As winter gloom transforms into spring light, a welcome seasonal shift signals new growth; "Spring Particles 2017" provides a septet of tracks from across the globe.

Opening proceedings, Greek artist, Christopher FaFa, brings his distinctive sound to the fore. His remix of Sebastian Busto's "Making Life", for Particles, signified an impressive debut as "Walk in the Clouds" now provides a deep groove and seismic bass line that warms the lower frequency range. Evolving elegantly, a haunting lead line makes its presence felt before joined by shimmering arpeggio that locks itself to the percussive backdrop. Oleg Szyszkin, under his E.F.G. moniker, has trodden a successful path between the "two worlds" of "deep basslines and techno blips". A half century of production credits for Electronic Tree and a pair of tracks for Particles is now extended by a third, in "Syuyshe", that is full of throbbing bass line menace, accompanied by delicate percussive cadence and reverb-coated vocal cuts. The resultant work is a tech house gem that is set to coarse through dance floors the world over.

Russian producer, Anton Vishniakov, is next to contribute via his Rise and Fall pseudonym. Supported by Max Graham and Hernan Cattaneo, "The Vision" EP for Particles was marked by remixes from LoQuai and Inkfish as another new track in "Outlook", takes centre stage. A driving, pulsating affair, a running bassline is allied to dominant kick and offbeat hi-hats in the early stages before a delicious arpeggio emerges. A stripped back breakdown pauses for reflection as a third movement brings all elements together swimming across the stereo spectrum in dizzying glory. Alex and Andrew are next up, coming together once again, in their Lanvary guise. Regulars on Particles with a trio of original EPs, they made their debut on Proton Music in March 2017 with a reworking of Matter's "Seed". An alternative (One of Two Mix) is featured here, which is a subtle, deeper offering that accentuates deep bass joy and head-shaking groove. Intelligent use of Matter's original components adds dynamic flair, as an evolving textured work takes form over eight-minutes of skill and technique.

"Pioneer Middle East DJ of the Year 2013" winner, Subandrio, has seen his stock rise significantly over the past 18 months. An appearance on the "Fall Particles 2016" compilation saw a debut original work, followed now, by a second. Filled with chunky rhythms and dancefloor prowess, "NY State of Mind" is a strong track redolent in white noise effects and percussive incongruence. Driving relentlessly forwards through well-placed risers, the track is certain to be a sure-fire club hit. An artist of repute, supported by no lesser lights than Pete Tong and Joseph Capriati, WELLSINCE has made a name for himself on the likes of D-Formation's T U S H Music. Now debuting on Particles, "Fluttering Gleams" is a tech house gem that hypnotises through strong beat and low-slung rhythms. Full of dynamism, a loquacious vocal sits back in the mix as crystalline lead line sparkles into life in the breakdown, a sublime juxtaposition to the industrial strength rhythms either side. John Kearns is the final contributor through his Lateral Cut Groove moniker. A well-established artist with a host of production credits to his name, 2015's "Spring Tide" for Particles was a notable highlight. Now returning, "The State of Things" is a strong driving work that pulsates dramatically with side-chain presence. Building effortlessly and full of hypnotic dance floor flair, a textured pad in the breakdown is a wonderful evocative addition to proceedings before the rhythms once again take their dominant place.

Seven new tracks from the industry's finest talents sees growth aplenty in "Spring Particles 2017".

Directed by Jay Epoch
A&R by Marina Gerardi
Mastered by Pete McCarthey, E.F.G., Rise and Fall, Lanvary, Cid Inc., WELLSINCE, Lateral Cut Groove
Design by Ben Mautner
Text by James Warren

Spring Particles 2017

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Christopher FaFa - Walk in the Clouds (Original Mix)

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Sri Lankan Proffeshional Djs

Apart from being very eclectic in my personal musical taste,I am wide open to influences and very experimental in my perception music. Each of my sets comes impressed with my perception of where I am and who is around me. Free style,created as it happens, representing of both the moment and the result of my path though my musical experience up to that point.

