Returning to Particles, E.F.G. presents his "twin-track "Thunderground" EP. Remixes come from UK and Russian talents.

Operating out of his home on the Baltic coast, Oleg Szyszkin has impressed with his E.F.G. moniker. Through a combination of "space, deep bass and maximum" energy, the Polish artist has found his music featuring on such high-profile imprints as Stellar Fountain, Passion Fruit Recordings and Electronic Tree. With the latter accounting for almost a century of production credits, E.F.G. has also found a home on Particles with his 2018 "Clockwork" EP a notable highlight. Returning with another pair of originals tracks, the title track is an electrically charged affair that bristles with energy as powerful beat, offbeat hats and woodblock percussion pave the way for a glissando lead to weave a path across proceedings. A gloriously atmospheric breakdown revels in silence and eerie effects before a female vocal proclaims "Thunderground" as the track drops back into familiar rhythmic foundations and flowing melodic lines. "Understorm" immediately hits the mark with its deep house chord patterns that form the basis for a collage of melodic lines to criss-cross each other in delayed subtlety. Immaculate use of space and texture creates a conduit for a sustained bassline to add wonderful depth and intrigue in the third movement as the melodic elements sit atop in smooth and emotive fashion.

A talent of growing stature and reputation, Rudy continues to find his music regularly featuring on Proton Music and Particles. 2018's "Time / Spirit" EP marked a sparkling Proton debut as 2019's "All Things Fade" provided another three original tracks of the highest quality with remixes from the likes of Jamie Stevens and Orsen. A number of these impressive original tracks have found their way onto the Particles catalogue, where Bluum's February 2020 remix of "Real You" is a best-selling tour de force. Rudy's reworking of "Understorm" is a typically beautiful affair. Developing the spine-tingling bassline so prominent in the original's second half, Rudy's skill is to develop complementary melodic phrases that sit alongside in elegant harmony. Evolving into a trademark piano sequence at the breakdown, the third movement is characterised by a searing lead that erupts powerfully in the latter stages to mesmerising effect.

Another artist with a cultured portfolio to call his own, Izzet continues to court admirers with his distinctive sound of progressive and deep house. Finding a clutch of productions signed to the likes of Clinique, Liquid Grooves and NewBorn Records over a decade long career, 2018's "Lost Flames" and 2019's "Summer Goodbye" saw the Russian artist hit impressive heights on Particles. A July 2020 remix of Pole Folder's "Serengeti" marked another high point as Izzet now returns with a beautiful organic house remix of "Thunderground" that revels in intricate rhythmic foundation and dominant beat. Familiar sustained pads weave a magical spell as a bouncing bassline groove enters the fray at the mid-point surrounded by evocative melodic phrases with their heart firmly in E.F.G.'s original. The result is a showcase of Izzet's craft.

Originals from E.F.G. and remixes from Rudy and Izzet combine to make "Thunderground" a powerful force of nature.

Directed by Jay Epoch
A&R by Marina Gerardi
Mastered by E.F.G., Cid Inc., Izzet
Design by Ben Mautner
Text by James Warren

Thunderground

Understorm (Rudy UK Remix)

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