Various Artists – Vibrant Vibeland Vol. 12 [Soundteller Records] As the year enters it's final quarter Deersky's Soundteller Records unveils Volume 12 of their 'Vibrant Vibeland' series. The long running compilation showcase has become a favourite amongst progressive music fans. It has given a wide range of up and coming artists a chance to showcase their music on one of the genre's longest running labels and most well respected labels. With the continued rise of organic and melodic house, these trends have been cemented in Soundteller's music policy, highlighted by 2020 releases from B.A.X and Marcelo Paladini. Also finding a place in the label's 'Vibrant Vibeland' series, the most recent edition features a cohesive blend of deeper organic house through to melodic house and techno, with traditional progressive music sitting as the primary focus. The latest installment also comes as the label's most expansive to date with sixteen fresh tracks to choose from, featuring in order of appearance: Gaston Sosa, Juan Martin (AR), Agustín Ficarra, Nannini, Read More
RIGOONI – When Midnight Comes [Higher States] Roger Martinez's Higher States continues a great year by welcoming RIGOONI to the label for his debut single. Hailing from São Paulo, Vinícius Souza aka RIGOONI has been rising out of Brazil's burgeoning electronic music underground. 2019 was highlighted by an appearance on Nick Warren's Balance compilation, setting the stage nicely for a 2020 release on the legendary DJ's The Soundgarden imprint. Subsequent offerings courtesy of MNL, One Of A Kind and Strangers Beats have made for a breakout year. Now fresh off a remix for Luka Sambe's 'Alive Is The Meaning', the Brazilian artist debuts on Higher States with 'When Midnight Comes', alongside a remix from Alex O'Rion. Often sitting in the creative space between organic and progressive house, RIGOONI once again amalgamates those sensibilities on 'When Midnight Comes'. Anchored by a warm, spacious groove, its atmospheric scope comes up quickly, with glowing overlays and blissful swells layering a bed of effervescent percussion. Haun Read More
Mariner + Domingo – Here I Am EP [Stellar Fountain] Mariner + Domingo continue a remarkable rise with their debut EP for Stellar Fountain. The US duo has taken the progressive and organic house scenes by storm in 2020 via releases on Balkan Connection, One Of A Kind, RYNTH and The Purr. The US artists have an extensive history in electronic music, dating all the way back to the early nineties when the Florida club scene was a central hub for the movement. Fast forward over 25 years and Mariner + Domingo are crafting some of the finest melodic music of the moment. Now making a much anticipated Stellar Fountain debut, the duo present 'Here I Am' alongside remixes from Daniel van der Zwaag and Gadi Mitrani. Beginning with the title selection Mariner + Domingo effortlessly blend warm beats, perfectly sculpted bass and a wide array of exotic percussion. The production is absolutely sensational; vibrant and alive, it sets the course for billowing and Mediterranean themes to intertwine, while vocal overlays and heartfelt sonics carry the p Read More
Various Artists – ADE 2020 Sampler [Clubsonica Records] The latest release from Clubsonica Records finds the label showcasing the 2020 edition of its ADE Sampler. The Amsterdam Dance Event has become one of electronic music's most important annual gatherings. One where a wide variety of artists, DJ's, event promoters and industry brands are showcased over the week-long event. In the wake of CoronaVirus, the 2020 incarnation will be a unique experience, with the event happening virtually, in an online or digital only format. The much-anticipated gathering continues to be a testing ground for the fall season's biggest releases. Compiled by label boss Juan Pablo Torrez, Clubsonica Records presents the much anticipated 2020 edition of their ADE Sampler, with new music from (in order of appearance) Brian Muszkat, Mariano Favre, Mental Order and Tim Othy, Stae and Wabe. Hailing from Argentina and leading the collection off is Brian Muszkat who makes his label debut. The Buenos Aires resident has been rising out of his country's progressive mu Read More
Gaston Ponte – Sorcery [Or Two Strangers] Antrim’s Or Two Strangers welcomes Gaston Ponte to the label for his debut EP. With the backing of Hernan Cattaneo and Nick Warren, the Buenos Aires resident remains one of his country’s fastest rising progressive music talents. A selective release schedule has seen the Argentine notch key offerings for Asymmetric Recordings, Balkan Connection, Droid9 and Soundteller Records. Now fresh off his well received ‘Quadrant’ single for Strange Town Recordings, Gaston debuts on Or Two Strangers with ‘Sorcery’. Made up of three tracks it’s the electric qualities of the title cut which gets the EP off to a great start. Full and fluid, it’s muscular low end, detailed percussion and buzzing rhythms unite for a striking first act. A storyboard of vibrant arps and fragmented effects continue to build the narrative, eventually revealing a tranquil overlay which initiates the main break. As the centrepiece evolves so to does its emotive appeal, with placid atmospheres descending ov Read More
