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a.k.a. With a new album on the horizon—his first in a decade—the notoriously shy artist grants his first interview in years, and discusses his extended absence from the spotlight.

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a.k.a. Techno turns 40 (and struggles with its identity), plus a full news round-up and a huge batch of excellent new tunes.

Oct 20

a.k.a. What does futurism mean in the context of a genre that just turned 40?

Oct 19

a.k.a. Answer our reader survey, plus a round-up of the week in electronic music, including a huge batch of new track recommendations.

Oct 6

a.k.a. What do you like (and not like) about the newsletter?

Oct 5

a.k.a. An interview with writer Gabriel Szatan, plus an update on the drama at DFA Records and a complete round-up of the week in electronic music.

Sep 29

a.k.a. Writer Gabriel Szatan talks about his forthcoming book, the current state of electronic music and the complicated legacy of those famous French …

Sep 28

a.k.a. A rare interview with Errorsmith and Fiedel, plus a round-up of what turned out to be a very busy week in electronic music.

Sep 22

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