Alex O’Rion – Space Age [Replug] Continuing to ride a tidal wave of success, progressive house phenom Alex O'Rion returns to Cid Inc's Replug Records with 'Space Age'. Rising out of a successful career as a trance producer, Dutch artist Alex O'Rion took inspiration from the likes of John Digweed, Nick Warren and Sasha, to forge a path into the world of progressive house. Alex's groovy melodic sound found its footing quickly thereafter, as he notched releases via Nick Warren's Hope Recordings and Hernan Cattaneo's Sudbeat Music. Moving forward, 2020 proved to be a breakout year for the Nijkerk resident. On the strength of projects for Replug and The Soundgarden, Alex rose to Beatport's #3 best-selling progressive house producer, paving the way for 2021 releases via Guy J's Lost and Found and UK behemoth Anjunabeats. Now as 2022 takes shape, Alex continues his fruitful relationship with Replug, presenting a third and much anticipated artist showcase for the label entitled 'Space Age'. EP opener and title selection ' Read More
SHAZZE – Mystical [ICONYC Noir] Rounding out the month of March, John Johnson's ICONYC welcomes SHAZZE to the label for his debut EP. Although under ten releases into his discography, SHAZZE has become a recognized artist in the world of progressive music. A DJ first, SHAZZE has called London home for the better part of his life, where he regularly delighted crowds at iconic venues such as Ministry Of Sound and The EGG, performing alongside top international talents like Hernan Cattaneo, Guy J, Henry Saiz, Quivver and more. With a degree from the London Sound Academy, SHAZZE has taken his production skills to the forefront of late, with well received projects landing c/o long standing imprints Beatfreak Recordings and Soundteller Records. Now as 2022 reaches it's second quarter, SHAZZE adds ICONYC Noir to his resume with 'Mystical', alongside a remix from Ninesh Babu. Beginning with 'Sounds of Heaven' SHAZZE is operating at his creative peak with a production that finds that rare compositional balance between mu Read More
Reboq – Tales From Mars [Movement Recordings] Tash's Movement Recordings rounds out the month of March by welcoming Reboq to the label for his debut EP. Based in the north east of Italy, Enrico Trevis aka Reboq has been involved in house and techno for over a decade. 2009 marked his production debut where he operated under a variety of monikers, earning support from world class DJs such as Roger Sanchez, until 2019 saw the birth of Reboq. With a focus on melodic house and techno, Enrico has compiled an impressive catalog under the Reboq guise, landing releases via ICONYC, Polyptych and Steyoyoke. Now adding Movement Recordings to his resume, Reboq debuts on the label with 'Tales From Mars', alongside a remix from Not Demure. Destined to be a highlight in Reboq's discography, it is the electric stylings of the title selection which get the release underway. Rhythmically charged from the outset, its pulsating cadence, striking sweeps and devilish effects set the piece on a course for aural enlightenment. Placid pads and waves of Read More
Kostya Outta – Empathy [Deepwibe Underground] Deepwibe Underground rounds out the month of March with a new single from label artist Kostya Outta. Upon making his label debut early last year, the Belarusian artist forged a strong bond with the Estonian imprint. The next twelve months saw Kostya deliver two singles and mix the first installment of Deepwibe Underground's 'Chapter One' collection. 2022 has started in a similar fashion, with a recently released remix of fast rising Argentine Ric Niels and once again showcasing his DJ skills by mixing the second installment of the Chapter series. Now presenting his first original production of the year, Kostya returns to Deepwibe Underground with 'Empathy', alongside a remix from Francesco Pico. Already a favourite of Eelke Kleijn, it is Kostya's original which sets the tone with buoyant, funked up basslines and colourful melodies. With the summer season approaching this lands at an appropriate time as it's balmy, effortless vibe seems perfectly suited for warm, sunny skies. Evolvi Read More
Andrea Cassino – Lamarr [Soundteller Records] Following on from 2UP's massive 'Devotion', Deersky's Soundteller Records welcomes Andrea Cassino back to the label for a new single. A regular on the label since 2014, Andrea has racked up twenty discography credits across the last seven years for the Polish imprint. Hernan Cattaneo has taken a liking to Andrea's sleek, effortless brand of progressive house and has been a steadfast supporter over the years. With recent releases for Clubsonica Records, ICONYC Noir and Proton Music all sounding sensational, Andrea now returns to Soundteller with 'Lamarr', alongside remixes from Enigmatic and Greg Ochman. Beginning with the pulsating hypno grooves of the original, Andrea marries fluid rhythms with charged basslines and radiant atmospheres. Evolving percussive arrangements and charming effects add nicely to its meditative pulse, before lively arps shift energy into a stunning break. Widescreen in nature, the centrepiece delights with shimmering arrays and gentle percussive splashes, Read More
