BMSS Records

10.10.2025 BMSS Label Night: Freiburg | Germany

We’re excited to celebrate our debut at Crash Freiburg with another solid edition of our BMSS Label Nights. This journey will feature a versatile and dynamic lineup across two floors, bringing the full energy of BMSS Records to the dancefloor.

Mainfloor:

Sabretooth (BMSS) | Live 🇬🇧
ABS (Alexsoph vs Boom Shankar) 🇩🇪 🇪🇸 (BMSS)
E-Motion (BMSS) | Live
Frequenzkobold (EvoluTioN)

Side-Floor:

The Fraggle (Transition Festival Spain)
Astray (Bionic Pie Sounds)
Nagra (Ysono, Schepperfrequenz Rec.) | DJ & Live
EvoluTioN (Schepperfrequenz Rec.)

Decoration by: EvoluTioNic Decorations

We can’t wait to welcome our BMSS family back for another unforgettable night. See you on the dancefloor... 🔱

Event on Facebook | Club Site

Psytrance in Solidarity

The values our scene is built upon demand action!

It is inspiring to witness more of my fellow artists, DJs, promoters, and creatives coming together, recognizing the urgent need to show solidarity with and support for the people of Gaza.

This moment is defining for our community and scene!

Even though I pointed this out already a few times, let me be absolutely clear one more time: I unequivocally condemn the horrific atrocities committed by Hamas, and the violence against my fellow Trancers and innocent civilians at the Nova Festival. However, those barbaric actions can never be used to justify the war crimes and the catastrophic humanitarian disaster currently unfolding in Gaza.

As highlighted in the attached open letter, the Psytrance scene, which is founded on values of unity, peace, and transcendence, risks being shrouded in silence and complicity due to its close ties to Israel. This is unacceptable. We cannot stand by as Gaza is "devoured in an apocalyptic blaze," witnessing violations of human rights that are impossible to ignore.

The moment is here to speak up, and take a unified stand for humanity. It is essential that we unite and become part of the global movement challenging this destruction and mass displacement. Our dancefloor ritual demands more than just movement, it demands conscience. Uniting in solidarity against this unthinkable atrocity ensures we stand firmly on "the right side of history".

Hence, I ask every member of our global family to read this open letter:

https://openletter.earth/psytrance-in-solidarity-528f1d8e

If it resonates with your core values, join us. Sign it. Make your position known. Let us show the world that the psychedelic movement stands for justice, for humanity and the immediate end to this suffering.

If this stance contradicts your core values, you are free to ignore both this post and the open letter. Freedom of speech is a right I deeply value, and while a difference of opinion on this matter breaks my heart, I accept that everyone must follow their own conscience.

Thank you for your time, your reflection and hopefully for your support! 🙏 (Armin Boom Shankar)


The list already includes artists like Tron, Ankur, Simon Psypix, Jorine, OOOD, Slide / Loom, Kliment, Asimilon, Nibana, Act One, Saru, HypoGeo, Dsompa, Smoke Sign, Ethereal Decibel Festival, Elysium, Proxeeus, Solitary Shell, Basilisk, AchilleSehne, Miss Tekix, Hypnoise, Jumpstreet, Dr. Strangefunk, Gaspard, Ganeisha, Muiska, Kabayun, Psypien, Hugadam, Upavas, Owntrip, Val Vashar, Sephira, Phobos, Boom Shankar, Tribal Gathering, Bao, Kimmei, Buzz-T, WAO Festival, Dust, Govinda, Synthetic Chaos, Braingineers, Psibindi, Futurephonic, Misa Psicodelika, Midnight Sun Festival, Moon Tripper, The Quasars, Alpha, Phony Orphants, Fluoelf, Coral, TAS Visuals, Forestronika Festival, Julios Map, Triceradrops, Mutaliens / Contineum, Add Simeon, Return to the Source, Oxyflux, Hatta, Jay Lex, Triskele, Dragonfly Records, Liquid Sound Design, Earthling, Hypnoia, Purple Hexagon Records, Polly & Miazu, Braincell, Drops Festival, Abralabim, Rix, Liftshift and many more. Join us by signing the letter here.

