Da Funk- The Last Dance

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Acryl Music's head honcho Daniel Kneubühler aka. Da Funk takes a break from his usual deep house sound and ventures off to the sunny side of electronic dance music, cosmic disco! "The Last Dance" is the latest release on Dany's label as it caters two brand new tracks that will definitely take you to places you've never been to before. 


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First up is "The Last Dance", which comes in with a dazzling arrangement of vintage but bold drums-- the first sign that this isn't your usual deep house sound from Da Funk.  The track is then followed up with flanged guitar strums and raw thick bass. The poignant guitar plucks and cosmic arps and pads are the highlights of this track, however-- these elements simply add that sunset feel to the "The Last Dance".

The second and the last track, "Sunrays On A Leash" offers a livelier take on Da Funk's cosmic disco sound; a track of blissful progressive plucks and arps topped off with upbeat hihat-clap interplay. Also, the thin-layered strings add a final euphoric touch for "Sunrays On A Leash"!


Recommendation:


Something different from Da Funk this time around, but he definitely pulled it off! We're just amazed on how different layers of atmospheric pads and arps, when combined, form a distinct feel. A craft of a veteran, "The Last Dance" truly deserves the Acryl Music seal! 

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Sami Saari- Trump It EP

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We've known Sami Saari for quite a while now— definitely no stranger anymore. Since the early days of his career, Sami Saari has already been humbly honing his sound through experimenting with various styles of music. His duties as label manager of Finland-based label Wicked Recordings and as media-specialist for Swedish label Captured Music have also played vital roles in the development of his career.

His latest release on Neptuun City, “Trump It” marks the maturity of Sami’s sound— a sound that puts together all the different music styles Sami had been trying to perfect since day one— a secret concoction of intoxicating tech house grooves. Two brand new tracks: “Trump It” and “Soul Marvel” will definitely bring to your doorstep the sound of Sami Saari.

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So we mentioned something about “a secret concoction of intoxicating tech house grooves” earlier, well, it’s what you would expect from the first track, “Trump It”. Being more descriptive, “Trump It” brings together heavy funky bass, filtered disco samples, and a massive build-up! A floor-filler, an onslaught, a bomb, call it whatever you like— this is “Trump It”! 

Sami is also known for his dry and sharp sounds, and “Soul Marvel” is one of Sami’s tracks build on these adjectives. But compared to “Trump It”, “Soul Marvel” embodies more disco influences as heard in the breakdown. 

Recommendation:

A fantastic release this is! We definitely recommend getting both tracks from this release.

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Domestic Technology- Sun Valley / Studio 77

For the very first time on Macarize, we get to hear sun-drenched nu-disco tracks from Russia’s Igor Butckhrikidze aka. Domestic Technology! Igor has appeared on Macaize for quite a number of times now and has showcased to us his ever-changing sound-- from progressive to downtempo. “Sun Valley / Studio 77”, however, marks a brand new chapter in Domestic Technology’s career on Macarize as we get to hear his own interpretation of nu-disco!

“Sun Valley” and “Studio 77” both cater funky metallic bass that essentially dictate the groove. Aside from which, cool and smooth pads swing side-by-side as the synths take over with melodies of bliss. “Sun Valley” and “Studio 77” are two wonderful tracks to enjoy during sunny winter days.

“Sun Valley / Studio 77”, the latest release from Igor as Domestic Technology proves that no matter which genre you put him in-- whether it may be downtempo, progressive house, or even nu-disco-- he can pull it off!

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Sami Saari- Panic EP

Just after a few stints on progressive, Sami Saari is now back on to the more disco-oriented side of things with his brand new Wicked Recordings release, "Panic" EP! Sami Saari is a Finnish producer who has an ear for sharp big-room bangers as well as catchy intoxicating house music. Together with fellow-Finn Timo Juuti, Sami runs Wicked Recordings and is also affiliated with Captured Music among other labels. 

Panic (Original Mix)

As mentioned, Sami's productions can get really intoxicating; check out the basslines of "Panic", and you will know what we mean. In terms of production, "Panic" sets out a flawless mix of progressive, disco, and tech sounds-- good stuff!

Blender (Original Mix)

Stopping by the disco era, Blender comes in funky colors! For the second track of the release, Sami unleashes hints of his sharp sounds combined with stronger disco elements. 

Wicked Recordings proudly presents Sami Saari's latest double-header release, "Panic"! Both tracks are now available online, don't be the last one to check them out!

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Fresh Produce- Shake Yer Body

Groovier than ever, Fresh Produce is back on Green Mono Music Studio with the much-awaited three-track EP— “Shake Yer Body”!

One of the three brand new tracks in this release is “I Can’t Get Over You”— a spectacular melting pot of vibrant sounds and breathtaking melodies. From groovy basslines to dreamy xylophone progressions; and from brilliantly-played acoustic guitar rhythms to brass instrument samples— this track has it all.

