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May 6, 2013

Random News #10

Greetings and welcome to Random News #10.

We’ve “missed” a couple of issues due to a great overload of work, and yet, some things that should be included on this issue may have passed our notice, but this is only natural since we are currently working on the “Counter Future” project which is our biggest so far and consists of 2 12inch EPs, a 3LP full length album, a flexi disc release as well as some other stuff.

Speaking of Counter Future, let’s begin this issue with a short notice to inform all Last.fm users that the Counter Future EP is now available there:
http://www.lastfm.de/music/Various+Artists/Counter+Future+EP

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As you know, the Counter Future EP is also available on vinyl, split on two beautiful etched 12inch pressing, and is available in our shop. But that’s not the only nice item you can buy there. You should definitely check the beautiful vinyl postcards by 2econd class citizen and Glen Porter on the Postmanslove label which are now on stock:
http://www.e-q-x.net/shop/2econd-class-citizen/2econd-class-citizen-dust-to-ashes-vinyl-postcard/
http://www.e-q-x.net/shop/glen-porter/glen-porter-planet-munderscore-vinyl-postcard/

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Next, we’d like to switch to some news about our artist, Godblesscomputers, starting with a nice review on his newly released EP, “Freedom Is OK”, on HHV magazine:
http://www.hhv-mag.com/de/review/4650/godblesscomputers-freedom-is-o-k

Staying with Godblesscomputers, we’d like to share the news of his brand new remix release on Fresh Yo!, named “Lost in downtown (The Beastie Boys re-works)” and, as appears on the title, this release includes 7 amazing classics by the Beastie Boys as re-worked by Gbc.

This is set to a “name-your-price” deal which means you can get it for free if you type zero (0). Though, we highly recommend that you support the artist and label.
You can listen and/or get it, here:
http://freshyolabel.bandcamp.com/album/fy-020-godblesscomputers-lost-in-downtown-the-beastie-boys-re-works

Finally, Indaba music has launched a remix contest in which Godblesscomputers remixes Sweatson Klank‘s “I Shouldn’t Be Here (Feat. Ango)“. Listen to this nice tune, here:
https://beta.indabamusic.com/opportunities/sweatson-klank-i-shouldnt-be-here-feat-ango-remix-contest-presented-by-ableton/submissions/5cf9b76a-b0b6-11e2-b9dc-12313d026137?sort=hottest

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Moving on to the “Phantasma EP” by Playpad Circus which got a nice extensive review on Popshot. Read the review (German only) here:
http://popshot.over-blog.de/article-playpad-circus-phantasma-ep-113400820.html

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Now, before we close this issue with some news about our label, we would like to share information about DJ Food’s amazing “The Search Engine” which is finally available on a beautiful 4LP (gatefold cover). You can read more about the release –which features Equinox artist 2econd Class Citizen – on the official release page, here:
http://ninjatune.net/release/dj-food/the-search-engine

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To close this issue, we’d like to share a very nice feature* that Der Brutkasten did about Equinox Records. Read this, here:
http://der-brutkasten.blogspot.de/2013/04/equinox-records-gute-musik-stilsicheres.html
*This is written in German, but we tried it out and it works (almost) perfect with Google’s translator.
To view this in DE to EN translation mode, cclick HERE

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So… That’s it for now. Thanks for reading and if we’ve missed anything that should have been included, please send it in and we’ll include it on our next issue.

Sincerely,
the Equinox Records team.

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Mar 3, 2013

DJ Scientist Announces Solid Steel Mix

Jan 23, 2013

Equinox 2012 Highlights & 50th Release Update

2012 has probably been our busiest and most succcessful year in our label history. We have added some great albums, EPs and singles to our catalogue and we want to thank all fans for the support. Especially those that are still buying vinyl releases, which is still our main focus.

2012 started with DJ Scientist’s very limited “The Artless Cuckoo EP” (eqx-034) as well as 2econd Class Citizen’s “Perception / Identity” postcard set (eqx-035). Following the official video of Deckard’s “Günesim” we also released the second part of the Black On Black Vinyl Series, a limited 7inch of the song with new remixes by Anthony Drawn and Deckard himself (eqx-036).
More info about these releases here: http://www.e-q-x.net/releases/

Then, in April, we were heading straight forward with our biggest project this year: the release of 2econd Class Citizen’s long awaited second full length: “The Small Minority” (eqx-038). The album was first introduced by a really cool single entitled “Outside Your Doorway EP” (eqx-037) that featured remixes by Dday One and Buddy Peace and had a lot more exclusive music on it. The album then followed in late may – a masterful project with astonishing music and great artwork.
More info: http://www.e-q-x.net/releases/eqx038/