European Festival Season Recap: Boom Shankar

As the European festival season slowly winds down, it`s time to reflect on the past few months. They were filled with incredible events, beautiful connections, and a sense of unity our scene may have been missing in previous years.

Despite some personal hardships this summer, the memories of these months shine brightly. While I unfortunately had to cancel a couple of gigs, I still had the privilege of playing at 16 festivals all across Europe.

It`s impossible to choose a favorite, so instead, I want to share a clip that represents the people I am most grateful for: you, the dancers on the dancefloor.

You are the reason I play music and the reason I love DJing: to make others dance, to bring them joy, to make them smile, and to help us all drop our issues, if only for a few days. The goal is to unite everyone in our ritual of trance, and when it works, the outcome is pure magic. This video from Okami Festival in France perfectly captures that special moment of unity through dance and trance.

I also want to use this post to thank everyone who participated in this festival season: the promoters, riggers, drivers, deco artists, visual artists, sound engineers, stage managers, artist care managers, cleaning crews, and everyone else who contributed their art, work, and energy to what we call a psychedelic trance gathering.

Thank you all from the bottom of my heart. It was an amazing summer, and I can`t wait to see you again, whether it`s indoors this winter or outdoors in Asia. Thank you for your support.

Best vibes and much love! ❤

Boom Shankar | September 2025

Straight to the charts: Did we leave the Engine on?

Just one day after its release, "Did we leave the Engine on?" by The Quasars has rocketed into the Beatport Psytrance charts at an incredible #7. This nocturnal epic features BMSS Records all-stars Mind Lab and Frosty Fennic, resulting in a proper and strong sonic family package.

Thank you to the Psytrance community for the incredible support! This release shows that our commitment to #keepingitholistic is paying off, as more people are embracing music that values artistic integrity over temporary trends.🏴‍☠️

"Did we leave the Engine on?" is currently available for streaming on SoundCloud and Spotify, and for purchase on Beatport. The release will also be available on Bandcamp in 2 weeks.

▶️ Download: Beatport
▶️ Listen: Soundcloud
▶️ Listen: Spotify

The Quasars, Mind Lab & Frosty Fennic - Did we leave the Engine on?

Extending their unique psychedelic narrative on their home label BMSS, The Quasars present three slabs of phat, funky and unapologetically experimental Psytrance with the "Did We Leave the Engine On?" EP.

The international group of producers take the listener on their telltale winding and psychoactive journey - so relentlessly that in fact they question whether they have left their creative motors running in the process! Boosted by expert production input from two of BMSS`s longstanding producers Mind Lab and Frosty Fennic, this fast-and-funky EP is a veritable ode to the BMSS family spirit and sound!

Tracklist:

01: The Quasars - Did we leave the Engine on?
02: The Quasars & Mind Lab - Level of Existence
03: The Quasars & Frosty Fennic - The great ruminating Mystery

Mastering: Plus Six Mastering
Design: Sketch inc.

Release date:

05.09.25 via Beatport & Spotify and 19.09.25 via Bandcamp

Fohat feat. Jimi Green - Dancing Elves (EP)

Fohat`s "Dancing Elves" EP is a high-energy Psytrance journey that captures the enchanting duality between light and shadow. Fusing Psychedelic Forest vibes with a rolling Full On drive, the tracks channel the mystical presence of elves - beings of love, spirit, and ancient magic - dancing their way through the darker realms of the night.

Featuring a collaboration with Looney Moon`s expert producer Jimi Green, the EP generates a sense of profound sonic contrast: the deep, driving beats of the nocturnal world fusing with ethereal melodies that hint at light, mischief, and healing energy.

"Dancing Elves" is ultimately a celebration of movement, mystery, and the mystical power of love.

Tracklist:

01: Fohat feat. Jimi Green - Tonight we get evil
02: Fohat - Dancing Elves

Mastering: Green Studios
Design: Sketch inc.

Release date:

29.08.25 via Beatport & Spotify and 12.09.25 via Bandcamp

Soul Reveal in the Top 10

"Soul Reveal", the debut album of our French Powerhouse The Trancemancer has smashed into the Beatport Psytrance charts at #4, just a few days after its release!

