Guy Maayan – Light in the Sky [Sol Selectas] Guy Maayan drops a delightful EP called Light in the Sky, and it includes three magical organic house tracks. The release comes from Sabo’s record label Sol Selectas, which has released many of Guy Maayan’s tracks across its numerous compilations. It’s hard to believe this is only the first time Guy Maayan has released a solo EP through Sol Selectas, but its proof good things come to those who wait, as it’s a well-crafted release where each track has been perfected down to the finest detail. The drums are a combination of sequenced samples and live fills or loops, but they have been seamlessly stitched together into a colourful tapestry that has beautiful melodies woven through it. Two of the tracks, “Niache” and “Uplaya” have live trumpets and invigorating percussion. “Niache” also has trippy guitar chords and a stunning vocal as part of its Afro house groove. “Uplaya” is a prime example of deep organic house with melodic pads and dreamy melodies. Read More
TEELCO – Xenon [Movement Recordings] Tash’s Movement Recordings opens the month of November by welcoming TEELCO back to the label for his debut solo EP. Based in Albania, TEELCO has been a fixture of the progressive house underground for the better part of a decade. Noted for his deep melodic sound, the Tirana resident first emerged on the strength of tracks for Balkan Connection's BC2 and Soundteller Records, making him a name to watch going forward. The next decade would see TEELCO further hone his craft and notch standout releases for Deep Down Music, Mango Alley, RKP and Univack, while earning the praise of genre tastemakers Hernan Cattaneo and Mariano Mellino. Also finding a home on Movement Recordings, TEELCO made his label debut in resounding fashion alongside fellow countryman Maze 28 with the three-track showcase ‘Sense’. Now, returning to the label in solo capacity, TEELCO unveils his ‘Xenon’ EP, alongside remixes from Kostya Outta and Rudra. The crunchy melodic vibes of ‘Xenon’ set any precon Read More
Redspace & ISMAIL.M – Jamevu EP [RKP] Ruben Karapentyan’s RKP welcomes Redspace and ISMAIL.M back to the label for their second EP project. Hailing from Russia and Bulgaria respectively, both Redspace and ISMAIL.M have made their mark on the electronic underground through successful solo productions. The duo's combined discography is highlighted by releases via Juicebox Music, Mango Alley, Transensations and Univack, while world class DJs Black Coffee, Dubfire, John Digweed, Mind Against and more have been supporters along the way. April of this year marked the duo’s RKP debut with the release of ‘Avenue’, a two-track showcase which delivered significant dancefloor attention across the spring season. Now paired once again for RKP, Redspace and ISMAIL.M return to the label with ‘Jamevu’. Beginning with the groovy monochromes of 'Jamevu’, the duo continues to explore the modern progressive blueprints from which they have made their name. A DJ friendly intro sets the pace for swing heavy rhythms, vibrant ar Read More
ELECGROUND – Intergalactic Monster | Humanity [Clubsonica Records] Clubsonica opens the month of November by welcoming ELECGROUND to the label for their debut EP. Hailing from Russia and made up of Sergey Silvertone, Eugene Amadeus and Andrey Uchvat, ELECGROUND first emerged in 2022 with an EP via Beatfreak's Limited division. The two-track showcase would establish the trio's multidimensional sound, one where a perfect marriage of groovy rhythms, unusual harmonic structures and atmospheric elements co-ax for a club-effective approach. Releases via Digital Emotions, Future Avenue, La Foresta, and Magnitude, amongst others would follow across the next two calendar years, making the trio a rising force in Russia's electronic underground. Now, following a summer EP for AH Digital, ELECGROUND continues on an upwards trajectory, adding Clubsonica to their resume with 'Humanity | Intergalactic Monster', alongside remixes from Pablo Arbelaez and Juan Deminicis. Beginning with the fluid sounds of 'Humanity', ELECGROUND aims squarely for the dancefloor wit Read More
Rockka – Black Sands [SLC-6 Music] D.J. MacIntyre's SLC-6 Music continues a strong fourth quarter by showcasing new interpretations of Rockka's 'Black Sands'. Hailing from Sri Lanka, Rockka aka Lakith Adikaram has been releasing his own unique style of progressive music for the better part of three years. Making his mark through a series of Droid9 releases featuring deep and atmospheric grooves, Rockka demonstrated his mastery, paving the way for a notable ascent early in his career. Although younger than most of his contemporaries, the Nugegoda resident impressed going forward, quickly landing projects with Balkan Connection, Clubsonica, Mango Alley, RKP and Yomo Records. SLC-6 Music has also been a comfortable landing spot for Rockka, with two originals and a remix released across 2023, one of those being 'Black Sands' which was part of the SIX: Stage-16 collection. Now, looking to inject new life into the track, SLC-6 calls upon Nicolas Benedetti, Dr Green and Matias Vega to re-imagine the production in their own es Read More
