Ending the year on a high having witnessed a plethora of musical highlights, Meanwhile has been a shining beacon for progressive house throughout 2021. Now, Australian, Mike Rish, becomes the latest debutant to showcase his talents on GMJ & Matter’s blossoming imprint with the 3-track “Beyond” EP.

From his home on Australia’s south-eastern coast, Mike Rish has witnessed an impressive rise to notoriety, courtesy of a clutch of high-profile releases on an exclusive set of blue-chip labels. Not wanting to flood the progressive house scene with a swathe of formulaic dance music, the Melbourne resident’s “selective output” is based on a carefully thought-out commitment to “keep people engaged, but also wanting more”. Thus, Rish’s work for the likes of Colorize, Serendeep and Juicebox Music, has seen the Australian carve out a sizeable niche for himself, further enhanced by March 2021’s 12-track “Interlinked” album for UGENIUS Music.

Opening his Meanwhile account with the “Beyond” title track, a chunky beat and cavernous bass groove sit tightly against off-beat hats and snare. Filtering into sonic range, an elegant arpeggio provides glorious melodic interplay as white-noise washes and meandering pads pulse gently across the near 10-minute piece. Full of spine-tingling atmosphere, additional melodic phrasing is introduced at the breakdown before extending into the third movement with ease, combined with a raft of effects and masterful touches.

A bouncing bass groove immediately finds “Mindgame” oozing with hypnotic force and low-end menace. Sat perfectly in between deep kick and ticking hats, a flowing melodic line ripples across proceedings as it rises and falls with filtered dynamism. Twisted vocal cuts and acetylene-edged synth effects pitch with glissando range adding to the aural collage in a track full of dark and mesmerising beauty.

Closing the EP, “Here For You” is characterised by an intricate percussive arrangement that introduces a subtle melodic backdrop. Effects and textured pads span the stereo stage in modulated glory as a pulsating lead melody enters the fray in the second movement. Building steadily before revealing itself fully in the stripped back breakdown, the second half blossoms in commanding fashion with a pulsating confluence of rhythm and melody. The result is a track that illustrates Mike Rish’s unique talent and technique.

A musical triptych full of innovation and sonic narrative, Mike Rish has gone above and “Beyond” with a glittering display of production prowess.

Mike Rish - Here For You (Original Mix)

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EANP - LYSITHEA (ORIGINAL MIX) @ HERNAN CATTANEO RESIDENT #553

Sentinel

Sentinel EP

Ezy - Sentinel (Andrés Moris & Alto Astral Remix) Oz Land Music

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The latest release on Madloch's 3rd Avenue imprint welcomes Emotional Tourist to the label with his "8 Light Years From Home EP". Last year he released music on Sound Avenue, When We Dip XYZ, Akbal & Kindisch Music. Travis Jesse, Figueras and Ivan Sandhas got invited to do a remix.

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8 Light Years From Here

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Emotional Tourist - 8 Light Years From Here (Travis Jesse Remix) [3rd Avenue]

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The latest offering from Madloch's Sound Avenue imprint finds the label presenting new interpretations of Nopi's ‘Hookan Idyll'. Originally released in October of 2020 as part of the Ukrainian's well-received ‘Where to Go' EP, it's deeper design and hopeful atmospheres charmed DJs and fans alike, proving once again what an exceptional talent Nopi has become. Now bringing new life to the much-loved track, Sound Avenue invites Forty Cats, Meeting Molly and Pedro Capelossi to re-imagine the production for 2022.

