Waves of Light

Stiv Hey debuts on Berlin imprint Kuukou Records after a slew of well received releases on essential labels such as Trapez or Sci + Tec. Across the three tracks of “Waves Of Light”, the Italian producer takes on a big room sound with flair and gusto. On title track “Waves of Light”, an apprehensive lead looms at the forefront while a beautiful arpeggiator rises and withdraws in the background. The track carries us through emotional peaks but a lonely siren wails in the background, a stark reminder that it can all easily turn sideways. Belgian duo Filterheadz take on “Waves Of Light” and inject some dynamics into the track without losing its deep and menacing qualities. The breakdowns stay big and a good amount of rave stabs get thrown in for good measure. On closer “Atlantis”, Stiv Hey takes us on a trip under the influence of the raptures of the deep. It’s a techno narcosis that’s brought to the edge and explodes at just the right moment.