Ewan Rill – Let It Go [Balkan Connection] Celebrating their 700th release in style, Balkan Connection welcomes Ewan Rill back to the label for a new EP. The Russian artist and Sever Records boss has been a mainstay of the progressive house underground since first appearing over a decade ago. Ewan's first ever release was in fact a contribution to Balkan Connection's 'Balkanians Vol. 11' collection, which was released in July of 2011. Now just over ten years later he stands as one of the genre’s most prolific artists, with a discography of more than 1250 credits and appearances on esteemed imprints such as Hernan Cattaneo’s Sudbeat Music and Nick Warren’s The Soundgarden. With 122 release credits for Balkan Connection, Ewan now returns to the label with a four track showcase entitled 'Let it Go' to commemorate their 700th release. As one of the more versatile producers out there Ewan covers a lot of bases across the four tracks, beginning with the laid back, low slung sounds of 'Age'. Deep, progressive and a touch or Read More
Lian Gold – Vision [Recovery Collective] Lian Gold makes an impressive debut on Recovery Collective with 'Vision'. Based in Tel Aviv, Lian Gold is an Israeli DJ and producer who has been on a steady rise since first coming to our attention with her 'Gen Z' release from March of last year. In just over twelve months she's racked up ten discography credits and showcased her music via Joy Techno, Trippy Code and TRIP and dream. Also an accomplished DJ, Lian is a staple in Tel Aviv's nightlife, performing at world class venues such as The Block, Jimmy WHO?!, Sputnik, Secret Garden, Voodoo and HIVE. Now adding Recovery Collective to her resume, Lian debuts on the label with 'Vision'. Selected as part of the label's 'Elegance' collection which showcases all female artists, 'Vision' goes down as one of Lian's most accomplished works to date. The Tel Aviv resident manages to capture a perfect balance between groove and melody that's sure to work wonders on a variety of dance floors. It's tough, driving framework is accented w Read More
Kaito Aman & Gorkiz – Libélula [Terasonic Records] Presenting their third release of the year, Terasonic Records welcomes Kaito Aman & Gorkiz with a new single 'Libélula'. As the Terasonic label boss, Brazilian artist Kaito Aman has been creating progressive minded music for the better part of a decade. Releases via Antrim's Or Two Strangers, Future Avenue, Just Movement and Transensations have been vehicles for his sound, while support from the underground's tastemakers continues with each successive release. Meanwhile, fellow countryman Gorkiz has earned the praise of progressive music icons Nick Warren and Guy J, while landing releases on Balkan Connection, Droid9 and Stellar Fountain. Now pairing up for a much anticipated collaborative effort, the duo ready the latest Terasonic offering 'Libélula', alongside remixes from Andres Moris and Caio Candido. Although often finding the creative space between progressive house and melodic house and techno, Kaito and Gorkiz lean towards the former on 'Libélula'. A deep, chunky groove Read More
Christopher Erre – Argos [Dopamine Celebrating their 50th release, Nikko.Z's Dopamine White welcomes Christopher Erre to the label for his debut EP. Born in Toronto, Canada but raised in Cordoba, Argentina where he ventured into the country's nightlife at the age of sixteen. Already an accomplished DJ and producer by the age of twenty, Christopher was a regular at Infierno, Dorian Gray and Feel Club, where his blend of progressive sounds delighted club goers. Early releases courtesy of Balkan Connection and BC2 eventually led to recent outings via Nick Warren's The Soundgarden, MNL, One Of A Kind and Transensations. Now adding Dopamine White to his resume, Christopher debuts on the Greek imprint with a three-track showcase entitled Argos'. Beginning with the title track Christopher presents a well-constructed blend of melody and groove. Tough beats and a muscular low-end power the foundation, while tantalized arps and sweeping effects deliver depth and texture across the first act. Airy pads emerge as the main break Read More
2UP & Sergio Avila – Introspective [Soundteller Records] Deersky's Soundteller Records opens the month of September by welcoming 2UP and Sergio Avila for a collaborative EP. Based in Chicago, Sergio made his Soundteller debut in 2020 with a contribution to the label's popular 'Vibrant Vibeland' series. Meanwhile, 2UP who is based in Mexico makes his label debut. Together the duo have delivered a well received release for Dear Deer's Black division and now they join forces once again on Soundteller with 'Introspection'. Known for their peak time sounds, the title selection continues the duo's penchant for unabashedly epic music. Firing beats, machine gun style rhythms and a tight, rolling arp lay the foundation for a smashing dance floor slam. Vocal overlays add depth and character at timely moments as atmospheric phrasing, buzzing stabs and glassy clusters marry for magic moments leading into the break. Progressively more melodic across the centrepiece, the duo elevates mood with symphonic style motifs, before pulling back for a hypnoti Read More
