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]

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