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My forthcoming remix on Temporum. Big pad-o-rama.

Michael & Levan & Stiven Rivic Feat. LoQuai - Origami (Luke Porter Remix)

This is a track of my album ANNA released in August this year. Although a bit experimental, this is a special release for me and music not really heard elsewhere. 

Retreat

Gnomes(preview)

E.R.M - When The Light Comes Down

Broken Sleep (Remix Sampler)

Devoted (Hot TuneiK Remix)

Wildwood (Remixed)

Wildwood (Deeparture Remix) [feat. Deeparture (nl)]

Celebrating their 100th release, John Johnson's ICONYC imprint calls upon one of electronic music's brightest talents to reflect on the label's story thus far. Hailing from Cordoba, Ezequiel Arias has grown into one of Argentina's most prodigious progressive house producers. Upon making his debut in 2013, Ezequiel became a favourite of both Hernan Cattaneo and Nick Warren. A 2017 appearance on Guy Mantzur's Plattenbank Records proved to be a pivotal point in the Argentine's career, eventually leading to his first remix for ICONYC later that summer. Now regarded as one of 2017's best tracks, Ezequiel's interpretation of 'Tell Me' by Galestian & Mira J enjoyed an unprecedented six month long stay in Beatport's Progressive House tracks chart, while earning consistent play from Hernan Cattaneo, Nick Warren, Guy J, Guy Mantzur, Khen and many other A-list DJs. After rounding out 2017 with a release on Cid Inc's Replug Records, Ezequiel took another leap forward with his debut EP for Sudbeat Music in 2018, further solidifying his place amongst the progressive house elite. Now embarking on the biggest project of his young career, ICONYC hands over its label catalog for Ezequiel to craft two 90 minute mixes, highlighting a medley of the imprints finest moments. For a label that has amassed such an impressive discography the Argentinean DJ was spoilt for choice. Over a two year period ICONYC has curated a catalog that is fresh and comprehensive in equal measure, a sonic platform where new talent is nourished to grow and scene veterans shine. Beginning the journey in methodical fashion with two electronica cuts from the hugely up and coming Dutch duo Huminal, Ezequiel then goes on to program a sound story to get truly lost in. Highlighted by cuts from Alex O'Rion, Cid Inc., BP, Framework, Kamilo Sanclemente, Danny Lloyd, Praveen Achary, Li-Polymer, Michael & Levan and Stiven Rivic, Dmitry Molosh, Andre Sobota, Filter Bear and Ezequiel himself, it amounts to three hours of the finest, most cutting edge melodic house the underground has to offer. Two stunning mixes from one of the scenes brightest and most hyped young talents. For as memorable as the first one hundred releases have been for ICONYC, the future holds even more promise, as the label further diversifies its sonic palette, launching a new chapter in their history with the birth of the 'Noir' division. Make sure you're along for the ride.

Alex O'Rion - Navagio (Limited VIP Promo)

Navagio (Original Mix) [ICONYC]

Mønje & Partenaire
Convergence EP
1. Convergence
2. Illuminaria
3. Opposed Auras
(onedotsixtwo) ODST0006
Beatport Exclusive: 17 September 2018
All Stores: 01 October 2018
Format: Digital
Beatport: https://www.beatport.com/label/onedotsixtwo/62965 

Tripswitch’s onedotsixtwo label continues to build its catalogue of first class releases with the ‘Convergence EP’, courtesy of an outstanding 3-track collaborative project joining Mønje & Partenaire. Within the unique melting pot of world-class talent that is emerging from Argentina, Sebastián Sellarés (aka Mønje) and Axel Bray (aka Partenaire) are standout future stars shining brightly throughout their ‘Convergence EP’.  

The EP title track radiates quality from start to finish, painting a beautiful, spellbinding, progressive musical portrait with a sophisticated layered structure, atmospheric chords and subtle motifs.  Meanwhile, ‘Illuminaria’ soars with a delightful glistening vigour, cleverly blending percussive elements with ever-evolving layers of melodic mastery – an exotic creation that shows precisely why the current renaissance of proper progressive house music is such a joy to behold.  For the EP’s climax, Mønje & Partenaire unleash ‘Opposed Auras’, a track that sees their hypnotic creativity in full-flow, where countless delicate touches combine to create a track of ever-evolving excellence – a perfect finale for this first class package.