Returning to the label and providing the first interpretation of ‘Hookan Idyll' is Forty Cats. With well over a decade's worth of DJ experience, Russian artist Christina Gavrilova aka Forty Cats has been a fixture of her country's nightlife, sharing the stage with Jody Wisternoff, Nick Warren, Yotto, Dave Seaman and more. Christina's production debut landed three years ago via 8bit Music, and in relatively short order the Russian artist has gone on to release projects via Lane 8's This Never Happened, Hernan Cattaneo's Sudbeat Music, Juicebox Music and Mango Alley. Having made her Sound Avenue debut in January with a well-received remix of Eric Lune's ‘Dreaming Home', Forty Cats now makes a welcome return with an equally stunning take on ‘Hookan Idyll'. Smooth and rhythmic throughout, the Russian artist goes deep and driving for what results in a hypnotic eight-minute journey. Meditative lines, gentle tonal themes and intoxicating atmospheres unite across the first act, perfectly setting up an effects-laden break. Acid-like lines and ghostly vocal fragments emerge as the centrepiece evolves, adding a trippy flair as the narrative builds onwards to a thumping drop and colourful finale.

Making his label debut and providing the second interpretation of ‘Hookan Idyll' is Meeting Molly. Following initial outings on Amsterdam based powerhouse Songspire in 2019, Meeting Molly went on to compile a meticulous resume, with notable projects coming courtesy of Juicebox Music, Kiksuya Records, Mango Alley and Monstercat. Now presenting his first remix production of 2022, the Russian artist debuts on Sound Avenue with a gorgeous take on ‘Hookan Idyll'. Engaging from the outset, momentous kicks and rhythmic pulses converge for a fluid foundation, while swirling sonics bring texture and drive to the groove. Building an otherworldly narrative across the first act, hazy synth phrasing and neatly manicured percussion add emotion and drive leading into the break. The centrepiece delights with its timeless appeal, as misty pads add a hopeful charm before transitioning into a key changing drop and haunting finale. Also included is Meeting Molly's ‘Vocal Mix' which carries the same structure and arrangement of the main mix while adding impassioned phrasing for an entirely new dimension.

The release concludes with Pedro Capelossi returning to the label for two spirited renditions of ‘Hookan Idyll'. Born in Brazil but now based in Spain, Pedro Capelossi made his Sound Avenue debut in 2020, with the Madloch and Subnode collaborations ‘Turmeric Latte' and ‘Vanilla Noise'. Forging a strong bond with the label going forward, the Barcelona resident then went on to deliver his first EP for the Belgian imprint in 2021. Also finding a home on Nick Warren's The Soundgarden and Pablo Bolivar's Seven Villas, Pedro now returns to Sound Avenue for his first remix project. 

Written by Mitch Alexander | www.releasepromo.com
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Hookan Idyll

Nōpi - Hookan Idyll [Sound Avenue]

Clubsonica Records continues a strong start to the year by welcoming JFR to the label for his debut EP. Juan Franco Rivero aka JFR hails from Mendoza and has been rising out of Argentina's progressive house underground since making his debut in 2017. 2021 proved to be a breakout year for JFR, as the Argentine continued his upward trajectory with standout releases for UK behemoth Anjunadeep, Dreamers and the fast-rising Nature Rec. World class DJ Hernan Cattaneo has also taken a liking to JFR's sound, featuring the Argentine's music in both his live and radio sets on multiple occasions. Now presenting his first EP project of 2022, JFR adds Clubsonica to his resume with 'Kira | Zulu', alongside remixes from djimboh and Deviu.

'Kira' gets the release underway and sits as one of JFR's most emotive productions to date. Warm beats and a buzzing groove set the foundation for a narrative of gentle stabs, rolling rhythms and detailed percussion. Pushing a poignant storyboard, kaleidoscopic arps rise across the first act, flowing through tasteful modulation while impassioned chord charges and symphonic overlays bring depth and colour leading into the main break. Executed to perfection, the interlude builds anticipation through striking chord stabs and siren-like wails, before melting down to a pulsating drop and smooth finale. The companion piece 'Zulu' finds JFR diversifying his portfolio further with a smooth melodic creation. Sleek and positive throughout, the eight-minute journey delights with its whimsical arps and balmy atmospheres. The narrative then shifts with colourful tones highlighting the main break; glowing and effervescent in equal measure, this newfound theme not only demonstrates what a melodic craftsman JFR has become but sets in motion a glowing musical finale.

