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French techno genius Agoria has been announced as the next in line to mix a volume for EQ Recordings’ Balance series. Following hot on the heels of critically acclaimed releases from Joris Voorn and Will Saul. Talking about Balance 016 Agoria explained that he took the name of the series quite literally when compiling the mix. “In my mind a balance is not a middle position; it’s a perfect equilibrium…” he said. “I have tried to find this fine line where the balance is just right. In the end, more than a DJ compilation, this is a manifesto of my passion for music and for mixing.”

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Founded in 1995 by Robert Henke and Gerhard Behles, Monolake quickly stood out from their peers, drawing influence not only from minimal techno and drum ‘n bass but also the “sonic richness and sophistication of academic computer music”. Their first releases were on the Basic Channel-affiliated Chain Reaction label, and since then they’ve become a hugely respected and influential fixture in the electronic music firmament, releasing several classic albums including Hongkong (1997) and Polygon Cities (2005) and becoming renowned for their distinctive installation and live performance work.

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