Another highlight followed with Andreikelos’ debut EP on Equinox, the third part of the Black On Black Vinyl Series, “Euryphaessa” (eqx-039). Although being a very limited underground project the reactions to this release were quite overwhelming – a really outstanding piece of electronic music.
More info: http://www.e-q-x.net/releases/eqx039/

Staying busy throughout the summer months, Misanthrop & Aqua Luminus III. delivered heat with the follow up to their Audiac release “Leinwand” in form of the “6 Years Later EP” (eqx-040). The 10inch single featured 6 beat-heavy songs, including a phenomenal rap track with Ceschi, 2Mex and James P Honey.
More info: http://www.e-q-x.net/releases/eqx040/

In October we also announced a remix contest for that Hip-Hop track, which resulted in massive double digital release which was given away for free as a new years present and is still available right here in two separate parts:
http://equinoxdigital.bandcamp.com/album/20-stories-later-a-remix-overdose-part-i
http://equinoxdigital.bandcamp.com/album/20-stories-later-a-remix-overdose-part-ii

Another album followed in September by Deckard. “Echoes From The Past” (eqx-041) contained unreleased material that was produced during the years 2000 to 2005. The 9 track release became part one of the “Unheard & Uncovered” project whereas the first 50 copies of the vinyl album additionally came with another bonus album by Deckard with some of this earliest works. The deluxe package was exclusively available through the Equinox Online Store. Some of the last copies can still be bought here:
http://www.e-q-x.net/shop/equinox-records/deckard-echoes-from-the-past-lp-cd/

Then we were heading towards “For Better, For Worse” (eqx-042) by label owner DJ Scientist, the second biggest project on our label in 2012. The digital advance single of the classic tune “Raincoatman”, which came along with a great new remix by Andreikelos was well received and so was the album. Almost being sold out just 3 months later, Scientist’s masterpiece, that was original scheduled to be released in 2006, finally had its well deserved late release. The first copies of the album came with a super limited 7inch single (eqx-043) which featured an unreleased track by Julius The Bearded Saviour (aka Ceschi), produced by The Raincoatman (aka DJ Scientist).
More info: http://www.e-q-x.net/releases/eqx042/

Another release that deserved more attention was J. Baracuz’ “A Contemporary Witness EP” (reissued as eqx-044) which was originally released in late 2011 on Equinox.Digital. Therefore, we decided to release it as a nice vinyl re-issue as the forth and final part of the Black On Black Vinyl Series with brand new remixes by Skyence and Damscray. The remix release can still be downloaded for free:

Here is more info about the limited vinyl release: http://www.e-q-x.net/releases/eqx044/

Finally, the year ended with two very nice EPs by the Finest Ego Beat Championship winner Playpad Circus (eqx-045) and our newest signing Godblesscomputers (eqx-046). More info about these cool and more futuric projects can be found here:
http://www.e-q-x.net/releases/eqx045/
http://www.e-q-x.net/releases/eqx046/

So what’s to come in 2013?

First of all we want to put all our focus on our 10 Year Anniversary / 50th Release project that will be a big compilation project, the third part of our Sound Exposure series, which will soon be announced officially. We promise that this album will be super exciting and will be a must have release. Although this was announced earlier as 4xLP with 50 tracks, we have now put together a more compressed and absolutely delicate assemblage of 21 outstanding songs by the likes of Godblesscomputers, Andreikelos, 2econd Class Citizen, Skyence, Fulgeance, Kopfklang, Dday One, Glen Porter, Gone Beyond, Witch’s Teat & Haunted Days, David Vangel, 813, Misanthrop, Anthony Drawn, and more…
The compilation will come along with some ultra limited special advance releases such as a one (or maybe two) one sided, etched 12inches and 1 or 2 more exciting vinyl goodies that you don’t want to miss. Definitely stay tuned via our social media pages and our homepage.

A release party as well as a tour is in the works, too. And of course, there will be new exciting music from our artists in 2013. For example, rumour has it that there will be a new album by Ceschi and The Raincoatman (aka DJ Scientist)…

As far as our 10 Year Anniversary, which were are celebrating since december last year, you should also check some of the pictures that we have released via our Facebook page. You can see some never released photo material about artwork concepts, early events and designs.
Most pictures can be checked here:
Equinox 10 Year Anniversary Facebook Album

Here are some excerpts that shows an early promotional box from early 2004:

Thanks for reading! Let’s make 2013 another great year!
Equinox Records team.

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Jan 22, 2013

David Vangel – Limited Edition Vinyl Postcards Via CTC Records

Jan 1, 2013

Random News #9 (Dec 2012)

Welcome to Random News #9 – the first one in 2013!

