EDGE opens the new year by welcoming Weird Sounding Dude to the label for his debut EP. As one of Indias rising musical mavericks, Weird Sounding Dude has emerged from his country's electronic landscape as a premiere progressive house talent. Long a favourite of genre tastemakers Hernan Cattaneo, Nick Warren, Guy J, Guy Mantzur, Khen and more, the Bangalore resident often touches on disparate themes and sounds, straddling the divide between intergalactic design and groove-centric hypnotism. With a career that now spans over a decade, Weird Sounding Dude has compiled an impressive discography, with standout releases via Anjunadeep, Hoomidaas, The Soundgarden and Sudbeat Music; while also being a revered DJ, performing alongside 16BL, Cubicolor, Guy J, Jody Wisternoff, Khen, Mind Against and more. With 2023 wrapping up with a well-received remix for WARPP, Weird Sounding Dude begins 2024 by making his much-anticipated EDGE debut with a three-track showcase entitled 'Hands Of Dawn'. Beginning with 'Slider' Weird Sounding Dude puts a firm focus on the dance floor which sets the tone for the EP. Full of rejuvenating energies, the Bangalore resident cleverly blends robust kick drums and electric grooves with swerving stabs and orbiting effects. The progressive house phenom's creative attitude reveals itself further across the main break; with a delicate melodic theme emerging, captivating the senses and building anticipation, before melting down as thunderous bass swells cue a hypnotic finale. Moving forward to the second and title selection 'Hands Of Dawn', Weird Sounding Dude crafts a feel-good progressive excursion that's nicely suited for those uplifting club moments. Booming yet dreamy, its cruising vibe instantly commands your attention, through snatches of rolling percussion, melodic fragments and siren-like synth flares, eventually arriving at a textural break to further enchant the listener. Here, its pneumatic energy turns over beautifully, as melodies open and sonics swirl, cleverly co-axing for a hair-raising crescendo and suitably groovy conclusion. Rounding out the release are the poignant sounds of 'Edge Of The Ocean'. Looking to bring a greater emotional quality to the collection, Weird Sounding Dude flexes a deeper side of his studio repertoire here, with a slow-burning quality that captures the timeless appeal he's become so beloved for. Stirring themes work in perfect sonic unison atop buoyant beats and voluptuous grooves, uniquely accented with alien-like stabs and revitalizing refrains, perfectly setting up a finale where euphoria awaits with arms raised and eyes closed.

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Finding his groove on Meanwhile with a clutch of impressive productions, Alex O’Rion has been a regular on GMJ and Matter’s best-selling imprint. Reaching a highpoint with May 2020’s “Echium” EP, we now return to O’Rion’s seminal work with remixes from a trio of outstanding artists.

And iconic name within the underground dance industry, Eelko Wijnja has forged a distinctive and innovative sound through his Navar soubriquet. A regular on the likes of Guy J’s Lost & Found, Roger Martinez’s Higher States and Cid Inc.’s Replug, the Dutch star makes his Meanwhile debut with a typically rich and evocative interpretation of “The Chase” that flows gloriously across its near 8-minute journey. Built upon deep kick and rolling arpeggiated synth line, familiar motifs from O’Rion’s original float into sonic range as deeply textured pads and evolving percussive groove wend their way forwards in delicate fashion. An array of sumptuous additional production, courtesy of deep bass and sympathetic new melodies, make their presence felt as the track explodes into the second movement with dancefloor grace. The result is a dynamic interpretation that places Navar at the upper echelons of dance music royalty.

Another familiar name to the Meanwhile cognoscenti, Simos Tagias made an impact via his March 2021 twin-track “Euphoria / Emotion” EP, before September saw a remix of Imran Khan’s “Horizonz”. A veteran of over 400 production credits dating back to a debut for Lynx Records in late 2012, the Greek artist now reworks “Echium” with typical aplomb. Taking the machine-gun hi-hat pattern of the original and a 16th note bass sequence, the meandering melodic themes of O’Rion’s work resonate across a dynamic rhythmic framework. With raw, seething power, Tagias builds intensity that pauses for breath at a haunting breakdown, drenched in reverbs, delays and the stunning motif central to “Echium”, before exploding into the third movement with shimmering effervescence and club-friendly groove.

