“The only mindset I had was to make myself feel happy by doing what I love to do, and that hasn’t changed. Songwriting truly does that for me. It quickly cures any feelings of being down or stressed.”
Dance
An intensely euphoric ode to the peak of the underground rave years – the ecstasy of the moment reignited through audio escapism.
Two worlds uniting, that of rhythm and dreamy electro-design, and that of haunting tribal vocals that whisper intention and depth – Professor DrSufi unites the catchy and contemplative, for the uniquely melodic and evocative single Ravens In El Dorado.
Swedish producer Mattias Pettersson – Known to the scene as Magmar Internationaell C – the creative unconfined by style but impassioned by all things electronic escapism – released an impressive set of three brand new mixes this past month, and proceeds to raise the bar in every case.
Timeless summer grooves inspired by the historical rhythms of the seventies – and the unmistakable, organic glow of the marimba – Giorgia Baglivo guides with power and possibility, for the perfectly titled Good Vibes.
Brazilian beats and intoxicating melodic flavours to match – The St. Missy EP captures a groove unrivalled at present, from the moment the addictive layers and anthemic presence of RAKÁTA begins to play.
Superb creative production seamlessly unites the familiar and the fresh, through an addictive rhythmic progression and softly soulful fragments of longing. TÂCHES joins forces with Beats Antique legend David Satori, for the intoxicating instrumental embrace of Searching For God.
The indelible David Ratmoko re-emerges to hit with unrivalled impact as ever, for the euphoria and melodically unforgettable new cinematic composition Prelude Four.
Established melodic techno and EDM producer Sarah R Jay, noting hundreds of thousands of streams on her original tracks, makes the anticipated move into singer-songwriter territory, whilst providing an essential voice for the voiceless, with the heartfelt new release Sea Of Sorrow.
That’s the intention of much of Irene’s music and performances, to engage and entertain – to get people dancing, to bring them together. It’s a skill that stands tall throughout her career and recording repertoire, and it continues to inspire and uplift with each new chapter and style.
Classic Pop songwriting at an EDM-ready pace meets with cascading synths and unorthodox traits akin to a more neo-classical realm – Northern Ireland’s Amie Woodhouse brings the sultry hook and floor-filler vibes all at once, with Hypnotic.
Creative film composer Will Bates incites a multitude of emotional reactions, with the infectiously melodic, quirky yet enthralling tones and ventures of The Pirate Album.