LAURINE — Transcen.dance

Laurine – Transcen.dance is the newest 12-inch from Slow Life (SL048), a tech-house EP that signals a clear evolution in the co-founder’s sound and intention. The record is built around emotionally charged dancefloor burners that aim to dissolve barriers and invite a trance-like state of movement. Within Slow Life’s current output, Transcen.dance follows a series of releases that have explored expansive, forward-thinking electronic terrain. Recent entries such as Tobi’s “La Undécima Puerta Vol. 1” (SL047) and Disciple Of The Sun’s “New Dawn” (SL046) showcase the label’s commitment to deep, immersive grooves, while earlier titles like Ethereal Logic’s “Joints” (SL043) and “Intergalactic World Music Remixed” (SL041) have pushed melodic and rhythmic boundaries. Laurine’s EP arrives as a continuation of this exploratory line, adding a personal, introspective edge to the label’s catalogue. Side A opens with “TM”, a track that immediately immerses the listener in a driving pulse, setting a tone of focused intensity that prepares the floor for the journey ahead. It segues into “Realm of Consciousness”, which expands the mood with a more spacious, hypnotic quality, offering DJs a moment to let the energy breathe before moving deeper. Side B begins with “Ease Yourself Back”, a groove that eases the momentum while retaining a compelling rhythm, ideal for transitioning from peak moments to a more reflective segment of a set. The record closes with “It’s a Dream”, a final statement that blends the EP’s emotional core with a lingering, dance-inducing vibe, leaving the audience in a state of lingering euphoria. Transcen.dance occupies a distinct place in Laurine’s output, marking a shift toward more emotive, trance-inducing tech-house while retaining the label’s signature depth. The EP’s balance of kinetic drive and introspective atmosphere aligns with Slow Life’s broader aesthetic, making it a relevant addition to the current underground scene. For DJs, the record offers four versatile cuts that can be deployed at various points in a set: “TM” works as an opener or peak-time thrust, “Realm of Consciousness” provides a melodic bridge, “Ease Yourself Back” serves as a smooth transition, and “It’s a Dream” functions as a closing or late-night mood setter. The sequencing supports a narrative flow that can be read both on the dancefloor and in the crate. The release is pressed on 12-inch vinyl, matching the format expectations of collectors who value the tactile and sonic qualities of analog playback. Laurine – Transcen.dance, Slow Life, SL048, 12-inch vinyl, four tracks. Tracklist: A1. Laurine – TM A2. Laurine – Realm of Consciousness B1. Laurine – Ease Yourself Back B2. Laurine – It's a Dream