RELEASE DATE 2021-11-05
LABEL Meanwhile Horizons
CATALOG MWH003
As Meanwhile Horizons continues to establish itself as a prime vehicle for electronic music and a considered alternative sound, co-founder, Matter, provides a career highlight with his debut full-length album, "Starchild".

In development for over two years, with a stellar cast of powerful and innovative tracks, Matty Doyle continues a journey that has seen him light up the electronic music industry's finest imprints with a distinctive sound via his Matter moniker. A veteran of such esteemed labels as Proton Music, Black Hole and, most recently, on Nick Warren's The Soundgarden with Dutch talent, Alex O'Rion, Matter has consistently served up a plethora of high quality original and remix material in both solo and collaborative guises.

Opening the 10-track magnum opus, the "Starchild" title track is an opulent blend of emotive chord changes and textured soundscapes. A 4/4 kick and hi-hat percussion at the mid-point provide a rhythmic anchor before the club-friendly "Chemical Therapy" warms with its ethereal vocal phrasing and upbeat melodic flow. Originally appearing on Meanwhile Horizons' first release, "Beyond the Horizon", the pulsating "Air Sand" finds its rightful place in the Matter canon as the laid-back rhythmic groove and effected vocal cuts of "So it Goes" maintains a fluid dancefloor character.

Pausing for a moment of serenity, "We Will Fade" reveals a kaleidoscopic array of layered textures that sit beneath a wave of free-flowing guitar sequences, before giving way to the chunky beats and rolling groove of "Lost in Seasons" that are juxtaposed against an evolving and multi-faceted sonic tapestry. "The Search" immediately impresses with it its heavily effected and side-chained phrasing, while a cavernous bassline paves the way for gloriously flowing and floating melodic sequences to reveal themselves in glorious depth at the stripped back breakdown.

The shifting cadenced groove of "Sundial" is the perfect vehicle for sun-kissed synths to wash over the 8-minute piece in blissful waves amidst imperceptible vocal hints. "Lucid Academy" continues Matter's penchant for opulent sonic textures woven in golden threads around a deep kick and offbeat hats; the resultant effect is a glorious sonic melange and diaphanous motifs. The closing track sees the beautifully arranged "Pacha Mama" take centre stage with its outstanding melodic sequencing and sympathetic bassline poise. Counterpoint melodies shine through and the result is a 24-carat reminder why Matter remains at the vanguard of the modern progressive house scene.

Looking upward into distant skies, "Starchild" is a reminder of the incandescent glow with which Matter lights up the dance music universe through a galaxy of musical innovation.

Directed by GMJ and Matter
Mastered by Cid Inc.
Design by Matter
Text by James Warren

Matter - Starchild Album [Meanwhile Horizons]

Balance Series - Matter: We Are Here (ALBUM | MIXED)

GMJ & Matter live at Balance Croatia 2025

GMJ & Matter - live at Meanwhile Showcase - Deep Down, Byron Bay 2025

GMJ & Matter - Shelter of Hearts Opening Set 2025

RELEASE DATE 2021-10-01
LABEL The Soundgarden
CATALOG SG051

Alex O'Rion & Matter - Katana

Alex O'Rion & Matter - Yugen

10 - Matter - Pacha Mama

8 - Matter - Sundial

7 - Matter - The Search

6 - Matter - Lost In Seasons

5 - Matter - We Will Fade

4 - Matter - So It Goes

3 - Matter - Air Sand

2 - Matter - Chemical Therapy

1 - Matter - Starchild

RELEASE DATE 2022-01-14
LABEL Meanwhile
CATALOG MW025

After an incredible year from which Meanwhile continued to release a panoply of stellar music, GMJ and Matter's imprint begins 2022 in scintillating fashion. Now, with a quarter century of releases under its belt, Matter returns to the label with his second original EP in the shape of the 3-track, "Banksia".

After an incredible 2021, culminating with the November release of his debut "Starchild" album on Meanwhile Horizons, numerous collaborations with production partner in crime, GMJ, and over 1 million Spotify streams, the Melbourne based DJ and producer begins the year with a musical vignette of the highest quality.

Opening proceedings, the title track is a glorious piece of trademark progressive house from the Matter production studio. As mesmerising as it is powerful, an immaculately syncopated percussive and melodic groove combine in joyous harmony as a repeated motif waxes and wanes with filtered ease, backed by thumping beat and rumbling bassline. Huge white-noise swells herald new sonic phases as "Banksia" builds to a powerful crescendo post-breakdown in a spine-tingling second half.

