Suburban Dream - Not Who You Said / Everything Comes Apart (Suburban Dream Recordings)

Suburban Dream Recordings was founded by Dublin producer Ciaran McCarthy in late 2007, aiming to focus on quality chilled electronic music, from downtempo and ambient to more electro-acoustic sounds. Bucking the trends, Ciaran proclaims that the label “ignores current fads, sticking to making music that is honest, heartfelt and motivated only by love.” This latest release is from Ciaran himself under the name he shares with the label, Suburban Dream. The project has released a number of singles, receiving support from the likes of Mixmaster Morris, Ben Mynott (Big Chill), Kid Loco and broadcasters like Soma FM and Chilltrax. Suburban Dream releases works through Parklane Recordings, iLabel, Lushgroove, and Bonzai Elemental but also continues to work with his namesake imprint.

This single, “Not Who You Said,” is an atmospheric but solid track incorporating a deep house feel behind a punchy kick drum and hi hats that whisper as one becomes more immersed in the soundscape. Filtered pads and stuttered and pitched vocals give the track a memorable hook. It’s all very mellow and pretty, yet with a lingering dark edge. Blocks of air and clickiness give the track a slight dubstep feel – of the Burial variety but with a lushness.

Occupying the b side, “Everything Comes Apart” is a deep cinematic piece that carries the listener as it builds from its ambient beginning to a powerful percussive piece, only to float back to ambience. Continuing to build excitement through sound, the track ends unexpectedly leaving the listener wanting more.

Sunshine Jones (Dubtribe) - “Really fantastic. Perfect for my head. I’ve been missing this space and I didn’t even know it.”
Tensnake - “Nice chilled out broken beats and balearic stuff.”
Irregular Disco Workers - “‘Everything Comes Apart’ reminds me of some ’80s Italian horror film soundtrack. Really cool!”
Q-Burns Abstract Message - “This has got that proper balearic vibe that’s always a pleasure to run across.”
Justin Harris (Freaks) - “Nice and deep … warm up for sure.”
Hippie Torrales - “I’m loving ‘Not Who You Said.’”
Manuel Sahagun (Candy Music) - “Moody beats … I’m liking it!”
Black Alley (In Control Radio Show, Germany) - “I’m liking the dreamy atmosphere on both tracks … perfect for very early morning sets.”
Deadbeat Disco Radio Show - “Fantastic vibes on both cuts here … feeling the wonderfully sparkling atmospherics of ‘Everything Comes Apart’ most of the two, but both tracks shimmer with real quality.”
Borja (Lovemonk / Soleado Radio Show) - “Beautiful moods … nice one!”
Clairvo (Jazz Drive Radio Show, Hungary) - “Really lovely dream soundscapes … a must-have chill out release.”
Aja Allsop (Ketch-a-Vibe Radio Show, UK) - “The phrase ‘extremely lush’ is what comes to mind!”
Leri Ahel (Mutant Disco Radio Show) - “Lovely release. ‘Not Who You Said’ is my favorite.”
Ornette (Radial Blur Radio Show, MyHouse-YourHouse) - “This is ideal for a misty morning house set. I’m a huge fan of this release.”
Christos Kedras (Kapa Music) - “Dreamy landscapes, almost-haunted melodies, broken grooves … I love it!”

Available now from Juno Download and Beatport.

Michael Lovatt - Gleamer EP (Melonsound)

Melonsound are pleased to bring the latest release from Michael Lovatt, an Irish house and techno producer living in Berlin. Inspired first in the ’80s by electro pop and E.B.M., then in the ’90s by the burgeoning house and techno scene, Michael has been an active DJ and producer for fifteen years, with releases on Science Label, Ricochet Records, Subtec Records, Dublin Xpress, EchoDeluxe, and more. The Gleamer EP includes two original tracks “Gleam” and “Solitaire“ (which features Irish vocalist Robyn Bromfield), as well as two great remixes from fellow Irishmen Johnny Trotter (Moxi, Yaiza) and the up-and-coming Andrew Hosey (Miami Techno Crome, 1642 Records). The EP delivers a potent blend of deep and banging tech grooves with lots of feeling and atmosphere. ”Gleam“ is a pure dance floor groover, with its deep funk stabs and 909 rides. The b-side, “Solitaire,” offers a deeper vibe with its rolling bass line and haunting vocals from Robyn Bromfield. This isn’t the first time Michael has worked with Robyn … the pair collaborated on his last EP Born Deep which was released on Melonsound last year. The remixes round out the package, with Johnny Trotter’s remix of ”Gleam“ driving with a deep, techy pulse and Andrew Hosey’s take on ”Solitaire” showing a superb use of sub-bass, rhythm, and atmosphere.

