A sextuplet of tracks formed Ferdy's "Crossroads" EP at the end of 2013. Filled with an array of blissful beats and mellifluous melodies, the Dutchman's work added further to his significant reputation. With two of the original works receiving remix treatments from Belgian superstar Pole Folder and Dutch newcomer Battage, "Crossroads Part 3" now continues Ferdy's journey with two remixes from another growing force in the Dutch music scene along with a rapidly rising Australian star.
Born and raised in the northern Dutch city of Friesland, Eelko Winja has been passionate about the mysteries of electronic from an early age. Using his Navar production moniker, Eelko hit the ground running with 2010's debut "Nach Oben" EP for Klopfgeist, paving the way for immediate success. Spotted by industry leading light, Guy J, "Le Paradigme" in the summer of 2013 saw Navar's first release on "Lost and Found", accompanied by a blockbuster remix from Hernan Cattaneo and SoundExile. With further work signed to Eelke Kleijn's Outside the Box, and the "Balance Presents Guy J" compilation, Navar's blue chip stock has rocketed in the past 12 months.
Following a successful remix of Scotty.A's "Sense of an Ending" for Proton Music in January 2014, Navar now follows up his Particles debut as part of the Summer 2011 compilation with an achingly beautiful remix of "Why". Turning Ferdy's original into a richly textured piece, a subtle percussive rhythm glides back and forth across its stereo axis accompanied by a glossy veneer of luxuriant pads, drifting melody and loquacious spoken word. Teasing out the samples and themes inherent in Ferdy's original, Navar has "Unfolded" something very special.
Kieran Krohn's journey encapsulates the depth of passion for his musical craft. Prepared to relocate to Europe to hone his production skills along with the business of label management, a move back to his Australian homeland has seen his Verve production pseudonym and FutureForm record label become sought after and highly regarded enterprises in a complex, often transient, scene. His music signed to a raft of high-profile imprints, 2011 saw an acceleration of output with Lowbit, Indigo, Mesmeric and Stereo Paradise all playing host to Verve's growing repertoire of skills.
"Fusion" on the "Spring Particles 2012" compilation marked Verve's debut on the label, subsequently followed by stellar remixes from the successful Inkfish outfit and fellow countryman and established legend, Danny Bonnici. Having already remixed Exoplanet, Dapple Apple and Kobana, Verve now turns his attention to Ferdy by providing an epic, evolving and meandering interpretation that builds to a scintillatingly raw and intense dance-floor conclusion. Underpinned by a deeply felt groove allied to a wonderful bass pattern that filters its way across ten minutes, the exquisite use of original components has ensured Verve has created an innovative and memorable journey.
Two further remixes from Navar and Verve perfectly illustrate "Why" Ferdy's "Crossroads" continues to reveal hidden paths.
Directed by Jay Epoch
AandR by Marina Gerardi
Mastered by Cid Inc.
Design by Ben Mautner
Text by James Warren
Born and raised in the northern Dutch city of Friesland, Eelko Winja has been passionate about the mysteries of electronic from an early age. Using his Navar production moniker, Eelko hit the ground running with 2010's debut "Nach Oben" EP for Klopfgeist, paving the way for immediate success. Spotted by industry leading light, Guy J, "Le Paradigme" in the summer of 2013 saw Navar's first release on "Lost and Found", accompanied by a blockbuster remix from Hernan Cattaneo and SoundExile. With further work signed to Eelke Kleijn's Outside the Box, and the "Balance Presents Guy J" compilation, Navar's blue chip stock has rocketed in the past 12 months.
Following a successful remix of Scotty.A's "Sense of an Ending" for Proton Music in January 2014, Navar now follows up his Particles debut as part of the Summer 2011 compilation with an achingly beautiful remix of "Why". Turning Ferdy's original into a richly textured piece, a subtle percussive rhythm glides back and forth across its stereo axis accompanied by a glossy veneer of luxuriant pads, drifting melody and loquacious spoken word. Teasing out the samples and themes inherent in Ferdy's original, Navar has "Unfolded" something very special.
Kieran Krohn's journey encapsulates the depth of passion for his musical craft. Prepared to relocate to Europe to hone his production skills along with the business of label management, a move back to his Australian homeland has seen his Verve production pseudonym and FutureForm record label become sought after and highly regarded enterprises in a complex, often transient, scene. His music signed to a raft of high-profile imprints, 2011 saw an acceleration of output with Lowbit, Indigo, Mesmeric and Stereo Paradise all playing host to Verve's growing repertoire of skills.
"Fusion" on the "Spring Particles 2012" compilation marked Verve's debut on the label, subsequently followed by stellar remixes from the successful Inkfish outfit and fellow countryman and established legend, Danny Bonnici. Having already remixed Exoplanet, Dapple Apple and Kobana, Verve now turns his attention to Ferdy by providing an epic, evolving and meandering interpretation that builds to a scintillatingly raw and intense dance-floor conclusion. Underpinned by a deeply felt groove allied to a wonderful bass pattern that filters its way across ten minutes, the exquisite use of original components has ensured Verve has created an innovative and memorable journey.
Two further remixes from Navar and Verve perfectly illustrate "Why" Ferdy's "Crossroads" continues to reveal hidden paths.
Directed by Jay Epoch
AandR by Marina Gerardi
Mastered by Cid Inc.
Design by Ben Mautner
Text by James Warren
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