Ric Niels – California EP [Soundteller Records]

Deersky’s Soundteller Records adds another impressive newcomer to their roster with Ric Niels making his label debut. The Argentinean artist first appeared on the progressive music scene just a month ago with an EP for Clinique Recordings. A contribution to 3rd Avenue's 'We Are The Future' collection followed shortly thereafter, nicely setting the stage for his Soundteller debut entitled 'California'.

Spread across two tracks it’s the deep, driving vibes of 'Cove' which get the EP underway. It's tough foundation is made up of meaty kicks and a mountainous groove, while airy atmospherics, tranquil arps and effervescent percussion heighten the senses above. Haunting sweeps and ghostly wails segue nicely into a short break, where the arp intensifies before trailing off into a glowing finale.

The release concludes with ‘Cliffs’ which furthers the driving, hypnotic mood of the EP. Anchored by a warm and sightly fuller groove, it’s lively arps and buzzing effects resonate beautifully against a backdrop of emotive chord changes and radiant pads. A well constructed bed of percussion adds drive as the narrative shifts further into emotive territory across the break, building nicely to a tasteful crescendo, perfectly setting up a stripped back drop and pulsating finale. It rounds out a fresh EP from Ric Niels, who makes a solid Soundteller debut, while continuing to stake his claim as a rising talent in the progressive underground. Highly recommended.

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Release Date: 22-06-2020

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