A supremely talented artist, Nōpi found himself drawing admiration from fans and peers alike with his ‘Parallel Words’ EP. Originally released in August 2020, the Ukrainian artist now returns to Proton Music to continue the series with ‘Parallel Words, Vol. 2’.

With trademark skill and musical craftsmanship, ‘Siba’ flows effortlessly like the ever-increasing concentric circles caused by a pebble dropped in a still lake. A shimmering arpeggio and deep kick form the foundation for a splendid array of counterpoint melodic layers to entwine majestically over each other, reaching their zenith at the mid-point breakdown. A grooved bassline that makes its appearance in the early stages then hits its stride in the third movement, combining with Nōpi’s impressive production work to club-friendly effect. ‘Internally Awakening’ continues Nōpi’s penchant for seismic kick and rolling percussive groove as an innovatively cadenced melodic sequence glitters like raindrops across the mid-range. A sustained bassline progression adds spine-tingling emotion as layers of sound build in intensity through cascading repetition and endless delays. The result is a stunningly original track full of poise and grace.

Another Proton Music debut sees Lebanese duo Hrag Mikkel and Pambouk combine forces in supremely eloquent fashion. Both successful producers in their own rights with a slew of productions to their name, their collaborative work has found them feature on Ready Mix Records, Kitchen Recordings and Hoomidaas with the “Araqil” musical triptych on the latter, a notable highlight in early 2020. Now reprising their partnership, the Hrag Mikkel and Pambouk remix of “Liquid Week” is characterised by a rich percussive groove and deep kick that provides the backdrop for familiar refrains from the original to make their presence felt. Cleverly using Nōpi’s original components to intelligent effect, the track takes a new artistic direction that combines syncopated synth plucks with looped arpeggios and sounds that were previously heard deep inside the original mix, to create a highly original new interpretation.

Two new originals plus remixes from Nohan and Hrag Mikkel and Pambouk create a glorious new set of “Parallel Words, Vol. 2”. You can now listen to the full premiere of Hrag Mikkel & Pambouk’s remix exclusively on When We Dip. Enjoy!

Release Date: April 23rd, 2021. Buy Here

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