The best music of the end of 2024 and january 2025

• Jomni, Jori – Ponder EP [Gorin Recordings]

Oh man! I don’t know how I missed this record in 2024 that would definitely be in my top but I think a new record from them is coming! better late than never <3

Jomni and Jori is an electronic music duo that has been deeply involved in the Japanese club scene, consistently producing sounds with an emotional and spacey vibe while bringing out the gem in electronic music to create unique club experiences. The record lovers who met in Kyoto have now dispersed to Cologne, Kyoto, and Tokyo, and have started a new label influenced by old records yet dedicated to exploring fresh sounds together with Miki.

https://www.discogs.com/release/31485221-Jomni-Jori-Ponder-EP

• Shinichi Atobe – Discipline [DDS]

Shinichi does it again! International man of dub techno mystery, Shinichi Atobe returns to DDS with a new double album of pensile steppers and lip-smacking, feathered swang, a good 10 years since first crossing paths with Demdike Stare’s label.

https://www.discogs.com/master/3680388-Shinichi-Atobe-Discipline

• Janeret & Miroloja – Expoz EP [Joule Imprint]

Across four tracks, Janeret & Miroloja craft a mesmerizing journey through deep house realms, blending celestial synths, hypnotic vocals, and subtle acid touches.

• Opal Sunn – Elastic – Phases I – III [Test Pressing Recordings]

This is the first in a trilogy of releases. ‘Elastic’ runs from deep electronic trance on the A side to dub and then a beautiful ambient version on the B side by Alex Kassian & Hiroaki Oba.

• Floral Resources – Terra Preta [Tech Startup]

In the absence of air, find solutions in the soil.

• Pavilion – P12_03 [Pavilion]

Spaced out and minimal cuts for public and private environments produced by Flørist

https://www.discogs.com/release/32526411-Pavilion-P12_03

• Mihail P ‎– Multitudes [Analog Concept]

Analog Concept Records presents the ‘Multitudes Ep’ from Macedonia’s techno maestro and prolific DJ, Mihail P.

In these 4 tracks are a fine mix of atmosphere, intricate electro and techno drum foundation, with warm hues of melody that seep smoothly into the imagination. It’s old school minimal approach creates max quality in feelings like that of its early 90s Detroit and UK style ancestry, while never losing touch of the future in its sonic impression on imagery.

• Superplasticfantastic – Atlas [Discos Sentimiento]

Drawing inspiration from the wide range of music available today, superplasticfantastic explores an eclectic spectrum of sounds, ranging from fundamental genres such as house, techno and drum and bass to a wide range of emerging sub-genres and styles.

• DJ Frog – Wave [Doo]

An antidote for the other side. New stuff for the new stuff. Just add your own stuff.