VENTURE INTO THE DEPTHS OF THE SIMULATED UNKNOWN
VENTURE INTO THE DEPTHS OF THE SIMULATED UNKNOWN
Embracing the idea that life is a simulation, Massano founded Simulate to envision a future where technology reigns supreme, shaping our world in unimaginable ways. Simulate combines music, technology, and philosophical exploration into a unique sonic experience that challenges our perception of reality. Simulate takes you on a transcendent journey two centuries from now, where the possibilities of a technologically advanced world come to life. As an artist-driven label, Massano curates a roster of forward-thinking musicians who dare to push the boundaries of electronic music, inviting listeners to ponder the intricacies of our simulated universe.
With each release, Simulate presents an exploration of sonic and optical possibilities, connecting music with technology and inviting audiences to imagine the digital possibilities of our current and future realities. As a cultural force, Simulate not only champions the music but also fosters a community of curious minds. Through immersive experiences and thoughtfully curated collaborations, the label invites enthusiasts to delve into the enigmatic future of a simulated existence, where the boundaries between the physical and the digital blur.
At the forefront of this groundbreaking movement is Massano, an artist unafraid to challenge conventions and navigate uncharted territories. With Simulate, Massano envisions a future where music, imagination, and technological innovation converge to bring new experiences to audiences and transport their imaginations to a new world.
YEAR 2220
THE BEGINNING
THE
BEGINNING
Massano - The Theory EP
Alone (feat. Braev)
The Blaze
Paranoia
Prepare to be captivated by Massano's latest EP, a triumphant exploration of underground dance music that pushes the boundaries of sonic expression. Featuring three tracks that delve deep into the realms of raw emotion, ethereal melodies, and mesmerizing rhythms, this EP invites listeners on a transcendent journey through the depths of Massano's artistic vision.
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The EP opens with "Alone," a stunning collaboration with the hugely talented Braev. Braev's captivating vocals intertwine with Massano's energetic and unique production style to create a track filled with unforgettable moments. This track’s highlight is undoubtably it’s melodic breakdown, transporting listeners to a realm of emotive intensity, followed by two powerful synths, almost talking to each other to create an aggressive build-up and drop. "Alone" is an emotional voyage that showcases Massano and Braev’s abilities to craft moving and intense experiences.
Track two in The Theory EP is the much awaited "The Blaze," a raw and aggressive track that embodies Massano's signature sound. With unrelenting energy, "The Blaze" ignites the dancefloor with its fierce intensity. Driving basslines, hypnotic melodies and strong drums create an atmosphere of controlled chaos, keeping the listener on their toes, with no idea what’s coming next.
Closing out the EP is "Paranoia," a deceptively simple yet profoundly effective track that showcases Massano's mastery of rhythm and sound manipulation. Building upon a singular, infectious rhythm that repeats throughout the track, Massano artfully creates an intricate collection of sounds. Subtle variations and modulations keep the listener on edge, while layers of textures and sonic elements add depth and complexity.
With this EP, Massano solidifies his ability to seamlessly blend emotional depth, raw energy, and intricate rhythms. Each track on this EP is a testament to Massano's artistic vision, taking listeners on a transformative journey that demonstrates what the vision for Simulate is all about.
YEAR 2221
THE INFRASTRUCTURE 1.0
THE
INFRASTRUCTURE 1.0
Massano - Nodosuba
PACS - Transient
Raphael Mader - Isolation
Un:said - Escalate
David Lindmer - Echoes of the Algorythm
Copini, ID ID - Near Future
Adam Sellouk, Eli & Dani - Desire
19:26 - Mission
Final Request - Hakka
Artche - Adrenaline
Sassa, Jager - Far Away
Stjepanek, Bob Tosh - Utopia
Dizharmonia - Nyx
Read the News - Playground Electric
Kalmer - Remember Me
Oibaf & Wallen - Mechanical Dialogue
Embark on a futuristic musical journey with Simulate's debut compilation, "The Infrastructure 1.0”. Embracing our simulated existence, this collection of tracks come from a diverse and talented selection of artists that embody the label's distinct style and vision. Each carefully curated track from the fresh-faced Simulate family takes you on an immersive sonic adventure, blurring the lines between simulation and reality. This compilation becomes the very infrastructure that binds humanity to the ever-advancing artificial intelligence. Welcome to the brink of reality, where "The Infrastructure 1.0" continues to build on Simulate's apocalyptic foundation.
