Finds of December 2017

In the height of the northern hemisphere summer, Andre Sobota turned up the volume with his outstanding "Unmute" EP. A regular on Proton and Particles, Sobota's work is now revisited courtesy of remix from a quartet of Australian, Argentinean and Mexican talents.

Australian artists, Gavin Griffin and Matty Doyle have ridden the crest of a sonic wave in recent months with their GMJ and Matter soubriquets. Highly accomplished individually, each has performed across their native Australia and internationally at a variety of clubs and festivals, not least at the globally renowned "Rainbow Serpent Festival". Both regulars on Proton Music with their individual work that includes the recent "Sovereign Reality" and "We Are Dust" offerings, their combined work has seen May 2016's "Superposition" and June 2017's "Osmosis" demonstrate the duo's rare ability to craft a sparkling underground sound that is as unique as it is impressive. A December 2016 remix of Pete K is now followed by a second, in the shape of Sobota's title track. With a strong rhythmic narrative, the GMJ and Matter remix is replete with additional production material as the shimmering pads of the original are gently revealed alongside a floor-shaking groove and emotive melody. Building effortlessly the intelligent use of original components and striking new motifs, provide an epic offering that has enough class to attend any royal garden party.

From the sprawling Argentinean metropolis that is, Buenos Aries, Nicolás Rada is a man with a rich musical heritage to his name. An accomplished pianist and percussionist, his forays into dance music production have been highly impressive, influenced as he is by the sounds of Hernan Cattaneo, Guy J and Nick Warren. A regular on the Balkan Connection family, over a century of production credits can be found against the main label and the 'South American' variant. Landmarked by 2015's debut full-length "Air Ports" album for BCSA, Rada has gone on to see his work featured on Superordinate, Soundteller and One Of A Kind. August 2017's twin-track "Sheremetyevo" EP has been a notable highlight for Particles as Nicolás Rada now debuts on Proton Music with his remix of "Unmute". Building in elegant fashion, a deep and dramatic bass note accompanies a strong kick and evolving percussive framework, before a muted arpeggio filters into aural view alongside textured pads. Reworking Sobota's original components in clever fashion, the sounds of the original resonate in listener consciousness as a raft of new material finds its way into the third movement in pulsating fashion.

Owner of Hookah Records and a range of live label showcases that have featured the likes of Kastis Torrau and Guy Mantzur, Hot TuneiK is a force to be reckoned with; the Mexican producer creating a plethora of production material that found itself featured on leading underground imprints. Thus, work for 3rd Avenue, Balkan Connection and Dopamine Music are testament to an enduring sound that first debuted on House Tribe Records in 2012. An appearance on the "Spring Particles 2016" compilation showcased impressive original work and a trio of remixes now pave the way for a Proton debut. Taking a typically groove-laden approach to his interpretation of "Departure", the Hot TuneiK remix is wonderfully redolent in the shimmering melodic themes of Sobota's original as they rise and fall, accompanied by strong kick and rich percussive layers. Introducing a host of new melodic elements at the mid-point breakdown, Hot TuneiK's skill is to rework them into a seamless bend of original parts and additional production material that evolves elegantly into the third movement.

A trio of new remixes from GMJ and Matter, Nicolás Rada and Hot TuneiK have turned the volume on Andre Sobota's "Unmute" all the way to 11.

Directed by Jay Epoch
A&R by James Warren
Mastered by Cid Inc., Nicolas Rada
Design by Ben Mautner
Text by James Warren

Unmute (Remixes)

Unmute (GMJ & Matter Remix)

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Artist: George Absent
Title: Who U R
Release Date: December 4, 2017
Catalog #: SK 469
Label: Street King

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Tracklisting
1. Original Mix
2. Bonaca Remix
3. Thomas A.S. Remix

Greek DJ/producer George Absent (Witty Tunes, Dear Deer) drops his newest single on Street King titled "Who U R." Kicking things off is the original mix of "Who U R," an aggressive tech house dance tool perfectly crafted for dance floor domination! Sweden based DJ/producer Bonaca follows suit with his extremely musical yet driving remix of the original. Finally Thomas A.S. closes out the release with his after-hours infused late night remix of "Who U R."

