Release Type: PMG Tanz Digital

Goran Stefanovski once shared in a lecture that theatre serves as a distorted mirror of reality – a medium that magnifies and amplifies the messages we wish to share with the world. The most effective way to achieve this, he said, is by borrowing from writers greater than ourselves and from the raw material of life.

Marta Verina is a play that has taken every line directly from reality. It peers through a keyhole, offering glimpses into life behind closed doors. At times, it ventures so deeply into uncomfortable intimacy that it compels us to confront truths we’d rather avoid. The characters in this play are familiar—they are people we encounter every day, people we love, loathe, or simply observe. Yet, they are far from caricatures of good or evil. Instead, they embody the full spectrum of humanity: flawed, complex, and contradictory. They are, at once, profoundly right and profoundly wrong.

In Marta Verina, the characters gradually strip away the defenses they have built to protect themselves from the world’s harshness. What remains is an unfiltered view of who we truly are when we dare to look honestly at ourselves. The play invites us to confront this distorted mirror, where our imperfections are magnified—but so too is our humanity.

Marta Verina is a play about people—men, women, and children—and the profound ways our actions ripple through the lives of those closest to us. At its heart, however, it is a story about love. Inspired by the timeless poetry of Aco Shopov, the play weaves a connection between past and present, reminding us that the core of human experience remains unchanged. Poems penned over half a century ago resonate with the same immediacy today, capturing the essence of characters who exist not just in the here and now, but everywhere and always. Through the familiar words we hear and speak every day, Marta Verina explores those pivotal moments in life when words fall short. As Marta herself might say: “When people fall in love, drift apart, or say goodbye, it’s never really about the words.”

Dragana Lukan Nikoloski 

Written, mixed, and produced by Andreja Salpe, except Vežbaj and Otrov, which were composed by Oliver Mitkovski. The lyrics for all songs are by Aco Šopov, except for tracks 7 and 9.

Saxophone on Nebidnina (Jazzy Version) by Vasko Bojadžiski.
Spoken word by Oliver Mitkovski.

Tam-Tam, Nebidnina, Vežbaj, Tišina, and Otrov mastered by Goran Kan.
Izsemnina, Nebidnina (Jazzy Version), Pofonova Poraka, and Entry mastered by Vladan Drobicki.

A co-production between the Macedonian National Theatre and Peripetija Production.
Premiered on 8 November 2024.

PMG Tanz Digital presents a new split release of our notable producer Andreja Salpe joining the upcoming creative force of Ljuben Deriban aka L.O.V.D, welcomed with its first release on the label.

Andreja Salpe is known for his creativity and unique sound in making electronic music that echoes the modern dance floor groove. His track ‘Ice Cold’ leads us to a realm of groovy techno bits electrified with guitar riffs and tribal motions.

L.O.V.D is the imminent producer who doesn’t hesitate to play live and when performing brings the best to the audience. Active for some time, he gradually builds his distinctive sound. His track ‘Human Condition’ is a proper downtempo techno tune with a generic voice overflowing the rhythm and filling the atmosphere.

We are happy this release has remixes by two young and talented producers.
‘Ice Cold’ remix by Undefined Pattern drives us to a hypnotic atmosphere of industrial underground techno. He is one of the producers modelling the emerging modern Mexican electronic music. ‘Human Conditions’ remix by the uprising Lithuanian producer thelastsunday reveals the song in a more minimalistic way with an increased dynamic that creates a danceable ambience.

EnjoY!

‘ти си најдоброто нешто во мојот живот последниве две години’ ; ‘you’ve been the best part of my life for the past two years’

Feel the pulse of ‘Bikini’ a rhythmic, electrifying blend of poetry and beats that’ll get your body moving while picturing your love in a bikini. This fresh new single from POETRONIKA – where Oliver Mitkovski’s distinct vocals collide with Andreja Salpe’s electronic soundscapes – has a whole vibe.
Released by PMG Tanz Digital, this is their first single since their debut album dropped on PMGJazz. ‘Bikini’ is based on a poem by Marko Petrushevski and reimagined through the unique lens of POETRONIKA, a groundbreaking fusion of Macedonian poetry and contemporary electronic music. This isn’t just poetry, it’s a sonic experience, spanning generations of Macedonian poets from post-WWII to today, and it breaks all the previous rules of what poetry and music should be.

