Mutual Rytm Germany Vinyl & CDs

Review: Mutual Rytm welcomes back Alarico for another one of his trademark and mind-bending techno EPs. His grasp of rhythm and sound design both elevate these high-functioning tracks into art form level. '0 Kelvin' wastes no time in hitting the ground running with its hurried, closely stacked kicks and barrage of percussion while 'One More' has waves of pixelated melody breaking over the grainy drums and supple bass. The flip side is full of invention on all fronts - there is coy funk in 'Asma' that is clipped and kinetic, then 'Sunburn' bangs that box with fizzing synths and yelping vocals that raise the euphoria levels. 'Drops Of You' is a final emotionally intense offering that races along with shimmering melodies and more emotionally charged vocals.

Review: Aussie techno innovator Alpharisc is back on Mutual Rytm with a standout second EP. Following his underground gem 'Ram Face' EP, Shane Yates again draws on the fact he has been immersed in techno for over 30 years, crafting raw, rugged sounds with his extensive hardware collection. 'Peace Be With You' opens with urgent synths and sharp drums, while 'Hail' adds frosty noise and an intense groove. 'Remain Seated 'features bright synths and driving bass and 'Look At This' combines slamming drums with melancholic pads. The closing track 'In Your Mind' offers cosmic, deep techno to close.

Review: Raffaele Attanasio has been gradually becoming a big name in Italian techno over the past decade and his latest 'South Signatures' 12" is turning up on the German label Mutual Rytm, which looks to be a match made in heaven. This EP houses five strong high energy dancefloor punishers that are not for the faint of heart. 'Madrigal' is a strong melodic techno burner that is perfect for the main stage of any techno festival. Powerful and futuristic, it adds an aura of trance to the building of the melody. 'Heat' is a techno dancefloor workout for the headstrong. 'Aogin Tree' is more traditional styled loopy techno that you would find on Drumcode, Zenit or Skunkworks in the early 00s. Blistering track! Our favourite may be the title track itself, for its pure unadulterated fun aspect. If you are into big room sounding techno that grabs your attention, then look no further.

Review: Gary Beck is a seasoned techno veteran who has dropped his useful sounds on plenty of the scene's finest labels. And that is the case again here as he lands on the esteemed Mutual Rytm with fine well designed and effective cuts. He wastes no time in getting down to business with the hammering hits and hard-assed drums of 'Upside Criminal' while 'Sambana' is a loopy cut that sweeps you up from below. 'Pepper Track' is another grinding, gritty, speed-riddled techno monster and 'Rejected' will rattle the walls of any warehouse. Last of all is 'Ghost', which has a more heads-up feel thanks to the brighter chords and subtle sense of hope.

Review: Glasgow-born veteran and techno heavyweight Gary Beck drops the much-requested ID 'Hopper' on SHDW's Mutual Rytm sub-label, Spectra. He's already well-known for underground anthems like 'Upside Criminal' and 'Fold' but now unveils this long-awaited club cut, which was born from a spontaneous studio session. Featuring a syncopated disco bassline, nods to funk and with an irresistible groove, 'Hopper' lingers long after the dancefloor empties and showcases Beck's production nous in more ways than one. Remix duties go to Bulgarian hardware wizard KiNK, who first delivers a warm, house-leaning version, then flips the script with a high-octane blend of techno and UKG.

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Review: Swiss artist Chlar's last EP Optimized Grooves was a standout success across the techno world and it marked a significant step for the fast-rising producer after fine outings on labels like Iceland's NIX and Stranger's Self Reflektion imprint. His full-throttle style is continually evolving as his latest offering, the Intrinsic Drive EP shows. 'Dopamine Rush' kicks off with fast techno beats and hypnotic synths, 'Intrinsic Drive' weaves tightly packed drums, bass, and alien sound designs, 'For Marco' intensifies with darker kicks and eerie synths, while 'Steady Pace' adds swing with crisp hits and vocal fragments. 'Greedy Man' offers industrial undertones with skewed synths to end on yet another stylish banger.

