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PREMIERE : Letung - Rhythm Of The Night (Reebok Or Nike Mix)

On Versions, Queralt and Smith’s four tracks have been reimagined by Nandele, Flug 8, GLOK (Steve’s RIDE bandmate Andy Bell) and Nina Walsh, kindred spirits and treasured members of the extended Bytes/Ransom Note family.

And so I walk along the beach, turning my back on a world that’s stopped making sense, and the feeling that maybe sense is the first thing to go; before our civilisation falls, it will stumble through a long delirium, like an old man with Alzheimer’s, before it finally grinds to a halt … I’m trying to turn my back on all that, before me the great unknown, the poetry of the magnificent blue distance … to gaze out at the blue and open myself up to that which is beyond us, to let the blue beyond wash all that away like pebbles in its foam …

Bytes is proud to announce Sun Moon Town Versions, a companion piece to last year’s EP, on which Steve Queralt, bass player of pioneering shoegazers RIDE, joined forces with the writer and film-maker MIchael Smith for a stunning four-track EP featuring Steve’s music and Michael’s spoken-word musings.
 

On Versions, the four tracks have been reimagined by Nandele, Flug 8, GLOK (Steve’s RIDE bandmate Andy Bell) and Nina Walsh, kindred spirits and treasured members of the extended Bytes/Ransom Note family.

Premiering here is the GLOK remix, continuing Andy’s hot streak under his electronic alter-ego, which has seen him deliver stunning remixes for Dot Allison, Maps and A Place to Bury Strangers. For his rework of ‘Chaldean Oracle’, Andy eschews Michael’s vocal almost entirely, transforming the track into a Detroit dub-techno monster that has echoes of Bandulu and Carl Craig in its shimmering melodies, eerie distortion and pounding drums.

As well as these four new remixes, due to popular demand the release also features instrumental versions of the original tracks, with fans keen to hear Steve’s exceptional electronic soundscapes in isolation. It’s out on July 21, available digitally and a limited edition cassette, only available from Bytes Bandcamp.

More Info: https://www.theransomnote.com/music/premieres/premiere-steve-queralt-michael-smith-chaldean-oracle-glok-remix-bytes/

Chaldean Oracle (GLOK remix)

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PREMIERE: Steve Queralt / Michael Smith – Chaldean Oracle (GLOK remix) [Bytes]

Following up on the runaway success of his Dream The Dream compilation, Richard Sen returns with three dance floor focussed interpretations of tracks from the record. 

In his own words: “With the remixes, I took 3 quite different styled tracks, UVX (trance), Bandulu (percussive ambient) and Mind Over Rhythm (progressive breakbeat) and tried to keep the original 90s vibe to them but add my own personality. 

Because there were no separate parts available to use, I had to take samples of audio from the finished originals. I added my own synth sounds and drums where necessary so they became remixes, rather than just edits.”

Dropping just in time for festival season, these variations are undoubtedly going too sound track the summer!

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Richard Sen presents Dream The Dream (Remixes)

Bandulu - 'Amaranth' - Love Lies Bleeding (Richard Sen Remix)

SKIZ - Электрокристалл
Label - @faktura_ural

Release Date: 30/08/2023

♫ Info + Buy ♫ :https://www.sinchi-collective.com/premiere-skiz-electrocrystal-faktura-records/

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Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7sd3nFrzl9itGooHqItGFG

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PREMIERE – SKIZ – Электрокристалл (Faktura)

Birmingham-based artist Emily Jones, also known as Echo Juliet, releases her debut mini-album “Abandon Reality” on October 27th through her label, Invisible IDs.

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Invisible IDs, a mystery to decode, Echo Juliet, with a Red Sun she rode, Through the cosmos, where the music flowed, A whimsical journey, down a creative road.

Invisible IDs, their secrets well-kept, Echo Juliet, never ceased to be adept, With beats and rhythms, she happily leapt, In a world of sound, where dreams were swept.

Red Sun painted skies in hues so bold, Echo Juliet’s melodies, a story to be told, Invisible IDs’ magic, a treasure to behold, A surreal symphony, in this tale of old.
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Raised in Essex, Jones she transitioned from her classical training into the world of the electronic.  A journey, marked by self-doubt, led her to DJing and music production. “Abandon Reality” reflects her escape from societal issues, with tracks like “Red Sun” inspired by her childhood and concerns about climate change.

@echoojuliet @invisible-ids

Red Sun

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PREMIERE: Echo Juliet - Red Sun [Invisible IDs]

Deeper electronic music with a melodic touch”. That’s how Portto describes his works. Never afraid of different sounds in his most present work, trying to combine inspiration from a more psychedelic and deep perspective into house music. Having grown up in his family eclectic combination of Brazilian music, electronic and synth-based 80s music… all which became infused with his own love for both lo-fi and European electronic music, Portto ended up with quite a mixed spectrum of musical influence. The love for music goes beyond the spectrum of mixing tunes, it is the passion for music and creation which makes a good difference for his work. Today, this translates into his music and dj sets where he picks apart and mixes together all the pieces of his different influences in music and life, always trying to connect people together through music.