Available at Beatport and iTunes

02. Who U R (Bonaca ReDub)

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Stephan Bodzin: a classically trained musician, vastly experienced producer and master of melody. He has built a reputation through countless releases under many aliases, and through his dramatic and dynamic live set capturing the hearts of fans worldwide. For Afterlife, Bodzin bottles the infectious energy of these shows into two epic, colourful landscapes of sound, “Strand” and “Catamaran”.

Following his first contribution to the label in September - a mesmerising remix of Tale Of Us & Vaal’s ‘Monument’ - “Strand” elevates this fitting relationship to the next level. The release contains a true anthem from Bodzin’s and Tale Of Us’ sets in ‘Strand’ and a more restrained effort in ‘Catamaran’. Both dream-like compositions are unmistakably Bodzin, taking the listener on a journey and brimming with the synth wizardry he is best known for.

AL009 Stephan Bodzin ‘Strand’:
A Strand
AA Catamaran

Available on 12” vinyl and digital

AL009 Strand

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Stephan Bodzin - Strand

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Open your eyes. See the focus and the fade come into view, a swirl of once was and now is no longer. There is a road that leads to nothing, and inside there is something opening up. It takes a moment, a breath, a sharp inhale, before you know it: the dream has begun. Your fingers are flowers, your hair the cool rain on the grass. You and me, we are not the strangest things here. We are stranger than sound, than sight, than thought. What is hidden here, behind that mist that slips into your very thoughts? A heartbeat made material, and yet... something beating far beyond. A dream, you think... a dream where the universe itself moans and twitches, knitting together a vision of something new and unseen. In a world of fabricated realness, you have touched the thrumming veins of true being. You remember the will-be, the am, and 'I am.' I am the firefly in the night, the shooting star, the swirl of something that is nothing and everything at once. I am you, you are me. We are.

Artist: Miyagi
Title: Scene From A Dream
Format: Digital / CD
Release Date: 20.11.2017

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LD011 Miyagi - Secrets

Stellar Fountain Records celebrating the 6th anniversary in 2017. With over 300 release behind their back the Stellar-guys built a decent sound, which is continously looking for fresh inspirations and new, exciting faces, while stay true to the underground progressive roots. The result can be checked on numerous beatport chartings, 160 of the label's releases were featured on beatport proghouse releases top 100, regular appereances on must have progressive house top 10 selections. The label's priority to support their local artists and give them the chance to spin live on parties as dj's.

Espen - Plates (GMJ Remix)

Available 11, December on https://soundcloud.com/genesis-music-official
Featuring https://soundcloud.com/michael_a_official
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Achromatic

Premiere: Michael A - Achromatic [Genesis Music]

For more info visit: http://bit.ly/2keuWjU

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https://soundcloud.com/michaelkleinberlin
https://soundcloud.com/pan-pot

Michael Klein - BLK DRP #3 (incl. Pan-Pot Remix)

Release info

Premiere: Michael Klein - BLK DRP 301 (Pan-Pot Remix) - BLK DRP

On Beatport now
https://www.beatport.com/release/nagasaki-osaka/2166345

Maybe it’s a sign of the musical times, or a shift in some artist’s creative ideology, but, interestingly, it seems that the strength of the numerous collaborative studio partnerships out there seem to be growing and growing. So, as yet another exceptional year of electronic music draws to a close, it seems fitting that the combined talents of Sahar Z & Stelios Vassiloudis should be joined together in a finale release for Bedrock Records in 2017.

Athenian DJ/Producer Stelios Vassiloudis is a Bedrock regular whose diverse musical palette always sees him create enthralling, highly memorable tracks. Having recently returned to the studio after an extended musical hiatus, his solo releases throughout 2017 have been exceptional, further establishing him as one of the scene’s finest melodic masters. In addition, his recent tag team with Germany’s Nils Nuernberg saw them create an exceptional EP on Steve Bug’s Poker Flat label, as well as a highlight track on the recent ‘Bedrock - Frequencies’ album.

Sahar Z has been at the heart of Tel Aviv's electronic music culture for the past 20 years. A masterful DJ and influential proponent of the art of music programming, where each and every show is an unforgettable journey, Sahar’s pedigree as a collaborative kingpin has been previously established through his excellent projects with Guy Mantzur, Navar (both on Lost & Found) and Chicola (Microcastle). So, its no wonder that his new project with Stelios marks this duo as a creative force to be reckoned with.
The richly imaginative ‘Nagasaki’ mischievously builds anticipation in clever, intricately arranged steps, as its low-slung, rhythmically infectious groove evolves with the addition of perfectly positioned melodic motifs throughout. In contrast, crisp, crunchy beats form the basis of ‘Osaka’ as it grows into a more energetic percussive workout. Layers of atmospheric excellence and teasing synth stabs give the track an emotive edge, with a swirling, deeply delicious energy. In their own distinctly different ways, both tracks form an irresistible masterclass in subtle genius.

