An established artist on the Proton Music roster, Michael A and his "Fantasy" series marked a high point as volume 1 hit the shelves in September 2020. Now returning with a quartet of new original tracks, "Reverie" opens with an intricate rhythmic and melodic framework as shimmering pads and filtered synth melodies provide an earworm moment. Aptly titled, a crystalline arpeggio pierces the heady rhythms at the breakdown before the track evolves in the second half with poise and grace. "Obsession" is a typically vibrant affair with sophisticated percussive groove blended with syncopated motif and immaculate bass pattern. Building with ease, a meandering synth line flows across the upper frequency range with ease while white noise washes and effects aplenty add depth and dancefloor prowess. "Reminisce" is characterised by a light and intricate percussive groove, anchored by cavernous sub-bass pattern. As it develops, an array of textured layers pulsate across the piece before a delay-rich arpeggio and rasping bass line hit their stride at the mid-point onwards. A dark pulsating gem, "Bloom" powers forward with pumping bassline muscle while a dizzying array of shakers and hats pan the stereo spectrum. Melodic intrigue is provided by soundtrack strings and an array of sparkling synth phrasing, wrapped in a delicate piano shell.

Another regular on the Proton Music and Particles roster, Imran Khan has continued to carve out a continuing presence in the underground scene with a clutch of tracks across 2020. With his "Organik" and "Sunsweat" EPs gracing the flagship imprint in 2019, remixes of Lanvary, GMJ and Dmitry Molosh throughout 2020 have enhanced the UK artist's already impressive reputation. Returning to remix Michael A's "Silent Moments" from "Fantasy, Vol. 1", Imran Khan illustrates why his production skills are much sought-after with a trademark reworking that sees a characteristic rich and dark groove complemented by smooth arpeggio sequences and soaring pads. Building throughout, an array of original production material and intelligent use of Michael's remix components creates a gloriously contemplative offering that is a tribute to Khan's craftsmanship.

A newcomer to the Proton Music ranks, Lucas Rossi has seen his reputation grow steadily since a debut on Nick Warren's The Soundgarden in mid-2018. A seasoned DJ in his native Argentina, the South American has continued to find his music signed to such high-profile imprints as Balkan Connection, onedotsixtwo and Armen Miran's Hoomidaas. The latter with his three-track "Meeting Point" EP in March 2020. Reworking the title track from "Fantasy, Vol. 1", Lucas Rossi has created a rich sonic tapestry that centres around a hypnotic rhythmic bed of hi-hats, shakers and toms that provide the perfect vehicle for melodic tropes from the original to float across the eight-minute track with ease. Gradually building in intensity, the breakdown provides the perfect moment for a more detailed melodic study to take place while the second half drives forward with percussive intent, thickly textured pads and sympathetic attention to Michael A's original.

Four new original tracks and superlative remixes from Imran Khan and Lucas Rossi find Michael A continuing his sonic "Fantasy".

Directed by Jay Epoch
A&R by James Warren
Mastered by Cid Inc. Lucas Rossi
Design by Ben Mautner
Text by James Warren

Fantasy, Vol. 2

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Michael A - Reminisce (Original Mix)

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