Brett Johnson - “I like this.”
Tensnake - “‘Gleam’ is quite funky.”
Alexander East - “This whole EP is tight!”
Diz (Iz & Diz / Classic) - “Nice!”
Nick Holder - “I’m digging the Andrew Hosey remix.”
Rob Salmon - “The original mix of ‘Gleam’ is nice and deep.”
DK Watts (Short Bus Kids / Bounce House Recordings) - “‘Solitaire’ is absolutely wicked!”
Rootfellen (Spring Tube / Tulipa) - “Amazing sound! I like it …”
Joey Silvero (Distant People) - “Tight, bumping sound and rolling bass … hot.”
Thomas Pudell (Black Alley) - “‘Solitaire’ is deep and sexy with a bad-ass bass line … just how I like it!”
Merlyn Martin (Subdivisions Global Radio Show) - ““Gleam’ is a gem!”
Da Wiseguy (Mixed Up on RTE Pulse, Ireland) - “Layers of sonic textures providing rich aural soundscapes … great dreamy day house music.”
Carlo Gambino (Midnight Social Recordings) - “I’m feeling the dubbyness of Andrew Hosey’s remix of ‘Solitaire.’”
Michael Fossati (Spirit Of House) - “Wicked deep house track perfect for late night thanks to moody melodies and mesmerizing rhythms.”
Joan Ribas (Cafe Del Mar) - “This sounds excellent.”
Shea Delany (Pet Project Recordings) - “‘Gleam’ has a solid groove with nice movement.”

Available now from Beatport and Juno Download.

John Collins - The Introspective EP (Vision Collective Recordings) →

From East Cork, Ireland comes John Collins, a house music producer for the last twenty years who has just recently started releasing his original tracks. Releases on Soulshift Records and Freche Fruchte have followed, as well as remixes for other artists and producers. Collins is also the promoter of the Brighter Days party in Ireland showcasing electronic music live performances and DJ sets from a wide range of artists.

After their first three well-received releases, Vision Collective Recordings have welcomed John Collins to the label for its next issue. The Introspective EP features four quality house tracks each with its own vibe. “Roll With You" is a piano driven dance floor track with a powerful female vocal sample, rhythmic bass, and a definite nod to the early 90’s house music sound. "Freestlyin’" is a true deep house track with subtle atmospheric keys and strings, ideal for those late night lounge and after party sessions. "Alone" takes one further into a deep groove with a heavy bass line, clever spoken vocal samples, and a jazzy sax line. The final track on the EP, "Deep Inside (Raw Mix),” is a darker, raw affair with solid grooves and tones.

Roger Sanchez - “Sexy!”
Marques Wyatt (Vanguard / Deep L.A.) - “I’m feelin’ this!”
Robert Owens - “Very cool vibe.”
Joey Silvero (Distant People) - “Smooth and tasty sounds. ‘Roll With You’ is cool and ‘Freestylin” is the stand out for me.”
Doc Link (Liberate Recordings - “Nice and smooth!”
Craig Stewart (Universe Media) - “‘Roll With You’ is very HOT! Tasty for the floor, cool old school sounding jam.”
Nick Holder (DNH Records) - “Nice and deep package. I’m feeling the entire EP.”
Al Bradley (3AM Recordings) - “‘Roll With You’ has definite mid-90s David Morales influences, always a nice touch. A solid release, wicked!”
Justin Harris (Music For Freaks) - “Great EP”
Bobi (Global Radio Movement, Club FM) - “Absolutely deep and emotional tracks. I love that cool driven style.”
Alex Dimitri (BBE Records / Yoruba Records) - “Nice EP!”
Michael Fossati (Spirit Of House) - “Delicious deep house vibes loaded with celestial melodies.”
Joan Ribas (Ibiza Soulstice Radio / Cafe del Mar) - “I love it … Superb quality.”

Available now from Juno Download and Beatport

Mick Verma / QuestionmarQ (Vision Collective Recordings) →

8DPromo is pleased to welcome Vision Collective Recordings to the fold. The label was started by a collective of producers, DJs, and music enthusiasts in southern Ireland with a shared musical vision. The label focuses on spacious deep house, and will serve as a platform for both new and established artists (in and outside of Ireland) to release music commercially. Vision Collective Recordings’ first two releases are highlighted in this post.

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VCRD001: Mick Verma

Here are two deep house tracks from Mick Verma, a Cork City, Ireland DJ with over a decade of experience behind the decks and in the studio. His previous releases have found their way to the Ukraine’s Manuscript Records and Italian house label Gotta Keep Faith Records. “Synthsomagic" and "Vermaquin" are a moving pair of summery house cuts filled with infectious grooves and a proper, classic vibe.

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VCRD002 : QuestionmarQ

This upcoming Vision Collective Recordings single features two tracks by established DJ/Producer and remixer Marq Walsh who has been at the forefront of the Irish dance scene over the last 20 years. He’s held high profile residencies at Irish hot spots like Sir Henry’s Cork and U2’s club ‘The Kitchen’ in Dublin. Walsh is also co-host of the popular weekly radio show Dance On Red on Ireland’s RED FM. His recording resume includes releases on Soma/Darkroom Dubs, Night Drive, Resopal Schallware, and Toto. Here we find “R & S,” a tech-house track for some bigger room action, and “September On Fire,” a jazzy deep house tune with a potent, rolling baseline.

Available now from Juno Download