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2019 marks the introduction of a new addition to the already rich Manual Music label family. Manual Deep will focus on the deeper and dreamy side of electronic music. True listening pearls that are a bit too deep for it's parent label, but are simply too good to ignore.

Canadian duo Beije have the honor to kick off the new label with what is their first ever official release, only having put out a self released EP on their Bandcamp thus far. 

'Botanical' takes you away on a smooth journey, transporting you into a dreamlike state. It is dark and melancholic, but quite airy at the same time with it's clear ethnic influences and subtle echoing choir additions. 

A proper debut by the Toronto based duo, and a proper Manual Deep calling card, setting a high standard for what's to come.

Botanical

Beije - Botanical [Manual Deep 001]

After his well received MNL debut 'Microcrystals' a couple of months ago and after celebrating the launch of his own HRBR (Harbour Saigon) label, it's time to welcome the classically trained and ridiculously talented Vietnamese producer (or should we say musician) B.A.X. back within the Manual Music label family.

This time he presents us with a stunningly beautiful tearjerker titled 'Moongazer'. A warm and emotional piece, showcasing once again B.A.X.'s vast potential and musicality. The original mix is accompanied by an equally mindblowing reprise which truly does justice to the beauty of this composition.

A proper continuation of the Manual Deep label, after Beije's celebrated 'Botanical' release last January.

Moongazer

B.A.X. - Moongazer [MANUAL DEEP 002]

Toronto based duo Beije make their return on Manual Deep after having kicked off the label with their well received 'Botanical' single at the beginning of this year. A release that instantly put the Manual Music subsidiary firmly on the map of the electronic music landscape. Something which was further cemented by the heavenly beautiful 'Moongazer' release by B.A.X. that followed in March.

'Magellanic Clouds' is a proper heady tension builder. A blend of subtle arps, teasing synth- and piano shots, eerie soundscapes and a mysterious vocal make this a sentimental piece of work which will leave the listener with a warm feeling of melancholia.

Yet again a stunning piece of work by these Canadian newcomers who have a bright future ahead of them.

Magellanic Clouds

Beije - Magellanic Clouds [MANUAL DEEP 003]

The Manual Deep saga continues. After two fantastic releases by Beije and a lovely single by B.A.X. now it's time for release number four on the Manual Music subsidiary. 

Having released on the MNL label before, Argentinian based duo Beije are not complete strangers to the Manual label family. With 'Negrero' they deliver a beautiful piece of electronic music. Warm and teasing throughout. Intelligently produced, rich of detail and warmth, it's a perfect next step for the Manual Deep label.

Play it, love it, cherish it!

Abity - Negrero [MANUAL DEEP 004]

B.A.X. makes his return on Manual Deep after his 'Moongazer' single received a lot of praise earlier this year. The Vietnamese producer is rapidly making a name for himself with a steady stream of quality- and highly musical output. The classically trained pianist has already released his music on labels such as MNL, 3rd Avenue and Muak Music and there's much more where that came from.

His new single 'Solitude' picks up where 'Moongazer' left. A moody melancholic piano melody sets the mood and is accompanied by an intelligent- and highy effective beats and percussive arrangement making it suitable for both on- and off the dance floor.

As with 'Moongazer' we've asked him to create a beatless reprise version so the beauty of his arrangement really gets a chance to shine thru.

B.A.X. - Solitude [MANUAL DEEP 005]

B.A.X. - Solitude (Reprise) [MANUAL DEEP 005]

Brume is the latest moniker of Munich based artist Florian Holzmann. After indulging his teenage years in the local indie scene with his band Dave a Marat and other projects, the now 27 year old German took some time off to find his own musical voice. 

In side projects such as Endless, he began to replace the catchy guitar chords and drum rhythms for synthesizers and hypnotic loops. It took a long time for him to become musically active again, but what Florian Holzmann is now putting forward as Brume is well worth the wait. 

While some of his earlier influences can still be found in his Foals-like guitar arrangements, he now presents himself a lot more introverted and melancholic. Taking inspiration from prominent figures in the neo-classic movement such as Nils Frahm or Olafur Arnalds and minimalistic electronic artist like Mount Kimbie, the guiding theme for his Brume project is all about taking something seemingly simple and transforming it into something more. 

Whether it is through thoughtful arrangements, rich analog soundscapes, or subtle build-ups, Brume wants to stir an emotional response in its listeners. For the artist, this intention is not something he wants to force on his audience but rather his way of sharing is personal approach to music. From the warmth of his earliest memories of making music with his late grand father to the strong aversion of being pressured into learning and practicing the accordion in school: his connection to music is above all an emotional one.

'Arcadian' is the first single from his forthcoming extended EP on Manual Music which will see the light of day this autumn. A little teaser of what's to come. Enjoy!

BRUME - Arcadian [Manual Deep 006]

Manual Deep returns with this stunner of a track by Dutch veteran producer Tencion. He generally launches his productions through his own family of labels Lowendcommunity and Nightworx/NWX which are also known to release music by fellow Dutchmen Taras van de Voorde, Dimi Angélis, Jeroen Search, Stefan Vincent, Sluwe Vos and many others.

