Long term Seven Hills friend and collaborator Thee J Johanz returns to wax for the third instalment of our original release series. 

This release runs close to the heart for Johanz as it was produced in the wake of his mother’s passing and stands as a profoundly personal eulogy for loved ones passed. Where Goes Your Soul? has all the trademark spiralling synth lines and hypnotic rhythm making that we have come to love in Johanz’s music making. 

The title track of the EP: Where Goes Your Soul? stands alone on the A side but carries more than enough weight to hold its own. Stabbing synths build alongside a subtly haunting vocal, up to an awesome crescendo and intoxicating groove. Kicking off the B side is Two C Bee, an aptly psychedelic mix of soft pads and helical synth arpeggios. The EP closes with an impressive bubbling analogue landscape, Analex. This beat-less masterpiece with a sincerely cinematic feel, rounds things off in style.

A - Where Goes Your Soul?
B1 - Two Cee Bee
B2 - Analex

Mastered by Thee J Johanz
Distributed by Subwax
Artwork by Maria Vorobjova

SHR003 - Thee J Johanz - Where Goes Your Soul?

Artist: Various Artists
Title: Volume 3
Label: We’re Going Deep
Cat No: WGD003
Format: 12” Vinyl

Tracklist: 
A1. Moy – Ouroboros
A2. ReKaB - Summer Dream
B1. Garrett David - Crusin Thru
B2. Moody Waters - Hindsight

A new label, run by an old head, Paul Wise aka Placid is the driving force behind ‘We’re Going Deep’. Known to many who inhabit the realms of underground House and Techno, the imprint sprang to life at the tail end of 2020 from his hugely popular Facebook community under the same banner.

Born out of a lifelong affair with the many shades of deep electronic rhythms, coupled with a thirst for collecting records since 1988, Paul’s mission is all about sharing and releasing new music for the dance floor, front room or even just your headphones. Rather than staying hung up on the past, his reputation for digging into the annals Acid, Electro, Techno, Deep House alongside the odd slice of Downtempo precedes him, as he readies the third WGD volume for release.

Bubbling up with another 4 track EP comprised of cuts from equally brilliant artists, the opening shots are fired on Side A with the unmistakeable sounds of Moy “Ouroboros”. A finely crafted slice of robotic acid funk entices you into the wilds and waves of moody 303 action as machines collide with precision accuracy. Bringing you back to a calmer vision and seas of tranquilty, Rekab aka James Baker’s “Summer Dreams” demonstrates just how blissful ambience and slowing the pace in these testing times can soothe the soul. Leading Side B, fans of Chi-town grooves will not be disappointed with Garrett David’s “Cruisin Through”. A Smart Bar resident and Gramaphone Records employee, he’s no stranger to sumptuous jackin’ edged house jams packed full of bouncing beats. Blending an irresistible rump funking groove to synth-led melodics that build and build, the total sum of these parts will not fail to get you out of your seat. Signing off in style, Moody Waters takes us into hypnotic house territory as low slung beatdown vibes meet mysterious atmospheres and vocal fx, emerging from the haze of that 5am smog that all too often glazes your inner mind.

Various (Moy, Garrett David...) - Volume 3 (WGD003)

An important but left behind album from 1994 originally on the Concrete label and now fully remastered & reissued. 

Three piece Opik, which consisted of Murray Clark, Chris Deverell and Robert Ellerby delivered some of the most bustling, pulsating, instrumental electronic music of the 90’s. Driven along by forceful emotional basslines coupled with melodic synths and the occasional epic vocal sample. Think LFO, think Orbital, think Leftfield, think Underworld and you are nearly there. Music truly ahead of its time.

