NEW VIDEO IS OUT NOW !!
Baltes&ZĂ€yn presents the official animeted video "ANG DILĂG NA TAGĂ-IPANEMA". The song is the b-side track by the great extended video single "AUGENLOS DOCH ALLES SEHEND" ...
Nothing could be more diametrically opposed to the stentorian, German vocal delivery of AUGENLOS DOCH ALLES SEHEND with its backing of synthesizer-generated industrial mayhem evoking a boundless central European oecumenopolis than the caressively sung Tagalog lyrics of ANG DILĂG NA TAGĂ-IPANEMA, floating in the oceanic foam of a melodious and carefree easy listening instrumental evoking a balmy, bucolic afternoon on a tropical beach.
VIDEO: https://youtu.be/YMYKVPUUOT8
SHOP: www.echozone.de/ean/4260101581440
BIO:
Steve Baltes, impassioned electronic musician, pioneer of trance music, DJ, producer and composer with multiple releases under his belt (including Top Ten entries in the German Alternative Charts with his Arctic Sunrise project, in addition to albums with Stefan Erbe and Harald GroĂkopf), veteran of international performances as musician for the iconic Krautrock band ASHRA (with legend, Manuel Göttsching, and Harald GroĂkopf) on their Japan tour, as well as of numerous DJ and live sets with Deep Voices in the USA, was inspired by Kraftwerk, Depeche Mode, Ultravox and Heaven 17.
Lucian ZĂ€yn, multilingual singer/songwriter late of diverse projects and releases, such as Exogen (PostPunk â two albums, festival gigs) and Ten to Fall (electronica/percussion fusion live band) and multimedia performance artist, writes songs in 11 languages and gives rein to his deep fascination with Yellow Magic Orchestra, Kate Bush, Japan, David Bowie, Joni Mitchell, Carly Simon, Thomas Dolby,
Roxy Music and Magazine in his music.
These two artists are united by a shared love for vibrant cultural phenomena such as animĂ©, manga, kaiju eiga (e.g. Godzilla films), and the science fiction and horror genres, which they now celebrate together in their BALTES & ZĂYN project.
Baltes deploys his impressive panoply of sound and production technology encompassing both recherchĂ© vintage synthesizers and state-of-the-art equipment and software. ZĂ€yn provides the spark of his extravagant vocal stylings, exotic tech-noir poesy and adventurous melodic flair. With their first album, BLUE SUNSET, BALTES & ZĂYN blaze a trail to new horizons! BLUE SUNSET features a breathtaking range of visionary songs which tell rapturous stories of the worlds of the iconic Neon Genesis: Evangelion animĂ© series, the electrifying Lovecraft Country HBO TV series, and H. P. Lovecraftâs classic short story The Colour our of Space (1927). There are also loving tributes to the Hammer Horror and the kaiju eiga genres with a nod to Pacific Rim and Godzilla films.
ZĂ€ynâs debut album, The Long Tomorrow (produced by Christoph Hausmann with renowned guitarrist Ralf Aussem) will be remastered and reissued on occasion of the BLUE SUNSET release. The BLUE SUNSET track The Colour out of Space ties in with The Long Tomorrow, as it narrowly missed being included in that album.
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ARCTIC SUNRISE are back with new single âFeelings Changing Handsâ
Just in time for their 10th anniversary and after a creative break, the synthpop duo ARCTIC SUNRISE are making an impressive return. With their new single âFeelings Changing Handsâ, Torsten Verlinden (vocals) and Steve Baltes (electronics, production) build on their successful releases and present a captivating mix of melancholy and driving beats.
Since their formation in 2015, ARCTIC SUNRISE have made a lasting impact on the international synthpop scene with three world-renowned studio albums. Their songs are still featured in playlists around the globe, while both their albums and singles have reached top positions in independent charts such as the DAC. They have also been regularly featured in renowned magazines such as Orkus and Sonic Seducer.
The duo from Mönchengladbach is known for its characteristic sound, characterized by a love of the synthetic soundscapes of the 80s. Feelings Changing Handsâ also reflects these influences: a dense, melancholy atmosphere meets energetic beats, while Torsten Verlinden's unique voice unfolds its full radiance in the euphoric chorus.
