Gavin Rochford makes his long awaited return on Manual Music's MNL label with two fresh sounding originals in his trademark sound. The Irishman's productions always have a very distinct flavor to them. A certain kind of melancholic moodyness versus playfulness, Gavin's productions are truly unique and exciting!

On remix duties we welcome the amazing German / South African duo LADS for their MNL debut. They take the title track in a mystique and mysterious direction and instantly show why they are one of the hot names to watch at the moment. Not that they have to prove themselves anymore; their releases on Lost & Found, Rebellion de Traümer, Nie Wieder Schlafen and Magician on Duty pretty much speak for themselves.

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Operating out of his Brooklyn studio, Mike Isai is a new name to grace the Meanwhile catalogues as the Australian imprint delivers its 18th release with “Home / 87 North”. A single remix comes from fellow US artist, Forerunners.

A relative newcomer to the Progressive House scene, Mike Isai’s nascent production career has already seen a debut on the Nick Warren led, Hope Recordings, via September 2020’s “Pillars to Butterflies” EP. A March 2021 reworking of Shanil Alox’s “Algorithm” for Droid9 illustrated Isai’s remix capabilities, as the US star now debuts on Meanwhile with his twin-tracker.

Opening proceedings, “Home” is a dark and sultry piece that pulsates hypnotically through its near 9-minute voyage with a panoply of textured layers and white-noise effects. Quickly hitting its stride, a pounding kick is accompanied by an immaculately syncopated synth motif that provides the basis for a counterpoint phrase to sit elegantly on top in glittering repetitive pattern. Reaching a rousing filtered denouement at the mid-point, “Home” drops back into a familiar arrangement as all elements combine to impressive effect in the third movement.

Continuing the powerful rhythmic framework of its partner, “87 North” immediately impresses with its 16th note bassline and seismic kick. Another syncopated synth loop provides an imposing trademark production technique as haunting melodies drift over the mid-range, drenched in reverb and white-noise washes. Coruscating pads add further intrigue as the 7-minute piece evolves, coming fully to the fore in a ‘wall of sound’ breakdown, before the second half picks up the pace again with percussive intensity. The juxtaposition of meandering melodic threads and bassline urgency thus creates an impressively woven dynamism.

Another new artist to grace Meanwhile finds Arizona based Brenden LaBonte creating a potent wave of success with his Forerunners moniker. With over a double century of production credits to his name for some of the finest modern dance imprints, Sudbeat Music, Anjunadeep, and Black Hole have all played host to the US artist’s emotive soundscapes. Reworking “Home”, the Forerunners remix is chock full of the trademark soundscapes that characterise LaBonte’s work, with whispering melodies floating atop a powerful beat and ticking hi-hat groove. A relentless bassline sequence adds weight and poise over the 8-minute offering as subtle variations on Mike Isai’s original make their presence felt. Pausing for breath at a spine-tingling mid-point, cadenced bass groove and subtle melodic prowess hit the heights in the latter stages.

New music sees Mike Isai guided home by his north star, accompanied by a shining remix from Forerunners.

Mike Isai - Home

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Get lost in Sandeep’s take on Amir Telem’s latest piece “Kamalnatha” on Aftertech Records.

Release date: 25/2/2022

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Artist(s): Jorca, Mint (JPN), Najela Soir, Thudoor, Diego Methz, Zoozy
Title: Dolce Dolce
Label: ARMRecords
Catalog #: ARM020
Release Date: 21-06-2024

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Jorca - Dolce Dolce (MINT (JPN) Remix)

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An artist with a strong and vibrant portfolio under his name, Pysh returns to Particles with his "Ballada" EP. Remixes from Argentina and Germany complete the picture.

A catalyst for a career in the music industry, victory remixing Booka Shade catapulted Pysh into the limelight in 2010. A full-length album for Einmusika followed as has subsequent work for high-profile labels that include, Traum, Defected and Get Physical. A remix of Rudy UK in June 2018 opened Pysh's account for Particles and we are delighted to welcome him back with an original EP. The title track is characterised by a heavy beat and chunky rhythmic interplay paves the way for a chorus of beautiful analogue melodies to weave a magical path across the eight-minute piece. Building throughout, counterpoint motifs meld with a central theme to wonderful effect. Immediately piquing interest with its rapid-fire arpeggio opening, "B.R.A.T." continues the rich melodic themes. A strong rhythmic bed provides an anchor for analogue sequences to revel in glissando glory as they build to a white-noise crescendo, before dropping back in to hypnotic arpeggio groove once more. Collaborating with fellow countryman, Sincz, a heavier chunkier groove combined with intricate percussive cadence keeps "Angelika" moving forwards with claps and effects. Simultaneously, a hypnotic melodic phrasing sits perfectly within the rhythmic framework as it evolves elegantly into a beat-laden third movement.

An accomplished musician, Matias Chilano, has been a regular performer across the clubs of his Argentine home with the likes of Nick Warren, Quivver and Dave Seaman. Regularly supported by fellow countryman, Hernan Cattaneo, Chilano's production portfolio is chock full of impressive releases for such leading imprints as Balkan Connection, Movement Recordings and Soundteller Records. A single remix of K Nass represented a superb debut for Particles in March 2018 and a second remix now sees Matias Chilano create a typically smooth offering. Wrapped in a crisp rhythmic hi-hat shell with strong beat and intricate percussive groove, a smooth array of melodic sequences interacts with each other, evolving gently in hypnotic fashion. Making intelligent use of Pysh's elements, muted free-flowing lines appear at the mid-point breakdown and into the third movement combined with Chilano's exquisite production work.

