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Blue
HCR 164D
26 Mar 12
Uplifting Trance
Blue by Michael Jay Parker on High Contrast Holland Cue Track
Blue - (7:21) 132 BPM
Blue by Michael Jay Parker on High Contrast Holland Cue Track
Drop Out - (6:43) 132 BPM Biggest-selling track on this release
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Played by: Jan Vervloet
Review: High Contrast continue to hold their own in the top tier after many years, largely down to their knack of finding and developing fresh talent. All of which is proven on this latest single from Germanys' Michael Jay Parker. With previous singles 'Steam' and 'Rampage' setting the tone, he now comes into his own here with two tracks packed full of fire. 'Blue' is big ballsy stuff, with a growling bottom end and razor sharp beats that will lift the energy levels sky-high. 'Drop Out' on the flip is equally as powerful, albeit with a slightly softer attack and uplifting melodies. Two absolute belters from this promising talent.
Down Under
LEVARE 033
30 May 11
Uplifting Trance
Down Under by Michael Jay Parker on Levare Recordings Cue Track
Down Under - (6:59) 134 BPM Biggest-selling track on this release
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Identity
LANGE 026
05 Apr 10
Uplifting Trance
Identity by Michael Jay Parker on Lange Recordings Cue Track
Identity (original mix) - (6:19) 136 BPM
Identity by Michael Jay Parker on Lange Recordings Cue Track
Identity (club mix) - (7:46) 134 BPM
Identity by Michael Jay Parker on Lange Recordings Cue Track
Identity (Daniel Wanrooy remix) - (8:27) 133 BPM
Identity by Michael Jay Parker on Lange Recordings Cue Track
Identity (Paul Vernon remix) - (7:12) 131 BPM Biggest-selling track on this release
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Identity
LANGE 026
22 Mar 10
Uplifting Trance
Identity by Michael Jay Parker on Lange Recordings Cue Track
Identity - (6:19) 136 BPM
Identity by Michael Jay Parker on Lange Recordings Cue Track
Identity (club mix) - (7:46) 134 BPM
Identity by Michael Jay Parker on Lange Recordings Cue Track
Identity (Daniel Wanrooy remix) - (8:27) 133 BPM
Identity by Michael Jay Parker on Lange Recordings Cue Track
Identity (Paul Vernon remix) - (7:12) 131 BPM
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Ipanema
HCR 193D
01 Oct 12
Uplifting Trance
Ipanema by Michael Jay Parker on High Contrast Holland Cue Track
Ipanema - (6:19) 128 BPM
Ipanema by Michael Jay Parker on High Contrast Holland Cue Track
Bangin - (6:50) 128 BPM Biggest-selling track on this release
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Review: High Contrast has reigned supreme in the techier climbs of trance for many years, having catapulted countless producers to stardom. The key to their longevity is their ability to find and nurture new talent, which is once again proven with fast rising German Michael Jay Parker. With releases on Flashover, and Garuda, and tracks like 'Rampage' and 'Monostep' getting plays all over he is back with a blinder of an EP. 'Ipanema' is an energetic and futuristic trancer with an inviting uplifting lead and flawless production. On the flip he goes techier and more driving with (the aptly titled) 'Bangin'.. Both deserving of peak-time spins.

Monostep
FLASH 045
03 Aug 09
Uplifting Trance
Monostep by Michael Jay Parker on Flashover Recordings Holland Cue Track
Monostep (Melodic mix) - (8:53) 132 BPM
Monostep by Michael Jay Parker on Flashover Recordings Holland Cue Track
Monostep (Monotone mix) - (9:27) 132 BPM Biggest-selling track on this release
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Played by: Jan Oostdyk
Rampage
HCNB097D
25 Apr 11
Uplifting Trance
Rampage by Michael Jay Parker on High Contrast Nubreed Holland Cue Track
Electric Avenue - (7:59) 130 BPM
Rampage by Michael Jay Parker on High Contrast Nubreed Holland Cue Track
Rampage - (7:16) 132 BPM Biggest-selling track on this release
from $1.03
Played by: Bobina
Review: High Contrast NuBreed label, doing what it says on the tin. With instant props and radio plays from the likes of Ferry Corsten, this is sure to be the turning point in German producer Michael Jay Parkers career. Two killer tracks flying straight into peaktime spots they are sure to appeal to the tech trance heads and more melodic fans alike. 'Electric Avenue' is a expertly crafted piece of music with a hook that wont escape your head for days. However, our pick is 'Rampage' on the flip for its in your face break and brasher floor-rocking synth lead.
Steam
HCR 161D
30 Jan 12
Uplifting Trance
Steam by Michael Jay Parker on High Contrast Holland Cue Track
Steam - (7:57) 128 BPM
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Shinowata
GARUDA 029D
05 Dec 11
Uplifting Trance
Shinowata by Michael Jay Parker/Jan Miller on Garuda Cue Track
Shinowata - (6:59) 134 BPM Biggest-selling track on this release
Shinowata by Michael Jay Parker/Jan Miller on Garuda Cue Track
Shinowata (Paul Webster remix) - (7:53) 140 BPM
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Sundown
TLT 022
27 Feb 12
Uplifting Trance
Sundown by Michael Jay Parker/Jan Miller on Tool Records! Cue Track
Sundown - (7:38) 136 BPM
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