Proton Radio Guest Mix: Pt.2

An artist who made his debut in April 2019, OHMZ has since gone on to create an impressive production portfolio. With releases on Sound Avenue, The Purr and Lisandro's Flug Lab, the Chilean producer made his Particles debut in February 2022 with a remix of Chihaka's "Kupisa".

Now returning with his first solo EP for the label, "Articulation" flows elegantly forward with its intricately programmed rhythmic backdrop and whip-cracking kick. Building quickly through its 5-minute timeframe, repeated melodies wax and wane with ease to create an easily remembered phrase. Counterpoint motifs and uplifting pads add a sense of depth and interest while an intricate percussive top-line creates an intelligent new cadence from which to hang the flowing, evolving melodies.

An artist able to combine analogue and digital production methods to create his own distinctive sound that has evolved out of southern France's techno scene, NHAR has witnessed a musical transformation. From teenage drummer in a metal band to seeing his underground house productions feature on the likes of Voltaire Music, Everything Will Be Okay and Pablo Bolivar's Seven Villas, NHAR joins the Particles roster with a beautifully crafted remix that takes the themes found in OHMZ's original and develops them into a free-flowing sequence that blossoms over the 7-minute offering. A gently pulsating bassline and metronomic beat add dancefloor sensibility as melodies combine in a beautifully woven tapestry that takes "Articulation" in entirely new musical directions.

A final remix sees Paul Richter take centre stage with his Wolfframm production moniker. An artist with a rich history in the drum and bass genre, two decades of experience in the live arena and a wealth of production material including two full-length albums, Paul saw his Wolfframm alter-ego first make its appearance on Late Night Music in February 2002. With "Wait" also appearing on the best-selling "Visceral 110" compilation, Wolfframm now makes his Particles debut with a flowing 10-minute interpretation of "Articulation". Anchored by a lilting percussive groove of toms and closed hi-hats rooted in OHMZ original, a strong kick keeps everything in 4/4 time. Familiar melodies make their presence felt as beautiful new piano melodies emerge from the rhythmic collage. Full of evocative chord progressions and heavily side-chained the pads, the delicate piano drifts unencumbered across the mid-point breakdown before continuing into the second half with a chorus of sympathetic effects and reversed phrasing. The result is a glorious new reworking.

A new original track plus a pair of outstanding remixes from NHAR and Wolfframm see OHMZ witness an impressive "Articulation".

Directed by Jay Epoch
A&R by Marina Gerardi
Mastered by Cid Inc., 4ourSound
Design by Ben Mautner
Text by James Warren

Articulation

Articulation (Original Mix)

A pair of remixes for Particles in December 2022 and February 2023 showcased Wolfframm's talents with sparkling interpretations of OHMZ and Juan Deminicis as he now returns to the label with his debut original EP. "Lucid" is an atmospheric gem that combines a heavy rolling beat with a tight percussive hi-hat backdrop. A stellar array of melodic effects, piano phrases and light motifs punctuate the rhythmic foundation before a deep penetrating bassline adds to the club-friendly character powering its way forward with low-end gravitas and deep intensity. Heading towards the breakdown, a stereo-panned LFO'd synth effect makes its play, before dropping into a full-force third movement where the complete cast of characters combine to devastating effect and melodic sensitivity. "Before You Go" is another bassline-driven gem that creates a smooth melodic backdrop from the bass sequence that is then mirrored through the other synth phrasing. With more than a touch of class, another beautiful piano sequence brings coherence to the EP narrative, as it finds its focus at the mid-point before the second half blossoms into life. A powerful driving beat, analogue bass groove and shaker-fuelled top line create a stunning piece of work in a pair of original tracks to define the Wolfframm sound.

Darling of the progressive house scene and long-time friend of Proton, the award-winning, Jamie Stevens, continues his impressive range of remixes on Proton Music for Petar Dundov, James Monro and Hrag Mikkel, with another genre-defining remix for Particles. With trademark aplomb and meticulous attention to detail, the scattered and panned LFO sequences from "Lucid" create dizzying aural patterns while new melodies generate a new direction full of atmosphere. As hypnotic as it is technically proficient, the Australian icon's skill is to create a unique dancefloor cadence that builds through its phases, ably complemented by whip-cracking kick, rolling low-end groove and fizzing hi-hat top line. The result is another Jamie Stevens masterclass.

