We welcome Moscow-based electronic music producer Ivan Novikov to Bonzai Progressive with the superb debut slice titled ‘Neon’. At 30 years old, Ivan’s musical journey began in a small town near Moscow, eventually leading him to the vibrant heart of the Russian capital. With over a decade of experience in music production, Ivan’s eclectic style spans across genres, though his current passion lies in techno, melodic techno, and house. Despite lacking formal musical training, Ivan’s intuitive approach to composition has yielded impressive results. By profession, he’s an IT specialist, but his true passion lies in crafting sonic landscapes. While he prolifically creates music, Ivan selectively releases tracks, prioritizing quality over quantity. Great to have him on board.

The Original Mix opens the release, introing with an atmospheric vibe filled with muted kicks and intriguing notes. A gritty pad sweeps across the spectrum as the kickdrum erupts into a solid, punchy hit alongside crispy hats and haunting FX. Mesmerizing, metallic synth lines combine before the break reveals a darker side to the groove. Top-notch stuff. Sher M@n makes a welcome return to BP with a solid remix. The seasoned Belgian artist last appeared here in the spring of 2023 with his ‘The Best EP’ which gained great support and we’ve no doubt this latest offering will follow suit. On the remix here, Sher M@n delivers an epic 10-minute journey deep into the progressive tech world. The intro boasts thumping kicks, strong, gritty bass sweeps and an array of intertwining FX that captivate the mind. A soft melodic arp fades up to create a stark contrast in the groove. On the break, we find a myriad of plucks and stabs that climax with a snare roll and back to the main groove for the duration. Superb stuff that will not disappoint.

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