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Italian producer Populous makes his long awaited return to Wonderwheel with the first volume of his 2 part “Moonbaton” series - a collection of darker, instrumental reggaeton & moombahton cuts inspired by the zodiac, magic, and mystery of the universe. Things kick off with "Flauta Magica," focusing around the clave and a brooding synth line and a dembow style beat interweaving itself with the flute & a little bit of acid vibes for good measure. Next up is "Sapo," a distant, foreboding track with a monster of a beat & bassline complimenting a childlike fairy tale melody on top.

Moonbaton Vol. 1

Flauta Magica

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Populous - Flauta Magica

"All things considered, getting all of this out with music just feels right? Like I can use the album to point to it to explain how I feel instead of having to think about [it] all the time, but at the very least, I want it to be the best apology I can give to the people who deserve it (even if they'll never hear it). And at a time where I can genuinely feel my brain starting to melt and the memories start to fade in the midst of everything, it'll be a way to go from faking some semblance of happiness all the time to at least trying to give myself the hugs and self-love I need to keep going, if only because I can't ask for forgiveness from the people I've hurt." -me, 4/21/2025.

"fleeting memories; feigning happiness" is a personal journey for me that follows, among other things, the course of a romantic relationship, the stages of grief that came with it, and my understanding of my eventual diagnosis of bipolar II disorder. I suppose I'll leave it at that.

Thank you for giving this album a listen.

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...to all the people i've hurt

Refill your funk reserves with a new track from Sleek Deek. B-side tune forthcoming.

The Magic Glasses

Project: Funk Da World

Flava in Ya Ear

Flava In Ya Ear Remix

Flava in Ya Ear Remix (feat. The Notorious B.I.G., LL Cool J, Busta Rhymes, Rampage)

BOF Dans Paris - Musique Originale d’Alex Beaupain et Armel Dupas

Flavor

The Roc Boys

Flatline

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Imba’s story started when he began pouring over the many genres electronic dance music had to offer. It was here he found a home within drum & bass, having perfected his craft over the past two years and taking influence from a multitude of definitive artists, from Technimatic to Koan Sound. His diversity and creative draw comes from a vast musical knowledge, a knowledge he created whilst meticulously expanding his record collection, as well as his own back catalogue with every stellar cut he’s followed from his first release. 

Already being pedestalled by the scene’s most exciting independent imprints, Imba returns to Good Karma Music for a four-track EP that’ll highlight his impressive musicality. With his first notable output on the Perth based label, the ‘Infinite EP’ is certainly a return to form. Its complexly designed landscapes and stunning textures pull you into the deep, liquid vibes he rules supreme over. A stark testament to his ingenious production capabilities and viability as an upcoming drum & bass artist, he manages to capture the soul of more intimate productions whilst catering to the heads. 

Opening track ‘Feel You’ draws your synapsis in with pitched up synths and floating, ethereal samples. Metallic breaks add a foreboding overture to its carefully layered intro, before the track cascades into scuttling percussion and escalating tones. A fresh take on the otherwise delicate sounds of liquid, Imba demonstrates why he’s been pushed into the forefront over recent years. Title-track ‘Infinite’ follows suit, a collaboration between Leah Costello and Octo Pi. With beautifully distorted vocals drifting between the intricately manufactured mix, each pad takes you higher and higher into its moody breakdowns. Once again, it’s a play on the traditional, uplifting liquid record.

Finally, ‘Starlight’ and ‘Dynasty’ close the already stunning collection of tracks. Whilst ‘Starlight’ is an upbeat, percussive roller which features littered note arpeggios and a drivingly winding bassline, ‘Dynasty’ brings producer Tremah on board for its combination of wooden instrumentals and explosive bass. Together, they further solidify Imba’s presence within the circuit. By adding yet another two strikingly honed records which prove a timelessness in his production standard.

Release Date
4th September (Beatport Exclusive)
18th September (World Wide)

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French producer Monty is one of the most exciting names in Drum & Bass right now with releases on 1985 Music, Critical Music and Invisible Recordings to his name already. Whether it's pounding half time beats or liquid rollers it seems like there's nothing he can't do. This is 'Escape Your Smile' taken from his forthcoming Soft Start EP on Vandal Records.

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PREMIERE: Monty - Escape Your Smile (Vandal Records)

Riya links with Nymfo & ZeroZero on the rolling sounds of Left Behind, forthcoming on CIA. Get it here: https://ciarecords1.bandcamp.com/album/hurt-heals-ep

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Hurt Heals EP

Riya - Left Behind (ft Nymfo & ZeroZero)

DRS - Star Voyager (Feat SPY & Jenna G)

Tomodachi Sessions

Mystic Crystals (feat. Technimatic)

Bobby

Flatbush

Blu Life (feat. Artificial Intelligence)

Calibre - White Horses

RoyGreen & Protone - Through the Alps EP

Forthcoming on Intrigue Music - June 2013 

RoyGreen & Protone feat. LaMeduza - Alice (Intrigue 015)

Flatbush

Lenzman

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