ARCTIC SUNRISE have also made a name for themselves live and have already performed on stage with scene greats such as Anne Clark and DAF's Robert Görl. Producer and synthesizer virtuoso Steve Baltes once again relies on his extensive collection of vintage equipment and almost completely dispenses with software instruments - a trademark that makes the sound of ARCTIC SUNRISE unmistakable.
With âFeelings Changing Handsâ, ARCTIC SUNRISE address the transience of relationships and the constant changes in our lives. The song reflects the many hopes and plans with which we make new connections - only to realize that they sometimes end abruptly. Every relationship that ends means the loss of a possible future, a chapter that closes forever. But with every ending comes a new beginning that requires us to redefine our own lives. The line âso many different lives I've lostâ gets to the heart of this feeling of lost possibilities.
A moving track about parting, change and the courage to keep reinventing yourself.
The release is accompanied by an impressive remix package, including contributions from FragileChild, L_iGH_T, Mind_Code, Monotronic and other artists. These reinterpretations promise not only to dominate playlists worldwide, but also to fill dance floors with pulsating beats.
ARCTIC SUNRISE prove once again that they are an integral part of the electronic music scene even after ten years - and are ready to thrill their audience once again.
Foto: © deFOTOGRAF mönchengladbach
#arcticsunrise #electro #pop #electropop #echozone
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Pre-release info friday, 21th 2025:
Arctic Sunrise - FeelingsChanging Hands
ARCTIC SUNRISE are back with new single âFeelings Changing Handsâ
Just in time for their 10th anniversary and after a creative break, the synthpop duo ARCTIC SUNRISE are making an impressive return. With their new single âFeelings Changing Handsâ, Torsten Verlinden (vocals) and Steve Baltes (electronics, production) build on their successful releases and present a captivating mix of melancholy and driving beats.
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ARCTIC SUNRISE melden sich mit neuer Single âFeelings Changing Handsâ zurĂŒck
Rechtzeitig zum 10-jĂ€hrigen JubilĂ€um und nach einer kreativen Pause kehrt das Synthpop-Duo ARCTIC SUNRISE eindrucksvoll zurĂŒck. Mit ihrer neuen Single âFeelings Changing Handsâ knĂŒpfen Torsten Verlinden (Gesang) und Steve Baltes (Elektronik, Produktion) an ihre erfolgreichen Veröffentlichungen an und prĂ€sentieren eine fesselnde Mischung aus Melancholie und treibenden Beats.
#arcticsunrise #electro #pop #electropop #echozone
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The Grab Society â "Eternal" (Remixed) feat. #Annabelle
Recently described by Esotheknus Media S.A.P.I. de C.V. as âthe most innovative duo on the German electronic sceneâ. Annabelle is on board as a guest singer.
Tracklist:
01. Eternal (FragileChild Remix)
02. Eternal (Oren Amram Dance Mix)
03. Eternal (Sub-Electric-RMX by Tevalik)
04. Eternal (Annabelle Remix)
05. Eternal (#UndAbtanzBAR Mix)
Cover design: Blaustein & The Grab Society with Codeway
Charts:
"Eternal (Ewig)" feat. Annabelle (German Electronic Web Charts #9 / January, 27th 2025)
"Free (Gratis)" (German Electronic Web Charts #9 / September, 9th 2024)
"Room (Raum)" (German Electronic Web Charts #10 / March, 11th 2024)
"Underrated (UnterschÀtzt)" (German Electronic Web Charts #7 / July, 10th 2023)
#thegrabsociety #annabelle #eternal fifthsingle #echozone #ulfmĂŒller #manfredthomaser #anjastrack #julianblaustein #ai #ki #electro #pop #wave #darkelectro #electropop #electronica #crossover #experimental
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GroĂartige Review zur aktuellen EP "Haunting von Merry Chicklit feat. Imperfexion im Monkeypress ...