AxeLara – Epifania | Apus [Just Movement] The latest release from Just Movement welcomes AxeLara back to the label for a new EP. The Argentinean artist has found a comfortable home on the Dutch imprint following his label debut in 2017 with a contribution to the 'Summer' Vol.3 compilation series. The Mar Del Plata resident has since gone on to release two EPs and appear on Volume's Four and Five of the aforementioned mentioned 'Summer' series. Now following a contribution to Stellar Fountain's 'Signals From the Void' - Part 5, AxeLara returns to Just Movement with 'Epifania | Apus' alongside remixes from Stage Van H and Ewan Rill. Beginning with 'Epifania', AxeLara dives into the pure progressive side of his repertoire. It's punchy beats and subterranean groove carry a large presence, while waves of clattering percussion and rolling rhythms advance the narrative. As momentum builds, fragmented melodies and trippy arps play off each other for dynamic moments. Free flowing into the break, hazy harmonics add drama and charact Read More
Various Artists – Exoplanet 001 [pad] The inaugural release on pad records finds the label showcasing the first installment of their 'Exoplanet' series. Founded by Rodrigo Lapena and Rodrigo Ramírez, with Gonzalo Sacc as acting manager, the Argentinean imprint has an ethos centred around intelligent progressive music. Based out of Buenos Aires and backed by an open concept, the label looks to nurture new and rising talent, while also playing host to some of the genres most beloved artists. Now embarking on their debut release the label unveils an expansive collection of music which makes up 'Exoplanet' 001. Pulling from their country's exceptional pool of talent, the ten track compilation explores various shades of progressive minded music, from more peak time inspired cuts to deep hypnotic groovers. Featured on the release are (in order of appearance) Rodrigo Lapena & Gonzalo Sacc, DosTres, Nicholas Van Orton, Julian Nates, Juan Sapia, JFR, Geronimo Eguiguren, Frankie M, Fabri Lopez and Enzo Corigliano. Argentina's supr Read More
G Coulter & Guy Gadbois – Plume [Soundteller Records] G Coulter & Guy Gadbois return to Deersky's Soundteller Records for their debut single 'Plume'. Hailing from the UK and Sweden respectively, the duo first appeared on the Polish imprint in July of this year with a contribution to the popular 'Vibrant Vibeland' series. Also laying claim to releases on nostalgic imprints such as Lost Language and Platipus, G Coulter & Guy Gadbois now follow up an appearance on Droid9 South America with 'Plume' alongside remixes from Martin Andrioli and Silinder. Having already gained already recognition for their melodic take on progressive music, G Coulter & Guy Gadbois further that sentiment with 'Plume'. Anchored by a warm robust groove, the character and shape of the foundation is immediately striking. Clattering percussion and an array of wispy effects fill in the framework nicely, as haunting vocal wails descend over a bubbly arp. The break works these themes beautifully through subtle modulation, before elegantly peaking for a finale of emot Read More
Eze Colombo & Daniel Gomez – Keep Your Eyes on the Sky [Balkan Connection] Balkan Connection's latest welcomes Eze Colombo & Daniel Gomez to the label for their debut single. Hailing from Argentina and Mexico respectively, Eze and Daniel have been occasional studio partners since the release of 'Internal Flight' in April of last year via Modern Architect. Subsequent releases for Just Movement and PHW Elements solidified what has become a strong partnership. Now landing on Balkan Connection for their first appearance, Eze Colombo & Daniel Gomez present 'Keep Your Eyes on the Sky' alongside remixes from Giovanny Aparicio, Gux Jimenez and Alan Cerra. The original mix kicks the release off with both groovy and melodic qualities. It’s rolling cadence is nicely accentuated with exotic drums and fuzzy tonal textures. Timely effects and a catchy arp further the storyboard, leading to a break highlighted by piano motifs and esoteric moods, perfectly setting up a rousing finale. The three remixes all add nicely to the original with Giovanny Aparicio being fir Read More
Weekend Heroes – Redemption [HIGARA] The latest release from HIGARA finds label bosses Weekend Heroes back in the spotlight with 'Redemption'. The Tel Aviv residents have been one of Israel's most highly regarded electronic music acts for the better part of two decades. Their psychedelic roots have morphed into a hybrid sound that continues to find favour with a broad range of top tier DJs and music fans alike. Now following the September release of their 'Nomads' single, Weekend Heroes present 'Redemption'. Forever exploring the amalgamation of progressive house and techno, Weekend Heroes dial in a true dance floor burner with 'Redemption'. Backed by a tight, crunchy groove and layers of metallic percussion, it’s fiery drive quickly becomes infectious. Vocal overlays and astral effects offset each other beautifully, making for a unique contrast of glow and grit. The main break advances the narrative with a mega lead melody taking centrestage. Super catchy and pristinely processed for sensory saturating effects, it Read More