Addex- Rumble in the Bronx

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It’s a full-force deep house line up for this Pesto Music release, “Rumble in the Bronx” by Romanian producer Addex! For the remixes, expect superb material from Greek producer Ilias Katelanos, Spanish deep-house-legend-in-the-making Alvaro Hylander, and one of the leading female artists in the deep and tech house scene, Nadja Lind.


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The original mix of “Rumble in the Bronx” in terms of its composition is rather straightforward, yet its simplicity allows great emphasis on its irresistible groove brought about by its punchy hats and bouncy bass. Adding more dance-value to this wonderful deep house tune are the vocal snippets and timely placed chords. You may also find the flutes and guitar plucks on top as fascinating as they add an organic feel to the track.


Now on to the remixes, the first in line is the remix by Greek producer Ilias Katelanos. Guaranteed, when listening to an Ilias Katelanos production, it will take you on a bay-side trip by the tranquil mangroves or simply put, a nice warm tropical cruise! Ilias Katelanos perfectly blends his trademark sound with that of Addex’s and comes up with this smooth, warm deep house track.


Next up is the remix from DeepWit Recordings label co-owner, Alvaro Hylander. Alvaro lands heavy four-on-the-floor kicks together with his arsenal of lush, glowing, and reverberated sounds— turning “Rumble in the Bronx” into one main-room stomper!


Nadja Lind’s remix is the third and last remix on the package but it definitely isn’t the least. A work of elegance and emotion materialized through the rich atmospheric pads, female vocal snippets, and its overall levitating feel, this Nadja Lind Remix definitely gives this release a proper atmospheric reinterpretation.


Last in line is the Dub mix by Addex himself. This Dub caters a more organic approach to Addex’s sound.


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Overall, this has been a great release! The original mix and Alvaro Hylander’s remix really have the groove and will definitely make it to the dance-floors, while the Ilias Katelanos and Nadja Lind remixes take the alternate route in delivering a more atmospheric, light-on-the-ear sound. But if we were to pick out our favorites that match our musical preference, we’d go for the original, the Alvaro Hylander, and Ilias Katelanos remixes.

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Marco Grandi- Love

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Hungarian producer Csaba Kiss makes his grand debut appearance as Marco Grandi on Ready Mix Records-- the prestigious Montreal-based label founded by Adel "Big Al" Ghandour-- with the stunning deep house masterpiece, "Love". Aside from the original mix by Grandi, first-rate remixes from Onur Ozman, Le Vinyl &Mani Rivera, and Sendos Fuera also see light in this release and will surely leave you speechless.

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"Love" the original mix highlights the chic, feel-good groove of Marco Grandi's sounds. Not just that, you also get your ears fixated on lush reverberated chords Marco had patched up together with the seemingly-hypnotizing vocal snippets and the grounding bass. 

Onur Ozman, hailed as one of the leading contemporary deep house artists, takes one for "Love" with his elegant reinterpretation dubbed as the "Frozen Confusion Mix". This "Frozen Confusion Mix" in particular offers a dynamic interplay of panning Rhode chords, eerie synth bits, and a refreshing atmosphere. 

Hailing from Barcelona, Spain, Le Vinyl & Mani Rivera are the two producers in charge of this second remix of "Love". Expect a club-oriented approach to "Love" as they induce you to their vast array of arsenal of New York-inspired sound. 

Another Spanish producer, Ernesto Altes who makes sophisticated deep house tracks under the guise "Sendos Fuera" lands a fantastic remix that harmoniously brings together his palette of Ibiza-drenched , Latin-infused grooves. 

Recommendation:

We'll be frank with you guys, it's pretty difficult to pick one single favorite track from this release. The masterminds behind these masterpieces have made sure that each production lives up to not only their discerning tastes but also to that of the people behind Ready Mix Records. So to conclude this, we would have to cite ALL the tracks as our favorites, and we strongly recommend you to support and buy them all.

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Evenwave- SLM / Robot Dance

Evenwave is the guise for Hungarian producer, Istvan Benko who has been through quite a number of genres from psychedelic trance, techno, and beyond. His sound is said to be a mixture of massive beats, snappy tech sounds, and of course, catchy melodies. To show us how he does it, Evenwave effortlessly manifests his trademark sound in his latest release on Ear Supply Records-- "SLM / Robot Dance"!


SLM
Embodying a lethal and a gut-piercing riff, SLM is a certified tech bomb! Not just that, its big-room atmosphere and its colossal  breakdown bring its listeners and dancers to a different dimension of electronic frenzy! 


Robot Dance
From the first few seconds alone, it is quite evident that Robot Dance, the second track of the release, puts the "catchy melodies" to Evenwave's job description. The pumping basslines, the push-and-pull structure, the electrifying vibe, the catchy melodies are few of many salient features of the track that gives us the reasons why it should not miss peak-time play! 