YEAR 2222
World’s Perception
World’s
Perception
Hollt - World's Perception EP
World's Perception
Sins of Orion
World's Perception (Enai Remix)
Year 2222 bring us Chapter 3 of our simulation, as we welcome the talented Hollt to Massano's Simulate family. Hollt's "World's Perception" EP brings two new original tracks to the Simulate universe, which combine three core elements of the label's foundation: emotion, aggression and energy. To round out the offering, Enai delivers his take on "World's Perception" with a powerful remix of the EP’s title track. The three track package is a perfect representation of the Simulate labels ethos that further emphasizes our vision for the digitalized future of music.
YEAR 2223
Leave No Trace
Leave No
Trace
Soel - Leave No Trace EP
Leave No Trace
Reverie
Year 2223 presents Chapter 4 of Simulate's story, introducing Soel's unique style to the label family. The 'Leave No Trace' EP also commences a rise of mutant humans in the Simulate universe, alongside the advanced robot civilization. Soel's EP features 2 tracks; title track 'Leave No Trace' is a strange but enticing blend of Arabic style melodies with aggressive, dancefloor-destroying synths, whilst 'Reverie' supports this with mind-blowing and hypnotic pitch movement combined with powerful build-ups and energetic drops. With the mutants rising up to fight back against the robots that rule the simulation, this dark and powerful EP illustrates an interesting new twist in our story.
YEAR 2224
The Infamous
The Infamous
Jos & Eli - The Infamous EP
The Infamous
They Are Coming
Chapter 5 of Simulate’s story features a two track EP from the talented and prolific duo Jos & Eli. This chapter of Simulate continues to follow the rise of the mutant humans in our post-apocalyptic world, and their solitude in the vast deserted landscape. The Infamous EP features 2 tracks; the title track is an undoubtable club weapon with hypnotic, rolling synthesizers that epitomize Jos & Eli’s unique style. Track 2, ‘They Are Coming’ shows a different side to the duo, with a much more emotional and melodic approach, perfect for closing the night and bringing people together.
YEAR 2225
T A L K I N G
Talking
Massano - Talking
Massano returns home to Simulate, presenting chapter 6 of our story, 'Talking'. The energetic single features a powerful robot vocal, which brings us back to the robot origins of Simulate's story, only this time with a new sonic style not heard before on the label. Despite Talking's alternative approach to sound design, the Massano signatures still lie within, comprised of a driving bassline, high-energy drums and exciting synths to support the vocal. This track has been destroying dance floors all around the world and with its constant energy and tension it never fails to keep people moving and lift the atmosphere.
YEAR 2226
THE INFRASTRUCTURE 2.0
THE
INFRASTRUCTURE 2.0
Massano, Zafrir - Ana
Citizen Kain, DJ AroZe - Us
Adam Sellouk, Sickwenz - Enemy
The Yard Woman - Habibti
Josh Gigante - Inside My Head
Un:said - Definition Of Control
PACS, Who Else - Disconnected
Bigfett - The Jungle
Disfreq - Demand
David Lindmer - Freedom
TH;EN - Canicatti
Mila Journee, Hoax - Vengeance
Copini, Handsdown - Soul On Fire
SOEL - Moonstruck Motions
ALPHADOG - Pretend Me
ANII - Touch It
Y Do I - Destruction
RUBACK, SLVR - Technologyk
Leghet - Omen
Fatum - Remember You
Eze Ramirez - You Can Fly
Nick Matthew - Colpo
Witness the evolution of Simulate's framework in "The Infrastructure 2.0”. Almost 1 year after our first compilation, Massano and family are back to showcase a new chapter in the story. The compilation features familiar faces such as Soel, Adam Sellouk, Un:said, David Lindmer and Pacs, alongside several debuting Simulate artists including, Citizen Kain, Anii, Disfreq, Josh Gigante, Mila Journée, Th;en, Alphadog and Bigfett to name a few. Reinforcing Simulate's distinct and powerful style whilst introducing a collection of new sounds to the label, this compilation aims to take you on a journey of diverse and captivating electronic music. Along with the introduction of an evolved roster, we introduce new characters and atmospheres into our visual journey, showcasing multiple scenes and shedding more light on the Simulate universe which we overlook. Welcome our simulated existence, where "The Infrastructure 2.0" continues to build on our apocalyptic foundation.
