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16B 'Silenciety' Links

16B ‘Silenciety’ Links

Beatport download link: https://www.beatport.com/release/silenciety/2640605 Spotify streaming (shorter version)  – https://sptfy.com/previewsilenciety For Limited Edition physical copies please Subscribe : – http://bit.ly/silenciety  
SILENCIETY PREMIERE -  16B 'RESET'

SILENCIETY PREMIERE – 16B ‘RESET’

New 16B’s album ‘Silenciety’ out 1st of July For more information in physical copies (CD / VINYL) Click HERE to Subscribe.    
News: 16B to release his new album titled "Silenciety" in July 2019

News: 16B to release his new album titled “Silenciety” in July 2019

  It’s been over 20 years since Omid Nourizadeh, aka 16B, first exploded on to the electronic music scene with his acclaimed debut album ’Sounds From Another Room’ on Sven Vath’s eye Q /Alola Records. Since then, he has carved out an illustrious career remaining constantly at the forefront of cutting edge dance music, achieving a stellar portfolio of releases including...
Interview: Fish From Japan

Interview: Fish From Japan

Hi chaps how’s it going? What you up to this minute right now? We are good thanks! Right now there are loads of new tracks in production. We just finished one called ‘Bad Djembe’ which is just a killer deep percussive track. We are also working on a few disco tinged nuggets. Its hard to...
Buy aLOLa Records Vinyl

Buy aLOLa Records Vinyl

Click link to order through Discogs —> https://www.discogs.com/seller/aLOLaSexonwaxRecords/profile
Phaser - Unbalanced (Vince Watson Remix)

Phaser – Unbalanced (Vince Watson Remix)

Uptempo and engaging from the outset, Vince Watson’s interpretation of Phaser’s ‘Unbalanced’ uses a rhythmic base upon which to build a hypnotic soundscape. Insistently pushing on throughout, the track is one set squarely at the harder floors. Buy on Beatport: https://www.beatport.com/release/unbalanced/2092833 Preview:
JUjuLoo - Casio Jazz

JUjuLoo – Casio Jazz

JUjuLoo brings Casio Jazz as his first Alola Records release. This upbeat track promises to spark the attention of the dancefloor, combining a well thought out structure with a number of clever instrumental phrases. With heavy bass elements and interesting electronic expressions throughout, JUjuLoo has created an exciting and addictive track. Buy: https://www.beatport.com/label/sexonwax-recordings/3695 Preview:
16 Million Dollar Man - Khave

16 Million Dollar Man – Khave

The next release from Disclosure UK comes in the form of ‘Khave (Part 1)’ – 16 Million Dollar Man. 16 Million Dollar Man skilfully entwines an energetic techno feel with a spirit of tribal natures, that is sure to be unlike anything you have heard before. On paper, it would seem as though these two...
A Fatter Dog - Layers Of Years

A Fatter Dog – Layers Of Years

Alola Records label boss Omid 16B returns under his ‘A Fatter Dog’ alias with latest release ‘Layers Of Years’. Cleverly layering effects and musical concepts, Omid 16B uses his vast wealth of electronic music experience to create a track with complimenting areas of light and heavy intensities. The outcome is a track that will soothe...
O16 - Jupiter Intro

O16 – Jupiter Intro

Omid 16B is back with his latest release on the Disclosure Records imprint in the form of his new track ‘Jupiter Intro’. A substantial track with an intoxicating feel, ‘Jupiter Intro’ combines building basslines with invigorating musical ideas. This track is sure to get you in the mood to keep the party going way into...
Nick Stoynoff & Danny Oliveira - Shortly (Original Mix)

Nick Stoynoff & Danny Oliveira – Shortly (Original Mix)

The unwavering duo that is Nick Stoynoff and Danny Oliveira are back with ‘Shortly’, their next release through the Disclosure UK imprint. The duo are consistent when it comes to providing big tracks for the dancefloor, and ‘Shortly’ is no exception. The introduction builds gradually, teasing with intensity, before suddenly bursting into full effect. This...
Birdmade Girl - 703

