The Sunset Selection Approved! What a dreamy groove!

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ALLEY156
DANIEL HELMSTEDT Luv / Lee

001 lee
002 lee haen isle of skye remix
003 lee meeting molly & mango remix
004 luv
005 luv djimboh remix

From slate-grey skies and industrial scenery, a Berlin portrait captures Daniel Helmstedt in "Luv / Lee". Majestic piano sequences sweep gently across a melodic landscape coalescing in sonic clouds that shift and transform. Rhythmic foundations criss-cross in regular patterns hewn into the mountainside in sweeping juxtaposition, while glassy synth phrasing glistens on ocean waves. Distorted patterns create a new cadence wrapped in emotive passages that cut through in bristling, sparkling formations.

A returning visitor, Haen reimagines "Lee" through a new lens where the Isle of Skye represents a magnificent sonic vision. Familiar motifs float across rocky percussive outcrops where violin passages permeate the lush verdant landscape and pulsating waves crash against the shoreline in elemental force. Meeting Molly and Mango forge a new friendship where subtle textures and reversed fragments crystalise into new sonic shards. A fluid, ever-changing scenery shimmers in melodic counterpoint and incongruent effects add a touch of intrigue. "Luv" takes a new form courtesy of Djimboh where memorable syncopation creates innovation and aural prowess. Delicate new shapes form a recognisable configuration in the path ahead and subterranean basslines emerge from the depths of the earth to steer a new route across the mountainside.

ALLEY156 Luv / Lee

ALLEY156 DANIEL HELMSTEDT Luv / Lee

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DANIEL HELMSTEDT Luv (Djimboh Remix)

LEGATO - And Still, I Rise [TOR030]
Release Date - 02.18.2022
Stream & Buy - https://xyzlabel.lnk.to/AndStillIRise

As we set forth into the heart of winter, we’re thrilled to welcome LEGATO back to TOR. The Eton Messy regular is waking waves in the international scene with recent offerings on All Day I Dream and Nightcolours, showcasing his distinct indie-leaning sound. The Londoner entered the TOR fold last year in pristine fashion, summoning the sensational I'm Waiting For You on our last Tales of Romance project. Next on the docket is his first full outing on the imprint - the And Still, I Rise EP. 

Commanding the A1 role is Lost Without You, which perfectly summarizes the LEGATO sound we’ve come to love. Chopped and trippy vocals ebb and flow, as sharp percussion keeps the groove alive. A touch of acid enters the fold to melt the mind and ignite dancefloors, while a foundational melancholic melody cuts deep for the home listeners.

The project’s namesake - And Still, I Rise - turns the dial and kicks things into high gear. A punchy drumline greets ominous bass tones to form the underbelly, while fluttering synthetics take care of the high end. A constant riser, the B-side is built for moments of exaltation, and will no doubt catch the ear of global selectors.

Closing out LEGATO’s tantalizing trio is The Dawn Aurora. Lush lo-fi tones bring an easy-flowing groove, while a signature hook sets on rotation to get the feet moving. An emotive ambience is omnipresent, crafting a tune brimming with after-hour potential.

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And Still, I Rise [TOR030]

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LEGATO - The Dawn Aurora [Snippet]

Jupiter - VORA Extended Remix

Ahead of the label party at the Miami Music Week we filled the crate once again with new beats and melodies that are going to heat your dancefloors! Grab them all and add some Sudbeat flavour to your sets!

Sudbeat Showcrates 11

See You

Get Your Copy

SBVA011 | Porra 'See You'

'Ogu Records head honcho Giangi Cappai is back on the boutique label, surprising us with a unconventional electro-dance stunning song, featured again by the voice of Nia Martin...'

Read More: https://whenwedip.com/2022/03/premiere-giangi-cappai/

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Premiere: Giangi Cappai - Better Life (Foby Remix) [OGU Records]

Presenting their second release of the year, Phenomena welcomes label boss Elias Erium back for a new EP. After taking a two-year hiatus, the Canadian artist made a welcome return to the spotlight this year. Projects for Eleatics subsidiary Aletheia Recordings and long-standing Berlin powerhouse Steyoyoke set the stage for the March release of ‘Harvester'. Coming courtesy of Phenomena, the two-track showcase revealed a more hypnotic side of the Canadian’s repertoire, in turn garnering support from underground favourites Mind Against. Continuing on an upwards trajectory, Eilas now lands back on his comfortable home of Phenomena with ‘The Grove’. 

Elias’ capacity for storytelling resonates across the title selection 'The Grove’, as obsessive rhythms and hyperspace arps blanket warm punchy beats and monolithic grooves. The Montreal resident expounds his lavish future vision here, with prophetic drones and haunting pads providing a bridge into a desolate break. Clever co-actions and spirited synth phrasing makes for an intoxicating interlude, one which exudes a prophetic mood, before confidently returning to the groove for a heads down finale.

Continuing on a shadowy monochrome are the wintry qualities of 'Food for Thought'. Full of detail and idiosyncrasies, it's a cerebral voyage where the Canadian flexes his freethinking muscles, landing comfortably between soundscape science and groove-centric rhythms. The inevitable apex of this exploratory excursion mounts with shape-shifting layers and spiralling effects converging across an expansive break, achieving a thoughtful, austere timbre, before a melancholic lead sets the course for a cosmic conclusion. It rounds out an excellent EP from the Phenomena label boss, and preludes more good things to come as we approach the summer season.

The Grove

Elias Erium - The Grove (Original Mix)

Artifacts

Abyss

'Dee Montero is on remix duty for Loew...'

Read More: https://whenwedip.com/2022/09/premiere-dee-montero-loew/

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Premiere: Loew - Just Breathe (Dee Montero Remix) [Futurescope]

Nuvem [Minimal Groove Concept]

Tavra [Minimal Groove Concept]

Citrinitas

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LEGATO - The Dawn Aurora [Snippet]

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