Guy J – Beast Of Sea [Lost & Found] Lost & Found enters the heart of the summer season with a new EP from label boss Guy J. The Israeli born, Malta based artist began the year with his 'Day Of Light / Mind Of' double a-side release. Uniquely emotional and bound with creative flashes, it was yet another unforgettable offering from an artist who somehow continues to better himself with each successive release. Guy's latest and highly anticipated 'Beast of Sea' once again serves notice that his inventive forces continue to operate on a remarkable level. Having been a highlight of Guy's sets for some time, it is the devilish wonder 'Beast of Sea' which gets the EP underway. Rhythmically fluid, it’s chugging low end, swing heavy cadence and finely tuned percussive set the piece on a course for maximum sensory stimulation. Spastic synths and metallic effects steal the air at opportune moments, before melting down into a mind bending break. Backed by a sizzling underbelly, heavily processed artifacts trail across the cav Read More
Nik Nazarov – Magdalena [Soundteller Records] The latest release from Deersky's Soundteller Records welcomes Nik Nazarov to the label for his debut single. The Russian artist has earned the praise of Guy J, John Digweed and Nick Muir over the course of his six-year career, while releases on Balkan Connection, Electronic Tree and Stellar Fountain sit prominently in his discography. Now making his first appearance on Soundteller Records Nik presents his latest studio creation ‘Magdalena’ alongside remixes from Christian Monique and Gux Jimenez. Beginning with the original mix Nik works neatly detailed percussion over a bed of manicured beats and undulating bass. Distinctive stabs pierce the air as hazy atmospheres begin to drift, creating an air of anticipation as effervescent arps and ghostly sweeps fill in the framework. The narrative then evolves into a charming break which sits at the core of the piece. Deep and emotional, it's warm chord changes and haunting refrains set the stage for a classy build and hypnotic finale Read More
Yashar – Chronos [Dopamine White] The latest from Nikko.Z's Dopamine Music welcomes Yashar back to the label for a new EP. The Iranian artist first appeared on the Greek imprint in April of this year with the well received 'Aphrodite' EP. Also laying claim to releases on Clinique Recordings and Soundteller Records, the Tehran resident now returns to Dopamine White with 'Chronos'. Continuing to gain loyal fans with his subversive sounds, it is the title track 'Chronos' which leads the release off. Anchored by a tough kick, its rhythmic core rises quickly, with layers of choppy percussion and lively electronics filling in the framework. Yashar's dark design and distinctive drive have forged a sound that is all his own and 'Chronos' is a perfect example of that. Relying heavily on rhythm and groove, it's tracky nature sucks you in while timely musical fragments highlight the nine-minute journey. The EP's midway point finds Yashar exploring more heady hypnotics with 'Jacawitz'. Its chunky groove is rough and rugged, Read More
Madloch & Subnode – Abyssal [Crossfade Sounds] The relaunch of Crossfade Sounds continues with label boss Madloch collaborating with Subnode on 'Abyssal'. Being paired since the summer of 2018, the creative synergy between Madloch & Subnode has continued to grow. The Belgian duo have released three originals and a remix since beginning their collaborative partnership. With a sound that sits comfortably in the creative space between house and techno, the duo now continue their creative journey with a new single alongside remixes from Sascha Dive and Anton Lanski. Continuing to stretch their sonic boundaries, Madloch and Subnode deliver their deepest and most atmospheric creation to date with 'Abyssal'. Anchored by a rich foundation; it's warm, drone-like groove proves mountainous, as dubbed out rhythms underpin gaseous effects and effervescent percussion. Building subtly across it's eight-minute running time, the main break furthers the narrative with drifting fragments and muted beats adding just the right blend of anticipatio Read More
Sebastian Sellares – Reaching Kairos [Or Two Strangers] Sebastian Sellares makes a welcome return to Antrim's Or Two Strangers with 'Reaching Kairos'. Having made his label debut in March of 2019 with ‘Epiphany In The Woods', the Argentinean artist also lays claim to releases on Proton Music and UV. Now presenting his first original project of 2020, the Cordoba resident lands back on Or Two Strangers with a three-track artist showcase. Beginning with the title cut Sebastian explores the melodious, peak time side of his studio repertoire. Free and flowing from the outset it’s buzzing low end is robust, providing momentous drive while clattering percussion and lively arps fill in the framework. As the first act evolves smooth chord changes add emotive qualities to the narrative, before a hopeful overlay initiates the main break. Short and well crafted, the centrepiece continues to elevate mood through rising atmospheres and percussive modulation, before eventually peaking with a euphoric drop that's sure to light up your dance floor. Read More
