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Kostya Outta, an international artist, is a regular performer on the global club scene. He has played across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, collaborating with artists like Dmitry Molosh and Tantum. He has also shared stages with Aly & Fila, Amonita, Robert Babicz, Rauschhaus, Sander van Doorn, Westbam, and many others. Kostya Outta brings a unique touch to his gigs, which he describes as “a sound from outta space.”

Alisha is making waves in the Progressive House scene. She performs worldwide and shares stages with renowned artists like Kasper Koman, Dmitry Molosh, Kostya Outta, Juan Ibanez, and others. Alisha’s artistic journey began in 2014 when she graduated from one of the world’s top ballet schools in Minsk, Belarus. A classically trained pianist with a deep appreciation for diverse music genres, Alisha discovered her true passion for DJing. She channels her unique musical perspective into her sets, which are known for their depth and distinctive energy. Her sets resonate with audiences and spark positive emotions. With her impeccable musical taste, Alisha continues to captivate listeners at top events in the Progressive House genre.







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[item value="10"]Kostya Outta, Alisha - The Odyssey [/item]
[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"] Kostya Outta and Alisha’s collaboration, The Odyssey, stands as a brilliant display of modern progressive house craftsmanship, clocking in at a steady 122 BPM. The track opens with a deep, pulsating bassline that immediately anchors the listener, creating the rhythmic drive that defines its groove. The carefully sculpted kick drum and percussive layers provide a thumping, yet clean low-end foundation, while subtle syncopated hi-hats and toms contribute to a sense of forward momentum and dynamic energy. The seamless transitions between sections demonstrate remarkable production skill, with build-ups that swell naturally and drops that release tension in satisfying waves, maintaining perfect energy flow throughout. The melodic content is equally captivating. Ethereal synth stabs, airy harmonic pads, and distant distorted voices weave together a cinematic atmosphere that feels immersive and mystical. The harmonic layering is excellently balanced, creating rich textures without overcrowding the mix. Such attention to sound design and spatial effects allows the track to breathe, enveloping the listener in a three-dimensional audio space. The arrangement demonstrates originality by blending classic progressive motifs with unexpected, modern touches, ensuring that every section contributes to a cohesive storytelling journey. Dynamic range is carefully preserved, lending the track both impact and clarity whether played in intimate listening environments or large-scale festival settings. From a technical standpoint, The Odyssey excels in balancing loudness with dynamic expression, maintaining BPM consistency and easy sync potential for DJs. Its intro and outro are structured for seamless cueing, loop points, and extended mixing, making it a versatile addition to club and festival sets. The production reflects a high level of artistic identity, with creativity evident in the nuanced use of effects, reverb tails, and spatial delays that enhance its hypnotic character. The track’s emotional resonance lies in its ability to evoke feelings of escapism and wonder, drawing listeners into an auditory voyage that feels both personal and universal. Beyond the dance floor, music like The Odyssey holds positive implications for mental and physical wellness. Research has indicated that deep, rhythmic music at moderate tempos can reduce stress and support mindfulness practices (Thoma et al., 2013). In fitness and yoga classes, music with steady BPM and flowing harmonic progressions has been shown to enhance focus, improve physical performance, and promote a meditative state (Karageorghis & Priest, 2012). Moreover, the immersive nature of cinematic electronic music can stimulate the brain’s reward system, triggering dopamine release and improving mood (Salimpoor et al., 2011). As such, tracks like this not only energize dance floors but can also support mental health routines, wellness sessions, and creative flow states. The Odyssey is a perfect example of how technical excellence, emotional depth, and physiological benefits intersect in modern electronic music. It is a track built for movement, mindfulness, and emotional uplift, representing the finest aspects of progressive house. #PureGold Loveit[/content]
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Suggested Bibliography:
Thoma, M. V., Ryf, S., Mohiyeddini, C., Ehlert, U., & Nater, U. M. (2013). Emotion regulation through listening to music in everyday situations. Cognition and Emotion, 27(3), 534–543.
Karageorghis, C. I., & Priest, D. L. (2012). Music in the exercise domain: A review and synthesis (Part I). International Review of Sport and Exercise Psychology, 5(1), 44–66.
Salimpoor, V. N., Benovoy, M., Larcher, K., Dagher, A., & Zatorre, R. J. (2011). Anatomically distinct dopamine release during anticipation and experience of peak emotion to music. Nature Neuroscience, 14(2), 257–262.




