Mila Dietrich & Malecka – Imagine The World [MNL] A quick turnaround for Paul Hazendonk's MNL imprint showcases a brand new single from Mila Dietrich and Malecka. The Manual Music subsidiary has been busy as the summer season approaches. Madloch's excellent 'Prologue' EP was released just last week and is currently sitting in the Beatport Top 25. Now we see a pairing of French artists Mila Dietrich and Malecka for the label's latest offering entitled 'Imagine The World' alongside a remix from Robert Mason. There's something quite timeless about this and that was my initial attraction to it when I first received the promo. Joyous and positive with its tasteful arps and glowing chimes, all getting topped off with a vocal narrative which really hits home during the main break. The distinctive qualities of the vocal are really exceptional and are sure to resonant on various levels, uniquely processed as well and I expect they might stick with you for a long while. A unique and timeless piece of music from Mila Dietrich and Mal Read More
Michael A – Only Time Remains [Genesis Music] Genesis Music returns this week with a brand new EP from label boss Michael A. The Belarus based artist and Hernan Cattaneo fave is fresh off a release on Sudbeat Music and continues to dominate the progressive underground with his groovy, dance floor minded productions. Now returning to his home label Michael presents his latest two track offering entitled 'Only Time Remains'. The lead cut dazzles in both the design and storytelling departments. From its buzzing stabs, delicate arps and ethereal top line synths it really is a feast for the pure progressive house fan. Michael's trademark cadence is evident as well with a sturdy groove which swings and flows with an effortless ease. T he companion piece could hardly be considered a b-side at all as it's quite a colossal production. This might some of Michael's most radical design work yet with some gnarly electronics leading the charge, making for a highly dramatic break and deadly finale. It's the subtle nuances which Read More
Emerson, Digweed & Muir – Tracer [Bedrock] Bedrock Digital is set to celebrate its milestone 100th digital label single release in superb style with ‘Tracer’, the second single from Emerson, Digweed & Muir – a collaborative project of the highest order from three of the scene’s most respected creative mavericks, whose huge debut ‘Fanfare’ (Beddigi88) had fans everywhere begging for more. Enlisting Berlin’s inspirational Watergate resident Ruede Hagelstein on remix duty completes the perfect package to mark yet another Bedrock landmark. “For me, personally, it’s such a privilege not only to be still working with John, who I consider to be one of the finest DJs ever to ply his craft, but also to work with Darren, who is one of THE most pivotal characters in UK house music and therefore the world, to whose records I remember dancing to deliriously numerous times, with everyone refusing to let the party end. And there’s the clue to the success of Bedrock - we do it because we love it!” – Nick Muir Read More
Victor Ruiz – Clutch / Black Sun [Octopus Records] Setting the whole of South America alight with his forward thinking new wave Techno, Victor is now taking over the whole globe territory by territory. Wielding the hardest bass lines and electrifying synth lines, he now presents his debut on our label home base. ► PA Booking Enquiries: management@progressiveastronaut.com ► Subscribe: http://bit.ly/ProgressiveAstronautSub... ► Follow Me On Soundcloud: http://bit.ly/ProgressiveAstronautSC ► Website: http://bit.ly/ProgressiveAstronautWEB ► Follow Me On Facebook: http://bit.ly/ProgressiveAstronautFB ► Follow Me On Twitter: http://bit.ly/ProgressiveAstronautTW ► Follow Me On Instagram: http://bit.ly/ProgressiveAstronautIG Buy: http://bit.ly/2rE6ZCc Release Date: 05-06-2017 ► Victor Ruiz ♫ https://soundcloud.com/victorruiz http://facebook.com/victorruizofficial http://twitter.com/victorruizdj http://www.youtube.com/victorruiztv http://www.beatport.com/artist/victor... ► Octopus Records ♫ https: Read More
Alex Vidal – Electric Night [Stellar Fountain] The latest release from Stellar Fountain welcomes Alex Vidal back to the label for a brand new single entitled 'Electric Night'. The Spanish artist is fresh off two remixes for Mellophonic and now returns to the Hungarian imprint for his 14th appearance alongside remixes from Loquai, Mark Found and Espen. Aptly coined, 'Electric Night' is full of energetic lines, dark motifs and a hazy harmonic resonance. It's shuffly groove and distinctive stabs create an impact straight away before spiralling arps and a vocal hit add some lovely colour, eventually opening up into moments of melodic beauty. The break packs some serious punch with a barrage of effects creating a wall of sound before dropping out into a massive third act finale. It's not hard to see why labels like Bonzai have taken a liking to Alex's productions, their old school charm and crisp production is quite nice and definitely worthy of great dance floor moments. The three remixers have all done a nice job as well Read More