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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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Chriss Ronson feat. Yvel & Tristan - Primetime

Today we visit a 2009 deep house release from Cabrio Germany in which most of its contributing artists hail all the way from Hungary. Chriss Ronson, Yvel, and Tristan joined forces to collectively release "Primetime", a four-tracker that caters a wide variety of polished deep house sound. Moreover, fellow Hungarian producer, Forteba and Estonian deep house icon, Ricky Inch also step in for their respective interpretations of "Primetime".

Primetime (Original Mix)

The alpha track can actually handle a standalone release with its unmatched potential and quality. Primetime caters smoothly-driven chords backed with a slick and groovy bass-work. Definitely another track that deserves peak-time play during deep house sets, this is Chriss Ronson & Yvel & Tristan's Primetime.

Primetime (Ricky Inch Remix)

What is a deep house release without a remix from the mastermind of deep house music? As mentioned, Ricky Inch joins the fun with, not just one, but two remixes for Primetime! First off, an authentic deep house anthem infused with a little hints of disco elements. Also, piano hooks enhance the Ricky Inch remix.

Primetime (Ricky Inch Sax Mix)

Ricky Inch takes two for this spectacular release! Ricky Inch plus sax equals glory.

Primetime (Forteba Remix)
Dobrocsi Krisztián Forteba turns Primetime into a classy chill-out groover. The Forteba remix of Primetime provides its listeners a melting pot of atmospheric pads, sharper chords, ecstatic-sounding strings, warm synths, and of course, a deep-drifting bassline. Uplift, chill, or dance with Forteba's remix of Primetime-- it is one highly-sophisticated track!

Another release from Cabrio, and they keep getting better!

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Aeron Aether- Synthanelia

It was just a couple of days ago when Hungarian producer, Aeron Aether released his latest single on Silk Digital, Synthanelia. For first-time readers, Aeron Aether is a producer dedicated to giving the listeners quality progressive tunes wrapped in a lush atmosphere. Aside from which, he also is the man behind Arrival Records, a sub-label of Silk Music driven to releasing only the most delicate and most melodic progressive house anthems. To complete this package from Aeron, the Finnish duo, Something Good and fellow Hungarian artist, Elfsong also contribute unique remixes.

Synthanelia (Original Mix)

Synthanelia, the original mix, provides dense-sounding groovy basslines and a very dreamy atmosphere. Also, the climax of this track is something you do not want to miss, especially if you are a fan of uplifting progressive melodies. Enough has been said, click the preview button below and experience what Aeron Aether wants you to experience!

Synthanelia (Elfsong Remix)

Elfsong digs deeper with his remix on Synthanelia. Elfsong and Aeron Aether have collaborated numerous times in the past as they released tracks from label to label. This time around, Elfsong hooks up the track with powerful driving basswork as well as richer and thicker atmospheric pads. As expected, the Elfsong remix is one pounding tune!

Synthanelia (Something Good Remix)

Karolus Viitala and Otto Yliperttula are definitely on streak this season! Stepping their best foot forward once again, Something Good made Synthanelia as one of their own. SG's trademark delightful melodies finally meet the sacred sounds of Silk-- good stuff once again!

Silk Digital kicks off another fine melodic release, but this time, it is Aeron Aether's "Synthanelia"!

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Kenneth Thomas- Gunnin (Shingo Nakamura Remix)

Japanese progressive house icon, Shingo Nakamura took remix duties for Morphosis Records, and comes up with rather another enthralling remix, this time on Kenneth Thomas' "Gunnin".

Also in the release, we've heard the original mix by Thomas and remixes from Hungarian-based project, East Cafe, as well as Canadian producer, Davin AFK.

The Shingo Nakamura Remix definitely is the cream of the crop in this release. Like what I always say in my reviews on works of Nakamura, his hallmark emotive piano melodies always find its place in the progressive house scene.

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Oasis vs Myon & Shane54- Wonderless (Monster Mix)

I've been aching to write a review on this for quite sometime since I first heard this on Myon & Shane54's massive mash-up set for Coldharbour Day [7.28.09].

For M&s54 fans out there, just one listen to this track can spell to us that the backbone of this is Myon & Shane54's very own Helpless (Monster Mix), a track featuring the highly-talented Aruna Abrams. Before I forget, this impressive mash-up by the Hungarian duo may also be tagged as "Oasis- Wonderwall (Myon & Shane54 Helpless Mix)".

With a breath, the monster is unleashed. The vocals of Liam Gallagher were slightly reverbed to give it a "big room" effect while at the same time complementing the overall thick, heavy, and electro-infected composition of the track.

Aside from it being a stadium anthem, M&S54's take on Wonderwall is indeed another certified banger as dominantly heard in the breakdown. Yes, the riff accompanying the vocals do have some energy packed in them, but the true banger spirit can be felt in the deadly breakdown. Just to add, the breakdown itself is made up of Myon & Shane54's newly-concocted monstrous sound, and I like it.


I think my job's done here, let your avid ears do the listening.

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