Capetonian DJ and producer Matt Prehn returns to Piston alongside label debutant T.I.B with the superb ‘Gemini 2.0’. Matt’s musical journey began in the mid-90s, in the era of vinyl and pre-social media. Influenced by the vibrant sounds of South Africa's underground clubs and after-hours parties, he soon began producing his own tracks. He later founded the labels Oh So Coy and Rogue Decibels, which have collectively released over 200 digital and 10 vinyl records. T.I.B aka Brandon Cupido, debuts here, bringing a wealth of experience to the label with numerous releases on various labels including Deep Society Music, Rogue Decibels and Kalushi Recordings to name just a few. He draws inspiration from influential artists such as Scott Diaz and Daniel Leseman which is evidenced in his own quality productions. Great to have him here.
The Original Mix gets us underway, introing with thick, punchy beats and slicing hi-hats that cut through the mix with precision, while sharp claps punctuate the rhythm. Mesmerizing melodic chords float above, delivering smooth soulful harmonies that wash over the track with a warm, hypnotic feel. Deep groovy basslines provide a rich flowing foundation, locking in the rhythm and enhancing the track's deep, rolling energy. Heavily FX’d eclectic guitar strums weave in and out, adding a layer of organic texture, while an intriguing spoken word narrative plays in the background, adding an atmospheric and thoughtful dimension. Luv Boutique aka Brandon Bass makes his debut on Piston with a stellar remix. Influenced by New York house, disco, rock and new wave, he honed his craft in Denver, USA, gaining recognition and later producing his own tracks on labels like Hub City Music and Aspect Audio. His work has been championed by Groove Armada, Phil Weeks, Laurent Garnier and more. In his Afterhours Dub, he maintains the original vibe but adds a more upbeat groove. Spoken vocals, crisp hats and claps combine with rhythmic drums that lead into chunky kicks and a warm, subby bassline that becomes highly infectious.
The Original Mix gets us underway, introing with thick, punchy beats and slicing hi-hats that cut through the mix with precision, while sharp claps punctuate the rhythm. Mesmerizing melodic chords float above, delivering smooth soulful harmonies that wash over the track with a warm, hypnotic feel. Deep groovy basslines provide a rich flowing foundation, locking in the rhythm and enhancing the track's deep, rolling energy. Heavily FX’d eclectic guitar strums weave in and out, adding a layer of organic texture, while an intriguing spoken word narrative plays in the background, adding an atmospheric and thoughtful dimension. Luv Boutique aka Brandon Bass makes his debut on Piston with a stellar remix. Influenced by New York house, disco, rock and new wave, he honed his craft in Denver, USA, gaining recognition and later producing his own tracks on labels like Hub City Music and Aspect Audio. His work has been championed by Groove Armada, Phil Weeks, Laurent Garnier and more. In his Afterhours Dub, he maintains the original vibe but adds a more upbeat groove. Spoken vocals, crisp hats and claps combine with rhythmic drums that lead into chunky kicks and a warm, subby bassline that becomes highly infectious.
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