Birdmade Girl – 703

Judicious use of the TB-303 is the order of the day in this next release on Omid 16B’s Disclosure imprint. Squelching and evolving from the off, subtle synths sooth in the background, as the main line directs the track. This is full-strength acid madness aimed straight at the floor. Buy: https://www.beatport.com/release/703/2005374 Preview:
Nick Stoynoff & Danny Oliveira - Three

Nick Stoynoff & Danny Oliveira – Three

Nick Stoynoff and Danny Oliveira are back with ‘Three’, their latest release with Alola Records. The first track on the release is Nick Stoynoff’s ‘Higher Self’. The track features a prominent bassline throughout, and is coupled with a gentle mix of interesting melodic phrases that creates a soothing late night feel. The next track is...
16B - Which Ever Way You Fly

16B – Which Ever Way You Fly

Label boss Omid 16B explores the deeper side of his production psyche with ‘Which Ever Way You Fly’, next up on his Alola imprint. Close, intimate keys build to an enveloping chordal dreamlike sequence with interesting rhythmical interplay. Omid’s signature solid bass and drum programming majestically underpins the track, allowing it to breathe throughout. A...
VA - Reflections

VA – Reflections

Omid 16B’s Alola Records takes its customary look back at the year that has passed with this 22 track compendium. Including cuts from Lana Del Rey, Todd Terry, Timo Garcia, Chris Gavin & Alex George and with remixes courtesy of Stacey Pullen, Guy J and label boss Omid himself, this release celebrates the imprint’s success...
16 Million Dollar Man - Infiltrator

16 Million Dollar Man – Infiltrator

The 16 Million Dollar man takes you on an unedited journey from the go, showing you how the track was made with all the various progressions within the chosen grooves. At 27 minutes untouched, DJs can edit or use the parts they feel is more close to what they are playing. And if you just...
Omid 16B & Alex George - Without Colour

Omid 16B & Alex George – Without Colour

Alola Records’ next release showcases the finely-honed skills of label boss Omid 16B and production partner Alex George. Created as a live track using a Roland SH101, TB303 (of the fabled catscream/Higher State Of Consciousness sound), TR909 and Korg Monotribe, this evolving, enveloping groover establishes its epic credentials with a few well-chosen musical elements, testament...
Marc Prause & Kazim Aprendiz - Lost In The Moments

Marc Prause & Kazim Aprendiz – Lost In The Moments

A dangerous dancefloor bomb from Marc Prause & Kazim Aprendiz with this hard hitting progressive techno track. Playing this out can guarantee ten minutes of utter destruction with sinister high hats fading in and around a thumping bass drum and psy-trance esque synth line. An incredibly dark and heavy progression, certainly not for the faint...
Furry Phreaks feat. Terra Deva - Soothe (Omid 16B Remixes)

Furry Phreaks feat. Terra Deva – Soothe (Omid 16B Remixes)

Jazzy, fast-paced house groover with dark undertones. A sinister intro hyped up by a sudden thumping fourto- the-floor drum pattern, backed up throughout by real classy synths, rolling interchangeable basslines, and beautiful vocals courtesy of Terra Deva and stunning builds and breaks throughout. This is a genuine groove full of variety and dancefloor action. The...
aLOLa Podcast 19 with Erich Von Kollar & Julian Rodriguez

aLOLa Podcast 19 with Erich Von Kollar & Julian Rodriguez

aLOLa Podcast 19 with Erich Von Kollar & Julian Rodriguez Alola records return with episode nineteen of their monthly podcast featuring Erich Von Kollar & Julian Rodriguez in this two hour set showcasing some hot picks and fresh vibes. (Omid 16B host’s the monthly two hour aLOLa radio show, bringing in special guest’s and fresh...
16 Million Dollar Man - Dark Harmony

16 Million Dollar Man – Dark Harmony

Disclosure’s own 16 Million Dollar Man (one of label boss Omid 16B’s alter egos) gets down and dirty with this growling monster… a simple motif is the basis for the track, with the action happening in the filters as the raw sound evolves and builds. This track is mean and should be handled with caution!...
Marc Prause & Kazim Aprendiz - Oasis EP

