MNL is back with a new chapter in their infamous Seasons series. This time celebrating the summer with yet again five brand new songs by different artists from all around the globe.

With Chook, Niceshot, Larrosa & Gardoqui, Stae, Audioglider, David Calo all on board you just know this will be a fine compilation of tracks covering the full progressive house spectrum.

Play 'em loud!

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Audioglider - Bokeh Brothers

Esteban Ikasovic is one of those artists which came out of the blue but you see all over the place nowadays. And there's a reason for that of course, because the Argentinian producer is simply very skilled! This time he drops two new originals on Francesco Pico's Magnitude Recordings label, accompanied by a big remix by industry veteran Golan Zocher. Essential stuff for the progressive house community!

Esteban Ikasovic - Broken Drive

RELEASE DATE: 2021-09-24

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Double C

Nicolas Soria - Double C (GastoM Radio Edit) [Stellar Fountain]

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RIC NIELS Roots EP

001 encounter
002 encounter juan deminicis remix
003 kinton
004 kinton weird sounding dude remix
005 roots

Trademark melodies and effortless soundscapes flow through the fingertips of Ric Niels as he displays his true "Roots". Verdant backdrops and rocky outcrops look over vast nature reserves as beautiful melodies glisten in the sultry atmosphere of a new "Encounter". Shimmering motifs and arpeggiated sequences fall in rivulets across "Kinton". Edgy synths and rolling phrases shift in symmetrical patterns against the undulating mountainside, building to a powerful summit of melody and emotion, an explosion echoes in the valley below. Beneath the forest canopy new "Roots" hold a commanding bassline force resonating with raw analogue power Towering overhead, new phrases blossom amongst the treetops in vibrant energy.

An Argentinean maestro forges a mesmerising new "Encounter" that bristles with organic energy and intense beauty. Beautifully animated melodies from Juan Deminicis create an atmosphere that conjures images of birdsong and teeming wildlife. Bristling with vitality, a path into the heart of the jungle is a trip of a lifetime. From the side of the sun, Weird Sounding Dude creates a dazzling new interpretation of "Kinton". Seductive and exquisite, a new aural chemistry creates an alloy of precious sounds that gleam in the dark earth. Reverberated sounds echo into the distance in sonic shards of birdsong while hypnotic melodies hold sway against the quebracho blanco.

ALLEY159 Roots EP

ALLEY159 RIC NIELS Roots EP

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RIC NIELS Encounter (Juan Deminicis Remix)

An artist renowned for his attention to detail and magnificently equipped studio, Petar Dundov has been at the vanguard of the techno genre in all its guises and within the wider canon of Melodic and Progressive House. Already featuring on such esteemed imprints as SCI+TEC, Cocoon Recordings and Sudbeat Music, December 2020's "Salvation / Nature of Nature" EP was a glorious Proton debut. Now following up with another pair of original tracks, "Spark" is redolent in all the trademark features that make Dundov such a respected figure. Through heavy beat, rolling percussive groove and hypnotic bass phrase, sparkling synth motifs gently work across the 9-minute piece in unencumbered fashion. A stripped back breakdown adds further texture and effects before the shimmering melodic sequences take centre stage in the second half. "Day Unseen" provides immediate energy via a syncopated synth motif that provides further intrigue through open filters, modulation and note placement. A clicking, tom-infused percussive groove supplies innovation as a new melody makes its way to the fore and additional strings create a smooth counterpoint to the elements introduced in the first half.

A powerful force withing the house and techno genre movements, BLANCAh, continues to hit the sweet spot with an immaculate blend of melodic components fused to dynamic and powerful dancefloor rhythms. A debut on the renowned Steyoyoke in 2014 signalled the Brazilian's intent as a panoply of original music found its way on to the likes of Lost on You, Sprout and Renaissance Records. The latter bore witness to her debut full-length album in May 2020 with the outstanding "Arias of Sky". Making her Proton Music debut, the BLANCAh remix is a wonderful interpretation that intelligently makes use of Dundov's components while introducing an array of her own production material. The result is a stunning interpretation which bristles with vibrancy as analogue synth lines infused with white-noise, reverb and delay, ripple across the stereo spectrum with ease backed by a chest-thumping kick and elegant percussion.

Regularly seeing his music featured on the likes of Meanwhile, 3rd Avenue and Clinique with a variety of original and remix production material, Imran Khan has shone brightly through 2018's "Arrival" EP on Particles, while August 2019's "Organik" and November's "Sunsweat" EPs continued his story on Proton Music. Remixes for GMJ, Dmitry Molosh and Michael A for the latter, have continued to showcase a burgeoning talent as the UK star now works his magic on "Spark". Characterised by a hefty rhythmic groove and seismic bassline, growling synth lines swim across the stereo spectrum as delayed percussive hits and ticking hats supply hypnotic energy. Evolving with elegance, pads and effects are introduced as pitched variations on the original's central motifs bend and echo into the distance in intriguing fashion. The result is an innovative and dramatic interpretation with its roots firmly in Petar Dundov's "Spark".

A "Spark" of ingenuity sees Petar Dundov light up Proton Music once again aided by iridescent remixes from BLANCAh and Imran Khan.

Directed by Jay Epoch
A&R by James Warren
Mastered by Cid Inc.
Design by Ben Mautner
Text by James Warren

Spark

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Petar Dundov - Spark (Imran Khan Remix)

California based Jake Kaiser has been building up a good reputation with releases on Nora & Pure's Purified Records and Monstercat Silk to name a few. Now we're delighted to have him on board for his MNL debut which features two brand new songs 'Big Lost' and 'Grebe'.

'Big Lost' is a dreamer in the true sense of the word. It's packed with lovely synth melodies and soundscapes whilst the percussion and beats sound fresh and crispy clear. What a lovely tune!

'Grebe' is a more than worthy "b-side". A bit deeper and mysterious with a lovely melodic main theme in combination with a sustained bass synth that really gives it that unique emo touch.

Jake Kaiser - Big Lost

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With the second act of the Organic House series 'Renascent', Cigarette Music presents a large selection of highly talented producers coming from the four corners of the world. Apocrypha (Ar), Gres A, Juanma Sanchez, Maezbi, Pablo Asturizaga, Luciano Elvira & Gaston Martinez, Mazayr, Rich Towers and Jozified Manik got into eight vibrant tracks to deeply animate body and spirit and to make this new release a must have.

Renascent Act. 2

PREMIERE: Juanma Sanchez & Maezbi - Ek Balam [Cigarette Music]

'Label boss return with a new single "604 Diary" and is a piece of pure music. For a remix one of finest producers on a planet Frank Beckers under his solo moniker. Enjoy sun, life and friendship.'

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DJ Zombi - 604 Diary (Incl. Beckers Remix)

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M E R G E

quiet high

Monarke - Edge of Reality EP [XYZ029]
Release Date - 02.12.21
Stream - xyzlabel.lnk.to/EdgeofReality

As we move into the heart of the winter here in Montreal, we are proud to debut another talented Quebecois artist on XYZ - Monarke. Hailing from Quebec City, he has gained international acclaim in recent years as a key figure for Soul Button’s Steyoyoke. Utilizing enveloping energy and ominous melodics, the Canadian’s progressive techno productions effortlessly catch the ear and hook the mind.

The title track, Edge of Reality, takes us to the brink of understanding with swirling stabs and flutter synths. A broken beats eases in and out through an unpredictable arrangement. A complex soundspace, allowing listeners their own interpretations.

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Monarke - Edge Of Reality [Snippet]

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Monarke - Edge Of Reality [Snippet]

When We Dip Records