This is Partenaire’s second outing on onedotsixtwo, having debuted with ‘Yesterdays’ – a beautiful melodic highlight on Tripswitch’s ‘In At The Deep End’ (ODST0001) compilation project that started the label’s journey joining of the dots across the thriving global scene with a boundary-blurring, proper progressive ethos.  The Buenos Aires native DJ/Producer has been steadily building a stunning portfolio of releases on labels such as ICONYC, Clubsonica, Auditen, Modern Agenda, Soundteller and Stellar Fountain. Sebastián Sellarés (Mønje) was born in Córdoba in 1998, and started to get into music when he was very young. With a steady flow of releases on the likes of Massive Harmony, Light Side Music, BC2, PHW Elements, BCSA, Stellar Fountain and many more, he is (alongside Partenaire) one of Argentina’s finest emerging creative talents.

Although separated by a 10-year age difference and over 700 km (Cordoba to Buenos Aires), Sebastián and Axel (without ever being together in the same room) shared thoughts and ideas on a journey to find their distinctive combined sound.  This remarkable EP for onedotsixtwo is the fruit of their unique convergence.


Artist Info:
https://soundcloud.com/partenaire 
https://www.facebook.com/PartenaireMusic/ 
https://soundcloud.com/sebasellares 
https://www.facebook.com/sebasellares.music 

onedotsixtwo Info:
http://onedotsixtwo.com  
https://twitter.com/onedotsixtwo 	
https://soundcloud.com/onedotsixtwo 
https://www.facebook.com/onedotsixtwo 

Tripswitch Info:
https://twitter.com/nicktripswitch  
https://soundcloud.com/tripswitch 
https://www.facebook.com/nicktripswitch  
https://www.instagram.com/nicktripswitch
https://www.friskyradio.com/show/harmonics

Convergence EP

Convergence

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Mønje & Partenaire - Convergence (Original Mix)

Available here: https://www.beatport.com/release/joheja/2470707

Paul Thomas - Joheja - FSOE UV

Pre-order Voltaire EP now on Beatport: https://www.beatport.com/label/hope-recordings/235

Argentinian duo Analog Jungs make their debut on Hope Recordings with a sensational four-track EP. Breaking into the scene in 2015, Claudio Cornejo and Gustavo Ruartebring with them a rich progressive legacy from a country synonymous with the melodic side of house music. Already signed to some solid imprints such as Balkan Connection, Clinique Recordings, Dopamine Music and Or Two Strangers, Analog Jungs are well on their way to stardom.

The EP begins with the swaggering‘Voltaire’. 80s sensibilities and crisp production set this track apart and signal what’s to come. ‘Smiles’ follows from a deeper, subtly tribal place. More thoughtful than its wilder brother, this is perfect warm up material for the cooler floors.

‘Mission Capsule’ is an energetic, percussive groover. Pads drift in and out with a will of their own as the main synth hooks you in for the full ride. Rounding out the pack, ‘Iceman’ continues at pace. Warm, inviting pads marry with a woodblock-led percussive cushion as the breaks cools the tension before providing the all-important pay off.

Analog Jungs - Iceman (PREVIEW)

Returning to Sudbeat after the excellent ‘Human’ EP is Emi Galvan with three more dancefloor bombs in the form of the ‘Alfa Zeta’ EP.

Emi Galvan has blazed quite a trail within the progressive community over the last four years. It was 2015 that he became a significant blip on dance music’s radar with the excellent ‘Mexico Trip’ and ‘You Never’. DJ support from the upper echelons of the genre has cemented his position, and spurred him on to ever greater achievements.

‘Alfa Zeta’ opens with ominous chords as the shaker led percussion draws you in. In no rush to leave, the groove develops patiently; layering synths and melody aplomb. ‘Karma’ is more insistent. It’s Moroder-like bass drives forward with Bladerunner sweeps and Eastern keys adding mystery. Rounding out the pack is the uptempo ‘Trust’. Built around a repeating hook, crisp percussive layers and powerful pads energise and grow over time into a climatic peak time monster.

Release Date: 4 Feb 2019

Emi Galvan - Alfa Zeta [Sudbeat]

Grab the full EP @Beatport: https://bit.ly/2D4aGXU

Focus on Creation

Da Luka - Creation {GMJ Remix} Stripped Recordings

Stellar Fountain is a hungarian electronic music label, established in 2011 by Erich Von Kollar, MiraculuM (Gyorgy Udvardy) and Greyloop (Gergo Németh). In the last few years they became a massive, strong brand in the underground progressive house-scene, presenting overall 600 releases plus 50 compilations including very well known names like Cid Inc, Deepfunk, Juan Deminicis, Derek Howell, Paul Hazendonk, Silinder, Marcelo Vasami, Dmitry Molosh or Robert R. Hardy. With more than 210 TOP100 Proghouse releases, 35 TOP100 Proghouse tracks and more than 90 weekly official chartings on Beatport we can easily declare that Stellar Fountain can not be avoided when you're looking for fresh high-quality progressive sounds. Amongst the TOP100 Progressive House label worldwide and clear number 1 in Hungary, you can expect more legends, hot tastemakers and upcoming talents in their following releases in 2019.