Brisboys – Don’t Go Changing [Brisbeats Records] Brisbeats Records continues their resurgence with a new single from label boss Brisboys. Hailing from Ireland, John Manning aka Brisboys has been a fixture of the progressive house underground for the better part of three decades. As a DJ first, John found his place amongst Northern Ireland's burgeoning nightlife, holding down residences, both radio and club, dating all the way back to the late nineties. After a chance meeting with fellow countryman Ciaran Duffy (RIP) in Australia in 2008, the duo formed the Brisboys alias, going on to release projects for Frequenza, Krafted Digital, One Of A Kind and the infamous Rising High. A four-year hiatus to focus on the Bemannte & Bruder alias shelved the Brisboys moniker until earlier this year, a time when John took the reins in solo capacity and subsequently rebooted his Brisbeats Records imprint. June would see the label return in grand fashion with 'Sunset Dreams', a Brisboys creation complete with nostalgic progressive vibes and remixes Read More
Federico Monachesi & Nicolas Viana – Elevation [Or Two Strangers] Antrim’s Or Two Strangers opens the fall season with a new collaborative project from Federico Monachesi and Nicolas Viana. With a career that spans the better part of two decades, Argentinean artist Federico Monachesi has firmly etched his place within his country's progressive house history. The Tucuman resident lays claim to an impressive resume, highlighted by releases via Balkan Connection, Movement Recordings and Sendas, in turn earning him the support of Hernan Cattaneo, Nick Warren, Eelke Kleijn and Nick Muir. Meanwhile, Nicolas Viana first emerged three years ago and has enjoyed a meteoric ascent in the world of progressive and organic house. On the strength of a contribution to One Of A Kind's 'Melody Masters Exclusive' collection, Nicolas would go on to record projects for Amulanga, Kindisch, Melody Of The Soul, Musique de Lune and Renaissance, amongst others. Now, fresh off a remix for Blackhole offshoot Songspire, Nicolas returns to Or Two Strangers alongside label debu Read More
Aubrey Fry ft. her majesti – Like a Crime Remixes [Musique de Lune Noire] Musique de Lune Noire opens 2024's fourth quarter by presenting new interpretations of Aubrey Fry's 'Like A Crime'. With signings to Sasha's Last Night On Earth, John Digweed's Bedrock Records, and Nick Warren's The Soundgarden, Aubrey's sonic creations have captivated audiences across the globe, from the streets of Miami to the neon-lit alleys of Tokyo. Beyond his accolades as an electronic music producer, Aubrey's prowess extends to his electrifying DJ sets, where he takes listeners on a journey through the depths of sound. Sharing stages with legends like Dave Clarke, Guy J, Jody Wisternoff and John Digweed, Aubrey's sets are a masterclass in diversity, effortlessly traversing a multitude of genres with finesse and flair. With 2023 being highlighted by his latest vehicle for Bedrock Records, the well-received three-track showcase 'Riser', Aubrey began his 2024 release schedule with 'Like A Crime', his debut for Musique de Lune's Noire division. Beloved for it's catchy vocal and Ind Read More
Various Artists – GLBLMVMT7 – Exploring Greece [Movement Recordings] The latest release on Tash's Movement Recordings finds the label showcasing the seventh installment of its 'GLBLMVMT' series. These region-specific compilations were first unveiled in 2018 with Federico Monachesi curating the progressive hotbed of Argentina. Moving forward, the label has unveiled a new edition each year, with Colombia, Cyprus, India, France and Sri Lanka being the chosen destinations, expertly curated by NuFects, Paul and Don, Aaryan, Wielki and Kyotto across the next four years. Now unveiling the seventh and much anticipated edition, Movement calls upon George Theodoridis aka Theologic to curate the label's home country of Greece, with exclusive new music from Themis Georgoudis, Billka, Theologic, Danny Alpha, MANNER, Nico Repits and Reflect Future. Selection one welcomes Themis Georgoudis back to the label for his second appearance. Hailing from Greece, Themis Georgoudis first emerged in 2021 with a contribution to UPFILTER's 'Sub Sessions' series. Immediately re Read More
Avaddon – Hands Up [Astral Records] Continuing to add exciting new talent to their roster, Astral Records welcomes Avaddon to label for their debut EP. In between the spiraling melodies and the subtly evolving layers, Avaddon is an example of deeply moving, dark, and emotional electronic music. Hailing from Israel, the duo first emerged in 2022 with a three-track showcase via Us & Them Records. Noted for a sound that utilizes a techno framework, Avaddon often pulls elements from ambient, trance, and even rock music into their productions, resulting in a sonic signature that is undeniably their own. Subsequent releases via Siamese and SIZE, coupled with support from Adriatique would solidify the Tel Aviv residents as a rising force within the world of melodic house and techno. Now, following a contribution to ERRROR's 'WRRONG TRACKS' collection, Avaddon adds Astral to their resume with a two-track showcase 'Hands Up'. Title selection ‘Hands Up’ further cements Avaddon’s dancefloor minded ethos with its dynamic d Read More