At MUZAI Records, the EP has always been more than a stepping stone between single and album—it’s a distinct format that lets artists take risks, explore a focused idea, or simply blow off steam without the weight of a full-length. Our EP catalogue reflects that spirit: noisy, strange, and wonderfully unpredictable. From fractured electronic collages to raw punk bursts, these releases capture moments that might never fit on a traditional album, and we’re proud to give them a home.

MURINA – STUFF GALORE

MURINA’s Stuff Galore is a dense, playful collection that defies easy categorization. Across its tracks, the project stitches together fragments of glitch, ambient drift, and off-kilter rhythms, as if the artist emptied a drawer full of sonic curiosities and arranged them into a coherent—though intentionally lopsided—whole. The EP’s title is a fitting description: there’s a glut of ideas here, each one given just enough room to breathe before the next one tumbles in.

What makes Stuff Galore work is its refusal to settle. One moment you’re in a haze of warm synth pads, the next a brittle beat cuts through and pulls the floor away. It’s the kind of release that rewards repeat listens, not because it’s difficult, but because there’s always another detail hiding in the mix. For fans of leftfield electronic music, this is a treasure trove.

“Stuff Galore is a junk drawer of beautiful noise—every track a small, strange gift.”

PREVIEW – FADOHT – AXONAL FIRING SQUID

PREVIEW’s FADOHT – Axonal Firing Squid is a wild, synapse-frying trip through experimental electronics. The title alone suggests something biological and electric, and the music delivers: squelching basslines, rapid-fire percussion, and vocal samples twisted beyond recognition. It’s an EP that feels alive, like a creature made of wires and static, twitching in time to its own irregular pulse.

The release is notable for its density—there’s barely a moment of silence across its runtime. Instead, PREVIEW layers texture upon texture, creating a wall of sound that’s both claustrophobic and exhilarating. It’s not for the faint of heart, but those who dive in will find a meticulously constructed chaos that holds together far better than it has any right to.

FRIGGEN – NAIV. SUPER.

FRIGGEN’s Naiv. Super. is a different beast entirely—a raw, lo-fi burst of punk energy that sounds like it was recorded in a basement on a four-track, because it probably was. The EP’s title, with its period-stunted words, hints at a kind of deliberate naivety, but the music is anything but innocent. Guitars snarl, drums crash, and vocals are shouted with a desperate urgency that’s impossible to fake.

There’s a charming roughness to Naiv. Super. that feels increasingly rare in an age of polished production. These songs sound like they could fall apart at any second, and that’s exactly the point. It’s a snapshot of a band not overthinking anything, just plugging in and letting it rip. For anyone who misses the days when punk was about energy over perfection, this EP is a must-listen.

FLOGGING A DEAD ONE HORSE TOWN – 11/1/19

Flogging a Dead One Horse Town – 11/1/19 is a curious artifact, a live document that captures a band in full flight on a specific night. The title’s date stamps it as a moment in time, and the recording preserves all the rough edges of a live show: the room’s acoustics, the crowd’s murmur, the slight imperfections that make a performance human. It’s not a polished studio EP, but it was never meant to be.

What stands out here is the band’s interplay—the way they push and pull at the songs, stretching some sections and barreling through others. The setlist draws from their broader catalogue, but these versions feel looser, more dangerous. It’s a release for the devoted fan who wants to relive a particular evening, or for the newcomer curious about how this band operates outside the safety of a studio.

• Live energy captured raw and unedited
• A snapshot of a specific performance on November 1, 2019
• Features extended jams and spontaneous moments

The EP as a Format at MUZAI

Why do we love EPs? Because they allow for experimentation without the pressure of a grand statement. An album demands cohesion, a narrative arc; a single demands immediacy. An EP can be a sketchbook, a testing ground, or a love letter to a single idea. Many of our artists have used the format to explore side projects or to bridge the gap between major releases, and the results are often some of our most exciting work.

These four releases—Stuff Galore, FADOHT – Axonal Firing Squid, Naiv. Super., and Flogging a Dead One Horse Town – 11/1/19—each use the EP format differently, yet they all share a willingness to take risks. That’s what we look for at MUZAI: music that doesn’t play it safe, whether it’s a meticulously constructed electronic opus or a ragged live recording. If you’re new to our catalogue, these EPs are a perfect introduction to our ethos.

Explore More Releases

If you’ve enjoyed these EPs, be sure to check out our Album Releases and Single Releases for more from the MUZAI family. We’re constantly adding new music, so there’s always something fresh to discover.

For those interested in the weirder corners of our catalogue, we recommend diving into DUHKQUNT – SPACE COMMUNION or DUHKQUNT – REUBEN S, both of which share the adventurous spirit of our EP releases. And if you want to stay up to date, keep an eye on our Albums and Singles pages for the latest drops.