- Tao Recordings boss MV (Martin Villeneuve) is up next on the release schedule with Slinger featuring the Stereomovers in vocals and remixing. Both are no stranger to each other with numerous releases from the Stereomovers being remixed by Martin himself.
MV’s Tribal Fusion mix is a smooth house track utilising vocals and guitar hooks nicely along with groovy percussion. Subtle basslines and smooth vocal effects allow the track to go deep in parts, but when the guitar hooks and samples come in, the sound takes on a housier feel. A nice big breakdown gives way to the percussion and swirling sounds as the track builds into the beat and vocal. Very smooth and well done.
The Stereomovers I Am A Star mix takes things into deeper territory accompanied by a touch of toughness. Soothing, sustained sounds float over a tough beat and great percussion. The vocals are heavily effected and fits with this sound nicely. The first breakdown introduces an infectious low melodic riff and works well with the low sustained sounds. The vocals feature throughout, giving you that something extra to listen and bounce along to. Great remix.
Moving over to the Original, the tone takes on a new look with solid beats, drifting sounds and tough percussive work. The dribbling of high end sounds along with squelches and low basslines keep this track firmly in the deep while the vocal flows over in its moody fashion. Moving into the business end of the track, more quirky sounds area added alongside the guitar sample but let’s not forget the inclusion of a nice piano-like melody.
MV and Tao can’t do too much wrong at the moment. With a sling of releases since Tao’s inception in 2003, the quality has been high. This release is solid in every aspect, while everything falls into place with each track cementing their own sound. Another great release.