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                 [: ARTIST..... :] Juan Sapia
                 [: TITLE...... :] Holy Grail | Space Turtle
                 [: GENRE...... :] House
                 [: RIP DATE... :] 2022-10-06
                 [: LABEL...... :] Clubsonica Records
                 [: CAT NR..... :] CLUBSONICA099
                 [: TRACKS..... :] 4
                 [: SIZE....... :] 75m
                 [: ENCODER.... :] LAME 3.100 -b 320
                 [: CODEC...... :] MP3 (MPEG-2 Audio Layer III)
                 [: SOURCE..... :] WEB (FLAC)
                 [: URL........ :] https://store.tidal.com/nz/album/248230175

                          [ ::..    Tracklist    ..:: ]
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             01. Holy Grail (Original Mix) .................... 07:32      
             02. Holy Grail (Greg Ochman Remix) ............... 07:50      
             03. Space Turtle (Original Mix) .................. 09:31      
             04. Space Turtle (Ethereal Mist Remix) ........... 07:28      

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             Clubsonica Records opens the fall season by welcoming Juan Sapia 
             back to the label for a new EP. Hailing from the progressive 
             house hotbed of Argentina, Juan Sapia has enjoyed a steady rise 
             since first emerging in 2017. As a favourite of progressive 
             music tastemakers Hernan Cattaneo and Nick Warren, the Buenos 
             Aires resident has compiled an impressive resume, landing 
             releases on top tier imprints such as Mango Alley, Or Two 
             Strangers, Sudbeat Music, and The Soundgarden. Also calling 
             Clubsonica home, Juan made his label debut in June of last year 
             with 'Masana | Embrace', a well-received joint project with Sri 
             Lankan artist Hasith. Now, returning to the label in solo 
             capacity, Juan unveils his second Clubsonica project 'Holy Grail 
             | Space Turtle', alongside remixes from Greg Ochman and Ethereal 
             Mist. 

             Getting the release underway and sitting as one of Juan's 
             biggest productions to date is 'Holy Grail'. Warm beats and a 
             full, rolling groove set the foundation for a narrative of 
             colourful arps, cosmic effects and heartfelt harmonics. Pushing 
             a trance-inspired mood into the break Juan marries emotive chord 
             changes with symphonic synth swagger across the mood lifting 
             interlude, building emotion with each successive pass as 
             melodies open, before eventually giving way to a thumping drop 
             and key changing finale. The companion piece 'Space Turtle' 
             continues the trance-inspired lean of the release and lands with 
             an equally impressive display of craftsmanship. Smooth and 
             uplifting throughout, it's a collage of warm pulsating beats, 
             retro-arps and balmy pads which captivate leading into the 
             break. Charming synth phrases and delicate arps further the 
             story as the centrepiece unfolds, bringing with them hopeful 
             moods and transcendent vibes, before a tasteful drop puts your 
             senses on high for a groovy conclusion.

             Returning to the label with the lone interpretation of 'Holy 
             Grail' is Greg Ochman. Hailing from Poland, Greg first emerged 
             in 2021 with a release via Sebastian Leger's Lost Miracle. 
             Comprised of three tracks, this organic offering would lead to 
             future releases for Kiksuya Records, Plattenbank, Radiant and 
             Warung Recordings. Clubsonica was also one of Greg's first 
             landing spots, with April of 2021 marking his label debut with 
             the thematic sounds of 'Mistlove'. Continuing to ride this wave 
             of success, Greg makes a welcome return to the label with a 
             playful take on 'Holy Grail'. Smooth and groovy across the first 
             movement, Greg continues his stylized ways with youthful vocal 
             elements, sleek percussive arrangements and whimsical melodies 
             creating a colourful path into the main break. Sitting 
             comfortably in an emotive yet thought provoking space, joyous 
             melodies and percussive flurries rise out of calming atmospheres 
             as the interlude evolves, eventually breaking off into a 
             heartwarming drop and charming finale.

             The release concludes with Ethereal Mist returning to the label 
             with the lone interpretation of 'Space Turtle'. Hailing from 
             Colombia and perhaps best known for his Parallel Universe alias 
             alongside Mauro Pierotti, Ethereal Mist has been a fixture of 
             his country's electronic music scene for the better part of a 
             decade. Clubsonica has been a familiar landing spot for his 
             progressive minded productions, with a 2016 debut setting the 
             course for three additional projects across the next two 
             calendar years. Although putting a primary focus into his Hernan 
             Cattaneo and Nick Warren supported Parallel Universe project in 
             recent years, Ethereal Mist now returns to Clubsonica in solo 
             capacity for a rousing rendition of 'Space Turtle'. From warm, 
             rhythmic beginnings comes redolent themes and heartfelt sonics. 
             Gentle flutters build and balmy atmospheres emerge, perfectly 
             setting the stage for shimmering melodies and clattering 
             percussion to forge a path into the break. Carrying the 
             trance-inspired mood of the original, the Colombian creates 
             moments of hope and elation as the centrepiece evolves, before 
             smoothly segueing into a thumping finale which is sure to send 
             people home with a smile. A stunning remix from Ethereal Mist, 
             which rounds out a welcome return to Clubsonica for Juan Sapia, 
             an artist who continues to impress and rise in the world of 
             progressive house. 

             Written by Mitch Alexander
             Mastered by Dub On Audio Mastering | Reverence Mastering
             Artwork designed by Dave Caro

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