#66 Feat. Staff Picks in Indie Dance

Melomana Records latest release, reference number 42, is distinguished by the collaboration of two renowned artists from the label, Sotockholm Syndrome and Tronik Youth. This release includes two original tracks that blend genres like electro, EBM, dark disco, and new wave among others, characterized by the intensive use of strident synthesizers and a robust and forceful rhythmic base, elements that guarantee their effectiveness on the dance floors. The original tracks are complemented by three innovative remixes: Gameboyz, Mexican producer TH3OS, and French artist Cate Hortl add new dimensions to the EPs sound. Viodance, the track that opens the release, stands out with its catchy riff and funk elements, combined with hypnotic vocals and complex arpeggios that transport the listener to another era. Fascinated raises the rhythm with a dark disco style bass and an arpeggiated synthesizer line that transports us to futuristic new dimensions of the dance floors. Gameboyzs remix of Viodance incorporates an electro sound with marked percussions and acid sequences that capture the listeners attention from the very first moment. Meanwhile, TH3OS adds a dark, minimal, and techno dimension to the same track, using the original arpeggio line to create a sensory journey filled with hypnotic rhythms. Finally, Cate Hortl delivers a standout remix combining powerful bass lines in the style of Gesaffelstein with the original tracks synthesizers, maintaining its essence while exploring new sonic territories. This release not only reaffirms Melomana Records commitment to a distinctive and constantly evolving sound but also anticipates a 2024 full of innovations and surpriseswithin the electronic music scene. Stay tuned for future revelations that will continue to define the cutting edge of the genre.

Tronik Youth, Stockholm Syndrome AU, Stockholm Youth