Environment, by Liuos

Environment is a new Dub-Techno EP by producer Liuos, out now on the wonderful Cold Tear Records!

The EP itself is a lovely little listen. The 4 lengthy songs are the perfect balance of warmth and chill – with soothing pads flowing behind pulsing cool kicks. Much in the tradition of the rest of Cold Tear’s discography, the techno is incredibly atmospheric.

Allowing yourself to become hypnotized by the rhythm can lead to another listening experience that is equally as enjoyable – peeling back the dub techno layers to soak in the pure atmospheric ambience that each track is built atop of.

Environment is a great addition to any Dub-Techno playlist or collection, it’s also a great place to start for those new to the genre thanks to it’s pure nature and digestible runtime. Support the artist and the label by getting the digital edition today from Bandcamp!

Spreading Roots now on Ingrown Radio!

Eternity Tree is incredibly happy to announce the return of SPREADING ROOTS

Spreading Roots is a mix series curated by Eternity Tree, originally launched almost a decade ago, returning now to a new home on the amazing Ingrown Radio! We are super excited about this new partnership with Ingrown Records, so much that we’re already getting cozy with our first mix!

You can look forward to a new mix each month, highlighting some of our favorite music – from experimental electronics to deep house, vaporwave, ambient and much more….

For listeners – this means you get a cute monthly package to start exploring new sounds, whether it leads back to our blog posts or simply diving deeper into the featured artists discographies! For artists – the mix is another opportunity to promote your music to a wider audience beyond the website!

Read on for a complete tracklist with bandcamp links for each song!

POST APOCALXX ARCHIVE 3, by SV1/UMENOS

HKCR · POST APOCALXX ARCHIVE 3｜ SV1/ UMENOS – 24/12/2020

Gorgeous assortment of selections, compiled by SV1 and Umenos for the Hong Kong Community Radio show POST APOCALXX. This particular mix is #3 in the series, and features a mind-bending variety of sounds from alternative ambient to deconstructed club, with all sorts of delicious electronic experiments in between. Nearly 2 hours of music in this one, perfect for creative mornings or late-nite productivity sessions. This is actually my first time hearing a mix in this series, I am excited to explore what episodes 1&2 have to offer!

You can stream the show for now via Soundcloud, or for when they need to make room on the SC, listen directly via the HKCR website.

Fresh Batch – January 27th, 2020

Hello and happy Monday, music lovers! Welcome to the Fresh Batch, your one-stop-shop for all the latest and upcoming underground music – from Ambient to Vaporwave to Experimental Techno and everything in between…

This week we’ve got a thick selection of upcoming releases, enjoy the preview tracks and be sure to add them to your bandcamp wishlist for a reminder when they release! We’ve also got a healthy selection of recently dropped projects, a solid assortment with a few phenomenal released by DMT Tapes FL, continuing their streak of excellence clean into the new decade. Without further jib-jab, enjoy the batch!

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COMING SOON

2/14 – Hot Lonely Singles, by cop funeral (Already Dead Tapes) Harsh Noise

2/20 – State of Fugue, by Zoë Mc Pherson (SFX) IDM

2/20 – Coalescence of Form, by Visionary Hours (Hidden Vibes) Ambient

2/21 – We Become Giants, by Ida Toninato (Dragon’s Eye Recordings) Drone

3/20 – Forever Underground, by Phantom Posse (ORCHID Tapes) Experimental Pop

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OUT NOW

Fragrance 甘い by COMPLΣX MATHΣMATICS
Released by BOGUS // COLLECTIVE
Vaporwave / Experimental / VHS Funk

Motor Way, by Suncoast Parkway
Released by DMT Tapes FL
Vaporwave / Outsider Ambient / Future Funk

効率的な休息のための家 by P U D E R P O L L I
Released by Tomorrow Entertainment Records
Experimental / Synthwave / Dystopian

ΩMEGA MALL X by Limousine
Released by Business Casual
Future Funk / Mallsoft / Vaporwave

Corrupt System, by▬▬▬▬ ★☆★☆
Released by DMT Tapes FL
Vaporwave / Outsider Ambient / Lush

Animal Forest II, by Blashy
Released by DMT Tapes FL
Vaporwave / Outsider Ambient / Relaxation

Metamorph EP, by Nightkites
Released by † ŦĦ€ ǤΔΜ€Ş Ŵ€ ƤŁΔ¥ †
Dark Bass / Future Garage / Atmospheric

Nightmares EP, by Adamas1080p
Released by TAR
Experimental Techno / Atmospheric / IDM

Self Titled, by The Triangle Theory
Released by Girly Girl Musik
Dark Ambient / Vapornoise / Experimental

Replicant, by Atom Swan
Released by Aural Canyon
Drone / New Age / Ambient

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NOW AVAILABLE ON WEBELOTRAX

Risonanze, by Valeri Belloni
Experimental / Electronic / IDM

Fresh Batch – January 20th, 2020

Well, folks – it’s 2020. We made it. A new year, a new decade, and a new fresh batch to get us started in the right direction.