Continuing the deep rolling groove of its predecessor, a seismic kick and head-shaking bass pattern form the foundations for "Burnout". A trademark swathe of filtered synth motifs soon come to the fore amongst waves of gently pulsing white-noise risers, before an Underworld-esque breakdown of bassline prowess and hands-in-the-air synths explode into a third movement. Containing all the characteristics for a club-friendly stormer, "Burnout" is sure to fill festival floors over the antipodean summer.

The third track sees "Magic Rooms" complete the triptych with its shimmering arp and swung hi-hats. Working together in perfect synchronicity, a bassline sequence adds subtle urgency and low-end power before an evolving suite of synth elements combines in a magical symphony of sound that rises and falls in counterpoint glory. A characteristic bevy of reverb-soaked white-noise effects add to the sonic dynamism as the track opens up post-breakdown into a stunning arrangement of production know-how and sonic mastery.

A career that continues to blossom with each successive release, "Banksia" finds Matter coming into bloom once again with an iridescent pattern of musical verve.

Directed by GMJ and Matter
Mastered by Cid Inc.
Design by Matter
Text by James Warren

Matter - Magic Rooms

RELEASE DATE 2022-04-15
LABEL Meanwhile
CATALOG MW029

Released in March 2021, Simos Tagias and his "Euphoria / Emotion" created a sublime musical moment, frozen in time. A year later and Meanwhile returns to the EP with a pair of remixes from Paul Deep and label owners, GMJ and Matter.

Plying his trade from an early age as a DJ across the Buenos Aries province, Paul Deep has an innate understanding of the music that moves club-goers. Able to translate this knowledge into the production arena, the Argentinean has had a stream of successful releases on the underground electronic industry's finest imprints. From Tale and Tone and Juicebox Music to The Soundgarden and Sudbeat Music, Paul Deep has continued to see his music supported by the DJ elite. Releasing the "Deeper Dye" EP on Meanwhile in June 2021, Paul produced a quartet of tracks that showcased his skill and craftsmanship, followed by an appearance of "Excursions, Vol. 1" two months later with "Milo".

A debut remix of Roger Martinez in late 2020 is now followed by a typically chunky rhythmic foundation that rolls effortlessly across his interpretation of "Euphoria". Underneath a tight percussive groove, strains of Tagias' central motif can be heard that flow over a subterranean bassline. Building with consummate ease, new melodies and additional production from the Paul Deep production portfolio emerge, making their presence felt at the breakdown. Making intelligent use of the remix components, a dark and seething dancefloor destroyer explodes into life in the second half to powerful effect.

GMJ and Matter need little introduction to the Meanwhile literati. A DJ and production pair at the height of their respective powers, the curation and development of their Meanwhile name has been impeccable. Peppering the release schedule with sparkling original productions and 24-carat remixes, the duo's "Lost on Origin" and "The Path / Perfect Storm" EPs have been notable highlights in the Meanwhile catalogue.

Returning for their second remix after an appearance alongside Paul Deep reworking "80s" from Roger Martinez's "Cosmic" EP, the GMJ and Matter remix of "Emotion" burns brightly with dancefloor energy. Creating a new cadence from Tagias' central melodic progression, shimmering synths ripple out in overlapping waves while pulsating pads drive their interpretation forward with elemental force. New motifs, infused with white-noise, fizz and sparkle as they cascade across the beatless breakdown, held in check by a rolling percussion. Dropping back into a sumptuous bassline synergy in the third movement, haunting vocals and immaculately programmed synth phrasing creates a remix of rare and quality and memorable production euphoria.

Through uplifting remixes from Paul Deep and GMJ and Matter, Simos Tagias has created a new state of ecstasy with his "Euphoria" EP.

Directed by GMJ and Matter
Mastered by Cid Inc.
Design by Matter
Text by James Warren

Simos Tagias - Emotion (GMJ & Matter Remix)

We Are Here is a soulful 11-track release that feels like a natural extension of the Meanwhile Records sound: clean, progressive music imbued with majestic melodies, designed to move both the soul and the feet. To celebrate the release of Matter's sophomore album, we visited the producer in his home studio to discuss his creative process, origins, and more. Read the full interview on Balance Music website. 

As a special bonus, the producer shared with us a mixed version of the album to accompany the interview.

