Dani Casarano, Felipe Valenzuela - Arpegio
CAL006
Frequently attempted yet rarely achieved, mastering the art of jazzy electronic fusion in todayʼs dance music is something Cadenza Labʼs latest appears to have down to a fine point with the new ʻArpegioʼ EP. Both foregoing solo and collaborative Cadenza artists, Dani Casaranoʼs undeniable musicality meets Felipe Valenzuelaʼs head strong punch with three enticing new Cadenza Lab cuts.
ʻArpegioʼsʼ title track works a tight platform of crunchy attacks and bursting bubbles throughout an eleven minute ride of the duoʼs condensed production styles. While recoiling springs pounce and dark, moody rubber creases, “Arpegio” unfolds with flouncing piano keys to shatter the pounding rhythmic base with their delicate edge. Pushing slowly forward, the two distinguishing elements shine with impeccable arrangement, forgiving partnership and chaotic percussion breaks.
Our second track “Split Music” strikes a funkier chord with striking hand claps, layered hats and an irresistibly wiggly b-line. Again, ethereal piano keys accompany our groove, this time stacked and reverbed to the nines for a haunting echoing effect. Pushing and pulling with smug prowl yet elegant prance, “Split Music” hits our dance floors and our heart strings with equal... effect.
To close, house fuelled “Travolta” turns ʻArpegioʼ into a sexy and vibrant three piece as dramatic synth stabs pound against tinny drum rolls and a penetrating bass destined for late night antics takes on the dance floor. Much like this EPʼs title hints, Dani Casarano & Felipe Valenzuelaʼs three track sequence works intrinsically for a seductive package from Cadenza Lab. more
released October 17, 2011