GIOKA – Noa EP [Dreamlife] The inaugural release on Dreamlife finds label owners Kamilo Sanclemente and Giovanny Aparicio unveiling their new GIOKA alias. With an ethos centred around deep organic house, the Colombian artists start a new journey with the inception of Dreamlife. Backed by a freeform concept, the label looks to nurture new talent, while also playing host to select industry veterans. Now embarking on their debut release it seems only appropriate that Kamilo and Giovanny launch the imprint with a three track showcase from their new GIOKA project. Both Kamilo and Giovanny are much loved for their exploration of all things progressive minded but now begins a new chapter in deeper, organic sound with GIOKA. The meeting of two such creative minds is always an exciting prospect and they deliver three stunning pieces of music beginning with the title selection ‘Noa’. Coming in at a smooth, free flowing tempo, it’s a deep, soulful and incredibly charming seven minute journey. Dusty atmospheres an Read More
John Rayet & Cusp – Words [Polyptych] The latest release from Polyptych welcomes John Rayet & Cusp to the label for their debut single. Hailing from Switzerland and New Zealand respectively, this marks John's first ever release under his new alias, while Cusp has found a home on Intellect Records, NACHT and PRDS Direct since first arriving in 2017. Now coming together for their first collaboration, John and Cusp present 'Words' alongside remixes from Pysh and Naanù. The mystical vibes of the original set the tone for the entire release. Intriguing vocal samples and a warped yet incredibly catchy lead hook are immediately striking. Linear and stomping, it's dance floor appeal is undeniable and a concise six minute running time only accentuates that. Simplicity is the key and a well crafted break which expands on the vocal narrative, while building anticipation through subtle modulation add just the right shift in energy for a pleasant dance floor romp. First up on the remixes is Pysh who is widely regarded for his r Read More
Max Blade – Moonlook [Stellar Fountain] Stellar Fountain continues a strong spring season by welcoming Max Blade back to the label for a new single. Based in Santa Fe, the Argentinean artist first appeared on the Hungarian imprint in March of last year with a remix (in conjunction with Alejo Gonzalez) of 'Merciless Battles' by Magnovis. Also finding a home on John Digweed's Bedrock Records and Nick Warren's The Soundgarden, Max now returns to Stellar Fountain with 'Moonlook' alongside remixes from Renga Weh and Mauro Augugliaro. Beginning with the original mix Max showcases the pure progressive sensibilities he's become so loved for. Backed by a warm pulsating groove, smooth rhythms and clattering percussion, it’s both energetic and fluid. Wispy atmospherics and a haunting arp advance the narrative across the first act, before smoothly seguing into the main break. Brief but impactful, the centrepiece brings a calming effect with gaseous atmospheres and a ghostly wail, perfectly setting up a hypnotic final act. The f Read More
Starkato – Sunspots [Movement Recordings] The latest release from Tash's Movement Recordings welcomes Starkato back to the label for a new EP. The German artist has found a comfortable home on the Greek imprint with this being his ninth appearance. Also laying claim to releases on Hernan Cattaneo's Sudbeat Music, Beatfreak and ICONYC, the Wiesbaden resident remains an in-demand talent across the melodic techno landscape. Having most recently collaborated with Movement boss Tash on 'SQR', Starkato now makes a welcome return to the label with 'Sunspots' alongside a remix from D-Nox and K.A.L.I.L. Spread across four tracks it's the progressive techno crossover sound of the title track which leads the EP off. Dark and punchy from the outset it's robust low end and crisp stabs make an immediate impact, while driving percussion and luminous arps fill in the framework. Smooth chord changes and poignant overlays advance the narrative into emotive territory, before becoming fully realized during the main break and fiery finale. Con Read More
Rolhay – Cold Cloud [Seta Label] Seta Label opens the spring season by welcoming Rolhay back to the label for a new single. The Hungarian artist first appeared on the Slovakian imprint in February of last year with the well received 'Blue Function' EP. Subsequent releases on Dynamica, Le Platine Records and Massive Harmony Records rounded out what was a successful year. Now following 2020 outings for Conceptual and Monocord Records, the Budapest resident lands back on Seta Label with 'Cold Cloud' alongside remixes from Sensoreal and Tomin Tomovic. Sitting in the creative space between deep house and techno, borderless is often a term aptly associated with Rolhay's music. The original mix sits firmly in the former category with its deep dulcet tones, warm bass swells and dubbed out motifs. Building in waves, it's a series of haunting overlays which sits as the primary theme, perfectly blanketing spacey effects, fragmented arps and finely tuned percussion, across a concise and cosmic seven-minute journey. The fi Read More