Want more of this magic? Head to PMGJazz’s Bandcamp and grab the album: POETRONIKA |
Andreja Salpe, Oliver Mitkovski | PMGJazz

credits >>>
the lyrics is based on a poem by Marko Petrushevski;
spoken words by Oliver Mitkovski;
written, mixed and produced by Andreja Salpe;
arranged by Andreja Salpe;
mastered by Vladan Drobicki;
artwork by Violeta Kachakova

PMG Tanz Digital 5th Anniversary: ANDREJA SALPE xx DJ set

it is all about the music; it was always about the music

Andreja Salpe xx DJ set recorded live on PMG Tanz Digital 5th anniversary in the P_inn venue at the Old Skopje Bazaar.

Some pioneer and visionary attempts to produce Macedonian electronic music emerged in the last century of 90s. Accompanied by the clubbing culture strongly influenced by
the PMG Collective work and more structurally organized since 1998 by PMG Recordings label, the genuine Macedonian electronic music scene emerged, continued and enlarged
through the years since nowadays.’

Aiming to register and promote the best coming of the scene as authentic Macedonian electronic music production with distinguished quality and character, Mirko Popov and Andreja Salpe, in 2019, launched PMG Tanz Digital label. With 23 releases and numerous clubbing and promo events, PMG Tanz Digital celebrated its 5th anniversary on August 10 in the P_inn venue at the Old Skopje Bazaar.

A sonic rebirth of clubby nights. ‘Mdnght’ is the essence of after-hours magic – raw, cutting edge and unapologetically cool. Kerkez, as well as Andreja Salpe, strips it back to the essentials. no sugar. no fluff. A sharp edge wrapped in effortless style, impossible to ignore. Take it!

Two years after the original shook the Macedonian electronic
scene, we’re thrilled to announce POETRONIKA | Remixes, a
compelling reimagining of the groundbreaking Andreja Salpe and
Oliver Mitkovski’s project. PMG Tanz Digital serves up again a
fresh wave of eclectic grooves, designed for discerning DJs and
born in the vibrant underground of Skopje. It’s a testament to
pushing creative boundaries and keeping the dancefloor alive with
depth and meaning. Get ready to dive in this dynamic journey!

This one is all about history, spirituality and of course the dancefloor. This music is a gentle touch upon a moment in time, where all the good stuff crossed-over and our local (Skopje, Macedonia) electronic dance scene climbed few steps up, along with the quality of our lives. Metrorpol(i) is a medal of highest order to all of us here, no matter when and if we’re born. It is a birth of an idea that transcends generations and brings a higher state of consciousness to thee loud minority that PMG Tanz Digital represents.

Andreja Salpe delivers large with this release. Metropoli is an ultimate atmosphere dance floor setter for any possible dj that stands his ground in quality. Impeccable groove, minimal and wise use of melody that NODS TO THEE GODS 🙂 and evergrowing joy of life… Do you need more, because there is more. Go!

Written, produced and mastered by Andreja Salpe;
Pads in ‘metropoli’ originally from Galatheia’s ‘Metropol’;

On the first glance it doesn’t strike you as a club orientated track, but it is a true revelation for your dj set. If you need to set up a mood, beautiful and groovie, this one is cut just for that. You will be surprised in the bestest way 🙂
This music is full of deep, hypnotic and beautiful electronic soundscapes inspired by human relations. Perfect tunes for those who wanna dive inward. get it. NO, GET IT!

Written and produced by Andreja Salpe over the last two years;
‘A Message’ features the words and voice of Galatheia, recorded at Deep Purple Club;
Mastered by Sinisha Evtimov and Mirko Popov at Shupa, summer 2023;
Cover art by Andreja Salpe;

One of the greatest hits of the Macedonian musical 20th century. Original version out in 2003, it conquered the hearts and minds of the Macedonian club goers and radio friendly stuff. The first single and also hit for the controversial PMG Kolektiv. They revisit and of course re make this lovely number some 20 years after, only to find the young lady more or less on the same page where they left her. Jokes on the side, this is a great tune for those moments when people have fun. Very Moroderesque, very club friendly affair. Get it. Fast.

Written by Mirko Popov and Goran Atanasovski
Lyrics by Mirko Popov
2023 version produced, mixed and mastered by Mirko Popov and Sinisha Evtimov
Brass on 2 Vladan Drobicki
Bass on 3 Aleksandar Gavrovski

Macedonia: an empire as old as thee Universe itself.
A sonic dominion.
Constantly on the march.

Kanton6, thee messengers of Makedon,
ON the GO again.
This one’s for serious djs only.
You know who you are.

Written by Mirko Popov
Produced and mastered by Mirko Popov and Sinisha Evtimov at Shupa 2022
Vladan Drobicki plays trombone on Jazzus Version
Contains a sample from VVVV by Bambounou
Sleeve design by Mirko Popov and Violeta Kachakova