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08/18/2025
[Premiere]
Dnl Mike’s reimagining of Kinky Sound’s “Express” is a masterclass in restraint, groove, and subtle storytelling. From the opening moments, the remix establishes a hypnotic pulse—a finely tuned low-end that immediately anchors the listener into its deep, meditative flow. The kick is warm and rounded, balanced against a textured bassline that breathes rather than pounds, creating a sense of movement that feels organic and alive.
As layers unfold, Mike draws from his love of modular synthesis and analog sensibilities: arpeggiated flourishes flicker across the stereo field, while atmospheric pads create a vast, cinematic space. These textures don’t overwhelm; instead, they appear and retreat like passing scenery on a night train, keeping the listener engaged without ever breaking the spell of the groove.
The remix thrives on patience. Rather than rushing into peaks and drops, Mike allows tension to build gradually through subtle shifts—hi-hats that sharpen, percussive elements that emerge like whispers, and melodic fragments that shimmer before dissolving into the mix. This kind of storytelling shows a producer deeply attuned to the nuances of dance floor dynamics, where the journey itself is the destination.
Emotionally, the remix evokes a sense of introspection and weightless travel. It’s not a track that demands attention with force; instead, it seduces the listener into surrender, inviting them to lose themselves in its carefully sculpted layers. On the dance floor, it feels equally suited for a sunrise moment at a festival as it does for an intimate club setting where deep heads gather for something more than just rhythm.
With “Express,” Dnl Mike doesn’t just remix—he reframes. He transforms the original into a deeper, more atmospheric exploration, one that aligns perfectly with Magician On Duty’s reputation for cinematic, emotional storytelling in electronic music. It’s the kind of track that DJs will reach for when they want to elevate a set into something timeless and transporting.
Out exclusively on Beatport & Spotify September 12, 2025