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Uniting Forces: Kasey Taylor and Gai Barone Release "Distance Between Us" and "From AFAR" on Afterglow Records

The global electronic music scene is set to be transformed with the release of two collaborative tracks by renowned artists Kasey Taylor and Gai Barone. Entitled "Distance Between Us" and "From AFAR," these progressive house tracks promise to captivate listeners with their innovative soundscapes and emotional depth. Released under the esteemed Berlin-based Afterglow Records, run by Elef, these tracks are already creating waves in the electronic music community.

Kasey Taylor, a pioneering figure in the Australian dance music scene, has a rich history of international success. His profound impact over the years has been solidified through his leadership of multiple record labels and his role in nurturing new talent. Now, with "Distance Between Us," Taylor introduces a fresh sound that will undoubtedly resonate with a new generation of music enthusiasts.





Joining forces with Taylor is Italy's Gai Barone, an artist celebrated for his innovative approach and emotionally charged productions. His ability to seamlessly blend genres has earned him a dedicated global fanbase and has seen him perform in over a dozen countries. Known for his meticulous craftsmanship, Barone's contributions to "Distance Between Us" and "From AFAR" are expected to elevate the tracks to new heights.




The synergy between Kasey Taylor and Gai Barone is palpable in these new releases. "Distance Between Us" and "From AFAR" are masterfully crafted progressive house tracks, each pulsating at 123 BPM. These tracks are a testament to the artists’ shared vision and commitment to pushing the boundaries of electronic music.

Adding another layer of intrigue to the release is a striking remix by Four Candles, which complements the original compositions with a unique spin, further showcasing the diversity and richness of the electronic dance music genre.

As the world of electronic music continues to evolve, collaborations such as this one not only celebrate the talents of individual artists but also highlight the genre’s capacity for innovation and emotional expression.

"Distance Between Us" and "From AFAR" are  available on Afterglow Records through Black Hole Records distribution. 

About Afterglow Records:
Based in Berlin, Afterglow Records is a leading label in the electronic music scene, known for its dedication to high-quality sound and innovative releases. Under the guidance of Elef, Afterglow Records continues to shape the future of music, one groundbreaking release at a time.

Stay tuned as we embark on this exciting musical journey with Kasey Taylor and Gai Barone, where boundaries are blurred, and unity is forged through sound.





Dimitris Kechagias Review:
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[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]Kasey Taylor and Gai Barone present a stellar collaboration with their tracks "Distance Between Us" and "From AFAR," both released under Afterglow Records. As compositions that sit confidently at 123 BPM, they offer a vivid exploration of deep melodic progressive house and trance, elevated by their rich textures and organic elements. From a technical standpoint, these tracks are a masterclass in sound design, showcasing layers of warm synths intertwined with cinematic sound effects that evoke emotion and depth. The meticulous production work is evident in the clean, crisp soundscape, ensuring that every beat and synth line resonates with clarity and purpose. The warmth of the synths combined with the intricacies of the arrangement creates a sonic experience that is both enveloping and thought-provoking. "Distance Between Us" stands out with its innovative use of distorted synths, which metaphorically represent the distance created by technology when connectivity falters. The track's intricate layering and progression keep listeners engaged, creating an anticipation for the next evolution in its sonic journey. The cosmic effects woven into the track add a mystical quality, further enhancing its appeal and allure. The "Four Candles" remix of "Distance From Us" takes the original track to new heights, delivering a playful arrangement that highlights the creative genius behind the remix. Its clever structuring echoes the classic arrangements of Oliver Lieb, offering a nostalgic yet fresh take that is bound to captivate fans of hypnotic progressive music. Overall, Taylor and Barone have crafted tracks that are not only technically impressive but also resonate on a deeper emotional level. They invite listeners on a journey of self-discovery and introspection, offering a rich auditory tapestry that stands out in today's music landscape, often criticized for its superficiality. These compositions are a testament to the duo's artistic vision and their commitment to creating music that is both innovative and soulful. If you appreciate music that transcends the ordinary and elevates your senses, these tracks are not to be missed. #PureGold Love IT [/content]
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Renowned Australian dance music artist Kasey Taylor has made a significant impact on the scene, particularly in his hometown of Melbourne. His talent was recognized by John Digweed in the mid-1990s, who invited Taylor to perform at his renowned Bedrock night in London. This pivotal moment propelled Taylor’s music to a global audience, leading to international exposure and a permanent relocation to Portugal to accommodate his growing international bookings.

Currently, Taylor holds creative control over three esteemed record labels: Vapour Recordings, a highly respected imprint founded in 2006 and boasting over 150 releases; eVapour8, a 23-year-old subsidiary that achieved significant success by topping the Beatport charts with its debut release; and Lo-Fi 45, a new venture where Taylor mentors local Australian talent.