This year has already been packed with potent releases from some of our favorite artists and labels, with a slew more on the way. High energy floods the airwaves! There’s plenty more where this came from, but we will stick to some outstanding highlights to avoid overwhelming the senses….

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COMING SOON

1/24 – PVO, by Polarize_Vex_Odds (Retrac Recordings) Experimental Electronics

Transporting Salt, bySpiritczualic Enhancement Center (Crash Symbols) Psychedelic

2/7 -The Rose And The Cross, by Sound Effects Of Death And Horror (Wormhole World) Experimental Electronics

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OUT NOW

Geometry Floppy, by Aerobic
Released by DMT Tapes FL
Vaporwave / Outsider Ambient / Future Funk

Continental, by NY Divine
Released by night coverage
Late Night Lo-Fi / Vaporwave / Experimental

Cerulean Blue, by Goamae
Released by B O G U S // COLLECTIVE
Downtempo / Dreampunk / Post-Vaporwave

Homecoming, by Blue Wednesday & B-Side
Released by Inner Ocean Records
Chillhop / Instrumental Beats / Lofi

MPH EP06, by Monophonia
Released by Microforma
Ambient Techno / Electronica / Experimental

Totem, by Nick León
Released by TAR
Experimental / Ambient Techno / Atmospheric

The Invisible Division, by光の里
Released by NO PROBLEMA TAPES
Experimental / Progressive / Soundscape

eroctech, by eroctech
Released by tapewurm.fm
Ambient / Experimental / Soundtrack

Wind Scatters Water, by Mitch Greer
Released by Aural Canyon
Ambient / New Age / Meditation

Seraphic Sisterhood, by Seraphic Sisterhood
Released by Fireflower Foundation
Vapordrone / Ambient / Soundscape

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NOW AVAILABLE ON WEBELOTRAX

Risonanze, by Valeri Belloni
Experimental / Electronic / IDM

FRESH BATCH – June 10th 2019

Hello music lovers! It’s time for another FRESH BATCH of awesome underground music!

This week has proven to be ULTRA underground – with quite a few records and projects being “Self Released”. Seeing this trend got me thinking to myself – what really is the purpose of a record label these days? Certainly the role has changed in the past years and decades, leading many independent producers to push releases without any sort of Label backing. The self-release of projects is DIY to the core – and even if there isn’t a stated label presence, many of these releases are propelled forward by word of mouth and pure sonic interest.

So what does all this mean? What is the takeaway!? NOTHIN! Just a bunch of great music, so strap in and listen up folks, there’s gold in them-there hills!

Easy Listening, by Centrofovar
Self Released
Electropop / Lofi / Future Funk

Fondest Memory, by Rosentwig
Self Released
Chillwave / Electropop / Post-Vaporwave

改善策, by Jackswan Turner
Self Released
Atmospheric Beats / Experimental / Lofi

Romantic Walks to the Middle of Nowhere, by J_ade_
Self Released
Alternative Pop / R&B / Lofi

Mem Aleph, by Mukqs
Released by Jacktone Records
Techno / Atmospheric / Outsider House

DEMO., by Mr. Simpson
Released by Illuminated Paths
Experimental / Drone / Ambient

INSOMNIASONGZ, by CALI四TYPE
Released by Girly Girl Musik
Dark Ambient / Drone / Experimental

Micro Dub EP, by Malik Faquir
Released by Hello Strange
Dub / Techno / Ambient

Death Keeps Me Awake, by Distant Animals
Released by Engram Recordings
Experimental / Ambient / Noisescape

Suculenta, by Palm Era
Released by Ingrown Records
Lofi Beats / Outsider Techno / Experimental

Neon Demons, by Solarein

Released December 22, 2018

music & artwork:
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Moon Tides, by Mzungu

Excerpt taken from Bandcamp relaese page.

Sitting, trying to study I looped a sample I had been working on in my DAW. This sample stayed playing for approximately 30 minutes – on repeat. I stumbled upon ‘Moontides’, named after the complicated interplay between moon and tides. Rhythmically massive, the relationship is nevertheless tangible and can be seen at work on any coastline.

In this work I have taken sounds and stretched and manipulated them, warping tempo and rhythmic structure. All of the samples start at the same time, but due to their differing lengths they never ‘complete’ together. Combined with volume automation this allows for a release of constraint. Take, for instance, traffic noises in the early morning mingling with the sound of birds outside your window. The two sounds merge, relate to one another. They are not pre-planned, but are rather rhythmically spontaneous – the rhythm emerging as it becomes. This symbiosis, this rhythmic chance, is allowed to develop in the repeated playing of samples.

