#64 Feat. Hype in Deep House

We welcome Paul Matic back to Piston Recordings with his newest offering, Past Tense. A talented producer and multi-instrumentalist, Pauls connection to house music traces back to the late 80s, when the gritty pulse of acid house first captured his imagination. Since then, hes immersed himself fully in the genre, crafting a sound that bridges classic influences with contemporary depth and sophistication. From 2016 onward, Paul has continued to impress with a steady stream of quality releases across respected deep and tech house imprints. Following his previous Piston outing, Neva Falt This Way, this new release highlights his ongoing artistic progression. Were always excited to be part of his journey and eager to see where his evolving vision leads next. Past Tense gets us underway with mesmerizing arpeggio notes, intertwined with distant, intriguing vocal shots that immediately draw you in. Airy atmospheric textures set a spacious backdrop as punchy kick drums and crisp hi-hats establish a driving, hypnotic groove. A pulsating bassline anchors the rhythm, while soft piano motifs add subtle melodic warmth. As the track unfolds, layers build and interlock, evolving into a vibrant, infectious dancefloor mover that captivates from start to finish. Rezotator rounds out the release and opens with a fading-in, chunky bassline layered with textured noise FX, immediately setting a gritty, immersive tone. Soft pads sweep overhead, creating an atmospheric backdrop as a solid groove emerges, driven by tight beats and intricate rhythmic percussion. A raspy, distorted vocal enters, delivering an uplifting message that adds depth to the mix. The rhythm returns with full force, the chunky bassline powering the groove alongside squelchy 303 lines, making this a hypnotic, late-night floor favourite.

Paul Matic