HUNTER/GAME RELEASE ‘LAST HOUR’ EP

Featuring two new originals with German duo Ramverk and an official remix from industry stalwart Recondite, the three-part package is out now via Hunter/Game’s own record label, Just This.

Following the marked international success of their ‘Stars’ EP at the end of May, Milan-based electronic duo Hunter/Game now return to their long-standing Just This imprint for their second EP in as many months, as they unveil the ‘Last Hour’ EP.

First up is the resplendent the title track, Last Hour; a brooding five-minute cut which showcases Hunter/Game’s unique ability to inject raw, unbridled emotion into their dancefloor compositions. Built around Ramverk’s captivating topline, myriad layers converge in blissful dissonance, cultivating an illuminating atmosphere that entrances from the off and sets an immaculate tone for the rest of the record.

The EP’s second track draws the audience into a more introspective realm, as Hunter/Game embark upon a macabre journey through consciousness to bring us Let Love. With Ramverk’s despondent lyrics underpinned by resonant basslines, eerie samples and pulsating four-four beats, Hunter/Game’s meditative trademark shines front and centre across the middle order, as they pull out all the stops with another dark, understated gem.

Last, but by no means least, the Milanese duo warmly welcome industry legend Recondite, who makes his eagerly anticipated debut on Just This with an inspired interpretation of ‘Let Love’. Adding his haunting, meticulously crafted sound design to Hunter/Game’s original, the revered German artist delivers a dynamic and spirited instrumental finale, as he rounds out an extraordinary EP on the esteemed Italian imprint.

Hunter/Game is an Italian electronic music duo comprising of Martino Bertola and Emmanuele Nicosia. Born and bred in Milan, Italy, these two visionary artists have carved a distinct niche in the realm of electronic music with their signature sound characterized by deep, emotive melodies and hypnotic rhythms. In addition to their studio productions, Hunter/Game are renowned for their dynamic and captivating live performances as well as DJ sets, which Martino plays by himself. Whether commanding the stage at iconic venues such as Fabric London, HI Ibiza, DC10 and Brooklyn Mirage, or enchanting festival crowds with spellbinding sets at the likes of Sonar, ADE, Tomorrowland, Zamna Tulum, Martino and Emmanuele possess an innate ability to connect with audiences and create unforgettable experiences through their music.

WOUTER ACHTERBERG DELIVERS MUTATIONS EP ON PURIFIED RECORDS

Following his label debut at the beginning of the year, Fool Me, Dutch rising producer Wouter Achterberg returns to Purified Records with his massive two-track Mutations EP.

Tried and tested around the world, including Nora En Pure’s Main Stage ULTRA Music Festival set, the powerful title track commands attention within moments of play. Conjuring an otherworldly atmosphere with chopped vocals and mystical instrumentation, Wouter gradually builds the arrangement with rolling bass and heavy synth work. Diving into The Unknown, the B-Side further demonstrates his hypnotic production style, combining captivating vocals with an enthralling instrumental arrangement.
 
Having made a solid impact in the electronic music scene over the past few years, Amsterdam-based talent Wouter Achterberg’s sound is characterized by melancholic melodies, immersive breaks, and swirling soundscapes. Crafting an evolving auditory journey from dusk till dawn, he strives to capture the perfect atmosphere in his music.
 
With releases on esteemed labels such as Purified and Miss Monique’s Siona Records, Wouter’s evocative tracks have graced major stages such as Ultra Miami and Lightning In A Bottle festival. Supported by influential artists like Colyn, Innellea, Maceo Plex, Nora En Pure, and Miss Monique, Wouter Achterberg continues to establish his presence within the dance music realm, and express his musical identity.
 
The Mutations artwork showcases a blacktip shark, captured by Daniel Nicholson. The blacktip shark, known for the distinctive black tips on its fins, is a sleek and agile predator classified as "Near Threatened" by the IUCN due to overfishing, habitat loss, and climate change. Conservation efforts are crucial to protect these sharks and maintain healthy marine ecosystems. Blacktip sharks can swim at speeds up to 20 miles per hour and often travel in groups. They are impressive athletes, capable of leaping out of the water and spinning in the air while hunting. Despite their powerful appearance, they are generally shy around humans and rarely pose a threat. Blacktip sharks give birth to live young, with females typically having litters of 4 to 11 pups, and their unique reproductive strategy involves placental viviparity, where the embryos develop inside the mother and are nourished by a placenta.

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ADAM PEARCE AND DAYE CONNECT ON FORLORN MELODIC BASS COLLAB ABOUT COPING WITH LOSS VIA "TOGETHER ALONE" ON HEAVEN SENT

The Vancouver producer connects with Tennessee-based singer/songwriter and producer Daye for an emotion-filled epic

Vancouver native Adam Pearce is joining forces with Tennessee-based singer-songwriter Daye for a powerful ballad on SLANDER’s Heaven Sent imprint. “Together Alone” is an emotion-fueled melodic bass single that brings the best out of both artists. The release follows Adam Pearce’s recent single “Align” with Dani King, which arrived on the label in the Spring.

“Together Alone” is a bittersweet ballad that intertwines love, loss, longing, and the inability to fully let go. Daye’s stirring topline traces the ghost of a love that’s no longer present but still remains long after the departure. Pain meets the power of love and the epic interconnectedness of the universe. The velvety crooning exudes passion while conjuring a catchiness that is assured to linger. Moving piano keys, soothing guitar licks, and ethereal pads help to ease the separation anxiety while deepening the emotional appeal. Euphoric stabbing synth progressions, sparkling keys, and driving drums inject a sense of fluttering elation that balances the heavier realizations. The highs and lows act as a push and pull dance simulating the feeling of moving on without ever fully letting go. 

Adam Pearce opens up about the meaning behind the release, saying, “‘Together Alone’ is an exploration of the dualities, paradoxes, and oneness of life and in relationships. It’s about being haunted by a person’s presence long after they are gone, and coping with the idea of their ghost. It’s the bittersweet idea that, somehow, in some way, whether we like it or not, we are all connected by the fabric of the universe.”

Born and bred in Vancouver, Adam Pearce is a genre-defying producer blending trance, progressive house, and chillstep with an unmistakable melodic bass sound. He’s no stranger to the label with previous releases “For The First Time,” “Dreamers,” and his most recent “Align” earning radio support from Zeds Dead, Mazare, and Farhang. Adam Pearce has become a favorite amongst tastemakers as well, drawing support from Zedd, Alison Wonderland, Arty, and more. 

Singer, songwriter, and producer, Daye is a triple threat hailing from Tennessee. Renowned for her storytelling skills that weave in themes of love, loss, and self-discovery, she has collaborated with several notable artists including yetep, GhostDragon, and MEDZ. Her work has also amassed support from Sirius XM, Illenium, and Gryffin.

“Together Alone” finds the fine balance between pain and love, drifting between forlorn and uplifting for an unforgettable ballad.

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