BALANCE PRESENTS SUNSETSTRIP

TRACKLISTING


A1. Davi - Dream on Wheels
A2. Hernan Cattaneo & Soundexile - Glide
A3. Juan Hansen - Hiding Sun
B1. Bachir Sall oum & Memory - Evol
B2. Kevin Di Serna & Guhus - 4 Meditation
B3. Hernan C attaneo & Soundexile - Stimulation

C1. Mike Griego feat. Paula Os - Heads pace
C2. Khen - April Storm
C3. Mariano Mellino - The Old Seawolf (Hernan Cattaneo & Graziano Raffa Remix)
D1. Sentre - Enterprise
D2. Colle - A Fo rest
D3. Hernan Cattaneo & Soundexile - Wind Down





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Balance Music have always been on the pulse of cutting-edge m usic, from their original series with James Holden and Phil K to the incredibly unique talents of Henry Saiz, James Zabiela, and Max Cooper.
Balance presen ts Sunsetstrip is the next plateau of concept mixes. Featuring 33 tracks by esta blished, and new producers, such as DAVI, Khen, Brian Cid, Navar, CID Inc., an d more, plus a host of exclusive original collaborations, where we transverse mu ltiple genres, and tempos, all under the steady hands by one of the most highly regarded DJ in the industry today.

"Sunsetstrip is a tribute to the e nergy, light and vibration going on at sunsets. It's an album based on the shows I've been doing for years in places like Woodstock 69 in the Netherlands, the B ig Playa at Burning Man, boat parties around the world, and recently at Punta de l Este in Uruguay, along with the polo fields in Buenos Aires, Argentina." - Her nan Cattaneo

There are certain DJs that need little introduction, and top of that list is Hernan Cattaneo. Lovingly referred to as 'El Maestro' by hi s legions of adoring fans, Hernan has, over the last 30 years, carved a career t hat eclipses all others. Fascinated by the synth-pop and post punk of the 80s, H ernan quickly discovered the futuristic sounds of dance music coming from Detroi t and Chicago. Completely consumed by his new-found love, he progressed naturall y to DJing. It was his life-changing residency at the epicentre of Argentinian c lub culture, Clubland in Buenos Aires, that he was catapulted into the global sp here by long-time friend, Paul Oakenfold.
Over the years, his forays into t he CD compilation market has enthralled, excited, and energised us. From those t entative first steps with Perfecto, through to the golden years of progressive w ith Renaissance, and then onto his groundbreaking Balance mixes, Hernan has alwa ys brought more than just a selection of upfront tracks, and his silky mixing sk ills. In his own words, Sunsetstrip represents a continuation of his legacy, by marrying his all-encompassing love of the music with his strong work ethic.

"These kinds of shows are a big part of my schedule every year, and doing this album with Balance is a great opportunity to showcase what are they're all about." - Hernan Cattaneo

From the opening bars of Darpan's 'Blessin g', we are treated to Hernan in wistful reflection. Painting the perfect sonic t apestry, richly musical nuggets dovetail with consummate ease as El Maestro teas es every last drop of emotion from each track. Soon, a malaise of joyous energy hypnotises you, as you travel with the soulful journeyman into the deepest realm s of his imaginations.
Disc two sees Hernan in cruise control - the more fa miliar side of his DJing. The opening double from Mike Griego setting the scene well, as rubbery bass, and lightly tribal percussions whisk us off to wonderland . Easily shifting through the gears, things really get going midway as the sun s ets and the music takes on a different meaning. Wildly original, deeply personal , and ever so good, this is one rollercoaster ride you can take again, and again , and again.