v.a. - "Gimme A Minute"

One of Sirona-Records more ambitious projects, "Gimme A Minute" features 108 artists contributing tracks from 55 to 65 seconds in length in styles varying as widely as ambient and electronica to black metal and grindcore to pop and classical. Label head Arnaud Barbe addresses the sentiment behind the compilation: "Sirona-Records is now two years old and this is an anniversary compilation. More than 220 artists have contributed to 3.5 million downloads from what is, before all else, a virtual and human adventure. I am truly proud of all that we have accomplished in two years. Looking back at the beginning, I feel that we have never been so strong and free as we are now. I've only one dream: to continue this adventure as long as I can, and I hope that you will always be with me. Merci mes amis."

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SUB022 Subterrestrial - "Retro-Futurist"

The third and final release of Subterrestrial's special 8-bit themed month. Like A Puzzling Enigma this EP is the soundtrack to a videogame that never was. If you have a passion for the sounds of classic game consoles and vintage sound cards then this is the EP for you.

Tracklist:
1. Final Lap 3:42
2. Ready Player One 3:33
3. Joel Cairo 3:20
4. Catch 'em Coin 4:31
5. Alpine Village 3:38
6. Get the Princess, Grab the Treasure and Run! 3:51

Total length: 22:34
Encoded at: 44.100 KHz 192Kbps

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SUB021 Subterrestrial - "Nitelite/Big Girls"

New digital single from Subterrestrial featuring two grimey bass tunes in an 8-bit/chiptune style. Part of Subterrestrial's special 8-bit themed month.

Tracklist:
1. Nitelite 4:13
2. Big Girls 4:20

Total length: 8:32
Encoded at: 44.100 KHz 320Kbps

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SUB020 Subterrestrial - "A Puzzling Enigma"

Summer is coming to an end and so is Subterrestrial's Summer of Chill. We started things off on an ambient note so I'd like to end on an ambient note as well. A Puzzling Enigma is an 8-bit ambient EP, a soundtrack to a video game that never was, if you will. But while Summer of Chill is coming to an end, A Puzzling Enigma also marks the beginning of a special 8-bit themed month. Look for a single in a couple of weeks and another EP at the end of the month.

Tracklist:
1. A Puzzling Enigma I 5:30
2. A Puzzling Enigma II 3:42
3. A Puzzling Enigma III 4:21
4.A Puzzling Enigma IV 3:09

Total length: 16:42
Encoded at: 44.100 KHz 192Kbps

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If you missed out on any of the other releases from Subterrestrial's Summer of chill, here they are:

Night Music

Noble

Ocean Beach

v.a. - "Sincerity Is The Key"

No other title could be better suited to a compilation which celebrates a netlabel who has done so much for underground music and creative commons media in such a short period of time. In the words of our esteemed label owner:

"This compilation is an anniversary release to celebrate the one millionth download on Sirona-Records!
The only words I can say are: Thank you for everything! When I started Sirona, I never expected so much love
and dedication from all the people who contributed to it. We have already made something of which we can be proud, but,
please remember: The adventure continues..." -Arnaud Barbe

Tipping the scales at nine hours and 118 artists, this is indeed a celebration. Spanning seven virtual discs, "Sincerity Is The Key" tips the scales at just under 1GB of music, covering everything from dance and electronica to punk and metal to ambient and noise. It's unlikely that you'll run out of things to listen to with this great, free collection on your hard drive or portable listening device. Did I also mention that this compilation features an exclusive track by Subterrestrial called "Ocean Beach?"

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Subterrestrial - "Map of the Interior World" (Re-release)

"Map of the Interior World" was a four track EP of experimental generative chiptune music, available on a specially packaged 3.5" floppy disk from Diskette Etikette Rekords, catalog number DER008. It was originally release date on July 27, 2010 and limited to 35 copies. Since the original print run has sold out, DER has released this EP on it's in-house netlabel Diskette Etikette Net as a free download.

Tracklist:
1. interior_world1.map 1:06
2. interior_world2.map 1:33
3. interior_world3.map 0:42
4. interior_world4.map 2:10

Format: VBR MP3 and Ogg Vorbis

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SUB008 Subterrestrial - "Subterrestrial"

This self-titled release from Subterrestrial is a collection of chiptune and micromusic recorded between June 2010 and July 2011. Some tracks were recorded for compilations (most of which never saw release,) many more were recorded specifically for this collection. Styles range from ambient to post-rock and experimental utilizing 8-bit, analog and circuit bent sounds. With twelve tracks, there's bound to be something on this collection for everyone.

Tracklist:
1. Into the Chasm 4:43
2. Tahoe Shimmer 3:38
3. Neighborhood Arcade 4:30
4. Gallifreyan Waltz 2:55
5. The Key and the Eye 4:03
6. It's Summer Somewhere 2:55
7. The Polar Openings as Viewed From Space 4:20
8. Alone in the Darkness 2:02
9. Asagiri 3:05
10. Ueno Park After Dark 4:45
11. Ancient Behemoth 4:06
12. Return to the Surface 3:28

Total length: 44:28
Encoded at: 44.100 KHz 192Kbps

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v.a. - "Now That's What I Call Retro-Futurism Vol. 2" 2 x Floppy Disk

The second in Diskette Etikette Rekords' series of retro-futurist compilations is out now! 14 tracks across 2 floppies, in plastic cases and limited to 35 copies.