Mike Griego – Solaris [Replug] Cid Inc's Replug Records continues a successful year by welcoming Mike Griego back to the label for a new single. The Argentinean artist and progressive music favourite highlighted 2019 with the April release of his 'Decoy' EP for the Finnish imprint. The year saw further successes with a contribution to Hernan Cattaneo's Balance Sunstrip Strip compilation, along with his well received 'Sienna' EP via Sudbeat Music. Now presenting his first original project of 2020, Mike lands back on Replug with 'Solaris' alongside a remix from Cid Inc. In what continues to be a productive partnership, Mike delivers some of his finest work to date for Replug with 'Solaris'. Warm beats, rippling bass tones and rolling percussion set the piece in motion, as harmonic drifts and fragmented melodies encase the framework. Tranquil arps further the narrative, perfectly foreshadowing a heartfelt centrepiece highlighted by harmonic overlays and luminous tones. As the break builds, a bed of thunderous bass Read More
Various Artists – Vibrant Vibeland #11 [Soundteller Records] With the summer season now in full swing Soundteller Records presents the latest installment of 'Vibrant Vibeland'. The Polish imprint has become synonymous for the various artists compilation series. Upon it's inception in 2014 the collections have become a much anticipated part of the label's release schedule. Continually searching the globe for the finest progressive music, the Vibrant Vibeland series has shown how far-reaching our scene really is, giving Soundteller an avenue to showcase new talent and stretch it's sonic wings to an extent. Edition eleven once again leaves no stone unturned with a veritable smorgasbord of sound, covering a wide array of sonic space. Featured on the collection are (in order of appearance): Dysco & Juan Ibanez, Deacon Cross, Nicolas Pittaluga, G Coulter & Guy Gadbois, Chris Drifter, Nico Cerban, Lucas Y, Geronimo Eguiguren, Rod V and Stae. Buy: https://bit.ly/2CuSgmO Release Date: 20-07-2020 Release Promo: http://releasepromo.com ► Y Read More
Paul Sawyer – Cacus [ICONYC] Paul Sawyer returns to John Johnson's ICONYC with 'Cacus'. The UK artist and Krafted label boss has found a comfortable home on the US imprint, releasing three singles since making his debut in May of 2019. Now following an EP for Perfecto Black, the Winchester resident lands back on ICONYC with a new single alongside remixes from Mononoid and Slam Duck. Beginning with the original mix Paul explores both astral and emotive narratives. Tough beats and a chugging groove sit at the foundation while electric arps and charged rhythms fill in the framework. Menacing yet fluid, smooth chord changes marry mind bending effects and hopeful overlays leading into the break, before classy modulation and spastic synths unite for an exhilarating crescendo and arp driven finale. Also returning to the label are ICONYC stalwarts Mononoid. The Dutch duo have been a permanent fixture on the US imprint since early 2018 with their remix of Roger Martinez's 'Work'. Now fresh off an EP for Beat Bouti Read More
Basil O’Glue – Sycophants [Eat My Hat Music] The latest release from Ziger's Eat My Hat imprint welcomes Basil O'Glue to the label for his debut single 'Sycophants'. The Greek artist and Saturate Audio label boss is much loved for his progressive minded creations which have found a home on Armada Music, Coldharbour Recordings and John OO Fleming's JOOF Recordings. Now the long time Markus Schulz favourite makes his Eat My Hat debut alongside a remix from Ziger. Known for bridging the gap between progressive house and trance, Basil does so once again on 'Sycophants'. It's robust groove ripples with wonderous undulation while fiery percussion and trippy vocal fragments fill in the framework. Intense and vivid, an array of fierce effects and fuzzy arps ultimately rule the narrative, running through a cavernous break before segueing into a finale of creaking artefacts and haunting overlays. Rounding out this all Greek release is label boss Ziger who provides the lone interpretation of 'Sycophants'. A collaboration with Beatfre Read More
Juan Sapia – Radian / Antiphon [Just Movement] The latest release from Just Movement welcomes Juan Sapia back to the label for a new EP. Hailing from the progressive house hotbed of Buenos Aires, the Argentinean artist has been on a steady rise since first appearing in 2017. Releases for Beat Boutique, Or Two Strangers, Plattenbank, Sudbeat and Soundteller highlight his well-kept discography. Now fresh off a remix for 3rd Avenue, the Hernan Cattaneo favourite lands on Just Movement with ‘Radian’ alongside remixes from Navar and Stage Van H. Beginning with ‘Radian’ Juan explores the deeper spectrum of progressive minded house. Its warm, fluid groove is perfectly contoured, adorned with finely tuned percussion, placid atmospheres and subtle shades and tones. A cascading theme highlights the main break, veering into timeless territory, before its quirky allure pulls you back into a meditative state for a smooth finale. The companion piece ‘Antiphon’ continues the deep, driving ethos of its predecessor with a rolling gr Read More