Label: KMA60 Rezpektiva ‎– REZLP1one
Format: 2 x Vinyl, 12", LP, Album, Limited Edition, 33 ⅓ RPM
Country: Germany
Released: Dec 2021
Genre: Electronic
Style: Progressive House, Ambient, Tech House

Opik

REZLP1one

REZLP1one Opik - Opik LP

Artist: Spin Fidelity
Title: Gravitational Lensing
Label: Magnonic Signals
Cat No: MS006
Format: 12” Vinyl

Tracklist: 
A1. Harbour Lights
A2. Change is Gonna Come
B1. Fall
B2. Midnight Creep

Spin Fidelity returns home to Magnonic Signals with an outstanding solo EP, Gravitational Lensing…

‘Harbour Lights’ (+) opens the EP and instantly grabs you with its elastic bass and soaring synths. Jam packed with the Spin Fidelity signature sound, driving electro and Martian melodies.

Next up is ‘Change Is Gonna Come’ (++) A laid back 4/4 groove that builds and develops into a full on acidic symphony which is sure to please the 303 lovers.

On the flip ‘Fall’ (-) is a descent into emotional robotic funk. Hypnotic and beautiful in equal measures, definitely a track to get lost in!

Last but not least we have the epic ‘Midnight Creep’ (- -) The stuff of dreams or nightmares? Dark and light? The Midnight Creep is lurking. Haunting electro.

Signals are getting stronger…

Spin Fidelity - Gravitational Lensing (MS006)

Our homeboy COLLEGE GROOVE is back with another two stunning tracks on the EP ADARKAR including a remix by EDICKSON MANRIQUE. Brazilian talent College Groove presents two progressive house gems full of groove , Adarkar and Hype Synth, proper do fire the dancefloor. USA producer Edickson Manrique returns to the label with a remix for Adarkar, adding his sound signature full of groove and percussions , creating a powerful version for the track. Listen and Grab now your copy. The Groove is in Your heart !!

Colleg Groove - Hype Synth (Original Mix)

REBIRTH

Understated drama

Griffé is really proud to welcome Ish for its forth release.
The Berlin based producer showcase his skills with 4 tracks and cover a large spectrum from a dark and powerfull vibe to a brighter atmosphere. 
The EP in opening with the aptly named Da3m0ns a track that will spare no one on the dancefloor thanks to his heavy kickdrum and creepy vocals. The A2, Ones-And-Zer0es (ft. Mr. Murray) can be the soundtrack of a futuristic ride in full speed. It contains an acid baseline and beautiful chords.
On the flip, the tone is a bit brighter, A1 3L Ff1n would be for sure very effective for the sunrise when you want to keep the party going ! V1ew-S0urce is closing the EP with a track containing a strong breakbeat and a touch of IDM. With beautifull arpeggios and a very specific voice treatment, this track highlights the versatility and the skills of Ish. This is a producer you have to watch out !

Preorder here : https://grifferec.bandcamp.com/album/k1ll-r1ch-3rr03

K1ll_R1cH_3rr03 EP

Ish - K1ll_R1cH_3rr03 EP (GRFF004)

Stereo Goblin / Native Sun

Bandcamp

Liquid Earth - Native Sun

AC004 - Modus - Super-Kamio EP
A1 - Super-Kamio
B1 - Breeze
B2 - Off the Grid

AC004 - Modus - Super-Kamio EP

Artist: Baby Rollén
Title: Near Future EP
Label: Magic Carpet
Cat No: RIDE02
Format: 12” Vinyl

Tracklist:
A1. Near Future
A2. Untitled (Return Trip)
B1. Dirty Blonde (Filthy Mix)
B2. wys

Catapulting out of killer releases with Gallegos on Holding Hands & Feelings Worldwide, London man about town Baby Rollén takes the reins for up-and-coming label Magic Carpet’s second offering.

Mind altering trips are promised and delivered with warping breakdowns and lucid percussion throughout, Baby Rollén’s signature acid-laced groove transporting us far from the monotony of lockdown life. Watch out for the 100% Certified Naughty™ pumper on the B1... a tease for sunnier times ahead.

Baby Rollén - Near Future EP (RIDE02)

Seven Hills was founded by four close friends hailing from the Steel City. Our ethos is simple: to showcase / release good quality electronic music; from club cuts to abstract ambient mixes, all from a broad spectrum of producers and djs.

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