Buy / Stream: https://ada.lnk.to/Land

Needwant favourites, Fete return with Balearic dreamer, ‘Land’ which comes equipped with an ambient mix and a remix from Joel Hood & Channel Swimmer. 

Fete, who are the sunshine production duo of Sean Brosnan and Julian Peck, have delivered a scattering of releases on London's Needwant include ‘The Islands’, 'Don't Argue' and 'Leaving Home’, now return with another beautiful piece of electronica with ‘Land' 

Rich with warmth synths, euphoric strings, and a groove-inducing bassline, ‘Land’ is the recipe for the perfect summer soundtrack. A track that gradually progresses, easing in the instrumentation before releasing its blissful mid-point crescendo. 

Swapping sunset euphoria for sunrise swaying, the ambient mix offers a beatless alternative to the original, allowing the emotion of the strings and synths to sing.

Recognisable faces in Balearic circles, Joel Hood & Channel Swimmer’s remix also uses progression to build tension. The mix incorporates the track’s synths and strings, whilst their interpretation veers into disco territory with a chunkier bassline, retro pads, and a subtle injection of vocals.

Needwant Records pioneer the sounds of tomorrow, developing exciting artists in the world of electronic music including recent additions such as Lau.ra, Kiwi, and Meg Ward. Fete's latest single on the label is set to ignite the summer soiree's in 2021 and beyond.

Fete - Land (Joel Hood & Channel Swimmer Remix)

Together

a/jus/ted remix of Holy Ghost "Okay" for DFA Records. Digital available soon

Holy Ghost! - Okay (a/jus/ted Remix)

As an artist with already a lot of very successful material to his name, Rodriguez Jr.’s debut album Bittersweet is a highly anticipated release. There are in fact many reasons why people should hold their breath for it - an impressive 11 track body of work that features some of the well renowned and loved Rodriguez Jr. sonic traits, as well as a lot of new and previously unchartered musical ground. It simultaneously presents techno, atmospheric dub, hypnotic, melancholy and hands down hedonistic music, and with a focus on exploring textures and moods, there is something here for everyone to get lost in.

Rodriguez Jr., aka Oliver Mateu, was originally introduced to music through radio in the south of France, where he closely followed a selection of 80s bands, as well as forming a strong love for synthesizers. It wasn’t long before he was inspired to start his own group with partner Giles Escoffier ‘The Youngsters’, which quickly signed to Laurent Garnier’s F-Communications, taking them to some of the biggest clubs and festivals around the world. After great success, the project was put on hold and over the last five years Mateu has been given the space to focus more on his solo work and finally the opportunity to create an album.

In spite of his French origins, both Olivier Mateu's artist name and productions lean more towards his father's Spanish roots, with a Mediterranean warmth and party atmosphere often coming to the fore. Bittersweet, however, embodies influences from all over the world. Inspired during recent trips to Japan, Canada and Europe, the voyaging Rodriguez Jr. accompanied by his laptop lay down ideas in hotel rooms after playing in clubs and absorbed the different environments around him into his work. With each country creating a new experience, his touring has played a big part in the variety of tracks that are presented here.

Whilst the spice of Bittersweet was captivated in far away places, the main body of the production of the album was carried out in Mateu’s hidden away studio in Belgium, filled with many loved pieces of analogue gear and synthesizers. Ranging from the Roland TR909, for a classic house drum feel, to the Korg MS10 for dirtier sounds, and a selection of Roland keyboards to choose from, “I am definitely a synth fetishist! Ahaha!” (Rodriguez Jr.). Each has contributed in Rodriguez Jr.’s quest to create an artistic project of the highest quality and creativity that he is capable of, with outstanding results. He has also drawn on the creative input of two musicians who are featured in two of the tracks – And.Id playing his trumpet and Cari Golden’s vocals.

A masterpiece that truly reflects the Rodriguez Jr. of today, it also offers us enough variety and surprise to keep us inspired by this ever-evolving artist. Reflecting on the tracks Bittersweet refers to the contradictory forces at play within the music – it may be beautiful and it may be sweet – but be careful of the party animal it can unleash both in the creator and within all of you present on the dancefloor!

Rodriguez Jr. - Massilia

PREMIERE: EpitaF (Alex Boneti Orignal Mix) [324EPIEP]

Sequoia

My House My School

On July 21th morgen.am presents their next morgen.ep 171 – Hold On by https://soundcloud.com/lovestad > release party > https://www.facebook.com/events/1361385570605939/

Hold On EP
Lövestad goes into the night with their Hold On EP, taking you from sunset to sunrise. Their known recipe for energy and improvisation is combined with melancholy and funk. The three tracks represent the drive to push through no matter what and hold on to that inner voice.

III. Twaalf (Original)
Twaalf has been an infamous closing anthem catching people in jumping ecstasy for sometimes more than 20 minutes.  The pulsing drums and evolving synth solos seem to have no end in this signature tune that never actually got a real title. It just means twelve which refers to how they numbered their jams when they started making music together. 

➢   Artwork by  Nique Huiberts

Hold On

MRG 171 | III. Lövestad - Twaalf (Original) preview

There’s not much to report on Berlin newcomer Algorythm. His debut EP ‘Santos Express’ was the inaugural release on Neptune, which earned an impressive 3.5 star review from Resident Advisor, along with support from Ransom Note. His follow up is ‘Typhon’, and is his first release with London imprint Needwant. 

