Funkstate – Plexo [Balkan Connection]

Funkstate continues their comeback with a new single courtesy of Balkan Connection this week. A premiere landing spot for a bevy of progressive minded talent, the Serbian imprint now welcomes Funkstate back to the label for their third appearance. Having released their Marea Neagra collaboration 'Underground Is Calling' in September of last year the Argentinean duo then went on to remix Afterburn's 'Olimpa' a month ago. Now returning to the label for their first single of 2019, Funkstate present 'Plexo' alongside remixes from Nicholas Van Orton and Praveen Achary.

Already known for blurring the boundaries between deep and progressive house, Funkstate deliver something which sits closer to the latter with 'Plexo'. It's robust low end is abundantly groovy, flowing through mounds of undulation while a wobbly rhythmic core and fiery percussion bring the intensity up a few notches. The main break shifts the mood into dreamier territory with ghostly vocals and creamy chord stabs perfectly setting up an energetic finale.

Balkan Connection label artist and BCSA label boss Nicholas Van Orton is first up on the remixes with a slighter deeper yet still driving take on the track. In terms of cadence and feel it operates on a similar level as the original but it's tougher low end and fuller percussive complement make for a slightly different yet equally invigorating experience.

Rounding the release out is Juicebox Music boss Praveen Achary who returns to the label for his fourth appearance. We last heard from the Indian artist in October of last year with a wonderful remix of DJ Zombi's 'Breakfast Of Champion'. Now presenting his first production of 2019 Praveen provides a rousing take on 'Plexo' to round the release out in style. The Indian artist's vivid imagination opens the piece up to a wider range of dance floors. The ebb and flow of its energy is both fluid and engaging, as a rolling, full bodied groove, swing heavy rhythms and beautifully processed vocal elements unite in a perfect sonic marriage. Intense yet groovy, it's an engaging journey into percussive, progressive minded house. Another great addition to Praveen's discography which caps off a standout release from Balkan Connection. Highly recommended.

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Release Date: 04-03-2019

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