The lone interpretation of 'Kira' is provided by djimboh. Hailing from the UK, djimboh first came to our attention in 2019 with releases via Freegrant Music, Immersed and Mango Alley. Quickly regarded for a sound that was both groovy and musical, the London resident continued to impress across the next two years, finding favour with a cross-section of the underground's premiere tastemakers, while adding top tier imprints such as Monstercat and TRYBESof to his resume. Now looking to kickstart his 2022 in style, djimboh debuts on Clubsonica with a gorgeous take on 'Kira'. Opting for a deeper approach, the UK artist makes intelligent use of the primary themes, while incorporating his own, uniquely distinctive quirks. Perhaps most impactful however is the main break, which clocks in at an expansive two-minute running time. Here, djimboh allows glowing tones to resonate against a warm, hazy backdrop, casting a spell over the listener, before breaking out into a tastefully restrained final movement.

The release concludes with Deviu providing the lone interpretation of 'Zulu'. Based in Pasto, the Colombian artist began his journey into electronic music production in 2014 under a variety of alias', before eventually settling on Deviu in 2020. Created as an outlet to explore the realms of deep, progressive and organic house, Deviu soon landed releases on Nick Warren's The Soundgarden, Dopamine White and Purified, where his fresh sound immediately found footing. Now continuing his journey with Clubsonica, the Colombian artist dials in an impressive rendition of 'Zulu'. Building elegantly, its glassy arps and fluttery motifs descend over a warm, voluptuous framework, eventually advancing the journey into an emotive break. Stripping right down, the interlude brings further brilliance to the spirit of the track through charming plucks and heartfelt bass swells, before giving way to a colourful crescendo of drums and effects, which initiate a soaring finale. A gorgeous remix from Deviu which rounds out a welcome Clubsonica debut for himself, djimboh and JFR.

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Kira | Zulu

Kira (Original Mix)

JFR - Kira (Original Mix) [Clubsonica Records]

Erdi Irmak - The One (Rework) - WTHI066
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‣ Release: April 1st, 2022

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Erdi Irmak - The One (Rework) - WTHI066

1.	Forest Weed - Float in Space
2.	Marchesan - Driving Club
3.	Trilucid - One Week Off (RIGOONI Remix).
4.	d-phrag, Valentin Mavron - Correlation (André Moret Remix)
5.	Tonaco – Setentrional
6.	Kosala B - Heaven Voices(Yudi Watanabe Remix)
7.	Luciano Scheffer  - Austral
8.	Andre Moret, Mariusso - Never End
9.	CREAM - Zephyr(Gorkiz & Nobilis Remix)
10.	Luciano,Goraieb - Endless Symphony
11.	VENAO – Id

Brazilian Storm - 10

Before the End

The chant of the void calls.
⛧ FRΞQUΞNCY DΞSCΞNT: VØID CHΛNT ⛧ is a descent into subterranean frequencies, where hypnotic techno collides with industrial shadows and trance echoes. Pulsing bass, ritual percussion, and evolving textures form a soundscape carved from darkness.

All original compositions by ApØtheØsis.
Best experienced in the dark, headphones on, volume high.

Genres: Hypnotic Techno · Deep Techno · Ritual Minimal · Industrial Techno · Acid Techno · Psytrance · Electro-Industrial · Experimental · Ambient Drone

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VØID RESONANCE

Lost in the groove. Let the soulful chords and lush rhythms of melodic house be the soundtrack to your weekend. Hit play and drift away.

The Lucid Dream

meanwhile is the creative outlet & vision of GMJ & Matter.
Founded in 2020, we pride ourselves on releasing & showcasing only the finest in forward thinking deep & progressive music from around the globe.

Our label family is growing with resident DJ's including Olga Misty (Russia) amhain (Ireland / Australia), Paul Deep (AR), Sebastian Sellares (AR),  Forerunners (USA), DJ Ogawa (Japan), Imran Khan (UK), DJ Ruby (Malta) & Ricky Ryan (Argentina), Jiminy Hop (Russia)

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