MODEX — Ojas

Modex – Ojas The new 12-inch from Neptune Discs (catalogue ND043) arrives as the label’s latest entry in its 2026 trance-techno line-up. Modex, previously heard on Gestalt Records with the 2023 “Adventures Of An Omnivoyant Mind”, steps into Neptune’s orbit with a record that blends old-school trance sensibilities with a glossy, almost otherworldly sheen. The release, slated for early December, offers four cuts that explore rolling grooves and a persistent, hypnotic drive. Within Neptune Discs’ recent output, Ojas follows a string of releases that have defined the label’s current aesthetic. Earlier in the year the label issued Match Box and Mixolydian’s “Infected” (ND041) and the double-LP “7 Rotations of Neptune Discs” (ND042), both of which leaned into experimental club textures. Modex’s entry continues this trajectory, pushing the trance framework into a denser, head-down territory while retaining the label’s penchant for forward-moving rhythm work. Side A opens with “Substance”, a track that immediately establishes the record’s pearlescent ambience. The groove rolls forward with a repeating pattern that feels both propulsive and meditative, setting a tone that is simultaneously energetic and introspective. Its counterpart, “Grounding”, follows the same rhythmic foundation but introduces a subtle shift in atmosphere, pulling the listener deeper into the record’s undulating bass currents. Together, the two A-side cuts create a seamless progression that balances tension and release, ideal for building momentum in a set. Side B begins with “Breathing”, a composition that picks up the rolling momentum while adding a slightly more expansive feel. The track’s structure allows DJs to layer it over a range of tempos, offering a breath-like pause before the record’s climax. The final cut, “Zenith Dream Machin e”, caps the journey with a heightened sense of urgency. Its title suggests a peak, and the music delivers a driving intensity that can serve as a powerful closing statement or a springboard into a darker, more kinetic portion of a set. Ojas sits comfortably within Modex’s modest discography, extending the sonic palette first revealed on the Gestalt release. While the earlier record explored more abstract textures, this Neptune offering leans into a trance-techno hybrid that feels both nostalgic and forward-thinking, reflecting the label’s current direction toward dense, immersive dancefloor experiences. For DJs, the record offers two distinct pairings: the A-side works as a building block for longer, progressive sets, while the B-side provides moments of release and heightened energy. The consistent groove across all four tracks makes the EP suitable for both peak-time peaks and deeper, late-night passages, especially when mixed with other Neptune cuts that share a similar kinetic thrust. The release arrives as a standard 12-inch vinyl, presenting the four tracks in their full analog length. Its format ensures the warm, tactile experience that suits the record’s hypnotic, head-down character, making it a practical addition for collectors who favour the physical medium. Modex – Ojas, Neptune Discs, catalogue ND043, 12-inch vinyl, four tracks. Tracklist: A1. Modex – Substance A2. Modex – Grounding B1. Modex – Breathing B2. Modex – Zenith Dream Machin e