Samer Soltan brings his debut LP to Renaissance…

Hot off the back of ‘Elba’ on his own Santuary imprint, Samer Soltan now lands at Renaissance to deliver his debut LP, ‘Solitude’. And what a journey it’s been to get to there, both creative and literally.

Originally hailing from Tunisia, it wasn’t quite two years ago, in the middle of a pandemic, Samer took the brave decision to move to Brussels. “The relocation was two-fold,” he explains, “I had secured a place to study electronic production at college here, but I also knew I had to be in mainland Europe to give my career the best chance of succeeding.”

Once settled, officially qualified and with a legion of admirers and supports that include Dixon, Âme, Denis Horvat, Joris Voorn, John Digweed, Frankey & Sandrino, plus many more, Samer finally turned his hand to that rarest of commodities in dance - an actual LP. “I know they’ve become a bit of a rarity in this digital age,” he continues, “but it’s always been an ambition, just like releasing on Renaissance, which I grew-up listening to. It seemed a very natural realisation bringing the two together.”

For Renaissance’s part, the decision to pick-up the album was an easy one. “Album’s are so tricky. Producing twelve tracks (as is the case here), that are as diverse and consistently brilliant as ‘Solitude’ is an amazing feat, “ confirms Renaissance’ Geoff Oakes.

Kicking-off with the infectious lead single, ’Chkoun’, the stage is set for a production masterclass that takes in indie-funk with ‘Crazy’; the haunting electronic melancholy of ‘Is This A Dream’; ‘No Time For The Past’s’ beautiful melodic ascent and the twisted, genre-defying skills of ‘Unknown Me’, ‘Time Machine’ and ‘Cyberpunk’, which walk that in-demand line between indie and techno. He even manages to bring things to a string-unwinding, deep house conclusion with the Kate Bush-esque, ‘Control Your Mind’. It is truly virtuoso stuff.

“I called the album ‘Solitude’ because it perfectly captured the sentiment of this journey; from the move to the creative process itself, putting the album together, I did feel lonely and exposed at times. It’s very rewarding to finally get it out there,” Samer humbly concludes.

Solitude LP

Solitude

Samer Soltan - Telaat (Crazy Part 2)

Premiered during Mochakk's Cercle Show.
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NO8DO (Plaza Edit)

Mochakk - NO8DO (Plaza Edit)

We're very excited to launch this mega premiere by Berlin based producer SKALA called 'The Poet'. The passionate producer has been making music since she was a child and combines her background in piano music with her current electronic productions. This release comes as part of the 7-track 'To Be Discovered 1' compilation featured on the label she founded with Theologos; Amaeo. 'The Poet' challenges the listener with unique drums and her signature lead that captivates and energizes instantly.  

Release day: June 16th 2023

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To Be Discovered 1

The Poet (Original Mix)

Track Premiere: SKALA - The Poet (Original Mix) [AMAEO]

@fel_c

Release Date: 30th June 2023
Catalogue: SYNCBT75

Sincopat returns with a pulsating release, welcoming Fel C for his first EP on the
label. A vibrant and powerful release that showcase Fel C's talent, offering a sonic
journey that captivates from start to finish.
Pressure sets the tone for Fel C's sonic exploration. With commanding basslines
and stunning synths, this track delivers a powerful punch that will leave you
craving more. Its flawless execution and infectious energy make it a must-have
addition to your music collection.
Prepare to be enthralled by the brilliance of Confused Hypnotic basslines and
ethereal synths intertwine, creating a captivating atmosphere that transports you
to another realm. Lose yourself in its mesmerizing allure and let the music guide
you through a dimension where time stands still.

Enjoy the ride!

Tracklist:
1. Fel C - Pressure
2. Fel C - Confused

Artwork by
Rake Lha

Mix & Master by 
Pobla
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Pressure

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Fel C - Pressure [BeenTouched 75]

Huge thanks to the Hatch family for having me on board to play Electric Garden on Friday June 16. Bali is quickly becoming almost like a second home for me with a few trips to there a year becoming the norm. 

The crowd was both eclectic and electric - a vibe also evident through my track selection for the evening. What a fun night. Enjoy the journey! x

Tracklist:

1. Boogie Vice, Deep Aztec - Promises [Get Physical]
2. Uone - Thought Control [Beat & Path]
3. Helsloot - Let’s Pretend [Get Physical]
4. Luke Alessi - Scuze Me [Rose Avenue]
5. Kiko - Data Entry [Watergate Records]
6. Raxon - The Cage Of Love [Ellum]
7. Charles Oliver - Formulate [Self-Released]
8. Joe Mattei - Exists [Recovery Collective]
9. Lampe - Joy [Alpaka Musik]
10. Luis M - Quantum Leap [Ibogatech]
11. Maceo Plex, Faithless - Insomnia 2021 (Epic Mix) [Ministry Of Sound]
12. Rufus Du Sol - Devotion (Luke Alessi Remix) [Rose Avenue/Reprise]
13. Robert Miles, Tinlicker - Children (Extended Mix) [Smilax]
14. Jimi Jules - My City’s On Fire (James Harcourt Remix) [Not On Label]
15. The Journey, Rachel May - Hollow feat. Alverie (TAYA Remix) [Ugenius Music]
16. Maribou State - Nervous Tics feat. Holly Walker (Maceo Plex Remix) [Counter Records]
17. Made In Paris, Pantheon - All I Know feat. Janna Beth [Interfonic]
18. Future, Swedish House Mafia, Fred Again - Turn On The Lights Again feat. Future (Anyma Remix) [Atlantic Records UK]
19. Rafael Cerato - Propaganda Machine feat. Aves Volare (AFFKT Remix) [Sincopat]
20. Super Flu, Dormunder Philharmoniker, Philipp Armbruster - Volkwein [Monaberry]

JYDN Live from Electric Garden x Hatch, Bali • 16.06.23

Artist: Dave Seaman
Track: Pretty Doohickey (Original Mix)
Label: DESSERT
Release date: 21/07/2023
Buy: www.beatport.com/release/pretty-doohickey/4188363

Artists & Label Information
Dave Seaman: facebook.com/daveseamanofficial // @daveseaman // instagram.com/daveseamandj
DESSERT: facebook.com/dessert.berlin // @dessert-berlin // instagram.com/dessert.berlin

PREMIERE: Dave Seaman - Pretty Doohickey (Original Mix) [DESSERT]

For more info: https://balancemusic.com.au
@jodybarrmusic

Jody Barr is a name you’ll no doubt find familiar. Whether through his music electrifying the dance floor in a Sasha or Laurent Garnier set, through the airwaves via George Fitzgerald on Radio 1, or at one of his own gigs at the likes of fabric’s Room 1, Space Ibiza, Bunker in Derry; the Welsh producer has already carved his mark deep into the musical landscape.

Balance Selections 257

TRACKLIST & INTERVIEW

Balance Selections 257: Jody Barr

Homelands Live 2000 - Winchester, Hampshire, Somewhere in a field in England. Lots of mud, lots of drugs, lots of no fucks given and lots of fucking bang on party people that were your siblings of soul \0/

Leftfield - Live @ Homelands 2000

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Kendrick Lamar - Not Like Us (JMBX Remix) [Supported by Patrick Topping]

An unofficial remix of one of my all-time favourite tunes, by the master https://soundcloud.com/lane8music

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Buy the original here: https://www.beatport.com/track/rise-original-mix/6851513

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