Blue Cell – Odyssee [Balkan Connection]

Balkan Connection closes out the year by welcoming Blue Cell to the label for their debut EP entitled 'Odyssee'. Recent releases on Clubsonica Records, Stellar Fountain and Suffused Music have been received amidst much praise and now they present their latest EP alongside remixes from Silinder and Pilato & Yousif.

Beginning with the title cut you get a feel for Blue Cell's deep, progressive minded grooves. Warm, sultry and full of great shape, the foundation carves out a path where bright chord stabs luminous atmospheres and soulful melodies steal your heart. The companion piece 'Aqualot' comes in even deeper, dubbier and full of great musical moments. It's low slug groove is immediately inviting while atmospheric waves, sparse instrumentation and a heavy drum section make for a stunning nine minute journey. Could definitely see this one going down well in the late night hours and definitely my favourite of the two.

Silinder and Pilato & Yousif both take the lead track 'Odyssee' somewhere quite interesting. After what seemed to be a brief hiatus Irish artist Silinder has been popping up again recently and progressive house fans are no doubt happy about that. His remix here is quite exquisite, with smooth and super emotive lines. Whereas the groove dominated the original, it's the musical elements which shine here. It's a take that can work really well as an end of set / reflective type of vibe or simply a great piece of music to listen to at home or on the road. Excellent remix from Silinder.

The release concludes with Pilato & Yousif returning to the label for their second appearance. The duo made their Balkan Connection debut in July of this year with 'Momentum' which they followed up with a remix for Rezongar Music just a few weeks ago. Now closing the year out in fine form they take 'Odyssee' into groovier territory with great results. A more spacious, chunky foundation gives the track a slightly housier vibe but the melodies play a key role nonetheless, particularly during the break, which not only peaks your emotions but sets up a dubbed down drop perfectly. Great remix from Pilato & Yousif which rounds out another quality release from Balkan Connection, who by all accounts had another amazing year. The spirit of traditional progressive house is still very much alive and the Serbian imprint remains a key reason why.

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Release Date: 25-12-2017

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