Let’s all say good bye to 2012 with our Random News from December… and a busy month this was…

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We’d like to start our news with our latest release which comes from Godblesscomputers and is named “Freedom is O.K.”-

Before we go to the musical part, and since Godblesscomputers is a new addition to the label’s roster, here’s a good way to meet the artist on a nice and extensive interview published on DEAD Magazine. It also features an exclusive free download of the B-Ju remix for Green Flowers as found on the new EP:
http://www.deadmagazine.de/2012/12/14/en-godblesscomputers-about-freedom/

And now, some selections of what’s been said on the press, blogs, and by affiliate artists around the globe:

PTW SCHOOL BLOG: “This EP is curated with a lot of delight and attention at the details. Every track is full of heat and sentiment,…”
Read the complete review here:
http://www.ptwschool.com/blog/review-godblesscomputer-freedom-is-o-k.html

FINEST EGO:
http://finestego.com/2012/12/12/releases-godblesscomputers-freedom-is-o-k-limited-10-digital-equinox-records-eqx-046-2012/

LAURENT FINTONI (Rhythm Incursions):
“Yeah this is nice man! Full support on the show, etc.”

DJOULS (Paris DJs):
“Loved “Fire Extinguisher”, a really beautiful downtempo piece!”

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Next up, we have our also super-fresh release by Playpad Circus, entitled Phantasma EP.

Phantasma EP was first featured on FINEST EGO, where an exclusive free download* of “Maria Parhuzam” was featured. Here’s the link:
http://finestego.com/2012/11/26/exclusive-playpad-circus-maria-parhuzam-phantasma-ep-10digital-equinox-records-2012/
*= free download was for a limited time period, sorry ; )

Also, read what’s been written at POPSHOT BLOG:
http://popshot.over-blog.de/article-playpad-circus-phantasma-ep-113400820.html

and MIXERY RAW DELUXE:
http://mixeryrawdeluxe.tv/textnews/playpad-circus-phantasma-ep

For the celebration of his new EP, Playpad Circus had a special live-mix show on Finest Ego Radio/BLN.FM
Don’t miss this:
http://finestego.com/2012/12/10/finest-ego-radio-with-vlek-data-ssaliva-cupp-cave-on-bln-fm/

At this point, we’d also like to thank all other web radio stations who have been supporting the EPs by Playpad Circus and Godblesscomputers on their shows.

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For all y’all on Last.fm here are links for both new releases mentioned above:
http://www.lastfm.de/music/Godblesscomputers/Freedom+Is+O.K.
http://www.lastfm.de/music/Playpad+Circus/Phantasma+EP

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We are continuing with the album that stormed our previous Random News issue, and is no other than DJ Scientist’s “For Better, For Worse” album which has been getting a lot of positive feedback lately.

Read what’s been said this time by Faze Magazine(DE):
http://www.fazemag.de/dj-scientist-for-better-for-worse-equinox-records/

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Next, we have a nice surprise from Julien Meilland who has made a nice fan video for 2econd Class Citizen’s “On Emptyness” track, from the “A World Without” album. Enjoy and share!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KvKTbXghW5U

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As you may know, our Online Shop features – besides our own – releases from affiliate artists and friendly labels.
So, here’s 3 fresh additions to our stock:

- Playpad Circus / Azabeats – Split EP
Format: 10” Vinyl – Released by Luana Records
Shoplink: http://www.e-q-x.net/shop/luana-records/playpad-circus-azabeats-split-10/

- Das Fest – Marathonmann
Format: 7” Vinyl – Released by Postrap
http://www.e-q-x.net/shop/misanthrop/das-fest-marathonmann-7/

- Andreikelos – The Creation / Planets [reissue]
Format: Digital (Exclusively via our shop) – Released by Grenade Offensive Music
http://www.e-q-x.net/shop/andreikelos/andreikelos-the-creation-planets-digital/

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Finally, we’d like to close with a 10^th anniversary archive photo album, featured on our facebook page that is being updated daily. It’s part of the 10^th anniversary release project campaign for which we’ll make some very special announcements soon. For now, here’s the photo album which includes some nice pictures, screenshots, etc. dated from the very first days! Enjoy.
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10151259215134410.496760.103757494409&type=3

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So… that’s it for this issue. We hope we didn’t tire you much because this was a long one.

We’d like to thank you – as always – for reading and if we’ve missed anything that should have been included, please send it in and we’ll include it on our next issue.

Sincerely,
the Equinox Records team.

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Dec 22, 2012

Equinox Online Store X-Mas Sale

Dec 4, 2012

Random News #8 (Oct-Nov 2012)

Greetings to all “Random News” readers! Creativity is bursting lately and we have been so busy we even had to skip the last issue… but we are back on track now with a rather long 2-month list of “random” news to make up!

Here we go…

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First, we’d like to start with DJ Scientist who has been getting quite a lot of attention lately, due to the release of his debut album “For Better, For Worse” as well as his single “Raincoatman”.