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PREMIERE : Portto - Lora's Theme

Artist: @witnessprotectionprogram
Track:  U Am I Are
Label: https://soundcloud.com/witnessprotectionprogram
Format: Digital, EP
Release date:29/9/23
YouTube: https://youtu.be/aNF6wYBA3cY

U Am I Are is based around a massive bass line that glides effortlessly upwards and downwards through most of the track and four words/syllables that try to blur the lines that separate us on the dancefloor. The result is a hypnotic and exhilarating journey that invites you to lose yourself in the rhythm.
a hanging from Another Porch is a classic WPP chugger. It blends together a fierce industrial beat with dubby bass lines and sweet and optimistic synth parts that shimmer and sparkle. The track creates a dynamic tension between the harsh and the gentle, the dark and the light, the rough and the smooth.

U Am I Are / Hanging From Another Porch

PREMIERE | Witness Protection Program - U Am I Are [Witness Protection Program] 2023

Varaz - MTHCLS
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Label: Nie Wieder Schlafen (https://soundcloud.com/niewiederschlafen)
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Nie Wieder Schlafen returns with a long overdue comeback and brings back the notorious belgium live artist Varaz with a premium vinyl release in a heartfelt tribute to a dear friend, whose memory inspired the creation of this beautiful work of art.

Varaz gently leads the A side with 2 ambient affairs to build the base of the textured and mindful sounds that is incorporated in this white marbled wax.

The EP's first two tracks, "Agora" and "All I Hear," are sophisticated and textured ambient soundscapes that invite the listener into a contemplative and introspective state. Varaz's deft touch blends ethereal tones with intricate soundscapes, creating a peaceful and tranquil atmosphere.

"Perfume," the third track, is a deep house groover with a sublime bassline rhythm that leads the melody. Gently whispered vocals call out the titular scent, adding an air of mystery and allure to the track.

The B-side of the EP is equally captivating. "Cloud9" is a dreamy and eclectic story that excites with long-lasting pad hits, crisp percussion, and intricate details in the background. The final track, "5tuck in a Loop," is a fun and rolling dancefloor tune with a retro synthy vibe that will leave the listener grooving.

Nie Wieder Schlafen is proud to release this beautiful tribute on a physical medium. We hope it's nuanced soundscapes and intricate melodies will transport the listener to a place of emotional resonance.

Don't miss your chance to own this beautiful work of art, available on August 22th via Bandcamp or digitally on October 2nd via all the usual stores.

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PREMIERE : Varaz - 5tuck In A Loop

Can't Sleep

Hello, I'm Jagiello, a 20-year-old DJ and producer from Mexico. I hope you like my songs. Best regards and have a nice day.


Jagiello - One man

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HAFT, the Iranian duo of Sam Nasehi and Amir Subb, are known for fusing hypnotic synths, deep- rooted pads, and intricate percussion into a sound that bridges traditional textures with modern progressive house. Their debut three-track EP on Balance Music delivers a journey filled with psychedelic undercurrents and shimmering atmospheres that is crafted equally for the dance floor and for deep listening.

The brooding ‘Driftor’ is designed to nudge any DJ set in the right direction. An off-beat bass drives the engine, allowing you to comfortably sit in the pocket of its inviting narrative. Steely drums and percussion form a cohesive frame, while a bag of tasteful effects, samples, and stabs fill the remaining spaces. Once the breakdown hits, in all its subtlety, you know you’re in the hands of professionals. This is essential prog, designed for any occasion.

There is an undercurrent of psychedelia running through ‘Myntal’, hypnotic and consuming. Low- end frequencies double as notes, merging with the bass to create a dizzying effect. Its main-room identity, however, is confirmed by drums that strut forward with propulsive energy. It all points towards a seductive breakdown, its layering teasing a drop that confirms it: this is designed for floors ready to ignite.

Filled with depth, ‘Prism’ shimmers and shakes as synths and stabs perpetually morph. The result is a continuous stream of sonic moments to lose yourself in. Thankfully, the dense bassline and drums bring you back from the edge of hypnosis, filling the space with an elastic energy as buoyant as a trampoline. Then comes the breakdown: bells dissolve into minor-key haze, half beautiful, half surreal: an inviting dream-logic that is hard to deny. 

PREMIERE: HAFT - Driftor (Original Mix) [BALANCE MUSIC]

Ransom Note is an online music, arts and culture magazine. We provide a home for readers and writers with boundless enthusiasm, esoteric knowledge, fierce opinions and impeccable taste.

With our core team immersed in all aspects of dance music, we publish news, articles, and interviews covering the greatest in innovative, underground culture from across the globe. We offer regular, exclusive music and mixtapes from our favourite artists, and publish features shining a light on everything from the freshest new artists to the untold tales from rave history.

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