EP Volume Three by Various: A Hidden Electro Gem from Italy
Man, if you’re into those late-night vibes where the beat just takes over, EP Volume Three is one of those records that sneaks up on you. Released back in 2008 on Takuma Records, this Italian-born electronic project blends electro and house with a kind of raw energy that feels like it was made for smoky underground clubs—or maybe your headphones at 3 AM when the world feels too quiet.
Let’s talk tracks. First off, “Equinoxe.” Oh man, this one hits different. It starts with this hypnotic synth line that feels like staring at stars through cracked glass. The rhythm builds slow but steady, pulling you in until you're completely lost in it. There's something about how the layers stack up—it’s not perfect, not overly polished, but that’s what makes it stick. You can tell whoever crafted this wasn’t trying to follow trends; they were chasing a feeling. And damn, did they catch it.
Then there’s “She Likes That V.M. 18 Mix,” which is straight fire. This track has this naughty, playful edge to it, like someone whispering secrets in your ear while the bassline throbs underneath. The vocal chops are chopped just right—not too much, not too little—and the groove locks you in tight. I remember hearing this for the first time and thinking, “Whoa, okay, THIS is why people lose their minds over Italian house music.”
The other tunes—“Stardust Discoteque” and “Danger”—are solid too, don’t get me wrong. They’ve got that classic electro bounce, the kind that makes your shoulders move even if you’re just sitting still. But honestly, those two tracks I mentioned? They’re the ones I keep coming back to. Like an old friend who always knows how to cheer you up.
You know what’s wild though? For all its thumping beats and shiny synths, EP Volume Three feels kinda forgotten now. Back in ’08, it probably slipped under the radar for most folks outside Italy. But here we are, years later, and these songs still feel alive. Maybe that’s the magic of good electronic music—it doesn’t age. Or maybe Takuma Records knew exactly what they were doing when they put this out. Either way, it’s worth digging up.
So yeah, next time you’re scrolling through Spotify or Bandcamp, give this one a shot. It might not change your life, but it’ll definitely make your night better. Just don’t blame me if you end up dancing alone in your kitchen.
