From the Netherlands, YANA Music is jetting over to LA for the first time with a stunning single by Richter and Gracie Van Brunt.

Shane Armijo, Richter (formally of Consouls) is a name many people will already be familiar with. For years he’s been at the head of US events agency Bassrush organising premiere D&B events across North America as well as displaying his prowess as a versatile producer with releases already on his Bassrush imprint, Viper Recordings, Get Hype and Play Me Records. Gracie Van Brunt is an experienced Los Angeles-based singer/songwriter/topliner and vocal producer from Berklee College of Music that has been toplining for various DJs and producers for the past few years. Already she has amassed over 150,000 Spotify streams with her emotional vocals, compelling lyrics and catchy melodies.

As the name suggests, the track starts with dark atmospheres being pushed along by Gracie’s melancholic vocals. The track builds to a crescendo which drops with big, driving synth stabs and pounding drums taking the piece to a place of euphoria. This track is one for the mainstages with its big dancefloor sound. YANA012 drops July 31st 2020 on all major online stores and streaming platforms.

PRESAVE / BUY / STREAM: https://ditto.fm/in-the-dark-richter-featuring-gracie-van-brunt

If you are interested in any press features regarding this single, please contact: yanamusicuk@gmail.com

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Twitter: @ShaneRichterDnB

Gracie Van Brunt online:
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Instagram: @GracieVanBrunt
Twitter: @GracieVanBrunt

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[YANA012] Richter x Gracie Van Brunt - In The Dark

Most of the songs on this album were written as part of an annual "song-a-week" challenge called June Bug. We chose a prompt every week, but it was just a suggestion; ultimately you could write whatever you wanted. "What I wanted" would change radically from week to week, depending on what I'd been listening to most recently -- new age guitar & flute, a favorite childhood folk song, organ-heavy funk, hip-hop mashups, a chiptune here and there... I felt very much like a genre tourist, lingering just long enough to pick up a bit of the language and a few local customs before jetting off to the next destination.

Maybe it'll feel the same way as a listener. If you don't like a song, just wait a few minutes and try the next one; it's probably completely different.

I'd like to thank all the folks who helped bring these songs into existence, directly or indirectly, whether they realize it or not:

Andreas Fredriksson
Andrew Aversa / zircon
Anne Dodson
Ben Burnes / Abstraction
Charlie McCarron
Donald Conrad
EJ Miller
Elora Krzanich
Eric Kleptone
Greg Haptor
Jimmy Hinson / Big Giant Circles
Jim Stormdancer
Jon Auchterlonie
LM RS VS
Martin Binfield / Binster / .mpegasus
Matt Szostak
Nancy Constable
Paul Kilduff-Taylor / nervous_testpilot / _ensnare_
Dr. Randy Pausch
Sebastian Schöner
Todd & Kerri Drootin
William Ackerman 
credits
released November 4, 2022

Written, produced, played, recorded, engineered, mixed, mastered and mangled by Postgoodism, with the following exceptions:

Track 4: vocals by Sebastian Schöner
Track 7: guitars by Andreas Fredriksson
Track 8: music and lyrics by Big Giant Circles
Track 10: music by [Traditional Irish]
Track 12: music written and recorded by Big Giant Circles
Track 13: music by Matt Szostak
Track 14: samples from Randy Pausch, "The Last Lecture"

Tourism

The story of my new album begins with the birth of the title track. I embarked on the creation of this track in May of 2019, during what could be described as a creatively tumultuous period in my life. Juggling the demands of being a husband and father while frequently jetting off for weekend gigs around the world and perpetual jetlag left me feeling consistently overwhelmed.

Amidst these circumstances, I found myselfhimself grappling with doubts about my musical prowess. The question of my ability to produce music or engage in any creative pursuits loomed large during this phase. Come mid-March 2020, the onset of the Covid Pandemic forced the track back into a metaphorical drawer, where it would remain for yet another year. Fast-forward to September 2021, and I found myself unearthing and ultimately completing the project within the same month. These developments were further intertwined with a substantial overhaul of my studio setup. Yet, this marked the beginning of the journey of truly understanding my studio environment, and fully exploiting its potential. This process, a trajectory that spans a year or more, gradually unveiled itself alongside the creative process of the album.

The composition of the album unfolded in stages, fueled by determination to connect with my enduring creative capabilities. The yearning for fresh Perfect Stranger music and the timing of this venture were additional driving forces.

Throughout my journey as Perfect Stranger, I have consistently gravitated towards particular sample choices. These selections are marked by a preference for enigmatic, somewhat somber yet hopeful speeches and phrases. These snippets, imbued with inspiration, meditation, and a deeper meaning, contribute to the overarching narrative of mine music - a manifestation of trance with a profound purpose. It was during one of my wife's sessions in the kitchen, where she listened to her favored inspirational speakers while preparing meals for her delivery service, that I encountered the specific sample that would profoundly impact the title track and overall core of the album. This serendipitous moment marked the inception of the "Broadcasting and Receiving" Album journey within the track.