Cream & Deep Fog - Iridium (Plus Thirty Remix)

Clubsonica Records begins their 2019 journey by welcoming Armandhe back to the label for a new EP. Previously known as Soluna, the Colombian artist adopted the Armandhe moniker with his ‘Sacred Heart/Ozadya' double a-side release from July of last year. A fresh start has only provided more creative energy for Armandhe who has continued to unite progressive music fans with his redolent creations. Now returning to his home label of Clubsonica, the Medellin resident presents his 'Inside the Music Box / While the Wolf's Away' EP alongside remixes from Paul Angelo & Don Argento and Jonnas B.

Beginning with ‘Inside the Music Box' Armandhe explores a deeper side of his studio repertoire. Free flowing from the outset, it's rippling low end provides a fluid energy while quirky hooks and timely effects fill in the framework. Stripping down into the main break, the musical narrative expands, opening a spiritual reservoir of glowing clusters and emotive chord changes, before effortlessly shifting energy into an evocative final act. 

The companion piece ‘While the Wolf's Away' follows a similar sonic ethos with its drummy tension and musical meanderings. Beginning with a warm, rolling groove the piece moves with discernible momentum, as layers of atmosphere and cascading themes converge in a perfect sonic marriage. As the second act evolves, striking electronics bring a melodic tension of sorts, dramatic and poignant in equal measure, they elevate the mood further before flowing beautifully into a rousing finale.

The first interpretation of ‘While the Wolf's Away' is provided by Paul Angelo & Don Argento who make their label debut here. The Cyprus based production team were undoubtedly one of 2018's fastest rising progressive house duos. Support from Hernan Cattaneo and Nick Warren came in waves and the duo's groovy, dance floor inspired take on the genre quickly became an irresistible trend. Now making their first and highly anticipated appearance on Clubsonica Paul & Don provide a stunning take on ‘While the Wolf's Away'. Dark and brooding from the outset, it's chugging cadence and ghostly motifs are immediately compelling. Indistinct vocals trail through the framework, elevating mood and tension throughout the break, before cascading tones and percussive flurries unite for an exhilarating apex and powerful drop. 

The release concludes with Jonnas B returning to the label and providing the second and final interpretation of ‘While the Wolf's Away'. A staple of Colombia's progressive underground for seven years the Medellin based artist has earned play and support from the world's biggest DJs, most notably Hernan Cattaneo and Nick Warren. Now making a welcome return to Clubsonica, Jonnas rounds out the release with a superb rendition of ‘While the Wolf's Away'. Shifting mood and tempo to a deeper place it's a piece which excels on rhythm and groove. Perfectly contoured, its thick slabs of bass power forward as intricate percussion, delicate arps and haunting atmospherics lead into the break. Like an ultrasonic wave, emotional energy rises across the eighty second centrepiece, eventually melting down to rolling drums and a sheet of white noise, perfectly setting up a magical dance floor moment. A spectacular remix from Jonnas which caps off another must have release from Clubsonica Records, who get 2019 off to an incredible start. 

Written by Mitch Alexander
Mastered by Cid Inc
Artwork by Dave Caro

Inside the Music Box | While the Wolf's Away

While the Wolf's Away (Paul Angelo & Don Argento Remix)

Armandhe - While the Wolf's Away (Paul Angelo & Don Argento Remix) [Clubsonica Records]

Beneath The Arches

Beatport

Michael A - Inner Voices (Deep In Digbeth Edit) [Heath Mill Recordings]

Guy J - Transitions (LoQuai Fluid Remix) ..::FREE DOWNLOAD::..

Heath Mill Recordings is an independent record label, founded in 2014, that publishes electronic music with a focus on progressive, deep, and tech house. The label’s name pays homage to a street that runs through the heart of Digbeth in Birmingham, England. Digbeth, known for its eclectic and alternative nightlife, played a key role in the development of the British electronic music scene. Heath Mill Recordings carries on the spirit of this area’s underground dance culture with a steady stream of new tracks produced by artists from around the globe who share a common passion for electronic music.

Michael A - Inner Voices (Deep In Digbeth Edit) [Heath Mill Recordings]

Heath Mill Recordings

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