A Russian artist with a rapidly growing reputation, Izzet returns to Particles with the brand new "Summer Goodbye" including remixes from UK and Dutch artists.

Marking his first release on NewBorn Records in 2010, Izzet has gone on to feature for the likes of Clinique Recordings and Proton Limited before making his debut on Particles with "Shadows and Dust" as part of the "Winter 2018" compilation in January. A remix of Rafa'El's "Twin Flames" followed in June, before "Timer Set" saw an appearance on the "Summer 2018" compilation. Reprised here, the brand new "Summer Goodbye" ripples with smooth flowing melodic lines that permeate Izzet's work. Within a four/four framework that comprises punchy kick and subtle percussive groove, textured pads gently pulsate in wave live fashion while ethereal vocals and shimmering arpeggio glitter like jewels on a sun-kissed sea. Tinged with an air of melancholy, the title is aptly represented in sonic form as a beautiful chord progression evolves through the mid-point breakdown.

UK producer, Bluum, has had a 2018 to remember. Regular appearances on the Paul Thomas led FSOE UV after a February 2018 debut, "Glide" offered a taste of what was to come. A series of expertly crafted tracks followed, including "Rodea", "Kepler" and "Weyland", while a remix of Aly and Fila's "Rebirth" was magisterial. A quartet of appearances on the Visceral compilation series enhanced a growing reputation as 2019 sees a release on the all-conquering mau5trap. Hitting its stride with thumping beat and chunky percussive groove, the Bluum remix of "Summer Goodbye" takes Izzet's track and creates a wonderful new driving bassline gem that bristles with power and emotion. A collage of melodies evolves making intelligent use of original components while developing in a new and vibrant direction, before erupting in the third movement to demonstrate Bluum's growing stature and sparkling production technique.

Niels Schilder is another artist with a strong reputation within the underground dance arena through his Malbetrieb production moniker. Via his music for a collection of blue-chip labels that include Selador, ATLANT and Click Records, supported by the DJ elite of Eelke Kleijn, Robert Babicz and Patrice Baumel, Malbetrieb's analogue infused work continues to attract widespread attention. A May 2018 remix of Dousk's "French Sauce" represented a notable highlight amongst over a century of production credits and it is with delight that we welcome the Dutch artist to Particles with a typically impressive remix. Taking on "Timer Set", the Malbetrieb remix builds on the central melodic themes of Izzet's original by producing a brooding, delay-drenched "Dub Mix" that sees a stripped back rhythmic framework provide a solid foundation for a rippling arpeggio to wax and wane across the nine-minute offering. Simultaneously, subtle phrasing from the original creates a stunning new interpretation.

As Bluum and Malbetrieb provide the perfect antidote to winter gloom, Izzet's "Summer Goodbye" is a welcome new arrival.

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

Summer Goodbye (Bluum Remix)

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