In essence, my creative odyssey over the years, marked by setbacks, growth, and unforeseen influences, is encapsulated within the album’s title track. It serves as a testament to the intricate interplay of personal experiences and artistic expression, a true reflection of the multifaceted nature of music creation.


“If you can, understand creation in terms of broadcasting and receiving.
So your inner being is broadcasting prosperity but you’re broadcasting doubt, how’s that working out?
Do you believe that through your life you have created a vibrational version of your prosperity?
Holding it. Knowing it. Being it. And broadcasting it.”

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Broadcasting & Receiving

OUT NOW! http://s.beatport.com/KMmufh Hardwell’s Spaceman has been destroying the dancefloors worldwide over the past three months. With the infectious lead theme unexpectedly dropping two chords and turning into the electro influenced Hardwell bassline, a sure shot for giving the crowd that boost of energy jetting them into space!

‘Spaceman’ now comes back to earth with a package of Outer Space Remixes. All remixes in different genres which will still capture the infectious sounds of Spaceman adjusted to their genre.

First up is Headhunterz Remix, the worlds leading Hardstyle DJ from Holland. He turns this into a raw stomping beast and floating basslines. Adding new lyrics which sets the mood of the track. After the second break accelerating to a higher pace. This has been a Hardwell favourite for weeks, closing down his sets with a bang!

Second is ‘Drown The Fish’ on the remix with his Dubstep interpretation. Adding those typical darker sounds and making use of the lead theme perfectly.

The package is completed by Naffz Remix in Moombahton style, Dutch upcoming producer lowers the tempo, adds some cathy snare drum loops and makes this one special mix for the long summer nights.

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Hardwell- Spaceman (Outer Space Remixes) [OUT NOW]

Aaron Olson drops his debut track on Nukleuz, 'Empathy' with a bang and it is a tech-trance monster contrasting hi-octane dark basslines with uplifting pianos and synths sure to rock trance and hard dance floors alike! On the flip Aaron unleashes his Electro Mix sound which has been forged through his love of Electro/House whilst still retaining some of the tech-trance vibes and attitude that have won him so many supporters! Aaron's Electro Mix of Sander Kleinberg's 'This Is Our Night' saw him receive a huge radio response and even support by Sander himself!

 

Sander Kleinenberg: "...heard a clip of this on a radio station, I freaked out...LOVE IT!"

 

Starting out in the 1998 DJ circuit, Aaron Olson always had a knack for destroying dance floors. With humble beginnings playing trance and techno, Aaron quickly moved on to tech-trance after the big Nukleuz bump in 99. Aaron spent most of the next few years jetting around Canada playing clubs and raves alike before concentrating on production.

 

Aaron's first full production, 'The Subversion EP' was quickly snapped up by BK's label manager Scott Attrill for Riot! Recordings before signing his next EP, 'Equilibrium' to Traffic Recordings wher it has already picked up support from the likes of Scot Project, Luca Antolini, Kutski, Scott Attrill, Anne Savage, BK, Lisa Lashes, Alex Kidd, Organ Donors, K-90 & more! It's was even hailed by Beatport.com as "...one of the best packages of mixes ever to grace Traffic Records..."

Empathy EP

“The idea behind the mix is to present two different insights into my musical repertoire. Tracks I like to play in the club and tracks I like to play at home. From old school to new school.”

Robert Dietz - 2012

Forward thinking electronic exponents Arkitekt announce their first compilation release after a selection of parties in London, Leeds and Birmingham promoted their sound. Focusing on the more forward thinking strains of house and techno, their musical mandate has been to gleefully plunder the underground elements of the modern dance clime, with stripped back grooves riding against warm melodies and textures.

The first man stepping up the Arkitekt palette is Robert Dietz. The German DJ cut his teeth on the Frankfurt arena of Deutsch dance, coming from no-where in 2009 to ensnare one of Beatportal’s Artists to Watch. Since then his rise has been apocalyptic and relentless, recording for stellar imprints such as Cecille, Cadenza, Deep Vibes, Running Back and Saved Records. He’s crafted a trademark sound, built on pure house and infused it with the sensibilities of contemporary club culture.

It’s a pedigree which has made him one of the most versatile and in-demand DJs on the planet. He delivers achingly next level voyages in the underground basements of Shoreditch, Berlin and Eastern Europe but also has the ability to seduce mainstream arenas like Awakenings, Electric Zoo, Exit Festival, Ushuaia and Pacha with his underground aesthetic. And it is that intoxicating template that is evident all over this double disc spanning mix.

Disc 1 focuses on the more underground and techier side of Robert’s tastes, aptly titled ‘Club Hours’. It fizzes along with a sea of clicks and whirs as it ripples from the gentle menace of the 2012 update Butane’s ‘A Rave Mistake’ into the shuffling tones of Trickski’s brilliantly monikered ‘Brazzavillage Dance Commando’.

