Blanche III [XYZ061]
Stream - xyzlabel.lnk.to/BlancheIII

XYZ's signature collection returns in the form of Blanche - an annual series focused on collaborating with many of the artists who will carry the torch in 2023, and shining a refreshed light on their art in the early days of the new year.

From groovy to melodic, percussive to ethereal, Blanche represents the beginning of our explorations 2023's musical landscape. With newcomers and label favorites alike, the six track release continues to harvest XYZ's creative direction as an artist-first label, purveying talented and innovative producers with an insightful story to tell.

Leading the line is a Romanian-bred collaborative project between Bross and VICTHOR. Rich drum rhythms greet a delightful piano melody, as Piece, Peace sets us on our way with a truly beautiful offering.

The Turkish maestro Gadi Mitrani debuts on XYZ with Robot With a Heart. Synthetic tones enter the fold over a hearty hook, igniting the groove on this pearl of a production.

We revisit Erdi Irmak’s instant classic, I Can Find, with a freshly squeezed remix from Montreal’s own Oiseau de nuit & Laure. With a lifelong bond rooted in a shared love of music, this brother-sister pairing brings an after-hour tilt, opening space for rich melancholy.

As a new dawn arrives, we’re thrilled to welcome back Quebec’s Monarke to XYZ. There’s Still Time fosters a progressive sizzler, with swirling soundscapes pushing us deep into the solar system.

Canada’s Tyler Mesa returns to the imprint with a heady heater, showcasing his range and innovation in the studio. Serene Dream is all about the synthetic hook, which ebbs & flows perfectly over a masterful melody. A soon-to-be club classic from Mesa to kick off the year.

Closing out our third edition of Blanche is our beloved Brazileiro - Maty Owl - who provides an instrumental version of his recent remix for Erdi Irmak. Keep ears tuned, as we have lots more Maty Owl material coming in the near future!

Connect with XYZ - linktr.ee/wwd.xyz
Stream releases in full via Spotify: spoti.fi/2uDd07z

Blanche III [XYZ061]

Stream/Download: https://solxyz.lnk.to/outcast

Erdi Irmak debuts on SOL with the sublime ‘Outcast' EP. Irmak's prowess as a master of melodies and groove is well known with numerous appearances on the likes of Tale & Tone, Hoomidaas, XYZ and Where The Heart is.

The ‘Outcast' EP sees the Istanbul native delve deeper into the ambient world. The title track is a richly textured and atmospheric cut. Distant strings and soft synth-work set the scene almost immediately as a hypnotic melodic line rides front and centre. Delicate, emotive keys coat the surface, elevating the track into an irresistibly entrancing experience.

‘Swamp City' takes a darker turn. It conjures up a thrilling atmosphere with wavering synth-work and menacing arpeggiators. The harrowing feel is contrasted impeccably by a light melody that emergences once more with a hypnotic repetition.

Erdi Irmak: 
https://soundcloud.com/erdi-irmak
https://www.instagram.com/erdirmak/

Connect with SOL - https://solxyz.lnk.to/connect
Stream the complete SOL catalog via Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3fNv3wl

Erdi Irmak - Outcast

'Rich Curtis has been at the vanguard of the underground dance scene for over 15 years as DJ, promoter and producer. Now, he makes his debut on Balance Music with the 'Baby Raver' EP featuring a pair of standout remixes coming from a fellow Australian and an Argentinean heavyweight. 

With a portfolio of production credits to rival the most seasoned performer, Rich Curtis’ work for the likes of Cid Inc.’s Replug, John 00 Fleming’s JOOF Recordings and Hernan Cattaneo’s Sudbeat Music is testament to the Australian’s standing within the dance fraternity. Now hitting the heights on Balance Music, 'Baby Raver' is a chunky rhythmic powerhouse that revolves around a tight percussive groove and hefty bass groove, in two variations. A relentless, timeless intensity flows through the 'All Tears Edition' with its liberal sprinkling of stereo-panned effects, pausing for breath at an atmospheric, effects-laden breakdown. Subtle melodic flourishes flow through the 'Dry Face Edition' as gently pulsating pads and eerily evolving soundscapes provide additional layers of intrigue and dancefloor depth. The sublimely captivating 'Two Sides to Every Cockroach' is a beatless gem of emotive phrasing and counterpoint melody that flows easily across its 4-minute duration. Making its mark in the latter stages with a bassline growl, the track shows Rich Curtis as a potent sound designer with a flair for the dramatic film score. 

Jamie Stevens needs little introduction to the Balance Music faithful, along with Selador, Lost & Found and Bedrock have all played host to Jamie’s music while 2022 has already seen a pair of outstanding EPs on Balance through ‘Exatique' and ‘Becoming', with fellow countryman, GMJ. Now returning, the Jamie Stevens remix of 'Baby Raver' is a deep and driving affair that revels in a rolling percussive groove and chest-thumping kick that provides the perfect anchor for its flowing melodic lines. Taking elements from the original and evolving them into unique new passages that make their presence felt at the mid-point breakdown, Stevens’ remix reaches a rousing crescendo in the final movement as rhythm and melody combine to devastating effect. 

The Mike Griego remix is a powerhouse of deep kick and subtly pitched percussive motif. Adding the flowing pads and melodic phrasing from the original creates an almost tribal backdrop that coruscates across the stereo spectrum with ease. Generating a plethora of sonic textures and fizzing effects, delayed-infused vocal cuts and a rippling arpeggio open up at the breakdown before dropping back into the powerful rhythmic collage in a true ‘hands-in-the-air’ moment where all elements combine to devastating effect.'

