Cedren & Manu-l, Influence (IN) – Reflection [RKP]

Continuing to add new talent to their roster, Ruben Karapetyan’s RKP imprint welcomes Cedren & Manu-l and Influence (IN) to the label for their debut EP. Hailing from Malta and India respectively, this trio of progressive house talents has achieved measurable success across their careers. Both well established in their home countries as both DJs and producers, Cedren, Manu-l and Influence (IN) have shared the stage with a variety of top international talents, while boosting a combined discography featuring releases via Clubsonica, Juicebox Music and Mango Alley. Having both earned the praise of Hernan Cattaneo and Nick Warren, Cedren & Manu-l and Influence (IN) now combine their extensive forces for the first time, landing on RKP with ‘Reflection’, alongside remixes from Paul Hamilton, B.I.G (AR) and Agustin Petros.

The Orignal Mix finds the trio masterfully synthesizing their talents into a club-effective cut that’s perfectly dialled for the dancefloor. Warm chugging grooves and flashing percussion lay the foundation for deconstructed vocals, pixie-like melodies and orbiting effects to carry what is an engaging progressive journey.

The first interpretation of ‘Reflection’ is provided by Paul Hamilton who makes his label debut. Maltese artist Paul Hamilton has been one of electronic music’s most highly regarded progressive house producers for the better part of a decade. Paul has found a home on Armada, Balkan Connection, Droid9, Freegrant Music and Perspectives Digital, while his equally impressive DJ skills have seen him achieve great success, initially winning the Global Heineken Thirst DJ Competition in 2005, while receiving praise from Sander Kleinenberg in the process, and in turn performing at world renowned venues Ministry Of Sound and Godskitchen, amongst others. Coming off a highly prolific 2024, Paul now begins 2025 in grand fashion with a stylish interpretation of ‘Reflection’ to mark his RKP debut. Opting for a deeper approach, Paul focuses on a cohesive blend of swaying grooves, quirky synth mutations and sweeping effects, while tastefully incorporating the original's distinctive sonic traits, sealing what is a meditative journey to complement the original very well.

Also making his label debut with the second interpretation of ‘Reflection’ is B.I.G (AR). Emerging first as DJ, Cordoba resident B.I.G (AR) has firmly established himself in Argentina’s vibrant nightlife, sharing the stage with top international talents in Coeus, Denis Horvat, Glowel, Mind Against and Simon Doty. Although just two years into his production career B.I.G has already compiled a short but impressive resume with standout projects via Droid9, Mango Alley and Univack, in turn earning support from progressive music trendsetters Guy J, Hernan Cattaneo and Nick Warren. Continuing on an upwards trajectory as 2025 begins to take shape, B.I.G now debuts on RKP with a groovy rendition of ‘Reflection’. Aimed at the old school progressive connoisseur, it’s a clever coax of squelchy synths and effervescent effects which reverberate against pummelling beats and lively percussive arrangements, as airy textures meander forward for further sonic manipulation.

The release concludes with Agustin Petros providing the third and final remix of ‘Reflection’. Hailing from Argentina, Santiago del Estero resident Agustin Petros is at the beginning of this production career. With his first ever release landing just over a year ago via Droid9, the Argentine added AH Digital, Balkan Connection's BC2 and Massive Harmony, amongst others; to his discography. Equipped with a nostalgic progressive sound, Agustin now lands on RKP with an inspired remix of ‘Reflection’. Flowing through bustling rhythms and glimmering arps, the piece evolves with a slow burn savvy, eventually revealing the main themes from the original, all neatly constructed with a straightforward dancefloor approach.

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Release Date: 15-01-2025

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