STEVE STOLL, CARI LEKEBUSCH — Out Of Pocket

Steve Stoll & Cari Lekebusch – Out Of Pocket The collaboration between Steve Stoll and Cari Lekebusch lands on Sonic Groove as SG26109, a 12-inch vinyl that stakes a claim in contemporary techno. Released on 20 November 2026, the EP arrives in a stickered sleeve and positions two veteran producers as a decisive counterpoint to formulaic trends on the underground dance floor. The pairing of New York minimalism with Swedish sound design promises a focused, uncompromising statement. Within Sonic Groove’s 2026 output, Out Of Pocket follows a string of releases that have reinforced the label’s forward-looking ethos. Earlier in the year the catalogue saw Bryan Zentz’s Barada Trax 7 (SG25100), Cat 1’s “Revolution / Axion (Adam X Kick Induced Edits)” (SGOG-01), and Realmz’s LP “Tangible Mental Architecture” (SG26108). Damon Wild’s “Chaos Theatre Mini LP” (SG26107) and Steve Stoll’s own “Evolución Ácida ‘Mini LP’” (SG26106) also precede this issue, mapping a trajectory of experimental club music that the new EP continues. Side A opens with “St Out Of Pocket”, a track that immediately asserts the record’s kinetic intent. Its placement sets a tone of relentless drive that feeds directly into the B-side, where “St 7K” and “St Known Associates” maintain the momentum while exploring subtle shifts in texture. The three cuts together form a concise narrative: a high-energy entry, a brief interlude that deepens the groove, and a closing statement that consolidates the EP’s techno focus. The sequencing respects the dancefloor logic of building tension and delivering release without unnecessary ornamentation. Steve Stoll’s recent “Evolución Ácida ‘Mini LP’” on the same label demonstrated a penchant for stripped-back structures, a trait that resurfaces here in a more collaborative guise. Cari Lekebusch, whose “Tant Grön, Tant Brun & Tant Gredelin” (Grab The Groove, 2025) and “XYZ LP” (Mind Medizin, 2025) showcased a deft handling of melodic undercurrents within techno, brings a complementary sensibility to the partnership. Their combined experience yields a record that feels both familiar to long-time followers and fresh in its joint execution. Out Of Pocket occupies a distinct niche in the artists’ discographies. For Stoll, the EP follows a year of solo output on Sonic Groove, extending a trajectory of minimalist rigor. For Lekebusch, it represents a return to the label after a series of releases on other imprints, re-engaging with the Swedish techno lineage that has long informed the label’s aesthetic. The record’s concise three-track format underscores a focus on quality over quantity, a choice that resonates with collectors who value tight, purpose-driven pressings. From a DJ’s perspective, the EP offers immediate utility. “St Out Of Pocket” works as a powerful opener or peak-time thrust, its drive suited to the moment when a set demands a surge of energy. “St 7K” provides a slightly more restrained groove, ideal for transitions or for layering with percussive elements. “St Known Associates” closes the offering with a steady pulse that can serve as a bridge into deeper or more atmospheric material. The vinyl’s format ensures warm, analog fidelity, a characteristic prized by vinyl-oriented DJs seeking tactile control. The release is pressed as a 12-inch vinyl with a stickered sleeve, aligning with Sonic Groove’s consistent presentation of its 2026 catalogue. The physical package complements the music’s straightforward approach, offering a straightforward, no-frills medium that lets the tracks speak for themselves. Steve Stoll & Cari Lekebusch – Out Of Pocket, Sonic Groove SG26109, 12-inch vinyl, three tracks. Tracklist: A1. Steve Stoll & Cari Lekebusch – St Out Of Pocket B1. Steve Stoll & Cari Lekebusch – St 7K B2. Steve Stoll & Cari Lekebusch – St Known Associates