A.K.ADRIX — 333

A.k.Adrix – 333 Príncipe’s new 12-inch vinyl, catalogue P067, arrives as a compact techno statement from the Angolan-Portuguese producer. Issued on 30 October 2026, the record packs seven concise cuts that fuse drill-inflected rhythms with the label’s signature “visitors from outer space” aesthetic, delivering a kinetic blend of plasmic sound design and fragmented samples. Within Príncipe’s current output, 333 follows the earlier EP Rodeado de Batida (P065EP, 2026) and the 2025 LP Clássico (P061LP), while sharing its release date with Niagara’s Catedral Gótica (P068). The surrounding catalogue demonstrates the label’s focus on adventurous, genre-bending techno, and Adrix’s contribution deepens that narrative with a distinctly extraterrestrial vibe. Side A opens with “Shift”, a track that immediately immerses the listener in a swirling sonic field, setting the tone for the subsequent journey. “UFO Club” continues the extraterrestrial theme, its structure evoking a transient landing on a spotlight-lit dancefloor. “ILHA SELVAGEM” follows, its title suggesting a wild island, and the music mirrors that sense of untamed terrain through shifting textures. “ADHD” injects a restless energy, its brevity and restless momentum making it a perfect catalyst for a DJ’s peak-time build. “Magnetico Digital” pulls the set into a magnetic pull, its groove designed to lock the floor in a hypnotic sway. “Favelando” offers a brief, gritty interlude that feels like a rapid descent into a dense urban soundscape. The side closes with “Keyboard”, a succinct finale that ties the narrative together, leaving a lingering resonance that invites the listener to turn the record over. The record’s compact track lengths—most two to three minutes—grant each piece the immediacy of pop while retaining the depth of techno experimentation. This balance allows the cuts to function both as stand-alone moments and as connective tissue within a longer set, offering DJs flexible entry points for building tension or delivering rapid, memorable peaks. From a collector’s perspective, 333 stands out as a snapshot of Príncipe’s 2026 output, showcasing a producer who translates abstract, otherworldly concepts into dancefloor-ready forms. Its concise format makes it an appealing addition for those who value tight, impactful tracks that can be woven into varied set structures without sacrificing the label’s forward-looking ethos. The release is pressed as a 12-inch vinyl, matching the format of recent Príncipe outings and preserving the tactile experience prized by techno enthusiasts. A.k.Adrix – 333, Príncipe, catalogue P067, 12-inch vinyl, 7 tracks. Tracklist: A1. A.k.Adrix – Shift A2. A.k.Adrix – UFO Club A3. A.k.Adrix – ILHA SELVAGEM A4. A.k.Adrix – ADHD A5. A.k.Adrix – Magnetico Digital A6. A.k.Adrix – Favelando A7. A.k.Adrix – Keyboard