Billion Watchers – Amazing [Stellar Fountain] Stellar Fountain opens the month of September with a new EP from Billion Watchers. Russian artist Andrey Bogdanov coined the Billion Watchers alias last year as an outlet for deeper, organic minded productions. Upon releasing his first track via Polyptych's 'New Talents & Friends' collection, he then went on to sign EPs with 3rd Avenue and Euphonic Visions. No stranger to Stellar Fountain, Andrey's 'Growth and Dawn' EP landed in June of this year marking the Russian's debut on the Hungarian imprint. Now making a quick turnaround, Billion Watchers returns to the label with 'Amazing' alongside remixes from Mariner + Domingo and Sapienta. The childhood, carnival inspired motifs of 'Amazing' lead the release off and are sure to bring more fans to Billion Watchers transcendent sound. Clocking in at a lazy, laid back but rhythmically buoyant 115 bpm, this is a hugely distinctive creation and one which offers a wealth of remix potential. The companion piece 'Fire Among Sand' brings the t Read More
Ortus (BR) – Lua [Transensations Records] Transensations opens the month of September by welcoming Ortus to the label for his debut EP 'Lua'. Hailing from Brazil, Giovanni Delgado began his production as part of the Brainkillerz duo, before eventually coining the Ortus moniker in 2019 for his solo efforts. As a professor of music production, Giovanni is also an accomplished DJ, having played some of Brazil's most highly regarded venues such as D-Edge, 5uinto and Clash Club. Now he continues his journey into melodic house and techno as Ortus with his first appearance on Transensations alongside remixes from Binaryh and Pedrada. Setting the tone for the release are the mystical sounds of the title selection. Crisp, detailed percussion, haunting vocal elements and acidic stabs marry well across a DJ friendly intro. Warm bass swells sit comfortably at the foundation, gently pushing momentum forward as the vocal narrative continues to evolve with trippy gates and ghostly overlays. The main break proves quite emotive with soulfu Read More
Darenosa – In My Control [Polyptych] Polyptych opens the month of September by welcoming Darenosa back to the label for a new single. Based in Los Angeles, David Lopez de Arenosa aka Darenosa began his production career on the Russian imprint in 2020 with his 'Permission to Speak' EP. Comprised of three distinct and colourful creations, it set the foundation for David's amalgamation of melodic house and indie dance. Also an accomplished DJ and live act, the American artist has performed throughout California's much revered club scene, while also landing a spot at the iconic Burning Man festival. Now continuing to build a bond with Polyptych, Darenosa returns to the label with the much anticipated 'In My Control', alongside a remix from Dennis De Laat. Continuing to find that creative sweet spot been genres, Darenosa crafts an ethereal sounding beauty with 'In My Control'. A slow burning groove sets the journey in motion, made up of punchy kicks, wavy arps and layers of flickering percussion. The introduction of an i Read More
The Cobb – Haft [Deepwibe Underground] Deepwibe Underground opens the month of September by welcoming The Cobb back to the label for a new EP. Now firmly established in the worlds of progressive and organic house, the Russian artist has split time between -102C and Deepwibe Underground since first appearing a year ago. Seven credits deep into his discography, The Cobb has earned support from electronic tastemakers Sasha, Solomun, Nick Warren and Guy J, while also being remixed by progressive music stars Dmitry Molosh, GMJ and Kamilo Sanclemente. Now presenting his fourth original project for Deepwibe Underground, The Cobb returns to the label with a three track showcase entitled 'Haft'. Once again finding that creative sweet spot between progressive and organic house are the gorgeous sounds of the opener 'Never Sleep'. It's warm design qualities are hugely inviting, while a continually evolving storyboard of exotic percussion, whimsical motifs and thunderous bassy rumblings make for a concise yet transcendent seven min Read More
Ruben Karapetyan – Never Again [Movement Recordings] Continuing to build a bond with the label, Ruben Karapetyan returns to Movement Recordings for a new EP entitled Never Again'. The Armenia born; USA based artist made a triumphant return to electronic music in November of last year. Following a ten-year hiatus, Ruben's Movement debut Gignesthai' delighted progressive house fans with its combination of musicality and groove. Building on the success of his return, February of 2021 then saw Ruben unveil an equally well received follow-up Hathor', before branching out to Lowbit Records with the release of Karo'. Now following a powerful remix for LADS, Ruben returns to his comfortable home of Movement Recordings with a new artist EP, alongside remixes from Fuenka and Kamilo Sanclemente. Continuing to operate at a creative peak, Ruben aims squarely for a main room dance floor with Never Again'. Anchored by a warm, rippling groove and layers of effervescent percussion, the energy is palpable from the outset. Ghostly vocal phrasing and sw Read More