ODO010
Crawling Up EP
by SALTZ
2025/12/05
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The tracks Crawling Up and Be mark the first official releases of SALTZ, carrying deep personal significance as they represent three years of learning, growth, and artistic dedication. Special thanks go to Arthur Achtziger, whose knowledge and teachings were a valuable part of this journey.
Be reflects the release of a fixed identity – letting go of external expectations and roles. It is a return to being instead of functioning, creating from inner truth rather than obligation. The track opens space for presence, softness, and authenticity — a moment of freedom where the self simply is.
Crawling Up symbolizes steady movement through highs and lows – patient, grounded, and compassionate. Both tracks carry the intention to share love, creativity, and uplifting energy with the world.
SALTZ expresses gratitude to Daniel Jaeger for the mastering of Crawling Up and Manuel Ortuzar for the mastering of Be, and to the remix artists Avocado, Max & Moritz, Oblomov & Wires.
A heartfelt thank you goes to Odonien Records for giving these tracks the opportunity to be heard worldwide.
This EP is a collaborative expression of what electronic music means to SALTZ:
freedom through togetherness
ODO009
Snake EP
by Marberg
2024/03/15
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It has always been the beat that fascinated Marberg the most.
It's no surprise that he started playing drums at an early age. Navigating through diverse musical styles, he eventually gravitated towards the genre defining four to the floor beats of groovy and hypnotic techno. It's that perpetual kick drum that the Cologne based artist finds inspiring, as it opens up layers of different elements, melodies, atmospheres, allowing for a deeper examination and understanding of the product itself. After releases on Devotion Records and Apriori Records the Snake Ep is now the latest proof of his skillset.
Known for his innovative approach to sound and production, Juri Heidemann´s remix adds an extra layer of complexity to Marberg's already captivating work, offering a fresh perspective on the hypnotic techno experience.
Produced by Marberg & Juri Heidemann
Mastered by Kos:mo
Artwork by DDOTT
ODO007
Die Rückkehr Der Spätrömischen Demenz Part I
by Optimal
2023/05/14
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Exclusive Bandcamp Release on 2023/05/14 -
all other platforms will follow on 2023/05/28.
We are optimal. You are optimal. We are optimal!
With this mantra, the two storm visionaries Wahrscheinlich/Automatik usually greet their dancing audience. Clear.
The brothers, who grew up in the tranquil Morkepütz, create and shape their dadaistic sound art together. Somewhere between slick pop steam hammer and tricky murmur. The common thread: With heart. Without filter. Intoxicatingly fat or hard disturbing. Goosebumps or question marks. One word: Feelgood!!!
Emerging from the formation Alugobi, Optimal have finally dissected, deep-fried and manifested their version of the post-capitalist, pre-apocalyptic world order:
Die Rückkehr der Spätrömischen Demenz Part II. Clear.
Debut.Caesura.Marathon.Milestone.Escape.Resurrection: Optimal!!!
Wir sind Optimal. Ihr seid Optimal. Wir sind Optimal!
Mit diesem Mantra begrüßen die beiden Unwettervisionäre Wahrscheinlich/Automatik ihr tanzwütiges Publikum. Klar.
Die im beschaulichen Morkepütz herangewachsenen Brüder kreieren und gestalten gemeinsam ihre dadaistische Klangkunst. Irgendwo anzusiedeln zwischen aalglattem Popdampfhammer und vertrackter Säuselei. Der rote Faden: Mit Herz. Ohne Filter. Mitreißend fett oder hart verstörend. Gänsehaut oder Fragezeichen. Mit einem Wort: Feelgood!!!
Hervorgegangen aus der Formation Alugobi haben Optimal nun endlich ihre Version der postkapitalistischen, präapokalyptischen Weltordnung seziert, frittiert und manifestiert:
Die Rückkehr der Spätrömischen Demenz Part II. Klar.
Debüt.Zäsur. Marathon. Meilenstein. Flucht. Auferstehung: Optimal!!!
Optimal is:
Manuel Automatik/Keys + Voice + Pain
Fabian Wahrscheinlich/Strings + Voice + Gain
Music and Lyrics by: Optimal
Produced by: Optimal
Mixed by: Manuel Ortúzar
except "Drogenrausch" and "Schlabautermann:
Mixed by Timo "Eydeet" Fischer and Optimal
Mastered by: Manuel Ortúzar
Thanks a lot:
Odonien Records Crew, Odonien Crew, Manuel Ortúzar and Dieter Gerbe 4 their patient ears
Our families:
Maren Marie, Lomé Carl, Maria, Eddie, Marion
Jasmin, Luba Bo, Rio Leonard, Maria, Amei, Claus Moggerhanger, Sylvia, Dieter
Our friends:
Shay Johann, Dr. Dirk, Leo Hurenragout, Strafzettel, Kolja Kugler, Anne, Arni, Flow Amrath, Till Brenken, Johannes Hoffman, Katharina Hahne, Filipp, Tobias Ahrens, Staz, Martin, Anke, Odo Rumpf, Hannes, Ake, Freddy, Torde, Henning Seebote, Herwig, Fabian Porter, Elena, Maria Veitsman, Stefan Aretz, David Österling, Micha, Hannes, Tietz Geinitz, Zirk, Ronnie, Chris, Mülheim Proberaum Crew, Amri Pardo + Phase4, Miriam, Robin, Till, Lefty, Daniel, Mitch, Lovin`Pete, Herr Norcht, Pele, Sascha+Sarah, Pongi, TomDescription text goes here
ODO006
Various Artists Vol. 3
by Etane, Keikee, P.Careira, Fabian Porter, Dynamike, Avocado, Alchemiah & Kosmo
2023/03/18
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Odonien Records proudly presents the third edition of its Various Artists series [ODO006], featuring a diverse selection of sounds of our dedicated music scene.