Having been mutual admirers of each other’s work over the last few years, Sahar and Stelios finally established creative contact in 2017 when Stelios released his ‘Amnesia/Saturday Sky’ EP on the fledgling Armadillo Records (which Sahar co-runs with Guy J).

“I think it’s quite common for modern DJ/Producers to get stuck in the proverbial rut and seek out collaborative experiences with other artists that can enhance or invigorate their production process and that was exactly what happened in this case.” – Stelios Vassiloudis

Evolving from a starting point where Sahar shared two unfinished tracks that he (correctly) thought Stelios would be really into and able to add his unique touch the creative process. They ended up stripping things back and exchanging ideas back-and-forth over the course of a 3-month period, resulting in the masterful ‘Nagasaki’ and ‘Osaka’.

“When we signed his amazing release to Armadillo, I decided to contact Stelios to share my feeling about his music and we took it from there. It was like we’d known each other for years and I wish we had more down-to-earth people like him in the industry.” – Sahar Z

This exciting new duo is currently working on more tracks and exploring the possibility of doing some touring together in the near future, so their collaboration might well transcend studio productions in 2018.

“We definitely have plenty more to come in the pipeline. We live relatively near to each other, share the same time zone and have similar taste in music. Plus, I’m really easy to get along with (haha), so you haven’t seen the last of us!” – Stelios Vassiloudis

Nagasaki / Osaka

BEDDIGI110 Stelios Vassiloudis & Sahar Z - Osaka

Success in the modern era seems to come from a knowledge of the scene you are in, savvy business sense and artists on your label with the same level of passion as your own. Sudbeat very much typifies that dynamic and label returnee Navid Mehr is proof that good things come to those who work for it. 

As with his previous release, 'Be the Sun' is cinematic prog at its most pure: mind music of the highest order. 
Of course, its taken time for Mehr’s sound to develop, but with music signed to Balance, Proton and a number of other well-placed imprints, it is little wonder his studio genius has been picked up by El Maestro’s flagship label. 

Both tracks feature Mehr’s trademark warm, summery groove with expertly placed melodic touches, while remaining unique and purposeful. 
'Be the Sun' starts with a solid yet uncomplicated percussive arrangement, before bass notes, twinkling arps and heavenly pads vie for attention as the track meanders towards its climactic conclusion. 
More visceral but no less musically rich, ‘Spiral' on the flip side builds with every subtle layer Mehr adds.

An understated and effortlessly cool addition to the Sudbeat arsenal.

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SB122 | Navid Mehr 'Spiral' (Original Mix)

The lady power continues! Right after Giorgia Angiuli's output on Systematic, Berlin
resident Nela presents her fresh 'Boker' EP.
A three tracker full of energetic and groovy but yet atmospheric tunes with warm
basslines and mesmerizing pads; perfectly suitable for some peak time action for
example during one of her highly acclaimed Watergate sets.
Along the way comes a rough and driving remix of the title track by Lee Van Dowski
who is reknown for numerous instalments on labels like Crosstown Rebels, Mobilee,
Bedrock and many more.

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NELA - "Boker" (Lee Van Dowski Remix) (SC Snippet)

NELA - "Ageto" (SC Snippet)

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Stephan Bodzin: a classically trained musician, vastly experienced producer and master of melody. He has built a reputation through countless releases under many aliases, and through his dramatic and dynamic live set capturing the hearts of fans worldwide. For Afterlife, Bodzin bottles the infectious energy of these shows into two epic, colourful landscapes of sound, “Strand” and “Catamaran”.

Following his first contribution to the label in September - a mesmerising remix of Tale Of Us & Vaal’s ‘Monument’ - “Strand” elevates this fitting relationship to the next level. The release contains a true anthem from Bodzin’s and Tale Of Us’ sets in ‘Strand’ and a more restrained effort in ‘Catamaran’. Both dream-like compositions are unmistakably Bodzin, taking the listener on a journey and brimming with the synth wizardry he is best known for.

