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ilan Bluestone transforms Tritonal’s “Happy Where We Are”

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Andry Bosk
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ilan Bluestone

London-based producer ilan Bluestone is one of the most consistent names in trance music, with a staggeringly prolific output that has seen him tour the world playing prestigious venues from London’s O2 Academy Brixton to Madison Square Garden in New York City.

Now he puts his spin on Tritonal‘s latest single “Happy Where We Are.” A beloved collaboration with Dylan Matthew and Au5, the Texas duo Tritonal delivered a smash hit with “Happy Where We Are,” and ilan Bluestone‘s remix swaps the dubstep-influence of the original for a striking progressive trance take.

His production is typically first-rate on a remix that is guaranteed to blow you away.

Listen to the track below.

Michael Bibi launches his new label ISO LAT

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Marco Di
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A leading name within global dance music, Michael Bibi’s continual artistic evolution has resulted in a wealth of new material and concepts from the South-London favourite over the past 18 months – most notably his blossoming ISOLATE events series, which has already taken in shows at Warehouse Project, Tobacco Dock and Magazine London, plus international shows across South America.

Up next, the Solid Grooves co-founder rounds out the year with one final announcement as he launches and introduces the record label side of the project, ISO LAT, with the outlet providing a new home for a long list of heavily-requested, unreleased Michael Bibi productions.

ISOLAT 001 – A new chapter.

Michael Bibi ISO LAT

Marking the launch in style, ‘ISOLAT001’ welcomes the warping, off-kilter sonics and iconic samples of ‘Te Amo’, alongside the arrival of playful yet menacing favourite ‘Midnight Lullaby’ to offer up a pair of long-awaited cuts from an artist firmly in the ascendency.

Listen to the tracks below.

Pax and Gorgon City join forces for exlirating new track ‘Alive’

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Metodi Gogovski
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Joining forces to form the ultimate collaboration, one of the industry’s finest duos PAX and Gorgon City get set for exhilarating new single Alive on Gorgon City’s own REALM label.

Continuing to brighten up 2020 with another stellar release schedule this year, PAX maintain momentum from their massive remake of Rui Da Silva’s Touch Me via Nothing Else Matters which scored no.1 on Beatport’s House Chart. Also gracing other tastemaker labels this year including Sola, Adobe and REALM that have received BBC Radio 1 support from Danny Howard and Pete Tong, PAX have also added further Beatport top five spots and 8 million plus streams across all platforms to their name.

Now returning to REALM, PAX’s final release with Gorgon City will see them raise the bar even higher as they close the year out in style. An equally impressive year for Gorgon City, the lads have continued to add to their 1.2 billion global streams and 8 million singles sold with releases like Burning, Nobody and House Arrest alongside Sofi Tukker amassing over 17 million streams combined.

Now returning to their own tastemaker imprint, Alive marks their first release back on REALM following on from euphoric club track Roped In last year.

Making for a heavyweight team, PAX and Gorgon City’s Alive combines soaring harmonies with triumphant pads amongst a haunting vocal. Leading into a drop packed with chunky synth patterns, embroidered melodies and progressive tones, PAX and Gorgon City reinforce their tastemaker authority with this stunning dance anthem.

Listen to the track below.

UNUM Festival returns for 2021

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Alex Gelevski
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Unum Festival is to return to the gorgeous beaches and pine forests of Shenghin on the Albanian Riviera from June 3rd to 7th 2021.

After careful discussions with the Ministry of Tourism and Environment, and the Ministry of Health, all necessary measures will be undertaken to ensure that rapid tests will be offered at the open air festival venue so that you can enjoy world class music in a stunning, sun kissed setting next summer. This makes Albania the first country in the world to approve of testing for social and cultural events.

The advancing technology and accuracy of rapid tests currently allows for results within 10-15 minutes, which is all that would be required to ensure you can enjoy the festival in the way it should be enjoyed. On top of that, vaccines will likely have arrived early next year so that plans for this small, perfectly formed festival are now well underway, all with the support and backing of the Albanian government.

UNUM Festival 2021

In 2019, the close-knit UNUM was a brand new festival that made an immediate mark in its first year because it was a friendly coming together of real music lovers in an amazing region of the world. It played out on the beautiful, organic and natural Albanian Riviera with a world class line-up of house, minimal and techno DJs such as Luciano, Ricardo Villalobos, Butch, Margaret Dygas, Petre Inspirescu, Praslea, Sonja Moonear, Zip and more. Expect more of these cult underground selectors when the full line up is announced soon.

