An old-school intricate mix from techno and trance aficionado BLAND!, DEFCON ONE is a lo-fi and modest to intense original track, blending pure energetic escapism with a slowly evolving industrial landscape of rhythmic hits and warped, playful layers of synth and exploration.
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UK producer Consequential gets the chemistry just right, carving out an old school drum and bass sound but seamlessly intertwining it with delicate modern vocals and a simple, evocative piano chord progression.
All at once meditative and quite breath-taking to experience at volume, Borrtex perfectly captures the excitement, distance, and even danger of Everest, with this divine cinematic composition.
Following the recent release of the explosive new track and accompanying remix for Darkstar, we caught up with the songwriter and frontman of ocellus LUCANUS, to find out more about the music, the inspiration behind it, the style and ambitions that drive things, and plenty more. Here’s the conversation in full. * * * Hey … Continued
Celebrating the unrivalled gift of outright creative confidence and freedom, this collaborative new double vinyl album release Sleep Of Reason brings together the talents of Mark Springer (Rip, Rig and Panic), Neil Tennant (Pet Shop Boys), and the Sacconi Quartet.
Devoted artist and contemplative songwriter NEONITE carves out a lasting space within the modern scene. His five-track EP 2NITE celebrates the unrivalled escapism of dance music in unison with a series of intimate reflections that seek to connect on a profound and moving level.
Conceptual depth, poetic insights, and a melodic but progressive metal core – Hermetic Sage delivers a multi-faceted new album, brought to life with equal parts contemporary programming and heartfelt intentions.
Introducing a high-octane yet pristine debut from Trance and Techno producer MEK – Despegar is an unmistakable melodic dance tune, with a mighty presence that instantly connects.
From smiling, laughing, and connecting with nature, to embracing the simple pleasures of food and daily life, Don’t Forget is a creatively distinct ode to all that makes life wonderful, and it speaks volumes on behalf of the creative intentions of producer and songwriter Bee-Pet.
Songwriter and producer Edmond Bruneau compiles the very best of his lost singles and feature songs from a colourful career. The album Singles and Jingles is a bright and catchy collection of versatile anthems and singalongs, and highlights the strength of songwriting and design that drives everything from the creative Edmond Bruneau corner.
Fighting to continue the embrace of organic creativity – an electronic track both distinct and nostalgic in its fusion of melody and weight – Kaleel Zibe delivers an outright instrumental beast of a track, for Let’s Get Out Of Here.
We hear fragments of anger, gritty reflections and ideas, but otherwise it’s the music that takes precedence – which is actually a brilliant encapsulation of the very concept at hand. The voice of conscience is quiet, taking a backseat over the stylistic requirements of a mainstream audience. “I sold out… I f*cked up…” These words are nearly silent echoes amidst an otherwise celebratory instrumental wave of music.