MAR 2025

Dutch artist Octabar takes charge of the 71st release on the label, and what a banger this is. With a subtle bassline and restrained melodic synths and effects, this progressive production works perfectly in deeper, building sets at the start of the evening, setting the right tone for the rest of the night. 'Fluid Freedom' is a track that undoubtedly will stay in our DJ bag for a long time to come.

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Federico Epis is influenced by the electronic sounds of the '90s, which has evolved his passion into a profound career that has seen him featured on labels from Yoshitoshi to Reworck. This same energy is palpable in his debut Balance EP, a 4-track release that masterfully blends design with emotion.

On 'Restart’, he presents sturdy drums and moody bass that are highly hypnotizing. Gentle melodic keys swell in and out like fragile bubbles, intermittently giving way to a vocal soaked in reverb. The breakdown is classic prog: sweet keys morphing into a melodic change that is melancholic yet uplifting. This is a softer take on progressive trance for deeper dance floors.

'The Sun and You' showcases his flair for organic house with a playful edge. With its chugging drums and bass, the emphasis is on groove and rhythm. Riding that wave is a beautiful melodic sample that glides blissfully by itself. A vocal sample is introduced in the breakdown, slowly adding to a subtle build which explodes into a meditative second stanza.

The sea of reflecting sound on 'Timing' projects a feeling of tranquility. However, the strength is, once again, in the throb of the deep bass and the determined drum engine. Later on, a melody is introduced that sounds familiar yet is unique in its presentation. This is another mature outing that respects the listener.

The deep techno vibe of 'Rose' is delicious. The percussion is crisper, almost thicker, and totally enveloped by a dense blanket of soothing bass. Dubby elements and FX dance around as automated synths grow more elaborate. But it's the bread-and-butter breakdown that allows for the biggest moment on the EP: a swelling riser punctuated by a tidy drop—a return to main floor mechanics that is highly satisfying.

PREMIERE: Federico Epis - Timing (Original Mix) [BALANCE MUSIC]

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Returning to spearhead Meanwhile’s output as 2025 kicks into gear, the collaborative pairing of GMJ & Matter deliver “Telomeres” alongside a remix from Australian icons Kasey Taylor and Karl Pilbrow for their 2023 hit “EXT 135” to round out the package.

The Melbourne-based duo behind the Meanwhile imprint are widely recognised as responsible for helping shape the modern Progressive House scene. Pivotal in the development of the label’s development both as solo artists and with their combined output, their work on Meanwhile has seen the “Lost on Origin”, “Gauntlet” and “Eldarin” EPs all released over the label’s inaugural year (between April and August 2020), before “The Path / Perfect Storm” followed 6 months later. 18 months elapsed before “Ext 135 / Elemental / Time To Space” appeared at the end of 2022 with “Stellaris / Idritah” following a year later in December 2023.

Now as 2025 finds its feet, GMJ & Matter provide their fans with a seventh original release on their ever-evolving label. The powerful building blocks that shape “Telomeres” evolve easily from its rolling groove foundations and deep sub-bassline sequence. A muted arp comes to the fore in perfect synchronous cadence while the endless delays present in the analogue motif cascade across the stereo spectrum filling the sonic space. A new and dynamic arpeggio appears at the breakdown as its gradual open filter provides the weight and dancefloor gravitas to herald a drop into the third movement. The same sequence makes an appearance in the second half in combination with the other rhythmic and melodic characters, to devastating effect.

Vapour Recordings head honcho, Kasey Taylor needs little introduction to the Meanwhile cognoscenti. A bona fide electronic music legend, the Australian artist has been at the vanguard of the progressive scene since the mid-90s with a double century of credits on such esteemed imprints as Sudbeat Music, Afterglow and John Digweed’s Bedrock and a century on his own Vapour Recordings. New Zealander, Karl Pilbrow moved to his adopted Melbourne home in 2012 before a partnership with Kasey Taylor witnessed a score of production credits including 2020’s “Amber Skies” and 2023’s “Fairlight” on Hernan Cattaneo’s Sudbeat. A trio of original releases on Vapour followed, not least in July 2024’s “Sonorous / Alluvium / Inscape”. Now debuting on Meanwhile, the Kasey Taylor & Karl Pilbrow remix of “EXT 135” contains the deep bassline presence of the original while an unrelenting, rapid-fire groove creates a magical tension. Developing sonic intrigue, the melodic progression of the original’s breakdown is found wedded to the driving rhythm in majestic and spine-tingling fashion. Full of bassline intensity, familiar vocal cuts and melodic fragility are the perfect counterweight to the rhythmic heft.

Protecting their legacy with another silky-smooth offering, “Telomeres” sees GMJ & Matter at their creative best.

Directed by GMJ & Matter
Mastered by Cid Inc.
Design by Matter
Text by James Warren

PREMIERE: GMJ, Matter - EXT 135 (Kasey Taylor & Karl Pilbrow Remix) [MEANWHILE RECORDINGS]

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Next up on Vapour Recordings is the return on one of our in-house regular artists - Subandrio.

Subandrio's last 3 track EP with us last year was heavily played by all in the know in Progland so we return to bring you another action packed 3 track EP for 2025 with these absolute scorchers in Motion Sensor, Thought in a Minute and The Howler. This EP has early support from Patrice Baumel who has been playing Thought in a Minute in his sets of late.

All 3 tracks showcase the wonderful sounds of Subandio with his deep driving growling but groovy vibes all on show on this awesome EP. 

PREMIERE: Subandrio - Thought In A Minute (Original Mix) [VAPOUR RECORDINGS]

Pete B & Rianu Keeves make their Prognosis debut with the impressive Shout At God.

A chunky deep groove with warm throbbing bass, haunting synths and a great vocal sample.

Enertia-Sound returns. His last remix was absolutely huge for the label. No doubt this one will do similar damage to the dancefloors.

Erik Bruce also returns after appearing on our Xmas giveaway with a deep techy work out.

Pete B & Rianu Keevs - Shout At God - Enertia-Sound Remix - PGN062

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