Wednesday, December 28, 2022

Jo3L-Illusion [AVA Recordings]

 

Many moons ago there was an artist collective that went by the name of "Deepest Blue". Their signature tune by the same name, "Deepest Blue" had a major impact in clubland and was played out anywhere and everywhere. In 2022 we happen to witness the re-emerging of one of the collective's artists, Joel Edwards set to don a new alias "Jo3L" and step back into the spotlight as an independent artist pursuing a solo career as well. His new creation has been well received due to its undeniable versatility and ideology and is out now on on "AVA Recordings", owned and operated by renowned artists "Andy Moor" and "Somna".

 "Illusion" is "Jo3L's" latest labor of love and it is undoubtedly a tune that will speak to the inner depths of your psyche. Repetitive catchy synths and subtle throbbing basslines lay at the core of this musical gem amongst a minimal use of percussion. The vocal eloquence of the singer is displayed in a grand way here, laid out amongst buzzing synths and dream-like melodies. Emotions begin to run wild alongside the playful strums of a guitar and a definite ongoing rush orchestrated by the dramatic strings at hand. An emotional downpour of brightness and fervent glee which gives way and is substituted by a sense of longing and an undeniable melancholy that settles in. 

A rare insight into the soul of an artist who has taken it upon himself to orchestrate all within this track and has succeeded with flying colors! A brilliant look into the emotional voyages of love in a story-like approach that can be found in everyday life.

Don't be under any illusions, "Jo3L" is here to conquer the hearts of many!

Released: 4/11/2022

Label: AVA Recordings 

https://www.beatport.com/release/illusion/3914672 

Tuesday, December 13, 2022

Andy Graham-End Is Forever [Redux Recordings]

 

The consistency of pure quality releases is definitely on a high in the wondrous world of dance music. Always keen to review some of its most exceptional releases, shining a light on some that may have somehow got lost through the cracks. The search has led me to "Redux Recordings", a label owned and operated by none other than dance music phenomenon "Rene Ablaze". One of the newest tunes to see release on this label is "End Is Forever" by "Andy Graham". Andy has been riding the waves within the scene and slowly but steadily has been making his own mark in the proverbial sand. His new tune is one you will certainly want to obtain as it contains the right stuff to be considered a future anthem!

 Pounding basslines, turbulent synths, acid squelches, euphoric leads and vocal effects are all here. Ethereal melodies and choir segments in the break give us a sense of harmony and tranquility before giving in to the frenzy and chaos that follows! A powerful, gripping tune that will have all hands in the air when played out at any event! A huge applause goes out to Andy for the creation of this uncanny tune!

Released: 11/11/2022

Label: Redux Recordings

https://www.beatport.com/release/end-is-forever/3897464