The festival really shined a spotlight on Rana e Hedhun, the last untapped corner of Europe in the town of Shengjin, on the idyllic Albanian coastline. Music played, and will play again, across day and night, with blissful sunrise and sunset parties, water sports, plenty of local culture, food and drink offerings and a music loving crowd from all corners of the world. Beyond the music there is lots to explore in this natural paradise, from isolated bays and gold sand beaches to the Albanian Alps.

Until next June, take care of yourself, family, and friends and save your energy for what will be some seriously good vibes for Unum 2021.

Richie Hawtin releases his first dance-floor oriented EP ‘Time Warps’

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Metodi Gogovski
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Legendary Techno DJ and producer, Richie Hawtin releases ‘Time Warps’, his first dancefloor focused EP since ‘Minus Orange’ in 1999. This is the first release on a new extension of Hawtin’s iconic Plus 8 label, From Our Minds (FOM1).

Few can match Richie Hawtin’s contribution to techno over the last three decades. A restless pioneer, the Canadian artist’s importance as a producer, which includes music made under aliases like Plastikman and F.U.S.E, is matched by his influence as a curator for iconic labels like M_nus, Plus 8 and Probe.

Now, through a pair of brand new, long-form club tracks, recorded in lockdown and boasting a combined length of over 30 minutes, ‘Time Warps’ channels the blurred, stretched perception of time that has been so characteristic of life in 2020.

With constantly evolving, precision engineered loops delivered at a pulse-raising tempo, patient pacing and a seamless yet unpredictable progression, the title track is a lesson in building the kind of mesmeric dancefloor moments synonymous with the producer’s name.

The alternative mix ‘Time Stands Still’ takes a radically different approach, with stretches of ominous ambience that manage to slowly dial up rather than suppress the tension, deferring release until the perfect moment. A statement of intent on a new imprint, and a long-awaited return.

Hawtin and long-time collaborator Barbara Klein worked together to create a full-length video portrait to capture the atmosphere and feelings of the main track ‘Time Warps’.

The vinyl edition coming out 1 week later is manufactured by ​Deepgrooves Vinyl Pressing Plant​ using recycled vinyl, 100% recycled 250gsm cardboard with plant based inks.

Here’s what Richie Hawtin had to say:

“After thirty years in the music industry and with the state of the planet, I believe we need to consider the environmental impact of petroleum based music formats. I’m still committed to releasing a limited edition vinyl for those who choose to enjoy their music using this format, however, I believe that our community needs to be more sensitive with their vinyl strategy.

Going forward we need to consider all aspects of our physical releases, including packaging, using recycled products and working together with manufacturers who take this subject seriously.”

Hawtin and long-time collaborator Barbara Klein worked together to create a full-length video portrait to capture the atmosphere and feelings of the main track ‘Time Warps’.

Wankelmut releases ‘Sunset’ with Kygo collaborator Andrew Jackson

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Alex Gelevski
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Wankelmut

Berlin-based musician Wankelmut is back on the release radar with ‘Sunset’, the multifaceted DJ/producer’s highly-anticipated eighth original production of the new decade featuring harmonious vocals from Los Angeles-based, London native Andrew Jackson.

The latest to come from the dynamically innovative trailblazer directly follows he and German singer/songwriter Anna Leyne’s collaborative late October-released Toolroom single ‘Free At Last’. Out now on Universal Music, ‘Sunset’ is available to stream across all platforms.

The nearly three-minute musical endeavor immediately kicks off with brooding, larger-than-life soundscapes alongside a pitched-down, textured vocal cut courtesy of L.A.-based talent Andrew Jackson. Infectiously propulsive basslines quickly enter the space, accompanied by a catchy, four-on-the-floor beat.

The propelling rhythm carries the upbeat track’s high-octane energy throughout its entirety, leaving the listener with a want for even more sonic magic from both Wankelmut and Jackson by its end.

Jacob Dilssner, known as Wanklemut, is a well-established, Beatport chart-topping German creative force who’s been actively releasing his own unique signature brand of electronic dance music for well over seven years.

His highly-successful Gold and Platinum-awarded remix of Israeli musician Asaf Avidan’s ‘One Day / Reckoning Song’ marked his first foray into the scene in the summer of 2012. The following year, the release of he and Australian singer/songwriter Emma Louise’s collaborative track ‘My Head is a Jungle’ marked another pivotal point for the artist, hitting the Top 20 charts all over Europe, as well as receiving a 2014 remix from Detroit house legend MK.

