#34 Feat. Staff Picks in Progressive House

The Munich-based label Plattenbank has made a safe bet when releasing this debut three- track release. E A N P is a Buenos Aires duo comprising Ezequiel Anile and Nicolas Petracca. The three-track material bursts in moments where the abstract atmosphere and repetitive drum patterns come across as trance-inducing as hypnotherapy. The opening track, Parallel Rabbit,' seamlessly blends light-heartedness with powerful emotions, defying genre boundaries. The duo, joined by Argentine colleague Tinga, collaboratively crafted this compelling sonic collage with nuanced emotions. Ezequiel and Nicolas reach the pinnacle of their abstract storytelling with Drome, offering a glimpse into the genre's future just before Primal concludes the 23-minute material. With pieces created from an individual aspect, with a wide range of influences, the music comes across as hypnotic yet energetic and uncompromising. However, the material leaves enough space to ask for more E A N P. Hopefully soon!

EANP, Tinga

#54 Feat. Staff Picks in Progressive House

A seasoned pairing, EANP have been powerful proponents of the Progressive House scene for a decade and nearly 200 production credits. Now making their Meanwhile debut, "The Other Side / Uncut Gems / Atoms" showcases a triumphant partnership. Combining the talents of Ezequiel Anile and Nicolas Petracca, the Argentinean duo have been working together since 2014. Both respected DJs and producers in their own rights, they have performed behind the decks throughout their homeland alongside the likes of Nick Warren, Hernan Cattaneo, and Nick Muir. Similarly, a sparkling portfolio has seen a plethora of original and remix material feature on the likes of Mango Alley, Juicebox Music, Reminiscence Recordings and Replug. Joining forces with fellow countryman and legendary figure of Juan Deminicis on the opener, "The Other Side" is a chunky driving number that revels in a gently shifting percussive groove that forms a strong backbone for a series of cadenced melodic components to sit atop with majestic ease. Building a more intense head-shaking groove with every movement, effected vocal phrases add to the intensity while languid and unhurried pads add subtle juxtaposition to the dynamic dancefloor structures. The result is a stunning progressive treasure that is certain to find favour with the DJ elite. Striding out on their own EANP continue the fizzing percussive urgency via "Uncut Gems" as shakers and closed hi-hats swing across the near 9-minute piece with club-friendly energy. A seismic sub-bass groove adds to the forceful character while Tech House characteristics shine through with angular effects and well-placed synth stab. A smooth arpeggiated sequence comes to the fore at the mid-point alongside a new melodic character as it extends into the third movement to create a hard-edged modern Progressive House jewel. The final track finds "Atoms" creating a dominant rhythmic framework that subtly comes to life through use of a muted synth motif in perfectly metrical syncopation. A deep sub-bassline adds to the story as the track builds through its phases with swirling white-noise washes and whistling wind-effects adding atmosphere and a haunting quality. Dropping back into the devastating hypnotic groove in the second half, "Atoms" is full of atomic authority. Taking the modern progressive house scene to new heights with its deep and tech influences, EANP have illustrated that the grass is greener on "The Other Side" with "Uncut Gems" and "Atoms" combining to make an impressive triptych. Directed by GMJ & Matter Mastered by Cid Inc. Design by Matter Text by James Warren

Juan Deminicis, EANP