Facundo Sosa – Eternity [Soundteller Records] The latest release from Deersky's Soundteller Records welcomes Facundo Sosa back to the label for his debut EP. Based in Buenos Aires, the Argentinean artist first appeared on the Polish imprint in April of last year with a contribution to the label’s popular ‘Vibrant Vibeland’ Sampler. The track 'Kintaro' resonated with progressive music fans due to it's deep yet powerful journey. Also finding a home on Deepwibe Underground and Onestar Records, Facundo now returns to Soundteller with 'Eternity'. Beginning with the title track Facundo crafts a dark, sinister creation that’s nicely geared for peaktime play. Punchy beats and subterranean bass unite for a powerful low end, while piercing stabs and fiery percussion add mightily to its electric nature. Spacey and dramatic, astral artefacts and cosmic arps take the narrative into a tense break, melting down to wall of shimmering electronics, before a lengthy and monumentally epic build cues a crushing drop. The dark, brooding Read More
Audioglider – Even a Stopped Clock [Another Life Music] Another Life edge closer to the summer season by welcoming Audioglider to the label for his debut single. The UK artist has been a fixture of the progressive music underground since first arriving just over a decade ago. Regarded as one of the genre’s more creative artists, the London resident often drifts outside the movement's traditional barriers, incorporating deeper, esoteric and even shoegaze elements in his music. Releases on ICONYC, Soundteller Records, Stellar Fountain and Sudbeat beam brightly from his well kept discography, as he looks forward to 2020's third quarter. Now following a release on Chris Cargo's If You Wait imprint, Audioglider debuts on Another Life with 'Even a Stopped Clock' alongside remixes from Ge Bruny, Kenshi Kamaro and Stan Seba. Beginning with the original Audioglider moves into deeper territory with a redolent groove, smooth rhythms and dreamy vocal wails. It’s both alluring and mysterious, with wispy effects and beefy drums advancing the nar Read More
Santini – Lies [Strange Town Recordings] Strange Town Recordings welcomes label stalwart Santini back for a new single entitled 'Lies'. The Canadian artist is making his third appearance on the Montreal imprint following the 'Beluga' single from February of last year and the April 2018 SpeakOf colab entitled 'Melodrama'. Now following a remix for Gonza Rodriguez to begin the year, Santini returns to Strange Town with a new single alongside remixes from Tantum and Kenan Savrun. Beginning with the original mix Santini flexes the progressive minded side of his studio repertoire. Punchy and dynamic from the outset, it’s tough, rolling groove provides a large presence while striking stabs and rugged bass tones fill in the framework. A vocal narrative and catchy arp then get introduced, elevating mood and complementing the groove quite nicely. Evolving as the breakdown takes shape, the vocal commands your full attention, before clusters of drums and tasteful modulation set up a dark drop and suitably strong finale. The fir Read More
DJ San & Sebastian Moore – Virga [Balkan Connection] DJ San returns to Balkan Connection alongside countryman Sebastian Moore with 'Virga'. Having remixed GMJ's excellent 'Oranai' in April, the famed Dutch artist now lands back on the Serbian imprint alongside a remix from GMJ & Matter. DJ San's long history in electronic music is well noted, highlighted by play and support from John Digweed, John 00 Fleming and James Holden, as well as releases on Armada and Outta Limits. Here he teams up with fellow Dutchman Sebastian Moore for a classic progressive workout. Groovy and musical in equal measure, the duo carve out a floor friendly foundation adorned with ghostly vocal wails, fiery percussion and soulful instrumentation, the latter of which carries into the main break for a spectacular interlude. Two artists that never seem to put a foot wrong are GMJ and Matter. Firm favourites of progressive house tastemakers Hernan Cattaneo and Nick Warren, the Aussie duo have had a hand in some of the genre's most memorable tracks in recent ye Read More
Eric Lune – Embers Remixes [Sound Avenue] Madloch's Sound Avenue imprint continues a strong spring season by showcasing new interpretations of Eric Lune's 'Embers'. Originally released in October of 2019, it's smooth yet euphoric moods saw play from Hernan Cattaneo, while also being one of the Aussie artist's best selling tracks of the year. Now looking to revive this musical gem for the warm months ahead, Sound Avenue invites Death On The Balcony and GMJ to re-imagine the track. Sitting at the heart of the organic house underground are Death On The Balcony. Arriving on the scene more than a decade ago, the UK duo have compiled an impressive resume, highlighted by releases on All Day I Dream, Akbal Music, Do Not Sit On The Furniture and Kindisch. In what has proven to be a fruitful creative partnership the duo continue to earn the praise of their contemporaries and tastemakers alike. Now following a remix for Pablo Bolivar's Seven Villas imprint, Death On The Balcony debut on Sound Avenue with a gorgeous take on 'Embers'. Read More