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Crosstown Rebels

Crosstown Rebels deliver a unique underground music experience. Run by artist & DJ Damian Lazarus, who loves quality alternative sounds & thrives on creative, young people armed with something new to say.
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Don't You Want My Lovin'
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CRM 309
03 May 24
Deep House
Portrait Of The Obscure
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CRMLP 053
26 Apr 24
Minimal/Tech House
Right Spot (Remixes)
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CRM 308R
19 Apr 24
Deep House
Right Spot
Right SpotPREORDER
Right Spot - (5:22) 134 BPM
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CRM 308
12 Apr 24
Minimal/Tech House
Neurality
Review: Last year, Istanbul producer Safak Oz Kutle - better known as Oceanvs Orientalis - made his bow on Crosstown Rebels via two collaborative singles. Here he delivers a third and final teaser for his forthcoming debut album, 'Neurality'. The track itself is typically hypnotic, densely layered and subtly psychedelic, with hand percussion, stretched-out hallucinatory chords, simple riffs and sparkling electronic motifs rising above a sequenced bassline and unfussy tech-house drums. Nick Curly provides the accompanying remix, re-framing the track as a darker and more bass-heavy slab of heady tech-house hypnotism with deliciously moody bass.
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CRM 307
29 Mar 24
Deep House
We Come EP
Review: Returning to Damien Lazarus' Crosstown Rebels label, Jonathan Kaspar presents his latest EP, "We Come", delving into melodic techno realms. With prior contributions to other major indies like Cocoon and Kompakt, Kaspar's signature confidently navigates a big room, dubby trance, and crunchy electro sound with straight up house inspirations. Resisting easy classification, Kaspar weighs up his genres, taking in "Flash Point" as a standout track, with ducking and distortion, plus sidechain, central to the mix here next to some lovely syncopated stabs Additionally, Paul Brenning's rendition of "Transposed Sky" deserves some close attention for its unique flip treatment. In Crosstown we trust.
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CRM 306
15 Mar 24
Minimal/Tech House
Fires
Played by: Avision
Review: Given that his Crosstown Rebels label debut, 'Horizon Red', was widely praised as one of the underground club cuts of 2023, hopes are naturally high for Made In Pete's speedy sequel. In its original form (track one), 'Fires' is a burning hot (sorry) blend of moody vocals (and vocalisations), shuffling house beats, rubbery synth-bass and meandering TB-303 acid motifs. He provides a tougher, darker and more after-hours-friendly 'Dub Mix' of his own, while the package also boasts two other revisions: a deeper, dreamier and more loose-limbed rework by UK scene stalwart Bushwacka!, and a deliciously dark, twisted and mind-mangling tribal house-goes-acid rework courtesy of Victor Calderone and Mykol.
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CRM 305
01 Mar 24
Deep House
Crosstown Rebels Present SPIRITS VI
Various
Review: For fans of Damian Lazarus's Crosstown Rebels label, the release of a new SPIRITS compilation has become something of a New Year tradition. In Lazarus' words, the yearly collection - which here hits its' sixth volume - sets the label's "agenda" for the year ahead via cuts from fresh signings and label regulars. There are plenty of bona-fide dancefloor gems to be found throughout the eight-track collection, with our current favourites including the throbbing, percussion-rich big room tech-house excellence of 'The Vision' by Cameron Jack; the acid-fired heaviness of Lauren Lane's 'Fair Game', with its wobbly sub-bass and echoing Latin drum hits; the crackling, mind-mangling tech-house psychedelia of 'So Deep' by Cristina Lazic and Leia Contois; and the fiendishly bass-heavy tribal-tech wonder that is Inigo Vontier's accurately titled 'That Trippy Sound'.
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CRMLP 052
02 Feb 24
Deep House
Il Lupo
Review: Oceanvs Orientalis, the Istanbul-based maestro known for his hypnotic and culturally diverse soundscapes, collaborates with Italian artist Tooker to deliver II Lupo as their debut on the revered Crosstown Rebels label. Drawing from Turkish, Kurdish, Arabic, and Armenian influences, Oceanvs Orientalis creates a thick tapestry of sound that unfolds after a year of global performances. The EP immerses listeners in a haunting atmosphere of ethereal synth-lines, wolf howls, and resonant drum hits, transporting us into a realm of intrigue. The collaboration with Tooker adds an extra dimension to Oceanvs Orientalis's signature downtempo style, with Acid Pauli's remix enriching the melodic journey with cosmic stabs, shimmering chimes and vivacious tones. The result is a soul-stirring composition that showcases the synergy between these talented artists and their ability to craft an immersive sonic experience.
