Argentinean duo, Alto Astral, have risen quickly to prominence in recent times with their mature production sound and ethereal vocal arrangements. Already regulars on such esteemed imprints as MNL, Or Two Strangers and Nick Warren's The Soundgarden, the Barcelona-based pair return with their own very special project in the shape of "Heartbeat Collective".

First conceived at Amsterdam Dance Event 2023 after discussions with the Proton Music team, Alto Astral have meticulously curated a compilation of the highest order featuring both Argentinean and Greek artists and a pair of original tracks from the duo themselves. The result is a spectacular extravaganza showcasing a quintet of modern progressive house music encapsulating a magical musical narrative. As Alto Astral's Martina expounds, "themes surrounding love, unity and empathy" are all present, but juxtaposed against the "powerful, strong and even slightly furious energy of the current world."

"I Am" is a beautiful opener that drifts easily through its combination of ethereal drone and smooth breakbeat rhythm. A cavernous sub-bassline adds depth aplenty while a wonderfully catchy vocal hook floats elegantly across the piece with vocal harmonies creating a majestic sense of open space and sublime emotion. "You & Us" continues the smooth melodic narrative while a chest-thumping 4/4 kick beats out a metronomic anchor. Pads and twinkling arpeggios create delicate melodic interplay as they rise and fall throughout, and a swirling breakdown introduces a loquacious vocal. The second half introduces a new rhythmic urgency and a huge bassline groove to proceedings with dynamic effect.

Label regular, Juan Deminicis, has thrilled Proton Music with a slew of original and remix material and it is an honour to see him represented on "Heartbeat Collective" with the typically mature and deeply flowing "Astral Odyssey". Replete with rhythmic poise and grace, thickly textured pads vie with a delayed arp and lead motif. A beautiful vocal harmony lilts easily as it echoes across the beatless mid-point before the pace is picked up once more in the second half where vocal layers and counterpoint melody join forces to close out the third movement.

Greek legend and long-time Proton Music friend, Simos Tagias, joins the collective party with "Missile". Redolent in typically impressive club-friendly credentials, a rolling, head-shaking groove swings across the 7-minute track with dynamic drive as immaculately cadenced synth notes add sonic intrigue and seething dancefloor vitality. Reaching a rousing crescendo where all melodic components join forces to a compelling zenith, "Missile" drops back to its delicious ever-present groove in the final stages.

Newcomer, Andrés Moris is the final beating heart of the Alto Astral collective as the Córdoba resident builds on success found for the likes of Sudbeat Music, Mango Alley and Juicebox Music. Contributing to the release courtesy of "Connected", Andrés' skill is to create a cone-melting bassline sequence that fills the low-end in imposing fashion. Shimmering synth lines then ripple atop, delicately swimming across the stereo spectrum with a hint of steel drum resonance. A garrulous spoken vocal phrase delivers a meditational air at the mid-point and into the third movement, while the melodic phrasing of earlier movements flow towards the track's conclusion in combination with the devastating bassline pattern.

Five pieces of masterful production from a quartet of progressive house's finest exponents see Alto Astral truly part of a life-affirming "Heartbeat Collective".

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

Heartbeat Collective

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Juan Deminicis - Astral Odyssey

This week we welcome back Fractal Architect for his beautfiul two hour mix! Fractal Architect's music is driven by a passion for depth and feeling, and he strives for excellence through meticulous attention to detail. With influences from Kraftwerk to Zappa and Bach to Beck, Fractal Architect's unique sound often defies genres, shaped by his upbringing in the musical melting pot of the 80s and 90s where new sonic possibilities emerged.

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Tracklist:
01 Nick Newman - Sense of Wonder 00.00
02 Analog Jungs - Punilla 05.20
03 Fractal Architect - Confluence 12.00
04 KYOTTO - Would You Be There When the World Fails 18.52
05 Madloch - Flow State (Beije Remix) 25.48
06 Travis Jesse - One Talisman 32.28
07 Inherent (AU), Tristan Case, Covsky, FRAIS - Arts Mantis 39.24
08 Gaston Sosa, Aldi - Blinding Sun 44.56
09 Alberto Blanco - Distant Planets (Yuriy From Russia Remix) 51.04
10 Nicolas Benedetti - Avoid 58.50
11 Fran Garay - Fall in Melody 63.52
12 Jeff Eveline - Crashes in Love (Beije Remix) 69.04
13 Fractal Architect - Costa Rica 76.24
14 Russlan Jaafreh - Trebuchet 82.16
15 Abity - Hevious (Christian Monique Remix) 88.02
16 Truong Tham - Mundane (Dexter Curtin & Marcus Jahn Remix) 95.06
17 Night Shift Master, Zak Dekel - Take Me to Sleep (Alec Araujo Remix) 100.26
18 Fabian Balino - Before You Let Go 107.22
19 Figueras - Summit 114.26

