Review: Merging master in the art of anthemic new disco is producer YellowLight! Bringing two remixers of his trance, UK dance pop and synthy stringed style to ISM in "Be Lonely", it sets up a deep and rhythmic vibe for Yam Who? to deliver a slo-mo disco remake that doubles down on its beats! Something more progressive, new wave and gothic with touches of Italo inspires Noviomagum's version that all stems from a single that dips into a pool of freeform fusion.
Review: Janet Jackson provides some vocal inspiration here, as Anthony O'Brien, a member of Cork-based multimedia collective Generic People, lifts a few lines from 'Go Deep' for his latest solo outing. 'Up All Night' itself is supplied in three rubs: the Start Of Night version is a lightweight nu-disco chugger, Jason Busteed's remix is druggier and electro-tinged, while the space-y, weirded-out End Of Night Version is one for 5am floors. Elsewhere, 'Getting' recalls northern European synth-pop of the early 80s while 'Love Is Coming' is a psychedelic raga/dirge. An EP that will suit those who prize experimentation and innovation over instant dancefloor appeal.
Review: Kellini may not be Norway's most famous exponent of nu-disco, but his track record is undeniably impressive. Further proof arrives via "Same Same But Different", a decidedly glassy-eyed and Balearic three-tracker made in cahoots with newcomer Lazy Kay. Throughout, it's the yawning, sun-baked warmth of his synth-pop influenced chord progressions and the glistening brightness of the guitar flourishes that catches the ear. Title track and opener "Same Same But Different" sets the tone via bubbly mid-tempo beats and heaps of summery colour, while "Outchill" is the audio equivalent of wrapping yourself in a warm blanket to gaze at an autumnal Adriatic sunset. If you require a little more energy, head for the woozy synth solos, jaunty grooves and restless cowbells of closing cut "Got To".
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