The final remix sees another Meanwhile favourite enter the fray. An artist who has grown in stature with a slew of releases on the likes of onedotsixtwo, MNL and Proton Music, Sebastian Sellares hit the ground running in April 2021 with his “Dunes at Dawn” EP. This musical triptych showcased the Argentinian’s skill and artistry, while a remix of GMJ’s “Precipice” two months later was another label highlight. Working his production magic on “The Serpent”, Sebastian Sellares has found a way to illuminate the musical phrasing of the original while creating a spotlight that shines on an array of new production material, simultaneously driving the track forward with potent rhythmic force and effortless bassline presence. The result is a searing lead line, rooted in O’Rion’s original, that cuts its way through the second half with acetylene precision, perfectly illustrating Sellares’ sought-after production credentials.

Growing in stature with a trio of towering new remixes from Navar, Simos Tagias and Sebastian Sellares, Alex O’Rion blossoms once again with “Echium”.

Alex Orion - Echium (Simos Tagias remix)

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Track: Firebird (Original Mix)
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Release Date: 22/09/2023

Juicebox Music's 68th release welcomes Anton Borin & Montw to the fold for their debut appearance with a 2-track EP featuring "Obsidian" & "Firebird". Kick-starting their collaboration fairly recently, the Moscow (Russia) based duo found a sweet spot to combine their styles. With individual releases on Mango's 'Mango Alley' & Bondarev's 'WARPP' to name a few, Anton Borin & Montw's hypnotic, melodic & groovy music has become a staple amongst many tastemakers & fans alike. Their latest offering is a pair of juxtaposed singles to showcase their creative sides; "Obsidian" features a strong drive leading up to a soulful melody only to be peaked by a contrasting twist in it's final phase while "Firebird" sees them focusing primarily on the development of a strong groove accompanied by a earworm riff, perfect for darker rooms.

For the first remix, we're excited to welcome back Fabri Lopez to the label. The Villa Mercedes native from Argentina first made his debut on Juicebox Music through his powerful & euphoric remix of Bachir Salloum's "Of Time and Space" in early 2021. Since then, he's made strides with releases on Armen Miran's 'Hoomidaas' & Nick Warren's 'The Soundgarden' and now for his return, Fabri Lopez reworks Anton Borin & Montw's "Obsidian" into a monster with a more darker & heavier approach.

Closing the pack is one of the label's core-artists, Bangalore (India) based Aman Anand. His journey with the imprint stretches far with so many significant releases with the latest being his collaboration with label-owner Praveen Achary on "Fiasco". Exploring through experimentation, Aman pursues an evolution in his sound with refinement & out-of-the-box sound-design as his key priorities. He takes on Anton Borin & Montw's "Firebird" with the same goal, injecting his signature groove and cleverly warping & contorting the original hook to deliver a memorable moment.

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PREMIERE: Anton Borin & Montw - Firebird (Original Mix) [Juicebox Music]

EDGE opens the year with rejuvenating, emotional 'Hands of Dawn' EP from musical maverick, Weird Sounding Dude.

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Chaum, a rising talent in the electronic music scene, has taken “Acid Sun” to a whole new level with his remix. Chaum, known for his blend of “Melodic Deep House” and “Progressive House” with a love for “Breaks & Techno”, transforms the track into a dancefloor anthem, incorporating a driving beat and rhythmic groove, perfect for club settings or scenes requiring a dynamic soundtrack. Chaum’s music, while rooted in the dark side of Techno and House, pulls the listener forward with soft melodies into melancholy, creating a deep yearning for the horizon.

“Acid Sun” also features another captivating remix by @kazko_music , who ventures into experimental and abstract soundscapes, manipulating the original sounds to create a textured and disorienting sonic experience.
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PREMIERE: Benja Molina - Acid Sun (Chaum Remix) [PURRFECTION]

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Clubsonica Records rounds out the month of November with a new EP from label boss Juan Pablo Torrez and Jossem. Colombian artist and Clubsonica label boss Juan Pablo Torrez has compiled an impressive resume since first emerging in 2007. Mango Alley, Plattenbank, The Soundgarden, UV and more have served as landing spots for his progressive creations, while world class DJs Hernan Cattaneo and Nick Warren have been steadfast supporters along the way. Also highly regarded as a DJ, Juan remains one of Colombia's premiere talents, sharing the stage with Hernan Cattaneo, Nick Warren, Sasha, Tim Green, D-Nox and more. Meanwhile, also calling Colombia home is Jossem who arrives as one of his country’s new names in progressive house. A collaborative partnership with fellow countryman Kamilo Sanclemente has yielded standout projects for Nick Warren’s The Soundgarden, amongst others. Now, combining their forces for the first time via Clubsonica, Juan Pablo Torrez and Jossem unveil their ‘Lost In Love | Ambar’ EP, alongside remixes from Marcelo Vasami, Hicky & Kalo and Abity.

