Rotciv is back with his new EP ‘Memory’, which marks the 20th release on Beartrax’s label Melodize. Throughout the record, the Berlin-based and native Brazilian producer explores his signature dark, mysterious, and atmospheric vibes. These vibes are shaped by the underground and queer club nights. The dance-floors that fuel his sound are refined over almost 30 years behind the decks.
The EP maintains Melodize’s specialized sound deep-rooted in moody electronic principles. It opens with ‘Memory’, which presents a piercing, dark, synth dynamic. There are rich tonal textures in both harmony and melodies alike. Unapologetic, yet calming and reminiscent of a slow drive through the winter nights; cold, yet bold, sharp, and comforting.
First to remix ‘Memory’ with a nostalgic, synth-heavy 80’s remix is Frankfurt-based DJ, producer, and visual artist Chinaski. Integrating his signature bold synth hooks into the track, Chinaski knows how to roll in with longing sentimentality. The remix features a bouncier approach with re-envisioned acoustic percussion and catchy synth arps, along with an eery dark disco feel.
B Side
On the B side, Rotciv kicks in with ‘Trintage’, which gives a sinister sensation with its hypnotising bass synth lines alongside contrasting, choir-like pads. Seeping with articulate poly-rhythmic synth arps, Trintage guides the listener to be indulged into a dream-like state. The EP exists on the border between both digital and analogue soundscapes. The music blurs the lines between fantasy and reality.
Next up is New York-based Facets, founder of Samo Records. He takes on the next remix for ‘Trintage’. This version has a more electro-grunge techno approach. It consists of heavier four-to-the-floor kicks. These kicks accompany Rotciv’s hypnotic textures. Having shifted the synth melody rhythmically, a sense of space and tension is created within the soundworld of this track. The play between gritty bass-end synths along with softer, textured high-ends helps emphasize the groove injected into this remix.
One last remix of ‘Memory’ by Melodize’s own label founder, Beartrax, rounds out the EP. Available exclusively via digital bonus, Beartrax features his deeply hypnotic aesthetic by driving in ethereal synths alongside cosmic arps and slow-rolling rhythmic and pulsating groove lines.
This EP will be released on vinyl on the 21st of November followed by the digital release and bonus track on the 28th of November.
Tracklist:
- A1: Rotciv – Memory
- A2: Rotciv – Memory (Chinaski Remix)
- B1: Rotciv – Trintage
- B2: Rotciv – Trintage (Facets Remix)
- Digital Bonus – Rotciv – Memory (Beartrax Remix)
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