2019 marks a transformative year for Taylor, marked by both personal and creative rejuvenation. He is also embarking on a comprehensive rebranding strategy. Vapour Recordings has undergone a revamp, introducing a new online portal that will coincide with an exciting release roster of fresh music, captivating audiences with some of the genre’s most prominent figures.

In addition to these developments, Taylor has a packed bookings schedule, setting the stage for one of Australia’s most popular dance music artists to introduce himself to a new generation of enthusiasts.




Over a decade of distinguished career, Gai Barone has established himself as one of electronic music’s most sought-after artists. Renowned musician and Italian native, he has consistently captivated the industry as a highly skilled producer. Driven by an unwavering pursuit of creating uniquely memorable and emotionally resonant music, Barone’s sonic journey has been marked by exceptional craftsmanship. His ability to seamlessly blend genres has resulted in a sound that is distinctly his own. This unique cross-pollination and meticulous attention to detail evoke profound emotional responses on a spiritual level. This remarkable talent has garnered widespread recognition, as his innovative and organic creations have garnered favor among the most influential artists in the industry. This elite status has enabled Barone to travel the world, showcasing his unique vision to audiences in Belgium, Canada, Egypt, Germany, Japan, the Netherlands, Spain, the United Kingdom, and the United States. While his creations have garnered immense popularity among music enthusiasts globally, Barone’s unwavering commitment to perfection continues to propel his artistic evolution, promising boundless possibilities for his exceptional talents.



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A veteran DJ/Producer with over 18 years of the industry. His musical prowess has earned coveted spots on prestigious platforms like BBC Radio 6 Music, Ultra Music Festival, and the illustrious Daybreak Sessions playlist at Tomorrowland. Embraced by the luminaries of the scene his creations garner support from the likes of Hernan Cattaneo, Nick Warren, Nicole Moudaber, Danny Tenaglia, Dubfire, Sasha, John Digweed, Solomun, Aly & Fila, John OO Fleming, Guy Mantzur, Nakadia and a legion of other industry giants. With multiple chart-topping tracks crowned #1 in USHUAIA magazine and Beatport elite top 5.


"Lunar" by Black 8 is masterclass in balancing aggression and melody. The track's pulsating bass and commanding beat give way to an otherworldly melody that adds emotional depth and complexity. The interplay between the two elements is seamless, creating a dynamic journey that appeals to fans of both progressive and melodic house. With its varied textures and emotional resonance, "Lunar" is a standout track that's sure to elevate any DJ Set or playlist.


"Bayek of Siwa", a cinematic and intense track that transports listeners to the ancient deserts of Egypt. The haunting ambiance and Middle Eastern instrumentation evoke a sense of mystery and authenticity, while the aggressive drums and pulsating strings convey Bayek's unwavering determination and strength. The track builds to a climactic climax, reflecting the intensity of Bayek's battles and emotional journey. With its unique blend of modern and traditional elements, "Bayek of Siwa" is here to awake the Gods in the desert.
 

Dimitris Kechagias Review:
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[item value="10"]Black 8 - Lunar EP [/item]
[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]Black 8 enter the realms of the quality progressive label Afterglow Records of the fellow Greek Elef with his stunning Lunar EP. Two incredible tracks that scream to get plays and inclusions in the progressive sets this summer. Lunar is mysterious 120 BPM deep progressive house tribal basslines, pulsating kicks, punchy percussion cinematic airy harps, moody synthy undertones leading to the long melancholic breakdown that builds nicely the suspense and anticipation for the incredible climax when the siren like synthy hook carries the track away like a really dangerous snake ready to attack who ever may disturb it. The second track goes the deep 124 BPM melodic house & techno direction called Bayek Of Siwa with chunky grooves, deep minimal basslines, psy trance infused acid layers and Middle East exotic type of synthy melody in truly hypnotic direction. Two very subliminal tracks with purity, longevity and exceptional atmosphere. #PureGold Love IT  [/content]
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Mike Griego is based in Buenos Aires, the Argentinean DJ and producer has carved out a unique place in the electronic underground. His exacting design, addictive grooves and avant-garde melodies have made for a transcendent sound that continues to unify dancefloors around the world. With a career that now approaches fifteen years and one hundred discography credits, Mike would have to be considered one of progressive music’s elite artists. A meticulous discography reflects his choosy nature; with Replug and Sudbeat serving as the primary landing spots for his musical output.