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CRM 303
22 Dec 23
Minimal/Tech House
Mind Games
Review: A bit of a legend: Harry Romero makes a triumphant return to Crosstown Rebels, teaming up with the talented vocalist Shyam P for Mind Games. With a career spanning two decades, Romero's expertise in Latin-inspired and percussive-driven NY house music is on full display. "Mind Games" itself is a dynamic journey, seamlessly blending a slick and heady groove with Shyam P's captivating vocals, creating an infectious and vibrant house cut. The EP also features the classic Romero touch in "Mira," a bustling terrace number with crisp organic percussion, carnival-esque whistles, and hooky Latin vocals, while "Analog Bugz" rounds off the release with a no-nonsense, main room-ready builder characterised by crisp drum shots and sharp stabs. A touch of tribal, a touch of something techier - and all that Romero jazz.
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CRM 301
24 Nov 23
Minimal/Tech House
The Snake Charmer EP
Review: Two years on from the release of his popular debut album, Roots, Dennis Cruz returns to Crosstown Rebels with an EP that mixes top-notch solo tracks with a couple of eye-catching collaborations. In the former category you'll find fine title track 'Snake Charmer', an exotic, intoxicating and tribal-tinged chunk of early morning 'ethno-house' that subtly builds in intensity throughout, and the dark, hushed and hypnotic tech-house of 'Time Out'. Elsewhere, Cruz first joins forces with label boss Damian Lazarus and guest DJ Holographic on 'Revolution', a kind of 21st century tech-house update of the Dance Mania ghetto-house sound, before collaborating with Ian Ludvig on the wonky, mind altering and darkened pulse of 'Pain Away'.
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CRM 300
10 Nov 23
Deep House
Vista
Review: Following a series of increasingly impressive singles and EPs, Crosstown Rebels regular Tibi Dabo has delivered his hotly anticipated debut album, Vista. Building on the emotive and uplifting feel of recent single 'Overture' - which rounds off the set in fine style - the Barcelona-based producer confidently strides between rolling, synth-powered nu-disco/deep house fusion ('Water Is'), surging and organ-rich techno ('Triple Frontier'), breakbeat-sporting, IDM-influenced electronica ('Diamond Baby'), locked-in early morning hypnotism ('Useless Ideas'), spaced-out tech-house ('Mundo') and acid-flecked, mind-mangling peak-time sleaze (the rubbery, sub-heavy 'Mangabeira Manifesto').
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CRMLP 051
29 Sep 23
Minimal/Tech House
Overture
Review: Crosstown Rebels has been happily nurturing the career of Barcelona-born producer Tibi Dabo (real name Maximillian Muhler), offering up periodic singles and EPs since 2019. 'Overture', the producer's fifth outing on Damian Lazarus's imprint, is another strong offering - a chunky, emotive and slowly rising affair in which sweeping chords, spacey pads and memorable electronic melodies rise above a thickset bassline and rolling house drums. Remix wise, Giegling regular Map.ache steps up first, adding a touch more swing to the drums, stabbing hooks and hazy, dub techno style riffs, before Aline Brooklyn and Aman Umber join forces as Aline Umber. Their revision is weighty, thickset and analogue rich, though wisely they also make space for Muhler's deliciously dreamy chords and shimmering synth-strings.
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CRM 296
08 Sep 23
Deep House
Devil's Hands
Review: It's been quite a journey for Nicolas Blistene and Kate Elsworth AKA Lunar Disco, who initially emerged from the Parisian house scene before relocating to Australia some years back. Here they deliver their highest profile release to date, landing on Crosstown Rebels with the moody-but-rubbery 'Devil's Hands'. Their original mix is undeniably intoxicating, with Elsworth's atmospheric lead vocals rising above bouncy beats, moody electronics, Spaghetti Western guitar licks and warm bass. They join forces with TAYA to deliver their own deep, wonky, stripped-back and mind-mangling tech-house club mix, while Luciano delivers a spacey and heady tech-powered take. Best of all, though, is Anthony Middleton's revision, which makes superb use of some twisted TB-303 'acid' lines and ghostly melodies.
