Red Rooms / Rocko Garoni
Surge EP
Soma

Cat: SOMA678D
Released: 14 February, 2025
Genre: Techno

Techno stalwarts Red Rooms and Rocko Garoni have combined their formidable talents to deliver the Surge EP, a five-track odyssey released through the esteemed Soma Records. This collaboration delves deep into the techno spectrum, seamlessly blending hypnotic rhythms with raw, unbridled energy.

The EP opens with the title track, Surge, a relentless composition characterized by its driving percussive elements and an unyielding pulse, setting a high-intensity tone. Defracted follows, embracing a minimalist aesthetic with intricate drum patterns and fragmented vocal snippets, offering a raw yet immersive sonic journey. Effect ventures into dub-infused territory, where commanding drums and layered textures cultivate a magnetic tension, ideal for crafting deep, atmospheric builds. The EP culminates with Boundless, a trance-tinged piece that balances vigorous techno beats with transcendent melodies, delivering a euphoric conclusion.

About the Artists:

Rocko Garoni, hailing from Berlin, is celebrated for his hypnotic techno productions that bridge his drum and bass roots with a forward-thinking techno vision. As part of the Dualism Berlin collective, Garoni has honed a sound that is both edgy and immersive, connecting deeply with audiences on the dancefloor.

Red Rooms, though more enigmatic, has been making waves in the techno scene with a series of compelling releases that showcase a knack for blending atmospheric elements with robust, dancefloor-driven beats. Their collaboration with Garoni on the Surge EP marks a significant milestone, reflecting a shared commitment to pushing the boundaries of techno.

About Soma Records:

Founded in 1991 by Stuart McMillan and Orde Meikle of the DJ duo Slam, along with partners Dave Clarke and Glenn Gibbons, Soma Records has established itself as a cornerstone of the electronic music landscape. Based in Glasgow, Scotland, the label is renowned for its diverse catalog spanning ambient, IDM, house, techno, and electro genres. Soma gained international acclaim for releasing early works of iconic acts such as Daft Punk, including the original vinyl version of “Da Funk.” Over the decades, Soma has remained at the forefront of electronic music, continually evolving while maintaining its commitment to quality and innovation.

The Surge EP exemplifies the synergy between Red Rooms and Rocko Garoni, and its release on Soma Records underscores the label’s ongoing dedication to showcasing cutting-edge techno talent.