With 'Speed Of Life' Tencion steps away from the four-to-the-floor techno vibes and explores the depths of beatless electronica, drenched in emotion and melancholy.

On remix duties we welcome B.A.X. back on the label after his widely appealing singles 'Solitude' and 'Moongazer'. His trademark piano driven deep house sounds compliments the original nicely and brings it to the dance floor.

Tencion - Speed Of Life (B.A.X. Remix) [MANUAL DEEP 007]

After their 'Botanical' and 'Magellanic Clouds' singles, Canadian duo Beije return on Manual Deep with a fresh new dreamer.

'Transience Of Life' is the perfect song to showcase what the Manual Music subsidiary is all about. It's smooth, it's hypnotic, it's dreamy and.. it's deep, obviously.

Enjoy this trip!

Beije - Transience Of Life [MANUAL DEEP 008]

After his well received releases on MNL, Nick Newman now makes his debut on another Manual Music subsidiary with the release of his latest single 'Hearts Connected' on Manual Deep.

'Hearts Connected' is deep, warm, intelligent and dreamy. A song for you to close your eyes to and take a deep dive into another reality. A truly lovely production by a producer that remains to amaze us with every new song he delivers, Nick Newman really is a name to watch now- and for the foreseeable future!

Nick Newman - Hearts Connected [MANUAL DEEP 009]

After his successful Manual Music debut last year German producer Renga Weh will make his return on the label later this year, but not before debuting on the Manual Deep subsidiary with 'Torbole'.

'Torbole' is a subtle and delicate deep melodic house track. Proper dance floor warm up material as well as a moody listening experience, this song is expected to touch the hearts of many.

Enjoy this new single by Renga Weh and keep an eye out and an ear open for what's to come by this talented guy!

Renga Weh - Torbole [MANUAL DEEP 010]

Vietnamese producer B.A.X. has found a solid home on Manual Deep, the sublabel of the Dutch Manual Music company which got launched last year. After 'Moongazer' and 'Solitude' 'Nightingale' will be his third solo release on the imprint.

'Nightingale' is an emotion filled deep and dreamy piece, full of musicality with beautiful usage of the piano and strings. It makes you ponder about past memories, makes you drown in lovely melancholy.

If you think the original itself isn't beautiful enough, please check out the reprise where B.A.X.'s musical talent shines thru even more.

B.A.X. - Nightingale [MANUAL DEEP 012]

B.A.X. - Nightingale (reprise) [MANUAL DEEP 012]

Talented South African producer Deep McCent has reworked Paul Hazendonk & Noraj Cue's classic track 'Story Of Something'.

'Story Of Something' was originally released on Paul Hazendonk's album 'Adapt' which saw the light of day in 2014. It remains to be one of the iconic songs of the album, not in the last place because of the contribution of infamous spoken word artist Lazarusman.

Deep McCent's rework fits perfectly in todays populair organic downtempo vibe. A quality injection of timeless deep house that does the original more than justice.

Paul Hazendonk & Noraj Cue feat. Lazarusman - Story Of Something (Deep McCent Remix)

Sanzy and Aman Anand join forces and bring you the beautiful 'Post Varkala' on Manual Deep.

Straight from Asia, the duo lay down a subtle and dreamy atmosphere packed with floating soundscapes and a repetitive hypnotizing piano pattern that pulls you in.

Crossover material for those who are into the "new" genre of organic house, as well as the deep house enthousiasts, but definitely suitable as warm up material for the progressive house elite as well.

Sanzy & Aman Anand - Post Varkala [MANUAL DEEP 014]

Minimalistic electronica somewhere between house, techno and ambient. That's the way GRDN. describes his own sound. And we must say, it's pretty accurate when listening to his Manual Deep debut 'Bommern'.

Electronic music for both the seasoned and openminded listener. A blend of dance floor friendlyness and heady home listening, 'Bommern' surprises and ticks all the boxes.

Keep on ear open for this obscure producer from Germany, he's one of the special ones..

GRDN. - Bommern [MANUAL DEEP 015]

GRDN. - Riemke [MANUAL DEEP 015]

GRDN. - Flingern [MANUAL DEEP 015]

Amsterdam based Jochem Hamerling debuts on Manual Deep with the deep slow moving builder 'Tinkertoy'.

Jochem is known as one of the driving forces behind Holland's number one electronic music radio show 'The Boom Room' on SLAM and his very own EXOPLANETS program.

'Tinkertoy' is ideal for these strange times where the dance floors are often replaced by events where you need to be seated in order to enjoy the music we all love so much. So pull up a chair and wiggle your behinds to this latest Manual Deep jam!

Jochem Hamerling - Tinkertoy [MANUAL DEEP 016]

Mark Mywords drops some proper slow moving nastiness on Manual Music's Manual Deep imprint as he presents his new single 'Just A Line'.

The Dutch DJ, Techno Tuesdays resident and producer has appeared on many noteworthy techno labels in the past decade, such as Orange Recordings, Soulful Techno, Basmati and Minitech Recordings. Now returning to the Manual Music family for the first time since 2011 (!) he showcases some heady intelligence with 'Just A Line' which takes you on a 9+ minute trip into the deep.

Enjoy the journey!

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