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Review: Following his ambient explorations in the White Line Sunrise series, this EP shows a more familiar, direct and machine-driven acid funk side to Roy of the Ravres' sound. 'Primavera Anjo' opens with hypnotic techno, while 'Planet Earth' dives into squelching acid, blending past and future in one fluid motion. On the flip, 'G-Force' takes you deeper with dreamy chords and swirling arpeggios, building a perfect vortex. 'Glass Knife' closes with cinematic breaks and a deep, rumbling bass, capturing a timeless vibe. Recorded 25 years ago, the complex rhythms reveal Roy's blend of classical and jazz influences, pushing his sound into new ground while still capturing that rare ability to make music that's both experimental and deeply emotional.

Review: Maverick UK producer Roy Of The Ravers is back with more seductive dancefloor material, blending melodic mastery with driving rhythms across the typically compelling White Line Sunrise III (Part 2). Sam Buckley never disappoints i whether or not he's using his cheeky Roy Of The Ravers moniker i regularly displaying a genuine gift for composing absorbing, off-kilter but emotive melodies. Opener 'Fenix Haus 6' wastes no time energising the dancers, with murky acid following deep bass over sparse machine drums. 'Exit Ren8' features the aforementioned blend of emotion and steel, with cascading synths harmonising over fizzing rhythms, as does the powerfully evocative, 80s-tinted excursion of 'Crista Theme'. Finally, the cinematic swells of the title track offer a hyper-immersive alternative to the main room, with stirring harmonics merging across a vast sonic landscape.