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Selina’s passion for DJing was sparked by her deep dive into the New York disco and Chicago house scenes of the 70s and 80s. She draws inspiration from legendary pioneers like Larry Levan, Nicky Siano, and Frankie Knuckles, while also looking to contemporary artists such as Octo Octa, Roi Perez, Nat Wendell, and Palms Trax.

Through her sets, Selina seeks to create moments of euphoria, weaving in groovy and soulful tracks with a strong emphasis on rhythm and drive. Her selections often feature tribal and classic house cuts from the 90s, layered with percussive energy that keeps dancers moving. Beyond the dancefloor, she is fascinated by the therapeutic potential of sound and music, a passion she explored further in her master’s studies in music therapy. She is now working as a music therapist with children and adults.

Selina has played several locations across Berlin such as Watergate, Oxi, About Blank, RSO, Renate, Ritter Butzke, Studio108, Skalar, Bucht der Träumer and Home Again Festival; in the Netherlands and in Greece.

2025
31/01 Disco Express at Crack Bellmer Berlin 
10/05 Hunter Thompson Saarbrücken 
19/06 Silodom Saarbrücken 
29/06 Festspielhaus Baden Baden 
23/07 Unmarried Records at Marmor Bar Berlin
06/09 Aux Collective x MAD Radio Berlin at Holzmarkt 
08/09 Singularity at Tresor 
12/09 House Lovers at BulBul Berlin 


Past gigs:
2024
01/01 Renate Berlin 
13/01 Unknown Berlin at 60 Hz
22/02 Watergate for Gome & the Gang
23/02 About Blank for Expeditions 
09/03 Renate for Planet Balearic 
05/04 Bside Club, Corralejo Fuerteventura
01/06 Refuge Radio 
08/06 Skalar Festival 
16/06 Gome & the Gang at Oxi Garden
16/08 THF Radio
17/08 Bucht der Träumer
13/09 Paradise Garage at Oxi Club 
25/10 Expeditions at About Blank 
02/11 Hunter Thompson Saarbrücken 
21/12 Ponyclub at Disco Zwei Mannheim 

2023
13/01 Ritter Butzke 
21/01 Crack Bellmer Bar Noir for Slowmotion records  
27/01 Praise Studio Night
10/02 It‘s a bar Kreuzberg 
17/02 Anita Berber 
04/03 Fritz Roy for Berlin Underground 
25/03 Kaffeeklatsch at Mensch Meier
01/04 Berlin Marathon Event @ Berlin Adidas Flagship Store
06/04 5h Set @ Cafe Bravo Berlin
28/04 it’s a bar Mouvma Showcase 
30/04 Casseiopa King Kong Kicks
18/05 Bar am Ufer with Maltiz 
19/05 Get praise Studio 
19/05 Anita Berber 
21/05 RSO Berlin Home again Festival 
22/06 Saint Sass 
23/06 Rebirth Fashion show Afterparty 
30/06 Gestrandet 
04/07 Süss war gestern
21/07 Secret Location
23/07 Italo Sundaze @ RSO 
15/08 Marabu, Affisos
16/08 Sonar Beach Spot, Affisos 
27/08 Musikfest, Neogori
21/10 Renate
07/11 Paradise Garage Renate
11/11 Bulbul for Unknown Berlin



2022
03/22 Keldertje Maastricht With Love Radio
03/22 LBB Maastricht With Love Radio 
01/06 Liebeskind Newcomer DJ competition 
16/06 Klunkerkranich Peace Peter Label Night 
16/07 Beate Uwe LTMD Party
17/07 Feel Festival 
07/10 Ritter Butzke Jubiläum 
29/10 Chalet Banausen Party
20/11 Birgit Club

Radio shows: 
Refuge Radio
THF Radio 
Loose FM 
With Love Radio