Right bellow, we made a selection of reviews, quotes and statements by the press and fellow artists around the globe, but, before we do this, be sure to check
DJ Scientist’s extensive 3-page interview on Star Wax Magazine France
which you can download for free here:
http://dl.free.fr/getfile.pl?file=/1oBVx2TB

And here’s the selection of quotes and reviews (linked):

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“For Better, For Worse” Reviews

De–Bug Magazine (Germany) (“The most dense album this month in terms of atmosphere.”)
Extensive album review at Local Heroes Radio (Germany)
Review and Album Of The Month at trip hop net

More reviews from:

Dmute Mag
Backspin Magazine
Downtempo.net (with an astonishing 5 out of 5!)
Clashmagazine UK (Quote: “an instrumental LP of a stately, imperial vibe”)

…and some quotes

HHV-Mag Germany:
„Eine große Verbeugung vor dem Hip Hop.“

La Mixletter France:
“Take the opportunity to discover, or rediscover, this multi-talented artist”

“Raincoatman” Reviews & Quotes”…

Triphop.net (4 of 5)
Dougegen.de (States it’s a: “Must have!”)
Der Digitale Flaneur
Progolog.de
Brayaz.de
Drugoy Hip-Hop
Beattapeco-Op Blog
Support Your Local Ghetto
Crayonbeats.com

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Last but not least, read what’s been said by some inspirational fellow artists…

DJ Food (Ninja Tune): “(I’ve) been giving it a good few listens here and favourites are ‘The Death of Hip-Hop’, ‘Raincoatman’ and ‘Anything About Nothing’. Nice work – there’s plenty of layers to unravel.”

Buddy Peace (Strange Famous): “Equinox has managed once again to rearrange and manipulate what we know as instrumental hip hop and drag it into line while marching it directly into the sunlight. DJ Scientist has created an album that amplifies moods, finesses instrumentation and somehow achieves subtlety while being utterly banging. A rare treat for the forward thinking beat-head.”

DJ Format: “Great moody soundscapes and raw heavy drums are the perfect formula from this Scientist!”

Sneaky (Fingathing): “One for the Headphones! Refreshing to hear such an organic flow in the current digital fever.”

Dday One (Content Label / Project: Mooncircle): “In this age of mass communication it’s definitely “for Better” DJ Scientist is releasing this project to the world. It would only be “For Worse” if this timeless collection remanded hidden.”

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Finally, as you may know, „For Better, For Worse“ is part 2 (out of 2) of the Unheard and Recovered Series which means that the series is now complete. If you missed part 1, then you’ve missed a great release by our artist, Deckard, entitled “Echoes From The Past”.

You can read more about this release here:
http://www.e-q-x.net/releases/eqx041
and you can buy the vinyl release directly from our online store:
http://www.e-q-x.net/shop/equinox-records/deckard-echoes-from-the-past-lp-cd/
or HHV.de:
http://www.hhv.de/shop/de/artikel/deckard-echoes-from-the-past-288366

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Next up, we have a nice review for the 6 Years Later EP by Misanthrop & Aqua Luminus III. as it was published on DEAD magazine:
http://www.deadmagazine.de/2012/10/04/misanthrop-aqua-luminus-iii-6-years-later-ep/

Nice review on Backspin Media about “The Small Minority” by 2econd Class Citizen. Late some may say, but you guys know what they say, right?
Here’s the link: http://backspin-media.de/archive/24252

Staying with 2econd Class Citizen, here’s something you should definitely spend an hour listening to, with your screen (and eyes) shut, and your ears wide open… Solid Steel / Platinum Set:
http://www.mixcloud.com/2econdclasscitizen/solid-steelplanetarium-set/
Just sit back and enjoy! …

To stay up to date with 2CC, make sure you visit his homepage:

http://2econdclasscitizen.com/

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Make sure you don’t miss this absolutely great guest mix by David Vangel, entitled “Count Numberella” on Rhythm Incursions. A brilliant selection of tracks that are all somehow related to numbers.
Here’s the link for this jewel:
http://www.rhythm-incursions.com/2012/10/08/david-vangel-count-numberella/

Staying with Rhythm Incursions, be sure you also check out DDay One’s 16^th episode of the “In Session” series for Rhythm Incursions which features DJ Scientist’s World Of Stone:
http://www.rhythm-incursions.com/2012/11/19/dday-one-in-session-no-16/

Further into the mix, here are two links for two episodes of DJ Explizit’s “Ego Trippin Radio Show” in which Equinox Records tracks are also featured:
http://www.mixcloud.com/EXPLIZIT/egotrippinradioshow-kw-47-2012-feat-dj-explizit/
http://www.mixcloud.com/EXPLIZIT/egotrippinradioshow-kw-43-2012-feat-dj-explizit/

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As we continue to torture you with this Marathon-like issue, we meet up with Kraddy’s head-banging “Android Porn” video once more, as it’s nominated for another festival! Read more about this, here:
http://www.shift.jp.org/en/archives/2012/11/dotmov_2012.html

Finally (Is there someone partying behind a screen right now?) … As we began this issue with an interview, we’d also like to close it with another one, this time by our artist Andreikelos who has provided an extensive interview in Greek language (but hey, worth going to http://translate.google.de for a translation) on Viberated.com
http://www.viberated.com/arthra/synenteukseis/item/1184-synenteyksi-andreikelos

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Ok, that’s all for this month’s “Random News”.
If you missed the past issue(s), they can all be found here:
http://www.e-q-x.net/tag/random-news/
and also remember to check our news page on a regular basis ’cause a lot is going to happen soon!

And this is the point where we’d like to thank you for reading this issue (and congratulate you for having the patience and courage to read this throughout – you people must be heroes) and, as always, if we’ve missed anything, please send it in and we’ll include it on our next issue.

Sincerely,
the Equinox Records team.

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Nov 14, 2012

Apollo Campbell & David Vangel – The Moth, Flame, & Phoenix – New EP

Today, we are happy to announce some great news regarding our artist David Vangel and the Canadian rapper Apollo Campbell. As you may know already, Vangel and Campbell are working together as a duo and they now present their debut EP, entitled “The Moth, Flame, & Phoenix“, which is released on 5 and 1 quarter as a Free Digital Download but is also announced to be put out on Limited Vinyl soon.

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You can get the Free Digital Download from Vangel‘s soundcloud page, here:
http://soundcloud.com/vangel/sets/apollo-campbell-david-vangel/

Furthermore, the debut EP comes with an amazing video, directed by Jaan Silmberg, for the track “Measure Of Progress (Feat. Mr. Blends)“.

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A few words about the EP…

“The Moth, Flame, & Phoenix“, the debut hiphop duo work from Toronto’s Apollo Campbell & David Vangel.
Two Canadians, a theme, words & music. What else do you need? A touch of jazz, a lacing of soul, a mix of sounds, wordplay to boot, and great Video. We’ll let you draw your own conclusions, comparisons, and musings.

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Tracklist:

(1) Gone Fishing Pt.2
(2) Measure of Progress
(3) Forgetting to Remember
(4) Ghost

www.5and1quarter.com
www.vangelmusic.com
www.pistoltrixx.com

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Oct 10, 2012

Deckard – Soundscapes – Free Download

Sep 19, 2012

Misanthrop & Aqua Luminus III. – 20 Stories Later Remix Contest

Sep 3, 2012

Random News #7 (Aug 2012)

Greetings to all “Random News” readers – here’s another info flashback from August’s hot summer days as well as a nice outlook on what’s to come in September. We have definitely kept some “heat” for this autumn!

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First, we’d like to start with some news about Deckard‘s new album, “Echoes From The Past“, which drops on the 8th of this month (!)

As you may know, there’s a special pre-order campaign going on which includes a regular vinyl LP order plus two ultra-nice-price bundle items.

You can find these nice pre-orders directly on our Online Store:
http://www.equinoxrecords.com/shop
Also, if you’re a HHV.de customer, there’s a pre-order for the regular version also, here:
http://www.hhv.de/item_288366.html

If you want to know more about the album, here are some useful links:

Official Release Page:
http://www.e-q-x.net/releases/eqx041/
16 minute Album Mix:
http://equinoxrecords.bandcamp.com/album/echoes-from-the-past-album-mix
and also, a FREE single from the album for y’all to enjoy:
http://dasdeckard.bandcamp.com/

Finally, if you haven’t yet heard, there’s a special competition going on to win a very rare Test Pressing of the album (only 2 exist). All you have to do to participate, is to be one of the first 25 people who pre-order the bundle version. This will still go on until this Wednesday. That’s September 5th, so be quick!

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Switching to 2econd Class Citizen…

Here are some great announcements of what to expect from 2econd Class Citizen the upcoming months and next year…
Visit the news post on the artists website:
http://2econdclasscitizen.com/2012/08/30/enter-your-zip-code-here/

and also, read a late but extensive review (German Only) on his “The Small Minority” album by BackspinMedia.de:
http://backspin-media.de/archive/24252

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Switching to Andreikelos…

Since his “Euryphaessa EP” release a month ago, Andreikelos has been getting some nice feedback from around the globe. This time, tralala.gr which published a review for the EP last month, publishes an extensive interview (Greek only) with our Artist.
http://www.tralala.gr/monimes-stiles/stiles-synergaton/hip-hop-xorio/item/37688-hip-hop-interview-andreikelos

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Switching to DJ Scientist

If you follow DJ Scientist on facebook you may already know, if not, here’s some breaking news:
His new solo album (title will be announced this week!) which has been in the studio for a while, has officialy been completed and is scheduled to drop around late October.
Furthermore, a digital single of his classic tune “Raincoatman” which includes bonus remixes and another new track from the LP is on it’s way very – very soon. Be on the lookout!

