NOMAS – Awakenings [Eat My Hat Music] The latest release from Ziger's Eat My Hat imprint welcomes Nomas to the label for his debut EP. Niccoló Nicoli aka Nomas was born in Italy but now calls Germany home where he has been crafting his own unique brand of progressive techno. With a lean towards the astral spectrum of the genre, Niccolo cites Tale Of Us as one of the influences for his hypnotic and well textured sound. A short but tidy discography is highlighted by releases on Minar Records and SLC-6 Music, where he has earned the support of Adana Twins, Adriatique, Fideles, Guy J, John Digweed, Mind Against and Sasha. Now adding another important release to his resume, Nomas debuts on Eat My Hat with 'Awakenings'. Beginning with the title selection Nomas continues to explore the darker narratives for which he has become known for. A warm rolling groove sits at the foundation while electric rhythms and meditative arps fill in the framework. Both foreboding and mysterious, it's flair for the dramatic grows as astral ton Read More
Donna-Marie – In The Moment [Polyptych] The latest release from Polyptych finds Donna-Marie returning to the label with 'In The Moment'. Hailing from New Zealand, the Auckland resident has a long history in electronic music. With a 20 year career as a DJ she has played some of London’s top venues such as Brixton Academy, Camden Palace, The Fridge, Shepherds Bush Empire, Turnmills, Egg London, Scala and Ministry of Sound, while also travelling the world and showcasing her skills in Australia, South Africa and the USA. On the production front she has showcased her progressive minded sounds via Freegrant Music, MNL, Perfecto Black and Stellar Fountain. Now following up her Polyptych debut in April, Donna-Marie returns with a new two track artist showcase. The lead track ‘In The Moment’ sets the tone for the EP with it's pacey, musical prowess. Anchored by a tough, rolling groove it’s rhythmic swing is immediately appealing. Electric lines, fierce percussion and an array of stunning effects soon surround the framewo Read More
Avasono – Terrace [Inspired By Trees] Inspired By Trees continues a successful year by welcoming Avasono to the label for his debut single. The Swiss artist has found a home on several well-established imprints such as ICONYC and MNL, where his combination of rhythm and musicality has flourished. Now presenting his first solo single of 2020, Avasono debuts on Inspired By Trees with ‘Terrace’, alongside a remix from R/Tistique. Beginning with the original mix, Avasono explores a fresh blend of organic beats, quirky rhythms and pleasurable themes. Deep yet edgy, a bed of punchy beats anchors effervescent phrasing and detailed percussion, before eventually opening up with radiant atmospheres and warm bass swells. Tantalizing effects add further depth leading into the main break, as expressive modulation rises towards a glowing final movement. The release concludes with R/Tistique also making his label debut and providing the lone interpretation of ‘Terrace’. Hailing from Amsterdam, the Dutch producer often sit Read More
Teleport-X – Sushi In Japan [Soundteller Records] The latest release from Soundteller Records finds Teleport-X returning for his debut EP. July of 2018 marked the Argentine's debut on the Polish imprint with a contribution to their popular 'Vibrant Vibeland' series. It's been a prolific year for the Buenos Aires resident with standout releases on BC2, Deepwibe Underground, Droid9 Limited and Polyptych. Now following an EP for Droid9's new Limited division, Teleport-X returns to Soundteller with 'Sushi in Japan'. Beginning with the groovy sounds of the title cut you get an immediate sense that Teleport-X has once again crafted some excellent progressive music. Tastefully melodic, it’s mallet-like motifs, organic drums and placid atmospheres converge for a gorgeous first act. Hazy harmonics and charming overlays add depth and emotion as the narrative evolves, before segueing into a dreamy break which carries a lovely sense of space and refinement. A smooth build is then executed through glacial sweeps, perfectly setting up an emo Read More
Mariner & Domingo – Beautiful Thing [Balkan Connection] The latest release from Balkan Connection finds Mariner & Domingo returning to the label for a new single. The US duo made an impressive debut on the Serbian imprint last month with 'Fantastic Playground'. Remixed by progressive house favourite Sebastian Busto it proved to be one of the label's most emotive releases of the year. Now making a quick return, Mariner & Domingo present their follow-up single 'Beautiful Thing' alongside a remix from Nicolas Rada. Given the smooth melodic aesthetics that shone so brightly on 'Fantastic Playground' it's no surprise that 'Beautiful Thing' is equally captivating. Tastefully restrained yet rhythmically powerful, it’s heartfelt musicality and exotic percussion are perfectly tailored for an organic house dance floor. There are no boisterous lead themes, just beautifully interwoven vocal wails, cascading keys and blissful atmospheres, all underpinned with nostalgic chord changes. A timeless beauty from Mariner & Domingo once again. Roundin Read More
