Temil, Suite 52, and duo Friend of Honor join forces on “Earn Your Stripes”: a synth-driven melodic statement.
From the first drop, this record hits with a wave of powerful synths, textured melodies, and a beat that cuts through with intent.
This isn’t a one-man show, but a real collaboration. Temil brings sharp melodic tension and groove. Suite 52 adds a bold sonic architecture, tight, layered, and driving. Friend of Honor grounds it all with a unique rhythmic feel and melodic instincts that give the track emotional depth. Together, they create a sound that’s massive, precise and unrelenting.
“Earn Your Stripes” is a clear signal from four artists pushing the edges of "Afro Melodic / Melodic House" music through powerful production and a unified creative vision.
Release Date: 05-09-2025
Artist: @emile_ttt - @suite52 - @friend-of-honor
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PREMIERE: Temil, Suite 52, Friend of Honor - Earn Your Stripes (Extended Mix) [Palosanto]

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● Artist: Aplexo
● Track: Waves (Extended Mix)
● Album: Faces EP
● Label: Purified Records
● Catalog: PF0229
● Genre: Electronic Dance Music
● Style: Melodic House & Techno
● Release Date: 29th August 2025
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● Artist's Links:
Soundcloud: @aplexo

● Label's Links:
Soundcloud: @purifiedrec
Instagram: www.instagram.com/purifiedrecords/?hl=en
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Making his debut on Purified Records, Aplexo unveils his striking two-track ‘Faces’ EP. The title track leads with a captivating vocal performance, wrapped in a strong melodic synth top line, crisp percussion, and a weighty kick - blending emotion with refined dancefloor energy. On the flip, ‘Waves’ ventures into deeper territory, delivering a grittier, more club-focused sound with atmospheric textures and a driving groove. A confident first statement, the ‘Faces’ EP introduces Aplexo as a compelling new voice on the label, showcasing his ability to balance intricate production with melodic depth.

The ‘Faces’ EP artwork is an aerial photograph of the Knik Glacial River in Alaska, taken by Jan Erik Waider. A fine art photographer based in Hamburg, Germany, Jan is known for capturing abstract landscapes of the northern latitudes. With a focus on water, ice, and intricate natural patterns, his work reveals the beauty hidden in the subtle details of the world around us.

Alaska’s waters are among the most productive in the world, sustaining rich marine life and vital fisheries. The Alaska Marine Conservation Council (@ak.marine) champions sustainable management of these ecosystems, working with communities to protect fish habitats and ensure a healthy future for marine resources.

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● Tracklist:
1) Faces (Extended Mix)
2) Waves (Extended Mix)
3) Faces (Radio Edit)
4) Waves (Radio Edit)

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