Alexandros Djkevingr, MAAND - Nostradamus (Original Mix) [Perspectives Digital]

Listen / Download : Release Date 2023-10-27 Label Perspectives Digital Catalog PSDI104 Alexandros Djkevingr MAAND Returning for Perspectives Digital’s 104th release, Alexandros Djkevingr has carved out a sizable reputation with music for such esteemed imprints as Diynamic, Ellum Audio, Renaissance, Parquet Recordings, and Sincopat. His previous signing on PD titled “Thanatos“ (2020) saw an impressive debut on Darin Epsilon’s label alongside Greg Ignatovich as the trio created a spell-binding melodic powerhouse. Joining forces with MAAND, the Italian duo have overseen success since 2019 with over 70 production credits on the likes of Katermukke, Dear Deer, Lost On You, and more. After coming together with Greg Ignatovich on 2022’s “Earthling“ EP for Katermukke, Alexandros Djkevingr & MAAND reprise their partnership with “Nostradamus“. Opening with a running 16th note bassline sequence and dominant, low-end kick, listener attention is quickly seized with a powerful chorus of robotic-sounding effects. Vocal phrases and effected sounds criss-cross across the stereo spectrum in dizzying speed with a combination of growling, pitched, and bubbling noises. Evolving through a simple synth motif and arpeggiated riff, a loquacious vocal passage delivers a message full of foreboding portents at the breakdown before a fizzing, machine-like bassline picks up the pace in the second half to powerful effect. A veteran of over 750 credits dating back to early 2008, Tomy Wahl has been a mainstay of the Techno scene with a unique and driving sound that has won the plaudits of DJ’s and producers from around the world. A regular on the likes of Stil Vor Talent, Selador, Eleatics Records, plus performances across South America and Europe, the Argentinean created summer waves on Perspectives Digital via the dynamic and compelling “Nitenine“ with German artist, Markus Klee. Harnessing the core melodic themes of the original, the Tomy Wahl remix intelligently utilizes a vocoder effect as the vocal phrasing makes its presence felt at various intervals. Under these, a superb new bassline flows from the strong rhythmic foundation, as do new melodic elements from the Argentinean’s production studio. Pausing for breath at a stripped-back breakdown full of additional material and familiar components from “Nostradamus“, the second half drops back into an easy combination of rhythmic poise and vocal phrasing. An artist with a noteworthy past, first as the winner of Sasha’s “Cut Me Down“ remix competition on the superstar’s Last Night On Earth imprint, and second as a revered artist in his own right on the likes of Einmusika, Hope Recordings, and Timeless Moment, Kastis Torrau has been a regular on Perspectives Digital with some 30 credits spread over a 10 year period. From 2012’s “Reflection“ to 2017’s “Antivirus“ EPs, the Lithuanian artist has consistently epitomized talent in abundance and a unique sound that has made him a club favorite. Now showcasing his Noissier production moniker after a clutch of releases on Einmusika, Upperground, and Sincopat, the Noissier remix bristles with vitality. Trademark bassline presence arrives courtesy of a hefty new sequence that builds throughout the near 9 minute offering to a rousing denouement in the latter stages. Making impressive use of the original components from “Nostradamus“, the central motif creates an eerie tension as it loops throughout the track while the chorus of effects and vocal cuts take center stage over a powerful new remix. Mastering by Andreas Henneberg / Progressive Dreamers Contact : undergroundprogressivetr@ Visuals by Videobolt (use ’Dreamers’ for 10% off) #ProgressiveDreamers #MelodicHouseTechno #PerspectivesDigital #electronicmusic #electronicmusic #melodichousetechno #music #progressivetechno #dancemusic #progressivehouse #melodichouse