Kostakis – Ithaca [Movement Recordings] The latest release from Tash's Movement Recordings welcomes Kostakis to the label for his debut EP. The South African artist first appeared in 2014 on Get Physical with the Beatport chart success 'iKalimba'. With the backing of Adriatique, Pete Tong and Solomun, Kostakis has since showcased his music via Chapter 24 Records and KATERMUKKE. Now landing on Movement Recordings, the Cape Town resident presents his 'Ithaca' EP, alongside remixes from Matchy, Paul Anthonee and Chris Sen. Beginning with the title selection Kostakis explores a contemporary astral narrative. Tough beats and a chugging groove sit at the foundation while haunting pads and spacey arps descend over the framework. Fluid and cosmic in equal measure, rugged rhythms push momentum into a tense yet emotive break, before tasteful modulation peaks and striking stabs cue a powerful finale. The companion piece 'Ithaca' follows a similar sonic ethos and sits as a perfect complement to its predecessor. It's rolling groove i Read More
Dowden & Adrian Roman – White Rain [Clubsonica Records] The latest release from Clubsonica Records welcomes Dowden and Adrian Roman to the label for their debut single. The former sits as one of Canada's premiere progressive house talents, having earned the support of top international DJs such as Armin Van Buuren, Guy Manztur and John OO Fleming, while finding a home on Beatfreak, Soundteller and JOOF Recordings. The latter, hailing from Spain boasts a similarly impressive resume with releases on Asymmetric Recordings, Beatfreak and Uner's Solar Distance. Having worked together once previously on DJ Zombi's Beat Boutique, Dowden and Adrian now debut on Clubsonica with 'White Rain', alongside remixes from Dmitry Molosh and Simos Tagias. Beginning with the original mix its clear the duo's creative synergy has only grown since their first collaborative effort. Tough beats, clattering drums and an ominous effects narrative begin the seven-minute journey. Senses heighten as astral synths and hypnotic arps unite across a foreboding backdrop. Read More
Michael A – Selections [Ghost Digital Records] The latest release from Ghost Digital Records welcomes Michael A back to the label for a new EP. The Belarus based artist has become a staple of the US imprint since making his debut in 2017. Now in a year highlighted with releases on Cid Inc's Replug Records and Hernan Cattaneo's Sudbeat Music, Michael returns to Ghost Digital with 'Selections'. Beginning with the title cut Michael explores the pure progressive sound he's become so loved for. Free and flowing from the outset its full low end is perfectly contoured, providing copious tension while detailed drums and crisp electronics fill in the framework. As the first act evolves a glowing arp rises to prominence, perfectly setting up a wave of emotive chord changes and hopeful electronics, the latter of which ultimately highlights a gorgeous break and serene finale. The companion piece ‘Ephemeral’ follows with a somewhat deeper more meditative approach. Once again backed by a warm, full foundation, it’s a maze of fin Read More
Max Blade – Reflections [Stellar Fountain] Stellar Fountain enters the heart of the summer season by welcoming Max Blade back to the label for a new single. Having released his 'Moonlook' single in June, the Argentinean artist has also showcased his music on John Digweed’s Bedrock Records and Nick Warren’s The Soundgarden. 2020 has been a prolific year for the Sante Fe resident with releases for Massive Harmony, Soundteller Records and UY! Records all getting added to his discography. Now keeping that momentum going Max returns to Stellar Fountain with 'Reflections' alongside remixes from Fabri Lopez and Martin Andrioli. Beginning with the original mix Max explores the groovy side of his progressive minded repertoire. Its warm, chunky foundation is perfectly sculpted, adorned with finely tuned percussion, luminous arps and hopeful tones. Moving into the main break an array of mind bending effects juxtaposes the hypnotic lead, creating a unique contrast of grit and shimmer, before eventually shifting energy into a drivi Read More
Monograph – Embrace [Deepwibe Underground] Continuing a prolific summer season, Deepwibe Underground welcomes Monograph back to the label with 'Embrace'. The cross continental duo have enjoyed a busy year thus far with two well received singles released in April and May. Now bringing their creative forces together once again, Monograph return to their comfortable home of Deepwibe Underground for a new single alongside remixes from Ge Bruny and Michon. Beginning with the Original Mix, Monograph moves into deep, progressive territory with a warm rolling groove, lively rhythms and clusters of stunning effects. Hypnotic and mysterious, it’s dramatic flair rises with layers of percussion and buzzing stabs leading to a section of spaced out arps. Esoteric motifs continue to saturate your senses, perfectly setting up an interlude of cosmic meanderings, before smoothly segueing into a groovy, percussive finale. The first interpretation of ‘Embrace’ is provided by Ge Bruny who returns to the label for his fourth appearance Read More