"FĂŒr Fans von ehrlicher, melancholischer Musik zwischen Indie, Alternative und Singer-Songwriter-Kunst ist diese EP ein Muss. Sie eignet sich perfekt fĂŒr Playlists, die nach Tiefe, Rohheit und Geschichten suchen, die unter die Haut gehen. Neben dem Titeltrack enthĂ€lt die EP einen dĂŒsteren Club-Remix von Imperfexion sowie zwei weitere Bonustracks von Merry Chicklit."
monkeypress.de/2025/02/news/new-videos/merry-chickâŠ
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To be released on Friday, 21th 2025:
The Grab Society â "Eternal" (Remixed) feat. #Annabelle
Recently described by Esotheknus as âthe most innovative duo on the German electronic sceneâ. Annabelle is on board as a guest singer.
Tracklist:
01. Eternal (FragileChild Remix)
02. Eternal (Oren Amram Dance Mix)
03. Eternal (Sub-Electric-RMX by @Tevalik)
04. Eternal (Annabelle Remix)
05. Eternal (Un(d)AbtanzBAR Mix)
Cover design: Blaustein & The Grab Society with Codeway
Charts:
"Eternal (Ewig)" feat. Annabelle (German Electronic Web Charts #9 / January, 27th 2025)
"Free (Gratis)" (German Electronic Web Charts #9 / September, 9th 2024)
"Room (Raum)" (German Electronic Web Charts #10 / March, 11th 2024)
"Underrated (UnterschÀtzt)" (German Electronic Web Charts #7 / July, 10th 2023)
#thegrabsociety #annabelle #eternal fifthsingle #echozone #ulfmĂŒller #manfredthomaser #anjastrack #julianblaustein #ai #ki #electro #pop #wave #darkelectro #electropop #electronica #crossover #experimental #ECHOZONE
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Pre-release info friday, 21th 2025:
Arctic Sunrise - FeelingsChanging Hands
ARCTIC SUNRISE are back with new single âFeelings Changing Handsâ
Just in time for their 10th anniversary and after a creative break, the synthpop duo ARCTIC SUNRISE are making an impressive return. With their new single âFeelings Changing Handsâ, Torsten Verlinden (vocals) and Steve Baltes (electronics, production) build on their successful releases and present a captivating mix of melancholy and driving beats.
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ARCTIC SUNRISE melden sich mit neuer Single âFeelings Changing Handsâ zurĂŒck
Rechtzeitig zum 10-jĂ€hrigen JubilĂ€um und nach einer kreativen Pause kehrt das Synthpop-Duo ARCTIC SUNRISE eindrucksvoll zurĂŒck. Mit ihrer neuen Single âFeelings Changing Handsâ knĂŒpfen Torsten Verlinden (Gesang) und Steve Baltes (Elektronik, Produktion) an ihre erfolgreichen Veröffentlichungen an und prĂ€sentieren eine fesselnde Mischung aus Melancholie und treibenden Beats.
#arcticsunrise #electro #pop #electropop #ECHOZONE
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6/6 Die neue EP "Haunting" von Merry Chicklit feat. IMPERFEXION findet guten Anklang beim Bodystyler Musikmagazin / Northern Art Music ...
"âHauntingâ ist sehr gut produziert und geht gut nach vorne." (Roman Golub)
www.bodystyler.org/de/releases/detail.php?beitragiâŠ
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Das Fortleben NEWS
It has indeed been quiet around us again for a while. This was due to the fact that we were still very busy in our private lives, made plans for our future work and played a few more gigs in 2024. Our health, jobs and families also kept slowing us down!
But now we're moving forward again!
We are planning our new digital album â!SoVaD!â for the end of the year and our first single release âFronTal'24â is scheduled for April! We've come up with something else for the new single release, true to the motto: âDon't just talk, do it!â! But more about that in due course ...
We are already looking forward to playing the new tracks live!
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NEW VIDEO EP IS OUT NOW !!
Merry Chicklit - Haunting feat. IMPERFEXION (EP)
VIDEO: https://youtu.be/ZktsPc7282c
SHOP: www.echozone.de/ean/4260101581464
#Haunting #imperfexion #leonxero #merrychicklit #evajaninahaas #singer #songwriter #musicproducer #model #portrait #femaleartist #ECHOZONE #electro #alternativeelectro #toitronic #electropunk #remixes #germany #cologne #BOBMEDIA #remixers #remixes #hardbeat #daccharts #music #love #thanks
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