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3rd Avenue Mixed 009 - Fractal Architect

Tracklist:

01. Elliot Moriarty - A Journey We've Never Made [What Happens]
02. Elliot Moriarty - The Future Of Us [Personal Belongings]
03. Nikita Grib – Sunrise [RADI MIRA I LUBVI]
04. Namatjira - Mancuso (Original Mix) [Worlds Apart]
05. Van Vazquez and Luciano Levin – This is beautiful (Original_mix) [Nordic Voyage Recordings]
06. Two Twenty – Lubov I mir [RADI MIRA I LUBVI]
07. Two Twenty - Reka [RADI MIRA I LUBVI]
08. Selli Martin – Flying over the sky (Domingo and Loveclub remix) [For Senses Records]
09. Francisco Basso – Alondra (Original mix) [Nordic Voyage Recordings]
10. Francisco Basso – Buho (Original mix) [Nordic Voyage Recordings]

Bio:
Victro aka Flycast is a Bulgarian DJ, studied classical piano since the age of 5, developed an innate desire and passion for music. He goes through all styles, but his heart is captured by electronic music. His musical sense is enhanced by the sets of John Digweed, Hernan Cattaneo and Dj Sasha, who have been his idols over the years. Flycast's music gravitates towards creating emotional and cinematic journeys aimed at evoking deep experience and personal reflection. Creator of a music podcast called Flycast, through which he shares his views on electronic music.

TGSV Guests #32 - Flycast

Quirky Gardens (mixtape)

If I could describe my DJ's personality, it would be with this set which is full of sweet & playful vibes that I love to create on the dance floor.
My passion for supporting local Kizz communities is bringing me back to Bedburg, a small German town where on January 3-6 Simplicity 💙 meets Connection 💜 
I am happy & grateful to support Kizz Essence initiative that supports new talents 🎧💃🕺🏻 and builds a wonderful local community. 🇩🇪
Tickets are limited so grab yours (official event: https://www.facebook.com/events/702342121715325). I can't wait to play for you in Bedburg soon! 

Meanwhile enjoy THE POWER OF SWEETNESS & PLAYFULNESS - Kizz Essence Promo Set 💜
Playlist below 👇
Amor - DJ Bangs x Tony Z
You and Me - Taylor Gasy x DJ Chad x Jayneziss
Dose De Amor - DJ Chad x DJ Inno x Tony Z
Aurea Febraio x Kizomba Sound
Fica - DJ SAvvy x DJ Papa Luc x Dalela (for the release follow DJ SAvvy & DJ Papa Luc)
Chega Mais - DJ Nice Life x Tony Z
Sera - DJ FOFO-JAH x Euroboys Mz
Estou Paiado - Gerilson Insrael
Ta Bala- DJ Shark x Andrédson Keys 
Bonita - DJ Nao x Skuco x Adelino
Be Happy - Jayon Tivane
​​Hapa - Emmie Deebo
Smile for Me - Majeeed
Okwaraji - Pop Perry
Quality Time - Badman Dafe
Luv Again - Ruger
Body & Soul - Joeboy
All Of Us (Ashawo) - Fireboy DML
Já Não Há Amor - Professor Lay
Understand - Omah Lay
Secrets - Asiah x Masri

THE POWER OF SWEETNESS & PLAYFULNESS - Kizz Essence Promo Set 💜

A bootleg I made a few years ago for my own use and sets, following up on the popular Four Agreements edit on Anjuna.