Follow: @rich-curtis // @balance-series

Rich Curtis - Baby Raver EP (w/ Jamie Stevens & Mike Griego remixes)

Premiere: Rich Curtis - Baby Raver (All Tears Edition) [Balance]

'Remixes on Axonia's EP 'Train to Nowhere''

Follow: @surmillo // @axonia_music // @lyfe-records-label

Premiere: Axonia - Out Of Reach (Surmillo Remix) [LYFE Records]

Blanche III [XYZ061]
Stream - https://xyzlabel.lnk.to/BlancheIII

XYZ's signature collection returns in the form of Blanche - an annual series focused on collaborating with many of the artists who will carry the torch in 2023, and shining a refreshed light on their art in the early days of the new year.

From groovy to melodic, percussive to ethereal, Blanche represents the beginning of our explorations 2023's musical landscape. With newcomers and label favorites alike, the six track release continues to harvest XYZ's creative direction as an artist-first label, purveying talented and innovative producers with an insightful story to tell.

Leading the line is a Romanian-bred collaborative project between Bross and VICTHOR. Rich drum rhythms greet a delightful piano melody, as Piece, Peace sets us on our way with a truly beautiful offering.

The Turkish maestro Gadi Mitrani debuts on XYZ with Robot With a Heart. Synthetic tones enter the fold over a hearty hook, igniting the groove on this pearl of a production.

We revisit Erdi Irmak’s instant classic, I Can Find, with a freshly squeezed remix from Montreal’s own Oiseau de nuit & Laure. With a lifelong bond rooted in a shared love of music, this brother-sister pairing brings an after-hour tilt, opening space for rich melancholy.

As a new dawn arrives, we’re thrilled to welcome back Quebec’s Monarke to XYZ. There’s Still Time fosters a progressive sizzler, with swirling soundscapes pushing us deep into the solar system.

Canada’s Tyler Mesa returns to the imprint with a heady heater, showcasing his range and innovation in the studio. Serene Dream is all about the synthetic hook, which ebbs & flows perfectly over a masterful melody. A soon-to-be club classic from Mesa to kick off the year.

Closing out our third edition of Blanche is our beloved Brazileiro - Maty Owl - who provides an instrumental version of his recent remix for Erdi Irmak. Keep ears tuned, as we have lots more Maty Owl material coming in the near future!

Connect with XYZ - https://linktr.ee/wwd.xyz
Stream releases in full via Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2uDd07z

Stream & Buy

Monarke - There's Still Time [Snippet]

Bross, VICTHOR - Piece, Peace [Snippet]

Gadi Mitrani - Robot With A Heart [Snippet]

Tyler Mesa - Serene Dream [Snippet]

Erdi Irmak Feat. Amega - I Can Find (Maty Owl Instrumental Remix) [Snippet]

The first EP of 2023 in the long running and infamous Seasons series on Manual Music's MNL label is an international affair. Brand new tracks are included by Ashkan Dian (Canada), Kazko (Sri Lanka), Kevin Yair (Argentina), Vitaly Shturm (Russia) and Novak (notsoserious) (Montenegro). 

Progressive house unites, all around the globe!

Buy / Stream

Novak (notsoserious) - Sreca

Amulanga announces the release of 'Miela EP,' a four-track EP from the talented electronic music producer Minnado.'

Follow: @minnado // @amulangamusic

Premiere: Minnado - Miela [Amulanga]

You Touch Me feat. Tomyo

Maty Owl - Astral Friend [TOR039]
Release Date - 02.10.23
Stream - https://xyzlabel.lnk.to/AstralFriend

Brazilian multi-instrumentalist & producer Maty Owl has captured the eyes & ears of global dancers. 2022 was a standout year for Maty, unveiling sensational projects with Saisons and Timeless Moments, plus a tantalizing remix of Erdi Irmak right here on XYZ. We are thrilled to welcome Maty Owl to our TOR with his debut EP on the label - Astral Friend.

On the A-side, White Room opens with crisp percussives and lush landscapes of sound. Afro tones flow seamlessly into the mix, with chopped vocal hooks balanced by pristine piano melodies. A bountiful bassline greets a punchy kick, offering a blissful dancefloor number for the finest of selectors & dancers alike. 

On the flip, Astal Friend welcomes progressive prominence, as effervescent & elongated synthetics capture the imagination. Surging sounds ebb & flow as Owl’s ominous tones ignite the night with afterhours flavors.

Closing out the project is VS, offering a middle ground between it’s two predecessors. Swirling synths rest upon rising melodies, elevating energy to a peak while the bassline goes to work. 

Connect with XYZ - https://linktr.ee/wwd.xyz
Stream releases in full via Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2uDd07z

Connect with Maty Owl
Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/matyowl
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MatyOwl
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/MatyOwl/

Maty Owl - VS [Snippet]

Renascent Act 4 Remixes

Sunrise (Salvador Vinhas Mix)

Max Wexem - Sunrise (Salvador Vinhas Mix)

Shftd [Minimal Groove Concept]

Label by @When-We-Dip. 

Stream releases in full via Spotify - https://spti.fi/WdLXh1U

Demos: demos@whenwedip.com

Gadi Mitrani - Robot With A Heart [Snippet]

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