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Delving into an ever-growing archive of blue-chip releases, GMJ & Matter end the year with a compilation of the highest quality. "Meanwhile Impressions - 2023" is a new series that takes a retrospective look back at another year chock full of musical highs after another phenomenally successful year for the label. Combining original works from the likes of Simos Tagias, label head-honchos themselves and fellow countryman, Jamie Stevens, remixes come from industry icons such as Hernan Cattaneo & Marcelo Vasami, and Cid Inc. Adding further to the smooth sonic latticework, rising stars Mike Rish, Tantum and Ruben Karapetyan fit elegantly into the 12-track showcase that is the perfect snapshot of an exciting year before Meanwhile continues its assault on the progressive house scene throughout 2024. Directed by GMJ & Matter Mastered by Cid Inc. Design by Matter Text by James Warren
GMJ, Matter, Alex O'Rion, Ezequiel Arias, Jamie Stevens, Jiminy Hop, Mike Rish, Simos Tagias, Tantum, Ivan Aliaga, Ruben Karapetyan
Bio: GMJ & Matter need little introduction to the underground dance cognoscenti. In demand producers and DJs with a beguiling sound that defines modern progressive house, the Australian duo return to Balance Music with their 'Helioflow' EP. Both prodigious artists in their own rights with a slew of high profile releases to their name, the Australian duo first came to prominence as a collaborative force with their May 2016 'Superposition' EP on Proton Music. Since then, GMJ & Matter have continued to see their careers hit stratospheric heights as international DJs, producers and label owners. Now returning to Balance Music for the first time since 2019's 'Emerge' EP, alongside fellow countryman, FunkForm, the 'Helioflow' title track is a glorious modern progressive house gem. Full of trademark production characteristics, a heavy kick and hypnotic percussive groove lays the foundation for swirling white noise fuelled pads to rise and fall gently. Before long, a filtered synth line enters the fray liberally coated in sweeping delays and cavernous reverb. Evolving easily to the mid point, textured elements and motifs combine in a haunting breakdown before the powerful rhythmic foundation drops back in to create a pulsating closing movement. Imagine sitting on a high rise building with your legs dangling from the edge—that's the adventure on offer in 'Skyline Depth. ' The drum section takes you on an enveloping ride through shuffling hats and tightly bound percussion, all accentuated by dream like synths and samples awash in the most glorious reverb. The journey culminates in a sensational breakdown, where balmy, mirage haze melodies rise in the distance. This is a track to share with friends on early morning dancefloors as the sun rises.
Bio: GMJ & Matter need little introduction to the underground dance cognoscenti. In demand producers and DJs with a beguiling sound that defines modern progressive house, the Australian duo return to Balance Music with their 'Helioflow' EP. Both prodigious artists in their own rights with a slew of high profile releases to their name, the Australian duo first came to prominence as a collaborative force with their May 2016 'Superposition' EP on Proton Music. Since then, GMJ & Matter have continued to see their careers hit stratospheric heights as international DJs, producers and label owners. Now returning to Balance Music for the first time since 2019's 'Emerge' EP, alongside fellow countryman, FunkForm, the 'Helioflow' title track is a glorious modern progressive house gem. Full of trademark production characteristics, a heavy kick and hypnotic percussive groove lays the foundation for swirling white noise fuelled pads to rise and fall gently. Before long, a filtered synth line enters the fray liberally coated in sweeping delays and cavernous reverb. Evolving easily to the mid point, textured elements and motifs combine in a haunting breakdown before the powerful rhythmic foundation drops back in to create a pulsating closing movement. Imagine sitting on a high rise building with your legs dangling from the edge—that's the adventure on offer in 'Skyline Depth. ' The drum section takes you on an enveloping ride through shuffling hats and tightly bound percussion, all accentuated by dream like synths and samples awash in the most glorious reverb. The journey culminates in a sensational breakdown, where balmy, mirage haze melodies rise in the distance. This is a track to share with friends on early morning dancefloors as the sun rises.
As Meanwhile Horizons readies itself for an 18th impressive release, Matter and Eric Lune join forces for an Australian triple-tracker on "Starlight / Memory Burn / EyeAndYou". Both shining lights within the progressive fraternity, Melbourne-based Matter and Eric Lune are individually responsible for a plethora of high-profile releases on such leading imprints as Balance Music, Vapour Recordings and Proton Music. Now the co-founder of the Meanwhile brand joins forces with a label debutant as Meanwhile Horizons brings together Matter and Eric Lune for their collaborative debut. Replete with trademark progressive house tropes, "Starlight" opens proceedings with a typically smooth and luscious sonic landscape. A heavy beat and shimmering percussive backdrop combine with rippling arpeggio to pave the way for a lead motif that takes centre stage. Full of warm feelgood overtones, subtle vocal textures build as layers of new melody and pitched synth effects create an elegant and blissful wall of sound. "Memory Burn" offers a slightly faster-paced touch with its kick / snare combination and triplet hi-hat shuffle. A muted arpeggio soon enters the fray as its open filter cadence sits perfectly within the rhythmic backdrop. Adding dancefloor flavour, a smooth bassline sequence creates a stunning emotive atmosphere while a floating synth lead hits its zenith at the mid-point before dropping away to deliver a stunning new grooved bassline. Combining effortlessly in the second half, rhythm, melody and bass sizzle and sparkle in majestic fashion. The final track finds a chunky rhythmic framework laying the foundation for a huge bassline groove to propel "EyeAndYou" into Ibiza dancefloor territory. Syncopated synth riffs sparkle while vocal flourishes and glassy keys create counterpoint melody aplenty as they pan across the stereo spectrum. The result is a delicate and effortless affair that resonates with a Way Out West / Jody Wisternoff air. Three tracks from Matter and Eric Lune light up new horizons through "Starlight / Memory Burn / EyeAndYou". Directed by GMJ & Matter Mastered by Cid Inc. Design by Matter Text by James Warren