Orion’s three-track ‘Particles’ ...]]> Finnish techno veteran Orion returns to the controls of his own imprint Absence of Facts with ‘Particles’, a masterclass in textural sound design and monochromatic functionalism.

With its roots firmly in the relentless techno of the ’90s, Absence of Facts presents modern analog-inspired tracks that have been handcrafted and carefully selected in Berlin, Germany.

Orion’s three-track ‘Particles’ EP explores the hazy intersection between driving rhythm and atmospheric density, delivering precision tools for the darker hours of the floor.

Opening the EP, ‘Dust’ establishes a propulsive momentum, layering opaque, billowing chords over a tight, rolling low-end foundation. The energy shifts into a grittier terrain with ‘Smoke’, where granular distortion and static-laden percussion create a raw, cyclical groove that remains fiercely hypnotic. Closing the release, ‘Mist’ offers a vaporous, dub-infused interpretation, utilizing subtle modulations and deep-focus spatial effects to drift over a relentless, skeletal kick drum.

We are presenting ‘Smoke’.

‘Particles’ EP will be available after December 9th HERE.

The title track, ‘Broken Horn’, is a formidable exercise in ...]]> Absence of Facts label head Orion returns to his home imprint, delivering a three-track statement with the ‘Broken Horn’ EP.

Consisting of three tracks, ‘Broken Horn’, ‘Twisted Together’, and ‘Be Fair’, ‘Broken Horn’ EP is a testament to Orion’s nuanced, hypnotic techno, meticulously sculpted for discerning dancefloors.

The title track, ‘Broken Horn’, is a formidable exercise in sonic architecture. It operates as a focused rumbler, where deep, resonant frequencies and intricate sound design converge to create a tense, hypnotic atmosphere. Following this, ‘Twisted Together’ injects a distinct funk into the proceedings. Its propulsive, syncopated rhythm and dynamic groove offer a compelling, physical energy without sacrificing depth. The package is concluded with ‘Be Fair’, a track perfectly engineered to be a quintessential set-closer. Its evolving atmospherics and patiently building intensity provide a powerful, reflective end-point, leaving a lasting, introspective impression.

We are presenting the second track, ‘Twisted Together’.

‘Broken Horn’ EP will be available after October 15th HERE.

Orion’s ‘Telephonk’ EP comes in two parts, Part 1​/​2 consisting ...]]> Absence of Facts delivers ‘Telephonk’: four straight-up jacking techno tracks from label head Orion, in the imprint’s trademark style.

With its roots firmly in the relentless techno of the ’90s, Absence of Facts presents modern analog-inspired tracks that have been handcrafted and carefully selected in Helsinki, Finland.

Orion’s ‘Telephonk’ EP comes in two parts, Part 1​/​2 consisting of ‘Telephonk’ and ‘Sorge’, and Part 2​/​2 of ‘Keeton’ and ‘Alert Rotation’.

We are presenting the title track ‘Telephonk’.

‘Telephonk’ EP will be available after the 8th of July, with Part 1/2 available HERE and Part 2​/​2 available HERE.

With its roots firmly in the relentless techno of the ’90s, Absence of Facts presents modern analog-inspired tracks that have been handcrafted and carefully selected in Helsinki, Finland.

‘Phobia IV’ EP consists of three tracks. ‘Ergophobia’, fear ...]]> Absence of Facts presents the fourth release in its ‘Phobia’ series by the label boss, Finish DJ and producer Orion.

With its roots firmly in the relentless techno of the ’90s, Absence of Facts presents modern analog-inspired tracks that have been handcrafted and carefully selected in Helsinki, Finland.

‘Phobia IV’ EP consists of three tracks. ‘Ergophobia’, fear of functioning. ‘Siderodromophobia’, fear of trains. And ‘Octophobia’, fear of the number 8.

We are presenting the fear of functioning, ‘Ergophobia’.

‘Phobia IV’ EP will be available after the 11th of January HERE.

With its roots firmly in the relentless techno of the ’90s, Absence of Facts presents modern analog-inspired tracks that have been handcrafted and carefully selected in Helsinki, Finland.

‘Phobia II’ EP consists of three tracks. ‘Claustrophobia’, fear ...]]> Absence of Facts presents the second release in its ‘Phobia’ series by the label boss, Finish DJ and producer Orion.

