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Michael Cassette & Komytea - The Trigger

MICHAEL CASSETTE - REGATTA

Michael Cassette hails from Finland and draws his musical inspiration from the memory of his late brother, David. And this essential two tracker announces him as a major new house music talent. On the A-side, 'Zeppelin' hails from the 'Discopolis' school of thinking, combining influences from the late 70's and 80's with today's production values.

The result is a melodic house beauty that just keeps on building and building. On the flip, 'David' is a direct tribute to Cassette's late brother, a chunky, 80's-infused electro houser with poignant vo-coded vocals. An awesome debut.

“Zeppelin” appears on Above &amp; Beyond: Anjunabeats Volume Five” released May21st 2007

Anjunabeats is one of the UKs most successful labels, with founders Above &amp; Beyond: Voted 9th best DJs Internationally (DJMag 2006)

Anjunadeep is a subdivision of Anjunabeats.

‘Above &amp; Beyond: Anjunabeats Volume Five ‘ has already been acclaimed "The saviors of trance… The best just got better" DJ Magazine (April 2007)

“Compilation of the Month” Mixmag [April 2007]

Michael Cassette - 'Zeppelin'

"The best melodic track I've heard for years" is how Desyn Masiello has described Michael Cassette's second single on Anjunadeep, while others have hailed it as “this year’s Discopolis”. A tune of sublime beauty, Shadow’s Movement features a swirling, hypnotic melody and french flavoured bassline, that combine to deliver a stunning dancefloor moment.

On the flip, Fox And A Shooting Star is a peak-timer reminiscent of the sounds pioneered by the likes of Eric Prydz and Paulo Mojo, and is also destined for a long stint in the record bags of the industries finest.

With their latest single, Michael Cassette have located dance music’s Holy Grail - melodic house music that moves the body and stirs the soul.

DJ reactions: 
"The tune is ridiculous...shadows movement, talk about anthem" - Desyn Masiello

“It's a SOS anthem all right...getting asked about this every time it's been dropped...great release” – Demi, Deeper Substance

“Big track!” – Hernan Cattaneo

"Fox &amp; a shooting star" is really nice and melancholic piece of italo..Great!“– Mason

”Shadows Movement is excellent” - James Zabiela

“Both tracks are melodic monster masterpieces and i cant wait to play them out this weekend !!!!” – Jody Wisternoff

Komytea mix is rockin!! - Mark Eteson

Michael Cassette - 'Shadows Movement [Radio Edit]'

Matti Heininen and Erkka Lempiäinen have delivered plenty of magical Michael Cassette moments ever since they exploded onto the scene with the wonderful ‘Zeppelin’ and ‘David’ and this latest themed step on their musical journey is the perfect companion to the summer months.
‘Magenta Sunset’ represents an exciting change of tack and shift of focus for the boys; lifting out some of the distinctive 80s house hooks and delving deep into progressive terrains but keeping to the essential spirit of joyous vibes you can almost picture the kaleidoscopic streaks of colour in the sky as the sun hides away for the night as the track breezes along and unwinds gently on a cocktail of soft, transcendent melodies and blissful ambiances.
‘Wateresque’ sees the Cassette sound sailing purposefully further into unchartered waters, with its downtuned bass, metallic synths, percussive snaps and tumbling keys creating an edgier, moodier piece interspersed with a lingering, slow-burning melody as beautiful as any the duo have crafted previously, making this package an unmissable addition to the Anjunadeep collection.


Radio Play 
•	Above & Beyond – Trance Around The World
•	Gareth Emery Podcast
•	Finnish Radio 1. - Juska Wendland

Key DJ Support-:

Above & Beyond,


DJ Reactions -:

Ashley Wallbridge – “Great release from M.C yet again.. Pure quality. Very dramatic and love the feel of both tunes..Can't wait to play out.”

Thomas Blum – “Great! I will support both tracks in my next sets”

Ric McClelland – “Both are nice and will be perfect for the big summer gigs!”

Flash Brothers -  “Very good high classed progressive two tracks from this great duo, we always support Magenta Sunset and will play this weekend on the gigs! Thankyou!!”
  
Pieter De Wagter –“ Fantastic release. Glad to see Michael trying other things (with success). Really like Wateresque. Magenta Sunset is nice to. 8/10”
 
Royce Haven (Witty Tunes) – “Massive bassline. Great Package!”

Jon – “Magenta Sunset, pretty title, pretty track! 7/10”

Marco G – “Really great tracks , so sexy and the melody are fantastic. Full Support on radio & up comings gigs” 


Cesar Lugo – “Nice stuff, very good melodies will definitely test it out. 8/10”

Matt Cerf – “Strong as usual!” 

Dominik de Leon – “I love the sound of Magenta Sunset.”

Victor Dinaire – “Will work for my opening set tomorrow at Pacha for ATB. Thanks for sending!”

Mike Haddad – “Wateresque is so good!”

Ian Buff – “Magenta Sunset is great, will definitely play."

Daniel Mangan – “Mr Cassette rocks it this time around. Wateresque for radio play for sure.”

Leon Bolier – “I really like Wateresque!”

Vinny Troia – “Fantastic. 9/10. Great work from Michael.”

Dominik de Leon – “I love the sound of Magenta Sunset!”


Michael Cassette - 'Magenta Sunset'

Taken from their forthcoming debut album due early 2010 Michael Cassette are back in town and given their recent good form in the studio it’s inevitable that ‘Kilimanjaro’ turns out to be another instant hit. Catchy grooves and sweet twinkling melodies characterise the Original Mix as Matti and Erkka generously sprinkle their 80s-influenced magic dust over the top for good measure. An instant hit, and arguably their finest work since shadow's movement.
The Solarity boys really are on a hot streak at the moment and as such they’re deservedly passed the baton for remix duties. After the bomb blast of ‘Terminal 6’, back come the distorted basslines on this minimal rework.


Radio Play 
•	Above & Beyond – Trance Around The World

Key DJ Support -:
Above & Beyond, Laurent Garnier, Eric Prydz, James Zabiela

DJ Reactions

Eric Prydz – “Original mix for me. Will play”

Laurent Garnier – “Nice deep techno track. Will try it out”

James Zabiela – “Awesome track!”

Airwave – “Amazing follow-up to Wateresque!”

PROFF – “Original mix is just great!”

Flash Brothers – “Michael Cassette is back with a top mix here. Wicked remix by Solarity as well! It rocks our gigs!”

Shawn Mitiska – “Great package, cant go wrong with Michael Cassette and Solarity!”

Ronski Speed – “Going for the Solarity Remix, very well done!”

Mike Koglin – “Very cool”

John Askew – “Wicked!”

Dave Lambert - “Great, really deep and emotive!”

Ramiro Puente – “Solarity Remix!”

Label manager Add2Basket – “Original is dope”

Ernesto vs. Bastian – “Support on the Solarity remix”

Juska Wendland – “Solarity remix is massive”

John de la Mora – “Michael Cassette delivers again, fantastic track! Support on original mix”

Steve Arnold – “Another fine piece from Michael Cassette. Some really nice melodies and their trademark punchy bassline. Excellent work!”

Laurent Verronez – “Great package!”



Michael Cassette - 'Kilimanjaro (Original Mix)'

Life hasn't always been easy for Michael Cassette. For personal reasons he has chosen not to be in public. 

The essence of Michael Cassette's sound lies in the combination of vintage hardware and the latest
technology. 

All enquiries, please email michaelcassette@gmail.com