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Finally, we’d like to close this issue with a beautiful mix by our friend DDay One.

It’s part 15 of the In Session series. Also includes tracks from our own, 2econd Class Citizen.
You can stream and/or download this beauty in the following link:
http://music.ddayone.com/track/in-session-15

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And this is the point where we’d like to thank you for reading this issue and, as always, if we’ve missed anything, please send it in and we’ll include it on our next issue.

Sincerely,
the Equinox Records team.

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Aug 4, 2012

Random News #6 (July 2012)

Greetings to all “Random News” friends worldwide! Hope we’re catching you having a great summer ‘cause we’re really rocking ours this year!

Here’s our “Random News” issue nr.6 for July!

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Let’s start with our latest releases by Andreikelos as well as Misanthrop & Aqua Luminus III., which have been getting some nice feedback from around the globe. :

“Euryphaessa EP” (eqx-039)

Here’s some examples of what’s been said for Andreikelos’ new EP, “Euryphaessa” by:
Trip-Hop.net (France)
http://www.trip-hop.net/album-2559-andreikelos-euryphaessa-ep-equinox-records.html
Tralala.gr (Greece)
http://www.tralala.gr/music-news/item/34936-andreikelos-ep
and also, some nice words for the title track by EMBEE (Germany):
http://www.embee-music.de/blog/andreikelos-euryphaessa

“6 Years Later” (eqx-040)

Though this release just came out a few days ago, feedback is already coming in!
Here’s a nice one, written by BEATS, BREAKS & BIG SMILES:
http://blog.mrhauer.com/2012/07/misanthrop-aqua-luminus-iii-6-years.html

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More on “Euryphaessa” & “6 Years Later”…

Last FM:
If you’re into Last FM, “Euryphaessa” and “6 Years Later” are also included!
Here’s a direct link to “Euryphaessa”:
http://www.lastfm.de/music/Andreikelos/Euryphaessa+EP
and a direct link to “6 Years Later”:
http://www.lastfm.de/music/+noredirect/Misanthrop%2B%2526%2BAqua%2BLuminus%2BIII./6+Years+Later+EP

Free Downloads:
And some free goodies taken straight out of these releases:
Download “Deserted” by Andreikelos:
http://soundcloud.com/equinoxrecords/andreikelos-deserted
Download “2 Steps To Perfection” by Misanthrop & Aqua Luminus III.:
http://soundcloud.com/equinoxrecords/2-steps-to-perfection

You can find detailed info about these releases here:
www.e-q-x.net/releases/eqx039
www.e-q-x.net/releases/eqx040

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Switching to: 2econd Class Citizen and “The Small Minority” album.

This one has made us very proud already, getting tons of good feedback from around the world!
This time, “The Small Minority” found itself being Album of the Month (May) on Trip-Hop.net:
http://www.trip-hop.net/indispensables.html

Also, here’s another nice review for the album featured on Backspin Magazine (Germany):
http://backspin-media.de/archive/24252

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Finally, we’d like to close this issue with our label’s founder, DJ Scientist and his brand new DJ Mix for HHV’s 10^th anniversary:

This is the first part of this new podcast series by HHV Mag, the online magazine of HHV.de which is one of the best and biggest music stores in Europe.
Since this podcast is to celebrate the 10^th anniversary of HHV, the mix features one track per year in chronological order, starting in the year 2002, when hhv.de was founded.

Here’s a direct link for the mix on soundcloud:
http://soundcloud.com/hhvmag/10-yrs-of-hhv-de-in-the-mix-dj

You can get more information about this mix right here (German language only):

http://www.hhv-mag.com/de/feature/3748/10-yrs-of-hhv-de-in-the-mix-dj-scientist”

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Ok, that’s all for this month’s “Random News”.

Be sure to also check out the brand new Random Seed episode provided to us by Misanthrop which came out just yesterday: www.e-q-x.net/2012/08/random-seed-podcast-episode-6-by-misanthrop/
Spread the word!

And this is the point where we’d like to thank you for reading this issue and, as always, if we’ve missed anything, please send it in and we’ll include it on our next issue.

Sincerely,
the Equinox Records team.

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Jul 2, 2012

Random News #5 (June 2012)

Jun 29, 2012

New Pre-Orders + Massive Summer Sale

Today we’d like to announce the starting of our massive summer sale where you can find incredibly low priced items that you’ll probably never ever get for such low prices again. Also, most of these items are in stock on very limited quantities so be quick before someone else snatches them. This sale goes on for 10 days and will end on July 8th.

