Tracks of the Month - October 2016

Finding his groove on Meanwhile with a clutch of impressive productions, Alex O’Rion has been a regular on GMJ and Matter’s best-selling imprint. Reaching a highpoint with May 2020’s “Echium” EP, we now return to O’Rion’s seminal work with remixes from a trio of outstanding artists.

And iconic name within the underground dance industry, Eelko Wijnja has forged a distinctive and innovative sound through his Navar soubriquet. A regular on the likes of Guy J’s Lost & Found, Roger Martinez’s Higher States and Cid Inc.’s Replug, the Dutch star makes his Meanwhile debut with a typically rich and evocative interpretation of “The Chase” that flows gloriously across its near 8-minute journey. Built upon deep kick and rolling arpeggiated synth line, familiar motifs from O’Rion’s original float into sonic range as deeply textured pads and evolving percussive groove wend their way forwards in delicate fashion. An array of sumptuous additional production, courtesy of deep bass and sympathetic new melodies, make their presence felt as the track explodes into the second movement with dancefloor grace. The result is a dynamic interpretation that places Navar at the upper echelons of dance music royalty.

Another familiar name to the Meanwhile cognoscenti, Simos Tagias made an impact via his March 2021 twin-track “Euphoria / Emotion” EP, before September saw a remix of Imran Khan’s “Horizonz”. A veteran of over 400 production credits dating back to a debut for Lynx Records in late 2012, the Greek artist now reworks “Echium” with typical aplomb. Taking the machine-gun hi-hat pattern of the original and a 16th note bass sequence, the meandering melodic themes of O’Rion’s work resonate across a dynamic rhythmic framework. With raw, seething power, Tagias builds intensity that pauses for breath at a haunting breakdown, drenched in reverbs, delays and the stunning motif central to “Echium”, before exploding into the third movement with shimmering effervescence and club-friendly groove.

The final remix sees another Meanwhile favourite enter the fray. An artist who has grown in stature with a slew of releases on the likes of onedotsixtwo, MNL and Proton Music, Sebastian Sellares hit the ground running in April 2021 with his “Dunes at Dawn” EP. This musical triptych showcased the Argentinian’s skill and artistry, while a remix of GMJ’s “Precipice” two months later was another label highlight. Working his production magic on “The Serpent”, Sebastian Sellares has found a way to illuminate the musical phrasing of the original while creating a spotlight that shines on an array of new production material, simultaneously driving the track forward with potent rhythmic force and effortless bassline presence. The result is a searing lead line, rooted in O’Rion’s original, that cuts its way through the second half with acetylene precision, perfectly illustrating Sellares’ sought-after production credentials.

Growing in stature with a trio of towering new remixes from Navar, Simos Tagias and Sebastian Sellares, Alex O’Rion blossoms once again with “Echium”.

Alex O'rion - The Chase (Navar Remix)

Presenting their second release of the year, Antrim’s Or Two Strangers welcomes Sebastian Sellares back to the label for a new EP. The Cordoba resident has been one of the imprints core artists since first appearing in 2019, with five original productions released over the course of a prolific sixteen month stretch. UK behemoth Anjunadeep, Cid Inc’s Replug Records, GMJ and Matter's Meanwhile and US powerhouse Proton Music have also served as landing spots for the Argentine's mesmerizing productions, while progressive music tastemakers Hernan Cattaneo and Nick Warren continue to champion his sound. With the year being highlighted by the recently released Replug vehicle ‘Sky Above’, a joint EP project produced alongside fellow countryman Ezequiel Arias, Sebastian now returns to Or Two Strangers with a three track showcase entitled ‘Blizzard’.

EP opener and title selection ‘Blizzard’ finds Sebastian operating at the peak of his creative powers. Fuelled by tough driving beats and layers of hypnotic percussion; it’s Sebastian’s stirring melodies which ultimately shape the piece into a memorable dance floor slam. Colourful cascades emerge leading into the main break, sitting in an emotional headspace and bringing with them trails of balmy atmospherics and effervescent effects, before eventually breaking off into a drop of rebounding rhythms and heartwarming chord changes.

Selection two ‘Elements of Nature’ lands with an equally impressive display of craftsmanship. Sebastian re-affirms his ability to tip a late-night dance floor over the edge, with wobbly grooves and hip-swinging percussion laying the foundation for misty atmospheres and smoky instrumentation. Sitting comfortably in an ethereal yet thought provoking space, thumping beats rise out of a soulful strum-led break into an ever-evolving, free form finale.

