Soupherb’s 200th release is a 2-part compilation celebrating 12 years

Indian label Soupherb marks 12 years in the game with a milestone release: '200+', a two-part compilation celebrating their 200th release.

Across 21 tracks, the imprint co-founded by Ash Roy and Calm Chor enlists past contributors and artists that shaped their signature "soupherbness", delivering a collection primed for India’s (and any) dancefoo.

Dark, brooding soundscapes and evocative, gut-punching production form the backbone of the release, all rooted in techno with a touch of Goa-tinged psychedelia for late-night sessions.

‘Part 1’ highlights the label’s refined yet uncompromising aesthetic.

A singular track is Jitter's ‘Flowstate’, which treads the more mellow and approachable end of the spectrum while maintaining an undeniable alertness. Crisp, ear-catching percussion sets the pace, gradually layering into a hypnotic build-up before culminating in an euphoric finale.

Read this next: Phantom Limb revives DD. Records’ 1985 cult compilation ‘Disk Musik’

‘Part 2’ takes a different approach, reflecting India’s deep-rooted reverence for divine feminine power by spotlighting nine female artists. Each producer brings their own mark on the release, showcasing a wide spectrum of styles and energy.

Two standouts include Ayesha Pramanik’s entrancing, percussion-driven cut, which leans into a more hypnotic, subdued sound, and Melanie Massa’s infectiously undeniable club cut.

Read this next: Qilla Records marks 100th release with 35-track masterpiece, 'Chakravyūh'

Despite the breadth of styles on display, '200+ Part 1' and '200+ Part 2' feel remarkably cohesive—an impressive feat for a double compilation.

The release encapsulates Soupherb’s evolution over the past 12 years, spanning everything from house-inflected grooves to relentless techno, hypnotic rollers to sample-heavy psy.

Listen to ‘Part 1’ here and ‘Part 2’ here.

Henry Cooper is a Writer at Mixmag Asia. Follow him on Instagram.

Cut through the noise—sign up for our weekly Scene Report or follow us on Instagram to get the latest from Asia and the Asian diaspora!