Permutations vol.9

Brain Dance

Fractal Joke - Brain Dance (Original Mix)

- The title track from the album - "The Eclectic Benevolence"
- Written & directed by Peter Hayes
- Available @ https://tetrameth.bandcamp.com
- Mastered by Paolo Fedrigoli @ MASTERING STUDIO Schallzentrale GmbH.
- Cover art by Jason Rawlings @ Modulated Monkey

The Eclectic Benevolence

'Koltun' stands as a fascinating chapter in the story of Perfect Stranger's album, "Broadcasting & Receiving." Originating around 2010-2011, 'Koltun,' Russian for "Hair Knot," was initially a tribute to Guess Who's 'Song.' However, creating a composition with multiple key changes and count shifts proved ambitious given dancefloor demands. To make it more manageable, I retained the bassline groove and key changes, omitting the original samples for its debut.

In the autumn of 2022, while attending Ziohm Festival in Brazil, a melody in Captain Hook's set jogged my memory. At first, I couldn't locate what it reminded me of but eventually, it came to me that It resembled good old 'Koltun.' Upon this realization, I decided to revive the track, modernizing its sound while retaining its essence. Initially intended for live performances, the rejuvenated version evolved over time. I incorporated elements like an Egyptian band and a violin solo, accompanied by vocal fragments and singing. I also experimented with increasing the tempo, making it adaptable for Perfect Stranger sets. However, the vocal accompaniment was eventually removed, and the composition underwent refinements, including a dynamic snare roll.

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Broadcasting & Receiving

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Koltun (Second Return)

"Manifestation" stands out due to its recognizable elements: the infectious "Right Here, Right Now" sample, memorable melodies, and a repeating four-time 1-semitone note progression spanning 8 minutes. Unlike other well-known tracks in my Perfectly Strange discography, which have undergone multiple remixes, "Manifestation" had been reimagined only once by the duo Shanti & Deedrah. Although their version was commendable, my attachment remained with the original. This conviction led me to propose revitalizing the track to Liran Elkayam aka Sphera.

Our collaboration began in the summer of 2020, during a time when artists were primarily confined to their studios. After sharing the remix files, we encountered a creative block—a common challenge in the artistic process. Identifying and removing the problematic element, in our case, a bass pattern, proved crucial. The breakthrough came when I suggested transforming the ascending lead pattern into the bassline, an unconventional move in Psy Trance. Liran executed this idea impeccably, infusing new life into our work.

Yet, a feeling of incompleteness persisted. Liran introduced a transformative transposition of the bassline, inspired by a sample speech. This innovation elevated "Manifestation" from a good remix to an artistic statement, embracing elements of Acid House, psychedelic allure, moans, piano stabs, quirky riffs, synth growls, and a persistent groove. The piece concluded with the resonant Manifestation speech, culminating in the iconic "Right Here, Right Now." Thus, another piece of "Visionary Trance" came into existence.

More Perfect Stranger : 

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Perfectly Strange mixes: http://www.mixcloud.com/PerfectlyStrange
Perfectly Strange videos:   https://www.youtube.com/@PerfectStrangerDJ
Perfectly Strange tweets: https://twitter.com/PerfectBLT
Perfectly Strange Spoti Fy: https://bit.ly/PSSpoti
Perfectly Strange music: http://www.beatport.com/artist/perfect-stranger/7166

Manifestation (Perfect Stranger & Sphera Remix)

I started working on this track in May 2019, amidst a creatively challenging phase in my life. Balancing parenthood and frequent international gigs left me overwhelmed, questioning my musical abilities compared to my past work like the Free Cloud album from 2007. The project faced hiatuses, notably during the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in March 2020, but was finally completed in September 2021. During this time, I revamped my studio setup, transitioning to new speakers from Amphion, a process that took years to fully refine.

