BEN KACZOR, LB HONNE — Various Minds 001

Ben Kaczor & Lb Honne – Various Minds 001 opens the St. Odes catalogue with a 12-inch vinyl that stakes a claim in the deep house and dub techno spectrum. Catalogued as SO001, the record arrives on 20 November 2026 and presents four solo productions that balance chugging grooves with emotive atmospheres, reflecting the label’s intention to issue the finest deep house and dub techno. St. Odes has already placed a handful of releases before this debut. Earlier in 2025 the label issued Sequenzmuzik LP 2x12″ (SO002) by Ben Oyefeso, followed by Ben Kaczor’s Sirene LP (SO004) and R.O.W.S.’ 6.05 LP 2x12″ (SO006) in 2026. A forthcoming compilation, Various Minds 002 (SO003), is listed without a confirmed date. Within this emerging roster, Various Minds 001 serves as a collaborative statement that introduces the label’s aesthetic through the two contributing producers. Side A opens with “Lb Honne – Eternal Mother”. The track unfolds as a steady, deep-house pulse that invites a gradual build, setting a contemplative mood that segues naturally into the next cut. “Ben Kaczor – Propeller” follows, delivering a slightly more kinetic rhythm while retaining the same deep-house undercurrent, offering DJs a smooth transition between introspective and forward-moving energy. The B-side continues the dialogue: “Ben Kaczor – Erde” deepens the atmosphere, emphasizing a dub-inflected texture that complements the preceding momentum. Closing the record, “Lb Honne – Father” provides an emotive dub techno finish, its resonant tones offering a reflective end-point that can be used to wind down a set or to launch into a more spacious mix. For Ben Kaczor, this release follows the recent Sirene LP on St. Odes (SO004) and a series of earlier outings on Dial Records, Small Steps and STÓLAR, demonstrating a continued focus on minimal yet expressive production. Lb Honne brings the experience of the 2026 Smallville Records 12-inch “Bruecke”, adding a complementary perspective that blends seamlessly with Kaczor’s approach. The four tracks together map a concise yet varied journey through the label’s core genres, reinforcing St. Odes’ commitment to deep, resonant dancefloor music. From a DJ’s perspective, the record offers two distinct yet compatible moods. The deep-house pair on side A works well for early-night grooves, while the dub-techno B-side provides a darker, more atmospheric texture suitable for late-hour sets. The sequencing allows for flexible mixing, whether the aim is to maintain a steady flow or to pivot between the two styles. Collectors will appreciate the clear division of each producer’s voice, making the vinyl a reference point for the label’s evolving sound. The release is pressed as a 12-inch vinyl, matching the format of the label’s earlier offerings and presenting the tracks in a straightforward, analog-friendly package. Ben Kaczor & Lb Honne – Various Minds 001, St. Odes, catalog SO001, 12-inch vinyl, four tracks. Tracklist: A1. Lb Honne – Eternal Mother A2. Ben Kaczor – Propeller A3. Ben Kaczor – Erde A4. Lb Honne – Father