Da Funk- Gated Que EP

One of the veterans in the deep house scene is back with a massive release from 2600 Records! Hailing all the way from Winterthur, Switzerland, Da Funk unleashes his latest five-tracker EP entitled Gated Que containing two original tracks and three remixes from Ivan I & Raygun, Onur Ozman, and Andy Mowat!

Gated Que (Original Mix)
Feel-good track right here! For the first track of the release, we get to hear once again Da Funk's signature bass together with calm atmosphere. Moreover, its perfectly timed cuts and breaks are some of the aspects you have to check out in this track.

Where Is Your Head (Original Mix)
This time around, we get to hear a slightly edgier approach to Da Funk's sound. Darker, heavier, yet still retaining that Da Funk vibe, "Where Is Your Head" is indeed a soundtrack for nocturnal house sessions!

Where Is Your Head (Ivan I & Raygun Remix)
Ivan I and Raygun surprise their listeners with their own remix packed with a massive groovy bassline! Vocal samples supplied in this remix also makes it stand out on its own.

Where Is Your Head (Onur Ozman Deep Remix)
Zürich-based producer also takes one for the team. Onur Ozman hands-over a tech-influenced take on Da Funk's "Where Is Your Head". Aside from which, the brilliantly-composed chords are some of the most salient features of this remix.

Gated Que (Andy Mowat Remix)
Shifting to a more upbeat vibe, Andy Mowat's remix ends the release with its tight rhythm and head-nodding basslines!

Gated Que EP is now available exclusively on Beatport, and will be available worldwide starting September 30,2010. Support this release!

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Andres Cabrera- Lumino

Not far from Nellie Recordings headquarters lives Andres Cabrera— a stunning producer with an ear for razor-edged house sound! Celebrating his debut on Nellie Recordings, Andres releases a two-tracker entitled, “Lumino”, wherein remix duties fall into the hands of fellow-Swedish producer, Niklas Gustavsson!

The original mix of Lumino blasts off with electrifying melodies and stomping kicks— a track that would most likely lead the lights astray during live events. The Niklas Gustavsson Remix, on the other hand, is the rock-solid counterpart of “Lumino”. Packed with energy-pumping basslines, a tranquil climax, and an enlightening breakdown, Niklas Gustavsson’s remix also marks his grand debut on the label!

Nellie Recordings is proud to have released to huge tracks from fellow-Swedish producers. “Lumino” is out today, be sure to support this release!

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Fresh Produce- I Feel You

Max, the man behind the guise, Fresh Produce kicks off his debut release, “I Feel You” on Green Mono Music Studio! It’s all about the house grooves for this man, and his passion for fine house music is painted all over this four-tracker. Moreover, “I Feel You” features an extended mix, a dub mix, and a radio edit from Fresh Produce, while on the other hand, UK-based duo, Coldberg & Repton, takes remix duties for the said release!

“I Feel You” is a melting pot of rock-solid groovy bass, funky melodies, and haunting vocals for the original mix. Fresh Produce’s craft is indeed a must-drop bomb when symptoms of a wicked beach party start to show early on!

Alex Coldberg and Gvidas Zdanavicius (Coldberg & Repton) — add more flavor to the package with their very own remix of “I Feel You”. The duo slips the track to deeper territory through their trance-edged vibes and dark atmosphere.

Green Mono Music Studio warmly welcomes Fresh Produce on the label together with his debut release, “I Feel You”! This release, brought to you by Green Mono Music Studio is out now, so be sure to support it!

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Interview with LABTRACKS

It's all about the big city beats for these guys! Jarkko Saikkonen and Miika Vaartela, the two Finns behind Labtracks, are childhood friends and have been making music for more than eight years now. Their sound, although heavily influenced by the electronic scene frontier, still stays true to what Labtracks is all about-- club-tailored, nocturnal-inspired, and cosmopolitan-shaped.

Greetings Jarkko and Miikka! First of all thanks for making this interview possible! Okay, so let’s begin. How are things these days for Labtracks?

It's all good. Our newest release just came out on Nellie Recordings and even hotter stuff is coming up! We're getting more exposure little by little and enjoying music so it's looking great!

Can you share to us how you guys formed Labtracks? I’m pretty sure there’s an interesting story behind it.