Review: Chontane is the alias for Ukranian producer and DJ David Natochen, who operates these days from Berlin and has steadily built up a formidable presence releasing on labels like THEM, REKIDS and Arts. Now he's arrived on Mutual Rytm with some slamming peak time gear loaded with his distinctive sound design instinct. 'Graze' is a raucous, swinging slice of industrial intensity, while 'Cumaru' brings the loopy techno fireworks to the buoyant uptempo scene. 'Schima' and 'Lauan' are just as explosive, piling on slabs of percussive noise and toying with atmospherics in between the unrelenting beats.

Review: Bari-based techno talent Dona Basile, aka DJ Plant Texture, makes his debut on SHDW's Mutual Rytm sub-label X with a space-themed homage following standout entries on Ilian Tape and Tresor Berlin. Basile's latest fuses analogue hardware with deep rhythms that are coloured by a love of sci-fi and 80s ambient soundtracks. The opener, 'Wormhole,' mixes up synth pulses and jacked drums, while 'Echoes' intensifies with heavy bass and twisted stabs. The title track 'Mondo Nuovo' could be the best of the lot as it blends booming drums with introspective synths for a great mid of body and head.

Review: Mutual Rytm deals in proper techno that does the basics well and doesn't worry about modern fads. 'Surface' is the standout here - it has brilliantly bubbly synths rippling in sync with the hunched drums and bold bass notes. It works perfectly on both head and body and so does 'Blush' though with a more sleek, straight-ahead groove and minimal percussion over the echoing claps. 'Grainy' shuts down with another stylish techno bent and confirms Dold to be a vital voice in the current underground.

Review: Exos, the seasoned Icelandic techno producer, returns with Icebreaker, a powerful release on Mutual Rytm Germany that dives deep into the genre's raw intensity. Side-1 opens with 'Voices Of Volcano,' a tribal-infused track that pulses with primal energy, echoing the chants of ancient rituals. 'Enter The Danger' ramps up the tempo, delivering a fierce, looping rhythm that’s both relentless and aggressive. The title track, 'Icebreaker,' follows, packed with hard-hitting percussion that keeps the momentum high. On Side-2, 'Mocoa Beats' stands out with its deeper groove and otherworldly sonic textures, blending alien-like sounds into a hypnotic rhythm that’s simply irresistible. 'Chicat' closes the record, infusing acid elements into a heavy, dominating track that’s both energetic and otherworldly. Icebreaker is a robust addition to any techno collection, showcasing Exos' talent for crafting tracks that resonate on both a physical and cerebral level.

Review: Frenchman Hemka makes a bold entrance on Mutual Rytm with this fierce solo 12" following her standout contribution to Federation Of Rytm III. She has established herself with a raw yet refined style on labels like Token and blends 90s grit with psychedelic textures and personal vocal touches in her work. This new EP delivers club-ready power across tracks like the tense, vocal-laced 'Abyss,' the propulsive 'Time,' and the haunting 'I Can't Shine.' With additional cuts like 'The Bad Place' and 'Unchanged' this is a fine window into Hemka's emotional depth and rhythmic command.

Review: Lars Husimans has made himself a core part of the family at SHDW & Obscure Shape's ever more crucial Mutual Rytm label. His ongoing Sounds From The Past series is back with a third thrilling volume here and opens with the title track, a cantering cut that sweeps you off your feet and heads off to the cosmos. There is more twisted machine funk on 'Fusion' and intense, unrelenting urgency to the shimmering loops of 'Shimmer'. 'Estar Farto' is all about the underlapping bassline that never stops churning and 'Bittersweet' brings some wall-rattling synth action to light up any set.

Review: Karachi-born, Toronto-based Measure Divide steps up for a first full EP on Mutual Rytm X here after having become known for reviving Toronto's techno scene through his FORMAT parties. Measure Divide has crafted a distinctive sound in that time which collides techno with innovative breaks and modular experimentation. Drawing from his experience in sound design and film scoring, this playful release departs from his usual serious tones by offering adventurous DJs and listeners a vibrant, chaotic journey through tracks like 'Wormy Wonderland' and 'Eeeeeermmmm' which mix unconventional percussive sounds, twisted synths, and caustic rhythms into real bangers.

