To find balance between the elements of IDM with club friendly momentum is at the crux of many producers these days, and “Shanghai Liaison” strikes at the core of this with confidence. Abstract yet melodic, shades of James Ferraro’s 2011 “Far Side Virtual” vibes are colored over a punishing kick and far eastern pads—all combined to make a versatile club thumper by Nightdrive.
credits
from ROUGH CUTS 02_NIGHTDRIVE - MIRACLES LP,
released August 20, 2020
Artist : Nightdrive
Mastering : IRACIV
Text : Jon Miller
Artwork : Marco
Distribution : Shite Music Leipzig
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