For their 75th release, Meanwhile turn to two of the biggest names in modern Progressive House as Mike Rish and Kasper Koman return to remix each other on "Biome" and "GT". A self-styled "quiet achiever" Mike Rish has been at the sharp end of the progressive scene for more than 15 years and approaching a century of production credits. A hatful of those have come on GMJ & Matter's Top 5 Beatport Progressive House imprint, spanning a productive 4-year period from late 2021. A magnificent 12 original tracks have spanned a quartet of 3-track EPs that began with "Beyond" and end most recently with May 2025's "Sunset on Mars / Tornn / Shokl". A single remix of Jamie Stevens' "Storm Front" is now joined by a second as the Melbourne artist reinterprets Kasper Koman's number 1 selling "Biome". Creating a pounding new beat, flowing percussive groove and mesmeric bass sequence, familiar effects from the original quickly make their presence felt. Building in intensity throughout its 8-minute

Buy: https://va.lnk.to/DerMuckenschwarm-OliverKoletzki-Kaufmann-StilvorTalentRelease Date: 25-07-2025 ALL PREMIERS: soundcloud.com/progressiveastronaut/sets/premieres ALL FREE DOWNLOADS: soundcloud.com/progressiveastronaut/sets/free-downloads ALL PODCAST EPISODES: soundcloud.com/progressiveastronaut/sets/progressive-astronaut-mixes

Italian duo EarthLife make their Radikon debut with a bold two-track release for Catalogue Number 97. The A-side For The F Crowd is a no-compromise anthem. A driving acid groove, infectious vocal by Tommy Wax, and relentless bassline combine to ignite peak-time dancefloors with raw, euphoric energy. Its a serotonin-fueled ride made for the sweatiest corners of the night. On the B-side Dance With Us shifts gears into a more emotional, melodic space. Nostalgic vocals and lush string work evoke the spirit of 90s open-air raves, offering warmth and depth even in the darkest clubs. Though sonically distinct, both tracks complement each other with surprising cohesion. Catalogue Number 97 introduces EarthLife with power, versatility, and a clear voice. Buy: https://www.beatport.com/release/for-the-fucking-crowd/5157579Release Date: 18-07-2025 ALL PREMIERS: soundcloud.com/progressiveastronaut/sets/premieres ALL FREE DOWNLOADS: soundcloud.com/progressiveastronaut/sets/free-downloads

Right on cue for rocking this summer's dance floors, SvT stalwarts Hidden Empire are back with a vengeance. An unstoppable DJ weapon bound to wreak sheer havoc in its wake, 'Cali's Sun' finds the iconic duo at its dazzling finest, all set at unleashing maximum horsepower upon subjugated crowds. Where the opening track 'Got Me' goes all in with a potent mix of bass-driven barrage fire, sizzling synthwaves and zippy pep talk, serving up the kind of in-your-face workout that shall leave no muscle unscathed, the title-track cranks the pressure two notches up with a rugged alloy of abrasive bass and brooding machine funk, ready to take dance floors by storm with unrestrained impact and head-on brazenness. The result is a brutal, no-surrender pair of cuts inbound for the most insane club and festival experience. True grit. Buy: VA.lnk.to/HiddenEmpire_CalisSun_StilvorTalentRelease Date: 18-07-2025 ALL PREMIERS: soundcloud.com/progressiveastronaut/sets/premieres ALL FREE DOWNLOADS:�

The NOW label continues its journey into the uncharted with the second edition of Limitless, a cutting-edge various artists series showcasing the genre-defying pulse of modern electronic music. This chapter welcomes a new wave of forward-thinking producers. David Lindmer, Alphadog open the release with a powerful statement: a cinematic, peak-time track that fuses emotional depth with relentless drive. Deviu, Alessio Pennati follow with a textured, progressive melodic journey, expansive, and rich in atmosphere. Closing the release is Transformation, delivering a dark, brooding cut that explores the tension between restraint and release, evoking both introspection and dancefloor momentum. With Limitless, NOW continues to break down barriers elevating voices that redefine the possibilities of sound. Buy: www.beatport.com/release/limitless-2/5159307Release Date: 18-07-2025 ALL PREMIERS: soundcloud.com/progressiveastronaut/sets/premieres ALL FREE DOWNLOADS: soundcloud.com/