@matter
@meanwhilerec

INTERVIEW & TRACKLIST

BALANCE EXTRA: Matter: We Are here (MIXED)

Saturday night we were blessed to open the Yard Stage at the incredible Balance Croatia Festival! 

It was such a joy to be there, and to set the tone for such an amazing musical night was a privilege.

We hope you all enjoy this live recording of our set! 

Huge thanks to the Balance crew & every single person that brought their best selves and co created such an amazing weekend.

GMJ & Matter 

This one was truly special - our own Meanwhile Showcase with the amazing Deep Down crew in Byron Bay. 🌴

Massive love to Zankee Gulati and Amhain for the perfect support and to everyone who brought their energy from start to finish. What a crowd - full hearts, full Argentinean spirit all the way to the end! 🇦🇷🔥

Here’s the live recording from our 3-hour journey - hope you feel the magic we felt that night.

GMJ & Matter

Recently, we had the honour and privilege of opening Shelter of Hearts, ADE 2025 - what’s quickly becoming one of the most special and meaningful private gatherings of the week.

This one was truly close to our hearts - a set full of emotion, restraint, and resolve, shared for those dearest to us.

Massive thanks to John, Meike, and our extended tribe for their continued support, love, and hospitality throughout the years. It means the world to us.

We hope you all enjoy this live recording and feel a little of what we felt in that beautiful space. ❤️

GMJ & Matter

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Out now on Mistique 2016 featuring remixes by Timewave and Alex Vidal

Matter & Universal Harmonics - Sankara [Mistique]

Hernan Cattaneo showing support for one of my new originals, and using it to close out his Resident show.

Resident

Hernan Cattaneo - Resident 291 - 'Matter - Pronoia' 03 Dec 2016

A very special Ultra Sound guest mix from Subandrio. A good friend, awesome DJ and incredibly talented producer who I've had the pleasure of getting to know over the past two years.
Subandrio will be taking control of the Ultra Sound ship for the final New Year mix for 2016. Enjoy x

Tracklist:
01 Kastis Torrau & Arnas D Feat. Shane Blackshaw - Down So Long (Subandrio Remix) [Stripped]
02 Adrea Sobota - Fragments (Subandrio Remix) [Particles]
03 Rich Curtis - Deficit (Subandrio Global Mission Remix) [Dopamine]
04 Subandrio - Heroized Mortals (Nikko.z Remix) [Suffused Music]
05 Kasall & Cristian R, Subandrio - Star Million (Original Mix) [Flow Vinyl]
06 Id - Id [Id]
07 Id - Id [Global Mission]
08 Pete K - Utopia (Subandrio Remix) [Proton]
09 Jorgio Kioris - Isolation (Subandrio Remix) [Nothern Lights]

Ultra Sound 09 featuring Subandrio [Live NYE 2016]

Michael A - Refraction (Matter remix)

Matter & Universal Harmonics - Acacia

Matter live sunrise set on Market Stage at Rainbow Serpent Festival 2017 for the 20th anniversary celebration. Recorded live on site, during an epic pink/orange burnt sky, featuring many new productions, remixes and collaborations. Enjoy x

// Tracklist
01. SEQU3L - Timelapse (Matter remix / Sunrise rainbow mix)
02. GMJ & Matter - Osmosis
03. GuyRo - Camping In Kashmir (Matter remix)
04. Pete K - Utopia (GMJ & Matter remix)
05. Matter - ID
06. Matter - Pronoia
07. Matter - Seed
08. Matter - ID
09. Tech D -­ Changes (Matter remix)
10. Lost Promises -­ Air Strip (Matter remix)
11. GMJ & Matter - Atoms
12. Robert R Hardy ­- Sensus (Matter remix)
13. Matter & Universal Harmonics - ID

Matter live at Rainbow Serpent Festival 2017 - Market sunrise set

GMJ & Matter - Earthless [Anjunadeep]

Mid afternoon, beautiful people, blistering heat, cranking tunes and so much love. Saturday, Sunset Stage, Rainbow Serpent Festival 2018. 

