(1998) - Slayd - Hammerhead

Slayd – Hammerhead – Vinyl (12"), 1998 [r19121] | Discogs

is a landmark underground electronic release from 1998, produced by the Italian electronic musician Massimo Vivona under his alias Slayd . Released on the UK-based label Headzone (founded by Vivona himself), the track is a fusion of late-90s techno, trance, and acid house. Release Details Artist: Slayd (Alias of Massimo Vivona ) Format: 12" Vinyl Catalog Number: HEADZ 016 Release Date: April 28, 1998 Genre: Electronic Styles: Techno, Trance, Acid Techno Tracklist & Composition Slayd - Hammerhead (1998)

A high-tempo track approximately 8:32 in length. It is characterized by its "hammering" percussion and rhythmic intensity, typical of the peak-time techno of that era. Slayd – Hammerhead – Vinyl (12"), 1998 [r19121]

Statistics. Have:199. Want:177. Avg Rating:3.96 / 5. Ratings:45. Last Sold: Jan 19, 2026. Low:$2.00. Median:$6.79. High:$15.00. It is characterized by its "hammering" percussion and

Massimo Vivona was a prolific figure in the 90s underground scene, operating out of Sicily before relocating to Los Angeles. Through his labels Headzone and Ground Groove , he focused on "cutting edge electronic music" that leaned into deep, hypnotic, and progressive techno sounds. Hammerhead remains a sought-after piece for vinyl collectors, often appearing in Discogs marketplaces and vintage techno playlists.

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The original vinyl release features two tracks, both noted for their extended lengths and hypnotic, driving energy: