The latest release from Clubsonica Records finds the label showcasing the 2022 edition of its MMW Sampler. Long a testing ground for some of the underground's freshest new music, Miami Music Week sees artists, DJs, labels and industry brands travelling to the long-standing event, searching for what will be the spring and summer seasons biggest records. The global pandemic cancelled the event's previous two years but now with the world opening back up, the 2022 installment moves forward with great anticipation. Pre-covid 19, the MMW Sampler was a staple in Clubsonica's release schedule, and now makes a triumphant return with exciting new music from (in order of appearance): Alex Bessofen and Pablo Arbelaez, Andre Moret and NAHS, Emegepe, Mir Omar and Ric Niels.

Opening the release are Alex Bessofen and Pablo Arbelaez. Also finding favour with world class DJ Hernan Cattaneo, Alex and Pablo continue on an upwards trajectory with 'Mezcal'. Aimed squarely at a peak time dance floor, the duo marries electric rhythms and striking percussion with driving beats and pulsating grooves. A stunning array of effects delights across the first act, sweeping in and out of the stereo-field as crunchy arps add texture and momentum leading into the second of two breaks. Rising modulation continues to elevate mood as the interlude builds to a sonic sizzle, before giving way to a vortex of noise as the groove drops for a thumping finale.

Selection two finds Andre Moret alongside NAHS. Now, joining forces for the first time, Clubsonica serves as the perfect landing spot for the duo's collaboration entitled 'Brava'. Deep and fluid throughout, the duo's sleek designs are mysterious yet hopeful, tactfully merging for a momentous mindset-style groover. Looking to bring greater emotional depth, the main break adds colour through arpeggiated phrasing and cinematic overlays, gently building anticipation onwards to a glowing apex and purring final movement.

Next up is Emegepe. Presenting his first project of 2022, Emegepe now makes his Clubsonica debut with 'Multicoloured Puff'. Played out over eight minutes, its tightly-knit groove and hypnotic rhythms set the foundation for an evolving atmospheric narrative. Ghostly wails and timeless chord stabs come in waves across the first act, playing off layers of driving percussion, while sweeping effects carry into the main break. Stripping down to a cavernous ambience, the interlude builds anticipation through striking overlays and colourful arps, before giving way to a stripped-down drop and intoxicating finale.

The sampler's lone remix is provided by Mir Omar. Now with the demand for new material at an all-time high, Mir makes his Clubsonica debut with a gorgeous rendition of 'Induction' by Mental Order and Tim Othy. Opting for a bigger, more peak-time approach, the American artist focuses on a strong rhythmic narrative, with layers of hip-swinging percussion and buoyant tonal themes fueling its infectious drive. Landing in a timely fashion, the main break resonates with great strength, juxtaposing shape-shifting atmospheres over warm sub bass, onwards to a driving finale.

The release concludes in fine style with Ric Niels. Ric returns to round out the MMW Sampler with 'Who Knows'. Well in line with the previous selections, its striking beats and free flowing, energetic style conjures up colourful clubland images. A marriage of trippy effects and driving percussion blankets a tight, compact groove, perfectly setting the stage for a cascading lead theme. The main break is set to delight dance floors with its whimsical charm and mesmerizing build, the latter of which smoothly shifts energy into a chunky, percussive finale. Mature and well composed, it rounds out an excellent 2022 edition of Clubsonica's MMW Sampler, one where a combination of new and veteran talent come together for several magical moments.

Written by Mitch Alexander
Mastered by Cid Inc
Artwork designed by Dave Caro

MMW 2022 Sampler

Induction (Mir Omar Remix)

Mental Order & Tim Othy - Induction (Mir Omar Remix) [Clubsonica Records]

My remix for Creams lovely tune "Enuko" is out Friday May 27 on Sprout!

Cream - Enuko (GMJ Remix)

Scaur

Scaur (Ric Niels Remix)

Both huge names in the progressive house genre, Alex O’Rion & Ezequiel Arias join forces for a debut on Meanwhile as the GMJ & Matter led imprint celebrates its 34th release with “Solis”. Two further solo tracks from Alex O’Rion complete the musical picture.

