- French record label, Hypnotic Music, return to the scene with the Various 03, the third installment of their Various series which showcases the talents that exist on this quality French label. With this release, they showcase what the likes of Alex Millan and Tom Pooks have to offer.
First up on the a-side is Alex Millan with Maria Rosa. I’ll say it from the outset, that this track is quite simply one of the best, if not the best track I have heard this year so far. Pure chunky drumbeats build this track up in the first minute or so, before it takes a momentary break that sees atmospheric murmurs combine with a cheeky ‘I Like It’ vocal sample. The track then explodes into a pure driving house affair where the baseline is exceedingly addictive, and the drums crisp and delightful. The baseline soon cuts out and the drums go solo momentarily before it hits the breakdown where swirling effects intertwine with the re-introduced rumbling baseline. Hot, Very Hot!! As is the reintroduction of the drums as it explodes into action once again. An amazing production.
Tom Pooks adds his touch on the b-side with Tonight. Quite a nice quirky tech house cut that rolls effortlessly with smooth crisp drums and a nice synth stab that is quite subtle. Gritty baselines roll on as do quirky effects that subtly rattle in the background. As the track builds, the stabs get slightly heavier, and effected vocal samples are introduced adding a cheeky little element to a very good production.
A fantastic release on Hypnotic, and one that should firmly mark the quality that is on show at this brilliant label.