Westseven will forever maintain a unique role at the XYZ imprint, as he played a key role in the label's very first release in collaboration with Budakid. The Anjunadeep regular and Soul De Amina head is no stranger to the scene, crafting a stellar reputation throughout the years via productions teeming with quality.
We were delighted to welcome him back to XYZ earlier this year with his melodic masterpiece - Compass. He teamed up with Ross Farren, harnessing blissful vocals with bountiful drums for an uplifting aura. Originally crafted in the depths of the longest winter, we now revisit Compass with renewed energy and inspiration during this time of global rejuvenation. We've harnessed a roster of remixers brimming with talent and inspiration, presenting a set of remixes and edits built for soaring summer nights.
Enamour leads the line in stunning fashion, as we welcome him into the XYZ fold for the first time. The DC-based producer has established a sought-after sound through releases with Anjunadeep, Desert Hearts, Yoshitoshi, and Rose Avenue. Enamour twists Compass to rest firmly at the centerpoint between deep introspection and pure club appeal. A punchy bassline drives us forward, as Ross' vocal work ebbs and flows as the energy elevates. With a dub version on offer, Enamour's remixes are aimed straight at the dance floor.
A man of constant reinvention, Westseven himself returns to the Compass project to offer a new take on the original material. Meandering rhythms stir us into delightful daze, as the low-slung drums liaise with gorgeous piano work. Irresistibly musical, while never sacrificing groove, it's simply a stunning tune.
Wassu & djimboh are back, continuing their collaborative connection with yet another boisterous offering. They thoroughly impressed with From Afar on the last Tales of Romance edition, continuing to build on the partnership that began with an EP on TRYBESof earlier this year. For their first joint remix, they utilize heady percussion and lush builds for a barnstorming groover; deadly dancefloor moments in store for this one!
Kuala Lumpur's Reddi Rocket is one of South East Asia's most eclectic producers, balancing indie hooks with electronic grooves for a sumptuous sound. He's enlisted Ross Farren's vocals as the framework for his remix, while drenching the instrumentals in laid-back guitar riffs and sun-drenched melodies. It's the perfect closer to the EP, as we sail away into summer's serenity.
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