A New Dream - Heaven On Earth (Martin Roth Galaxia Reconstruct)

"The good girl who once followed the rules now follows her passions, forging her destiny and wearing her crown with the grace of a true queen."
Dear Woman 💜,
I want to remind you of something incredibly important: YOU are amazing just as YOU are! While society, family, or social media may have led you to believe otherwise, remember that each of us is a precious human being. We don’t need to strive for perfection to deserve love or to pursue our dreams…
The journey from “good girl energy,” where we live according to the expectations of others, to embracing our “queen energy” is not an easy one, but it is definitely worth it.
This mixtape is dedicated to every courageous woman who chooses to live by her own standards and follow her dreams and desires. These empowered women are changing the world and inspiring others along their paths. I am immensely grateful for all the wonderful, inspiring ladies who have been part of my journey. This promo set is also a celebration of the incredible female artists who play vital roles in the kizomba, urbankiz, and afropop scenes.
I would love to wholeheartedly invite you to join us for an event that celebrates and empowers women within the Kizz community. WoW, the World Of Women Kizomba Weekender, will take place from March 14-16 and will be filled with Kizomba Queens ready to inspire you. Official event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1054270773027042
Let’s uplift each other and embrace our power together! 🤗
Enjoy THE POWER OF QUEEN ENERGY 💜
Playlist below 👇
Sou Tua Boneca - Coco Kizz ft. Fáusya 
Me Cola - DJ SAvvy x Jayon Tivane x BN VILA
Koroba  - Tiwa Savage
I'm Sorry - Yemi Alade
Show Me What You Got - Harmonize ft. Yemi Alade
Rush -  Ayra Starr 
Stressar - Ninno Berryh & Dj Swari
Ramantxada - Yasmine
Mawa - Chelsea Dinorath & Teo No Beat & Was Lost Studios
Melhor - Chelsea Dinorath
Tempo - Yasmine
Meu Marido - Soraia Ramos
Cansei - Filomena Maricoa 
Sai da Porta - DJ SAvvy x Daniela Dion
MDO X Soarito - Canastrar - Dj Neiken Mashup 
Mayeee - DJ SAvvy & Juvencio Matine
Dança pra mim - DJ Kemena ft. Jayon Tivane
Essa Magia - DJ Tati & DJ J'Larious ft. Isa Manhique
Baby, I'm toxic - DJ Rara
Maybe (remix) - Ellsys & DJ Baillie
Dança - Taylor Gasy

THE POWER OF QUEEN ENERGY - WOW Promo Set 💜

Winter Journey 2025

Tracklist
KOAN Sound - Temple of Fervor
Tinlicker feat. Run Rivers - Vanishing (Dosem Remix)
Pan-Pot - Sleepless (Stephan Bodzin Remix)
Robag Wruhme - Nata Alma (Club Smash Hit Version)
Rezident, Tantum - Grauzone_(Original Mix)
Obbie - Synesthesia
Trilucid - Take Me Higher
Marc Holstege - A Mind Full of Thoughts_(Original Mix)
Ralf Urland - Activity_(Dave Pad Remix)
Braxton, Danni Wells - Torn
Folamour - Ivoire (Original Mix)
DIM KELLY - Aurora (Original Mix)
KiNK - Leko (Session Victim Remix)
The Cobb - Underwater Serinades (Not Demure Dub Remix)
Marsh - All Night Long_(Icarus Extended Mix)
Marsh, Jodie Knight - Fragments feat. Jodie Knight (Extended Mix)

One spring day (Mixtape)

Breaking the routine (Mixtape)

Live DJ Mix. Tracklist:
[00:00] Modd, Metanoya - Love Will Save the World
[05:28] Martin Roth - The Song That Plays At The End Of Your Childhood
[11:04] Massive Attack - Unfinished Sympathy (Mass Digital Remix)
[16:20] Lopezhouse & Angela - Crosses and Angels (Guy Mantzur Remix)
[22:28] WhoMadeWho, Everything Is Art - All The Love
[28:04] Jakatta - American Dream (PROFF Extended Interpretation)
[34:15] Das Pharaoh, VÜMA - Morgana (Paul Thomas Extended Remix)
[39:30] Nils Hoffmann - Collide
[43:40] M.O.S. - Immensity
[49:06] Braxton - Singularity
[54:29] Volen Sentir - Violet (with PROFF)

Progressive Odyssey [Jun. 2025]

Mladen Banovic aka Progressive Odyssey is a DJ from Croatia, currently based in Dresden, Germany. His sets are characterized with deep and progressive house music, often having a dreamy and melancholic touch.
To see a video recording of Mladen's live performance on vineyards of east Croatia, check the YouTube link below or search for "Progressive Odyssey - Sunset in Baranja vineyards, Croatia 2021 (DJ mix)".

Member @ 'Army of Love' community (Soundcloud link below).

Progressive Odyssey [Jun. 2025]

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