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Back for a third sonic voyage into the world of deep and sensual progressive house, GMJ & Matter welcome 10 artists, both seasoned regulars and label newcomers, as they showcase “Meanwhile Excursions, Vol. 3”.

Opening the 2023 edition, Sri Lankan and US duo, Dimuth K & Forerunners create a smooth rolling groove from where “Exit Reality” flows in melodic rivulets, eerie synth lines and ambient effects. Hitting its stride post-breakdown, hypnotic patterns provide dancefloor vibrancy. Continuing the coruscating rhythmic vibe, EMPHI and Zankee Gulati deliver trademark poise – the Swedish star generating an immaculately cadenced synth line and textured pads on the club-friendly “Azur”, and the Australian producer bearing fruit with shimmering and free-flowing lead lines and bouncing bass groove on “HereAfter”.

The next quartet ably demonstrate a collection of artists at the peak of their powers, Armenia’s Ruben Karapetyan builds bass dominance and seething sultry dancefloor prowess in the early movements of “Erechtheum” before a mirrored synth line blossoms post-breakdown. Seasoned Greek producer, Simos Tagias, needs little introduction to the Meanwhile faithful and “Reality” is replete with 24-carat production pedigree as silky smooth and Vangelis-esque passages swim across a chunky backdrop. From the Balearic Islands to Belarus, late-night gems sparkle in the moonlight where Not Demure generates spine-tingling emotion with “Vis Pace” through his gradually evolving melodies that reach a stunning zenith at the breakdown. Rising and falling within a sturdy beat, sub bass and light percussive surround, the result is a progressive masterclass. The crunchy bass sequence and emotive chord sequences of “Upside Limit” are a deft reminder of Michael A’s production talent. Developing with ease, and stamped with a watermark of sonic identity, the Michael A sound is easily identifiable.

Making their Horizons debut Ezequiel Anile and Nicolas Petracca have been creating waves in the progressive house fraternity for more than 5 years as EANP. “Forget” is no exception with its delicately arpeggiated pattern and flowing stripped-back mid-section that is then juxtaposed alongside hefty beat in the latter stages. The uplifting chord progressions and ethereal atmosphere of “Just a Toy” finds Anton Brazhenov creating a dense and swirling aural collage with his Meeting Molly moniker, holding firm against a mesmerising grooved backdrop. The free-flowing sequences and organic-sounding synth work of Tommi Oskari rounds Vol. 3 off with the aptly titled “Morning on Mercury”. Delicately pitched, twinkling keys and superbly programmed bassline create an innovative sound which picks up the pace in the final stages after a captivating trip across outer the solar system.

10 new tracks of shimmering and ethereal beauty highlight a progressive voyage of discovery within “Meanwhile Excursions, Vol. 3”.

Dimuth K & Forerunners  - Exit Reality

Small Table - B.I.R.DD (Ar)

This Is The Way

Zankee Gulati - This Is The Way (Original Mix)

MDL19| Ogawa, OMB, Haruo Chikada - CO2 (Incl. Kostyra Outta - Analog Jungs Remix) 

Ogawa, OMB, Haruo Chikada - CO2 (Original Mix)
Ogawa, OMB, Haruo Chikada - CO2 (Kostya Outta Remix)
Ogawa, OMB, Haruo Chikada - CO2 (Analog Jungs Remix)

📆 Release date: Friday, Sep 20, 2024
Stream/Buy : https://go.protonradio.com/r/rlSx0GR6WDUt8

Ogawa, OMB, Haruo Chikada - CO2 (Analog Jungs Remix)

Kamilo Sanclemente, Balcazar - Surreal (Balcazar Remix)

Both artists with long and significant contributions to the underground dance community, E.F.G. & Neptun 505 have each enjoyed long and successful production careers. For over 15 years and more than 600 credits between them, their solo work has graced the catalogues of Stellar Fountain, Smart Phenomena, Natura Viva and Lamp. Joint forces on almost a century of credits, the pair's output on the likes of Stellar Black and Electronic Tree has been prodigious with a host of original EPs including 2022's "Echoes / Orbit of Thoughts" and 2017's full-length "Cycle" album for the Tuxedo-led Polish imprint.

While E.F.G. has seen a pair of EPs on Particles in the shape of 2018's "Clockwork" and 2020's "Thunderground", his collaboration with label debutant, Neptun 505, sees the title track redolent in smooth melodic flourishes and cascading delays. With a deep progressive character, an intermittent vocal sample carries "Rise Again" forwards, as does a hefty kick and metronomic offbeat hats. Waxing and waning with ease, muted plucks create a head-shaking cadence that sits perfectly atop the smooth sub-bass groove. Partner track, "Dawn Amid Dusk" immediately appeals with its tribal rhythms and syncopated chord motif. Full of subtle dancefloor character, a house-inspired piano phrasing comes to the fore at the breakdown alongside an evocative string sequence. A rippling arpeggio adds to the sonic collage, evolving gently with immaculately placed call-and-response motifs in the second half to mesmeric effect.

Turkish producer Erdi Irmak has been a central figure in the Proton story since late 2013. A decade later, a plethora of original EPs and remixes have seen the Istanbul-based artist continue to excel, breaking new sonic boundaries with his ability to transform traditional dance music with a range of cross-cultural influences. From his cosmopolitan surroundings, 2014's full-length album, "You're Either Guilty or Not Guilty" saw a high watermark moment on Particles, as have 7 iterations of his "Hidden Arcadia" series on Proton Music. Remixes for the likes of Sebastian Busto, Stories of Others and a January 2024 reworking of Dave Leck's "Opal" have further shown the Turkish star's production talent as he now returns to Particles with another powerful remix. Taking on "Rise Again", the Erdi Irmak Remix is a beautifully constructed interpretation that takes the melodic themes central to the original and transforms them into trademark new directions, not least at the breakdown where a flowing freeform flute sequence links a dynamic rhythmic groove and undulating arpeggio that brings hallmark energy and vitality to his work.

Showcasing a long and lasting production relationship, E.F.G. & Neptun 505 "Rise Again".

Directed by Jay Epoch
A&R by Marina Enebeka
Mastered by E.F.G. & Neptun 505, Cid Inc.
Design by Ben Mautner
Text by James Warren

Rise Again

Rise Again (Erdi Irmak Remix)

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