Frankyeffe’s Riot Recordings presents a riveting two-track release by Ilona Maras, an artist from Montenegro now living in Switzerland.
Known for her dynamic sets at Zürich’s underground events, Ilona Maras dives deep into raw and industrial techno with this release. This debut on Riot Recordings follows her impressive work with other top techno labels like Filth on Acid.
The first track, ‘Intention Energy,’ grabs attention right from the start with its rising synth chords and pounding kick drum. The driving bassline and intense claps amplify the track’s energy, while a vocal sample saying “on the street and I’m thirsty” adds a hypnotic touch. Ilona Maras expertly combines explosive drums and gritty analogue synths, crafting a powerful and captivating techno piece that’s sure to make an impact.
The second track, ‘Am I Doing it Right,’ ups the ante with a brutal kick drum and flickering hi-hats that keep the momentum going strong. An acid synth line dances with jacking vocal stabs, creating a tense atmosphere. Dramatic synth chords build suspense during the breakdown, leading to an eruption of white noise and powerful claps when the beat drops back in. This release showcases Ilona Maras’s knack for creating intense, immersive techno tracks, highlighting her as a major talent in the techno scene.