A passionate advocate of modern organica, Beije are a welcome addition to the Proton Music roster with their full debut EP in the shape of "Ardere".
Based in Toronto, Quinton De Freitas and Vance Morgan have carved out a beautifully distinctive sound under the Beije moniker. Coming together in 2018, they describe their sound as a blend of hypnotic rhythms and melancholic melodies coming together to create unforgettable moments on the dancefloor." These "moments" have translated to more than a double century of production credits on a raft of esteemed imprints that include 3rd Avenue, Café De Anatolia, Harabe and Paul Hazendonk's MNL.
A pair of remixes have shone brightly within the Proton Music catalogues with typically impressive reworkings of Juan Deminicis' "Water" in March 20222 and Lisandro's "Love" at the end of the same year. Now returning mid-way through 2024, the "Ardere" title track is a gloriously multi-faceted affair that ripples enticingly with a complex percussive groove and deep sub-bass pattern. A shimmering arpeggio takes up the mantle, rising and falling with ease, while a complimentary piano adds a deft touch. Building easily through its different phases, the various melodic elements combine easily in subtle and hypnotic fashion, perfect for late-night dancefloor adventures.
With its bongo-tinged top line element and heavy kick, "Impetus" is further developed with filtered motifs that evolve in smooth waves of sonic beauty. An elegant piano sequence is added to proceedings at the mid-point providing a delicate counterpoint to the metronomic synth. Open-filtered energy emerges through the breakdown and via understated effected touches, before rhythmic elements drop back into the fray with a dynamic vibrancy.
The final track finds "Lumina" taking centre stage with its off-beat hats and reverb-soaked melodic touches. Driving forward with a strong kick, a searing and free-flowing synth line cuts through the mix with ease. Complementary pads add to the sonic stratification in thickly textured atmosphere before a trademark piano phrase adds rare beauty. Rising to a breakdown crescendo, the various rhythmic elements drop back in before the melodic phrases add aural intrigue in the latter movements.
Burning brightly with a music triptych of the highest quality, Beije impress with "Ardere".
Directed by Jay Epoch
Mastered by Cid Inc.
Design by Ben Mautner
Text by James Warren
Based in Toronto, Quinton De Freitas and Vance Morgan have carved out a beautifully distinctive sound under the Beije moniker. Coming together in 2018, they describe their sound as a blend of hypnotic rhythms and melancholic melodies coming together to create unforgettable moments on the dancefloor." These "moments" have translated to more than a double century of production credits on a raft of esteemed imprints that include 3rd Avenue, Café De Anatolia, Harabe and Paul Hazendonk's MNL.
A pair of remixes have shone brightly within the Proton Music catalogues with typically impressive reworkings of Juan Deminicis' "Water" in March 20222 and Lisandro's "Love" at the end of the same year. Now returning mid-way through 2024, the "Ardere" title track is a gloriously multi-faceted affair that ripples enticingly with a complex percussive groove and deep sub-bass pattern. A shimmering arpeggio takes up the mantle, rising and falling with ease, while a complimentary piano adds a deft touch. Building easily through its different phases, the various melodic elements combine easily in subtle and hypnotic fashion, perfect for late-night dancefloor adventures.
With its bongo-tinged top line element and heavy kick, "Impetus" is further developed with filtered motifs that evolve in smooth waves of sonic beauty. An elegant piano sequence is added to proceedings at the mid-point providing a delicate counterpoint to the metronomic synth. Open-filtered energy emerges through the breakdown and via understated effected touches, before rhythmic elements drop back into the fray with a dynamic vibrancy.
The final track finds "Lumina" taking centre stage with its off-beat hats and reverb-soaked melodic touches. Driving forward with a strong kick, a searing and free-flowing synth line cuts through the mix with ease. Complementary pads add to the sonic stratification in thickly textured atmosphere before a trademark piano phrase adds rare beauty. Rising to a breakdown crescendo, the various rhythmic elements drop back in before the melodic phrases add aural intrigue in the latter movements.
Burning brightly with a music triptych of the highest quality, Beije impress with "Ardere".
Directed by Jay Epoch
Mastered by Cid Inc.
Design by Ben Mautner
Text by James Warren
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