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Recycling Wax is enjoying spring.
Robin Tasi
May 07, 2026
Hey there,
I’m completely exhausted, but happy. Spent three days at Junkyard over the holidays, what an experience. I don’t know how it is for you, but certain places definitely trigger certain patterns for me, and with that, certain cravings. The moment I arrive at Junkyard, I suddenly feel this urge for an ice-cold Carlsberg and a cigarette, hahaha. Oh man… but I’m staying strong!
And we’ll stay consistent with the sections as well, which today look like this:
Recent Cuts - Fresh vinyl and digital releases worth checking out.
Essential Oldschool - Records from the 90s and early 2000s that still matter today.
Behind the Booth - Personal stories, lessons, and perspectives from life as a DJ.
Community Pick of the Week by Krackk - One favorite from the community.
1. Recent Cuts - Fresh vinyl and digital releases worth checking out.
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#1 Deetron Presents Soulmate – Sequence: Do you know that feeling? There are labels or producers you can just buy blindly every single time. And that’s exactly the case with Deetron. Not only were his records on SuperBra or Phont Music already amazing back in the early 2000s, but he’s also still delivering quality today. This time, once again on Ilian Tape, and interestingly with a more breaky track on the B-side, which is a bit unusual. But overall, it’s exactly what I expect from Soulmate, another alias of Deetron himself. Easily one of the best Swiss techno producers, with so much history behind him. | #2 Various Artists – DJAX-UP-BEATS 1990–2005 The Acid Trip EP 1: |
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#3 Various Artists – Sway SH-3: | #4 Dynamic Forces – Metal Space: |
 © deejay.de | #5 Various Artists – DAFUQ: Yeah… what the fuck, really? I knew that the label owner, Laure Croft, had started a relatively new label called Sexyrecs, but I didn’t realize she was producing as well. Strong productions across the board, just like the rest of the label. I ran into Laure recently in Cologne at Kathi’s gig, such a genuinely lovely person. But back to the record: a nice, stripped-back release featuring Sept, who’s also with me on Zenith Agency. The A-side is more reduced and minimal, while the B-side brings in a more playful sound with dub elements. So basically exactly what you’d expect. On B2, I especially love the groovy bassline; “Schusta” takes a bit of the seriousness out of that bleepy techno and makes it nicely driving. Strong record, big tip! |
2. Essential Oldschool - Records from the 90s and early 2000s that still matter today.
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#1 Various Artists – 94–04 Fuse – Ten Years Techno Music (Two Of Eight): Today, I’m showing you a few acid techno tracks that absolutely deserve a place in your collection. First up is a track that has been with me for over 10 years now, and no, I’m not talking about the Speedy J side. Spokesman delivered a real hit with “Acid Creek,” which gets an extra lift in Pierre’s Reconstruction Mix by this Belgian artist. A massive track from 1994, clear recommendation to buy. | #2 Various Artists – Probe Mission 2: When talking about acid techno, “Public Energy – Three O‘ Three” simply cannot be left out. While writing this, I keep thinking about my acid fanatic friend Daniel Budel, who’s probably reading this and laughing, thinking, “Robin, you’re missing quite a few must-haves of the acid techno movement.” Yes, Daniel, I know, but these were my first instincts!!! 🤣 Not much needs to be said about Public Energy. A classic, a proper stomper, as we always used to call it. |
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#3 The Advent – Now And Then EP: Oh yes, probably my best find at the Elevator Store flea market in Münster. I went there with zero expectations and ended up meeting people from the old “Stur,” a legendary club in Münster, who were selling off their record collections. I picked up this gem blindly. Just this past Saturday, I played the closing with Kathi at Junkyard on the small H57 floor and pulled out “Ano Domini” again. Just great, uncompromising, and driving. Clear recommendation! | #4 Droid Sector – Io, 2037 E.P.: Alright, I’ve probably mentioned this record more than any other in this section, but I just can’t help it. Droid Sector is basically the dream of every acid techno DJ and lover. Some Swiss guy named Hervé Geuggis created one of the sharpest acid projects ever. Why do I say “some Swiss guy”? Because there’s barely any information about him. Even on Discogs, there’s just a single photo of him, and that’s under his other alias “DJ Terrorist.” We know he’s Swiss, that’s about it. But the tracks? Absolute weapons, then and now. Also check out the “First EP” by Droid Sector! |
 © discogs.com | #5 New World / D. Luchtmeijer – Subtractive: To this day, I don’t understand how this record sat untouched for over a year at Black Plastic. Nobody bought it. I was desperately searching for it back then, but it was always way too expensive. Then, at a record fair in Dortmund, I finally got lucky and found it for a pretty reasonable price. “Subtractive” is the GOAT for me here. What an incredible acid track. The B-side leans a bit more into trance, which I’m only half into, but the A-side… pure bliss. |
3. Behind the Booth - Personal stories, lessons, and perspectives from life as a DJ.
This past weekend, I spent three days at Junkyard. First, the public holiday with a “Dance into May” B2B with Hacker, then on Saturday, a B2B with Kathi. And on Sunday, we hosted our own party with a brunch during the day. It was all a lot of fun, but this time everything went pretty “as usual.” No crazy stories, which is why I want to shift the focus to tomorrow’s Recycling Wax Radio Show. Yes, tomorrow. Why? We had to move the show from Thursday to Friday just this once. And honestly, I kind of like that it’s happening on a Friday for a change, since the newsletter won’t drop at the same time the stream starts.