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CRM 295
11 Aug 23
Deep House
Triple Frontier
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CRMLP 051B
04 Aug 23
Progressive House
Can't Stand
Review: The minimal powerhouse that is Catz 'N Dogz debut on Crosstown Rebels with a fine EP. The title track features ZenSoFly's vocals wrapped into an old school-house bassline and a nagging contemporary rhythm. It makes for a compelling combination that straddles house, techno and pop. "Wake Up" has a more underground feeling. Revolving around a heads-down groove and frazzled synths, it also features layers of tripped out vocal samples. Remaining in otherworldly sound territory, the label has tapped Robag Wruhme to remix the title track. Centred on a throbbing bass and tough steely drums, the maverick producer breathes new life into the original.
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CRM 294
28 Jul 23
Minimal/Tech House
Licht
Licht - (8:52) 127 BPM
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CRMLP 050A
14 Jul 23
Minimal/Tech House
Renegade EP
Review: Parallelle teams up once more with Nicolas Masseyeff for this captivating release on Crosstown Rebels, featuring a stellar remix by Adam Ten & Mita Gami. This collaboration between the Dutch brother duo and the French producer showcases their seamless studio partnership. Parallelle's hybrid sound intertwines effortlessly with Masseyeff's influences of Detroit and Chicago. The title track "Renegade" sets the mood with its deep mid-tempo groove, accompanied by elegant drums, vibrant chords, and a resonating bassline. Adam Ten & Mita Gami's remix offers a magical journey with its evolving melodies and modulated synths, while "Bandidos" concludes the EP with its deep, intricate layers of synths and hypnotic rhythm.
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CRM 292
23 Jun 23
Minimal/Tech House
Relax Shiva
Review: After a run of releases on Phantasy Sound and Shall Not Fade, psychedelic house specialists Red Axes make their bow on Crosstown Rebels. As the title hints, 'Relax Shiva' is a hallucinatory affair that makes extensive use of exotic Eastern instrumentation and vocals. These are combined with mind-bending TB-303 motifs, a doom-laden bassline and hypnotic beats with predictably trippy and loved-up results. Alongside a bonus instrumental mix, you'll find two top tier remixes: a percussive, bass-heavy and tribal-tinged take by Parisian veteran DJ Gregory (who successfully channels the spirit of his legendary Africanism series) and a chugging, immersive, saucer-eyed revision by Sidartha Siliceo and Heiko Dijker.
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CRM 291
09 Jun 23
Deep House
Maria
Review: Electronic duo Pale Blue releases their highly anticipated second album 'Maria' on Crosstown Rebels. With eight captivating tracks, the long-player takes listeners on an immersive electronic journey. Mike Simonetti (Italians Do It Better) and Elizabeth Wight (Silver Hands) formed the outfit in 2015, gaining acclaim with their debut album. It showcases Wight's personal experiences and thoughts through her lyrics, accompanied by techno-infused melodies that lean towards rock influences. From dreamlike melodies to haunting productions, the album seamlessly blends electronica with pop touches.
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CRMLP 050
19 May 23
Deep House
Crosstown Rebels presents CR20 The Album: Unreleased Gems & Remixes
Various
Review: Two decades have now passed since Damian Lazarus shuttered the City Rockers imprint and launched Crosstown Rebels. The tech-tinged label was an instant success and has continued to inspire DJs and dancers ever since. 'CR20 The Album' is a label retrospective with a twist, namely that it contains unheard versions of classic catalogue tracks, unreleased gems and fresh revisions. The many highlights include - but are not limited to - the hushed, early morning Latin-tech shuffle of Dennis Cruz's remix of Pier Bucci's 'Hay Consuelo', a typically atmospheric, percussion-rich and string-laden Black Coffee revision of Made By Pete and Zoe Kypri's 'Horizon Red', and a tactile, saucer-eyed Art Department tweak of 'Paradise' by Jamie Jones.
