MOD002 – Modmotif

About

The follow-up collection from Modmotif is both bold and inspirational, displaying a distinctive look of downtempo style and personality. “A Time to Remember” showcases three original pieces designed by Ansidis.

The self-titled first track is a collaboration with neo-trad, and grows organically out of a lusciously textured atmosphere accented with whimsically flared vocals. Its woven soundscapes juxtaposed with the embroidered bassline results in something very special. The second ensemble “Inside the Elephant Garden” is dominated by the dark hues of textured bass and soft, muted pads, paired with a colorful patchwork of sound design and phonetics. This garment is perfect for those late night theatrics on the dance floor or runway. The third piece of the collection, “Morning Miles,” introduces Ansidis’s softer side with sheer synths detailed by beaded percussion and flashes of sharply cut vocals. Together the three pieces form a statement highlighting the detailed craftsmanship and versatility representative of Modmotif’s aesthetic identity.

Artful remixes by Bertrand P, Shane Walker, and Odi Diaz follow on the auditory runway. Bertrand P unfolds “A Time to Remember” into a striking tech noir garb with leather straps of low end, opposite elegantly adorned pads, slinky synths and patterned percussives. Shane Walker brings his mature, hyper-sensual flavor to “A Time to Remember,” displaying rocker- chic bass and vigorous sound design suggestive of fetish attire perfect for festivals or packed out club nights. Odi Diaz masterfully designs “Inside the Elephant Garden” into a true tech house representation displaying functional, patterned grooves accessorized with glittering hi-hats and animal prints.

This second installment from Modmotif proves to be a blossoming for the label with a diversified palette of downtempo, techno, and tech house, a perfect ensemble for anyone’s musical closet.

Tracklist

A1 – Ansidis & neo-trad – A Time to Remember
A2 – Ansidis – Inside the Elephant Garden
A3 – Ansidis – Morning Miles
B1 – A Time to Remember (Bertrand P Remix)
B2 – A Time to Remember (Shane Walker Remix)
B3 – Inside the Elephant Garden (Odi Diaz Remix)

Production Notes

All tracks mastered at Curve Pusher studios London (www.curvepusher.co.uk)

Modmotif

An electronic music label exploring the conceptual frameworks that lead to persuasive, emotionally-laden music, from absorption to feedback.