As always, the Recycling Wax Radio Show takes place at Mono in Dortmund, the café inside Black Plastic Record Store. You can find the livestream on YouTube. But I’d like to take a moment to highlight the acts.
Let’s start with Lamin. A DJ from Dortmund who couldn’t be more humble. Maybe even a bit too humble for the music industry. It feels like everyone wants to be a DJ these days, but the available slots are scarce, and club culture is going through one of its toughest dry spells ever. For the new generation, clubs don’t seem to have the same priority they had for us 30+ crowd. And that trend is growing. I recently read somewhere that the average party crowd is now closer to 30. And this is where I have to be clear: the really good DJs, the humble ones who focus on community, who uplift others and see themselves as part of something bigger rather than the center of attention, often have it harder without that elbow and ego mentality. Lamin played at Kathi’s and my Sunday event. I hadn’t heard him before. No podcasts, and unfortunately, I missed him the last time he played at Mono because I couldn’t make it. All I knew was that he bought records at Black Plastic, and from time to time, I saw him picking up stuff that definitely hinted at quality. But last Sunday was the moment. I stood right next to him doing lights, something I’ve really been enjoying at Junkyard lately. And I’m telling you: whether vinyl or digital, this guy knows how to build tension and truly captivate a crowd. Head down the whole time, no “entertainer” show, just a DJ playing music and making people move. Honestly, Lamin completely blew me away. I had no idea what sonic space he was operating in. At times, I spotted an Ostgut Ton record on his turntable, but apart from F.U.S.E. – “F.U.2 (Re-Edit)” which he used as a closing track, I didn’t recognize a single record. I almost didn’t trust my ears while doing lights, and yeah, I got a bit emotional because it was just that good. Right after the party, I texted the booker at Junkyard about what I had just witnessed. Kathi felt the same. A DJ who truly understands his craft, knows exactly where he’s going, and delivers on the highest level. A 10 out of 10 experience. I’m really happy he’s playing the Recycling Wax Radio Show, and I’m excited to see what he brings.
Speaking of excitement for the stream, let’s talk about my favorite person, Kathi, aka Krackk. I’ve been there since day one of her journey into the electronic music scene as a DJ. I remember exactly how it all started. Even before my time, she was mixing hip-hop in her room on a controller. She eventually stopped and focused on other things. But at the beginning of our relationship, she told me how much she wanted to get back into DJing, this time not hip-hop, but techno. So she got herself a setup from a friend and just started practicing. Very early on, it became clear how talented she is, how dedicated she is when she commits to something, how fast she progresses, and how deeply she dives into it. I found that incredibly impressive, and I’ve been (and still am) extremely proud of how quickly she learned everything. During our trips together, she noticed how many record stores I visited and how important that was to me. And at some point, she caught the bug and started digging herself. The records she found… sometimes in the beginning she would go purely by the cover, picking things I wouldn’t even have looked at. Today, Kathi is a well-respected DJ in the scene, playing both locally and internationally. Not long ago, she even played in New York. She has this ability to pull people into her flow, her emotions, her musical world. To me, she’s everything. To others, she’s an incredibly skilled DJ. Honest, direct, meticulous. If I had to describe her with just one word, it would be top-notch. Fully dedicated to the scene, always focused on the community, especially on FLINTA* artists. She’s also started giving DJ workshops, and people really look up to her, rightfully so. By now, she’s built a huge record collection full of bangers, and she’ll be showcasing some of them this Friday. I’m just incredibly proud of her journey, her passion, her artistry, and everything that’s still to come. And I’m a fan. I love you with all my heart. I’ll be tuning into the stream and bursting with pride.
So yeah, make sure to tune in on YouTube this Friday from 6 PM German Time, or come by in person if you can.
4. Community Pick of the Week by Krackk - One favorite from the community.
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Kilotoni - Forsmark: Robin put me onto Kilotoni, and I was hooked instantly. The label’s been around since 2024, and the concept is just too good: strictly vinyl-only, digging up unreleased tracks from the 90s and 2000s, all completely anonymous. It has this raw, mysterious energy that really pulls you in. Every release so far has been solid, but the first one still hits the hardest for me. It’s super versatile; each track has its own distinct vibe, yet they’re all insanely good. Whatever the moment, there’s always a perfect track on there.
We’re heading straight towards the anniversary. Kind of exciting, actually. By the time this newsletter drops, I’ll almost be on the train to Munich, and from there heading to Budapest the day after. I’ll be spending a lot of the weekend on trains because of my damn fear of flying.
I’m really looking forward to some reading material in the form of your emails and stories. Curious to see what you’ve got! 😊
And don’t forget: keep sending me your favorite track or record. Who knows? Maybe you’ll be the one curating the next pick in the Community section.
Simply reply to this email or comment here with a link to your favorite E.P.
Catch you next week! Be ready to drop the needle on my next picks.
Keep it spinning,
Robin Tasi @ Recycling Wax
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