Boys Noize takes us on a timeless techno journey with ‘Mayday’ [Review]
Last year's Strictly Raw, Vol. 1 gave Boys Noize fans a glimpse into Alex Ridha's core feelings on what electronic music should be. Calling upon a diverse cast of characters to collaboratively blend old elements with new, Boys Noize strives to create a body of work that is timeless, ageless, and strictly raw. Mayday, Ridha's first full-length album since 2012's Out of the Black, elevates these values to a new echelon.
Boys Noize reveals track list and release date of new album, ‘Mayday’
The frequency and aesthetic motifs of Alex Ridha's recent string of releases have seemed to signify the impending release of a new Boys Noize album. Though evidence supporting this theory was strong, arguments for its veracity was still speculation until now. Boys Noize has announced that his fourth studio album, Mayday, will be released on May 20. Alongside the album announcement, Mayday became available for preorder on iTunes, unveiling the full track list.
Boys Noize – Starchild (Feat. Poliça)
The notion that Boys Noize has had a prolific 2016 is a significant understatement; The perennially producing artist seems to never slow his output for any extended period of time. However, Alex Ridha has upped his own seemingly insurmountable ante over the last three months, both in the quantity of his releases and their implications.
Good Morning Mix: Boys Noize – Holy Ship! 2016
Boys Noize is a busy fellow. He's been running his own label for ten years now and has already released quite a few new tracks in 2016. With such a loaded schedule, fans should never miss an opportunity to see the legendary German techno producer perform live, as those who attended Holy Ship! 2016 can likely attest.
Boys Noize – Euphoria (Feat. Remy Banks)
Boys Noize has been putting forth releases with the rapid-fire frequency of a gatling gun in 2016. Since releasing the supremely caustic "Overthrow" in February, Alex Ridha has released a series of nostalgic productions in addition to this year's installment of his annual Miami Noize compilation series.
Boys Noize returns to his roots, releases two industrial techno tracks exclusively on vinyl
Boys Noize is one of the most innovative producers in electronic music today, but also one of the most nostalgic. Much has changed about music in the ten years since Alex Ridha founded Boysnoize Records - both in terms of predominant musical styles, and how music is distributed.