Elsewhere tracks from killer producers such as Davide Squillace, Sascha Dive and Ricardo Villalobos take the mix slowly into deeper realms of energy, before it ends on a flourish with the mechanical Detroit edge of Ben Nevile’s ‘Awshashen’.

Disc 2 is a more expansive affair with the deeper side of the Dietz spectrum in full effect as he takes the listener ‘After-hours’. The synth stabs and tribal percussion of ZPH ‘Popshit‘ lay the battle lines down emphatically for where it’s heading, delivering a mix to work just as well on the headphones as it does on the dancefloor.

There’s gorgeous deep house of an atmospheric nature from Boo Williams with ‘Peaking Point’, the melancholy grooves of Dale Howard’s ‘Bubbz’ and the Underground Resistance meets basic Channel vibes of Leonel Castillo’s ‘1974’. The sublime wonder of Lil Tony’s ‘Employee Only’, a lustrous concoction of soaring melodies and robotic clicks, brings the collection to a glorious end.

Following the release of the compilation, Robert will be back on the road, taking in performances at some of the world’s premier clubs. Heading first to Asia, Robert will be touching down in Singapore for a show at Zouk before then making his way onto Tokyo to play Ageha. Next up he will jetting over to the Americas with gigs in Santiago de Chile, Caracas and then New York for Halloween. Robert will also be making appearances in Moscow and London so don’t miss your chance to experience this ever evolving artist in the flesh.

Arkitekt 01 - Robert Dietz - CD2 Track Clips

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Mjolnir - Just A Boy EP CONT014

1. ‘Just A Boy (JBAG dub) FREE DOWNLOAD - UNRELEASED (5'55)
2. ‘Just A Boy (JBAG remix)’ (6’02)
3. ‘Just A Boy (Mannequine remix)’ (6’01)
4. ‘Just A Boy (Pat Lok remix)’ (6’10)
5. ‘Just A Boy (Castletics remix)’ (5’15)

Early DJ support from Punks Jump Up,  ATTAR!, Larry Tee, Kamp!, Rob da Bank, Softwar, Anoraak, Lou Teti, Tronik Youth, Lancelot, The Penelopes, P A U L I E, Danny Ashden (The C90s/Earl Grey), Johan Agebjorn (Sally Shapiro), Pherotone, Last Robots…

As the saying goes, it’s not where you’re from but where you’re at, as Continental’s
painstakingly been demonstrating these last two years putting out singles from like-minded musicians across the globe (London, Paris, Sydney, Osaka, Toronto, Ghent, Zurich etc). This time, for its 14th release, Jerry Bouthier’s imprint is jetting off to Jakarta, Indonesia, to hook up with local electrodisco heroes: Mjolnir. Spell M-J-O-L-N-I-R, which means the hammer of Thor, heard as thunder by humans!

Inspired by European synth pop, Mjolnir, the brainchild of Nara Anindyaguna and Catra Adhiwardana, dub their sound ‘dark disco funk’. The pair’s been getting steady, growing love from the best blogs out there thanks to winning melodies, skilled musicianship and a fresh - not so quite easy to pigeon-hole - approach that’s seen them remix The Chemical Brothers, Chromeo and more.

The EP contains four brand new reinterpretations taking the gorgeous ‘Just A Boy’ to new heights. JBAG aka Continental bosses Jerry Bouthier and Andrea Gorgerino could not resist giving it a glam make-over that’s both nostalgic and uplifting at the same time. Fresh from their debut “Bombay Night Story”, Continental’s last release, Switzerland’s Mannequine deliver an ambitious re-rub that climaxes with housey pianos. Next, Vancouver-based rising producer Pat Lok gets rough and funky without losing the soulful gist of the original composition. Finally Helsinki’s Castletics combines robodisco groove and timeless euro flavours.

Follow MJOLNIR
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01 Andromedha - Luminosity
02 Andromedha - Purple Skies

Polish maestro Andromedha makes a triumphant return to our label with "Luminosity," an uptempo two-track affair. A seasonal resident of our flagship radio show (Silk Music Showcase), as well as the main host of Progressions Radio on Digitally Imported, Andromedha has proven himself an extraordinary contributor to the trance & progressive niche, thanks to his consistently inspired releases; each and every one of his tracks is an introspective, soulful, and often exhilarating venture. 

The aptly named opener "Luminosity" sparkles with a vibrant glow. A subtle rise slowly paves a path towards a nebula of colorful synth arrays. These remain constant throughout the track, a reminder of the deeper feelings that we carry with us throughout our day. A celestially inspired main breakdown showcases these mesmerizing melodic themes, with the arrangement ultimately revealing a cosmic groove that reverberates through the dancefloor.

