GOJNEA76 — Moon Protect EP

Gojnea76 – Moon Protect EP lands on Memento Records as catalogue MEMENTO058, a 12-inch vinyl that pushes the Romanian producer’s hard-edged background into a house-centric frame. Blending techno-house rhythms with a gritty, hardware-driven aesthetic, the EP arrives at the end of November 2026 and promises a dark, dancefloor-ready experience. Within Memento Records’ recent output, Moon Protect EP follows the earlier releases Map – EMOTIONS (MEMEMNTO057, 2026), Idriss D – OCT 13 (MEMENTO056, 2026) and Dj Rame – LIFE 3 (MEMENTO055, 2025). The label’s trajectory from the analog-rich sounds of Crömic’s Eyes on the Hole EP (MEMENTO054, 2025) to the melodic focus of Germano Ventura’s Mai Day (MEMENTO052, 2024) provides a context for Gojnea76’s shift from hardcore-metal intensity toward a more house-oriented groove. Side A opens with “Ford bronco 89”, a track that channels the energy of early-90s house into a contemporary stomper. Its driving rhythm and retro-styled arpeggios set a forward momentum that prepares the listener for the darker terrain of the B-side. The title cut “Moon protect” follows, marrying an overdriven kick with a shadowy melody and an R&B vocal loop, all filtered through a twisted arpeggio that gives the piece a distinctive retro feel while retaining a modern edge. Closing the record, “Action one” pushes the palette further, layering Euro-dance synth stabs with atmospheric analogue textures that expand the EP’s sonic range and add a final burst of intensity. For Gojnea76, Moon Protect EP builds on a recent string of exclusive vinyl statements: the More Is Less EP on Roots Records LTD (ROOTSLTD001, 2026), the Dayoung Space release on Future Electronics (FUEL004, 2026), and the earlier Punisher Braila (FUEL003, 2025). The artist’s progression from the two-12-inch Level UP set (FUEL002, 2024) to this three-track EP demonstrates a continued refinement of the raw energy derived from a hardcore and metal background, now filtered through the house idiom. In the current underground landscape, the EP’s blend of gritty basslines, vintage Roland hardware references and house-driven structures situates it between the darker techno of Memento’s recent catalogue and the more melodic, dancefloor-focused releases that have defined the label’s recent years. Its balance of retro homage and contemporary production makes it a noteworthy entry for DJs seeking a bridge between raw underground intensity and accessible house momentum. From a DJ’s perspective, “Ford bronco 89” works as an effective opener for a set that wants to invoke classic house vibes while maintaining a modern punch. “Moon protect” offers a darker, vocal-laden moment suitable for peak-time tension, and “Action one” provides a synth-rich climax that can either close a set or serve as a transition into more melodic terrain. Collectors will appreciate the concise three-track format that captures Gojnea76’s evolution and the EP’s placement within Memento Records’ evolving catalog. The record is pressed as a standard 12-inch vinyl, matching the format expectations of both club DJs and vinyl enthusiasts. Its straightforward presentation aligns with the label’s focus on delivering pure, unembellished analog experiences. Gojnea76 – Moon Protect EP, Memento Records, catalogue MEMENTO058, 12-inch vinyl, three tracks. Tracklist: A1. Gojnea76 – Ford bronco 89 B1. Gojnea76 – Moon protect B2. Gojnea76 – Action one