IZIL — In My Collective Memory EP

Izil – In My Collective Memory EP arrives on Invade Records as catalogue INV022, a 12-inch vinyl that bridges minimal house and breaks. The collaboration pairs label founder Ilario Liburni with Izaakson of Memoria Records under the new moniker IZIL, and features an Enzo Leep reinterpretation that adds a crystalline edge to the title track. Within Invade’s recent output, this EP follows the 2022 “Critical Kush” (INV021) and precedes the forthcoming “What Is Time Travel EP” (INV024) slated for later in 2026. Earlier entries such as the 2021 “Transition EP” (INV020) and “Blue Fern EP” (INV019) illustrate the label’s penchant for forward-thinking rhythmic explorations, a lineage that the IZIL project continues. The only other IZIL appearance in the discography is the “Operator EP” (MEM052) on Memoria Recordings earlier in 2023, showing a rapid evolution from that release to the current Invade offering. Side A opens with “In My Collective Memory”, a track that leans into the label’s minimal house aesthetic while injecting a subtle broken-beat pulse that feels suited to both early-night grooves and deeper, introspective moments. The Enzo Leep “Crystalline Still Life” Mix follows, re-imagining the same motif with a more spacious, shimmering texture that invites a shift in mood, making it an effective bridge to the B-side. The B-side begins with “Again”, a composition that retains the record’s rhythmic core but introduces a slightly more urgent drive, offering DJs a versatile tool for building momentum. Closing the journey, “Chinese Wall” presents a darker, more restrained atmosphere, its repetitive structure providing a solid platform for extended mixing or a contemplative set climax. Izil’s brief catalogue, now comprising the “Operator EP” on Memoria and this Invade release, demonstrates a focus on concise, well-crafted statements that balance minimalism with rhythmic complexity. Within Invade’s broader catalogue, the EP reinforces the label’s commitment to nuanced, dancefloor-oriented productions that reward attentive listening. For DJs, the record offers two distinct moods on the A-side—a straightforward groove and a more ethereal remix—while the B-side supplies a driving track and a deeper, more hypnotic closer. The sequencing supports a natural progression from warm-up to peak, making the EP a useful addition for sets that require both subtlety and kinetic energy. The release is pressed as a 12-inch vinyl, matching the format expectations of the label’s audience and preserving the tactile experience valued by collectors. Izil – In My Collective Memory EP, Invade Records, catalogue INV022, 12-inch vinyl, 4 tracks. Tracklist: A1. Izil – In My Collective Memory A2. Izil – In My Collective Memory (Enzo Leep 'Crystalline Still Life' Mix) B1. Izil – Again B2. Izil – Chinese Wall