Release: Orientalis
Artist: @bartblankman
Remix: @ednoodle @kindofone
Label: Orientaldeep
Cat-No: ODR015

Download/Stream: hypeddit.com/orientaldeep/orientalis


Artwork by: @immortalbassrecords

With the ‘Orientalis EP’, Bart Blankman takes listeners on a sonic journey that explores the boundaries between East and West, tradition and modernity. The three-part release showcases the versatility of the title track through two unique reinterpretations.

The original ‘Orientalis’ forms the beating heart of this EP. Blankman has created a fascinating paradox here: despite the deliberate, low BPM, an urgent, almost hypnotic rhythmic feel emerges that immediately captivates the listener. The oriental influences are subtly yet powerfully woven into the composition, with traditional melodic elements seamlessly merging with modern production techniques. The result is a track that feels both meditative and energetic - a testament to Blankman’s ability to build emotional tension within a seemingly calm structure.

Kind Of One dives into the deeper layers of the original with his remix, creating an introspective variant that exposes new dimensions of the track. Where Blankman touches the surface of emotion, Kind Of One digs deeper and reveals the dark undertones hidden within the original. This interpretation invites contemplation and provides space for personal reflection.

Ed Noodle takes a radically different approach, transforming ‘Orientalis’ into a more direct, energetic experience. By increasing the tempo and adding sharp edges, he retains the essence of Blankman’s composition while completely reshaping it for the dancefloor. The oriental DNA remains recognizable, but gains an urgency and intensity that perfectly suits a more dynamic setting.

Together, these three versions form a complete musical dialogue - from the original vision through deep introspection to explosive energy. The ‘Orientalis EP’ demonstrates how one composition can contain different emotional landscapes, depending on the lens through which it is viewed.

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Bart Blankman - Orientalis (Kind Of One Remix)

And go past the forest 
where you can slowly wake up
or you can take your time 
and let the seasons catch up
slip off your shoes 
and feel the earth 
your ears will start to ring
and life will sing.

You've just got to swing past the 
forest 
where colours can blind you 
and everything finds you 
it can drive you insane 

You've got to slow down now
or you'll grow cold.
Leap past the flowers that sleep,
The hours that spring those old 
Shadows confuse you 
and the silence is loud 
your're reaching for the light
your're losing sight 

You've just got to swing past the
forest
where colours can blind you 
and everything finds you 
it can drive you insane

and go past the forest 
where you can slowly wake up

The Factory "Path Through the Forest" 1968

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