"Purple Skies" is a gorgeous peak-hour opus, with distinct rises and breakdowns that reflect a modern trance sensibility. Jetting out of the gate with a full-bodied groove, the track quickly rises, leading to a climactic breakdown. Haunting piano keys introduce the breathtaking climax, which is soon joined by gorgeous chords and a suspenseful buildup, ultimately making way for an electrifying drop. Like its predecessor in the EP, Purple Skies elicits profound existential contemplations from the listener, while also offering plenty of rhythmic fuel for the clubs.

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Andromedha - Luminosity

Polish maestro Andromedha makes a triumphant return to our label with "Luminosity," an uptempo two-track affair. A seasonal resident of our flagship radio show (Silk Music Showcase), as well as the main host of Progressions Radio on Digitally Imported, Andromedha has proven himself an extraordinary contributor to the trance & progressive niche, thanks to his consistently inspired releases; each and every one of his tracks is an introspective, soulful, and often exhilarating venture. 

The aptly named opener "Luminosity" sparkles with a vibrant glow. A subtle rise slowly paves a path towards a nebula of colorful synth arrays. These remain constant throughout the track, a reminder of the deeper feelings that we carry with us throughout our day. A celestially inspired main breakdown showcases these mesmerizing melodic themes, with the arrangement ultimately revealing a cosmic groove that reverberates through the dancefloor.

"Purple Skies" is a gorgeous peak-hour opus, with distinct rises and breakdowns that reflect a modern trance sensibility. Jetting out of the gate with a full-bodied groove, the track quickly rises, leading to a climactic breakdown. Haunting piano keys introduce the breathtaking climax, which is soon joined by gorgeous chords and a suspenseful buildup, ultimately making way for an electrifying drop. Like its predecessor in the EP, Purple Skies elicits profound existential contemplations from the listener, while also offering plenty of rhythmic fuel for the clubs.

Stream / Download

Luminosity [Silk Music]

Enigmatic producer Waxwood has a genuinely global outlook. Born in Russia, resident in Brooklyn, he can often be found jetting off to far-flung parts of the World in order to make field recordings and immerse himself in different musical cultures. 

soundcloud.com/waxwood

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Waxwood - Tirta EP

My challenge to myself for this track was to write a song with lyrics that were not about how difficult it is to write a song with lyrics. The trick turned out to be not to overthink things; I dashed these lines out in magic marker on the back of one of my daughter's drawings in about ten minutes. They're not exactly Dylan-caliber material, but they got the job done. And nasty organ organ patches are just as fun to play as ever.

Make My Move

June Bug 2021, week 2
---
The prompt for the week was "write something in an uncommon time signature", I decided to go for 13/8.

I had dabbled with a Rhodes patch at the end of the previous week's track (Adverb), and decided to lean all the way into it for this track. There's something about a dirty, funky organ that's unusually satisfying to write for; it's like there's no such thing as a wrong note.

Eichhoernchen

The was the first track from this album that I started writing (in June of 2018, on a plane home from Canada), and the last one I finished. I was listening to a lot of Malmen (malmenmusic.bandcamp.com) at the time, and wanted to try writing some cheesy fakebit pop.

The lead synth here is based on a preset patch in reason called "NintenDONT", which I love to bits. My natural inclination is to use it absolutely everywhere, but instead I gave it this one track in which to shine.

Pulsive

June Bug 2021, week 1
---
I was going for an Ulrich Schnauss-y sort of vibe, bouncing and shuffling along through entirely too much reverb. I enlisted my kids to help with the last verse.

Adverb

June Bug 2020, week 1
---
This was the first original song I'd written (and finished) in several years; I had a LOT of ground I wanted to cover, and ended up cramming maybe 3-4 songs worth ideas into this one track. I was pleasantly surprised that it all fit together as well as it did.

Zircon's "The End" (zirconstudios.bandcamp.com/track/the-end) was my guiding light for the overall song structure.

Staccato

Mjolnir - Just A Boy EP

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1. ‘Just A Boy (JBAG dub) FREE DOWNLOAD - UNRELEASED (5'55) 
2. ‘Just A Boy (JBAG remix)’ (6’02) 
3. ‘Just A Boy (Mannequine remix)’ (6’01) 
4. ‘Just A Boy (Pat Lok remix)’ (6’10) 
5. ‘Just A Boy (Castletics remix)’ (5’15)

Early DJ support from Punks Jump Up, ATTAR!, Larry Tee, Kamp!, Rob da Bank, Softwar, Anoraak, Lou Teti, Tronik Youth, Lancelot, The Penelopes, P A U L I E, Danny Ashden (The C90s/Earl Grey), Johan Agebjorn (Sally Shapiro), Pherotone, Last Robots…

As the saying goes, it’s not where you’re from but where you’re at, as Continental’s 
painstakingly been demonstrating these last two years putting out singles from like-minded musicians across the globe (London, Paris, Sydney, Osaka, Toronto, Ghent, Zurich etc). This time, for its 14th release, Jerry Bouthier’s imprint is jetting off to Jakarta, Indonesia, to hook up with local electrodisco heroes: Mjolnir. Spell M-J-O-L-N-I-R, which means the hammer of Thor, heard as thunder by humans!