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CRMLP 20YR
12 May 23
Deep House
Together Alone
Review: Pale Blue, the musical duo consisting of Elizabeth Wight and Mike Simonetti and recently signed to Crosstown Rebels, has released their latest emotionally charged track, "Together Alone." Wight's honest and haunting vocals glide smoothly over the mix, reminiscent of trip-hop icons like Martina Topley-Bird and Tracey Thorn, but with a minimalist techno backing. Then to accompanies the release, Danish Native Rune Reilly Kolsch himself offers a groovier bassline and glittering build remix, which omits the vocals. This new single is the third release from Pale Blue's upcoming album on Crosstown Rebels, showcasing their collaborative work as critically acclaimed artists with renowned solo careers in the electronic realm.
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CRM 290
28 Apr 23
Disco/Nu-Disco
My Yellow Coat
Review: A key player on Richie Hawetin's esteemed m_nus imprint in addtion to running his own label Rukus, Irishman Gavin Lynch aka Matador makes his debut here on the legendary Crosstown Rebels with "My Yellow Coat". The release features two original tracks that showcase an innovative approach to electronic music, with immersive and emotive soundscapes. The title track is a slow-blooming and enchanting production that charms the listener with its delicate vocals and refined use of synths and percussion over eight minutes. Levon Vincent's remix offers a fresh take on his signature sound, revealing a new facet of his production skills and infusing the track with a faster tempo. The EP is a captivating journey that reveals a dynamic and spellbinding side to the genre.
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CRM 289
14 Apr 23
Minimal/Tech House
No Words
Review: Pale Blue has recently released "No Words," the second single from their forthcoming album Maria. The electronic duo's album consists of love songs, with this track being a standout. It was created using synths from Jaydee, the producer behind the iconic "Plastic Dreams." With a captivating bassline and fluttering vocals, it captures a playful and optimistic nature. The single includes remixes from Perel whose Dub Version offering a cosmic dive through spacey synths and ever-evolving electronics, while DJ Tennis' remix is hazy yet captivating, with organic drums and engrossing melodies forming around the vocals.
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CRM 287
17 Mar 23
Minimal/Tech House
Horizon Red (Damian Lazarus Re-Shape)
Horizon Red (Damian Lazarus Re-Shape) - (8:49) 120 BPM
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CRM285R
17 Feb 23
Minimal/Tech House
Start Over (Reboot Remix)
Start Over (Reboot remix) - (8:46) 125 BPM
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CRM270R
30 Dec 22
Minimal/Tech House
Adventura
Review: Israeli indie-dance hero Moscoman is back on Crosstown Rebels this week, with an amazing collaboration with British electroclash legends Zoot Woman. The result is "Adventura", a deep chug exploration into the stratosphere which will leave you truly dazed, followed by the slinky and hypnotic cut "Reinvention" featuring Adam Blake's wonderful vocal delivery throughout. A remix comes from Love Attack label boss Alan Dixon, who takes the track into cosmic disco territory.
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CRM 280
28 Oct 22
Minimal/Tech House
Always Something
Review: German duo Manqo's first outing on Crosstown Rebels, last year's 'Breaking Hearts', was undoubtedly their breakthrough release - a deliciously atmospheric, sub-heavy fusion of deep house and tech-house that won plenty of plaudits from DJs and critics alike. 'Always Something' is similarly strong: a warm, woozy and otherworldly affair in which opaque aural textures, eyes-closed vocals, bubbly electronics and piano motifs ride a subtly tribal-tinged rhythm track and deep sub-bass. Ida Engberg provides the accompanying remix, re-framing the track as a wonky, densely layered and billowing chunk of thickset tech-house euphoria. It's a fittingly soaring and wholehearted revision of Manqo's impressive original version.
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CRM 279
14 Oct 22
Deep House
High On
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CRM 278
30 Sep 22
Minimal/Tech House
Overfree EP
Review: Cologne-based producer Jonathan Kaspar is known for his awe-inspiring work on legendary local imprint Kompakt, being one of their key artists in recent times who really encapsulates the label's idiosyncratic style. The Gewoelbe Club resident now makes an appearance on the ever reliable Crosstown Rebels for his latest EP. "Overfree" is a typically life-affirming affair optimised for those saucer-eyed moments under the strobe light, followed by the subdued yet ultra deep minimalism of "Ten". Get on your tunnel vision while being truly hypnotised on next cut "Piece Of" and ending with one more utterly evocative affair - the downbeat dancefloor drama of "Unify" (feat Graham Baxter).
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CRM 277
09 Sep 22
Minimal/Tech House
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