Frank & Tony – Harmonium EP [SAT029]

Frank & Tony streak back onto the scene with one of their most refined efforts yet, ‘Harmonia’. The title cut is an open­air, sun­drenched euphoric affair. Airy pads and a buoyant bass carry the track effortlessly, and the simple, yet incredibly effective, drum patterning further lightens the tone giving everything the feeling of dancing in a cloud. Slowly, siren­like synths call out, entrancing the listener into eyes-closed revery. The EP closes on an even higher note as the duo take on John Beltran’s classic “Gutaris Breeze (6000km to Amsterdam)” from his 1996 album, ‘Ten Days of Blue’. The boys left the original mostly untouched, only bringing forth the track’s softer elements to the forefront and adding a monstrously driving kick next to a serpentine bassline, transforming the track into a peak­time powerhouse.

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Frank & Tony – Harmonium EP [SAT029]

The Order – Underground Rythmic Project [ML003LP]

The third release of Male Records features “The Order” a studio and live group that shares with “The True Underground Sound Of Rome” the same city and sound. A powerful mix of electronic detroit sounds together with melodic and balearic ambient atmospheres. Still comes as collector’s Album edition of 475 copies only containing the original songs from the rare “The Order EP” from 92 plus two unreleased strong songs: “Quasar” and “Way Back” recorded in the same year and performed only live during the big house event “Night Of Male 92” back in the days. This LP features also Stefano Di Carlo for additional percussions on Long Waves and Leo Young on the mix.

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The Order – Underground Rythmic Project [ML003LP]

VA – From Chicago To Detroit Volume 4 [DOFTD004]

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Another solid EP compiled by Jordan Fields. Check the fresh grooves of K-Starke’s man of the moment Jeremy Williams, Detroit’s Gari Romalis, Serie Limitee’s Monsieur Cedric, Japan’s 99Letters and another special one from Giles Dickerson.

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VA – From Chicago To Detroit Volume 4 [DOFTD004]

John Daly – Paradise b/w Crystal Visions [FE102]

The Feel Music reboot continues with two new tracks from label boss John Daly. Continuing to push his tempo faster, while at the same time producing some of his deepest work yet. “Paradise” has been a live staple for a while, and it has definitely earned its spot on the label, rocking floors all over the place for some time now. “Crystal Visions” on the other side is the kind of deep trip you only get on Feel Music.

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John Daly – Paradise b/w Crystal Visions [FE102]

Ron Trent / Trinidadian Deep – Missing Soul [FVW004]

Two deep atmospheric, spiritual tracks with deep hearted melodies and driving percussion parts. Find Ron Trent’s remix ‘Regard’ on the A side and NYC based producer Trinidadian Deep’s take on ‘Cross My Mind’ on the flip.

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Ron Trent / Trinidadian Deep – Missing Soul [FVW004]

Ron Trent – Boogie Down [MAP005]

Ron Trent brings back the ”Dance Floor Boogie Delites” tag for 2 tasty cuts featuring similar flavors to previous releases on Prescription and Future Vision. The artwork is appropriate as ”Boogie Down” will make you want to break out your rollerskates and ”In The Light” is a nod to early Prince. Out on Ron’s own Music and Power imprint.

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Ron Trent – Boogie Down [MAP005]

Chaos in the CBD – Invisible Spectrum [RS014]

South London favorites Chaos in the CBD come back to Rhythm Section International one year after their breakthrough EP ‘Midnight in Peckham’. The original EP captured a moment in time in a way few songs can manage. It was hailed as a masterpiece, capturing the attention of all who listened, as evidenced by the unquenchable demand for the 12”.

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Chaos in the CBD – Invisible Spectrum [RS014]

Smallpeople & Moomin – Secret Elevator [CLOSER007]

Smallpeople and Moomin are two pillars of the contemporary deep house game, and the Closer label from Germany is the perfect spot for them to unleash their singular beats on. “Lack Of Lighters” is a tightly packed house gem that strays onto a delightful off-kilter mode thanks its wobbling bassline, while “Secret Elevator” is much dubbier and focussed on the low-end.

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Smallpeople & Moomin – Secret Elevator [CLOSER007]

Benjamin Brunn – Plastic Album [3EEPLP201604]

Benjamin Brunn’s follow up to his highly regarded A Sun Life album on Third Ear. The Plastic Album is, like it’s predecessor once again bursting with fat, glistening, gorgeous sounds. Brunn’s sound is instantly recognizable; the Nord Modular synth and Roland 808 which feature on all his performances. Yet, he’s sounding as fresh, as enigmatic and as soulful as ever.

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Benjamin Brunn – Plastic Album [3EEPLP201604]