An artist at the centre of the underground dance scene for almost 20 years and with over 400 production credits to his name, Alex O’Rion has been a Meanwhile regular, most notably with his landmark four-track “Echium” EP in May 2021. A trio of remixes for Rich Curtis and GMJ & Matter themselves bookend a powerful portfolio on the label. Similarly, Ezequiel Arias has found himself at the vanguard of the modern progressive house movement with his standout work for a host of blue-chip imprints including Anjunadeep, Sudbeat Music and Nick Warren’s The Soundgarden. Now making his Meanwhile debut, Arias joins forces with Alex O’Rion as the duo showcase “Solis”.

The headline track is thus a powerful reminder of the combined talent of the Dutch and Argentinean pairing as “Solis” powers forward with chest-thumping kick and sublime bassline groove. Clave percussive flourishes add a summery vibe to proceedings as a filtered synth line gradually comes to the fore, mirroring the bassline foundation. Gently evolving across the 6-minute piece, a free-flowing synth line wends its way across the melodic collage while a beatless breakdown creates the perfect opportunity for a variation in the cadenced chord progression. Hitting its stride once more in the second half, “Solis” is a timely reminder of the silky-smooth skills and unrivalled craftsmanship of the talented duo.

“Pluvia” sees Alex O’Rion back on solo duties as a chunky beat and swung offbeat hi-hats create the perfect environment for crackling effects and pitched synths to flow in sparkling patterns against a backdrop of white-noise risers. Evolving with ease, subtle melodies play off each other in fluid rivulets of sound. Metallic wind chimes echo in random patterns as a smorgasbord of sound effects give the sonic impression of falling rain in a sparking track.

The final piece finds “Sericum” proving an apposite title as a smooth-roasted bass groove sits below deep kick and cavernous sub-bass pattern. A shuffling hi-hat top line provides subtle urgency as a mellifluous synth line flows like honey as the track reaches its mid-point. A reverb-soaked lead line adds harmonic variation as a vibrant breakdown creates the perfect moment of reflection. The rhythmic melange once again hits its mark again in the second half, accompanied by the array of opulent melodic elements introduced earlier in the piece.

“Through “Solis”, Alex O’Rion and Ezequiel Arias burn brightly in a stunning array of iridescent aural colour.

3. Alex O'Rion - Sericum

Franco Armellini & Ignacio Berardi land on "The Soundgarden" as the first extended Play from one of Nick's favourite places in the world -Rosario, Argentina-.
These two original tracks tell us magic stories through charming melodies and powerful grooves all along.
Enjoy this preview of Night Tales & Boreal Tales. 
Available on Beatport for purchase.

Night Tales EP

Buy on Beatport

Franco Armellini & Ignacio Berardi - Night Tales - [THE SOUNDGARDEN] - [Demo]

"Sirans / Abella", is a two-original EP by the Polish artist Cream @creamdj , in his first appearance on Univack. Krzysztof Kupczakiewicz (Cream) is a veteran artist, who has spent over 35 years working as a DJ. His music style is a combination of house, progressive, tech house and minimal techno sounds. Nowadays Cream is one of the knowest artists in the Progressive House scene, with plenty of tracks released on most important labels in this genre.

The EP is completed with a remix by the colombian artist Kamilo Sanclemente @kamilosanclemente , who returns to Univack to bring his stunning quality to make a personal version of Sirans, proving again why is one of the most successful Progressive House producers of the last years.

Feedbacks & Support: Danny Tenaglia, Dubfire, BOg, Anthony Pappa, Paul Thomas, Cid Inc, Analog Jungs, Matias Chilano, Fernando Ferreyra, Lonya, Gai Barone, Ziger, Sonic Union, David Granha, Integral Bread, Praveen Achary, Alan Cerra, Ruben Karapetyan, Sebastian Busto, Fernando Olaya, Oliver & Tom, Hypnotised, Ric Niels, Arude, Dj Lovesky, Lluis Ribalta, Airwave, Eric Lune, Teleport-X, Splt Atom, Retroid, Cosmonaut, Mayro, Da Luka, Jackmastr, Rob Impact

Mastered by Integral Bread

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Cream (PL) - Abella (Original Mix) [Univack]

Relic

Alex O'Rion - Drift [Movement Recordings]

Alex O'Rion - Relic (Simos Tagias Remix) [Movement Recordings]

Alex O'Rion - Relic [Movement Recordings]

Exessive arp minimalistic approach

Billie Eilish - CHIHIRO (Black Coffee Remix) [ATIBAX Edit]

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Record Label / Artist Management

Demos: demos@movement-recordings.net
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Please keep in mind that due to a big number of demos, the A&R dpt might not be able to reply to all submissions.