- 'T2' is the debut single from newcomers OrtzRoka, who pop their cherry with a slice of subliminal house that cuts across the genres: It's part progressive, part electrohouse and part techno. OrtzRoka list a bundle of artists from the Motor City as major influences and perhaps it's no surprise that 'T2' has hints of the early scifi techno of Model 500 and Aux 88.
The original mix is the slowest and least lively, but it's held together by spacey Casio keys and an intoxicating buzzing sound that should work wonders on a good set of speakers, while the alternative remix has the same groove as the original, cocktailed with a deeper, more dramatic sound.
From the word go, Yoshi Chandler’s remix suggests its going to give this track its all – and it does. Housier for the party heads, this mix spices up the original with a vocal, effects and even a didgeridoo-esque bassline. Elsewhere DJ Each and Kid Dub weigh in with electrohouse remixes, but they do little to add to the original. The former has all the finesse of a Super Mario Cart soundtrack, while the latter goes nowhere slowly.
But the standout here is the sublime Leon Roberts remix: melodic but intense deep house that strips back the electro elements and leaves behind subtle build ups and a sensual rhythm. Highly recommended.
'T2' is well worth a listen. Its various mixes are already being flogged by Hernan Cattaneo, Funk D’Void and Desyn Masiello, but the Leon Roberts one is your best friend.