Inspired by European synth pop, Mjolnir, the brainchild of Nara Anindyaguna and Catra Adhiwardana, dub their sound ‘dark disco funk’. The pair’s been getting steady, growing love from the best blogs out there thanks to winning melodies, skilled musicianship and a fresh - not so quite easy to pigeon-hole - approach that’s seen them remix The Chemical Brothers, Chromeo and more.

The EP contains four brand new reinterpretations taking the gorgeous ‘Just A Boy’ to new heights. JBAG aka Continental bosses Jerry Bouthier and Andrea Gorgerino could not resist giving it a glam make-over that’s both nostalgic and uplifting at the same time. Fresh from their debut “Bombay Night Story”, Continental’s last release, Switzerland’s Mannequine deliver an ambitious re-rub that climaxes with housey pianos. Next, Vancouver-based rising producer Pat Lok gets rough and funky without losing the soulful gist of the original composition. Finally Helsinki’s Castletics combines robodisco groove and timeless euro flavours.

Follow MJOLNIR 
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Released by: Continental records 
Release/catalogue number: CONT014 
Release date: Mar 17, 2014 

Just a Boy - EP

Just a Boy (JBAG Remix)

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Mjolnir - Just A Boy (JBAG dub) FREE DOWNLOAD

Mjolnir - Just A Boy EP

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1. ‘Just A Boy (JBAG dub) FREE DOWNLOAD (5'55)
2. ‘Just A Boy (JBAG remix)’ (6’02)
3. ‘Just A Boy (Mannequine remix)’ (6’01)
4. ‘Just A Boy (Pat Lok remix)’ (6’10)
5. ‘Just A Boy (Castletics remix)’ (5’15)

Early DJ support from Punks Jump Up,  ATTAR!, Larry Tee, Kamp!, Rob da Bank, Softwar, Anoraak, Lou Teti, Tronik Youth, Lancelot, The Penelopes, P A U L I E, Danny Ashden (The C90s/Earl Grey), Johan Agebjorn (Sally Shapiro), Pherotone, Last Robots…

As the saying goes, it’s not where you’re from but where you’re at, as Continental’s
painstakingly been demonstrating these last two years putting out singles from like-minded musicians across the globe (London, Paris, Sydney, Osaka, Toronto, Ghent, Zurich etc). This time, for its 14th release, Jerry Bouthier’s imprint is jetting off to Jakarta, Indonesia, to hook up with local electrodisco heroes: Mjolnir. Spell M-J-O-L-N-I-R, which means the hammer of Thor, heard as thunder by humans!

Inspired by European synth pop, Mjolnir, the brainchild of Nara Anindyaguna and Catra Adhiwardana, dub their sound ‘dark disco funk’. The pair’s been getting steady, growing love from the best blogs out there thanks to winning melodies, skilled musicianship and a fresh - not so quite easy to pigeon-hole - approach that’s seen them remix The Chemical Brothers, Chromeo and more.

The EP contains four brand new reinterpretations taking the gorgeous ‘Just A Boy’ to new heights. JBAG aka Continental bosses Jerry Bouthier and Andrea Gorgerino could not resist giving it a glam make-over that’s both nostalgic and uplifting at the same time. Fresh from their debut “Bombay Night Story”, Continental’s last release, Switzerland’s Mannequine deliver an ambitious re-rub that climaxes with housey pianos. Next, Vancouver-based rising producer Pat Lok gets rough and funky without losing the soulful gist of the original composition. Finally Helsinki’s Castletics combines robodisco groove and timeless euro flavours.

Follow MJOLNIR
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Mjolnir - Just A Boy (JBAG remix) excerpt

Just a Boy (Mannequine Remix)

Mjolnir - Just A Boy (Mannequine remix) excerpt

Just a Boy (Pat Lok Remix)

Mjolnir - Just A Boy (Pat Lok remix) excerpt

Just a Boy (Castletics Remix)

Mjolnir - Just A Boy (Castletics remix) excerpt

Vince (aka. Electrypnose) holds a special place among my favorite artists in the Psy community. His creations consistently carry a unique and exceptional quality. Our connection deepened when he began releasing his slower Tech-style music through my label, Digital Structures, around 6-7 years ago. 
In 2021, while I was deeply immersed in the creation of my album, I approached Vince with the proposal of a joint venture. Vince shared an impressive track with meticulously crafted analog recordings, including a captivating Moog sequence that distinctly echoed the classic Perfect Stranger sound - it became the beating heart of this mesmerizing joint venture. 
Collaborating remotely between two busy artists can be time-consuming. I had to strategize how my contributions would meld with the track, create my sections, and then send them back to Vince. Similarly, he needed to find the right moments to continue the collaborative exchange. During this intricate process, I worked diligently to align the track's essence with the sonic theme of my album, and the transformation of the track into its current form spanned approximately a year and a half. Despite the challenges of remote collaboration, the outcome promises a sonic adventure like no other. And while it might not sound like your typical Electrypnose track, Vince's unique artistic signature shines through.
(And stay tuned because an Electrypnose version is in the works too!)