The EP’s final selection ‘Hypnotica’ finds Sebastian continuing to diversify his portfolio with a whimsical creation that’s nicely dialled for the sunrise hours. Deeper in design and highly stylized in delivery, its beautifully contoured, funk-fuelled groove sets the course for incandescent melodies and otherworldly harmonics to create a panoramic musical skyline. Often celebrated for his ability to create emotional themes, Sebastian has ventured further with the ‘Blizzard’ collection, into a time of true innovation, traversing a multitude of realms and dimensions within the progressive spectrum, while excelling throughout.

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Blizzard

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Dmitry M - Inside My Head (TEELCO Remix)[Clip]

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Madloch's Sound Avenue imprint opens the month of October with a new EP from DJ Choopie and Golan Zocher. The former, based in Israel lays claim to over two decades of production work and releases via long standing imprints such as Bedrock and Yoshitoshi. Meanwhile, Colombian born, Israel based artist Golan Zocher has enjoyed similar success across his five-year career, landing releases via Nick Warren's The Soundgarden, Beatfreak and Clubsonica Records. Having been occasional studio partners for some time, Choopie and Golan have collaborated on projects for Mango Alley, Sol Selectas and Choopie's Agnosia Black imprint. Also calling Sound Avenue affiliate 3rd Avenue home, the duo now steps up to Sound Avenue for a three track showcase entitled 'Amirim'.

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MA007ADE
Mango Alley ADE Exclusive Compilation 007
Various Artists

001 SQL - Damnum
002 Cloaked - Cloudboarding
003 Dowden, Ric Niels - Coil (MA ADE 007 Version)
004 Gabo Martin - Dislocator
005 Agustin Pietrocola - Beginning
006 David Podhel - In Time
007 Digital Mess - Matter
008 Kyotto - From the Hood
009 EANP - Supreme (Kabi & Polo Remix)
010 The Wash - Moody Sunday
011 Chook, Rokazer - Polymorph
012 Ruben Karapetyan - Evening in Yerevan (Jerome Isma-Ae Remix)
013 Ivan Aliaga, Mango - Sandex (Michael A Remix)
014 Weekend Heroes - Off Limit (Cid Inc. Remix)
015 Ric Niels, Mango - Trip to South (Rauschhaus Remix)
016 Tonaco - Pivotal Code
017 KAMADEV - Mia Dia (Haen Remix)
018 ARTN - Duster
019 FJL - No Drama
020 Sebastian Haas, Ignacio Corazza - Estrella Del Alba
021 Meeting Molly - Fourth Period

An international community comes together in the Dutch capital once more after a lengthy period of exile. Amsterdam opens its city gates to a Dance Event of unrivalled togetherness and fraternity. A bright dawn beckons over the horizon with new musical hope touching familiar landmarks. Mango Alley contributes with a seventh edition of its timeless classic bringing joy through a collection of rising and seasoned artists. Twenty-two pieces of sonic creativity reverberate across the night sky in beautiful golden light.

In time, a new beginning creates a snapshot of autumnal colour. Gentle mist rolls across canals that interweave through a vibrant city. An hourglass slowly sifts its grains of sand as a plethora of sights and sounds are generated in synchronicity over days that wait for night to fall. The bustling Leidseplein is filled with chatter by day, while dislocated melodic patterns drift across Rembrantplein as twilight turns to night. Nothing is off limit at the stylish and atmospheric ClubNL and the aural rush created by the Sugar Factory then leads east to tempting rhythms found across the Panama canal.

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DOWDEN & RIC NIELS Coil (MA ADE 007 Version)

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[2022-10-28] [BALKAN0741] ''Ewan Rill & K Loveski - Chizzante''

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03) Ewan Rill & K Loveski - Velegatta (Original Mix)

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ALLEY202
RUBEN KARAPETYAN Aphrodite

001 aphrodite
002 aphrodite nick warren & nicolas rada remix
003 aphrodite anton make remix

/ written and produced by Ruben Karapetyan
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ALLEY202 RUBEN KARAPETYAN Aphrodite

RUBEN KARAPETYAN Aphrodite

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ALLEY203
JELLY FOR THE BABIES & KEBIN VAN REEKEN I Am Free

001 i am free
002 i am free wolf ear & fassbender remix
003 i am free not demure remix
004 i am free digital mess remix

/ written and produced by Marijan Raskovic, Kebin van Reeken
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ALLEY203 JELLY FOR THE BABIES & KEBIN VAN REEKEN I Am Free

JELLY FOR THE BABIES & KEBIN VAN REEKEN I Am Free

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ALLEYAUG009
Augmented 009 / Ruben Karapetyan
MA Exclusive Compilation Series

