****BDC RETURNS…THIS TIME WITH THE ICONIC JOEY BELTRAM *****

“A THOUSAND CUTS VOL 2”

(*actual records may look different than pictured due to the uniqueness of the colored pressing process.)

****LIMITED EDITION AVAILABLE BOTH IN (HI MELT) BLUE & BLACK****

Downside Up Recordings Announces BDC's  “A Thousand Cuts Vol 2” — Featuring New Music with Techno Icon Joey Beltram

Limited Edition Vinyl • Mastered at Hardgroove Mastering (UK) • Pressed at Onyx Press (CA)

Downside Up Recordings proudly announces “A Thousand Cuts Vol 2” , the label’s third vinyl release and its most ambitious to date. Continuing the imprint’s focus on high-quality, limited-edition techno vinyl, “A Thousand Cuts Vol 2” brings together contemporary minimalism and legacy energy in a release designed for collectors, selectors, and purists alike.

The record was mastered by Paul Mac at Hardgroove Mastering (UK), ensuring maximum weight, clarity, and club translation, and pressed at the legendary Onyx Press in Arcadia, California, known for its consistency and premium manufacturing standards. Every detail of “A Thousand Cuts Vol 2” has been handled with intention—from audio fidelity to physical presentation—underscoring Downside Up Recordings’ commitment to craftsmanship over quantity.

For collectors outside North America, LIMITED black vinyl copies are SOLD OUT at Juno.co.uk https://www.juno.co.uk/search/?q%5Ball%5D%5B%5D=brandon+de+carlo&hide_forthcoming=0. HOWEVER, a LIMITED Hi-Melt Blue/White Swirl edition will be available exclusively via Bandcamp and downsideuprecordings.com (best pricing via our bundles here).

Reflecting on the release, label founder Brandon De Carlo shared:

“Joey Beltram is one of the artists who helped define the sound and spirit of techno as we know it. To have him involved on this release is a true honor for us as a label. “A Thousand Cuts Vol 2” represents everything we stand for—respect for the roots, forward-thinking music, and vinyl done properly. We couldn’t be more proud of this one.”

With pressing quantities kept intentionally low and demand already building, “A Thousand Cuts Vol 2” is expected to sell out quickly. This release marks a significant milestone for Downside Up Recordings as it continues to bridge generations of techno through thoughtfully curated, collector-grade vinyl releases. 

Release Format:
12" Vinyl — Black Edition / Hi-Melt Blue & White Swirl (Limited)

Availability:
• Black Vinyl: Juno.co.uk (EU/Asia pre-orders, starts shipping - Feb 2, 2026)
• Hi-Melt Blue/White Swirl: Bandcamp & downsideuprecordings.com Feb 24, 2026

Catalog Number: DUR-R003

For press inquiries, promos, or wholesale information, please contact:
Downside Up Recordings

info@downsideuprecordings.com

*actual records may look different than pictured due to the uniqueness of the colored pressing process.

****New Limited Edition Vinyl (and Digital) LP from UK Techno legend Jamie Bissmire *****

(*actual records may look different than pictured due to the uniqueness of the colored pressing process.)

THIS IS A LIMITED PRESSING AND WILL NOT BE REPRESSED so once they are gone that's it… UNDER 100 COPIES OF EACH COLOR WILL BE AVAILABLE. 

UK techno legend Jamie Bissmire makes his Downside Up debut with the Terra Firma LP—an essential collection of hypnotic grooves, percussive chaos, and deep, textured DJ tools. From the intense drive of Primal Pathways (Roll Right Mix) to the floor-shaking hypnosis of Blackwood Tread, this release showcases Bissmire’s unmistakable sound and vision. The limited run color vinyls feature six tracks, while the digital edition includes two exclusive bonus cuts. A timeless underground statement from one of techno’s true pioneers.

For more info including audio clips go check out our Vinyl Shoppe /d-u-r-vinyl-shoppe

**** NEW MUSIC FROM EMERGING ARTIST, MR FAUST999****

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
 Downside Up Recordings Announces the Digital Release of Grand Opal EP by Emerging NYC Artist Mr Faust 999

NJ USA – 22 Aug 2025 – Downside Up Recordings proudly presents its latest digital release, the Grand Opal EP from rising New York City producer and DJ, Mr Faust 999. This four-track collection cements his reputation as one of the most exciting new voices in the city’s underground techno scene.

