TWO FAITH — 現在 / The Current (ron Trent Mixes)

Two Faith – 現在 / THE CURRENT (RON TRENT MIXES) arrives on Rush Hour as catalog RH-STOREJPN14, a 12-inch 45 RPM deep-house release that revisits a fleeting early-2000s Japanese project through the lens of Ron Trent’s extended mixes. The two nine-minute tracks, each occupying a side, give the original EP a new physical home and a fresh rhythmic focus for contemporary sets. Within Rush Hour’s 2026 output, this record follows a string of dance-floor oriented releases such as Dream 2 Science’s “MY LOVE TURNS TO LIQUID” (RHRSS41) and Dea’s “FAIRLIGHT” (RH-STOREJAMS030), both issued earlier in the year. The label’s recent catalog has leaned toward deep-house and experimental grooves, and the Two Faith issue continues that trajectory, pairing a historic Japanese house source with a globally recognised remix aesthetic. Side A opens with “Ron Trent’s Nite Grooves Mix”, a sprawling nine-minute interpretation that retains the vocal phrasing of the original while expanding the groove into a hypnotic, late-night flow. Trent’s treatment emphasizes a steady pulse and subtle shifts in texture, making the track suitable for both peak-time build-ups and more reflective moments in a set. The companion “Ron Trent’s Nite Grooves Dub Mix” on side B strips back the vocal element, focusing instead on the dub-style echo and rhythmic interplay that highlight Trent’s signature deep-house sensibility. The dub version offers DJs a tool for extended mixing, with its spacious arrangement allowing seamless transitions into or out of more percussive selections. For Two Faith, the original EP consisted solely of these two Trent mixes, making this reissue the definitive physical statement of the project’s output. Within the limited discography, the release showcases how a brief Japanese house moment can be reframed through an internationally respected producer, reinforcing the cross-cultural dialogue that deep house often nurtures. From a collector’s standpoint, the record appeals to those who value rare regional scenes and the archival potential of vinyl. DJs with a penchant for deep, elongated grooves will find the 45 RPM speed advantageous, delivering higher fidelity and a tighter low-end response that suits nuanced mixing. The length of each side encourages thoughtful placement in a set, whether as a centerpiece for a dusk-to-dawn progression or as a mood-setting interlude. The 12-inch format, cut at 45 RPM, preserves the expansive timing of both mixes while offering the sonic clarity prized by vinyl enthusiasts. The record’s deep-house orientation and the involvement of Ron Trent make it a noteworthy addition to any crate that explores the intersection of early-2000s Japanese house and contemporary deep-house aesthetics. Two Faith – 現在 / THE CURRENT (RON TRENT MIXES), Rush Hour, catalog RH-STOREJPN14, 12-inch vinyl, two tracks. Tracklist: A1. Two Faith – Ron Trent's Nite Grooves Mix A2. Two Faith – Ron Trent's Nite Grooves Dub Mix