Michael A – Bright Hope BCSA Remix Edition [Balkan Connection South America] The latest release on Nicholas Van Orton's Balkan Connection South America finds the label presenting the latest instalment of their Editions series. Featured are two excellent productions from Michael A's excellent 'Bright Hope' EP which was originally released on Proton Music in February of this year. Now we see BCSA's two foremost artists Nicolas Rada and label boss Nicholas Van Orton providing new interpretations for the summer season. First up is the on fire Nicolas Rada who has become one of BCSA's biggest contributors in recent years. A favourite of Hernan Cattaneo and a staple in Beatport's progressive house charts the Argentinean artist delivers another on the money production here. Deep, spacious and incredibly groovy, you immediately get a sense for Nicolas' amazing cadence. The finely tuned percussion is a definite standout, crisp and full of pop it's complements the rolling groove and trailing effects perfectly. The looping vocals are an ethereal delight and it' Read More
East Cafe – Drops In A Downpour [SoulArt Recordings] SoulArt Recordings returns this week with a brand new single from East Cafe. The Hungarian label made a huge statement with their first release, the long awaited debut album of Robert R. Hardy. It proved to be an immense success reaching #4 in the Beatport Progressive House Top 100 and #23 overall. It was also Robert's finest work to date and is still getting a fair share of play even two months after its release. Now comes time for SoulArt to introduce another Hungarian talent to the label with East Cafe delivering his first single entitled 'Drops In A Downpour'. Known for his chunked up, beefy grooves East Cafe has also become a favourite amongst top DJs including Hernan Cattaneo. On 'Drops In A Downpour' we see the Hungarian at his musical best with a summery creation that going to stick with you for quite some time. It's strong framework makes it ideal for the dance floor and as always you get a large and well carved foundation. The highlight would have to be the break for all Read More
Ziger – Faith In The Future [Movement Recordings] The 146th release on Tash's Movement Recordings welcomes Ziger back to the label for a brand new single. The Greek artist last appeared on the Greek imprint in May of 2016 with a remix of Michael A's '17 Pounds'. Now fresh off an EP for Hernan Cattaneo's Sudbeat Music Ziger makes his much anticipated return to Movement with 'Faith in the Future' alongside remixes from SEQU3l and Matan Caspi. Much loved for his pure progressive house sound Ziger sticks to roots on 'Faith in the Future' and delivers one of the genres true gems. Anchored by pulsating tones and meaty kicks the piece moves through a variety of pensive motifs over its seven minute journey. Energetic yet meditative; solemn synths, luminous textures and subtle hooks wrap around the framework, ultimately leading to a charming break. Dulcet and dreamy, the one minute interlude shifts planes as the beats fade off before a tasteful build takes you back into the cosmos. The first interpretation of 'Faith in the Future' Read More
Dmitry Molosh – Expression [Clubsonica Records] The 32nd release on Clubsonica Records welcomes Dmitry Molosh back to the label for a brand new single. Following releases on Hernan Cattaneo’s Sudbeat Music, Cid Inc’s Replug Records and Guy Mantzur’s Plattenbank Records, Dmitry closed out 2016 with his first single for the Colombian imprint. 'Glow' went on to achieve both critical and commercial success, earning praise from Sasha and Hernan Cattaneo, while also fairing well in Beatport's progressive house charts. Now making his much anticipated return to Clubsonica Dmitry presents his latest studio creation entitled 'Expression', alongside remixes from Kamilo Sanclemente & Golan Zocher, LoQuai and Jonnas B. Having grown into one of the label's primary artists, Dmitry delivers what would have to be his most sought after track of the year. Beginning with chunky bass tones, detailed percussion and electric stabs the piece has an immediate allure. As its rolling groove gains momentum devilish effects flow through the frame Read More
Antti Rasi – Liitäjä [Sound Avenue] The 84th release on Madloch's Sound Avenue imprint finds the label welcoming Antti Rasi back to the label for a brand new single. The Finnish artist last appeared on the Belgian imprint with a remix of 'Buen Dia' by Matias Vila which was released in December of last year. Now returning for a much anticipated follow up to his 'In My Dreams We Are Numb' EP Antti presents 'Liitäjä' alongside remixes from Speaking In Tongues, Matias Vila and BP. Long regarded as one of the most underappreciated talents in the underground Antti's unique sound shines once again on 'Liitäjä'. Beginning with a deep, organic and utterly engaging groove you're taken on a spellbinding eight minute journey. Astral effects and mallet-like motifs set a unique mood early before a cross-cultural vocal enlightens the senses. As it's wobbly groove grinds forward, scattered drums and frayed percussion add to its swing heavy appeal, before further variation on the vocal takes things into trippier territory, c Read More
