About Release
Amir Alexander – Blessed Are The Meek arrives on Chiwax as catalogue number CHIWAX033, a 12-inch vinyl that stakes a claim in the tech-house arena. The release showcases a flagship track that has already resonated on dancefloors, now reinterpreted through three distinct lenses and a final hard-piano statement. Its blend of groove-centric construction and melodic focus makes it a noteworthy addition for both club programmers and vinyl collectors.
Within Chiwax’s forthcoming output, Blessed Are The Meek follows a series of upcoming projects slated for 2026, including Boo Williams’ “Now And Forever EP” (CHIWAX049) and Valerio Vaudano’s “The Sampling Theory Pt. 1” (CHIWAX048). Positioned among these later releases, Amir Alexander’s record reinforces the label’s commitment to forward-thinking tech-house while maintaining a melodic core.
Side A opens with the Patrice Scott Remix, a reinterpretation that amplifies the original’s hook and reshapes the rhythm for a deeper, more hypnotic vibe. It serves as a bridge to the second cut, Amirs Piano Re-Fix, which strips back the arrangement to highlight a piano-driven motif, offering a smoother transition that can work as a peak-time swell or a warm-up groove. On the flip, the Javonntte Mix injects a darker, more driving energy, pushing the tempo forward and providing a contrasting texture that deepens the record’s narrative arc. The final B-side, Amirs Hard Piano Banger, delivers a forceful, piano-centric climax, rounding out the EP with a track designed for impact in the latter stages of a set.
Amir Alexander’s recent discography includes the “The 88 Keys Extended Play Suite” on KWENCH RECORDS (KWR032, 2023) and “Love Notes To Brooklyn” on Smallville Records (SMALLVILLE58, 2022), both 12-inch vinyl outings that explored melodic techno and house sensibilities. Blessed Are The Meek continues this trajectory, translating the artist’s penchant for piano-led motifs into a more club-oriented tech-house format, while the involvement of Patrice Scott and Javonntte adds fresh perspectives that broaden the release’s appeal.
For DJs, the record offers a versatile toolkit: the Patrice Scott Remix works well for building tension in the early hours, the Piano Re-Fix can serve as a melodic bridge, the Javonntte Mix supplies a darker, driving option for peak moments, and the Hard Piano Banger provides a decisive closing statement. Collectors will appreciate the cohesive yet varied reinterpretations that showcase how a single composition can be reshaped across different production styles, all housed on a single 12-inch format.
The physical product is a 12-inch vinyl, presenting the four cuts in a traditional A/B side layout that respects the analog listening experience. Its format aligns with the label’s emphasis on high-quality pressings for the discerning vinyl enthusiast.
Amir Alexander – Blessed Are The Meek, Chiwax, catalogue CHIWAX033, 12-inch vinyl, four tracks, tech house, released 22 September 2021.
Tracklist:
A1. Amir Alexander – Patrice Scott Remix
A2. Amir Alexander – Amirs Piano Re-Fix
B1. Amir Alexander – Javonntte Mix
B2. Amir Alexander – Amirs Hard Piano Banger