First of all we were born in the ghetto... no, seriously. We started making music back in the day, actually much before the alias "Labtracks". It was all kind of things, not necessarily electronic music (yes we made some hiphop-songs). The name "Labtracks" wasn't created until the beginning of the year 2005. The name doesn't have any special story or background in it, we just figured it out during some session.

As producers, how were you able to come up with the very progressive sound of yours?

At first we were pretty much going along with the Dallas Superstars - style, but that eventually changed when the house / club music trend changed towards this day. But we don’t usually like to do exactly what everyone else does in the progressive house scene. We tend to mix in elements from 80's, trance and french house and combine it to progressive.

When not in the studio or in clubs, what do you enjoy doing?

We obviously like to listen to music. In addition to that we enjoy sports, gaming, computer- and audio - related stuff.

Let’s talk about music once again. Can you guys name your current top 5 tracks?

In no particular order:

1. Empire of the Sun - We Are the People (Jimmy2sox Remix)

2. Labtracks - Broadway (Nights Out Mix)

3. Joonas Hahmo - Brainflush (Original Mix)

4. Supermal - Bigger Than Big (Lifelike Remix)

5. Janet Jackson - Make Me (Moto Blanco Club Remix)

Speaking of artists, who were the producers and musicians who have made a big impact on your career as artists?

There are quite many so here's just some of them: Daft Punk, Alan Braxe, Fred Falke, Dallas Superstars, Pryda, Michael Cassette, Mischa Daniels, Dave Armstrong, Cassius, Dinka, Supermodels From Paris, JS16 and various artists from the 80's.

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If you guys were given a chance to play a show in any place of your choice, where would it be? Also, who among the producers would you invite as a co-DJ in the show?

Some big city would be a great location since our productions usually have that "city night" - theme. Maybe Paris, Berlin or New York. And of course Helsinki. We would probably take some of these guys with us as mentioned above, or some artists with the same kind of style. It doesn't matter that much, since we like so many!

What unique routines do you do prior to or during producing?

Some refreshments like Cola. We take brakes to listen to some other music than our own (but everyone does that!). We tend to produce during the evenings and nights and leave the important parts of mixing for the next day when our ears have had some rest.

What else do your fans need to know about Labtracks?

What you need to know is that we just released some great stuff on Nellie Recordings and our next one is going to be bigger! And the next will be even bigger and so on! So expect great things from us! Other than that there isn't much to say, we let the music speak for ourselves. Oh, we have too many clips of songs that'll never be finished. And the rendering of Space Odyssey 3001 lasted for 7 hours! And we had to do it 3 times! For some unknown reason.

For the last question, what can we expect from you guys in the near future?

Pretty much what we said in the last question. Hopefully we'll get to spin some gigs in the near future. Some collaborations are highly possible (remixes as well of course) since we already have many musical friends and contacts in this scene of house music. Expect some BIG CITY HOUSE from us!

I, Miguel Libre, would like to personally thank you guys— Miikka Vaartela and Jarkko Saikkonen— for this interview! Thanks for your time and effort! I will definitely continue supporting your works. May you guys have an awesome career ahead!

Thanks to you as well. We will continue to support your work!

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Labtracks- Space Odyssey 3001 / Tides

Labtracks just landed on Nellie Recordings! As the latest Finnish bets on Nellie, Jarkko Saikkonen and Miikka Vaartela mark “Space Odyssey 3001 / Tides” as their much-awaited debut. To our surprise, Something Good’s Otto and Karolus also snuck-in a remix for their fellow Finns in this release!

Initiating the launch, “Space Odyssey 3001” comes in with a very levitating and melodic make-up. Daft Punk-inspired electronic guitar solos and high-flying synths also join-in the fun! The second track in the release is Something Good’s own Hypno remix of “Space Odyssey 3001”. Slightly different from their recent productions, Something Good’s Hypo Remix caters groovy chord-play topped with a very heavenly climax!

“Tides”, the last track, gives the release a heightened close courtesy of its bright, upbeat, and progressive sound— one of the styles Labtracks is known for.

“Space Odyssey 3001 / Tides” signals a brighter future for the creative Finns on Nellie Recordings, and the label is honored to simply have them on-board! This release is out today, exclusively from Nellie Recordings!