Dimitri Kechagias review:
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[item value="10"]Mike Griego - Hypnotize feat. Hyboid incl. Sonic Union Remix [/item]
[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]Afterglow is synonymous of awesome progressive well curated by Elef who always manage to pick the finest in electronic music scene. Mike Griego presents his magnificent 9 minutes long anthemic track Hypnotize with solid drum programming, pulsating basslines, slightly balearic airy hi-nrg synths, distorted vocals, cool sonic effects and sound design that will keep you hypnotized on the dancefloor. 120 BPM journey to press play and let your audience feel  all its cool elements, the perfect sonic acupuncture to revitalize your senses.  Sonic Union 125 BPM Remix adopts crunchy grooves, chunky basslines, thumping drums, distorted vocals and put emphasis on the siren like synthy hook that works perfectly to elevate tension to the maximum. Superb breakdown prepares for the full on drop perfect for the peak time of any progressive set. Both are must have's and exclusive on Afterglow. #PureGold Love IT[/content]
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 Kostya Outta is a Poland-based artist with a unique view on House Music, where melodies from space blend with grooves from the soul. His recognisable style and signature sound has propelled his name far beyond his country's border. Since the start of his career, Kostya has managed to perform at many gigs and festivals, and has become a regular on the European club scene. His productions gain regular support from the high end of the scenes DJ's. Above & Beyond, Adriatique, Armin van Buuren, Audiojack, D-Nox, Damian Lazarus, Eelke Kleijn, Guy J, Henry Saiz, Hernan Cattaneo, John Digweed, Joris Voorn, Nick Warren, Paul Oakenfold, Pete Tong, Sebastien Leger, Solomun and many more often have his tracks on their playlists. And it is a similar story in regards to labels; Deepwibe Underground, Mango Alley, Afterglow, Manual Music, Sincopat amongst those keen to list Outta's work.

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Dimitri Kechagias review:
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[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]Kostya Outta enters the Afterglow Records catalogue for 2nd time with his very strong progressive house track Contact Area. We deal here with deep driving tribal progressive house with superb build up and even psy trance influences. He applies upon his chunky playful pulsating grooves some very unique synthy layers in a very playful way by transforming them and stretching them in order to build tension and anticipation with infectious result for the listeners who simply will be easily locked in its sonic space world. Contact Area its progressive house as it should be with clever construction that navigates listeners through its magical world. #PureGold Love IT [/content]
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Check this fan made Afterglow spotify playlist including the label latest releases.


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 Since forming less than a year ago, Mind Of Us have emerged as ones to watch across the global underground scene Within just a few short months, they have seen their tracks and EPs signed to labels that include Sound Avenue, Freegrant, Stellar Fountain, Dissident, Krafted, Arrvl, and Pro B Tech to name just a few. Their exclusive private edits on Tinlicker Fractal and Pryda Aftermath are in constant demand, whilst Univack, Sound Avenue, Capital Heaven, Journey Deep, Mirabilis, Stellar Fountain and Dissident are amongst the many labels that have secured remixes from the guys. Their hypnotic melodic productions are filling dance floors across the planet from Berlin to Bogota, and with support and influence from artists and labels across Anjunadeep, Knee Deep In Sound, and Lost & Found, the future looks bright


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[content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]Afterglow is considered to be one of the most forward thinking record labels releasing always exceptional tracks ready for immediate and extensive club plays. The ultra talented UK trio Mind Of Us present their fantastic progressive adventure Amanda. Deep driving melodic progressive house with tribal percussion, deep pounding baselines, thumping kicks, great warm up rhythm to dance along and shake your booty with closed eyes and very open ears. The various synths layers added beautifully and gradually to keep you hooked for the nearly 8 minutes long anthem. Whispering heavenly female vocals work like a treat to add the lethargic hypnotic feel to the track that pushes all the right buttons leading to its dreamy and highly infectious climax that is simply irresistible and hook your mind instantly! Revolving and evolving this is progressive house as it should be! #PureGold Love IT[/content]
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check it on Beatport

