We welcome Dutch production and DJ outfit, Orquesm, back to Bonzai Progressive with the superb Halucogyn Spice. It’s been a while since we saw them here, their last effort – Casus, was very well received indeed and no doubt this latest cut will follow suit. The duo, Jeffrey Bakker and Michael Ulrich started out in the early nineties, playing at places like the legendary Waakzaamheid club and Renaissance nights in The Netherlands. They have also played with many well-known DJs in loads of clubs all over Europe, so it’s no surprise that these strong roots have given them the ability to make and play such great music.

The Original Mix kicks off the release, steering us into a deep-rooted groove right from the off. Chunky beats and rolling basses stack up as sporadic FX and flurries of exotic percussions create a rhythmic flow. An arpeggiated mid-bas section adds drive before consonant patterns flare up, adding a more sinister twist. Manu Riga continues a fine run of remixes with another delicious offering which traverses the lines between genres. On the remix here, Manu opts to get things moving with a powerful, punchy kick drum and rumbling bass combi. Delicate melodic phrases weave through the groove as stuttering, crispy hats and sharp claps lead a cacophony of percussions. The break reveals a wonderful display of melodic techno vibes before the beats return for the duration, a solid slice that will not disappoint. Cortex Thrill return to BP on remix duties after the conclusion of their epic trilogy, Cosmic Voyage. Here, the guys round out the release on a tougher edged groove with strong, gritty basses and brain twisting 303 lines. The track oozes rhythmic flavour, with a powerful 808 drum leading the way followed by sharp hats and snappy claps. Amidst the harshness, softer melodies break through, offering stark contrasts that will translate well on the floors.

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