There exists, nevertheless, a structure. The song ‘wraps around’ as a bar (or a complete rhythmic unit) as the piece finishes. Therefore, each element never sits parallel, but rather its position to other elements shifts continually. Frankenstein’s monster, a complete butchery of beauty. Notes, preludes, sonatas and other flotsam and jetsam. It came out of an idea (an attempt) to do away with scales and notation and see what happened. All of the keys and scales are by ear, elements are pitched according to feeling, not rule. Tones clash, do battle and drift apart falling into harmony then dissaray.

Doing away with working within a Western theoretical understanding of music is not novel, and I do not pretend it is. This is purely a piece of pretentious imagination. However, the musical bastard – as I have so named this project – exists and is out here for your pleasure or pardon

– Jonah Hebron aka Mzungu

released September 4, 2018

October #1

Hello ET readers!

Before I start loading this post up with links, I wanted to take a second to thank anyone and everyone who has supported this project from the beginning – I am inspired every day by seeing artists and collectives still producing and curating amazing content, along with a whole new generation of content creators pulling the underground scene into new directions and uncharted territories.

It is in this spirit that I am announcing a slight shift in the blog format to better accommodate both the current underground climate as well as my own personal habits and responsibilities. Moving forward, I will be focusing on posting “Lists” of recommended listens, opposed to individual “Quick Picks” of my findings. I feel this is a logical step, and also one that will be beneficial to both the readers and the artists featured. So without further explanation or excuse, here is the first list to kick off October 2018 – please enjoy browsing and exploring this batch of recommended underground music!!

 

Last Dayz ov Zummer – by Reflections From Nowhere

Released October 5th, 2018 – DMT Tapes FL

The ever-busy DMT Tapes Florida has graced us with another beautiful, meandering release from Reflections From Nowhere – tinged with a slight melancholy and dystopian vibe, the 13 tracks seem to drip from one to the next, laced with droning synths and keys, dusted with downtempo grooves and textures. The tape on a whole is quite a satisfying listen, as I found myself going back for a repeat listen 2/3 times whenever I pressed play… 🛰

 

Rum River Ramble – by Marcus Eads

Released September 30, 2018 – Self Released

Longtime readers will know that I am a fan of Marcus Eads’ stripped back, “Primitive” Americana compositions – so it is no surprise that I am both excited and pleased with his latest offering, Rum River Ramble. In traditional Eads fashion, the album is a peaceful homage to archaic sounds, featuring vibes ranging from swinging mellow melodies to thoughtful blues. Throughout the record, Marcus utilizes not only the Acoustic Guitar, but a peppering of unique instruments like the Dulcimer and Autoharp! Quite the enjoyable listen for a relaxing morning coffee. ☕️

 

Vault of Glass EP – by Doctor Jeep

Released October 5th, 2018 – Self Released

Dark and atmospheric Drum & Bass from UK’s Doctor Jeep – featuring collaborations with Fixate and Cirrus, with remixes from Hyroglifics and Sinistarr). Wonderfully satisfying dark club grooves with flavors of dub and world sounds. 🌍

 

Mental Disorder – by Hybrid Boy

Released October 5th, 2018 – Self Released

New Belgium producer Hybrid Boy presents us with an energetic and bold 3-track EP as a first release on the scene – each track is packed with atmosphere and energy, utilizing extraordinary drumwork and soundscape crafting. Definitely excited to hear more from this young producer in the future! 🌀

 

• CHOON FINDS – Saint Elsewhere •

“Experimental Trip Hop from Vienna/AT” – Saint Elsewhere strings together chilled electronics, downtempo beats and blissful vocals in a small collection of songs uploaded to Choon. Quite interesting stuff, subtle and worth multiple listens 🤙

Listen: Self-Titled 6 Track Album

MELLOW CHOONS VOL.1

Hey gang! I am back in action and feeling better than ever! I have been discovering so much wonderful music lately I simply cannot hold back from telling the world!

One thing in particular that has sparked a lot of energy has been exploring the CHOON platform – its vibe has taken me back to the old SoundCloud days, and I have simply adored lurking around the website for quality music. So to help usher back in this sonic exploration, head over to my Choon page (currently operating under my OHSAURUS moniker) and give a listen to Mellow Choons Vol.1 !

I will be posting more frequently – sounds from the underground as always – from the depths of bandcamp, soundcloud, and anywhere else I can find aural experiments! As always feel free to send your submissions my way – twitter tends to be the quickest way to reach me, however the good ‘ol submission form always works too! Anyways please enjoy, see you on the other side….