenroth, Metrosoul and Parov Stelar followed. Of course Frankman often takes care of the matter himself -in form of remixes, for example of “Deepthoughts” and “Smooth Society”, or in form of complete 12”s. In the view of his work’s quality, it is not a surprise that Frankman’s productions can be found on internationally renowned singles/records, such as Steve Bug’s "The Flow“ (Cocoon 2002) and Harley & Muscle’s "Play Deep House“ (Soulstar 2006). Available Format: mp3. | |||
 Pete Gust - NightlifeGrowing up in a small town in Sweden, Pete Gust aka Peter Gustafsson experienced that Deephouse wasn't exactly easy to come by. This was in a time when the internet wasn't nearly as evolved as it is today, but still the fever caught him after being introduced to labels such as Naked Music, SVEK and Guidance Recordings by the legendary Swedish house-DJ, Mike Olson. Possessed by a great love for the harmonies and moods presented to him he started producing for real. This lead to a number of releases on Night-Lights Recordings. Despite his quite few releases, he quickly got the attention he deserved. Along with alot of great feedback from DJ´s and producers. Peter Gustafsson is one in a row of many talented and promising producers coming out of Sweden at the moment. With incredible atmospheres and sophisticated beats, he brings you fresh forward thinking house and whether it be a pumping clubtrack or a jazzy laidback loungegroove you can always count on him to stay with one foot in the deep. Over the years Peter has evolved and developed a mature style and sound that now is to be enjoyed on Plastic City. Available Format: mp3. | |||
 Stryke - Spark and FireIt’s maybe the most emotional piece you have ever heard and of course a cutting-edge production incorporating a great variety of styles and influences. This is more than a bunch of tracks – it’s a journey or more a soundtrack for the life on the road. Greg Stryke is considered to be one of the top DJs around today. His globetrotting schedule and growing legions of fans is proof positive of his ability to command dancefloors worldwide. His dexterity is proven time and time again. His live shows, while rare, are an even bigger treat. He's had Billboard chart success with his Ad Finem project and as a remixer. His guest vocal on the track "Time" with Murk, went #1 in the US in 2004. He's collaborated with artists such as Murk, Christian Smith, John Beltran, Santos, & Alex Flatner, to name a few. With releases on labels such as Ovum, Plastic City, Hooj Choons, Monoid, Circle, Guidance, Platform, Twisted, & many others, there seems to be no end in sight for this bright star. Over the years, his residencies have included nights at clubs such as the legendary Edge, Warsaw, Maze, & Nocturnal. Available Format: mp3. | |||
 Andrew Grant - Blue VistaHailing from the Washington DC area, Andrew Grant's DJ history dates back to 1988 when he was spinning hip-hop at house parties and school dances. But, his musical tastes turned to electronica after his first trip to NYC’s Twilo in the mid 90s. Andrew first visit to Europe was in 2000 playing in Dublin on New Years Eve and then in Paris. He stayed in Europe and in 2001, purchased a one-way ticket from England to the White Isle. He came to Ibiza with a passion to play top venues. Soon after he was invited to play Thursday morning afterhours @ DC10. After just two sets he was invited to play a main 3-5 hour slot at Circoloco after Cirillo, his mentor. Combined with his aggressive mixing and ability to layer sounds, he keeps his sound perpetually fresh, deep and driving. His sets are packed with sinister beats, lonely echoes from the use of his third deck, and perfect bridges between tracks. And when needed he has an uncanny ability to layer bass for extra punch. Along with playing ARC (Vinyl) in NYC and at Crobar @ WMC 2004 along Timo Maas, he frequently plays at Goa in Rome and at Tribehouse in Germany. He has played with Fatboy Slim, Sander K, Tania Vulcano, Behrouz, Dan Ghenacia, Sven Vath, Craig Richards, Mr. C, Richie Hawtin, Ricardo Villalobos and Bill Patrick, among many others. Like the last years, Andrew Grant is the resindent DJ of the Circoloco Ibiza also in the season 2008. Available Format: mp3. | |||
 J. Axel - Love LettersThe first single from J. Axel on Plastic City, one of Sweden's top house producers, is called "Love Letters". The deep original mix, taken from his current album ”Deepness is Served”, is a gem of a track: Deep piano chords, handcrafted and keen beats underneath the sensual and moody vocals of Astrid Suryanto. This tune can easily be compared to productions of Osunlade, Blaze, Masters At Work or DJ Spinna…it’s fresh and has a lot of soul. Swedish musician Henrik B is on the remix due. Usually known for more techno orientated productions on labels like Zync, Primate or his own label Illgorhythm, he reworks the track into a cheeky tech house way with pumping and hypnotic patterns and nicely sliced vocal samples. Stockholm local Joel Mull teams up with producer legend Pär Grindvink for the second remix of the track "Love Letters". The result is an incredible EP, that will cause major damages to the world’s house clubs, taking the original vibe into a more floor-orientated and forward direction with thrilling pads & chords and tight beats but still deep & sexy – one could call it “the Stockholm school of electronic - 4 to the floor – soul”. Available Format: mp3. | |||
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