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 [item value="10"]Plastic Angel - Distorted Reality (Wellenrausch 2018 Tribute Mix)[/item]
 [content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]The exceptional Wellenrausch are back on Afterglow Deep with their stunning remix on one of the most beautiful trance classics by the German legend with Greek roots Plastic Angel. Distorted Reality is re-imagined as deep melancholic moody avant-garde progressive track with trance and house influences perfect for those moments that you build warm and friendly sonic environment for your dancefloor. Pulsating basslines, chunky grooves, distorted moody haunting synths and of course the sweet melodies of the original sounding like sunrays in a cloudy rainy day. Wellenrausch never fail to impress and stand out so definitely we wait new material from them and we hope more remixes of Plastic Angel classics from his Wash days. #PureGold Love IT [/content]
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 [item value="10"]Bastards of Funk and Sonic Union - The Firefly Dance incl remixes[/item]
 [content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]Bastards of Funk and Sonic Union collaborated for the stunning deep melodic progressive house slammer The Firefly Dance. An excellent truly unique production with house and techno elements merged successfully with warm strings, cinematic details and cool playful synths with melodic riffs that recall the way Fireflies dance in the night. Gai Barone dives deeper to create his mysterious world with adventurous slow moving bubbly grooves, rolling smooth basslines, darker dystopian style synths and cinematic details to keep your mind awake. Finally if you want something that prog house and prog trance will adopt easily you can enjoy the anticipated Forerunners remix which adopts driving playful groove with tough drums, pulsating moving forward basslines, twinking synths, melodramatic strings and superb sound that is very effective to dance and let all the inhibitions disappear slowly and gradually. #PureGold Love IT   [/content]
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 [content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"] Wellenrausch and Gai Barone collaborate for the golden release Heroes of Light  on Afterglow. The original package included the superb vocal and dub versions and the release of the  Jerome Isma-Ae and Alastor Remix has followed. The original track is melodic cosmic progressive trance at its very best with all the dark industrial textures we get on both producers tracks with moody melodies, haunting atmosphere, mysterious spacey synths and the excellent dark male vocals with excellent lyrics that simply win you over from the first listen. It has great low key energy that stimulates your senses and awakes your imagination straight away. On the other hand Jerome Isma-Ae and Alastor Remix is an instrumental rendition on the well known progressive house style of the two stunning talents. Punchy drums, pulsating thumping basslines, dark haunting synths, travelling themes and great breakdown with choir like voices and superb build up towards the full on climax. Without the vocal and only the melodies this remix is classy and ready to be part of Progressive House greatest moments ever. #PureGold Love iT [/content]
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20:42:00


The upcoming afterglow deep release from Nick Stoynoff named "Run Things" along side a massive remix by prog heavyweight  Navid Mehr!  This is a must have release!






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Dimitri Kechagias review:
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 [item value="10"]Emotional affinity and heartfelt moments[/item]
 [item value="10"]Originality and Inventiveness[/item]
 [item value="10"]Dancefloor Efficiency / Festival Arenas Effectiveness[/item]
 [item value="10"]You can’t get this memorable track out of your head[/item]
 [item value="10"]It has potential to become an anthem or a classic[/item]
 [item value="10"]Run Things(Original & Navid Mehr Remix)[/item]
 [content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]Afterglow deep continues to release magnificent tracks that you don't find in other labels. The quality level is really high on the brand new Nick Stoynoff production. Pumping deep basslines, tribalish Airwave like grooves, understated synthy riffs and great haunting atmosphere. The journey towards the unknown has just started and there is no ticket to return back from it. The breakdown is truly magical with airy strings and cool minimal melodies until the beat slowly to return and drive the track to its final destination. Navid Mehr turns the original into a deeper more melodic affair with emotional ambient intro and superb deep pulsating basslines and rolling grooves while various synthy plucks and ambient melodies are coming on the top. The breakdown is shinning with spoken vocal samples and dark haunting synths. Navid journey continues by adding more travelling melodies and superb progression that will raise the hair from your back instantly. Closed eyes, open ears, hands in the air and body that slowly loses sense of gravity and time. Sky is not anymore the limit! #PureGold Love it   [/content]
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so deep so good so afterglow!

19:03:00

The long awaited 2nd single from gai barone's mindblowing artist album "TOWARDS" ! GMJ took hands on "Mimosa" and created a beautiful remix!!don't miss it!