The Grand Opal EP unfolds across four distinct yet interconnected cuts:

• Grand Opal 1 – a dark and pulsating opener, where melancholic keys hover above a staccato-driven groove.
  
   
• Grand Opal 2 – a late-set weapon with tense rising stabs layered over shadowy textures.
  
   
• Grand Opal 3 – hypnotic synth lines and an organized-chaos energy ride atop a relentless, driving groove.
  
   
• Grand Opal 4 – shifting into a more melodic and uplifting dimension, this closing piece offers a vibrant contrast to the rest of the release.
  
   

Known across the NYC underground for his tightly crafted DJ sets, Mr Faust 999 has been steadily carving out a reputation in clubs and warehouses alike. His sound draws on the darker edges of techno, but he brings a versatile, forward-thinking approach that connects deeply with late-night dancefloors. The Grand Opal EP represents his most fully realized studio statement to date.

Label head Brandon De Carlo shared his enthusiasm:

“This release is yet another amazing effort by an artist you will definitely hear more about if you haven’t already. Mr Faust 999 has a rare ability to balance intensity with emotional depth, and the Grand Opal EP shows exactly why he’s one to watch.”

With this release, Downside Up Recordings continues its mission of spotlighting boundary-pushing artists at the forefront of contemporary techno and electronic music. Based in New Jersey, the label is dedicated to delivering limited vinyl editions and digital releases that champion innovation and authenticity, connecting underground sounds with a global audience.

Grand Opal EP will be available on all digital platforms on Tuesday Sept 23 2025

Q2 2025

D.U.R. Evolves Into The Physical World With Its First Vinyl Release  

With Downside Up’s inaugural, limited edition, color-vinyl release, A Thousand Cuts Vol 1, Brandon De Carlo (BDC) delivers a visceral slice of his sonic identity—raw, hypnotic, and deeply personal. The release features three carefully carved techno tracks, each pulsing with the refined tension and shadowy atmospheres that have come to define BDC's approach to dancefloor energy. Grit meets precision in these cuts, offering relentless rhythms, weighty textures, and moments of eerie stillness that echo long after the record stops spinning.

The closing track shifts gears, diving headfirst into experimental territory. It's a fractured, haunting piece that explores dissonance and space—a reflective counterpoint to the otherwise tightly coiled energy of the EP. This unexpected turn cements the series as not just a techno release, but a statement of artistic range and emotional complexity.

As the founder and creative force behind Downside Up Recordings, Brandon De Carlo continues to shape a label that thrives in the shadows of convention. D.U.R. is a platform for artists who operate on the fringes of techno D&B, house and experimental music, where texture, depth, and narrative take precedence over trend.

BDC’s A Thousand Cuts Vol. 1 bleeds intent, carving into the listener a sense of unease, catharsis, and transformation. A must-have for collectors of forward-thinking techno and boundary-pushing vinyl.

Go to our shop and cop one of these pieces here:

https://downsideuprecordings.com/d-u-r-vinyl-shoppe

The Downside Up Merch Shoppe is here!

Looking for some merch from one of your favorite labels? We now have a page dedicated to DUR and BDC merch! These items are of the highest quality brand names you're used to but with our logos slapped on em.  Scarfs, Beanies, and some T-shirts are now available and we'll be adding items over time…. the shoppe can be found in the site's main menu.

BDC's NFTs are live!

After YEARS of procrastination, BDC has decided to step up the NFT plate to share his one of a kind audio visual works covering both Ambient and Techno oriented pieces.  Expect regular drops starting in September on Opensea.io but we'll provide you with links and all the info you need to take advantage of these works of art and music. Additionally, expect some (free) promotional NFT's with proof of purchase of select DUR releases. More details on all of this in the coming weeks, but in the meantime you can check out the first drop of my “Ambients” collection….https://opensea.io/assets/ethereum/0x0cdfdc37f0ba96d269a225d21a5c439f9c91d7b1/3/ https://opensea.io/assets/ethereum/0x0cdfdc37f0ba96d269a225d21a5c439f9c91d

Thank you for all the support over the years.