// Tracklist
01 Matter - Sunset Intro
02 Alex O'Rion - Muriwai
03 Ballroom - Passenger (Guy J remix)
04 Javier Portilla & Sotela - Don't Get Lost (Cid Inc Remix)
05 Matter - Indica
06 GuyRo feat. Chris Sterio - Zen (Matter remix)
07 GMJ - Push Through
08 Matter - Western Sunrise
09 Kamilo Sanclemente & Golan Zocher - El Sol (Roger Martinez Remix)
10 Michael A - Temblor
11 Funkform - Synthesia (GMJ & Matter remix)
12 Darko De Jan feat. Esphyr - Clairvoyant (Matter remix)
13 Jorgio Kioris - Linda
14 Matter - Energon (Michael A remix)
15 Matter - Eastern Sunset

Matter @ Rainbow Serpent 2018 - Sunset Stage Set

Our May prog assault continues this week with Australis own Matter who in our view is part of the very elite of progressive house artists in this country.

As a producer he stands out among the very best locally and internationally with releases on labels such Particles, Proton, Balkan Connection, Evocative, Replug, JOOF, Anjunadeep... the list goes on and on and on...

As a Dj he's just as impressive and has played clubs and festivals all over Australia and the globe including. This podcast is a recording of from Gathering festival in Sri Lanka where he welcomed in the sunrise with this three hour masterclass. What makes this more impressive is that 3/4 of music in this set are his own creations...

Honestly this is one of the best "progressive house" sets we have heard in a long time, he is truly a master of his craft. Exceptional!!

Wildwood Podcast Series 039 - Matter live at Gathering, Sri Lanka [May 2018]

https://www.protonradio.com/shows/745/ultra-sound

// Tracklist
Shkoon - Ala Moj Al Bahr (JAVID Remix) [Underyourskin Records] 
Matter & Universal Harmonics - Re Entry 
Sabo - Grey Is The New Sunny [Sol Selectas] 
Sabo - Singing Game [Sol Selectas] 
Stan Kolev - Metanoia [Outta Limits] 
Zakir - Save the Children [Sol Selectas] 
Eelke Kleijn - 8 Bit Era (Nick Warren & Nicolas Rada Extended Remix) [DAYS like NIGHTS] 
Arrab, Black 8 - Sandwaves [The Soundgarden] 
Ben Coda - Just Let Go [Outta Limits] 
Th Moy - Meda (Tribal mix) [AlmeZZo] 
Tebra - Istok [8CELL Studio] 
Keyano - Dan Dale [Deepalma] 
Blusoul - Space Rain (Ziger Remix) [Welcome Music] 
Laroz Camel Rider - Jelamsoul featuring Riff Cohen [Sol Selectas] 
Stan Kolev - Sleepwalker [Outta Limits] 
Kamilo Sanclemente - Secret Garden [Auditen Music]

Ultra Sound 25 featuring Suduaya [Jun 2018]

Most excited that myself & GMJ are back on Proton Music August 31st for our third EP on the label, the "Interscope EP" :):)

Here is a preview of the B Side - To the Stars!

GMJ & Matter - To The Stars

// Tracklist

 1 Praveen Achary - Subside (Hot TuneiK Remix) [Balkan Connection]
 2 Julian Rodriguez & Frankie M - Broken Melodies (Nicholas Van Orton Remix) [Soundteller Records]
 3 GMJ & Matter - To The Stars (Original Mix) [Proton Music]
 4 Rick Pier O'Neil - Glade (Hot TuneiK Remix) [Proton Music]
 5 ID - ID
 6 Nicolas Petracca, Ezequiel Anile, EANP - Indigo Clouds (Original Mix) [Mirabilis Records]
 7 Lanvary - Sideralis (Original Mix) [Balkan Connection]
 8 Paul Kardos - Ameba (Original Mix) [Soundteller Records]
 9 Lanvary - Balearis (Original Mix) [Balkan Connection]
 10 Zac, Gabriel Carminatti - Give Me Your Arp (Original Mix) [Beat Boutique Records]

Ultra Sound 29 Featuring Jayy Vibes [Oct 2018]

RELEASE DATE 2019-08-26
LABEL Visceral
CATALOG VSCR1903

A regularly featured artist on the Visceral catalogues, Matter now turns conductor as he produces his debut compilation for the series.

A masterful mix showcases a collection of the Australian producer's own material for the likes of Proton Music, Open Records and Stellar Fountain while featuring a host of underground stars including Andre Sobota, Cid Inc. and Andrea Cassino.

Through 19 tracks, Matter ably illustrates why he is considered one of the foremost underground dance artists of recent years.

