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Alto Astral & Porra - Looking For You (Original Mix) [Or Two Strangers]

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Atomic Blonde

Premiere: Rolasoul - Atomic Blonde [Plastic Fantastic Records]

From his home in South Argentina, Alan Cerra makes a welcome return to Particles with a pair of new original tracks and a remix from the iconic figure of Gai Barone, as he showcases "The End of the Line".

An artist with more than a double century of production credits to his name, Alan Cerra has come a long way since a debut for 3rd Avenue in late-2019. Since then, a host of original and remix production material has appeared on the likes of Mango Alley, Juicebox Music, AH Digital and Miss Monique's Siona Records. Finding his way onto Particles in July 2023, the "Opposite Ways" EP saw twin original tracks from the Santa Cruz resident grace the label with a pair of standout remixes from Blood Groove & Kikis and Sebastian Sellares.

Now returning, the title track is a pounding melodic house number that oozes bassline drive and rhythmic intensity. Haunting pads add delicate juxtaposition before a syncopated motif hints at what is to come. Maintaining its bass intensity through the beatless breakdown, "End of the Line" pauses for breath before the rhythmic foundation engages dancefloor force once more in the third movement. Moreover, the plucked motif of earlier phases comes full to the floor in a display of smooth production prowess.

Partner track, "For All Time" hits the ground running with a graceful grooved bass sequence and perfectly placed rhythmic backdrop. Evolving with easy elegance, a soul-stirring motif leads the way before being joined with cascading arpeggiated sequence and lead. A cinematic breakdown adds a swathe of new sound textures and shimmering emotion before the track drops into familiar groove-laden territory and searing synth through the second half.

Gai Barone has been a welcome addition to the Particles catalogue since a label debut remixing Verche's "Riptide" with some time production partner, Luke Brancaccio. 14 months later then saw an appearance on Mortinaire's "Amped" album remixing "Somewhere". With almost 750 credits to his name on some of the industry's finest imprints, the Bologna-based star with releases on such esteemed imprints as Sprout, Black Hole, JOOF and Afterglow, now reworks "End of the Line" with typical aplomb.

Making excellent use of the bassline dominance of the original, a huge low-end swell builds in energy before a hypnotising arpeggio, filters into range with its searing and vibrato edge. A chorus of effects and soundscapes then evolve before the heavy beat and offbeat hats drop back into a rhythmic collage. Waxing and waning with ease in a track chock-full of production and dancefloor knowhow, Gair Barone's reworking of "The End of the Line" is a powerful reminder of why the Italian sits at the head of underground dance's top table.

A new EP and a remix from Gai Barone have illustrated that Alan Cerra is far from reaching "The End of the Line".

Directed by Jay Epoch
A&R by Marina Enebeka
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Design by Ben Mautner
Text by James Warren

End of the Line

End of the Line (Original Mix)

Nikoow - Severus (Allan McLoud Remix) Master

An artist familiar to the Particles faithful, Martin Branne returns to the label with his Brann (AR) moniker and his "Waves of Madness" EP.

First debuting on the label in September 2023, Brann (AR) immediately created a wave of excitement in the Particles cognoscenti with his "Endless Moments" EP. Already a favourite on such celebrated imprints as Freegrant Music, LuPS Records and Stripped Digital, the Buenos Aires-based artist's first solo outing was further propelled with remixes from Michael A and fellow countryman, Paul Deep. Now returning, "Waves of Madness" is characterised by a complex and fizzing percussive backdrop and heavy beat while a huge sub-bassline creates a relentless drive. A panoply of pitched instruments and haunting lead add depth and subtle, eerie atmosphere that plays expertly to the title. Pausing for breath at the breakdown, the chorus of melodic characters builds to a dramatic zenith before the track erupts into a huge drop where the powerful rhythmic framework develops into a pounding dancefloor destroyer. Partner track, "Thorn" continues the complex rhythmic arrangement as a squelchy, water-inspired effect makes its play against a relentless running bassline. A swathe of melodic characters wend their way easily across the mid-range, not least in a powerfully envisioned analogue lead line and rippling, filtered arp which come to the fore at the stripped-back mid-point. Hitting its straps once more in the second half, the compelling rhythm and bassline bring the track home in devastating club-friendly manner.

Since a 2018 debut on Renesanz, Pablo Maneiro has been a formidable figure in the underground house scene with his Mayro alter-ego. A regular on the likes of Dear Deer, Univack and UV Noir over a 7-year period, 2022's "Crazy Thoughts" EP was a notable Particles highlight in June. Bookended by remixes of Izzet and Mariano Favre in March and October the same year, Mayro returns with a typically forceful reworking of "Thorn". Creating a huge, grooved bassline underneath a hefty kick and syncopated hi-hats, familiar melodic elements from Brann's original find their way into the remix, developing easily over its seven-minute duration. Building in dramatic fashion, the breakdown finds those melodic elements and effects panning the stereo spectrum before a mesmerising second half sees the bassline dominance excel further still amongst the melodic atmosphere. Mayro's resultant work is the creation of a dynamic jewel.

