We've handpicked twenty standout DJ mixes that we listened to throughout the month of October. From the soothing realms of ambient to the heart-pounding beats of peak-time techno and everything in between, our selection promises to enthrall and inspire. These mixes showcase incredible diversity and creativity within the electronic music scene, offering soundtracks for various settings.

Lynne at Mysteries Of The Deep, Brooklyn, October 20, 2023

The collective and the record label Mysteries Of The Deep keeps things fresh and exciting in our local NYC scene. They found a winning combo to create welcoming events that sound and look exceptional while featuring worldwide talent that pushes the boundaries of ambient, experimental, downtempo, and beyond. We had the pleasure of attending their last event that hosted a phenomenal set by Camile Alice and MOTD founder Grant Aaron, Locust (Mark Van Hoen), who celebrated his release "The First Cause" with an incredible live set reminiscent of the late '90s and early 00's electronica, but the artist who stole the show was Lynne. Tokyo via London artist opened the night with a hypnotic, eerie ambient, but her closing set is the one that will stay with us for a long time. Dark, murky, but at the same very pleasant to get lost in, this set showed once again the incredible talent Lynne has in creating a unique atmosphere with drone, halftime D&B, and dub ingredients. Shout out to the Mysteries of the Deep crew for throwing these events in our city! 

Na Nich - The Memoir, Page 109

Rhythm Büro founder and Delsin and Semantica affiliate Na Nich puts his artistic output on full display with his latest mix for the beloved The Memoir series. As usual with The Memoir series, it's all original material. Gems from Semantica, Delsin, Rhythm Büro, Pregnant Void, and Oblique Music releases spiked with a few unreleased tracks, all packed in a smooth, hypnotic music tale, make it one of the favorite mixes we heard this year in our HQ. 

Timnah - Jin Invites 11

It's been a year since talented London-based producer and DJ Jin started her "Jin Invites" podcast series. Several Delayed favorites have graced the series, with Basel-based and Mostra resident Timnah being the latest addition to the well-curated list of artists. Timanh's "Sometimes Things Don't Act Like You Think" mix is a voyage made of dark ambient tones and drone undercurrents that are ideal for reflective moments during the day. It requires and rewards thoughtful, focused listening.

Lord Of The Isles - AD93 show @ NTS Radio

In honor of his latest and extraordinary EP on AD93, the remarkable Scottish artist Lord Of The Isles, crafted a spellbinding auditory journey for AD93's radio show on NTS Radio. Prepare to be grinning from ear to ear as you embark on this two-hour odyssey through the realm of leftfield electronica. A delicate interplay of wistful undertones and uplifting energies casts a spell of perfect harmony, leaving you utterly entranced.

Donato Dozzy - visioni sonore dalla via lattea session n.2

The master, Donato Dozzy, brings all the feels with the recording of his live set at "Le Passeggiate Poetiche" in Sabaudia from August this year. An hour of calming, deeply meditative sounds that come to rest on the ears like a cool, comforting blanket. 

Purelink - The Wednesday Alternative Mix

In the light of their recently released marvelous six-track EP "Signs" on always reliable Peak Oil, the trio Purelink delivers more of the atmospheric, comforting vibes in their hour-long mix for The Ransom Note. The carefully curated eclectic mix never hits a dull moment and is ideal for listening to during your coffee time. 

Sciama - Parallel Perception 45

The patience and virtue that Sciama showcases in each new mix we hear from him is nothing short of impressive. Auxillary affiliate put the bar high when it comes to making guest mixes, and luckily for us, he doesn't seem to be planning to drop it. The latest mix for Parallel Perception is another masterfully executed mix that bursts with intricate details and smooth, slow-unfolding polyrhythmic delicacies. 

Clarisa Kimskii at Organik Festival 2023

NYC's Merge resident and one of the latest additions to the On Board Music roster, Clarisa Kimskii, played at this year's Organik Festival in Taipei. The recording of this tour de force mix was recently posted online, so everyone who couldn't make it to Organik can experience the hypnotic allure and raw energy Clarisa Kimskii created during the set. 

Orca Silent - Guestmix for Åbysmal Ẹntities

Our dear friend from Vancouver Island, Orca Silent, explores the depths of techno and murky breaks in his latest mix for Åbysmal Ẹntities. The track selection is perfect for late-night moments on a hazy dance floor. 

