About Release
Various – Discipline Of Time Vol 1 LP marks the 20th outing of SECRET SOCIETY CHILE, catalogue SCRTC020, issued as a 3×12-inch vinyl set. The triple-album compilation arrives at the start of 2027 and gathers minimal house, tech house and techno-house tracks that celebrate a decade of the label’s underground presence. Its ambition lies in the six sides of tightly curated beats that span from lithe dub-tech twists to sparse Villalobos-era minimalism.
Within the SCRTC series this release follows SCRTC019 “2shy4 EP” by Volkan Akin (2026) and SCRTC018 “Bodywash EP” by Ewan Jansen (2026), while preceding the label’s later output yet to be announced. The recent “The Brujo EP” (SCRTC017, 2025) and “Drag-o Mir EP” (SCRTC016, 2025) show the label’s habit of pairing established names with emerging talent, a practice continued here with a diverse roster that includes both veterans and newcomers.
Side A opens with Delphie’s “Aca Sud”, a track the label describes as a “lithe, bendy, liquid minimal dub tech twister”. Its fluid groove sets a spacious tone that eases the listener into the compilation’s rhythmic narrative. The second cut, “Badass (Move D remix – vinyl version)” by Faked Info, sustains the momentum with a darker, more driving texture that contrasts the opening fluidity while keeping the minimal aesthetic intact.
Side B continues the journey with Volkan Akin’s “Amour Fou”, a piece that leans into the label’s penchant for hypnotic repetition, followed by Lawrence’s “Trippy”, which adds a subtle, swirling ambience that bridges the two sides. Both tracks maintain the understated swing that characterises the record’s core.
Side C presents Jichael Mackson’s “Elegant”, a refined composition that underscores the compilation’s emphasis on sleek, dancefloor-ready structures. Gari Romalis contributes “InterCeptio (2049 mix)”, a forward-looking cut that hints at futuristic timbres while staying rooted in the minimal house framework.
Marceline’s “Sale Jugando” on side D is highlighted by the label as “airy, dubby space tech”. Its breathy atmosphere offers a moment of lift, leading into Xandru’s “Lasati”, which reinforces the set’s rhythmic cohesion with a steady, propulsive pulse.
Side E delivers Rh cher’s “Gwen (Edward Desert version)”, described as “a weird late-night ritual with paranoid voices belting in from the edges”. The track’s unsettling vocal fragments create a nocturnal tension that works well for late-hour sets. The final side closes with Rhadoo’s “Atlantida First”, a “classic Villalobos-era minimal gem” praised for its sparse arrangement, warped lines and abstract effects. Its restrained construction provides a perfect outro, allowing DJs to segue into deeper, more introspective moments.
The compilation situates itself as a snapshot of SECRET SOCIETY CHILE’s evolving aesthetic, linking earlier releases such as the “Rolling Out EP” by Marceline (SCRTC015, 2024) with the current roster of artists. By juxtaposing seasoned producers with fresh voices, the record reflects the label’s ongoing dialogue between past and future within the minimal and tech house spectrum.
For DJs, the record offers a toolbox of tracks that can be deployed across a range of set moments. Delphie’s opening cut works as a warm-up layer, while “Badass” and “Amour Fou” provide deeper groove for mid-set peaks. “Sale Jugando” and “Gwen” are suited to twilight transitions, and “Atlantida First” supplies a clean, minimal closing statement or a bridge into more experimental territory. Collectors will appreciate the three-disc format that showcases the label’s curatorial breadth and the tactile experience of handling a substantial vinyl set.
The release is presented as a 3×12-inch vinyl package, aligning with the label’s tradition of delivering substantial, format-focused statements. The physical presentation reinforces the weight of the compilation’s concept without relying on gimmickry.
In summary, Various – Discipline Of Time Vol 1 LP, SECRET SOCIETY CHILE, catalogue SCRTC020, 3×12-inch vinyl, delivers six sides of minimal, tech-oriented house that both reflects the label’s decade-long underground pedigree and points toward its future direction.
Tracklist:
A1. Delphie – Aca Sud
A2. Faked Info – Badass (Move D remix - vinyl version)
B1. Volkan Akin – Amour Fou
B2. Lawrence – Trippy
C1. Jichael Mackson – Elegant
C2. Gari Romalis – InterCeptio (2049 mix)
D1. Marceline – Sale Jugando
D2. Xandru – Lasati
E1. Rh Cher – Gwen (Edward Desert version)
F1. Rhadoo – Atlantida First