A Particles debutant, Chris Cargo has been an influential figure in underground house for over two decades. Over 250 production credits are testament to this longevity with the UK artist seeing his music feature on the likes of Paul Thomas' UV, D-Formation's Beat Boutique and Nick Warren's The Soundgarden, with a further half-century on his own If You Wait imprint. Now debuting on Particles, "Wide Eyed" is a low-slung groover that develops with easy rhythmic poise before subtle melodic overtones filter into sonic range. Luscious pads and grooved bassline add to the aural collage before a breakdown introduces a swathe of new elements that fizz to a rousing white-noise crescendo before dropping back into the gently pulsating rhythm of earlier movements. The result is a smooth and immaculate offering from the Chris Cargo studio.

Chris Domingo is another longstanding artist within the underground dance fraternity. Finding success in both solo guise and with former production partner, Mariner, the US artist has seen his music feature on a host of leading labels that include Songuara, 3rd Avenue and Stellar Fountain, while work for Particles included 2021's "Azimuth" and "Lose Control" EPs, before May 2022 saw the debut of his Domingo + moniker in collaboration with Eric Lune and "Sentimental Fool". Now returning to the label, the Domingo+ remix sees an intricate percussive top-line based on elements from "Wide Eyed" shine before a familiar bassline cadence also makes its presence felt. Introducing a new syncopated synth line adds depth and intensity to proceedings before the second half reveals a glorious and meandering synth line that provides a touch of class and emotion to the original.

Subandrio needs no introduction to the particles faithful. A renowned figure across his Sri Lankan home and far beyond its borders, his unmistakable production work has lit up a plethora of labels including Mango Alley, Perspectives Digital and Hernan Cattaneo's Sudbeat Music. A regular on both Proton labels, a quintet of remixes has seen him rework the likes of Andre Sobota, Juan Deminicis, Trilucid and Matter since a December 2015 Particles debut. Now returning to the label for the first time in 5 years, the Subandrio remix is a typically sumptuous affair with powerful rolling groove melded with the textured pads and melodic bed of Chris Cargo's original. Full of vibrancy and atmosphere at the breakdown, a superbly cadenced motif and rippling stepped arpeggio combine to create a memorable interpretation.

Including remixes from Subandrio and Domingo +, Chris Cargo is "Wide Eyed" with musical delight.

Directed by Jay Epoch
A&R by Marina Gerardi
Mastered by Chris Cargo, Domingo +, Cid Inc.
Design by Ben Mautner
Text by James Warren

Wide Eyed

Wide Eyed (Subandrio Remix)

Martin Fredes - Shadow Pulse [Traful]

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Half Past Three (The Remixes)

Hobin Rude - Half Past Three (Agustin Pietrocola Remix) [LuPS Records]

An artist with a growing Meanwhile history, Mike Rish returns to the label with a 3rd original EP, this time with the “Akhnaton / Gröv / Cloudbreaker” triple-tracker.

A story that began in late-2021, Mike Rish and his “Beyond” EP ignited a spark that would go on to burn brightly amongst a galaxy of stars on GMJ & Matter’s flagship imprint. Already a regular on such celebrated labels as Kasey Taylor’s Vapour Recordings, Praveen Achary’s Juicebox Music and Guy J’s Lost & Found, the Australian artist has continued to see his distinctive and mature production sound much sought after.

Now returning to Meanwhile for the first time since June 2023’s “GT / Shoreditch Funk / Reka”, “Akhnaton” is inspired by the Amsterdam club of the same name and host of Meanwhile’s debut label showcase at ADE 2023. Full of trademark character, the track is a pounding club floor-filler with white-noise back drop and chugging bassline intent. Full of mesmeric soundscapes, and cascading delays, the track builds in power as subtle melodies are introduced amongst the immaculately placed pauses that help ramp up the intensity. The result is a masterful affair.

Continuing the hefty rhythmic narrative, familiar tropes percolate around “Gröv” like a fine wine. Under a huge, throbbing backdrop of seismic beat and cavernous bass pattern, spine-tingling melodies float across the mid-range before coming to the fore at the extended breakdown. Adding to the sonic collage with a hypnotising off-beat chord motif, the track then drops back into the familiar form of earlier phases as it draws to its conclusion.

The final offering sees “Cloudbreaker” continue to push the sonic envelope with the immaculately crafted bassline extravaganza. Full of percussive intent with shaker-fuelled top-line, a richly syncopated melody captures dancefloor attention, held through a sustained bass phrase at the breakdown. Hitting its straps again in the third movement, the gargantuan groove and luscious melodic interplay break through in a stormfront of club vibrancy and brio.

A force to be reckoned with via another EP chock-full of skill, technique and craftsmanship, Mike Rish excels once more via his “Ahknaton / Gröv / Cloudbreaker” EP.

Mike Rish - Cloudbreaker

Artista: @benja-molina
Sello: @univackrecords

Uno de nuestros DJ´s y productores madrileños, Benja Molina, vuelve a brillar con su tercer lanzamiento en Univack Records: el esperado EP Endless Night / Ammonite / Siroco. Este trabajo de tres pistas originales encapsula su visión única del Progressive House, fusionando capas melódicas y atmósferas hipnóticas con elementos contundentes de percusión y pinceladas de techno.

El track “Siroco” destaca por su energía arrolladora y su complejidad sonora. Con bajos profundos, texturas envolventes y progresiones melódicas que evocan paisajes abiertos, “Siroco” es un viaje sonoro diseñado tanto para la introspección como para la pista de baile. Benja Molina demuestra una vez más su capacidad para crear producciones inmersivas que conectan profundamente con el oyente.

El EP estará disponible exclusivamente en Beatport y Spotify desde el 14 de febrero de 2025, con pre-orders a partir del 31 de enero de 2025, y llegará al resto de plataformas el 28 de febrero de 2025. Un lanzamiento esencial para los seguidores del Progressive House más sofisticado.

PREMIERE: Benja Molina – Siroco [Univack Records]

Hysteria / Reload

Premiere: SAJAY - Reload [Juicebox Music]

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Premiere: Michael A - All at Once [Genesis Music]

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Premiere: Michael A - Trigger [Genesis Music]

“Convergence” is a deep, atmospheric journey through the heart of melodic techno and progressive trance. Driven by pulsating basslines, shimmering synth layers, and immersive textures, it captures that late-night club energy where emotion and rhythm become one.

Each element builds and breathes — creating waves of tension, release, and euphoria that flow effortlessly across the dance floor. Designed for those moments when lights fade, the crowd connects, and the music takes over completely.

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Convergence (Extended Mix)

Gorjis-Nostaligia

the drummachines don`t lie

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Premiere: SAJAY - Reload [Juicebox Music]

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