Ireland born but Australian-based, amháin, is an artist with a rapidly growing reputation and production portfolio. Making his mark with remixes for Erdi Irmak and Michael A on Proton Music and April 2023's "Evaporate" EP on Particles, amháin now follows up with a progressive breaks-inspired reworking of "Lucid". The aptly titled "Broken Reality Remix" is a tour de force that cleverly plays on the powerful bassline found in Wolfframm's track by creating a groove that extends into a rumbling and sustained sequence over the 7-minute piece. Simultaneously, sounds from the original are liberally spread over the amháin remix as it retains the essence of the original but taken in a low-slung new direction courtesy of the inspired breakbeat backdrop and myriad additional production work.

Directed by Jay Epoch
A&R by Marina Gerardi
Mastered by 4ourSound, Cid Inc.
Design by Ben Mautner
Text by James Warren

Lucid

Lucid (Jamie Stevens Remix)

Artist: Mauro Masi.-
EP: Volcano Dancer.-
Catalogue: DRM071.-
Label: Dreamers .-
Pre-Order: 2024, March 15 th.-
Release Date: 2024, March 22 th.-
Project Manager: Fernando Ferreyra .-
Mastering: Pangea Estudio de Mastering .-

Mauro Masi - Volcano Dancer (Original Mix) [Dreamers]

Stream / Download: https://lnk.to/miami2024

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Namatjira - Breaking Ice [UV]

Daruma

Okame

Disagreement ®

We're stoked to have the bodacious beat-making skills of Boundless on this sizzling single release, as their top-tier progressive psytech style lends itself perfectly to a re-interpretation of Eartha Harris' inspired original version of 'Speed of Light'. Drops on all major digital platforms September 12!

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Speed Of Light

PREMIERE: Eartha Harris - Speed Of Light (Boundless Remix)

I have always liked the 3/4 polyrhythm with a four to the floor kick. It is so mesmerizing to listen too. Add a bit of swing, some progressive filters and effects, and you have "prog". A nice progressive house track to get lost in. Reese bass under tones, ambient pads, just a solid collections of pleasing sounds.

Hope you enjoy!

prog

RELEASE DATE 2020-08-21
LABEL Proton Music
CATALOG PROTON0476

An artist causing a buzz with his multi-faceted productions, Nopi debuts on Proton Music with his twin-track, "Parallel Words". Remixes come from Australian and US stars.

Finding himself allied to some of the most respected modern imprints with a sought-after deep house and melodic techno sound, Nopi has carved out a sizeable reputation for himself in 12 short months after a March 2019 debut for Pipe and Pochet. Since then, music for Nie Wieder Schlafen, Kindisch and Pablo Bolivar's Seven Villas, has seen the Ukrainian hit the ground running. Following up on May 2020's remix of Erdi Irmak for Proton Music, Nopi now returns with a debut EP. The title track is an immaculately crafted affair that bristles with intricate percussive intent while a cast of elegant and emotive, melodic characters mingle and entwine in brilliant sonic patterns. The result is a swathe of filtered arpeggios, textured pads and counterpoint motifs that evolve over a 7-minute piece in magisterial fashion. "Liquid Week" continues the delicate percussive framework as fizzing hi-hats form the backdrop for hypnotic melodies to develop alongside a smooth lead sequence. Hitting its stride with the wow and flutter of tape delay at the breakdown, subtle variations add depth and texture to the track.

Fresh from the launch of their Meanwhile imprint, GMJ and Matter continue to find themselves permanent fixtures in the upper echelons of the underground dance scene. Prolific and talented, the pair's solo and collaborative work has become a central component of the Proton Music catalogue with their "Superposition", "Osmosis" and "Interscope" EPs. Remixes for Andre Sobota, Rudy and Juan Deminicis' "Tao the King" in April 2019, are now complemented by a stunning interpretation of "Parallel Words". Turning Nopi's track into a pulsating progressive house gem, a driving beat and rolling percussive groove supply the framework for white-noise washes and multi-layered pads to sweep across the stereo spectrum. Making its mark in a powerful third movement, echoes from the original cascade through the mid-range to typically mesmerising effect.