A massive thanx to the Psytrance community for supporting this release and our commitment to #keepingitholistic. This achievement reflects a growing appreciation for music that prioritizes artistic integrity over fleeting trends.🏴‍☠️

"Soul Reveal" is currently available for streaming on SoundCloud and Spotify, and for purchase on Beatport. The release will also be available on Bandcamp next week.

▶️ Download: Beatport
▶️ Listen: Soundcloud
▶️ Listen: Spotify

Up next: The Quasars team up with Mind Lab and Frosty Fennic for an epic nocturnal 3-tracker...

The Trancemancer - Soul Reveal (Album)

French studio visionary The Trancemancer presents his formidable debut album, "Soul Reveal" on his home label BMSS Records.

Like a blueprint for reality itself, the album pulses with intricate patterns, spiralling synths and razor-sharp grooves. Somewhere between order and chaos, harmony and hallucination - a dark, experimental and genre-boundary-breaking sonic tale emerges that will chisel an imprint on your inner consciousness.

With BPMs ranging from 145 to 148, the album progresses from a playful FM-twinged sound to an all-consuming Full On Twilight and Psytrance vibe - always with a hint of Goa Trance. From "Reveal Mind" to "Scared Geometry", each track unfolds like a fever dream, where crystalline textures dissolve into shadowy depths - leaving listeners suspended between transcendence and unease.

"Soul Reveal" is a somber sonic statement - an austere auditory watermark - unveiling the Trancemancer`s masterful and imperious touch.

Tracklist:

01: The Trancemancer - Soul Reveal
02: The Trancemancer - Time Travel
03: The Trancemancer - Sacred Geometry
04: The Trancemancer - Wave of Light
05: The Trancemancer - Energy
06: The Trancemancer - Destiny
07: The Trancemancer - Beetlejuice
08: The Trancemancer - Lucid Dream

Mastering: Plus Six Mastering
Design: Sketch inc.

Release date:

22.08.25 via Beatport & Spotify and 05.09.25 via Bandcamp

LOUD Interview with Boom Shankar

I rarely give interviews because most questions are either boring or irrelevant. The last offer I received was from a print magazine that had a wide range of questions, circling topics like my favorite color, who I"d want to be for a day, my favorite bird, or my favorite way to die (lmao).

"Surprisingly", I rejected the offer, even though it was tempting, and sent them an updated list of questions I would actually love to answer, such as:

"What do you think about the tendency of social media dominance and presence over actual performances and the real person behind the "product"?" or "What do you believe makes the Psytrance genre resonate across different cultures?" and something more recent "Regarding the current turmoil and conflicts of global politics, how does this impact our scene, and what"s your approach of dealing with this?"

I never heard back from them...

However, a few weeks ago at Ethereal Decibel Festival in France, a guy from LOUD Media approached me for an interview. After an initial check of his questions and a look at his previous work, I confirmed my participation, and here is the outcome.

We did not reach the level of questions I mentioned above, but still crossed some very interesting topics: I spoke about the underground free party scene versus commercialized major events, the role of a label manager and their duty to discover and support emerging artists, and other topics I found genuinely interesting to contribute my knowledge and point of view to.

I hope this resonates with you as well so that you enjoy this conversation!

(Boom Shankar, August 2025)

Out next: The Trancemancer - Soul Reveal (Album)

French studio visionary The Trancemancer presents his formidable debut album, "Soul Reveal" on his home label BMSS Records.

Like a blueprint for reality itself, the album pulses with intricate patterns, spiralling synths and razor-sharp grooves. Somewhere between order and chaos, harmony and hallucination - a dark, experimental and genre-boundary-breaking sonic tale emerges that will chisel an imprint on your inner consciousness.

With BPMs ranging from 145 to 148, the album progresses from a playful FM-twinged sound to an all-consuming Full On Twilight and Psytrance vibe - always with a hint of Goa Trance. From "Reveal Mind" to "Scared Geometry", each track unfolds like a fever dream, where crystalline textures dissolve into shadowy depths - leaving listeners suspended between transcendence and unease.

"Soul Reveal" is a somber sonic statement - an austere auditory watermark - unveiling the Trancemancer`s masterful and imperious touch.

Mastering: Plus Six Mastering | Design: Sketch inc.

Release dates: 22.08.25 via Beatport & Spotify and 05.09.25 via Bandcamp

Check out the teaser of the first album track below. More coming in the following days...