JULIAN STETTER — Sensual

Hamburg-based Mireia Records is ecstatic toannounce their thirteenth release: Julian Stetter’s “Sensual EP”. You’ve probably crossed paths with Julian in thelast couple of years. Not only because he’s the tallest guy in Cologne, but the producer and DJ has been actively shaping modern dance music with his flourishing, melancholic sound. He’s been releasing music with Permanent Vacation, Kompakt, Correspondent and hometown labels Ancient Future Now and PNN. It’s also not his first time on Mireia Records. Remember the beautiful “Porto” on “We’ll Sea Pt.1?” Here, Julian presents two original tracks which are reinterpreted by SONNS and Matt Karmil. The title track “ Sensual ” manages to erase the mundane, the world’s vanishing around you. It’s pitched shaker and airy bells evoke introspective tones. The bassline on the other hand keep you steady - the dancefloor is still visible through the clouds! “ Rumors ” picks up the pace. Kick drum and syncopated hi-hats set the stage for a serious bassline, interwoven with fleeting melodies. Bright and euphoric brushstrokes from Julian’s synth elevate the pace and catapult the track towards a crescendo. Booming snares signal the peak. New Release Information Strobe lights, sweat and ecstasy. SONNS opens up the B side with the first remix by whispering “ Rumors ” in your ear. A brooding bass line takes you on a trip to the dark corners of the city. Hypnotically chugging toms highlight the sights. Let’s get lost tonight! With his releases on Kompakt and strong DJ Sets SONNS’ been a long time favored entrant into Mireia Record’s catalogue. Matt Karmil’s version of 'Sensual', although on B2 of the vinyl, doesn’t hide its assets. Kicking off with frantic high hats and a distorted glitch, he pushes the track forwards intriguingly. Arpeggiated melodies layered supremely over the percussion drive the track forwards, the simplicity of the track and sharp cuts and drops create an interesting dynamic to the single creating a perfect juxtapose to the other tracks on the release. Matt’s also been on Mireia’s radar for a long time. His atmospheric adventures for Studio Barnhus, Smalltown Supersound or Beats in Space always convey a spirit of living, breathing leeway.