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Dimitri Kechagias review:
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 [item value="10"]Goosebumps / Shivers moments[/item]
 [item value="10"]Emotional affinity and heartfelt moments[/item]
 [item value="10"]Originality and Inventiveness[/item]
 [item value="10"]Dancefloor Efficiency / Festival Arenas Effectiveness[/item]
 [item value="10"]You can’t get this memorable track out of your head[/item]
 [item value="10"]It has potential to become an anthem or a classic[/item]
 [item value="10"] Gai Barone - Mimosa(Original mix/ GMJ remix)[/item]
 [content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]The fantastic Italian composer and dj Gai Barone is back on Afterglow deep with his single Mimosa from his album Towards. Definitely is one of the strongest assets of the album and the release as single will bring it to the spotlight. You can expect deep brooding basslines, rolling driving drums, ethnic style voices on top, cinematic strings, gentle synthy layers and overall a sonic experience that transfer you to magical places. The sound is fantastic with that wobbliness that invite you on the dancefloor with head down, closed eyes and wide open ears to absorb any sound layer inserted with purpose from Gai on his flower like track.GMJ version moves the track in even deeper territories with stripped down fashion and great new ideas that elevate the original elements even higher with top percussion, minimal basslines, haunting trancy voices and delicate synths that touch you and expose you to a different galaxies of emotional attachments. It's absolutely #PureClass! #PureGold Love It   [/content]
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Additional info:
https://www.facebook.com/afterglowrecords/
https://www.facebook.com/gaibarone/
https://www.facebook.com/gmjmusic/
https://twitter.com/WeAreAfterglow
https://twitter.com/GaiBarone

                                                 Coming 26th of July on Afterglow records 
                                           Nick Stoynoff - Run Things (Navid Mehr Remix)





05:46:00

Be prepared for a 10 minutes driving hypnotic and highly addictive journey!
Massive remixes by Rex Mundi! progressive trance at its best!
so deep, so good, so afterglow!



Download at beatport click here


Dimitri Kechagias review:
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 [item value="10"]Climax  / Drop / Crescendo / Pay off moment[/item]
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 [item value="10"]Sound-design and Arrangement[/item]
 [item value="10"]Overall Atmosphere[/item]
 [item value="10"]Goosebumps / Shivers moments[/item]
 [item value="10"]Emotional affinity and heartfelt moments[/item]
 [item value="10"]Originality and Inventiveness[/item]
 [item value="10"]Dancefloor Efficiency / Festival Arenas Effectiveness[/item]
 [item value="10"]You can’t get this memorable track out of your head[/item]
 [item value="10"]It has potential to become an anthem or a classic[/item]
 [item value="10"]The Pages of Time (Rex Mundi Remixes)[/item]
 [content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]The beloved track The Pages of Time from the quality duo Wellenrausch is remixed perfectly by the one and only Rex Mundi. His remix is epic to say the least as it lasts for 10 minutes and carry you away for a long and magical journey. Tribal grooves, big moody haunting basslines, dark synths, epic strings, superb grooves and the always pleasant vocals that inspire you to run to the nearest dancefloor. It's long and absorbing version that pushes your consciousness deeper into the unknown territories of the mind, body and soul. #PureGold Love iT[/content]
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Additional info:
https://www.facebook.com/rexmundimusic/
https://www.facebook.com/afterglowrecords
https://twitter.com/WeAreAfterglow
http://www.facebook.com/wellenrauschmusic
http://www.twitter.com/wellenrausch
http://www.wellenrausch.com/

05:24:00




Download on beatport here

Dimitri Kechagias review:
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 [item value="10"]Breakdown[/item]
 [item value="10"]Climax  / Drop / Crescendo / Pay off moment[/item]
 [item value="10"]Intensity, Drive and Energy[/item]
 [item value="10"]Sound-design and Arrangement[/item]
 [item value="10"]Overall Atmosphere[/item]
 [item value="10"]Goosebumps / Shivers moments[/item]
 [item value="10"]Emotional affinity and heartfelt moments[/item]
 [item value="10"]Originality and Inventiveness[/item]
 [item value="10"]Dancefloor Efficiency / Festival Arenas Effectiveness[/item]
 [item value="10"]You can’t get this memorable track out of your head[/item]
 [item value="10"]It has potential to become an anthem or a classic[/item]
 [item value="10"]The Pages Of Time (Wellenrausch´s Clouds Of Matter Mix) [/item]
 [content title="Summary" label="Overall Score"]The most beloved project on Afterglow records is back with brand new remixes. Wellenrausch offer their own Clouds Of Matter Mix in their brilliant anthem The Pages Of Time. Deep haunting pulsating basslines, thumping punchy grooves and exceptional atmosphere with cinematic strings, warm synths and spacey effects along with electronic melodies that create the magical sound that absorb you within its sonic world and cast a spell on you!Fantastic sounds for those who like really deep progressive trance with eclectic touches and eternal spiritual qualities. #PureGold Love it[/content]
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Additional info:
https://www.facebook.com/afterglowrecords
https://twitter.com/WeAreAfterglow
http://www.facebook.com/wellenrauschmusic
http://www.twitter.com/wellenrausch
http://www.wellenrausch.com/

09:03:00

The prequel to Gai Barone´s coming album on Afterglow Records, "Towards" incl  remix support from Tim Penner!