Betoko & Th;en ft. Haptic – Dekline (Remixes) [Afterglow] The latest release from Afterglow finds the label showcasing new interpretations of 'Dekline' by Betoko & Th;en ft. Haptic. Released in February, the original version saw this talented trio of producers teaming up with beloved vocalist Haptic for a sublime slice of progressive house. Looking to add new versions for the impending summer season, Afterglow now invites Matan Caspi and Torsten Fassbender to re-imagine the track in their own unique styles. Highly regarded by his fans and contemporaries, Matan Caspi is considered one of the most refreshing electronic music talents to come out of Israel. Having the distinction as one of the most Top 10 charted artists in Beatport’s Progressive House section, Matan has showcased his music via a plethora of major labels, most notably Anjunabeats, Armada, Spinnin and Universal Music. Here the Tel Aviv resident works his magic on 'Dekline' with a groovy take on the track that you're bound to be hearing a lot in the coming months. Anchored b Read More
Ultraverse – Rubicon [Dopamine White] The latest release from Nikko.Z's Dopamine White welcomes Ultraverse to the label for his debut EP. Based in Ireland, Ultraverse first emerged in 2016 with releases via Crop Circle and Morninglory Music. Drawing inspiration from Depeche Mode, Hernan Cattaneo, Lee Burridge and Sasha, Ultraverse quickly established himself in the world of progressive music. In building a meticulous discography over the next five years, the Dublin resident continued to refine his sound, eventually earning the recognition of world class DJ Nick Warren who signed him to his The Soundgarden imprint as part of the label's 2020 Winter Collection. Now coming off the lead selection on BC2's 400th release, Ultraverse continues on an upwards trajectory with his Dopamine White debut 'Rubicon', alongside a remix from Menkee. Beginning with the pulsating hypno grooves of the title selection, Ultraverse marries fluid rhythms with heady effects and radiant atmospheres. Evolving percussive arrangements and timely me Read More
Soul Alt Delete – Words Not Spoken [ICONYC] John Johnson's ICONYC welcomes Soul Alt Delete back to the label with 'Words Not Spoken'. Having gotten the year off to a great start with an EP for Senso Sounds, the UK artist then made his ICONYC debut with a contribution to the label's popular 'Five Years' collection. Praised by Maceo Plex and Faithless for his melodic sound, Soul Alt Delete now returns to ICONYC for his debut single alongside remixes from Rafael Cerato & Antony Toga and Curt Reynolds. Soul Alt Delete's original version is both deliberate and emotional. Powered by a sleek, techno inspired framework, the London resident works quirky hooks and smooth, atmospheric phrasing to great effect, perfectly setting the stage for a heartfelt vocal. Dominating the break, these breathy wails steal the air to maximum effect, before effortlessly melting down to the cavernous, warehouse style groove for a lazer-like finish. Occasional collaborators Rafael Cerato & Antony Toga make their label debut with the first interpretat Read More
Darren Bray – Boreal Forest [Stellar Fountain] Adding more new talent to their roster, Stellar Fountain welcomes Darren Bray to the label with 'Boreal Forest'. Originally inspired by Sasha & Digweed's first Northern Exposure mix album, Irish producer Darren Bray emerged in 2020 with releases via Balkan Connection's BC2 and Balkan United. Armed with a nostalgic take on the progressive genre, Darren then quickly racked up projects for 3rd Avenue, Capital Heaven, Electronic Tree, Massive Harmony Records and more. Now adding Stellar Fountain to his resume, Darren debuts on the label with 'Boreal Forest', alongside remixes from Peve and Nehli. The release begins with the original mix which finds Darren moving closer to the organic sounds which Stellar Fountain has been featuring of late. It’s warm groove commands a big presence from the outset, adorned with flickering percussion and rolling pulses to drive momentum forward. Exotic drums and meandering motifs add nicely to it's organic feel, before ghostly vocal phrasing and a calm Read More
CANCCI – Sereno [Monday Social Music] Closing out a strong first quarter of 2022, Monday Social welcomes CANCCI back to the label for a new single. Based in Curitiba, the Brazilian artist has risen quickly since his debut in 2018. Following his initial release for local label Prove It, CANCCI went on a three-year creative swell highlighted by releases for Akbal Music, Clubsonica, Stripped Recordings and Warung Recordings. Also, an accomplished DJ, CANCCI has programmed music from some of his country’s trendiest venues such as Club Vibe, Usina 5 and The Island of Lost. Having made his Monday Social debut in 2020 with a contribution to the label's popular 'Floorplay' series, the Brazilian artist forged a bond with the label, leading to two remixes across 2021. Now presenting his first project of 2022, CANCCI returns to Monday Social with 'Sereno', alongside a remix from Dilby x Floorplay. Finding a place in the creative space between organic and tech house, it is the Original Mix which sets the tone for the release. CA Read More