Jonas Saalbach – Human Oscillator [Purified]

Jonas Saalbach makes his Purified Records debut with his Data Romance EP, a three-track release that captures the depth, emotion and forward momentum that have defined his melodic deep house sound for over a decade. A stalwart of the scene, the German artists connection to emotional storytelling and dancefloor energy is woven throughout the EP, presenting a cohesive yet varied listening experience. The title track opens with a sense of restrained anticipation, pairing gentle synth stabs and male vocal fragments with textured atmospheres and a steady, pulsating groove. Balancing human emotion with digital precision, Data Romance blends euphoric melodic phrases and crisp rhythmic elements, creating an intimate yet expansive mood. Human Oscillator leans further into Saalbachs percussive instincts, driven by hypnotic rhythms and subtly shifting bassline patterns. The tracks layered synth work and kinetic low-end give it a more physical edge, while maintaining the emotional undercurrent that runs throughout the release. Its a confident, dancefloor-focused statement that showcases Saalbachs refined, hardware-driven production approach. Closing the EP, German luminary and Purified regular Lexer delivers a compelling reinterpretation of Data Romance, reimagining the original through his own inimitable lens. Lexers Analog Heart Remix introduces fresh harmonic textures and a deeper atmosphere, offering a nuanced, emotive take that complements the original while standing firmly on its own. 

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Release Date: 20-02-2026

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