The wonderful Dogmatik label returns with a brand new EP from one of the imprint’s leading lights, Maya Jane Coles. Coles’ previous releases ‘Sick Panda’ and the ‘Low Key EP’ have seen her garnering support from the likes of Thomas Schumacher, Audiofly, Ivan Smagghe and King Roc whilst her band ‘She is Danger’ is hotly tipped as one to watch.
For her latest outing the ‘Monochrome EP’ Coles provides 3 original new cuts which are backed up by sterling remixes from Afrilounge and Alex Arnout.
First up we have title track ‘Monochrome’ a journey into deep, wonky territory, with skittering drum patterns, hypnotic vocals and a low bubbling bassline. This is a superb piece of dark edged 4am tech house music.
Next up is the excellent ‘She is Strange’ which takes the listener further down the dark and techy route with its pulsating electronic vibe and edgy melodic elements.
Following on we have Afrilounge’s take on the track ‘Colours’. The German trio, who have recorded for Connaisseur, Poker Flat and 8Bit, turn in a superb slice of tech house with a tight rhythm section and subtle building sonic layers. This is a mix that is sure to find favour across the dancefloors of Europe and beyond.
The penultimate piece is the original version of ‘Colours’, a wonderfully deep and engaging track that draws on simple sounds and rhythmic constructs to great effect. This is a warm and organic piece of house music that works brilliantly.
Finally label boss Alex Arnout steps up to remix ‘She is Strange’ for digital release and delivers a great brooding piece of bass driven house with real depth and feeling, sterling stuff!
Once again Dogmatik have dropped a standout Ep and further cemented their position as a key label to watch.