TEEMON, POOMBA — Hopeless EP

Teemon & Poomba – HOPELESS EP arrives on Melodize as catalogue MELOD023, a 12-inch vinyl that navigates the border between dance-floor euphoria and dark disco mood. The Madrid duo’s latest outing fuses Hi-NRG sparkle with a shadowy undercurrent, delivering four tracks that feel like a glitchy transmission from another decade or perhaps another galaxy. Within Melodize’s recent output, HOPELESS EP follows a string of releases that have explored similar territory. Earlier in 2026 the label put out Undo & Casiowaves’ CHEMICAL EYES EP (MELOD022) and Lauer’s K1M FANTASY EP (MELOD021), while 2025 saw Zobol’s KILLING CULTURE EP (MELOD019) and Beartrax’s OPAQUE (MELOD018). The progression from the synth-driven textures of those records to Teemon & Poomba’s blend of pop house and indie house underscores Melodize’s commitment to forward-looking dance music that still reveres its retro roots. Side A opens with “Hopeless”, a track that thrusts the listener into a wormhole of cavernous bass, propulsive kick drums, warp-like effects and glittering synths, punctuated by a distant vocal fragment that drifts through the darkness. The energy is immediate and intense, making it a strong opener for a set that seeks to build tension. The second cut, “Hopeless (Amirali Remix)”, eases the initial intensity while retaining the ear-worm synth line. Amirali’s background as a classically trained pianist informs a more melodic, celestial development, allowing the track to climb gradually and offer a smoother, yet still hypnotic, groove for the middle of a set. Side B begins with “Moon Connections”, a contrast to the A-side’s wormhole descent. Here, sharp percussive elements provide a grounding foundation beneath glittering high synths, while a spoken-word line, filtered through a space-age radio vibe, adds a narrative thread. Deep warp effects envelop the mix, sending the listener toward a star-filled horizon. The final cut, “Moon Connections (Eagles & Butterflies Remix)”, brings the journey back to earth with a chilled, deep-house-adjacent feel. A heavily filtered guitar line wraps around a softened groove, evoking a sunrise after a long night on the floor and offering a perfect comedown moment. For Teemon & Poomba, HOPELESS EP adds a distinct entry to their catalog of nostalgic yet forward-thinking productions, aligning with Melodize’s recent emphasis on synth-rich, dance-floor ready releases. The EP’s blend of Hi-NRG euphoria, dark disco dread and indie house sensibility situates it comfortably within contemporary underground scenes that prize both retro homage and fresh sonic twists. From a DJ’s perspective, the record supplies a versatile toolkit: “Hopeless” works as a high-energy peak-time selection, while the Amirali remix provides a smoother transition into more melodic territory. “Moon Connections” offers a percussive, space-themed mood for deeper, more experimental moments, and the Eagles & Butterflies remix supplies a gentle, sun-lit closure suitable for winding down a set or bridging to more relaxed tracks. Collectors will appreciate the cohesive sequencing and the way each side tells its own narrative arc. The release is pressed on 12-inch vinyl, matching the format of its recent label mates and delivering the tactile experience prized by vinyl enthusiasts. Teemon & Poomba – HOPELESS EP, Melodize, catalogue MELOD023, 12-inch vinyl, four tracks. Tracklist: A1. Teemon & Poomba – Hopeless A2. Teemon & Poomba – Hopeless (Amirali Remix) B1. Teemon & Poomba – Moon Connections B2. Teemon & Poomba – Moon Connections (Eagles & Butterflies Remix)