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D.J. Generous- Wonder Why

Play Digital recently released "Wonder Why", a sun-drenched soundtrack from Russia's very own D.J. Generous! Celebrating a bright career as a sound-smith, Dima Jr. Worcestershire, the man behind the guise D.J. Generous, is indeed one of the figures in the scene who-- through his Ibiza-influenced progressive house sound-- had sealed the gap between European and Russian dance music .

For D.J. G's debut on Play Digital, "Wonder Why" spawns remixes and dubs from three prominent names in the industry: Russia's Vladimir "PROFF" Ershov, Canada's Derek "Dezza" Silvester, and Italy's Emiliano "Emijay" Nencioni and Giacomo "G.o.d.i" Godi, the two guys who make music with the guise, Supernova.

Wonder Why (Original Club Vocal / Dub)

When I first found out that D.J. Generous is a Russian producer, I did not think twice in assuming this release as something worth the positive review.

The original versions of Wonder Why really bring out the true feel-good essence of progressive house from its simple yet upbeat basslines to its smooth-sounding arps. Moreover, if you are a fan of the vocal mix, then I am pretty sure you would agree if I say the vocals effortlessly bring things to the brighter side of sound. Having said these, I personally find "Wonder Why" as one of the best vocal progressive house tracks this year.

Wonder Why (Supernova Mix / Use the Chord Mix)

G.o.d.i. and Emijay also takes two for this release, and the result, an energy-packed deep tech rendition! In the "Supernova Use the Chord Mix", Supernova brings in the smooth arp to their craft.

Wonder Why (PROFF Vocal Mix / Dub)

Progressive house heavyweight, PROFF is back to surprise his listeners once again! He kicks his two versions with his trademark sound plus, of course, a remarkable acoustic guitar solo in the breakdown.

Wonder Why (Dezza Vocal Mix / Dub)

Many say these last two tracks are Dezza's best crafts up to date. I have been following Dezza's works in and out of Dezire Records, and I really have to admit his remixes on "Wonder Why" really bring the best out of him! Really lush and mind-levitating sounds from the man can be heard throughout the song, and the soaring super-pads just gave his tracks a heightened close.

If you enjoyed this release, check out the link below. The guys from Play Digital just gave away a free high-quality version of "Wonder Why"!

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Labtracks- City Heart / Neon

The Finns as mentioned before, are quickly redefining the face of progressive house music. For the past couple of months, we have been visiting various Finnish soundsmiths and their undeniably wonderful crafts! Today, we once again head over to Finnish ground as we check out Labtrack's recent release on Sweet Cherry-- "City Heart / Neon".

Miikka Vaartela and Jarkko Saikkonen, the two proud Finns behind Labtracks were first spotted here on Soundscapes in a review for "Hold On", a vocal progressive house release from fellow-Finnish producers Something Good and vocalist Joanna wherein the duo Labtracks delivered a fresh-sounding remix for the said release. The future for Miikka and Jarkko is bright! More music coming our way soon, but for now, we check out "City Heart" and "Neon".

City Heart (Original Mix)

The title says it all. "City Heart" is one smooth-sailing progressive house track stepping-in as the alpha track of the release. Moreover, with its heartwarming melodies and starry ambiance, "City Heart" is definitely one night city-cruising anthem that always keeps the good vibes flowing!

Neon (Original Mix)

Taking the energy from streets to the clubbing dance-floors, Labtracks brings "Neon" to life! A soundtrack composed of electrifying grooves and Finnish-imprint house synths, "Neon" was designed to heat up idle dance-floors and bring color to grey clubbing nights!

There we have it, two stunning releases from the Finnish duo, Labtracks! There are currently lots of things in the pipeline for Miikka and Jarkko, so be sure to watch out for them!

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Muzzaik feat. Zaida- Work It [Remixes]

Dalmady and Milichovszki are the two guys behind Budapest-based house music project, Muzzaik. They have been working together since 2002, and their tracks have appeared on a number of top-notched labels like Hed Kandi, Ministry of Sound, Toolroom Records, Azuli Records, Spinnin', and Armada Music.

