This September, Codex reaches a major milestone with release number 300, and it comes from the label's founder, Spartaque. Just weeks after celebrating 10 years of Codex in June and 20 years of his own career in August, Spartaque delivers Red Strobe, a track that carries the weight of history and the drive of a new era.
Red Strobe was created as a tribute to Spartaque's roots, a nod to the raw, high-impact energy of the early 2000s, inspired by iconic tracks like The Drill. But it's also a forward-looking statement. With modern peak-time production and a stunning vocal that adds depth and emotion, the track bridges Spartaque's past and future. It's tough and hypnotic, yet melodic and atmospheric.
This is more than a release. It's a personal moment, a rare synergy of two timelines: 10 years of a label that helped shape the peak-time techno scene, and 20 years of an artist who built it brick by brick. Red Strobe stands as a sonic time capsule, a celebration of legacy and a powerful step into what's next.