With its roots firmly in the relentless techno of the ’90s, Absence of Facts presents modern analog-inspired tracks that have been handcrafted and carefully selected in Helsinki, Finland.

‘Phobia II’ EP consists of three tracks. ‘Claustrophobia’, fear of enclosed spaces. ‘Tachophobia’, fear of speed. And ‘Aulophobia’, fear of flutes.

We are presenting the fear of enclosed spaces, ‘Claustrophobia’.

‘Phobia II’ EP will be available after the 23rd of November HERE.

With its roots firmly in the relentless techno of the ’90s, Absence of Facts presents modern analog-inspired tracks that have been handcrafted and carefully selected in Helsinki, Finland.

The opening track ‘Concept of Deception’ is a funky stomper with polyrhythms ...]]> Absence of Facts is presenting its 35th release, the ‘Concept of Deception’ EP from label boss Orion.

With its roots firmly in the relentless techno of the ’90s, Absence of Facts presents modern analog-inspired tracks that have been handcrafted and carefully selected in Helsinki, Finland.

The opening track ‘Concept of Deception’ is a funky stomper with polyrhythms and some sweet stabs. ‘That’s Not An Owl’ takes a twisted, percussive deep direction featuring aural feel of the nocturnal zoo of robots. ‘Medz’ brings in some synth driven action, six minutes of drive and funk for prime time. And despite being the closing tune, ‘Capsaicin’ remains the active compound of the EP, stingy and burning as the hottest peppers.

We are presenting the title track, ‘Concept of Deception’.

‘Concept of Deception’ EP will be available after the 9th of November HERE.

With its roots firmly in the relentless techno of the ’90s, Absence of Facts presents modern analog-inspired tracks that have been handcrafted and carefully selected in Helsinki, Finland.

‘Rubber Ensemble’ EP consists of three tracks of functional no-shortcuts techno. ‘Rubber Ensemble’ ...]]> Absence of Facts is presenting its 33rd release, the ‘Rubber Ensemble’ EP from label boss Orion.

With its roots firmly in the relentless techno of the ’90s, Absence of Facts presents modern analog-inspired tracks that have been handcrafted and carefully selected in Helsinki, Finland.

‘Rubber Ensemble’ EP consists of three tracks of functional no-shortcuts techno. ‘Rubber Ensemble’ is an aggressive, driving cut which works both as a tool and full length hypno track. ‘Fake Science’ takes things to funky yet elegant direction and ‘Kaira’ wraps up the release with a grainy, melodic and mysterious soundscape.

We are presenting the second track, ‘Fake Science’.

‘Rubber Ensemble’ EP will be available after the 22nd of August HERE.

While maintaining the low-key groove on ‘Front Row Sweep’ EP, Orion presents three different soundscapes across the ...]]> With its roots firmly in the relentless techno of the ’90s, Absence of Facts presents modern analog-inspired tracks that have been handcrafted and carefully selected in Helsinki, Finland. Label boss Orion signs the 27th release, ‘Front Row Sweep’ EP.

While maintaining the low-key groove on ‘Front Row Sweep’ EP, Orion presents three different soundscapes across the spectrum. ‘Front Row Sweep’ is a fast paced funky mid-set tool, ‘Minimus’ is a vocal snippet driven bassheavy groover and ‘Hanau Epe’ is a laidback broken beat tune, all representing the modern retro mood of Absence of Facts.

We are presenting ‘Front Row Sweep’.

‘Front Row Sweep’ EP will be available after the 30th of September HERE.

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We are presenting the title track ‘Outlaw’, a brilliant looping tool equipped with driving minimal funk. ‘Outlaw’ EP consists of one more track, ‘Komainu’, which takes things to ...]]> With its roots firmly in the relentless techno of the ’90s, Absence Of Facts presents modern analog-inspired tracks that have been handcrafted and carefully selected in Helsinki, Finland.

We are presenting the title track ‘Outlaw’, a brilliant looping tool equipped with driving minimal funk. ‘Outlaw’ EP consists of one more track, ‘Komainu’, which takes things to the broken beat domain spiced with haunting granular vox. Both tracks are produced by Absence Of Facts label head Orion.

‘Outlaw’ EP will be available after the 17th of June HERE.

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