Review: Berlin techno talent Regent returns to Mutual Rytm with his second 12" release, 'Delta Hyve'ia five-track package brimming with peak-time energy. Known for blending past and present techno influences, Regent crafts tracks designed for powerful sound systems, perfect for various moods throughout the night. The title track, 'Delta Hyve,' has a powerful deep bass and dynamic synths over rooted drums. 'Ophaal' intensifies the experience with thumping kicks, coarse textures, and commanding hi-hats. 'Hygea Core' offers urgent basslines and eerie pads, creating a suspenseful atmosphere. 'New Narrative' propels forward with high-speed rhythms and metallic percussive elements, while 'Ree 54' shifts gears with bright synths and grooves reminiscent of early Detroit techno. This release underscores Regent's growing influence in the global techno scene.

Review: Berlin's Regent returns to Mutual Rytm with a precision-crafted techno anthem backed by a trio of heavyweight remixes. 'Permean' is the kind of track built for peak-time warehouse deploymentifierce in its groove yet unusually emotional, merging surgical low-end with spiralling pads that lend it a timeless and melancholic charge. Dutch veteran Sterac pares things back with a hypnotic, tunnelling reshape that nods to classic 90s minimalism. Head High, Rene Pawlowitz's house-adjacent alias, flips it into a thudding, big-room roller with buzzing synths and tough drums primed for festival sets. Finally, Shed delivers the darkest mix of the lotihis 'Forceful Pressure' take ratchets up the intensity with distorted kicks, jagged loops and glitched-out percussion. It's a masterclass in restraint and tension, channelling the relentless energy of proper machine music. For a four-tracker, this covers a serious spectrum of club pressureifrom introspective to incendiaryiwith Regent's original anchoring the release as something both forceful and strangely beautiful.

Review: Is there a more reliable and always on form pair in techno than SHDW & Obscure Shape? The German duo's latest outing is another classy techno offering aimed squarely at the dance floor, each with its own subtly anthemic vibes and perfect for a wide range of settings, moods and moments. 'Eraser' is in your face and full of angst and edginess with clipped vocal shouts and incendiary hi-hats. 'Dancer In The Dark' is full of more blistering synth leads, smeared dub chords and closely stacked kick drums and 'Disturbing Behaviour' has a more lithe and acrobatic feel with lashings of acid. Two more B-side tunes take things to boiling point.

Review: Sonic Propaganda's Native EP showcases the echno producer's diverse range within the genre. The A-side opens with the title track, a hard-hitting percussive techno track that sets the tone for the EP. This is followed by 'Soul Pressure,' a peak-time techno anthem, and 'Terminal,' a robotic hard techno stomper. The B-side takes a more experimental turn with 'Basic Path,' which incorporates elements of house, tribal, and deep bass. Finally, 'Body Empire' is a chord-heavy techno builder with a strong rhythmic foundation. Overall, the Native EP is a upper-tier release that showcases Sonic Propaganda's versatility and production prowess.

Review: Mutal Rythm releases proper techno for proper heads. It hits a quarter of a century of releases here with Steve Redhead taking charge. The first cut is a blistering one: 'Sincfala' is like a blizzard on a frosty tundra with walls of textural synth and fizzing drums all washing over you. 'Rapidshade' is another high speed roller with some pent up funk in the drums. The machine sounds continue at pace with the cantering grover of 'Ad Valvas' and loopy, busted, underlapping intensity of 'Nusakan' which is softened only slightly by some rueful pads up top. 'Asmodeus' closes down with a deep, pulsating rhythm that keeps you on your toes.

Review: An up and coming producer and more known for his dub techno roots, Stojche shifts gears with three tracks of futuristic techno. Bringing a harder, more pounding techno sound to Mutual Rytm, the title track, 'Stomping Ground', hits with catchy chords and a strong, dancefloor-ready rhythm, complete with infectious hooks that keep energy levels high. Side-2 begins with 'Oberheim' a percussive, melodic builder with a heavy beat that captivates with its addictive groove and some gorgeously dynamic layering. The EP closes with 'Consequence', a spacey, floaty track that lays beats over a shimmering, providing an outstanding end to a great release.