YEAR 2227
PARALLEL UNIVERSE
PARALLEL
UNIVERSE
Copini - Parallel Universe EP
Parallel Universe (feat. Goldspek, Doksu)
Imagination
Distortion of Reality
After appearances in both of 'The Infrastructure' compilations, Copini solidifies his position in Simulate's journey with a unique and distinctive 3 track EP. The title track 'Parallel Universe' incorporates crazy production from Copini & Doksu alongside hypnotic vocals from Goldspek that will transport you into another dimension of our simulated existence. Track 2 'Imagination' further epitomizes Copini's individual sound design and structures, using different sounds to create fascinating call and responses that are a staple of Copini's music. Finally, 'Distortion Of Reality' closes the EP with incredibly unique synths, showing off Copini's capabilities in creating dancefloor-destroying set weapons.
YEAR 2228
EXPECTED
EXPECTED
Alphadog - Expected EP
Expected
Revolution
Following his Simulate debut on The Infrastructure 2.0, rising star Alphadog returns to the label for Chapter 9 of its story. With his two-track EP, Alphadog demonstrates his amazing versatility whilst bringing a new sound to the Simulate universe. The title track ‘Expected’ offers a symphony of simple but effective melodies and chord progressions emulating the vast wilderness surrounding the Simulate planet, as reflected in the release artwork. Track 2, ‘Revolution’, brings another dimension to the EP with a more driving and energetic approach led by an arpeggiated synth line complimented by a unique and eerie vocal evoking visions of the higher-power beings that control the Simulate planet.
YEAR 2229
HEALING
HEALING
Massano & Stephan Bodzin - Healing EP
Healing feat. Jem Cooke
Falcon
Melodic techno heavyweight Stephan Bodzin makes his Simulate debut alongside label curator Massano with the 10th instalment of the Simulate story, ‘Healing’. This EP is comprised of 2 diverse tracks that delve into the depths of synthesis and have been lighting up dance floors around the world.
YEAR 2230
OMNIA
OMNIA
PACS - Omnia EP
Omnia
Hyperdrive
The 12th instalment of Simulate's Journey see’s Brazil's PACS return for his 3rd appearance on the label. ‘Omnia’ is PACS' debut EP on Simulate and epitomising the style of the label. The EP carries a synergy of aggressive synths and rhythmic vocal manipulation that create driving forces on the dance floor. Track A ‘Omnia’ combines powerful pitch modulated stabs with rhythmic percussion and vocals that create high-energy moments on any dancefloor, emphasiszing PACS' heavy hitting sound. Track B ‘Hyperdrive’ provides a perfect addition to the EP with classic melodic-techno call and response style synths & vocal stabs coming together to make a perfect club weapon.
YEAR 2231
OBLIVION
OBLIVION
CamelPhat & Massano - Oblivion EP
Oblivion (Feat. Nu-La)
Glowing (Feat. David O’Dowda)
The 12th installment of Simulate's journey sees electronic titans CamelPhat make their label debut alongside founder Massano. ‘Oblivion’ is a 2 track EP showcasing the hard hitting sound of Massano combined with the renowned powerful vocal use and melodic synth lines pioneered by CamelPhat. EP tracks; Oblivion & Glowing connect agressive synths with the emotive vocals of Nu-La and David O'Dowda. Already lighting up dancefloors around the world, this release is set to be a defining moment in the Simulate timeline.
YEAR 2232
RAKATA
RAKATA
TH;EN - Rakata EP
Rakata
All Yours
Chapter 13 of Simulate's journey sees rising star TH;EN return to the label with his ‘Rakata’ EP. Already having received amazing support and reactions around the world, A-side ‘Rakata’ promises to be a special moment in the Simulate timeline. Rakata features a powerful Spanish vocal along with dynamic synths to give the track a high-energy and driving groove, perfect for the dancefloor. B-Side ‘All Yours’ provides a slightly softer side to the EP, with a retro inspired vocal complimented by a rhythmic, sliding synth line and an entrancing bassline guaranteed to get people moving.
YEAR 2233
Archive 1.0
Archive 1.0
Massano & Koraia (ft. Nurah) - Pankrepas
Woo York - Rambla
8Kays & OBSESH - TTXTC
Glowal - Embrace The Future
Bigfett - Intentions
SML014 introduces a new concept to the Simulate story. ‘Archive 1.0’ is our first smaller (5 track) compilation, focusing on dance floor orientated records from talented producers in the scene. This various artist compilation sees label head Massano team up with Koraia and NURAH whilst welcoming innovative Simulate newcomers Woo York, 8Kays, OBSESH and Glowal alongside Bigfett, returning to the label for his second appearance. The track-list boasts an impressive selection of proven dance floor destroyers, from the variety of vocals of Pankrepas, TTXTC and Embrace The Future, to the hard hitting synths inside instrumentals of Rambla and Intentions, this VA has something for everyone.
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