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Stephan Bodzin - Catamaran

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Artist: Talking Machines 
Title: Octarine
Label: Inner Symphony
Format: Digital
Release Date: December 11th, 2017
Cover Art: Can Çetinkaya

Cat No: IS008 

Inner Symphony is back with a new EP from Brazilian artist, Talking Machines. Both tracks takes the listener on an emotional journey through different settings with the help of various sound tools.

With “Octarine”,  worried hypnotic rhythm subordinates the body & mind, preparing the perfect setting on what's about to take place. Emotions are slowly awakening, as if resisting delicate but desperate call, eventually spilling out in a pure colour of magic.

The second track "Kosmopolita", takes the listener on a wonderful journey. Imagination is sparked by intruding bright elements. Layers of rhythm become infectious while the energy builds up. Rising echoes fill with joy, until the moment when reflection takes us back to square one.

Talking Machines’ EP is a truly indulging example of complex harmony, emotions and certainly body moving rhythm.

TRACKLIST
01. Talking Machines - Octarine (Original Mix)
02. Talking Machines - Kosmopolita (Original Mix)

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Talking Machines - Kosmopolita (Original Mix) | Inner Symphony

Talking Machines - Octarine (Original Mix) | Inner Symphony

Support from Sasha, Ruede Hagelstein, Doctor Dru, Marc Poppcke, Ten Words, Jamie Jones, Timo Maas, Markantonio, Affkt, Psycatron, Steve Lawler, Marco Carola, Paco Osuna, Maceo Plex, Animal Trainer, Martin Eyerer, Undercatt, Andi Durrant, Danny Tenaglia, Anderson Noise, Dubfire, Alan Nieves, Davide Squillace, Harri & Domenic, and Roger Sanchez

Darlyn Vlys - Anxiety [POLYMATH]

The perspective is changing. From sunny moments to dark clubbing times. Jonas Saalbach’s second long-player is back on the dancefloor with 4 fantastic remixes. Next to D-Formation with a unique version of “Nightwalk“, Tim Engelhardt delivers a super laid back version of “Pull On The Strings“. California’s rising producer Jon Charnis is “Playing With Birds“ and Matmotormiquel remixes Fruehling which is a collaboration with Philipp Kempnich and brings the Berlin vibe.

Perspective (Remixes) | Einmusika111

Jonas Saalbach - Pull On The Strings ft. Morina Miconnet (Tim Engelhardt Remix)

EP: Unforseen Consequences by Marcal 
Label: Eight or Eighty
Release date: 8 January 2018

The Monument to the Three Races is part of Goiania’s landscape, a city where the musical producer Laerte Marçal, also known as Marcal, was born. The piece of art is in honor of the miscegenation of three races: the white, indigenous, first and legitimate inhabitants of Brazilian lands and black people, whose importance for the creation of Brazil and the city of Goiania was imponderable.

Marcal brings in his work 'Unforeseen Consequences' three tracks: “Unforeseen”, “Consequences” and “The Three Races”. Also included in this release are four special remixes by the artists: Against The Time, Imperf_ct Circle, Unlitt and Veronezzi.

Support the artists:
@laertemarcal | www.facebook.com/laertemarcal
@againstthetimemusic | www.facebook.com/againstthetimemusic

Support Eight or Eighty:
@eightoreightyrecords | www.facebook.com/eightoreighty

Support Infinite Depth:
@infinitedepthofficial | www.facebook.com/infinitedepthofficial

PREMIERE: Marcal - Unforeseen (Against The Time Remix) [Eight or Eighty]

Jonas Saalbach - Play With Birds (Jon Charnis Remix)

Support (in random order):
Adam Beyer: big!
Pan-Pot: nice one
Monika Kruse: I really like the stuff of Ilija. It combines interesting melodies and a good groove. defiantly one artist to watch in the future!
Joseph Capriati: downloading for joseph capriati, thanks !
Noir: Solid Release from FOA again.
Sam Paganini: Nice pack and remixes!
Hot Since 82: Downloaded for Daley!
Joris Voorn: Downloaded, Thanx.
Enrico Sangiuliano: really cool ep, Roberto's remix is amazing 3
Martin Eyerer: the whole package is great!!

Finds of December 2017

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