DYL - Human Lessons 077

The latest mix in the Human Lessons podcast series comes from ultra-talented Romanian producer and DJ, DYL, who is not a stranger here at Delayed. Made entirely of his original productions (unreleased and forthcoming), this mix brings tribalistic intricacies, creating grooves that will transport you to a different dimension. 

Caldera at La Vallee Electrique

The three-hour recording of Caldera playing at this year's La Vallée Électrique festival, organized by the Melifera crew, is a hypnotic journey laced with tribal percussions and infectious grooves. This is one of the sets you wish you experienced on the dance floor, but for now, this recording will do the trick. 

Kato De Vidts - Accent Podcast Series 014

Incredibly talented Brussels-based artist and acoustical engineer Kato De Vidts graced us with a meditative voyage that represents ephemeral space somewhere between the ambient and the cinematic. Sit back, relax, take a deep breath, and enjoy the ride. 

Bambi invite Polygonia, Rinse FM, October 26, 2023

October had been a pretty busy month for Polygonia, who visited this side of the pond for the first time and played some fantastic gigs in The States. ADE and several other gigs followed "spiced" with some radio visits. In short, we've heard many versions of Polygonia in the past couple of weeks, and she pushes the bar higher with each new set we hear from her. We had a few mixes to pick from Polygonia in the past few weeks, but we decided to go with the guest mix for Bambi's radio show on Rinse FM. The mix highlights Polygonia's distinctive ear for tracks with fantastic sound design and her immaculate mixing skills. It's 60 min of smooth, intricate polyrhythms that will make you move!

Aaron J at Sustain Release 2023

The recording from this year's Sustain-Release festival showcases one of our favorite NYC-based DJs, Aaron J, in the best light. With impeccable timing, carefully curated tracks, and flawless execution, this mix is a pure auditory treat, leaving your senses fully satisfied. They should name this mix “How to get from dub, tribal, low-slung techno to trance in two hours, without anyone noticing.” Super smooth. 

Laura BCR at The Lot Radio, October 6, 2023

During her visit to the Big Apple, where she played a mind-bending set at Basement, On Board Music head honcho Laura BCR also visited The Lot Radio for the radio show alongside her label mate, Polygonia. Laura's set is a seamless fusion of deep and dubby elements, effortlessly floating between the realms of techno and house. This mix possesses a unique versatility that's equally at home on the dance floor and in your headphones, creating the perfect soundtrack for both your club nights and moments of downtime.

Aa Sudd - MNMT 388

The latest mix from one of the most exciting names on the underground electronic music scene at the moment, Aa Sudd, is an absolute mind-bender that begins with entrancingly trippy ambient sounds, it gradually morphs into intricate, low-slung, and halftime rhythms, effortlessly transitioning into a potent, driving techno. It's a pleasure to listen to mixes like this when the DJ pays attention to all the little details and creates a smooth ride that traverses genres and explores many different rhythms. 

Vardae and Moy Santana - Observatory 065

In the newest edition of Sungate's Observatory radio show, French talent Vardae and label co-founder Moy Santana team up for a techno extravaganza. Over the course of two hours, this dynamic duo takes you on a journey through the vast landscape of techno, skillfully navigating its diverse corners while maintaining an impeccable pace. 

Ateq - Zenaari mix 006

A beautiful eclectic voyage by Ateq, exclusively made for Bassiani's Zeenari series, is the perfect companion for those tranquil moments of relaxation and leisurely Sunday mornings. Let the soothing rhythms and diverse sounds guide your senses through a dreamy soundscape, making it an ideal choice for your moments of downtime.

Iwamaki - Reflexions Podcast 33

Incredibly talented Japanese ambient artist Iwamaki is back on our list with another wonderful drone ambient mix that creates a visceral sense of isolation and soul-deep reflection. 

Noah Lyas - SKIN #011

One of the co-founders of the Profundo Collective in Amsterdam, who recently released a great EP on Oslated, Noah Lyas, shared a wonderful two-hour mix in which he explores music with different rhythms and time signatures, creating a super interesting and engaging listening experience. This is what Noah said about the creative process behind the mix: 'For this mix, I drew inspiration from realizing just how much music I have in various rhythms, to the extent that I've lost track of how to categorize it. It's a rather delightful sensation because it enables me to narrate my story through a DJ set.. This mix revolves around the rhythms that drive me to dance.'