MELLA DEE — Novum 002

Mella Dee – Novum 002 arrives on the Novum imprint as catalogue NOVUM002, a 12-inch exclusive vinyl that gathers three stripped-back, heavyweight house cuts from the spanglecore architect himself, with a hypnotic B-side rendition of “Hidden Frequencies” courtesy of NorthSouth Records founder Harry McCanna. The release stakes its claim in the garage-tech house arena, offering a focused, dancefloor-ready set of tracks that have been road-tested in clubs worldwide. Within the Novum roster, this record stands alongside the label’s other output without a defined chronological placement, letting the music speak for itself. Mella Dee’s recent output includes the “Connected Experiences EP” on TRUST (TRST003, 2023) and the “Now! That’s What I Call Spanglecore” on Gradient (G004, 2026), both 12-inch vinyl statements that underline a penchant for kinetic grooves and melodic intensity. The presence of Harry McCanna’s remix further ties the release to a network of forward-thinking house producers. Side A opens with “Higher Frequencies”, a track that channels the label’s garage-tech house aesthetic through a clean, driving rhythm, setting a solid foundation for the set. It is followed by “Raw Flavour”, which maintains the stripped-back ethos while introducing a slightly darker tonal shade, creating a subtle shift that keeps the momentum alive. On the flip side, “Telling Me” offers a more introspective groove, acting as a bridge between the A-side’s kinetic energy and the B-side’s deeper exploration. The record closes with “Higher Frequencies (Harry McCanna Remix)”, a reinterpretation that adds a hypnotic layer to the original, extending its reach into a more atmospheric territory while preserving the core house drive. In the context of Mella Dee’s recent vinyl releases, Novum 002 reinforces a trajectory toward concise, high-impact house productions that balance raw club power with melodic nuance. The inclusion of a remix by Harry McCanna adds a collaborative dimension, highlighting the fluid exchange between artists operating at the edge of garage and tech house. For the contemporary underground scene, the record offers a compact yet potent collection that reflects current trends toward stripped-back, groove-centric tracks. From a DJ’s perspective, the record delivers versatile tools: “Higher Frequencies” works as a strong opener or peak-time anchor, “Raw Flavour” provides a darker, transitional mood, “Telling Me” suits more reflective moments, and the McCanna remix supplies a spacious, hypnotic climax suitable for late-night sets. Collectors will appreciate the exclusive vinyl format, which preserves the analog warmth essential to the genre’s aesthetic. The release is pressed as an exclusive 12-inch vinyl, aligning with the label’s commitment to tangible, high-quality formats for discerning listeners. Mella Dee – Novum 002, Novum, catalogue NOVUM002, exclusive vinyl, 4 tracks. Tracklist: A1. Mella Dee – Higher Frequencies A2. Mella Dee – Raw Flavour B1. Mella Dee – Telling Me B2. Mella Dee – Higher Frequencies (Harry McCanna Remix)