Matias Chilano is another Argentinean who is no stranger to success across 400 production credits and a 17-year career at the centre of the Progressive House sound. A staple across such esteemed imprints as Balkan Connection, LuPS Records, Juicebox Music and James Warren's Visceral series, a quartet of remixes has seen the Córdoba-based artist rework K Nass, Pysh, Mariano Favre and Andre Sobota for Particles. A symmetrical output on Proton Music remix marked impressive remixes for the likes of Huminal, Sebastian Sellares and Lanvary. Now returning to Particles, the Matias Chilano remix is a typically rich and dynamic affair with chunky beat and fizzing effects that swim across the left-right spectrum. Picking up elements of Brann's original – not least at the kaleidoscopic breakdown where the cadenced motif of "Thorn" makes its presence felt – a rasping bass sequence and rippling synth add to a stunning soundscape. A powerful sonic staging is thus in full effect through Matias' immaculate production work, creating a superb dance-friendly interpretation.

"Waves of Madness" make perfect sonic sense through Brann's twin originals, further developed by Mayro and Matias Chilano.

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Waves of Madness

Thorn (Matias Chilano Remix)

Savanna

Marcos Mozen - Exit (Diego Moreira Remix) [Hayashi Records]

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[2025-09-12] [BALKAN0847] ''IGCIØ - Ethereal Nexus’’

T R A C K L I S T

01) IGCIØ - Ethereal Nexus (Original Mix)
02) IGCIØ - Ocean's Reflection (Original Mix)
03) IGCIØ - Eonix (Original Mix)

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Ethereal Nexus

IGCIØ - Ethereal Nexus (Original Mix)

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[2025-10-24] [BALKAN0853] ''Niko Ava - Perspectives''

T R A C K L I S T

01) Niko Ava - Perspectives (Original Mix)
02) Niko Ava - Simplicity (Original Mix)

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Perspectives

Niko Ava - Perspectives (Original Mix)

Cristian Caro - You (Original Mix)

An artist with a strong and vibrant portfolio under his name, Pysh returns to Particles with his "Ballada" EP. Remixes from Argentina and Germany complete the picture.

A catalyst for a career in the music industry, victory remixing Booka Shade catapulted Pysh into the limelight in 2010. A full-length album for Einmusika followed as has subsequent work for high-profile labels that include, Traum, Defected and Get Physical. A remix of Rudy UK in June 2018 opened Pysh's account for Particles and we are delighted to welcome him back with an original EP. The title track is characterised by a heavy beat and chunky rhythmic interplay paves the way for a chorus of beautiful analogue melodies to weave a magical path across the eight-minute piece. Building throughout, counterpoint motifs meld with a central theme to wonderful effect. Immediately piquing interest with its rapid-fire arpeggio opening, "B.R.A.T." continues the rich melodic themes. A strong rhythmic bed provides an anchor for analogue sequences to revel in glissando glory as they build to a white-noise crescendo, before dropping back in to hypnotic arpeggio groove once more. Collaborating with fellow countryman, Sincz, a heavier chunkier groove combined with intricate percussive cadence keeps "Angelika" moving forwards with claps and effects. Simultaneously, a hypnotic melodic phrasing sits perfectly within the rhythmic framework as it evolves elegantly into a beat-laden third movement.

An accomplished musician, Matias Chilano, has been a regular performer across the clubs of his Argentine home with the likes of Nick Warren, Quivver and Dave Seaman. Regularly supported by fellow countryman, Hernan Cattaneo, Chilano's production portfolio is chock full of impressive releases for such leading imprints as Balkan Connection, Movement Recordings and Soundteller Records. A single remix of K Nass represented a superb debut for Particles in March 2018 and a second remix now sees Matias Chilano create a typically smooth offering. Wrapped in a crisp rhythmic hi-hat shell with strong beat and intricate percussive groove, a smooth array of melodic sequences interacts with each other, evolving gently in hypnotic fashion. Making intelligent use of Pysh's elements, muted free-flowing lines appear at the mid-point breakdown and into the third movement combined with Chilano's exquisite production work.

Renowned for his prowess in the techno arena, Christian Hornbostel has garnered support for his music from across the DJ elite that includes Pan-Pot, Wally Lopez and Stacy Pullen. A hugely experienced DJ and producer, over two-thousand credits sit next to his name for some of the leading underground dance music imprints. Work for Kling Klong, Set About and Natura Viva are testament to Hornbostel's technique and craft, while the "Ampere" EP for Particles provided a moment of melodic techno brilliance in July 2018. Now, reworking Pysh, the Christian Hornbostel remix of "B.R.A.T" bristles with mule-like kick and off-beat percussion, while a rapid-fire ostinato that has its roots firmly in the original, keeps energy high. Adding a swathe of additional production material, a spine-tingling breakdown provides a moment of melodic magic before the driving rhythms finds its place once more in the second half.

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Ballada (Original Mix)

Particles