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Roger Martinez's Higher States opens the new year by welcoming FJL to the label for his debut EP. Hailing from Rosario, the Argentinean artist first emerged in 2020 with a contribution to BC2's ‘Novus' collection, a track which would tip him as a name to watch in the world of progressive house. Further successes would come across the next three calendar years, with key projects via Or Two Strangers, Mango Alley and Sound Avenue highlighting his resume, in turn earning the support of Above & Beyond, Ezequiel Arias, Hernan Cattaneo, Roy Rosenfeld, Khen, Mariano Mellino and Nick Warren, amongst others. With his latest Mango Alley vehicle ‘Fixation' starting the year on a high note, FJL continues on an upwards trajectory with his Higher States debut ‘Forgotten Angels'.

FJL continues to explore his club-effective style on the lead selection ‘Forgotten Angels'. Fluid and energetic throughout, it's a framework of warm kick drums and full basslines which lay the foundation for flashing percussion, and shape shifting atmospheres to create a smooth first act. Emotive key changes flow through the groove, as muted tones and airy gates rise across the main break, adding a cosmic character into the mix and setting the course for a tastefully uplifting finale.

Surveying a darker monochrome is selection two 'Night Creatures' which further cements FJL's dancefloor minded ethos. Its rippling drive is anchored by powerful beats and capsizing bass stabs; nicely accented with a clever co-ax of driving percussion and orbiting effects. A tension-filled break sits at the core of the journey, gently melting down to an array of interplanetary clusters and a thumping peaktime conclusion.

Selection three 'No Return' showcases FJL's repertoire further with a smooth and equally powerful journey. Clocking in at eight minutes in length, the Rosario resident's creative prowess shines once again, as he crafts a lively club cut that is rich in rhythm, groove and atmosphere. Thunderous basslines, hopeful pads and a capsizing swing create a perfect balance of hypnotic energy, before giving way to a mystical break and groove-centric finale that's sure to leave a lasting memory on the dancefloor.

Words by: Mitch Alexander @ Release Promo


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Release date: 2nd of March 2024

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Roger Martinez's Higher States opens the new year by welcoming FJL to the label for his debut EP. Hailing from Rosario, the Argentinean artist first emerged in 2020 with a contribution to BC2's 'Novus' collection, a track which would tip him as a name to watch in the world of progressive house. Further successes would come across the next three calendar years, with key projects via Antrim's Or Two Strangers, Mango's Mango Alley and Madloch's Sound Avenue highlighting his resume, in turn earning the support of Above & Beyond, Ezequiel Arias, Hernan Cattaneo, Roy Rosenfeld, Khen, Mariano Mellino, Nick Warren and Simon Vuarambon, amongst others. With his latest Mango Alley vehicle 'Fixation' starting the year on a high note, FJL continues on an upwards trajectory with his Higher States debut 'Forgotten Angels'.

PREMIERE: FJL - Night Creatures [Higher States]

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No Return

Forgotten Angels

🎧 Release Link → https://go.protonradio.com/r/rl4IzFzDZQ5rc
📀 Label: HIGHER STATES
🗓️ Release date: July 25th, 2025

- Full album includes:

01 Navar - Moon at the Window
02 RIGOONI - When Midnight Comes (Alex O'Rion Remix)
03 Matias Chilano, Berni Turletti - Identity
04 Simos Tagias - Fluxer
05 FJL - No Return
06 Essco - Diva
07 Roger Martinez - Dimensional
08 Roger Martinez - Songlines
09 Montw - Mantle
10 Roger Martinez - Portal
11 Navar - High Noon
12 Amháin - A Drop in the Ocean of Time

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