The track's inspiration stemmed from a blend of emotions, including a desire to prove my creative prowess after a solo track hiatus since 2014. Using Arturia's Buchla synth emulation for the track's bassline, even though it is known for its instability, infused the composition with an unpredictable energy. In 2020, I crafted the track, integrating a poignant speech from Abraham Hicks, which defined the piece as what I call "Inspiring/Visionary Progressive Trance." This sample, discovered during my wife's kitchen sessions, marked the inception of the track's journey within my album, "Broadcasting & Receiving."

More Perfect Stranger : 

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Perfectly Strange mixes: http://www.mixcloud.com/PerfectlyStrange
Perfectly Strange videos:   https://www.youtube.com/@PerfectStrangerDJ
Perfectly Strange tweets: https://twitter.com/PerfectBLT
Perfectly Strange Spoti Fy: https://bit.ly/PSSpoti
Perfectly Strange music: http://www.beatport.com/artist/perfect-stranger/7166

Broadcasting & Receiving (Original Mix)

More Perfect Stranger : 

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Perfectly Strange stuff: http://www.facebook.com/perfectlystrange
Perfectly Strange mixes: http://www.mixcloud.com/PerfectlyStrange
Perfectly Strange videos:   https://www.youtube.com/@PerfectStrangerDJ
Perfectly Strange tweets: https://twitter.com/PerfectBLT
Perfectly Strange Spoti Fy: https://bit.ly/PSSpoti
Perfectly Strange music: http://www.beatport.com/artist/perfect-stranger/7166

& Twisted Sibling - Frequency Initiation (2023 Edit) [Bonus Track]

Freedom Fighters, Mr Bill & Sensient - Straya (Klipsun Remix) [No Light Without Darkness compiled by Jakko]

Release date: 23th September, 2021.

Label: Zenon Records

Freedom Fighters, Mr. Bill & Sensient - Straya (Klipsun Remix) @ Out now  | 23.09.2021

My rework of Silence by Sarah Mclachlan, famously remixed by Delerium. Using a stem split from Above and Beyond's version. 

Silence - Sarah Mclachlan - Trey Triplicate Remix

Track: Rewiring
Artist(s): Toobris
Label: -
Catalog: -
Release Date: 21.08
Format: Digital
Genre: Electronic
Style: Techno
Mastering: Arclab
Artwork: Photography by Sakir Khader, edited by Sarra Azza

Artist links: 
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/toobris
Bandcamp: https://toobris.bandcamp.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toobris/

Pre-Order Link: https://geistfrei.bandcamp.com/album/with-you-against-silence


GTG Premiere | Toobris - Rewiring

Percussion Groove

Subconscious was written in the course of the last year between Tel Aviv, Berlin and Melbourne. I’ve been playing music from Pspiralife and HypoGeo (who I’ve worked with in the past on Machinery) for a long time. This one turned out to be a dark Zenon oriented tune which I debuted at Ozora Festival official and been playing it since then. 
Get ready for a ride of Modular synths and crows 😈

Crocadelia

Freedom Fighters, Pspiralife & Hypogeo - Subconscious

Perfect Stranger is the stage name for California-based, Israeli electronic musician Yuli Fershtat. The Perfect Stranger project was created in February 2005 and within 2 years of its debut became critically acclaimed all over the globe. Perfect Stranger ultimately created his own sub-genre in the psychedelic scene by presenting a totally distinctive sound characterized by groovy playful beats and patiently built compositions that often bridge between progressive trance and techno with a presence of tribal and psychedelic elements.

Perfect Stranger has released 3 full artist albums, 3 remix albums, 3 compilations and appears on well over a hundred other releases (compilations, EPs, albums, etc.). He also owns & runs the “Digital Structures” label, where he publishes more tech-orientated sounds under the Yuli Fershtat moniker.

Worldwide booking by FM Booking:

Contact Maor: maor@fm-booking.com

USA booking by Yuli :

Contact Yuli: yulifershtat@gmail.com

Broadcasting & Receiving (Original Mix)

Perfect Stranger

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