Desire to Go Higher

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& Electrypnose - Desire To Go Higher (Original Mix)

'Koltun' stands as a fascinating chapter in the story of Perfect Stranger's album, "Broadcasting & Receiving." Originating around 2010-2011, 'Koltun,' Russian for "Hair Knot," was initially a tribute to Guess Who's 'Song.' However, creating a composition with multiple key changes and count shifts proved ambitious given dancefloor demands. To make it more manageable, I retained the bassline groove and key changes, omitting the original samples for its debut.

In the autumn of 2022, while attending Ziohm Festival in Brazil, a melody in Captain Hook's set jogged my memory. At first, I couldn't locate what it reminded me of but eventually, it came to me that It resembled good old 'Koltun.' Upon this realization, I decided to revive the track, modernizing its sound while retaining its essence. Initially intended for live performances, the rejuvenated version evolved over time. I incorporated elements like an Egyptian band and a violin solo, accompanied by vocal fragments and singing. I also experimented with increasing the tempo, making it adaptable for Perfect Stranger sets. However, the vocal accompaniment was eventually removed, and the composition underwent refinements, including a dynamic snare roll.

More Perfect Stranger : 

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Perfectly Strange mixes: http://www.mixcloud.com/PerfectlyStrange
Perfectly Strange videos:   https://www.youtube.com/@PerfectStrangerDJ
Perfectly Strange tweets: https://twitter.com/PerfectBLT
Perfectly Strange Spoti Fy: https://bit.ly/PSSpoti
Perfectly Strange music: http://www.beatport.com/artist/perfect-stranger/7166

Koltun (Second Return)

"Manifestation" stands out due to its recognizable elements: the infectious "Right Here, Right Now" sample, memorable melodies, and a repeating four-time 1-semitone note progression spanning 8 minutes. Unlike other well-known tracks in my Perfectly Strange discography, which have undergone multiple remixes, "Manifestation" had been reimagined only once by the duo Shanti & Deedrah. Although their version was commendable, my attachment remained with the original. This conviction led me to propose revitalizing the track to Liran Elkayam aka Sphera.

Our collaboration began in the summer of 2020, during a time when artists were primarily confined to their studios. After sharing the remix files, we encountered a creative block—a common challenge in the artistic process. Identifying and removing the problematic element, in our case, a bass pattern, proved crucial. The breakthrough came when I suggested transforming the ascending lead pattern into the bassline, an unconventional move in Psy Trance. Liran executed this idea impeccably, infusing new life into our work.

Yet, a feeling of incompleteness persisted. Liran introduced a transformative transposition of the bassline, inspired by a sample speech. This innovation elevated "Manifestation" from a good remix to an artistic statement, embracing elements of Acid House, psychedelic allure, moans, piano stabs, quirky riffs, synth growls, and a persistent groove. The piece concluded with the resonant Manifestation speech, culminating in the iconic "Right Here, Right Now." Thus, another piece of "Visionary Trance" came into existence.

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Perfectly Strange mixes: http://www.mixcloud.com/PerfectlyStrange
Perfectly Strange videos:   https://www.youtube.com/@PerfectStrangerDJ
Perfectly Strange tweets: https://twitter.com/PerfectBLT
Perfectly Strange Spoti Fy: https://bit.ly/PSSpoti
Perfectly Strange music: http://www.beatport.com/artist/perfect-stranger/7166

Manifestation (Perfect Stranger & Sphera Remix)

In my creative journey as a producer, my fascination with unconventional sounds remains constant. I'm captivated by peculiar noise sequences and odd sonic phenomena that, when listened to carefully, craft their own narratives, forming organic grooves and unexpected melodies. My composition, "In The Creek," is a testament to this approach, with 90% of its foundation built on these enigmatic sonic explorations.

My music creation approach might be termed "sloppy," but for me, it is not necessarily a negative situation. I find joy in the raw, unrefined edges of my productions. I embrace the idea of elements slightly off the rhythmic grid, creating polyrhythms that infuse dancefloor experiences with delightful spontaneity. However, there's a delicate balance; too much can lead to chaos. Crafting a coherent piece from diverse noises requires meticulous attention, ensuring each component propels the track forward while maintaining cohesion. This contrasts with crafting melodic pieces rooted in discernible themes.


More Perfect Stranger : 

Perfectly Strange BandCamp: https://perfectlystrange.bandcamp.com/
Perfectly Strange sounds: http://soundcloud.com/perfect-stranger
Perfectly Strange stuff: http://www.facebook.com/perfectlystrange
Perfectly Strange mixes: http://www.mixcloud.com/PerfectlyStrange
Perfectly Strange videos:   https://www.youtube.com/@PerfectStrangerDJ
Perfectly Strange tweets: https://twitter.com/PerfectBLT
Perfectly Strange Spoti Fy: https://bit.ly/PSSpoti
Perfectly Strange music: http://www.beatport.com/artist/perfect-stranger/7166

In The Creek (Original Mix)

I started working on this track in May 2019, amidst a creatively challenging phase in my life. Balancing parenthood and frequent international gigs left me overwhelmed, questioning my musical abilities compared to my past work like the Free Cloud album from 2007. The project faced hiatuses, notably during the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in March 2020, but was finally completed in September 2021. During this time, I revamped my studio setup, transitioning to new speakers from Amphion, a process that took years to fully refine.

The track's inspiration stemmed from a blend of emotions, including a desire to prove my creative prowess after a solo track hiatus since 2014. Using Arturia's Buchla synth emulation for the track's bassline, even though it is known for its instability, infused the composition with an unpredictable energy. In 2020, I crafted the track, integrating a poignant speech from Abraham Hicks, which defined the piece as what I call "Inspiring/Visionary Progressive Trance." This sample, discovered during my wife's kitchen sessions, marked the inception of the track's journey within my album, "Broadcasting & Receiving."

More Perfect Stranger : 

Perfectly Strange BandCamp: https://perfectlystrange.bandcamp.com/
Perfectly Strange sounds: http://soundcloud.com/perfect-stranger
Perfectly Strange stuff: http://www.facebook.com/perfectlystrange
Perfectly Strange mixes: http://www.mixcloud.com/PerfectlyStrange
Perfectly Strange videos:   https://www.youtube.com/@PerfectStrangerDJ
Perfectly Strange tweets: https://twitter.com/PerfectBLT
Perfectly Strange Spoti Fy: https://bit.ly/PSSpoti
Perfectly Strange music: http://www.beatport.com/artist/perfect-stranger/7166

Broadcasting & Receiving (Original Mix)

Luminosity

Purple Skies

Andromedha - Purple Skies

Available for pre-order now on https://soundcloud.com/wanderlustmusica
Featuring https://soundcloud.com/waxwood

A self proclaimed Jedi, nomad musician and nature enthusiast, Waxwood makes an anticipated debut for Wanderlust Musica. Defined as "a strong, innate desire to rove or travel about,” the Estray owned record label already sounds like a perfect match for the Russian born, Brooklyn bound creator! The debut title track, Tirta, is a tender, futuristic ballad that surely utilizes cultural inspiration from his sporadic world travels.

Premiere: Waxwood - Tirta [Wanderlust Musica]

Waxwood - Vera

Aaron Olson - Empathy (Edit)

Aaron Olson - Empathy (Electro Trance Edit)

1 ZPH - Popshit (CLIP)

2 Matias Valdmont - Egun (CLIP)

3 OCH - Sohisticated Animated (CLIP)

4 Boo Williams - Peaking Point (CLIP)

5 Ivel Tax - The Church (CLIP)

STREAM/DOWNLOAD

Richter x Gracie Van Brunt - In The Dark (Rene LaVice Radio1 27/07/2020)

Richter x Gracie Van Brunt - In The Dark

🎶 RNX & Andromedha - Afterstorm is out now on Pure Trance: https://pure.complete.me/afterstorm