Marc Prause & Kazim Aprendiz – Oasis EP

Having both featured on the Casablanca EP with their track “Waterfall” in early 2015, Marc Prause and Kazim Aprendiz have once again proved themselves with this compelling piece of music. The Oasis EP tastefully straddles the gap between throbbing tech house and the melodic side of contemporary Berlin. Medicine Man kicks off proceedings with eerie...
aLOLa Podcast 18_ John Cosani & Alessandro Mogarelli

aLOLa Podcast 18_ John Cosani & Alessandro Mogarelli

aLOLa Podcast 18 with John Cosani & Alessandro Mogarelli Alola records return with episode eighteen of their monthly podcast featuring John Cosani & Alessandro Mogarelli in this two hour set showcasing some hot picks and fresh vibes. (Omid 16B host’s the monthly two hour aLOLa radio show, bringing in special guest’s and fresh music from...
Michelangelo & Giacomo - Heavens Elephant

Michelangelo & Giacomo – Heavens Elephant

Michelangelo & Giacomo make their debut for Disclosure UK with their heartfelt track ‘Heavens Elephant’. Absorbed in an entrancement of mesmerising synth work, effective vocals and elegant progression, Michelangelo & Giacomo dig deep to provide us with a nostalgic, yet awakening groove that flows with a dream like nature, carrying us with a persistent ambience...
Ri Za & Amber Long - Good Time (inc Omid 16B Remix)

Ri Za & Amber Long – Good Time (inc Omid 16B Remix)

A stand-out track from the off, this expertly-produced song from Ri Za and vocalist Amber Long is equally at home on the dancefloor as it is on the radio. Haunting piano chords root the mix in the here and now, supported by tuned bass and evolving synths, leaving Amber free to weave her memorable magic....

aLOLa Podcast 17_Timo Garcia & Jaxxon Under

Alola records return with episode seventeen of their monthly podcast featuring Timo Garcia and Jaxxon Under in this two hour set showcasing some hot picks and fresh vibes. (Omid 16B host’s the monthly two hour aLOLa radio show, bringing in special guest’s and fresh music from around the globe, including new and unreleased material from...
Alex George​ - Climbing The Walls (inc Ejaz​ Remix)

Alex George​ – Climbing The Walls (inc Ejaz​ Remix)

Label regular Alex George demonstrates his production skills once again with ‘Climbing The Walls’. Expansive, breathing synth pads swell atop structured beats, whilst a stepped bass note motif raises the tension as the track progresses. Ejaz casts his sonic net wider with a tougher, more stripped back remix… leaving the essence of the track intact,...
Timo Garcia & Newbie Nerdz - Tales Of The Crypt

Timo Garcia & Newbie Nerdz – Tales Of The Crypt

New to Omid 16B’s Alola Records, Timo Garcia teams up with Newbie Nerdz presenting ‘Tales Of The Crypt,’ a track that’s aptly named with its dark, techno manner. The distant, haunting vocals and synths build up to create an eerie soundscape before dropping into steady, stomping beat. The bass ‘patters’ and swoops leading the track...
Chris Gavin - Revolving Doors (inc. Omid 16B remix)

Chris Gavin – Revolving Doors (inc. Omid 16B remix)

Chris Gavin makes a return to Alola with this hypnotic masterpiece, ‘Revolving Doors’ is a journey into sonic wizardry with sounds and samples that create excitement and anticipation throughout the whole track. The Original mix is progressive in nature rather than genre, fitting in with any Dj who appreciates mystery over the obvious, dark synth...
“If you want to do something, you’ve got to be prepared to do it right now” Omid 16B turns the spotlight on our Editor during his interview

“If you want to do something, you’ve got to be prepared to do it right now” Omid 16B turns the spotlight on our Editor during his interview

A little over 12 months ago, I sat down with Omid 16B in London for a candid interview at what was an in depth and passionate look at Omid’s views on the state of the music industry. Fast forward to now and Omid and I recently caught up online and we both agreed to revisit...
16 Million Dollar Man - All Systems Go