Lemon8 – Sorcerer [Welcome Music] Welcome Music returns this week with a brand new single from legendary progressive house artist Lemon8. Apart from a slew of Basic Beat reissues we last heard from the Dutch producer in 2012 with a remix courtesy of LuPS Records. Responsible for many timeless classic's including 'Model 8' and 'New York, New York' it has been far too long with no new music from Lemon8. This release is certainly a pleasant surprise and the team at Welcome Music have assembled a great remixer cast including Moshic, Matter and Anton Make. I do wonder what Harry (Lemon8) has been doing all these years away but one thing's for certain he hasn't lost his great affinity for creating wicked progressive house. There was always a techy edge about his productions and 'Sorcerer' has it as well. Beginning with warm, fluid bass swells and a deadly complement of drums the energy builds quickly. Flashes of melody, vocal pads and mallet-like motifs make for a glowing, vibrant and summery second act, one which Read More
Madloch – Prologue [MNL] Madloch makes his debut on Manual Music affiliate MNL this week with 'Prologue'. We last heard from the Belgian artist and Sound Avenue boss in February with a remix of Daraspa's 'Beneath The Waves'. His much loved 'Fiction' production then received the remix treatment from Martin Roth and Simos Tagias, resulting in an extended stay in Beatport's Progressive House chart. New music from Madloch has been much sought after and finally two fresh productions see the light of day courtesy of Paul Hazendonk's MNL imprint. For those that follow Madloch's music closely you've likely noticed a metamorphosis in sound over the last year. Something special has been coming out of his studio and the lead track here 'Prologue' is further evidence of that. Deep and pulsating from the outset you immediately get a feel for the great design quality here. From trailing effects to timely drum fills and a meditative tonal theme there's a lot to like. The progression is what really gets you though. Read More
MiraculuM – The Beauty of Existence [Balkan Connection] Balkan Connection returns this week with a brand new single from MiraculuM. The Hungarian artist last appeared on the Serbian imprint in December of 2015 with 'Quantumswarm' and more recently released his well received 'Wormhole' single on Deersky's Soundteller Records. Now making his much anticipated return to Balkan Connection MiraculuM presents his latest studio creation entitled 'The Beauty of Existence' alongside remixes from Michael A and Fer J. Out just last week was the aforementioned 'Wormhole' and again it showcased a blend of very unique sound design and quirky melodies. No doubt one of MiraculuM's all time best but he's managed to come up with something of equal brilliance on 'The Beauty of Existence'. It's dreamy, melodic, a touch weird and very interesting as a result. A shuffly groove gives it some immediate dance floor appeal, perhaps more than most MiraculuM tracks actually. The luminous glow emanating from the melodies is wonderfully offset with buzzing synt Read More
Balance presents. Natura Sonoris mixed by Henry Saiz Spanish musical genius Henry Saiz provided one of Balance’s most memorable efforts on the 19th volume, utilising vinyl, cassette, reel-to-reel tapes and over 100 field recordings to create an incredible patchwork of sounds that came together as a beautiful whole. Ever keen to provide something unique, he returns to the series for Balance presents Natura Sonoris: an expansive mix comprised completely of exclusives from his award-winning label. https://soundcloud.com/balanceseries/balance-presents-natura-sonoris-mixed-by-henry-saiz-preview-edit “I wanted to do something special for the 10th anniversary of Natura Sonoris” he explains, “and also it´s been six years since my last CD mix—also for Balance—so we thought it was the perfect timing to do a new collaboration.” As such, he has used only exclusive and unreleased tracks from his label family, many specially commissioned for this continuous 140-minute long mix. Upcoming releases get a debut airing; firm favourites Read More
Antrim – Catwalk [Clubsonica Records] The 31st release on Clubsonica Records welcomes Antrim back to the label for his debut single. The Argentinean artist and Or Two Strangers label boss last appeared on the Colombian imprint in November of 2015 with a remix of Kamilo Sanclemente's 'The Art of Voice'. Now making his much anticipated return Antrim presents his latest single entitled 'Catwalk' alongside remixes from Matias Chilano, Jaap Ligthart and Alejandro Manso. It's been an incredible year for Antrim, highlighted by a string of quality releases for Capital Heaven, MNL, Perspectives Digital and Sound Avenue. As his sound continues to evolve each release becomes all the more anticipated which now leads us to the deeply, enchanting 'Catwalk'. From its warped yet fluid foundation to creamy textures and haunting vocal elements it's a charming journey from start to finish. Mashy, emotive undertones roll with its wondrous cadence while a one minute break elevates the mood towards a gorgeous finish. Perhaps one of A Read More