The first release of ’23 is a compilation featuring 6 tracks contributed by friends, aspiring artists and label members.Enjoy the journey!
Credits
Produced by Various Artists
Mastered by Manuel OrtúzarArtwork by DDOTT
ODO005
Various Artists Vol. 2
by Flavius, c00lm8, Kuiper Belt Objects, Hyeena, Alfalfa, Stikdorn, Irina CDJ, Chromat
2022/12/31
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The final OR release of ’22 is a compilation featuring 8 tracks contributed by cologne residents.
We’ve put together a versatile selection of sounds to represent a part of our dedicated music scene. There’s techno, electro, trance, acid, house and things in between.
All money spent on this purchase will be donated to a non-profit organization in cologne supporting socially disadvantaged kids: https://www.himmelunaeaed.de/
Credits
Produced by Various Artists
Mastered by Manuel OrtúzarArtwork by DDOTT
ODO004
Wintergarten
by Bach & Blüte
2022/08/19
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About the artist - Bach & Blüte
These two Odonien originals have been united for over one decade now, channeling their contrasting personas to create unusual & effective sound. An open minded creative approach meets quality sound design, resulting from a sound engineering background, years of club promoting and countless crowd pleasing DJ gigs. Like a well-oiled machine, the two stategists shift gears and operate over a bizarre wave of thrust and catharsis.
Wintergarten
Track 1 "Bei Nacht" (At Night) has a dark & ominous electric vibe. Imagine excessively dancing in the eye of a thunderstorm, feeling connected to nature but also being a little bit scared that it might be your last dance.
Track 2 "Am Tag Danach" (The Day After) is a deep, atmospheric track with an emphasis on moody sound effects, moments of beauty and clarity alternate with suspense evoking basslines while steady percussive elements guide the way.Credits
Produced by Bach&Blüte
"Bei Nacht" mixed by Bach&Blüte
"Am Tag Danach" mixed by Manuel Ortúzar
Mastered by Manuel Ortúzar
ODO003
Boys dont cry
by Hyeena
2022/07/20
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The cologne based duo Hyeena are making their debut on Odonien Records with two energetic club tracks that won’t give you no chance to calm down on the dance-floor.
Raw kicks, breaks, electro, trance and gabber inspired sounds from their analog machines have been transformed to a Megatron ready to take control over bodies and minds.
Heartbreaker seduces with trance infected emotive synths and the sweetness of happy hardcore leaning voice samples and will make you surrender your body to the steadiness of the rhythmic bassline.
Safe word is a electro trance hybrid applying more pressure, constantly increasing your pain and pleasure with evolving arp synths and bass lines, playful breaks and lashing out percussion sequences. You’ll be asking to be spanked a little harder with those 155 bpm.
The third track is provided by cologne based Irina C. as a counterpart to Hyeenas dancefloor oriented rhythmic music. She composed the soundtrack for her own imaginary 90s sci-fi b-movie „Armageddon im Weltall“.
ODO002
Die Rückkehr der spätrömischen Demenz Part II
by Optimal
2022/06/10
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We are optimal. You are optimal. We are optimal!
With this mantra, the two storm visionaries Wahrscheinlich/Automatik usually greet their dancing audience. Clear.
The brothers, who grew up in the tranquil Morkepütz, create and shape their dadaistic sound art together. Somewhere between slick pop steam hammer and tricky murmur. The common thread: With heart. Without filter. Intoxicatingly fat or hard disturbing. Goosebumps or question marks. Clear.One word:
Feelgood!!!
Emerging from the formation Alugobi, Optimal have finally dissected, deep-fried and manifested their version of the post-capitalist, pre-apocalyptic world order:
Die Rückkehr der Spätrömischen Demenz Part II. Clear.
Debut.Caesura.Marathon.Milestone.Escape.Resurrection: Optimal!!!
ODO001
Odo001
by Bach & Blüte, Fabian Porter, Hyeena, Just a Name, Monibi, Optimal, Zentrifuge
2022/04/22
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Years of joy and energy were compressed into a collection of tunes ranging from slow and fluffy groove-sounds to eye popping acid trance. The newly born label Odonien Records shows their brightly colored feathers like a peacock on a mission to take you along to the next rave! Feeling well at home in Colognes weirdest indoor-outdoor club-beergarden-art studio-community space, Odonien Records slams open their shiny gates with this fine exposée of dance tunes. Come along and ride the peacock with us!
Special thanks to Monibi for her lovely support!