An electrifying stratosphere of vibrant realms and enchanting tonalities evolves with every breath of Martin Nonstatic’s hand-crafted synthscapes and mind-massaging oscillations, “Ligand” is an ambient downpour of dramatic euphoria.
Dark, yet soulful minimalism is engraved within the atmospheric frequencies that paint its melancholy walls, a downtempo outcry of distant, mechanical pads and dystopian melodies crawling against an auditory horizon.

Written and produced by Martin Van Rossum
Mastered by Vincent Villuis and Vladislav Isaev at Ultimae Studios
Artwork by Arnaud Galoppe and Vincent Villuis
Text by Nick Sumbles

P&C 2017 Ultimae
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Ligand

Parallel Thoughts

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Derived from the Latin “Ultimae Terrae,” meaning “the furthest places,” the name Ultimae reflects a profound theme of exploration. This concept is at the heart of Ultimae Records, an ambient music record label and publisher dedicated to transporting listeners to the outer edges of experience through sound and offering a space for introspection and discovery within the vastness of the mind and beyond.

In 1999, Vincent Villuis and Sandrine Gryson, also known as AES Dana and Mahiane, united over a shared passion for the immersive world of electronic music. This collaboration led to the birth of the label. Initially envisioned as a musical portal, Ultimae’s mission was to explore and disseminate the diverse expressions of Ambient music far and wide through the production of records and the establishment of an online shop.

Over the years, Ultimae has expanded beyond its original scope, evolving into a multifaceted company with sound design, post-production, and mastering studios based in Lyon, France, along with professional services in publishing, music licensing, and synchronization.

Ryn Kalos, a long time music enthusiast, turned to progressive house music production in September of 2023. Their third track and first release, "Reverie,” signed with Dissident Music / EMG as their artist debut. 

Heavily influenced by late 90s progressive house (Noel Sanger, Sasha & Digweed, Hybrid) and many others (Amon Tobin, Aphex Twin, DJ Shadow, etc), Ryn’s sound features lush harmonies and emotional melodies, that are sure to take you on a deep emotional journey.