Balance Music bring you This Is Balance Croatia 2025, the Official Festival Album Sampler to get you in the mood for the inaugural Balance Croatia Festival. This August, between Thursday 7th and Monday 11th, thousands of like-minded revellers descend on the beautiful Garden Resort in Tisno, Croatia and the legendary Barbarella’s for the Opening Party, for the sold-out Balance Croatia Festival 2025 to come together as one, in their love of Progressive dance music. In a space perfectly designed for hot summer days, glorious golden hours and warm, sacred nights, the sold-out festival is set to be a truly unmissable event. Featuring 14 incredible, exclusive tracks from Hernán Cattaneo, Lost Desert, DJ Ruby, Miss Melera, and more, This Is Balance Croatia 2025 is available from 11th July, exactly month before the final day of the festival, giving you plenty of time to whet your appetite. Carefully curated from this year’s lineup, the compilation highlights the festival’s music

Musique de Lune opens the month of July by welcoming Roman to the label for his debut EP. Hailing from Argentina but now calling Spain home, Valentín Romano aka Roman has enjoyed a quick rise within the global progressive house scene. Although less than a year into production career as Roman, the Malaga resident's contemporary club-effective sound has earned the praise of Eelke Kleijn, Ezequiel Arias, Hernan Cattaneo, Mariano Mellino and Nick Warren, amongst others, while releases via Of Us Records and Univack sit as discography highlights. Also an accomplished DJ, Roman has taken his impeccable track selection and smooth programming to prestigious venues around the world, most notably Ministry Of Sound UK and Eden, Ibiza, while sharing the stage with Dixon, Echonomist, Guy J, Hernan Cattaneo and Patrice Bäumel. With 2025 being highlighted by a contribution to onedotsixtwo's Future Blueprints III collection, Roman now adds Musique de Lune to his resume with the Hernan Cattaneo favo

Distraction isn't always our enemy - sometimes it's the spark that leads us to new inspiration, fresh energy, and unexpected directions. Distraction it's an invitation to let go, dive deep, and discover something unexpected on the dance floor. Driven by hypnotic grooves and rolling basslines, this track blurs the line between reality and imagination combining the signature sounds from Flanko & Carbon. Surrender to the distraction, and you might just find a new source of energy, creativity, or connection. Sometimes you just need to rise above it all. “Elevate” is about letting go of the weight that holds you down and feeling yourself drift upwards—toward new perspectives, new adventures, and a sense of pure freedom. This is a track for those moments when you want to break through the clouds and see the world in a new light. Let “Elevate” be your escape, your reset, your reminder that there’s always another level waiting for you - if you’re willing to reach for it.

Ukrainian producer, based in Poland, returns to Radikon with a driving two-track release for Catalogue Number 96. Inert leads with sharp rap vocals from KXNE, pushing through heavy bass and relentless drums. The track is raw, high-impact, and built for peak-time sets. On the flip, Vegas 98 delivers a hypnotic groove with repetitive vocals, tight percussion, and deep low-end pressure—a track made for late-night floors and focused listeners. His Inert Ep is a powerful statement from a core member of the Radikon family. His tracks are precise, stripped-back, and straight to the point. Buy: www.beatport.com/release/inert/5138516Release Date: 04-07-2025 ALL PREMIERS: soundcloud.com/progressiveastronaut/sets/premieres ALL FREE DOWNLOADS: soundcloud.com/progressiveastronaut/sets/free-downloads ALL PODCAST EPISODES: soundcloud.com/progressiveastronaut/sets/progressive-astronaut-mixes

Teho makes his debut on Purified Records with his two-track ‘Meteor’ EP - a stunning exploration of melodic techno’s emotional and sonic extremes. With a sound rooted in deep emotion and cinematic tension, the French producer delivers a masterclass in storytelling through sound. Opening with the title track, ‘Meteor’ immediately immerses listeners in a world of swirling atmospheres and intricate textures. A standout synth top line cuts through the mix with elegance, rising over pulsing low-end and crisp percussion. Rich with dynamic contrasts and soaring melodic motifs, ‘Meteor’ showcases Teho’s ability to create tension and release with surgical precision - blending sweeping harmonics with driving energy to form an expansive, cinematic journey. On the flip side, ‘Deep Down’ reveals a darker, grittier facet of Teho’s artistry. Anchored by raw basslines and taut melodic phrasing, the track explores a more underground dimension while retaining his signature