Founder of the highly regarded Manjumasi imprint alongside Atish, Mark Slee is a renowned name across the clubs and bars of his San Francisco home with notable appearance further afield in New York and Berlin. With more than two decades experience in the realm of electronic music, the US artist has developed a distinctive musical identity that has seen him feature on an array of high-profile imprints that include Looq Records, Cityfox and Seven Villas. Becoming a regular on Proton Music with remixes for Oliver Lieb, Navar and Rudy, Slee's "Veranda" EP in July 2020 showcased three original tracks full of ingenuity and musical craftsmanship. Returning to remix Nopi, the Mark Slee interpretation is full of the poise and grace that has become such a staple of his work. Building through chunky rhythmic groove, melodic echoes of Nopi's original emerge through a free-flowing electric organ that wends itself through the "Dry Ice Dub Mix" in melodic exploration. Extended delays ripple effortlessly while effects and sub-bass add weight.

Sparkling original tracks and remixes from GMJ and Matter and Mark Slee have Nopi revelling in "Parallel Words".

Directed by Jay Epoch
AandR by James Warren
Mastered by Cid Inc.
Design by Ben Mautner
Text by James Warren

Nōpi - Parallel Words (GMJ & Matter remix)

Really happy to share this preview for my upcoming remix for Kandar - "My Life Rules" - out Sep 7 on Droid9! 

Early support from Hernan Cattaneo in his resident podcast #485!

Kandar - My Life Rules (GMJ Remix)

This months Future Memory is a new 1 hour set from myself - Enjoy!

Future Memory 043 - GMJ

1 Tantum - Entropy [Lost & Found]
2 Nopi(UA) - Flower Breeze [Telematique]
3 ID - ID [ID]
4 Jack Lazurus - In The Mountains (Tatsama\'S Tamara Remix) [Balkan Connection]
5 Paul Deep (AR) - Native [SERENDEEP]
6 Zankee Gulati - ID [ID]
7 Simply City - Metropolis [Sudbeat  Music]
8 Simply City - Thrive To Survive [Sudbeat Music]
9 Jerome Isma-Ae & Alastor - Tiger (Cid Inc. Remix) [Jee Productions]
10 Edu Imbernon - Caliope  [Siamese]
11 Yöurr - Behind The Sun (GMJ Extended Remix) [Songspire]

Future Memory 043 - GMJ

Losing Part of Me

Buy on Beatport

Andrea Cassino, Greenage - Agua of Life (Cream & Deep Fog Remix) [Proton Music]

Friction // Kiss FM | Matter [12.09.2020]

Friction // Kiss FM | GMJ [17.10.2020]

Very happy to share my remix for Oliver & Tom's great tune Platurno!

Support from Hernan Cattaneo & many more :)

"GMJ’s boundless passion for deep emotive electronic music has ensured his relentless rise up the ladder of global recognition in recent years, and having recently showcased his masterful abilities with ‘Periphery’ (ODST0027), he now works his remix magic on ‘Platurno’ to create one of his trademark, joyously euphoric, proper progressive interpretations, to complete yet another exceptional onedotsixtwo package."

Oliver & Tom - Platurno (GMJ Remix)

DJ Mix by @olga_misty
Tracklist + HD Audio on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/1908vnNJd4iP3R8x4vdefA
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Meanwhile 008 (Mixed By Olga Misty)

Meanwhile / Sudbeat / Replug / Anjunadeep / The Soundgarden & more...

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Since it emerged in the 90s, progressive house has impacted the lives of countless people around the world. Heroes like Hernan Cattaneo, Nick Warren, Sasha, John Digweed, Lee Burrige, Anthony Pappa, Dave Seamen, Dmitry Molosh, Dicky Trisco, Greg Wilson, Andrew Weatherall, Carl Cox, Soulwax/ 2manydjs, The Chemical Brothers, Groove Armada, Harri & Domenic, Justice, Flight Facilities, WhomadeWho, The Prodigy, Aphex Twin,LF System, Moby, Daft Punk, Slam, The KLF, Orbital, Underworld, 808State and many more have been advocates of this unique brand of club music.

House music isn’t just about the dancing it’s straight from the soul… 

I had to steal the following paragraph from ERAN AVINER SIMPLY because it is 💯 % unarguably correct.. 

“Because absolutely nothing compares to music. This language, whose universal vibes can 
be understood by anybody, connects people around the globe be it religions, cultures or ethnicity. Great tunes turn strangers into friends. One note expresses more emotions than a thousand words. Music goes on where words fall short. It simply touches your soul.

Nōpi - Parallel Words (GMJ & Matter remix)

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