Paying homage to Muzzaik, soulful house producers, N'Dinga Gaba, Dave Mayer, and Ricky Inch each delivers two remixes and instrumentals for the 2006 classic soundtrack with Zaida, "Work It". Moreover, "Work It" is released under Dublife Music and is a Traxsource exclusive release until the 28th of September.

Work It (N'Dinga Gaba Remix / Instrumental)

Opening for the release are the soothing reinterpretations from N'Dinga Gaba. Having a very laid-back atmosphere really brings out the chill-out side of the record.

Work It (Dave Mayer Remix / Instrumental)

After his remix on Dave Strom & Ricky Inch's "I Don't Know", Dave Mayer is back with his hip chord-play and upbeat percussion. Moreover, Dave didn't forget to flawlessly incorporate the original elements of the track: from the sassy trumpet hooks to the guitar solo.

Work It (Ricky Inch Remix / You Got Rhythm Dub)

Of course, where there are groove, soul, and house music, there is Ricky Inch! We once again check out our favorite deep and soulful house artist Ricky as he unveils his takes on this Muzzaik-classic.

Inch starts off his remixes with lively beach-inspired percussions backed with flutes and piano samples. The tracks continue with a wide array of instrumental solos from the different brass instruments, to the fuzzy piano, to the very groovy bassline, and beyond. Ricky Inch's got rhythm, and the man of Estonia closes this release package with two of his undeniably irresistible remixes for "Work It"!

There we have it, Muzzaik's classic, four years later, falls into the hands of three brilliant producers in the scene, and the result-- a fresh set of reinterpretations packed with rhythm, groove, and soulful attitude!

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Tom Fall & Something Good- Reflections

Finnish producers are at it again! We kick off with a magical tune from Tom Fall and Something Good, "Reflections"-- a proud release from Silk Royal Records! Great surprises are also on their way thanks to remixes from A-list producers, Sundriver and Embliss.

Tom Fallenius, aka Tom Fall may be a new name here on Soundscapes, but he is no newbie in the scene. His track, "Cubic"first appeared on the second installment of the Anjunadeep mixed series and was early on released under Jaytech's Anjunadeep:02 Sampler. If you think "Reflections" is Tom's debut appearance on the label, then you are mistaken. He once took remix duties for Mango's highly-acclaimed release, "Good Morning Track" together with top-notched producers, Sunn Jellie and Sundriver.

Something Good, on the other hand, is already a frequent feature here on Soundscapes. We have been closely following Karolus and Otto's releases since their debut appearance on Nellie Recordings. Aside from which, it was in our exclusive interview with SG that we had been given a hint on this huge release with Mr. Fallenius.

Reflections (Original Mix)

According to Something Good's interview in HouseMusicEssentials, "Reflections" is the very first brainchild of the duo, and was created sometime a year ago. In the process, Tom Fall decided to remix the track for SG. After which, the duo realized that the original piece sounded a bit dated that is why after brainstorming for ideas among the three producers, they all decided to make it a collaboration.

As a whole, the track itself is one driving progressive house piece with explosive kicks to it. However, unlike the recent releases from Something Good and Tom Fall, "Reflections" caters a tranquil Asian-like ambiance. Moreover, listen to the piano climax and you will feel the imprinted Something Good vibe. Tom Fall's sound, on the contrary, is quite evident in the arpeggios. Very mind-levitating and climactic, this original version of "Reflections" is indeed a Finnish masterpiece.

Reflections (Sundriver Remix)

Polish producer, Przemyslaw Pawelski takes remix duties for "Reflections" under the guise Sundriver. His sound-- a melting pot of warm atmosphere and mystic progressive trance melodies-- appears once again on Silk. With this, the Sundriver remix is one beautiful piece that would effortlessly appeal to its listener's emotions.

Reflections (Embliss Remix)

For the closing track of the release, we get to hear a fine remix from Tim Brandwijk, aka. Embliss. Like Sundriver, Embliss is also a familiar face on the label.

The Embliss remix kicks off with echoing vocalesque samples, topped off with a laid-back sound and a lush atmosphere-- another quality release from Tim Brandwijk himself!

Always surprising their listeners, Tom Fall and Something Good present "Reflections"! Support this release today!

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