Oracool, a Ukrainian label currently operating from Berlin, is releasing its first compilation, “Sins”. Oracool started in 2017 as a party series in Kyiv. Back then, its founder, music producer and dj Adelina (Banoffee Pies Records) got together with some friends to throw a party. Gradually, a close-knit community gathered around the project. The events of the last two years have disrupted Oracool’s activities in Ukraine. Today, its community is scattered over the world, yet it remains connected as ever.
In 2024, Oracool transformed into something more than just an event – Adelina registered the eponymous record label with an intent to release musical prophecies featuring Ukrainian and international artists, with a focus on supporting musicians at risk.
The imprint’s debut release is a compilation named “Sins”. It’s a tribute to the Oracool’s friends, and those who have been upholding its community from the very beginning. The compilation brings together tracks from various artists from around the globe, with a special focus on Ukrainian young talents.
The 13 tracks compilation is dedicated to the exploration of broken sound. All tracks are united by an essence of loud and insightful dance rhythm, amplified by an otherworldly layer of mystical melodies. The record is saturated by foolproof tight grooves, making it a perfect tool for keeping the dance floor engaged. It’s a special collection of Electro, Bass, and Techno that marks a new beginning for the Oracool imprint.
Featured on the record are prominent figures of the Ukrainian scene, including Bite Records , Standard Deviation and ∄ resident, Nastya Vogan, reknown producer and rave legend Koloah, founder of Strila Artists agency – Travis or Alice, Polygon Records affiliate SVZZ, pioneer of Ukrainian electro sound Radiant Futur, vinyl connoisseur Rustam, rising star from the depths of Carpathians – Cristopher Bo, founder of Nowa event series Ewa Nomad, as well as a promising newcomer – offgridn3ss, and, of course, Adelina herself.
Additionally, the release highlights the co-founder of the ДРОБ collective and event series, German sound artist and producer N.Y.N, Inken, UK-born, Berlin-based maestro of old-school production techniques Aezron, as well as up and coming Egyptian producer 5amaseen, influenced by mahraganat and folkloric music of the Arab world.
The compilation will be available on all platforms on June 1st.