KIKI — 12 W/ D' Julz (vinyl-only Release)

Kiki – 12 w/ D' Julz (Vinyl-Only Release) arrives on Tenampa Recordings as catalog TENA131, a 12-inch tech-house vinyl that pairs the producer’s hypnotic aesthetic with a fresh take from D'Julz. Limited to 300 copies, the record showcases Tenampa’s ongoing dedication to exclusive, vinyl-focused output and features artwork by Mexican visual artist Manuel Cetina, known as el_stitch. Within Tenampa’s recent run, TENA131 follows the earlier releases of Sasse’s “Chordal Motion EP” (TENA128, 2026) and Sascha Dive’s “A Relative Thing” (TENA127, 2025), while the label’s 2025 entry from Dachshund also precedes it. The placement underscores the label’s commitment to deep, groove-laden techno and house, and positions Kiki’s contribution as a continuation of that aesthetic thread. Side A opens with “A 12:”, a track that immediately establishes a rolling, hypnotic groove characteristic of Kiki’s output, setting a steady pulse that invites seamless mixing into the second cut. “B 12: (D' Julz Remix)” reinterprets the original with D'Julz’s signature extra swing and movement, preserving the underlying hypnotic feel while injecting a more pronounced groove that enhances its club viability. The remix functions as a bridge between the minimal ambience of the opener and the more melodic closing statement. Closing side A, “c Contours”, offers a subtle shift in texture, expanding the record’s tonal palette while maintaining the driving tech-house rhythm, providing DJs with a versatile tool for both peak-time and more nuanced set moments. For Kiki, this release follows the 2025 Rawax Records 12-inch “Kiki presents Dieter Schmidt – Morse From The Cold War” (RX14), reinforcing a pattern of collaborations that highlight the producer’s ability to adapt his hypnotic style across different label contexts. The addition of D'Julz’s remix further demonstrates Kiki’s openness to reinterpretation, a hallmark of his catalog. In the broader underground scene, the record exemplifies the current appetite for tightly crafted, limited-edition tech-house that balances hypnotic depth with dancefloor momentum. Its concise three-track format offers a focused listening experience while delivering enough variation to keep a set dynamic. From a DJ’s perspective, the record is valuable for its clean, groove-centric construction. “A 12:” works as a warm-up or transition piece, the D'Julz remix supplies a more energetic peak-time option, and “c Contours” can be layered into deeper moments of a set. Collectors will also appreciate the exclusive artwork and the scarcity of the pressing, which together create a distinctive addition to any serious vinyl library. The release is pressed on 12-inch vinyl, limited to 300 copies worldwide and issued exclusively in that format, aligning with Tenampa’s focus on tangible, collector-oriented products. Kiki – 12 w/ D' Julz (Vinyl-Only Release), Tenampa Recordings, catalog TENA131, 12-inch vinyl, three tracks. Tracklist: A1. Kiki – A 12: A2. Kiki – B 12: (D' Julz Remix) A3. Kiki – c Contours