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Review: Purple Print has become a strong player in the minimal scene in a short space of time, with the likes of Sepp, Delaj, Bisharat and Vid all offering their considerable wares into the growing catalogue since 2021. Their compilation 12" was just as on-point in 2023, and now they're back with a second volume which is not to be missed. Avidel leads the way with the seductive, vocal laced groover 'Someone', while Lukea follows up with a dub techno-tinted workout entitled 'Crescent Moon'. Octave and Nicolas Duvoisin do some smart r&b sampling for undulating roller 'Wanna Be Down' and Zenk creates a sparkling sunrise reverie with 'Dreaming In A Shell', a stripped back but detailed and distinctive workout which ends the record on a high note.

Review: The second vinyl release from burgeoning record label Purple Print finally hits our shelves, and sees label mainstay Delaj deliver 3 new originals and a remix from fellow artist Guy From Downstairs. 'Lost' is a slapping tech house cut that maintains only the best beatific hygiene, being so clean the track could act as a soap substitute. Acid and FM begins to peek through on GFD's remix and 'Take My Time', before 'Jargon' brings slightly more broken vibes to the whole mix. Watch out for these guys, too; they've only gone and added 3 more records to their repertoire since releasing this one!

Review: Alex Font follows up on a successful run of double pack drops on acme with a charming new 12" for Purple Print. As ever, the minimal tech house standard bearer straps his ideas to sleek, refined grooves, but it's the musicality which marks this record out as an essential purchase. 'Hablame De Ti' is cast in melancholic synth refrains and forlorn vocal murmurations which drip with pensive mood to take the dancefloor somewhere deeper than usual. 'El Instrumento Del Barrio' has its own sentimental story to tell, this time led by expressive piano work which glides over the steadfast rhythm section. Meanwhile scene stalwarts Arapu and Brawther are on hand to deliver on-point remixes which amp up the club-ready appeal of this standout EP.

Review: Guy From Downstairs presents the Untitled Game EP, a collection of four tracks that exemplify classy deep house with perfect doses of tech and soul. On Side-1, 'Untitled Game' is a funky and hypnotic tech house bomb, featuring sick funk elements that create an infectious dancefloor moment. 'Inflate' follows with more minimal goodness, incorporating tribal elements and a polished production that defines it as an ideal deep house track. Flipping to Side-, 'Apasata' continues the funk with a track that showcases the producer's skill in moving dancefloors. Closing out the EP is 'Loop Pe Corabie,' a melodic gem that serves as a great B-side option for those looking for a deeper, more introspective vibe. Overall, an ideal record for busy dancefloors.

Review: Purple Print Records Compilation 3 is a rich exploration of minimal and tech house, bringing unique textures and groovy rhythms to the forefront. Side-1 opens with He Did's 'Mientras Tanto', a fun and infectious groove. The track's deep, rolling bassline and lively percussion make it an instant mood-setter. Following is DeWaal's 'Iceshade', a bouncy, upbeat track that balances playful energy with a steady, deep tech groove. Side-2 moves further into introspective territory with Raz's 'Rora', a smooth and melodic track that drifts along effortlessly, blending subtle harmony with a deeper bassline. Yama Music's 'In My Space' rounds out the collection with a broken beat approach, delivering techy, spacious vibes that add depth and variety to the mix. Altogether, this compilation is a refined showcase of tech house cuts that'll resonate with dancefloor times.

Review: Although unlucky for some, this 13th outing from Purple Print is another doozy for lovers of minimal and tech house. It's Lemieux at the controls for four cuts of well worked dance floor dynamite. opening up is the deft, loopy, trippy sound of 'Put It Out' which is from the Villalobos school of minimalism. 'Jah' picks up the pace and is a deft, dubby sound with fizzy pads and clipped vocals adding the details. 'Back In The Day' layers up silky pads, vocoder vocals and underlapping bass into a sweeping minimal sound and last of all, 'I Leave' shuts down with a playful minimal dub sound and paranoid vocals.

Review: Purple Print's musical universe expands once more here with a ninth outing on wax and a fine various artists selection to mark the occasion, with Minube appearing on each of these collabs. It's a wonky and afterparty-tinged minimal jaunt from him in solo mode to open up with as 'Zaha Zhivai' gets you locked into a slinky groove. He then inks with Rebreanu for the marching bleeps and squeaks of 'Bro Disch Tut' and with D I N he makes 'Wormhole', a dry and dusty final tech shuffler before a fine work with Andrey Djackonda in the form of the abstract funk of 'Can't Stop The Time' shuts down.

Review: RQZ's Twilight Zone EP on Purple Print offers three tracks that dive deep into the spacey, hypnotic side of progressive house, perfect for those who enjoy minimal and tech house vibes. Side-1 starts with '11 To Twilight,' a track that takes listeners on a journey through celestial soundscapes. Its light and airy melody, combined with sci-fi elements, creates the sensation of being shot through a space portal, making it an ideal choice for those early morning hours when the night feels otherworldly. On Side-2, 'Barbara Jean' brings a more techy vibe with a bouncy bassline and a solid drum pattern, keeping the energy grounded while still feeling expansive. 'Everything Alright' rounds out the EP with a fun, spacey atmosphere and a bassline that's both engaging and energetic, making it perfect for keeping the dancefloor moving. Twilight Zone EP is a thoughtfully crafted collection that balances hypnotic rhythms with a touch of spacey wonder, making it a great addition to any minimal or progressive house set.

Review: A four-track MicroHouse EP comes from DJ and Producer RWN, marking one of the very few dedicated packages that the Frenchman has created thus far. 'Dancing in Circles' is thought-provoking and borderline liminal, feeling like a mathematical equation at points in its use of dry, reverbed synths and negative space. Track 1, 'Jan Itor', even takes some drone influences in its progressions, the driving beat repeating over space breakbeats and distant techno pangs against an atmospheric synth background. 'Vortex' is more of an active participant, putting the percussion downstage and allowing the house instincts to take over - and the Dragutesku remix sees it undergo a dramatic transformation into a dark goth-rave-inspired cut. Closing off, the title track feels the most 'scientific'. The synth loops and acid stings circling around in your mind - this EP has a lot to offer, allow your mind to be opened.

Review: Purple Print are making some moves within the minimal tech house scene, having launched with Sepp last year and following up with Delaj and Bisharat earlier in 2022. Now they widen the net with a VA disc which shows their allegiances and sonic interests, leading in with Snad & Ciphr's swirling trip monster 'Green Acres' before sliding into the subliminal gurgles of RQZ's hypnotic masterclass, 'Rachael Lights Her Cigarette'. Pheek & Kike Major keep things light and airy on the breaksy roller 'Little Tiff' and Penny closes the EP out with an ear-snagging slice of freaky micro-funk in the form of 'Groove Maniac'.

Review: VID is one of the seemingly endless numbers of Romanian minimal artists to churn out high-class late-night soundtracks. This one finds him landing on the Purple Print label with his signature dark and moody grooves. 'Crazy' has underlapping drums that are airy and overlaid with heavy minor keys. 'Edge' is more hurried, with scurrying drums and bass and wet claps almost falling over themselves. 'Last Stop' has a playful chord sequence doing a dance over the tightly coiled grooves and 'Subumbre' rounds out with dead of night sonic intrigue and alien sound effects. Another classy one from VID, then.