‘Typhon’ is a reference to the giant buried underneath Etna in Greek Mythology. The EP undoubtedly opens with ‘Etna’, a track made for post 4am sets. The bass laden ‘Lion’s Head’ follows and takes you further into the night, hazy atmospherics couples with tingling keys are abundance. Finishing on a much higher and energetic note, is the reservedly epic ‘I Woke Up For Once It Wasn’t For Me’.

Typhon

Algorythm - I Woke Up Once, It Wasn't For Me

Nicolai Toma - Summer on my Mind (ft. Rosapaulina)

Second singel from Menshen (1/2 of Monitor 66) and he delievers two beautiful Deep house tracks that is perfect for the early hours.

Delivered by <a href='http://www.label-worx.com'>Label Worx</a> on behalf of <a href='http://soundcloud.com/oh-records-stockholm'>Oh! Records Stockholm</a>

OHR053 : Menshen - Mynta (Original Mix)

Beatport: http://www.beatport.com/release/modern-dance/2923735
iTunes: https://music.apple.com/album/modern-dance-single/1508143644
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/2R8LjQnWqXlMTg7iCHPMJZ

Early feedback in by Chloe, Dr. Lektroluv, Claptone, Purple Disco Machine, Auntie Flo, Mark Moore (S'Express), Philippi (Deewee), Art Bleek, Superlover and many more. 

Premiered by Delicieuse Musique:
https://soundcloud.com/delicieuse-musique/premiere-ono-modern-dance-exploited-records

Meet O.N.O: the new Parisian electronic duo.
Comprised of French comedian and DJ, Nathalie Duchene, and her friend Rudy Kobain, O.N.O is a project formed through their connection on the Paris electronic scene. They decided to try their hand at collaborating, and ‘Modern Dance’ is the first fruits of their burgeoning relationship.
“ I produce a lot everyday but I hardly ever finish my tracks ” says Kobain. “ I sent Nathalie my favourite one and she had wonderful ideas on how to continue this one and finish it. ” They completed the track at his home, and once he showed her more of his works-in-progress, she had plenty more ideas on how to carry them to the finish line. “ The same magic happened: she knew what to add to make it a hit.” It was clear that a formidable partnership was being created.
‘Modern Dance’ is a funk-fuelled house/disco cut filled with bold sounds. Slinky, plump bass grooves against the taut drums while pitch-bending synths create a dramatic backdrop. A shimmering, plucked lead motif cuts through the mix with no warning to create a mystical and captivating melodic focal point. Recordings of gossiping ladies fill the breakdown, adding more drama still, and swooping strings provide the finishing touch. Fierce, funky and full of attitude, it’s a surefire hit. “ It’s a perfect track to show our world. We wanted to create a track you can dance, eat, drink and make love to. ”
French dance music royalty and personal friend of the duo, Yuksek, amps up the bass funk on his remix, slides in some gentle acid tones and generally pumps the whole thing up. There’s an almost old skool rave euphoria in the widescreen sounds of his pads and strings and some clever edits and FX provide moments of unexpected juxtaposition. “ Nathalie has known him for years and he was immediately super excited to remix the track. He totally brings the tracks to the dancefloor!”
‘Rockarz’ is a mighty ‘b-side’ that channels ‘80s electro pop to great effect, with chanted male vocals set against airy female harmonies and rubbery bass melody underneath. Glass chimes and resampled synths provide the additional colour, and all in all it’s a camp dancefloor workout.
With their tracks mixed by Super Discount’s Julien Delfaut, their glorious tracks are finished off in a punchy technicolour sheen. “ I have known him for a long time and he is one of the best mixers in Paris. Thanks to him we have a special sound that you can find all over our upcoming EPs.”

Early feedback:
Chloe: Super cool release. Cool mood
Dr Lektroluv: Rockarz for me. Nice EP!.
Claptone: Thx!
Purple Disco Machine: Cool tune. Full support.
Mark Moore (S’Express): Slick, Sexy, gorgeous!
Auntie Flo: Thanks. 
Art Bleek: Nice Yuksek Remix.
Annie Mac/BBC: Downloaded. 
Superlover: Yuksek. Sure thang. 
Fred Everything: Yuksek Remix is pretty nice.
DJ T: Thank you for the music. 
James Curd: Yep! Its good.
Riva Starr: Thanks for the music.
Treasure Fingers: This is hot.
Philippi: Nice.
Ardalan: Really dope. 
Till Von Sein: Dope EP. All 3 tracks are straight up my street.
DJ Sabo: Original is cool.
Severino/Horse Meat Disco: Oh yes! I love this!
Dee Montero: Cool mix from Yuksek.
Mat Joe: Dope!

Artist: O.N.O
Release: Modern Dance
Label: Exploited 
Cat: EXPDIGITAL202
LC: 15799
Publisher: Exploited Ghetto Music Publishing
Releasedate Beatport/Spotify: 26.06.20
Releasedate I-Tunes: 10.07.20

Modern Dance

O.N.O - Modern Dance I Exploited

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