Clandestino.

Lithuanian, Vilnius-based Ramūnas aka midnattssoula has already done one mix for Clandestino mix series, but this was about 4 years ago and then he was working with another project. He's been running his own radio show/party series/record label Where Were We? for 3 years now and both Joe Morris and Nick Smith had a chance to be a part of this journey.

WWW just dropped its third release and this time it's featuring up-and-coming Frenchman Blaise Balda. There's also a remix pack coming mid-March from the likes of Romain FX, REES, Sauvage World (from Slow Motion fame), and Lithuanian Italo talent Black Feeling. Several of these tracks from both the original EP and a forthcoming remix pack is in the guest mix which showcases Ramunas' passion for more uptempo, dancefloor-oriented Italo house and synth-wave burners. It's totally OK to dance alone, it's time to heal your wounded soul! ; )

Buy link for WWWEP003: https://wherewerewe.bandcamp.com/album/data-dreams-ep-wwwep003

WWW soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/where-were-we

midnattssoula soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/midnattssoula

We’re starting off the year with an ambient mix that’ll transport you away from present stresses to a much more tranquil place, courtesy of the magnificent Unknown Mobile. The Canadian maestro has a colourful discography, releasing singles through Haŵs and These Things Take Time as well as two self-released EP’s in 2020. In prior years we’ve also heard his beautiful material released through SOBO, Pacific Rhythm and Planet Euphorique. New music from Unknown Mobile arrives this February. This week’s mix features tracks from the likes of David Sylvian, Florian T M Zeisig and Susumu Yokota.

@unknown-mobile

https://unknownmobile.bandcamp.com

https://www.facebook.com/unknownmobile/

What a year it’s been for Tech Support. Over the past twelve months he’s released exhilarating material through the likes of Silver Bear Recordings and Shadow City LTD, not to mention starting his own label Together Alone Records. His fresh and unique sound is mirrored in the slick mix that he’s brought to the series today, which takes you on a journey through some of the best and most varied tunes of 2020. Expect to hear tracks from INVŌKER, Theus Mago and The Emperor Machine, as well as an unreleased banger from the man himself.

@tech-supportuk

https://techsupportuk.bandcamp.com

https://www.facebook.com/techsupportdjuk/

A DJ mix from Ian Blevins is always welcome around these parts and his second offering for Clandestino proves to be brimming with the classy style of mature and dance-floor friendly club music that Ian has gained a solid reputation for. Featuring choice cuts from Project Pablo, Craigie Knowes, PBR Streetgang and Space Ghost it's the kind of emotive and groove packed set that has us longing for a return to the dance-floor even more. Be sure also to check out his killer EP 'The Lobster...' forthcomig on Not An Animal Records.

https://soundcloud.com/ianblevins/

This week we’ve got 2XM bringing some serious energy to us all with their contribution to the series. Featuring tracks from Paul Sirrell, Vertigini and Dam Swindle, this is a mix that’ll leave you wishing you could teleport yourself to a club. The duo have had a fruitful year with several beautiful releases through various labels from Deep Tape Records to Project Indigo and beyond. They recently dropped ‘Railei, Pt. 2’ alongside Jimmy Rainey, as well as the melodic and timeless EP ‘Fading’ with Scheme via the Russian imprint GLB DOM. Their next project, ‘Floating Desire / Spaces Between’, is coming our way on December 11th through London’s Eton Messy Records.

@2xmurrays

https://2xm-nz.bandcamp.com/music

https://www.facebook.com/2xmurrays/

We’re very excited to welcome Pescara-based Mat Chiavaroli to the series this week. Back in 2017 we were all blessed with Mat’s incredible debut album ‘No Stranger To Madness’, which followed several years of polished releases through Quintessentials and Kinda Soul Recordings. The mix that he’s brought us evolves from a smooth and ethereal opening into an energetic, beat-driven machine that stimulates diverse imaginings of space exploration. Expect to hear tracks by DK, The Future Sound Of London and Justin Cudmore.

@matchiavaroli

https://www.facebook.com/Chiavaroli.Mat

Hailing from Wigan via Manchester now based in London, Wes Baggaley can be found spinning his beloved vinyl regularly at Dalston Superstore and for RinseFM where he has hosted a monthly show since 2017. For years championing underground house, techno and electro on Manchester's gay clubbing circuit to middling returns, it was not until 2016 following succesful slots at Block9 and NYC Downlow at that year's Glastonbury that Wes started to get serious attention, gaining fans such as Hannah Holland and Prosumer who invited him to play at Panorama Bar and for Boiler Room. A glut of European and festival bookings quickly followed and Wes embarked on a new residency at Dalston Superstore as 'Bottom Heavy' with Dan Beaumont. His mix for us is a frantic session of searing electro cuts and industrial heavy jams.

https://soundcloud.com/wes-baggaley

You can’t help but feel elated when listening to the music of Jun Kamoda. It’s no surprise that 'Escape the Night', his latest single, featured on Resident Advisor’s list of July’s Best Music. His label Jun Records has released gorgeous material from the likes of Luksek, Xtal and beyond, with Japanese producer Web set to contribute to the catalogue this Friday. Boost your mood with the uplifting mix that Jun’s added to the series this week, including tracks from Riccardo Ricci, Kettenkarussell and Braga Circuit.

@illreme

https://junkamoda.bandcamp.com

https://www.facebook.com/illreme

https://www.instagram.com/jun_kamoda/

Erta Ale has consistently proven himself to be an exciting, multi-faceted artist. In the past year he’s treated us to brilliant house and breakbeat releases through his very own Solenoid Records alongside a massive techno EP released through Berlin-based TTR. Expect new material from Erta later this year as part of DJ International’s highly-anticipated Jackmaster 7 Compilation. For now, enjoy the funky and eclectic mix that he’s brought to our series, featuring tracks from Jazztronik, Chris Stussy and Comiga 500.

@ertaale

https://solenoidrecords.bandcamp.com

https://www.facebook.com/ertaalesolenoidrecords/

https://www.instagram.com/erta_ale_solenoid_records/

Pleased to welcome James Bright to the podcast this month with a slick, smoothe selection of languid beats. James has been in a rich vein of form these past twelve months, with two killer EPs for Quattro Music in quick succession. The latter entitled Zooniverse is out now, and some of which can be heard in the mix alongside other titles from Begin, Afterlife, Coyote, Cantoma and Max Essa.