An artist with a rich and impressive pedigree, Mike Rish returns to Meanwhile with a triple-tracker of exceptional quality in "Sunset on Mars / Tornn / Shokl".

A Melbourne native with a strong back catalogue stretching back over 15 years, Mike Rish's debut quickly became a starting point for a successful career, predominantly focused on the sound of Progressive House. Since 2009, the Australian has gone on to see his music featured on the likes of Vapour Recordings, Anjunadeep and Guy J's Lost & Found, while a trio of EPs for Meanwhile between 2021 and 2024 have seen Mike Rish sparkle with a collection of beautifully crafted original sonic sculptures. Now returning for the first time since August 2024's "Akhnaton / Gröv / Cloudbreaker" triumph, 3 new original tracks take centre stage.

The compelling "Sunset on Mars" opens with a thumping beat and smooth percussive top-line before a swathe of effects-laden synths percolate the soundwaves with rich delays and reverb. A powerful bassline adds dancefloor urgency while an evocative arp filters its way to the foreground through the second movement. Rising and falling with club-friendly knowhow, the track gradually picks up pace before entering the second half full of punchy bravado. Immaculately constructed, "Sunset on Mars" is an aural triumph.

Continuing the powerful rhythmic character of its predecessor, "Tornn" is a thumping, chugging bassline monster that rolls seductively across its 7-minute timeframe. Endless delays and effects swim across the stereo spectrum in swirling atmospheres as vocal snippets talk of remembered dreams and an eerily pitched menace. Evolving easily through its phases, the second half comes to life as bassline and rhythmic prowess take control across the shape-shifting soundscapes.

Opening with a strong tribal rhythm and subtle jungle-themed effects and bird calls, another chorus of reverb-drenched effects and delays across a smorgasbord of vocal cuts, provide a beautiful dub-inspired atmosphere. Coming to the fore at the stripped-back breakdown with expansive ease, Mike Rish gently picks up the pace through the second half to create and intriguing and dynamic listening environment through his sublime layering of vocal elements.

Returning to the label that is fast becoming a second home, Mike Rish delights Meanwhile listeners with "Sunset on Mars / Tornn / Shokl".


Mike Rish - Tornn

She plays for the love of music and the love of dancing...
Hailing from the lush Northern Rivers of Northern NSW, DJ Amozon is a favourite in the area. She has been playing around in the Northern Rivers and Brisbane area for about 20 years. You will be guaranteed to have a good dance.

Once Managed her own events in Lismore including Electrum, T-Dance, Bodacious, Renegayeds and her recent, regular events: The Full Moon Party & Phoenix. 
Amozon is in high demand and is also busy playing at many private house parties around Brisbane and the Northern Rivers.

Amozon will take you on a special journey. A journey in to underground deep base techno and the  intricate/quirky sounds in between. Her sound is nostalgic, dark, progressive techno that induces all the feels of light and dark. It’s all about the music getting you up and dancing.

Events & venues played:
• Tropical Fruits(Lismore) 2007 & 2017, 2018 
• The Winsome Hotel (Lismore) 1999-2008
• Wickham (Bris) 2000
• Twang Gang(Bris)2000-2001
• Pride fair Day(Bris)2010
• Skank – Scarlet – Seduction – Horn - (Bris)2010-2013
• T-Bar – Arouse - Fetish Empire (Bris)2010
• Triple Treat – Fashionably Trashed (Jiggi) 2014, 15, 16, 17, 18
• Byron Bay Records (Mullumbimby) 2017
• Sea Shepherd-Billinudgel Hotel (Billinudgel) 2017,
 & Durrumbal Hall 2018
• Electric Avenue (Lismore) 2014, 15, 16
- Jack’s Bar – The Hub (Lismore) 2015, 16 
• Fantasies Cabaret (Nimbin) 2016, 17, 18
• Earthdance (NNSW) 2018
- Nimbin Mardi Grass 2016, 17, 18, 19, 22
- Beats On Tap (Lismore)2014, 15, 16, 17, 18 , 19, 22, 23
- Sunday Kicks (Billinudgel) 2018, 19
- Wiggle (Durumbal Hall) 2018
- Dirty House (Lismore Bowlo) 2022
- Bass Invaders (Civic Hotel, Lismore) Mar 2023
- Fetish Easter Party (The Bunker, Sporties Hotel, Brisbane) Apr 2023
- Brisbane Leather Pride (The Bunker, Sporties Hotel) Sept 2023
- Liquorice All sorts (Triple Treat Production) Nimbin 2023
- Luscious (Tronic House Collective) Northern Rivers March 2024

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)

Not currently accepting demos. ✌