Over time, Dilssner’s impressively cultivated a mass following with releases on venerated labels such as Britain’s Defected Records, Mark Knight’s Toolroom Records, Above & Beyond’s Anjunadeep, and Ultra Records, to name a few. He also boasts 1.9 million monthly listeners that tune in each month to his music via Spotify, in addition to a monthly radio program via Germany’s largest station, WDR 1Live, that’s been broadcasting for nearly four years.

‘My new single ‘Sunset’ marks my first-ever collaboration with the great singer Andrew Jackson. When I first heard his voice it was obvious to me that we must collaborate. In the end, we got a serious house music banger with all aspects of a big tune for 2021’ – Wankelmut

Andrew Jackson is a budding British singer/songwriter who’s worked with plenty of talented musicians over the years. His collaboration with Kygo for their 2017 hit track ‘Cruise’ was a milestone for the musician and was featured in the soundtrack for the movie Fifty Shades Darker.

In all, ‘Sunset’ is a true gem of a track, and serves as another exhilarating addition to Wankelmut’s back-catalog.

Listen to the track below.

Carl Cox’s single ‘Pure’ gets remixed by Reinier Zonneveld, Brennen Grey & Collective States

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Marco Di
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Carl Cox

Legendary DJ and producer, Carl Cox is taking another step on his PURE journey with a mesmerizing remix package featuring some of techno’s top underground talents.

Carl‘s original version of PURE was an absolute beast of a tune that never failed to ignite any crowd. Released in March of 2020, and being the first release Carl had put out in over two years, he had this to say about it at the time:

“It’s a real thrill to see the crowd reaction when I drop PURE into the mix. The thing about this one is that it grabs hold with a million techno-tentacles and won’t let go! Even I can’t resist when it comes on!”

Always a champion of the underground, Carl chose three rising talents to provide their unique take on what has already become a techno classic.

Reinier Zonneveld starts the show with a punishing beat that grabs the listener from the first count and continues to build a relentless path toward techno bliss. Peak hour techno right here.

Brennen Grey follows suit with an equally mesmerizing mix that infuses the PURE story with some old-school analog giving rise to longing memories of dusty days on the Playa.

The trifecta mix in the package is provided by Collective States, who unwind the track into its most minimalistic form, ebbing and flowing with a sonic purity that has become his signature sound. This is a track that begs to be played at any sunrise.

Listen to the remixes below.

Loco Dice and Cassian remix Meduza & Dermot Kennedy hit ‘Paradise’

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Metodi Gogovski
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Loco Dice
Loco Dice

The fast rising Australian electronic producer Cassian and dance music icon Loco Dice are set to release their remixes of the undeniable Meduza and Dermot Kennedy chart smash ‘Paradise’.

Led by atmospheric synths and driving drums, Cassian opens proceedings with a melodic take on ‘Paradise‘. Loco Dice then drops a pumping house remix, underpinned by fluttering brass and energetic percussion, crafted with the dancefloor firmly in mind. The revered original has already racked up 27 million Spotify streams since its end-of-October release, also clocking in at #6 in the Apple Music UK charts.

Meduza exploded onto the scene last year with ‘Piece Of Your Heart (ft. Goodboys)‘, a global smash that has clocked up over a billion combined streams since its release and received a Grammy nomination.

The track went diamond, multi-platinum and gold worldwide, including in the UK, selling over 1.2 million units and peaking at #2 in the UK Singles Charts and #1 in the US Dance Charts. This was followed up by the similarly successful ‘Lose Control‘, a collaboration with UK artists Becky Hill and Goodboys, another global, platinum-selling hit, which clocked in at #11 in the UK Singles chart and has amassed more than a billion streams alone.

Hailing from Dublin, Brit Awards nominee Dermot Kennedy first broke through in 2018 with lauded single ‘Power Over Me‘, which has achieved platinum sales in his native Ireland, gold in the UK and has since racked up over 200 million Spotify streams.

The following year saw the release of his debut album Without Fear, a global favourite that hit #1 in both the UK and Ireland, with the Guardian enthusing that he “wears his heart and guts on his sleeve to powerful effect” across the LP. The artist has collectively achieved over 1.5 billion streams across platforms globally, and now makes his first collaboration with the dance music titans.