001 maximo lasso - locals can be main too
002 laeandro caceres & facundo borras - give me more
003 ZAHNA - flavor
004 lio q - analog
005 marway - soulprint
006 fran garay - deductions
007 pablo pastor - mirrors of love
008 luis damora - waterfalls
009 nufects - mercy
010 mehmet akar - return of the elephant
011 ruben karapetyan - learn to smile through pain
012 fjl - ap668
013 lopa - golden travelers
014 juan buitrago & mati vaira - staccato
015 matias burna - ateon
016 rafa'EL - astara

/ compiled & mixed by Ruben Karapetyan
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ALLEYAUG009 Augmented 009 / Ruben Karapetyan

ZAHNA Flavors

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ALLEY206
HOBIN RUDE 33rd / Bibliopole

001 33rd
002 33rd ric niels & dowden remix
003 bibliopole
004 bibliopole mike isai remix

/ written and produced by Ognjen Cerović
/ remix production by Rodrigo Nardelli, Brenden Dowden, Mike Isai
/ mastering by Cid Inc.

ALLEY206 HOBIN RUDE 33rd / Bibliopole

HOBIN RUDE Bibliopole

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01 Gregory Esayan - Changes (Sundriver Remix)
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It's our great privilege to present "Changes," the third single from Gregory Esayan's triumphant "Pilgrim's Diary" artist album. Two additional label veterans, Sundriver and Katrin Souza, also offer dazzling new interpretations of their own.

There is an "endless summer" flavor to Sundriver's euphoric remix. The Polish sensation's signature Balearic pads and synths arrive early on in the arrangement, as he playfully teases the lead theme. A light progressive breaks section heralds the addition of the main vocal theme from the original version, which Sundriver has hypnotically processed in his new rendering. A disco-flavored theme arrives soon thereafter, which provides a jubilant climax to an already uplifting soundscape.

We are equally thrilled to welcome back Russian artist Katrin Souza to our imprint. Her take has more of an underground flavor, as one would expect from the acclaimed deep-progressive talent. Hallucinogenic synths, an artist signature, are punctuated by cleverly (and mellifluously) arranged vocal samples in the early going. Meanwhile, a deliciously lush groove offers the listener plenty of rhythmic sustenance. In the main breakdown, gorgeous melodic variations on Esayan's original themes are presented; they coalesce to heavenly effect in the latter half of the arrangement.

For good measure, we've also included Gregory Esayan's "Original Mix" in this single. Initially featured on his "Pilgrim's Diary" artist album, "Changes" is best encapsulated by the artist himself: "Perhaps it sounds a bit strange, but most of my positive compositions were written in the most difficult moments of my life. In quite a few tracks, I express my hopes and dreams, even when they feel out of reach. At the time of writing this track, some unpleasant things happened in my life. The 'change' is what my heart really wanted. Writing this song was my method of personalizing hopes and wishes."

Changes

Gregory Esayan - Changes (Sundriver Remix)

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intricate remixes of the original which was blissful
indeed.

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Blissful Waves - Summer Breeze (Original Mix) [Pineapple Digital]

VISIONATE - TELEPATHY (INCL. INNER PEACE, LESH REMIXES)
PHW [Progressive House Worldwide] - PHW241 
Release Date: 24 Oct, 2016 

This week we are heading of to Norway to bring back an artist act that we have seen with us for a couple of times the past months, and we are as happy as ever to be able to bring on the sounds of Visionate one more time through PHW. 

This time, they are on with their original, named as “Telepathy”, a dreamy and melodic progressive production made to perfection. It contains the great blend of harmonies and drive, just the way we want it to sound on the label. This is another tickling production from our great buddies Kent and Akki. 

On remix duty, we see a new entrance walking through the doors of PHW, and we are truly honored to see the alias of Inner Peace taking their first steps together with us. As we have seen through their productions through Alter Ego in the past, we see them add some quirky bass lines, making use of the included vocal add as well building their own textures and add their vision through the breakdown. It’s a lovely way to make it sound there, with their “cross cooked style” of progressive and dubstep. We absolutely love this magic piece of music! 

On the second remix, we see a delightful return from the one and only Lesh. He’s been with us many times and feel like a true regular on the label. He’s rebuilt the groove on the track, added on some more vocal to the original way of thinking the track and the outcome is as sweet as ever from him. Smooth textures and pads is working it’s way in and out of the track, to create the “Lesh feel” that we truly enjoy having on the label as often as possible. 

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