// Tracklist
01 Pranav Mayekar - Apollonia (GMJ interplanetary mix) [Soundteller]
02 Orsen - Castles (Blugazer Remix) [Particles]
03 Golan Zocher Feat Mila Egred - Shush (Alex O'Rion Deep Dub Mix) [Clubsonica]
04 Draso - Strum (Cid Inc. Remix) [Wide Angle Recordings]
05 Matter - Pronoia [Proton Music]
06 Matter - Seed [Proton Music]
07 Matias Chilano - Timeline [Movement Recordings]
08 Berni Turletti - Surround Us With Love (Forerunners Remix) [Or Two Strangers]
09 East Cafe - The Inverted Pyramid (Andrea Cassino Rmx) [Superordinate Music]
10 Nicolas Rada - Yaroun (Andrea Cassino Remix) [Particles]
11 Matter - We are Dust (Subandrio Remix) [Proton Music]
12 Juan Deminicis - Disorder (Andrea Cassino Remix) [Soundteller]
13 Cid Inc. - Arcane Thoughts [Replug]
14 Pantheon - Osanobwa (GMJ & Matter remix) [Open Records]
15 Cid Inc. - Abyss [Replug]
16 Lost Promises - Air Strip (Matter remix) [Stellar Fountain]
17 Rave Child - Imaginary [Proton Music]
18 Paul Kardos - Ameba [Soundteller]
19 Andre Sobota - Alter Ego (Extended Mix) [Proton Music]

Support the artists and buy the tracks here: https://www.beatport.com/release/visceral-075/2689341  
<3

Matter - Visceral 75 (2 hour mix)

All aboard the 'Dutch Master' for the Progressive Astronaut boat party cruising down the Thames in London! Here's our two hour set, jam packed with plenty of new productions, promos and weapons! A pleasure to play alongside my bro @gmj music, a killer crowd, and a perfect way to kick off ADE shenanigans shortly after in Amsterdam. Yewww x

TASCAM DR-40

GMJ & Matter live in London @ Progressive Astronaut [Oct 2019]

RELEASE DATE 2019-11-22
LABEL Balance Music
CATALOG BALANCE005EP

Funkform, GMJ & Matter – Emerge

Funkform, GMJ & Matter - Emerge [Balance]

Matter  - Mind over [free download]

RELEASE DATE 2020-11-20
LABEL meanwhile
CATALOG MW008

Returning for its eighth outing, Meanwhile co-owner, Matter, makes his solo debut for the label via the unique musical triptych of "Amanita".

From his Melbourne home, Matty Doyle has generated a tsunami of success through his Matter production moniker. Able to point to a release portfolio with over 400 production credits to his name, such esteemed imprints as Balance, Anjunadeep, BeatFreak Recordings and Proton Music have all played host to his much sought-after music.

Now creating a new narrative for his unrivalled talents within his co-owned Meanwhile label alongside fellow countryman, GMJ, "Amanita" is redolent in trademark production features that have seen Matter in such high demand. A smooth blend of rolling percussive groove, heavy beat and cavernous bassline propel the track forward with unrelenting pace as a filtered arpeggio adds to the aural melange. A glorious synth lead enters the fray at the mid-point breakdown before a rousing wall of sound marks a club-friendly zenith before the track builds once more with its star-studded cast of musical characters.

The heavy beat and wite-noise washes of "Hikikomori" provide a weighty anchor, allowing an immaculately programmed bassline groove to weave its path between four-to-the-floor rhythm and offbeat hi-hat shuffle. A heavily delayed synth line adds a touch of class as it ripples across the seven-minute piece with ease, providing subtle introspection and emotive layers in abundance. The result is a head-shaking groover that is sure to the take dancefloors by storm into 2021.

A pulsating, running bassline immediately characterises "Wormhole" as it dynamically develops courtesy of an intelligently placed melodic variation that provokes a spine-tingling emotion in the listener. An array of percussive shakers and chest-thumping kick create a spellbinding sonic palette, while a free-flowing synth line drenched in reverb and delay adds to the emotion playing off the filtered and now staccato bassline phrase. Creating a flawlessly executed progressive house anthem, Matter has once again demonstrated why his production work draws such high praise from fans and peers alike.

A career that continues to mushroom at impressive pace, "Amanita" exhibits all the qualities that finds Matter very much flavour of month.

Directed by GMJ and Matter
Managed by James Warren
Mastered by Cid Inc.
Design by Matter
Text by James Warren

Matter - Wormhole

Matter - Hikikomori

RELEASE DATE 2021-01-21
LABEL Agnosia Black
CATALOG AGNO0085

Choopie & Shmuel Flash - Chilling Moments (GMJ & Matter Remix)

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