Lead selection ‘Lost in Love’ finds Juan and Jossem introducing the emotive vocals of Velveta. A precious talent from Cali, Colombia who has already collaborated with some of electronic music’s finest innovators and labels such as Anjunadeep, Songuara and UV. Here the trio flex their creative muscles and craft a nostalgic progressive house gem, a sprawling production that would be equally at home above a festival skyline or sitting in the emotional sweet spot of an end of the night scenario. The companion piece ‘Ambar’ follows suit and lands in equally impressive fashion with a strong sense of drive and swing heavy rhythms. Although this looping hypnotism does not fail to command your attention, its slow burning anticipation, orbiting effects and otherworldly breakdown ultimately seal what is a mid-set masterpiece. 

The first interpretation of ‘Lost in Love’ is provided by Marcelo Vasami. A recent partnership with progressive house icon Hernan Cattaneo has seen the duo become a formidable remix team. Now, making his much anticipated Clubsonica debut, Marcelo puts a touch on ‘Lost in Love’. Taking a smooth yet energetic approach, he constructs a tight rhythmic core, complemented with punchy beats, reprocessed vocals and retro chord stabs. It's this timeless fusion of sound which ultimately makes for a version that is both refreshing and club-effective; one that should crossover to a variety of dancefloors across the remainder of 2024 and on into 2025.

The final interpretation of ‘Lost in Love’ is provided by Hicky & Kalo. Although regulars throughout Quebec's much lauded club circuit, it is the world-renowned Stereo Nightclub which has served as the home base for their impeccable taste and exquisite programming skills. Also accomplished producers, the duo's deep melodic sounds have found a home on Renaissance, Watergate, and their own Plaisirs Sonores imprint. Now, they make their long awaited Clubsonica debut with an inspired rendition of ‘Lost in Love’. Opting for a contemporary club-effective approach, the duo’s muscular grooves, robust rhythmic structures and hazy vocal mutations make this ideal for the peak-time hours, when emotions are at their most receptive, in turn adding another sure fire weapon to your arsenal for the remainder of 2024.

The release concludes with Abity for the lone interpretation of ‘Ambar’. Finding a home on Clubsonica, the duo’s creative partnership with the label began in 2022 with the release of ‘Sinerxia | Lotus’, a project which now finds them returning for their first remix, as they put their own unique twist on ‘Ambar’. Adding further depth to the release, the duo artist opts for an emotive approach here, focusing on a cohesive blend of swaying grooves and trance-inducing arps, while tastefully incorporating the original’s distinctive rhythmic qualities, sealing what is a feel-good journey to round out the release in style.

Lost in Love | Ambar

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PREMIERE: Circle Of Life - Missing You (Henek Remix) [Sounds Of Earth]

Face Machine inhabits the blurred threshold between the human and the synthetic, where identity becomes fluid and is constantly rewritten. Drifting between melodic techno, underground trance and electro-pop, the album unfolds like a network of unstable selves - mirrors folding into mirrors, names dissolving into signals. Vocals shift between male and female, merging with abstract textures until the human voice becomes something unbound, a mutable instrument suspended between body and machine. Each track carves its own passage through luminous, volatile atmospheres, yet all are tethered by a shared sonic architecture of detuned oscillators, layered melodic counterpoint, and synthesis timbres that breathe with organic motion.

These twelve tracks move through states of emergence and disappearance - memory scattering, identity refracting, presence dissolving into signal. Wordless chants, whispered fragments, and spectral harmonies drift like residues of selves that never fully arrive. Within this landscape, rhythm and texture intertwine: polyrhythmic layers build and collapse, melodic threads blur into complex harmonic tides, and shifting tonalities open portals into new emotional terrain. Face Machine doesn't offer resolution; instead, it lingers in the spaces where perception falters and technology reshapes what it means to exist. It is an album of thresholds and transformations - a meditation on how we become, lose, and reinvent ourselves in an age where even our voices can belong to someone, or something, else.

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