TALLA 2XLC 黑胶唱片和CD

Review: For fans of euphoric and melodic trance, get locked into this latest edition of ZXY's techno club compilation. Volume 72 is another banger and it features a guest mix by Irish DJ and producer Ciaran McAuley alongside series regular Talla 2XLC. This double CD is packed with the freshest tracks and remixes from top international trance artists while also showcasing both Talla and Ciaran's signature sounds. As a special bonus, the album includes a unique air freshener featuring the faces of Talla 2XLC and Ciaran McAuley-a unique treat next to the electric sounds.

Review: Unstoppable trance and hard trance from Talla 2XLC and DJ Tandu, two underground DJs and hyper-uppers from the formative heydays of the Frankfurt trance scene. Known for their many torrential mix series most notably, the pair have nonetheless never stopped releasing music. This new extended mix of 2023's 'Velvet' is the third link in the chain after the original 'Velvet' came to Unsubmissive Records in 1999. Several iterations in, 2XLC and Tandu contrast each other heavily with hard and melodic versions of the track especially, Tandu's especially blowing away with its synthetic melodies and washes.

Review: Released as a special picture vinyl, this collaboration offers two versions of the track that reimagine its infectious energy. Talla 2XLC, a celebrated figure in uplifting trance, teams up with Fragma (Ramon Zenker) for a stunning rework of the iconic trance anthem 'Toca's Miracle'. The A-side features the Extended Mix, a high-octane, 138 BPM version that drives with relentless basslines, booming kicks and tight percussion. The uplifting Ibiza-style piano synths combine with balearic percussion and bilingual vocals, creating an instantly euphoric vibe. As the breakdown introduces the signature Balearic guitar riff, the track builds to a peak of vocal trance intensity, leading into a powerful instrumental finish. On the flip side, the previously unreleased RRAW mix adds an exciting twist to the classic, presenting a fresh, dynamic take on the original. 'Toca's Miracle' continues to resonate as a timeless anthem, evoking memories of beachside raves and sun-drenched nights. With this new release, Talla 2XLC and Fragma successfully reignite the spirit of the track, breathing new life into a classic.

Review: 26 years on from the release of the very first Techno Club mix CD, the popular series has reached its 70th instalment. There's a celebratory feel about it, too, with series founder (and Teutonic trance behemoth) Talla 2LXC being joined by rising star Jes (who handles disc two) and the CDs coming packaged with stickers and a light-up wristband (ideal for creating that 'rave at home' vibe). Musically, it's tons of fun, with Talla 2LXC using his mix to surge between uplifting, hands-aloft cuts by John O'Callaghan, Cold Blue, John Askew and Ronski Speed & Sigma, as well as loads of his productions and collaborations. Jes takes a similar approach on her mix (CD2), flitting between her own tracks, remixes and collaborations and fine cuts by the likes of BT, Matt Fax, Sunbeam and Solarstone.

Review: ZYX Records' latest double mix CD brings together German legends Talla 2XLC and Westbam, two DJs whose influence on the techno and trance scenes over the past four decades is undeniable. This collection takes listeners on a journey through the vintage sounds that helped shape Germany's electronic music culture. Talla 2XLC and Westbam each curate one disc, infusing it with their unique style and expertise. The result is a blend of nostalgic, high-energy techno and trance tracks that evoke the iconic rave scenes of past eras while showcasing timeless beats and rhythms. This release is a celebration of Germany's rich electronic heritage with the rave culture.