ANGELO BASS — Kisses At Midnight 12"

Angelo Bass – KISSES AT MIDNIGHT opens the Mondo Groove 12-inch MGMS25, a two-track release that bridges contemporary progressive house and techno with the hypnotic sensibility of Italian club music. Issued on 23 October 2026, the record presents a focused, percussive language that rewards both the dancefloor and the discerning collector. Within the Mondo Groove catalogue, MGMS25 arrives alongside the IL SEGRETO EP by Battistino (MGMS26) released the same day, while earlier outings such as REWORKS EP (MGMS24) and COSMIC VOODOO – RITE 3 EP (MGCV03) illustrate the label’s ongoing dialogue between historic Italian disco, Italo and present-day house-techno hybrids. KISSES AT MIDNIGHT continues this trajectory, offering a modern take on the label’s signature blend of rhythmic precision and melodic arpeggiation. Side A opens with “Kisses At Midnight”. The track’s impact stems from a sharp, open percussion framework that drives an arpeggiated sequence forward with relentless momentum. By eschewing a conventional melodic arc, Angelo Bass relies on repetition and subtle tension to sustain a hypnotic groove, creating a continuous forward thrust that feels at home in both progressive house and techno contexts. The arrangement’s restrained palette allows each percussive element to cut through, making the piece ideal for long-form mixing where incremental shifts in rhythm can be highlighted. Flipping to Side B, “Incognito” takes the same rhythmic foundation into a deeper, more immersive mode. Tight percussion and magnetic arpeggios evolve gradually, offering a sustained hypnotic quality rather than a single dominant hook. The track’s gradual development makes it a perfect tool for the later stages of a set, allowing a DJ to increase intensity without an abrupt shift toward harder material. Its continuous evolution mirrors the label’s penchant for tracks that reward patient listening while maintaining dancefloor relevance. In the context of Angelo Bass’s output, KISSES AT MIDNIGHT stands as a concise statement of his current aesthetic. While his earlier EPs on Trend Records, Sengiley Wax and other imprints explored varied facets of house and techno, this release crystallises his interest in physical, body-oriented club music that balances rhythmic precision with hypnotic repetition. From a DJ’s perspective, the two tracks function as complementary tools. “Kisses At Midnight” delivers an immediate rhythmic injection suitable for peak-time moments, whereas “Incognito” provides a deeper, evolving backdrop for transitional passages or extended mixes. Their shared emphasis on arpeggiated sequencing and percussive clarity ensures they can be layered or juxtaposed within the same set without losing cohesion, fitting comfortably into progressive house, tech-house and techno line-ups. The record is pressed as a 12-inch vinyl, matching the format expectations of Mondo Groove’s catalogue and offering the tactile experience prized by collectors and turntablists alike. Angelo Bass – KISSES AT MIDNIGHT, Mondo Groove, MGMS25, 12-inch vinyl, 2 tracks. Tracklist: A1. Angelo Bass – Kisses At Midnight B1. Angelo Bass – Incognito