Dimitri Kechagias review: Gai Barone is about to release his first artist album on Afterglow records. Mom's Clown is one of the many great tracks included in his forthcoming long player. Magical dreamy production that goes deeper  and provides smooth driving bubbly basslines along with superb rolling groovy drums and emotional travelling melodies from outerspace that connects with your subconscious straight away  and elevate your senses on a higher level. If you feel that music is able to heal your pain and bring peace in your soul Mom's Clown is an example of such a track that can crawl under your skin. Tim Penner is well known and very respected for his ability to add that techy edge to the final result and on this track moves cleverly in and out of trance and progressive house with minimal aesthetics and beautiful warm smooth surfaces of cosmic sounds, hypnotic grooves, travelling flexible basslines and floating atmosphere that carry your mind, body and soul to a higher place! #PureGold 10/10 Love It

Additional info:
https://www.facebook.com/afterglowrecords/
https://www.facebook.com/gaibarone/
https://www.facebook.com/TimPennerMusic/

05:36:00

The official Video Teaser for Gai Barone's upcoming release "Anzoo" - Streetdate - 21.09.2015! _ let's spread this wonderful piece of art to all music lovers in the world!

Buy at beatport click here



Dimitri Kechagias review: Afterglow records is one of those underground trance labels that manage to bring to the world great trance classics and introduce to the world artists that are destined to become huge globally. One of the Afterglow records that is currently getting praise and recognition is the Italian Gai Barone. His ability to produce music that talks to your heart and has that delicate sweet and tender side that easily crawl under your skin and speak to your soul too.  His track Anzoo is a deep haunting progressive trancer that adopts high-nrg basslines, classic trancy voices on top and emotional synths along with airy pads and atmospheric strings. The breakdown is calming with superb angelic voices  coming all over the place and classic hi-nrg synthy hook that slowly builds the tension and lead the track to its euphoric climax that travelling basslines, rolling drums and mysterious voices come together in perfect harmony for another journey through space and  time. Your perfect escape on the dancefloor from the ultimate magician Gai Barone! #PureGold Love It

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02:59:00

A great electronica track from the former half of Simmons & Blanc!!! - Beatport exclusive!
out on 20.07.2015 ! - David Simmons - Landmarks (agrdeep044)




Dimitri Kechagias review: Afterglow deep is the exceptional sister label of Afterglow records from Berlin with outstanding releases so far like the latest track Landmarks by David Simmons. The track is a wonderful melodic electronica productions that is smooth and relaxing with magical piano melody that works perfectly as the melancholic intro while we are moving to the main part that symphonic like strings and electronic synths are merged with break beats to create that sense of sailing on a boat towards an unknown territory that we don't know exactly where we are going and if we will find new lands and places to stop for a while. It's certainly one of those tracks that awake your imagination and encourage you to create your own stories. You can describe it as divine or spiritual and certainly it has depth and substance to become the chill out moment in your dj set or radio show. Landmarks will put its clear mark in your electronica digital collection. Love It

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05:03:00

1-Original mix
2-Wellenrausch's deep matter remix



Dimitri Kechagias review: The exceptional record label Afterglow records is back after its first release for 2015 that was the magical Rex Mundi anthem Garden that included an unforgettable Gai Barone remix as well. The latest release comes again from the safe and trusted hands of Rex Mundi and is called Echo supported by Wellenrausch remix. The original version is a magnificent progressive trance anthem on the usual high class that you expect from Rex Mundi. If progressive trance is what you are really searching for this record is the definition of that genre. Chunky groovy techy beat, haunting deep basslines with mysterious echo sounds on top along with cinematic atmospheres and electronic synthy lines. It's one of those cases that you  close your eyes and let yourself experience the magic particularly in the breakdown when this very romantic and strange dark melody appears and slowly cast a spell on you. Its moody, its strange, its unexpected and certainly awakes your senses and imagination to run wild and free as you can visualise those sonic experiences into mental images. Wellenrausch remix is an even deeper affair with tribal drums and superb percussion, xylophone melodies, distorted vocal samples and mesmerising haunting themes that come and go as you carried away by the deep rolling bassline. The main medieval melodic theme appears in the breakdown to give you shivers and feel the hair from your back stand still without any scientist in the whole world to be able to tell us why our body reacts in that way when we hear heartfelt melodies like the one included on this track. Electronic synths, pulsating basslines and mysterious atmosphere will take you on board for an unexpected journey for the mind, body and soul. #PureGold Love it




