Darksome Notes

🌑 Russian techno producer blending dark minimal textures with global underground energy. Founder of Thunderstruck Records. 🚀

Darksome Notes is the alias of Russian producer Maxim Moskalenko, based in the coastal town of Gelendzhik. Active in the techno scene since 2009, he debuted with the release *Small Penny* in 2010, which marked the beginning of a steady output of dark minimal techno productions. His style is rooted in deep, hypnotic grooves and stripped-back rhythmic structures, often leaning toward the darker edges of minimal techno.

Over the past decade, Moskalenko has released on a variety of underground labels, including Thunderstruck Records — which he founded to unite techno artists across Russia and beyond — as well as Warbeats Records, Plastic Robots, and Techgnosis Records. His work has appeared on several high-profile compilations such as *Techno Titans Vol. 16* and *Nothing But Land VA III*, alongside artists like Teenage Mutants, Lady Wise, and Mauro Vega.

While not widely profiled in mainstream press, Darksome Notes has built a reputation through consistent releases and collaborations with artists like Maksim Dark and Arturo (RU). His tracks have been featured on platforms like Beatport and included in curated label showcases.

• * '2010' – Small Penny – Thunderstruck Records
• * '2024' – Speak With Bong (Remixes) – Warbeats Records
• * '2024' – Double Drop (with Maksim Dark) – Thunderstruck Records
• * '2024' – Wetland Power Saver – Thunderstruck Records
• * '2024' – Best of 2024 (VA) – Warbeats Records

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Darksome Notes is the founder of Thunderstruck Records, a Russian techno label focused on dark minimal and underground sounds. No verified social media or press kit links were found.

* [Beatport Artist Page – Darksome Notes](https://www.beatport.com/artist/darksome-notes/188314)