Fresh Produce attempted to create a lovely body-swaying soundtrack for the night, and the outcome is definitely a success! Cosmo-inspired track, “Chinese Dream” caters spacey atmosphere, hip acoustic guitar rhythms, and deep-drifting basslines— definitely a track you would not want to miss out on!

For those who still yearn for deeper and more suave productions from Fresh Produce, “Dig This” is the tune for you!

Let the sounds of Fresh Produce take you to a journey to the deeper and groovier side of dance music. “Shake Yer Body” is another quality release fromGreen Mono Music Studio— support this one today!

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Vinyl Dharma - Infidelity

It was late April when we first had our hands on Ricky Inch’s “CLAZZ”, an eight-piece compilation that provided us our daily dose of soulful, jazzy, and classy deep house music! In that magnificent release, we first heard the “Ricky Inch & Golden Tony Jazzy Treatment” of Vinyl Dharma’s “Infidelity”. However, just last June 16, Cromarti Records spawned a new release that catered four exciting renditions of “Infidelity”, in which three came from Ricky Inch, and one from Hernan Cerbello.

Infidelity (Ricky Inch Back in 77 Mix)

As many would agree, the staple of this release is once again jazz-infused deep house music, but in this track, we get to hear defined vintage sounds from Inch. For the Back in 77 mix, Ricky Inch incorporates some elements from the disco era like the walking bassline and the swaying strings to his trademark style.

Infidelity (Ricky Inch Soulful Dub)

This next one is a remix that organic house music enthusiasts would enjoy. Groovy bass-work, soulful guitar solos, hip percussion, and sedative piano chords-- this Soulful dub from Ricky Inch definitely brings out the true essence of the music!

Infidelity (Ricky Inch Ambie Dub)

So we already have a disco-esque and soulful versions from Ricky Inch, and for the third, an ambient-oriented version for the beach or for your chill out sessions. This Ambie Dub relies heavily on warm pads, chilled synth-work as well as tropical-themed percussion-- this is how Ricky Inch does chill out music.

Infidelity (Hernan Cerbello We Used To Dub)

Hernan Cerbello is not a new name anymore. Actually, his sound has been spreading far and wide reaching record labels that include Anjunadeep. For this release, Hernan kicks off this remix with lush and disco-rendered sounds topped with infectious vocal dubs.

We finally get to experience highly-sophisticated music once again from Ricky Inch! With more than ten years of background in the deeper side of house music, there is without a doubt that we can expect more wonders from him in the near future!

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Claes Rosen- Sparkles EP

Swedish producer Claes Rosen isn't planning on taking a break this year. I have been following his releases for a decent time now, and I am really impressed with the enthusiasm he shows in his production. As he bounces from record label to record label, he leaves an indelible mark of creativity and style.

Not so long ago, Rosen released "Sparkles" on Space Walker Recordings, a label dedicated to reliving the spirit of groove and disco music in the twenty-first century. Having said that, here's a review on an instant-classic by Claes with three renditions of the record.

Sparkles (Original Mix)

First time in my entire life that I was able to listen to a very merry melody like Sparkles. With the highly-infectious melodies from the strings, the head-nodding sound from the 80's bassline, and the overall upbeat composition of the track, Sparkles sets itself unique compared to the other tracks there.

Claes Rosen - Sparkles (Original Mix) 128kbps by SpaceWalker Recordings

Sparkles (Sare Havlicek 1984 Remix)

Slovenia-based producer Sare Havlicek gives Sparkles a vintage wash. With bouncy basslines and sharper-sounding chords, Sparkles effortlessly captures the old school disco sound while retaining its irresistible groove.

Claes Rosen - Sparkles (Sare Havlicek 1984 Remix) 128kbps by SpaceWalker Recordings

Sparkles (Martin Virgin & South eXpress Remix)

The third remix is a piece hand-made by Martin Virgin and the sparkling band, South eXpress-- all hailing from Lithuania. Slapped and popped jazzy basslines, classy strings, guitar solos, soulful chords, the Martin Virgin & South eXpress remix brings Sparkles to the unadulterated dimension of alluring jazz music.

Claes Rosen - Sparkles (Martin Virgin & South eXpress Remix) 128kbps by SpaceWalker Recordings

Sparkles (SPSM Re-Funk )

The last remix duty falls to the Russian duo Kirill T. and Ivan L. They show of their musical skills and exotic taste by transforming Sparkles into one funky house anthem. It may not sound like the original track, but it's still impressive.

Claes Rosen - Sparkles (SPSM Re-Funk) 128kbps by SpaceWalker Recordings

Space Walker Recordings is in the process of collecting all the finest groove, jazz, funk, disco, and house musicians out there, and with the quality of music they produce, I think we know what to expect in the near future.

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