Bemannte & Bruder – Amongst the Stars [Clubsonica Records]

Clubsonica Recording opens the month of November by welcoming Bemannte & Bruder back to the label for their debut EP. Hailing from Ireland, the Bemannte & Bruder duo first emerged in 2021 with a series of releases via longstanding UK imprint Stripped Recordings. Armed with a timeless progressive sound, Bemannte & Bruder were immediately tipped as a name to watch, with subsequent projects via Aletheia Recordings, Brisbeats Records and Voodoo & Prayers landing across the next two calendar years. With the duo having made their Clubsonica debut earlier this year with a well-received remix of 'Berhart' by Mario Eighta & Kleinfinger, Bemannte & Bruder now make a welcome return to the label with 'Amongst the Stars', alongside remixes from Analog Jungs, Andrea Cassino and Mayro.

Comprised of three distinct and equally compelling originals it is the sleek sounds of 'Amongst the Stars' which set the tone for the release. Here Bemannte & Bruder flex a deeper side of their repertoire with a clever coax of chunky key-changing grooves, hopeful voices and trance-inspired melodies to lift the mood of any dancefloor. Selection two 'Beyond Infinity' lands with a bigger, bolder and equally magnificent feel. Beefier beats and warm free flowing grooves lay the foundation for playful chord stabs and buoyant percussive arrangements to carry energy into a heartwarming break. The duo showcase their melody crafting prowess once again, with an uplifting lead emerging across the centrepiece, perfectly crafted to send people home with a smile. The third and final original 'Headcaver' finds the Irish duo composing with a strong sense of space. Shifting their modus operandi further into trance-inducing territory, Bemannte & Bruder's energetic drive and hopeful optimism perfectly setups a break of retro-tinged synth swagger, as percolating drums and aquatic melodies unite for a colourful apex and rousing finale.

Returning to the label for the first interpretation of 'Beyond infinity' are Analog Jungs. Made up of Argentinean artists Claudio Cornejo and Gustavo Ruarte, Analog Jungs have been revered figures in the progressive house underground for the better part of a decade, earning the praise of the genre's tastemakers Hernan Cattaneo and Nick Warren. The duo's colourful, club friendly sound flourished as a result, finding a home on some of the genre's trendsetting imprints, such as Mango Alley, Meanwhile, Or Two Strangers, The Soundgarden and their own recently launched Constellation Music imprint. Clubsonica has also been a regular landing spot for Analog Jungs, with the duo recording an EP and remix since making their label debut in 2020. Now, following a contribution to The Soundgarden's 'Summer Collection', Analog Jungs return to Clubsonica with a powerful take on 'Beyond Infinity'. Channelling the spirited energy of the original, the Cordoba duo craft a tough, energetic, dubbed out dancefloor journey, one which excels through its great use of crunchy rhythms and icy pads.

The second and final interpretation of 'Beyond Infinity' is provided by Andrea Cassino who returns to the label for his second appearance. The Italian born, Argentina based producer has been a fixture of the progressive house underground for well over a decade. Beginning with his highly regarded Cassino and Laben project, and eventually shifting to his solo work in 2009, Andrea lays claim to an impressive discography highlighted by releases via Sudbeat Music (as Nocturna w/ Danny Lloyd), Balkan Connection, Meanwhile and Proton Music.The world's top tastemakers have also noted the Italian's production prowess, with John Digweed, Hernan Cattaneo, Nick Warren and Guy J all chiming in with support. Having made his Clubsonica debut in 2021 with a remix of 'Tuareg' by Claudio Cornejo (AR), Andrea now makes a welcome return with a sleek rendition of 'Beyond Infinity'. Taking inspiration from the original, the Buenos Aires resident remodels the track into a smooth slice of electrifying progressive house. Complete with capsizing basslines, hypnotic rhythms and orbiting effects, it's a smooth energy-rush aimed squarely at the dancefloor - one where Andrea operates at his creative peak.

The release concludes with Mayro making his label debut with the lone interpretation of 'Headcaver' Based in Argentina, Pablo Maneiro aka Mayro has been producing a blend of progressive, deep and melodic house for the better part of a decade. World class DJs Cid Inc, Eelke Kleijn, Miss Monique and Nick Warren have all taken a liking to his sound, which has found a home on Mango Alley, Siona Records, WARPP and his own Traful imprint. Continuing on an upwards trajectory as we approach the end of the year, Mayro adds Clubsonica to his resume with a powerful rendition of 'Headcaver'. Striking a balance between supreme club dynamics and cutting edge electronics, Mayro takes the original's distinct melodic theme and presents it in a darker, more unpredictable monochrome, all while percolating effects and hopeful atmospheres continue to deliver much-needed dance floor curveballs for the more adventurous selectors out there.

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Release Date: 03-11-2023

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