International DJ and producer, host of Progressions Radio and seasonal resident of Monstercat Silk Showcase. Producing music since 2012, his goal and dream was to be able to showcase the music he loves to the people in the clubs and that dream materialized in 2014 during his DJ debut during JOOF Editions in Warsaw, Poland alongside John 00 Fleming. Since then, Dozens of original productions and remixes under Polish artist belt both supported by wide variety of DJs around the globe (including Above & Beyond's Group Therapy, Markus Schulz's Global DJ Broadcast or Paul van Dyk's Vonyc Sessions to name a few) and regularly charting on Beatport Trance and Progressive House combined with an own style of building up, storytelling and creating a special kind of emotional connection with clubbers when behind the decks have brought him to play at some iconic festivals and venues like Luminosity Beach Festival, Amsterdam Dance Event, Summerlake Festival, club Progresja in Warsaw, club Panama in Amsterdam as well as to take over the guest mix duties on some famous trance radio shows like John 00 Fleming's Global Trance Grooves (2016) and Jaytech's Jaytech Music Podcast (2018). 2017 and 2018 saw him as the finalist in the DJ competitions organised by well renowned electronic dance music brands: first Tomorrowland and then Anjunabeats, adding an appearance in Pure Trance Radio 100 celebrations and Pure Trance 6 compilation with his own "Why We Fall" to the list of his career highlights. 
The expectations for 2019 were set high and continued studio work along with DJ skills and #progressionsfamily community building resulted in 4th appearance at Luminosity Beach Festival followed by first ever meet up with a broader group of people sharing the same passion for the sounds of progressions after his set. Few months after this, the DJ from Krakow marked an impressive appearance on the milestone Pure Trance Radio 200 Expanded, inviting listeners to take a deep dive into his carefully crafted and flawless 4-hour set which followed the main event hosted by Solarstone in the famous ASOT studio in Amsterdam. Adding remix of the legendary Airwave & Armin van Buuren's track "Sunspot" (Bonzai Progressive), a critically acclaimed vocal track with Sweden's own Linnea Schossow "Cast A Spell On Me" (Elliptical Sun Recordings) which received 300+ entries in the remix contest hosted by the label and the artists themselves and making a debut on Colorize with an equally impressive contributions to a brand new compilation series called "Colorscapes Vol. 01" amongst many other highlights, Andromedha managed to keep the momentum from previous years going. Speaking of momentum, since 2016, he also appeared on every milestone Silk Music Showcase and Only Silk compilation becoming one of the core artists of the label that keeps defining intelligent and emotional electronic music. 
Despite the global domination of streaming platforms in the world of electronic music, Andromedha's tracks have been also released on CDs and vinyls which proves that hard work and consistency pay off. Not only his productions have been signed by some of the finest trance labels of now - Solarstone's Pure Trance, Aly & Fila's Future Sound of Egypt, Colorize (Enhanced Music) or Silk Music - but they have also caught attention of the people behind legendary imprints with 20+ years of history like Bonzai Progressive, JOOF Recordings and Planet Love Records, adding up to an impressive catalogue of the Krakow-based DJ and producer.

Los Angeles-based record label founded in 2008 -- home of the best progressive house, chillout, and melodic electronic music. Proudly part of the Monstercat family.
 
🎇”Emotions Into Sound.”
 
We believe in the therapeutic power of music, and in forging human connections through electronic soundscapes.

Arkitekt is a forward-thinking label and club night, providing a platform to
showcase our take on the best established and upcoming DJs and producers.

Focusing on the subterranean strains of house and techno, our musical
mandate is to support the cutting edge of contemporary dance music
and it's protagonists; hopefully making a contribution to the 
ever-evolving face of electronic music along the way.

Label contact - louis@listen.dj
Press contact - johnny@echoempire.net / ben@echoempire.net

Mostly, I write game engine code.  Sometimes, I write music.

STARTED AS A DJ, RECORD PRODUCER AND REMIXER IN MY HOMETOWN, BREDA. ULTIMATELY VOTED THE WORLD'S NUMBER ONE DJ ON DJ MAG IN 2013 AND AGAIN IN 2014. NOW A MUSICAL CREATIVE FOLLOWING MY OWN PATH, BACK FOR MORE.

#REBELSNEVERDIE

www.djhardwell.com

Wanderlust - a strong desire or urge to wander or travel and explore the world.

Perfect Stranger is the stage name for California-based, Israeli electronic musician Yuli Fershtat. The Perfect Stranger project was created in February 2005 and within 2 years of its debut became critically acclaimed all over the globe. Perfect Stranger ultimately created his own sub-genre in the psychedelic scene by presenting a totally distinctive sound characterized by groovy playful beats and patiently built compositions that often bridge between progressive trance and techno with a presence of tribal and psychedelic elements.

Perfect Stranger has released 3 full artist albums, 3 remix albums, 3 compilations and appears on well over a hundred other releases (compilations, EPs, albums, etc.). He also owns & runs the “Digital Structures” label, where he publishes more tech-orientated sounds under the Yuli Fershtat moniker.

Worldwide booking by FM Booking:

Contact Maor: maor@fm-booking.com

USA booking by Yuli :

Contact Yuli: yulifershtat@gmail.com

YANA Music ~ You Are Not Alone Music 

UK Dancefloor D&B 

Owned & Founded by Toronto Is Broken

Enquiries / Demos / Press: yanamusicuk@gmail.com

"Out of Vancouver, Aaron Olson is known for his versatility ranging from hard trance all the way down to progressive styles. He's garnered the support of Tiesto, Gareth Emery, Ronski Speed, Scooter, Sander Kleinenberg, Markus Schulz, Christopher Lawrence, BK, Scott Attrill, Lisa Lashes, Scot Project, and Organ Donors to name a few. His releases span multiple genres and labels including System, Riot!, Nukleuz, Kung Fu Wax, Global State and more. He has had rave reviews in DJ Mag Canada, Core Magazine, Harderfaster.net, Cluboverload, 128andUp Magazine and has even had an album listed as 'Compilation of the Month' in Mixmag."

--Ben Rameriz, 128 and Up Magazine

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Continental Records - Jerry Bouthier/JBAG's label contact@continentalrecords.co.uk 
For more music: http://jerrybouthier.com - FREE DOWNLOADS of DJ mixes, fashion shows soundtracks, productions, videos...