For our next release we welcome Thaddeus back to the label for a scorching double header of original productions. First up we have the lead track Is This Real and the moment we heard it we knew it was special. The term Progressive Trance often gets diluted from its real meaning, but this track nails it. Dreamy synths and a filtered vocal wash over a beautiful melody that will take you to another level of euphoria. The spoken word in the breakdown makes this track a real stand out. Next up we have Talk To Me which keeps dreamy elements but goes for a deeper punch. Thaddeus weaves the groove like a sorcerer on a spine tingling dance floor journey of atmospheric textures, punchy bass and another filtered but subtle vocal that fits the track perfectly. Both originals really are quality productions. To round off the release we look to our very own Mike Bentley to remix Is This Real. Mike opens with his own take of progressive breaks but with unmistakable elements of the original. A deep industrial hook quickly enters the track which locks you into the rhythm immediately. Mike keeps the filtered vocal element to add drama, building suspense for his breakdown before smoothly transitioning back to full flow. An outstanding remix of what was already an outstanding original track.

Pete B returns to Critical Elements for his new release with Rianu Keevs. Pete and Rianu deliver Through The Gate and serve up a signature production of rhythmic and melodic grooves. The original sets the scene with a steamy journey into deep atmospheric progressive. This track is a Swiss army knife for a set, equally at home early doors or to raise the temperature mid set. On remix duties they hand the reins over to the super talented Doug Crawford. Doug transforms the track into to a hypnotic and tribal-esq breakbeat journey. A hook of Goa Mix style soundscapes drives in and out of the track whilst delivering a warm and floating melody. We think this combination of artists comes together in a sound that fits our ethos perfectly. Thanks guys.

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Pete B returns to Critical Elements for his new release with Rianu Keevs. Pete and Rianu deliver Through The Gate and serve up a signature production of rhythmic and melodic grooves. The original sets the scene with a steamy journey into deep atmospheric progressive. This track is a Swiss army knife for a set, equally at home early doors or to raise the temperature mid set. On remix duties they hand the reins over to the super talented Doug Crawford. Doug transforms the track into to a hypnotic and tribal-esq breakbeat journey. A hook of Goa Mix style soundscapes drives in and out of the track whilst delivering a warm and floating melody. We think this combination of artists comes together in a sound that fits our ethos perfectly. Thanks guys.

Next up on Critical Elements we welcome Matty Wright to the label. Matty is a talent weve been watching for a while and boy has he delivered. If the Space Brothers/Lustral/Chakra released a progressive breaks track in 2025 we think it would sound like this, which is only a compliment! Mattys original take is the epitome of dreamy. Deep and atmospheric bass and percussion washed over by a stunning vocal from Francesca Payne. This track already sounds like a memorable part of our scene, did you hear it played at a sun kissed festival in 99, or was it in a club in 2025? To add to the release we looked to label friend Focus FL for a remix. He has released with us before and has really worked his magic on this one. Here he opts for a 4/4 makeover, speeding up the BPM and toughening the sound for a version perfect for the nights crescendo. Focus FL provides a journey of a remix for us yet again, the filtered vocal and changes in key building the energy and drama.