The sales list features some of our finest releases such as David Vangel’s “Breadth Control”, his brilliant debut album for only 4,90 Euro (!), Sole & The Skyrider Band’s amazing “Hello Cruel World” release (double gatefold vinyl for only 6,90 Euro!!), classic Glitch items by Kraddy, the boombastic “Guacha” 12″ by Son Of Kick and many other goodies.

Click here to see all sale items and help us to get some storage space in our office:
http://www.e-q-x.net/shop/sale-items/

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Additionally, we also have exciting Pre-Order campaigns/offers for two brand new EP releases on our label, by Andreikelos (1) as well as Misanthrop & Aqua Luminus III. (2)

The first release, Andreikelos‘ “Euryphaessa EP”, is available in two versions:
A regular, black on black series 12″ vinyl and a special “+tape” edition that also includes an audio cassette featuring – not only the 3 main tracks of the release, but also a bonus track and 2 bonus interludes. Also note that both versions include an impressive inlay gimmick which can be built up as a pyramid!

Direct links for purchasing these items, here:
Regular version:
http://www.e-q-x.net/shop/equinox-records/andreikelos-euryphaessa-12/
Special tape version:
http://www.e-q-x.net/shop/equinox-records/andreikelos-euryphaessa-special-edition-12tape/

The second release, Misanthrop & Aqua Luminus III. – “6 Years Later EP” is on a special pre-order campaign which includes the new EP, “6 Years Later” alond side their debut picture disc EP “Leinwand” for an incredibly low price of € 10,90.
Sounds good?
For those who already own their earlier EP – can still buy the new EP seperately of course.

Here’s a direct link for this item on our shop:
http://www.e-q-x.net/shop/equinox-records/misanthrop-aqua-luminus-iii-ep-bundle-2×10/

Regular version:
http://www.e-q-x.net/shop/equinox-records/misanthrop-aqua-luminus-iii-6-years-later-10/

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Jun 21, 2012

DEAD Magazine – DEADbeats Vol.1 Out Now!

Apr 30, 2012

Random News #3 (April 2012)

Here we are with our new issue of Random News for April 2012!

Lot’s been going on and we are all working brutally hard to get the best out of it, so we’ll be swift and on point! (Ok, consider this “brutally” part as a joke – we’re actually enjoying this!)

Let’s begin with some news for 2econd Class Citizen since there’s a lot going on due to the release of his outstanding “Outside Your Doorway EP” and the long-anticipated full length “The Small Minority” which will drop next month (!)…

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Outside Your Doorway EP news

About a week ago, we announced the release of the digital version for 2CC‘s new EP entitled “Outside Your Doorway” and we’re already getting some amazing feedback.

Here’s a small portion of what’s been said:

Trippin’ The Rift
http://trippintherift.com/en/archives/2271

Data Transmission
http://www.datatransmission.co.uk/ViewReview/3161/

Also note that “Outside Your Doorway” is now available on Last FM
http://www.lastfm.de/music/2econd+Class+Citizen/Outside+Your+Doorway+EP

Aside from that we have gained some really positive feedback from a bunch of like minded artists that really enjoyed the new album:

“Really lovely moments on here. Nice…”
Fink (Ninja Tune)

“Your Album sounds great, congratulations! I definitely want to check out your record collection as you obviously had some crazy stuff!”
DJ Format

“okay man, I gotta tell you: your album is fucking BEAUTIFUL. I’m in love with it already. So lush! I’m about 2/3 in but I just thought I’d ‘live text’ it! Incredible work brother.“
Buddy Peace

“I’m loving your album so much, the layers and subtleties in it are amazing. The pace is generally slow and the mood melancholy but it never feels morose or depressing, there’s a kind of beautiful sadness to it, and such gorgeous acoustic samples.”
DJ Food (Ninja Tune)

“Great work! Proper chilly out sample loveliness!”
Olli Teeba (Herbaliser, Ninja Tune)

Last (but not least), the main track of the EP is also featured on “Tape of The Month: April 2012” on “Παλιοτράκτερα” (ok, this may seem Greek to you but still on point)
paliotraktera.gr

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Additional 2econd Class Citizen news…

In the past Random News issue (#2 March 2012) we mentioned DJ Food’s new album “The Search Engine” in which 2CC is featured… Well, here’s an astonishing new single from this album, entitled “The Illectrik Hoax” which also features a remix by 2econd Class Citizen.

Find out more about it here:
http://ninjatune.net/release/dj-food/the-illectrik-hoax-a-monstrous-psychedelic-bubble-mix-by-the-amorphous-androgynous

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Switching to DJ Scientist

First, we’d like to share an amazing remix that DJ Scientist did back in 2003 for the track “It Ain’t Nothing Like” by The Pharcyde. This remix also reveals the – unknown to most – funky side of the Equinox Records’ founder!