Diskette A

1. Heirdrain - ...Be Scared
2. Consistency Nature - Omnipotent Bedlam at Bombay
3. Ugly Rumors - Eat Hamburger and Die
4. Zebra Mu - Mess
5. D//Cereghini - 121 Songs
6. Graffiti Mechanism - Ghetto Blaster

Diskette B

1. Subterrestrial - Amphibient
2. Rectal Twat - I Never Knew the Meaning of Disgust Until You Opened Your Legs
3. Paregorik - bn10
4. Meatpacker - Cages
5. Bjerga/Iversen - Chicken Run
6. Back to the Fucking Future - SD1
7. 1 + 1 = A Window - Wallpaper
8. Sascha Müller - Safety Through Seatbelts


Email neil.jennings84@googlemail.com to order a copy (£3.50 UK/£4.00 everywhere else), or visit the shop.

Also Subterrestrial's "Map of the Interior World" floppy disk ep which DER released last summer is down to it's last few copies. Order a copy from DER while it's still available!

Subterrestrial - "Plasma Weapon"

"Plasma Weapon" is a new album by Subterrestrial on Sirona-Records. Something a little bit different, this time out. The album features both dark ambient and lighter, ambient electronica. Very soundscape/soundtrack-ish, as I was channeling my passion for '80s video games and anime, movies like Blade Runner, etc.... for this one. Open your mind and give it a try!

Tracklist:
01 - Mega City Tokyo (6:57)
02 - Plasma Weapon (5:51)
03 - 2032 (6:36)
04 - Morrigan (6:03)
05 - Night On The Galactic Railroad (4:06)
06 - Medusa (4:25)
07 - Trouble Consultants (4:42)
08 - Ghost Squadron (4:15)
09 - Born In The Lab (5:09)
10 - No-Fly Zone (Devil's Triangle II) (5:10)

Total length: 53:15
Encoded at: 44.100 KHz 192Kbps MP3, VBR MP3 & OGG

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Sirona-Records is the new netlabel of French multi-genre producer Arnaud Barbe, AKA Pollux. He releases and promotes all styles of underground electronic music. Please download, give feedback and help support this great, new netlabel!

v.a. - "Fakebit Compilation 2011"

The 8bc Fakebit Comp 2011, fulfilling your non-purist chiptune needs for the front end of the new year :D This collection features some excellent contributions from Fragile Chaos!, FantomenK, Seence, Starpilot, Hexwolves, Awesome Force, el Musho, Byzantine, Subterrestrial, Decktonic, Knot_L0, _ensnare_, Dj Hollow Life and ant1.

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v.a. - "8th Circle Below" CD/digital album

"8th Circle Below," the latest release on Chimera Central. 8-bit noise from various artists around the world! Eleven original tracks that focus on the afterlife and range from peaceful moments to harsh, hellish oblivion. Now available as both a CD and a digital download in high quality MP3, FLAC and other formats. Artists include Subterrestrial, Sadore, Platzangst, La Flore Intestinale, Cementimental, d0us, Vi11AiN, Zomvor, Byrant Davis, Sick To The Back Teeth, DCLXVI and Cursed Chimera.

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SUB002 Subterrestrial - "H-21"

Subterrestrial's "H-21" is inspired by early 20th century exotic dancer Mata Hari, who was executed for treason in France during World War I after being accused of spying for Germany. Subterrestrial uses harsh, 8-bit noise and heavily aliased exotic rhythms to explore her often violent life and tragic death. It is believed that she was wrongly accused of her crime and made a scapegoat. H-21 was her alleged codename.

Tracklist:

1. H-21 I 8:07

2. H-21 II 5:03

3. H-21 III 7:10

4. H-21 IV 5:09

5. H-21 V 5:30

Total length: 30:58

Encoded at: 44.100 KHz 192Kbps

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Subterrestrial - "Map of the Interior World" floppy disk

"Map of the Interior World" is four tracks of experimental generative chiptune music, available on a specially packaged 3.5" floppy disk from Diskette Etikette Rekords, catalog number DER008. Release date is Tuesday, July 27, limited to 35 copies! Preorder now from DEK for £2.50 UK/£3.50 World. Diskette Etikette Rekords is a great new label bringing you the latest in alternative musics on the medium of the 3.5in Floppy disk. Please help them as they support artists by releasing great music in brilliant packagings!

Tracklist:
1. interior_world1.map 1:06
2. interior_world2.map 1:33
3. interior_world3.map 0:42
4. interior_world4.map 2:10

Format: 3.5" floppy disk in special map and twine packaging

Preview album

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Subterrestrial - "Insert Coin" EP

Available as a free download from 4m@-records (catalog # 4m@098,) “Insert Coin” is a tribute to classic arcade games. The EP utilizes samples from WOOLYSS’ Sound of Arcade sample pack exclusively and each track focuses on a specific game. No additional samples or instruments are used.

Tracklist:
1. No Sprite Leaves the Game Grid Alive 2:00
2. Cosmic Minefield 0:56
3. Garden of Chaos 1:30
4. Inhuman Rage 1:18
5. Supermajority 1:37
6. Lost in the Game Grid 1:56

Total Length 9:17

Encoded at: 11.025KHz 16Kbps

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