Who would have thought that, when Oliver Koletzki released his ‘Blackout’ EP as SVT001 almost eight years ago, Stil vor Talent would reach the catalogue number 100? With our 100th release, we can look back on lots of fantastic music, music by artists who have become part of a close-knit family of friends. On the surprising and unexpected, as well as a signature sound in constant development. Here, on the first of two vinyl releases we showcase some of the highlights of ‘Oliver Koletzki Presents Stil vor Talent 100’.

Classy and understated, Sascha Braemer shines on ‘Need Someone’ featuring Stevo, a laidback, subtle and utterly beautiful track on the A-side. With ‘Thinking About You’, Kellerkind then provides a fine nu disco bomb that re-contextualizes classic strings and harmonies in a contemporary framework, while focusing on his trademark sound and a catchy vocal sample.

Staying true to our philosophy, we also warmly welcome some new faces to the family. The Berlin-based duo of Marlon Hoffstadt & HRRSN kick off the flip side with the positively poppy ‘Once Again’, on which HRRSN’s vocals make for a definite highlight. Last but not least and heavily anticipated, 17-year-old Jonas Mantey’s ‘Sie ist Schön’ exemplifies an impressive command over melody and arrangement – emotionally charged, tearjerkingly beautiful.

Catalogue number: SVT103