Listen, download and share.
http://soundcloud.com/djscientist/the-pharcyde-nuttin-like

Continuing, here is a really nice review on DEAD Magazine for the rare (even digitally) “The Artless Cuckoo EP”
http://www.deadmagazine.de/2012/04/07/dj-scientist-the-artless-cuckoo-ep/

For those who missed it, this was released in February as an ultra-limited vinyl and also limited-time digital release, as an announcement for DJ Scientist’s upcoming full length instrumental album. So be on the lookout!

Here’s the official “Artless Cuckoo” release page: http://www.e-q-x.net/releases/eqx034/

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David Vangel news

Here is a very nice feature of our artist David Vangel from Canada on Restorm.
http://club.restorm.com/featuring_channels/1/featurings/1220

Also, if you haven’t heard yet, Vangel’s website has been recently updated and also includes an e-shop (!)

Visit here: http://www.vangelmusic.com

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Random Seed

Just a few days ago, we launched the brand new episode of our podcast series, Random Seed.

Read more about, listen and/or download this episode, here:
www.e-q-x.net/2012/04/random-seed-podcast-episode-5-by-dj-jesus-face/

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Equinox Records

And now, for closure, we’d like to share this nice commercial video about Rhone Runner which features Geste’s “Eating Concrete” (Signal² Remix) from the “Re-Think Concrete” release!
http://vimeo.com/30861688

Even the fiercest music on our label fits nicely to any kind of commercial! … So, if you would like to licence/use music from our catalogue, just get in touch with us.

We’d like to thank you for reading this (quite bigger than expected) issue and, as always, if we’ve missed anything, please send it in and we’ll include it on our next issue.

Till then…

Sincerely,
the Equinox Records team.

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Mar 14, 2012

Random News #2 (March 2012)

Hi there!

A lot has been going on lately – new works are on the final process, a full schedule ahead and basically, all creativity is breaking loose!

Therefore, we had to skip February’s issue and we apologize for that, but you’ll soon find out it was worth it, we promise.

Now, back on track… Here is the 2nd “Random News” feed.

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We’d like to begin with Deckard’s Debut Album, “For A Better Tomorrow” which has been getting a lot of high-rated reviews lately (!)

Read what’s been said by:

Down-tempo.net
http://www.down-tempo.net/chronique-420-Deckard-For-a-better-tomorrow-Equinox-Records.html

Barcode magazine
http://www.barcodezine.com/revdeckardforabettertomorrow.htm

And the stunning 10 out of 10 on Restorm
http://club.restorm.com/featuring_channels/1/featurings/1121

Also, check out Deckard’s “Günesim (feat. Deniz Cagli)” video, featured on Tape.tv
http://www.tape.tv/musikvideos/Deckard-feat-Deniz-Cagli/Guenesim

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Moving on, we’d like to share a wonderfully made, “Beatles Remixes EP” by our artist, David Vangel , which is offered as a free download. More info on David’s website*
http://www.vangelmusic.com/2012/03/04/the-beatles-remixes/

*Speaking of David’s website… if you haven’t yet heard, he recently launched his very own e-shop!
Feel free to navigate.
www.vangelmusic.com/shop/

Also, David Vangel’s “Sandpaper Script” from the “Breadth Control” album, is featured on DJ Food’s “Solid Steel mix”, alongside with DJ Format!
http://www.djfood.org/djfood/dj-format-vs-dj-food-solid-steel-mix

Did we say DJ Food? We sure did!
Y’all be sure to check out his new album, “The Search Engine” on Ninja Tune
http://ninjatune.net/release/dj-food/the-search-engine
A great album which also features 2econd Class Citizen on one track.

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Next up, we have two new videos, launched in February

First one is “Bad Captain Swag” by Sole & The Skyrider Band, from the “Hello Cruel World” album, which is a beautiful futuristic Sci-Fi video, directed by Kieth Kadera and produced by Randy Greenback. Here it is, as featured on MtvIggy
http://www.mtviggy.com/videos/sole-and-the-skyrider-band-bad-captain-swag/

And finally we’d like to close this issue with this new video from “The One Man Band Broke Up” album by Ceschi & DJ Scientist, titled “Lament for Captain Julius”, directed and edited by Ray Willis and starring Alexander Esparza and Ceschi Ramos
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=64iAjrbshP8

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That would be all for now. It’s almost certain we may have missed a thing or two but, as said earlier, we’re hard-working on our upcoming releases, so be on the lookout for more news very-very soon!

Till then…
Cheers to all y’all and stay tuned!

Sincerely,
the Equinox Records team.

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