Esensides – Brenda / Roses [Or Two Strangers] The eighth release on Antrim's Or Two Strangers imprint welcomes Esensides to the label for their debut EP. Greek artists Billy Alex & Vaggelis Tasoudis make up the Esensides production duo and began their collaborative project with a release on dPen’s The Last Of Us Music in 2015. Adding carefully to their discography the duo has now showcased their music on Praveen Achary's Juicebox imprint and PHW Elements, while earning continued support from Hernan Cattaneo in the process. Now making their much anticipated Or Two Strangers debut Esensides present their latest studio creations ‘Brenda’ and ‘Roses'. The duo's deep, progressive minded sound is on full display here, with the lead cut 'Brenda' striking a strong emotional chord. It's intricate and tightly knit framework is crafted to perfection with spacey effects and ethereal melodies converging for the ultimate sonic story. Chunky bass stabs carve out a shapely groove while smooth chord changes and indistinct vocals l Read More
Anton MAKe – Catcher Clouds [Steller Fountain] Anton MAKe returns to Stellar Fountain this week with a brand new single entitled 'Catcher Clouds'. The Russian artist had a strong 2016 with a release on Cid Inc's Replug Records and just recently remixed Lemon8 for Welcome Music. Now Anton follows up his 'Lost in Amsterdam' single from 2015 with the much anticipated 'Catcher Clouds' alongside remixes from Be Morais and Chris Drifter. The original mix comes with Anton's ultra tight and pristinely polished production as you would expect. Rooted with a tough, square kick and metallic percussion it sounds distinctly modern. Rough stabs add nicely to the rhythmic drive while delivering some quality character into the mix as well. The break brings sequenced chords before fading out into a swirling atmospheric wave, eventually trailing off into a classy drop. Lovely work from Anton. Love the remixer selections here, led by one of the underground's most underappreciated talents in Be Morais. The Brazilian artist and Not Another Read More
Onez!e – Colours [Superordinate Music] The latest release on Superordinate Music welcomes Onez!e to the label for a brand new EP. The Canadian artist is fresh off an EP for Zephyr Music along with a remix for Julian Rodriguez's Massive Harmony Records. Now making his much anticipated debut for Superordinate Onez!e presents his brand new 4 track EP entitled 'Colours'. It's pretty rare in the progressive house world to see a full artist style EP like this. Releases are generally reserved for a single + remixes or two track EPs it seems so this is really a great showcase of what a top producer Onez!e is. Beginning with the light, playful and wonderfully melodic 'Azure' you're off on a journey of dreamy, enchanting motifs. Crisp production, a strong rhythmic core and cascading melodies stand out immediately but it's the breathy vocal and waning synths that really make this track the emotional masterpiece that it is. 'Jasper' meanwhile brings an even stronger dance floor sensibility with a chunky groove, billowing bas Read More
Luka Sambe – Shepherds In The Stars [Replug] Luka Sambe's musical universe is an enlightening place, where a diverse palette has filled his sonic journey with innovative creations. Discovering house music was a life-altering moment for the Australian artist; its adrenaline and poignant spectrum changed him forever moving forward. In a career highlighted by releases on Lost & Found Records and long standing German imprint Traum Schallplatten, the Guy J favourite has now carved out a unique place in the electronic underground. For Luka music has always been about telling a story, one that captivates on various planes yet translates well on a dance floor. His ability to capture emotion comes from a very honest place, it resonates through his music, making each creation more anticipated than the last. Now making his debut on Cid Inc's Replug Records, Luka embarks on his most ambitious project to date, the concept collection 'Shepherds In The Stars'. We all experience our life journey in different ways, yet the course is Read More
Erdi Irmak – Return of the Wolf [ICONYC] John Johnson's ICONYC imprint returns after a one week hiatus by welcoming Erdi Irmak to the label for a brand new single. The Turkish artist has been a firm favourite in the progressive underground for some time. Key releases on Balkan Connection, Dopamine Music, MNL and Sound Avenue have all been sensational and his debut for ICONYC has been much anticipated. Beginning with the title and showcase piece 'Return of the Wolf' we see Erdi crafting another crossover bomb which has already been causing a stir amongst DJs. The design is quite unique with filtered acid stabs and bubbly electronics giving the piece a very aquatic feel. Overall it's quite round and the buzzing low end, although understated powers it nicely. The magic moment comes in a stripped down second act with dreamy pads and spooky, mallet-like motifs setting up a tactful build and big finale. Certainly one of Erdi's most unique productions to date. The release concludes with 'Ancestors' which is a much deeper Read More