Renowned for his prowess in the techno arena, Christian Hornbostel has garnered support for his music from across the DJ elite that includes Pan-Pot, Wally Lopez and Stacy Pullen. A hugely experienced DJ and producer, over two-thousand credits sit next to his name for some of the leading underground dance music imprints. Work for Kling Klong, Set About and Natura Viva are testament to Hornbostel's technique and craft, while the "Ampere" EP for Particles provided a moment of melodic techno brilliance in July 2018. Now, reworking Pysh, the Christian Hornbostel remix of "B.R.A.T" bristles with mule-like kick and off-beat percussion, while a rapid-fire ostinato that has its roots firmly in the original, keeps energy high. Adding a swathe of additional production material, a spine-tingling breakdown provides a moment of melodic magic before the driving rhythms finds its place once more in the second half.

Directed by Jay Epoch
A&R by Marina Gerardi
Mastered by Cid Inc., Christian Hornbostel
Design by Ben Mautner
Text by James Warren

Ballada

Pysh - Ballada (Matias Chilano Remix)

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Providing a late summer EP of the highest quality, GMJ and Matter once again showed their collaborative prowess. Through "Interscope" the duo created a stunning twin-track EP, now revitalised in 2019 with remixes from Argentinean and Moldovan talents.

An Argentinean artist with a rich musical provenance to his name, Nicolas Rada, has shone brightly within the underground dance fraternity. An accomplished pianist with an inherent understanding of musical composition, an impressive DJ career has risen in tandem with memorable production work including over a century of credits on the Balkan Connection family of labels. Moreover, it is with iconic DJ and celebrated producer, Nick Warren that the duo has found a strong collaborative relationship in 2018 with the standout "Land of Dreams" EP for Warren's The Soundgarden imprint a notable June highlight. Bookended by remixes of Eelke Kleijn for DAYS like NIGHTS and Mark Slee and Atish for Manjumasi, Rada's remix of Andre Sobota in December 2017 marked an impressive debut for Proton Music, now followed by a standout reworking of the Australian duo. Taking on "Interscope", the Nicolas Rada remix is redolent in a trademark rhythmic groove that drives the track forward with deep kick and intricate percussion. Using GMJ and Matter's original components to create an elegant framework, new melodic motifs make their presence felt as the track evolves. From the mid-point onwards, a chorus of additional production material sees counterpoint motifs play off each other in coruscating beauty to create a wonderful new interpretation.

The self-proclaimed 'double-headed dragon' sees Moldovan duo, Alex and Andrew take form as Lanvary. Both respected DJs and artists, the duo's diverse musical backgrounds have found them in much demand as they experiment with sonic ideas, "melting various ingredients in their musical kitchen". Making their 2010 debut for Underphunk Recordings, the duo has gone on to celebrate 150 production credits for some of the finest modern underground labels, including Stellar Fountain, Mistique Digital and Suffused Music. Regulars on Particles, a series of original EPs have continued to showcase the Lanvary sound as the twin-track "Micromegas" debut in 2015 was quickly followed by "Slingshot Ride" and "Penumbra" in 2016 and "Leviathan" in 2017. Graduating onto Proton Music, December 2017's "Venus" EP was a strong debut that went on to see reworkings from LADS and Soulwerk, while remixes of Matter and Hot TuneiK are now followed by a third in the shape of the Lanvary remix of "To The Stars". Creating a deep and subtle groove, Lanvary have fashioned a wonderful rhythmic foundation that bristles with percussive intent as a warm bassline supplies further substance. Simultaneously, a new melodic riff makes its presence felt in hypnotic beauty while a swathe of effects and innovative sound design give rise to the "Odd Galaxy" title. Using GMJ and Matter's components to inventive effect, the result is another impressive offering from the Lanvary production stable.

Remixes from Nicolas Rada and Lanvary have given GMJ and Matter's "Interscope" a vibrant new direction.

Directed by Jay Epoch
A&R by James Warren
Mastered by Nicolas Rada, Cid Inc.
Design by Ben Mautner
Text by James Warren

Interscope (Nicolas Rada, Lanvary Remixes)

Matter & GMJ - To The Stars (Lanvary 'Odd Galaxy' Remix)

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Artist: VERVE
Remixer: Michael A
Title: Freedom
Label: Mango Alley
Cat: ALLEY090
Genre: Progressive House
Release Date: 27/05/18
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Cool spring air reverberates through the Blue Mountains providing Verve with the "Freedom" to transform. Hard-edged, crystalline melodies emerge against intricate rhythms generated in granular detail. A "Frisky" bassline dominates through deep hypnotic rhythms that provide a new house structure of unique character and sonic architecture, trailblazing an innovative path.

A returning guardian of the underground creates his own unique vision of "Freedom" from Eastern Europe. Michael A's elegantly haunting motifs hang in the night air, floating through clean and crisp beats that puncture a pristine and stratified soundscape.

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PREMIERE: VERVE - Freedom (Michael A Remix) [Mango Alley]

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