Additional info:
https://www.facebook.com/afterglowrecords
https://twitter.com/WeAreAfterglow
https://www.facebook.com/wellenrauschmusic
https://www.facebook.com/rexmundimusic

06:18:00
1.Sending Out A Light Album Mix
2.Love Over Mind Over Matter Album Mix
3.Hypnotize Album Mix
4.City In Flame Album Mix
5.Dream Within A Dream Album Mix
6.The Pages Of Time Album Mix
7.Rivers Deep Album Mix
8.These Moments Album Mix
9.Virtual Self Album Mix
10.As Silence Falls Album Mix

With their second artist album "The Pages Of Time" Wellenrausch deliver the highly awaited follower of "Personal Epos". 10 brandnew tracks, packed into one tough unit, prove that Wellenrausch once again manage to keep the balance between turning the pages of time and not giving up on their identity, between not standing still and yet keeping up their unique style. There is this clarity within electrifying tension, this softness within pure power. There is this eye-of-a-cyclone experience, this magical silence in sounds surrounding. There are these lyrics spanning up this massive mystical imagery within. One more time Wellenrausch are underlining their credo of reinventing themselves as often as they can, making a step outside into another dimension, waiting to be discovered again and again.



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Dimitri Kechagias review: One of the finest deep progressive trance project is back with brand new album that already reached the number 1 at the beatport top 100. Wellenrausch after their exceptional album Personal Epos that is considered to be a classic trance album return on Afterglow records with the awesomely entitled The Pages of Time.10 superb tracks that follow the well established "Wellenrausch" style that stands out from anything else that you may have heard until now. Sending Out A Light is wonderful relaxing ambient/lounge style track that used as the perfect introduction to this very special album. It starts with  lovely ambient intro and strong piano chords and synthy plucks. After the long intro the superb vocal comes in while the breaks section slowly unfolds and takes us on board for the spiritual journey that is this album of course with the vinyl scratches on the background as well. Love Over Mind Over Matter is a powerful deep melodic progressive trancer with exceptional lyrics and warm atmosphere. The breakdown is packed with emotional sensitive melodies that slowly crawl under your skin and contact with your heart. Driving and travelling is moody progressive trance at its highest level. Hypnotize is another heart breaking chill out/lounge style track with liquid break beats, variety of nice synths, electronic melodies, epic strings and fantastic male vocals that sound dark and very Gothic as well with the right indie rock dose in them. City In Flame is a driving deep acid progressive trance that easily carry you away to a distant future with mid 90's Hardfloor influences. Cinematic mysterious atmosphere and great groove to keep the clubbers dancing with their bodies and listening with wide open ears. Fantastic breakdown with great crescendo moment that erupts with energetic synths and leads the track to the full on energetic climax with big euphoric synths and acid layers too.  Dream Within A Dream continues our mysterious sonic adventure with bubbly deep basslines, haunting atmosphere and colourful synths that build the magical soundscape that make you feel totally and utterly lost within a dream. The Pages Of Time is the 3rd chill out / lounge style track with superb breaks and sci-fi spacey atmosphere. Dark and dangerous, unexplored and surprising, adventurous and experimental with some dubstep infusions as well with epic cinematic strings. The vocal as always sounds absolutely stunning and we hope that soon Wellenrausch will be invited to perform Live. The track Rivers Deep is already released as a single and is just magnificent deep progressive smooth trancer with great sounddesign and sacred mysterious atmosphere that definitely absorb you in its soundscapes. Ready for club use with tough groove, deep basslines and strong clubby synths will be played a lot during the summer festivals and will blow many trance minds that's for sure. These Moments is the only  instrumental track on the album and  stands out thanks to the very strong memorable synthy melodies that hook you instantly and manage to uplift your senses to a higher level. It's real pure underground trance with high class original themes and fantastic involving arrangement that win the attention of the listener instantly. Virtual Self feat Andre Berger is an excellent club oriented track with energetic pulsating bassline, techy chunky groove and cool percussion. The vocals are passionate and I feel that the lyrics are very memorable and will be easily saved in your memories hard disc. It's one of the most powerful moments in this album and offer the peak moment that really needs to transport the listener  to another higher dimension. Last but not least As Silence Falls is the deep trance meets chill out/ lounge electronica track of the album that starts with excellent live samples from train station and slowly builds into an emotional dreamy ride that invites to discover what happen when Silence Falls and Darkness Calls. The perfect track to finish off the album and make you want more and wait with anticipation the 3rd chapter of Wellenrausch dark apocalyptic tales! Absolutely essential trance album of the year! #PureGold Love IT


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