Beatport: https://bit.ly/SA130_Beatport Spotify: https://bit.ly/SA130_Spotify ___ Sound Avenue opens the fall season with a new single from label boss Madloch and frequent studio partner Subnode. Having been paired since the summer of 2018, the creative synergy between Madloch and Subnode has continued to grow. The Belgian duo have released eight originals and a remix since beginning their collaborative partnership. Their borderless approach to production has found the duo in the creative space between house and techno, oftentimes with a glacial, dubbed-out quality that appeases the underground's most discerning tastemakers. Now following their ‘A Short Moment’ single to commemorate Another Life Music’s 100th release, Madloch and Subnode return to their comfortable home of Sound Avenue with ‘Utopia’, alongside remixes from Hernan Cattaneo & Soundexile and Microlot. Getting underway with the original mix, Madloch and Subnode combine their extensive forces for a cosmic slice of progressive house. From its full, wavy groove comes driving percussion, liquid-like rhythms and hazy harmonics. Evolving with power and class, placid atmospheres and looping vocals provide a colourful backdrop for a landscape of striking electronics. A majestic break sits at the heart of the journey, concise and expertly crafted, it’s gentle effervescent glow builds, as an icy drawl marries evolving percussive arrangements for a commanding drop and thrilling finale. The first interpretation of ‘Utopia’ is provided by Hernan Cattaneo & Soundexile who make their label debut. With a partnership that now spans well over a decade, the Argentinean trio sit firmly amongst progressive music’s elite guard. Hernan Cattaneo needs little introduction and has become known to electronic music lovers simply as El Maestro. He is one of the world’s most beloved DJs and his Sudbeat label is widely regarded as one of the best in its field. Soundexile are a Buenos Aires based production duo who have been crafting unique and inspiring electronic music since 2006. The pair are also accomplished DJs, having shared the booth with Hernan Cattaneo, John Digweed, James Zabiela, Dave Seaman and Henry Saiz. Now partnering up with Hernan once again, the trio make their Sound Avenue debut and provide a stunning take on ‘Utopia’. Electrically charged with thumping kicks and a tighter take on the groove, it’s energetic prowess beams brightly. Binding rhythmic flow with dynamic tones and sweeping effects makes for a sleek yet commanding first act. Colourful overlays heighten the senses as pixie-like melodies fade in and out of coherence leading into the break. Grandiose and soothing in equal measure, tasteful modulation highlights the centrepiece, elevating mood before getti ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GWcacLmfn0g