16 Million Dollar Man – All Systems Go

Disclosure boss Omid 16B dons his 16 Million Dollar Man hat for this raw excursion into rolling techno. In the Original Mix, sawtooth synths growl while the cross-rhythmical arpeggio’d motif cuts through in higher octaves, combining for maximum intensity throughout the track. Mix 2 is more stripped-back affair, working drum machine hits across minimal staccato...
Alex Flatner & Patrick Kunkel feat. Jadele - Magnify

Alex Flatner & Patrick Kunkel feat. Jadele – Magnify

Alola Records welcome Alex Flatner of Circle Music & Patrick Kunkel to the label working alongside Jadele (Vocals) who released on alola last year with “Daydream’ seeing label boss Omid 16B & Alex George on remix duties. ‘Magnify’ opens the package here with subtle gestures, sharp and clean in arrangement whilst adding airy vocals over...
System Divine - J.A.C.K.

System Divine – J.A.C.K.

System Divine makes a comeback on Disclosure UK with an infectious conga motif, ‘J.A.C.K.’ is uncompromising in its structure, a groove that can easily find its way into most DJ sets where intensity and raw energy being expressed both on the floor and in the booth. Buy: https://pro.beatport.com/release/j-a-c-k/1542540 Preview:
Todd Terry - Bounce To The Beat (Omid 16B Remixes)

Todd Terry – Bounce To The Beat (Omid 16B Remixes)

First included in an all-star remix package on the re-booted Hard Times label, Omid 16B drops this pair of mixes on his own Alola Records. The Late Night Mix is exactly what you’d expect… a grooving, evolving sojourn through deep, understated textures keeping the pulse going, while the Early Morning Mix at nearly 14 mins...
aLOLa Podcast 15_Omid 16B & Dale Middleton

aLOLa Podcast 15_Omid 16B & Dale Middleton

Alola records return with episode fifteen featuring Omid 16B on the first hour showcasing some of his own retro/minimal productions being heard for the first time, reminiscent of his early 90’s house vibes, a peek into whats coming up from the alola, Disclosure UK and sexonwax camp of artists with some tasty flavours relevant in...
Saccao & D-Compost - 7 AM / Hypnotic Orgasm

Saccao & D-Compost – 7 AM / Hypnotic Orgasm

Saccao and D-Compost team up for the next release on Alola Records with ‘7am’ and ‘Hypnotic Orgasm’. ‘7am’ utilises an evolving groove that builds throughout the track, while ‘Hypnotic Orgasm’ is a deeper, more thoughtful juxtaposition of bass and synthwork. Buy: https://pro.beatport.com/release/7-am-hypnotic-orgasm/1534121 Preview:
The Bot - Conjurer

The Bot – Conjurer

Disclosure welcomes the return of The Bot to the label with ‘Conjurer’, a party-infused cut that skilfully straddles a driving techno and hip-house sound. Rhythmic chords take the track into the breakdown, with the percussion and bass returning emphatically until the conclusion. Buy: https://pro.beatport.com/release/conjurer/1530574 Preview:
aLOLa Podcast 14_Omid 16B & St. Savor

aLOLa Podcast 14_Omid 16B & St. Savor

aLOLa Podcast 14 with Omid 16B & St. Savor Alola records return with episode fourteen featuring Omid 16B on the first hour mixing up some retro vibes early on through to some promo action with some upcoming releases, a solid hour not to be missed. Joining us on the second hour ‘St. Savor’ from Russia...
Omid 16B & Alex George - Rough Cut

Omid 16B & Alex George – Rough Cut

Omid 16B and Alex George team up once more for this simple-but-effective dancefloor bomb, ‘Rough Cut’. The pair weave irresistible melodic narratives whilst keeping the bare essentials musical aesthetic, building on this theory for the second of two tracks in this release, ‘String Thing’, itself distilled for maximum dancefloor action Buy: https://pro.beatport.com/release/rough-cut/1520110 Preview:
Ali Zee - Control

Ali Zee – Control

Riding high on the ever-rising Disclosure UK label profile, Ali Zee continues the innovative streak for which this imprint has become known. Contrasting tones are the order of the day in ‘Control’, topped off by stuttering vocals evocative of early samplers; all in all a delightful workout for main room speakers. Buy: https://pro.beatport.com/label/disclosure-uk/34737 Preview: