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Shadowlights
Phi Phi and Ignace Paepe make a powerful return to Bonzai Progressive with their newest collaboration, Shadowlights. A true icon of the progressive and trance world, Phi Phi continues to inspire with his timeless energy and unwavering commitment to the craft. His partner in sound, Ignace Paepe — Belgian DJ, producer, and actor — discovered his passion for electronic music at just 15, rising through legendary clubs like Cherry Moon before stepping away in 2000. His 2019 comeback marked a renewed vision, merging vinyl and digital approaches while using his artistic voice to promote individuality and creative freedom. Were delighted to welcome this dynamic duo back to the label. The Original Mix gets the release underway, opening with a lush, sweeping pad that sets an immersive tone alongside shuffling hats and a mesmerizing low-end pulse. Punchy kick drums soon cut through the atmosphere as a plucky mid-bass sequence enters, adding weight and drive to the groove. The track builds with hypnotic precision, delicate melodic elements gradually filling the spectrum and enhancing the emotional pull. The break expands into a spacious, cinematic soundscape of rich, floating pads before snapping back into full-on mode. Simeon Fuchs debuts on Bonzai Progressive with a solid remix. With standout releases on top labels and support from major artists, hes lit up stages at Sensation White, Wonderland, Papaya, and more across Europe. As founder of Leaders of Underground, he pushes a unique, forward-thinking sound. On the remix here, chunky kick drums set a confident foundation from the outset, surrounded by a myriad of percussive elements that add rhythmic flair. Rich, vibrant pads bloom across the mix, creating tension while a delicate melodic undertone subtly guides the mood. As the track evolves, larger plucky synths rise to the forefront, shaping the energy with bold, expressive movement before the arrangement settles into a steady, driving groover that carries the momentum forward.