Sydney-born, LA-based Cassian is the fast-rising DJ and producer who has already supported the likes of Carl Cox, Laurent Garnier, Guy Gerber, MK, Solomun, H.O.S.H and Hot Since 82 to name but a few. He has also been keeping busy in the studio, producing his own music as well as mixing and engineering for Banks, Classixx, Rufus, Miami Horror and Bag Raiders.

One of the most recognisable figures from the world of dance music, Loco Dice has been releasing music since 2002, launching the Desolat imprint five years later. As well as performing at some of the world’s finest clubs and festivals, the Dusseldorf-born artist has also been busy launching his new En Couleur label, where he released music from artists including Detroit legend Eddie Fowlkes.

The ‘Paradise‘ remix package sees two generations of dance music talent inject their own infectious energy into the production process.

Listen to the Loco Dice remix below.

Listen to the Cassian remix below.

Tunnelvisions return to Disco Halal with new EP ‘Gold Teeth’

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Alex Gelevski
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Following the release of the single of the same name, Dutch duo Tunnelvisions return to Disco Halal with new EP ‘Gold Teeth’.

A three-track release, ‘Gold Teeth’ opens with an extended version of the title track, an infectiously feelgood house number, characterised by driving synths, busy percussion and catchy vocals.

Next up, ‘Hyperfocus’ is a slow-burning progressive house cut that unfurls steadily across its six minutes. Closing things out, ‘Heat Wave’ harnesses an old-school house vibe, characterised by deep bass and fluttering percussive elements.

Speaking about the EP, Tunnelvisions says:

“We’re proud to present you our next EP called ‘Gold Teeth’. Three tracks combining our percussional and synthpop influences into something we’re very excited about.”

With an unmistakable ear for imaginative, melodic themes and entrancing rhythms, Tunnelvisions hit the sweet spot by seamlessly fusing worldly influences with analog synthesisers.

A diverse collection of tracks, ‘Gold Teeth’ sees Tunnelvisions skilfully explore various shades and tones on the house music spectrum.

Listen to the tracks below.

Solomun returns with new single ‘Kreatur der Nacht’ featuring Isolation Berlin

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Marco Di
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Solomun

Superstar DJ and producer, Solomun returns with new single ‘Kreatur der Nacht’, featuring German indie-rock outfit Isolation Berlin, out 27th November.

“As a child of the 80s I had wanted to make a track with this special feeling for a long time, one which is playing with the punk and new wave appeal of that time,” Solomun explains. “So I was very happy that the band Isolation Berlin and I got together last year and the track ‘Kreatur der Nacht’ was born.”

Capturing the essence of the cold wave and post-punk sound that dominated mainland Europe throughout the 80s, ‘Kreatur der Nacht‘ combines pounding snares, a cold, metallic bassline and Isolation Berlin‘s aggressive vocals.

The industrial aesthetic is further accentuated by the accompanying official video, shot by Golden Globe-winning director and producer Fatih Akin (Aus dem Nichts, 2017), depicting the protagonist walking into a leather-clad punk crowd while the track plays.

Discussing the music video Faith Akin mentions:

“Mladen (Solomun) mixes his signature contemporary Sound with the New Wave of the early 80s, that also shaped me. Artifacts of this culture repeatedly appear in my work.” He adds: “That’s why it was a huge gift for me to be able to have a go at this epic track, visually and narratively. It is the Solomun just the way I love and cherish him, who gave me the chance to personally express myself here.”

‘Kreatur der Nacht‘ marks the second release on his freshly launched NINL imprint, following on from last month’s ‘Home‘, with both tracks set to feature on his forthcoming album – his first in eleven years – set for release in May 2021.

Born in Bosnia and raised in Hamburg, Solomun has established himself as one of the finest electronic artists on the planet in recent years, winning the DJ Awards accolade for ‘Best International DJ’ multiple times and remixing countless high-profile acts, including Foals, Editors, Lana Del Rey, Paul Kalkbrenner, Jamiroquai, Depeche Mode, Apparat, Jon Hopkins and Leonard Cohen.

Formed in 2012, Isolation Berlin first began turning heads with their debut album ‘Aus den Wolken tropft die Zeit‘ an acclaimed release that was named eighth best German album of the year by music magazine Musikexpress. They have since released one more LP – ‘Vergifte Dich‘ and a string of EPs, singles and collaborations. Isolation Berlin currently work on a new record which is set to be released in 2021.

‘Kreatur der Nacht‘ sees Solomun channel the sound of his youth into something remarkably fresh and invigorating.

Watch the video below.

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