On | Off aka Benas Ivanovas, hails from Kaunas, Lithuania and joins the growing roster of talented artists on Audio Logic Recordings with his release of The Gift. The Gift is a downtempo progressive tune with a haunting vocal snippet proclaiming “Thank You For This Gift”. Groovy percussion and classy synths complete the track.

Diego Mongelos checks in with his first remix on Audio Logic since his original Livin In Stigma release. Diego’s interpretation goes the dub route keeping the vocal subdued while creating an intoxicating groove that is dark and dirty.

Nick Stoynoff’s sound has been evolving with each release on Audio Logic and he really shines here with his remix of The Gift. Nick gets going straight away with punchy percussive work that is sure to ignite dance floors and leads into an amazing break that shows why Nick Stoynoff will become a familiar name. This is Nick’s best work to date on Audio Logic.

To complete the package, Tyler Hampton (aka The Hamptons) provides an amazing interpretation of The Gift with his first remix on Audio Logic… chunky and groovy!

Reactions & DJ Support

Ben Brown – Nick Stoynoff and Tyler Hampton’s Remixes for me. Good stuff. 8/10

Chris Walsh – Nick Stoynoff Remix… very nice. I really love the Tyler Hampton mix and will definitely play out. 8/10

D:Fuse – Nick Stoynoff’s remix here but also like the original and Tyler Hampton mixes. Nice work. 7/10

David Call – Wonderful how this package delivers on all twists of the progressive sound Hard to decide between the Stoynoff or the Hampton remix, just might have to play both! 8/10

Eelke Kleijn – Original is great, love the laidback vibe! 7/10

Luke Porter – This is an amazing package. Original is a nice smooth cut. Diego Mongelos & Nick Stoynoff remixes are both excellent and will fit perfectly in my sets. Tyler Hampton mix has a really chunky groove as well. Top stuff! 9/10

Mike Hiraztka – Nice techy vibes on Diego Mongelos and Tyler Hampton mixes. 7/10

Nico Heins – Stoynoff’s remix is packed with punch, groovy percussion and warm synth lines that particularly characterize Stoynoff’s melodramatic sound. It’s like icing on the cake to hear the original tribalish feel slipping through Nick’s deeply detailed rework. Superb! 10/10

Rob Passow (M.O.D.E.) – Diego’s mix is superb. 9/10

Shawn Mitiska – YES!!! Nick Storynoff Remix…SICK Chuggy & pumpin. I Love it!!! 8/10

Seneca – Nick Stoynoff’s remix is absolutely amazing. This kid just doesn’t stop getting better and better 10/10

Stefan (Progressive-World.at) – Awesome original mix! Perfect warmup tune for me. Diego mongelos has a nice techy feeling that is great for warmups as well! 8/10

Thomas Sagstad – Really nice package here. Stoynoff & Hampton mix for me. 7/10

Ben Brown – Chinstroke / 151
Catalog #AL022
Release Date: March 13th 2009

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01. Chinstroke
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02. 151
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Press Release:
Ben Brown delivers two new additions to the Audio Logic Recordings catalog with the release of Chinstroke and 151. Ben has the support of many major artists and has not looked back since the release of Love and Solace in 2007. With Audio Logic’s first mix compilation due out soon and Ben at the wheel, his profile and support will continue to rise.

Chinstroke showcases Audio Logic’s distinctive progressive sound. The track starts with slamming percussion that builds with an airy tension. Haunting melodies captivate the listener in a rage of energy as the lead filters in and out. The driving bass line creates an intense experience as the track builds and channels incredible energy. Chinstroke has a fantastic vibe that will become a favorite on dance floors across the globe.

151 is a progressive gem that sets the mood immediately and keeps the listener locked in. Ben uses an arpeggiated bass line to set the track apart and combines it with a funky melody that creates a relentless groove. 151 will raise energy levels in an intimate room or massive festivals making 151 a versatile weapon of choice for all DJs.

Artist Reactions & DJ Support
Andre Solaris – Wow! Ben doensn’t dissapoint. 151 is totally up my alley…dark alley. 9/10

Blake Jarrell – Chinstroke is Good Stuff! 8/10

Bs As Deep – Thanks for the EP. Both tracks are good but my favorite is 151! You have my full support 8/10

Christopher Manik – Cool tracks! 151 has an old school flavor it. Nice stuff from Ben as usual. 8/10

Flash Brothers – Supporting Chinstroke 7/10

Harry Lemon – Supporting 151. 7/10

Jaytech – Really liking both of these – thanks! 8/10

Kev O’Brien – Chinstroke is right on the money. 151 is not really my style as much, but has a big peak hour energy which I can see a lot of people liking. 4/5

Luke Porter – I love Chinstroke, fucking chunky as hell! 8/10

Mashtronic – Chinstroke is awesome. Will hammer this for sure. 9/10

Matt Rowan – Really enjoying both tunes. Big peak time stuff from Ben… well done! 8/10

Mike Hiraztka – Chinstroke is really nice, cool groove, some great sounds and as always Ben’s production is excellent. 8/10

Nico Heins – Chinstroke is a monster! The spacious, heavy groove and elusive lead makes this a peak time bomb not to be messed with! 9/10

Row – Ben delivered once again. Both tracks are great productions and Chinstroke will be in the bag for my next gigs! 9/10

Sasha Le Monnier – 151 is certainly rolling along with a rather FAT, Hypnotic sound… sweet! Chinstroke is a lovely track for warming up with… sweet stuff! 4.5 / 5

Seneca – Chinstroke is one of my favorite releases to date! 9/10

Shawn Michaels – Solid production. 151 is a BOMB! 9/10

Stefan (Progressive-World.at) – Chinstroke is awesome! Proper dance floor stuff which will manage to do some damage on the floors worldwide! 151 is amazing as well! That’s the way progressive house should sound! 9/10

The Funky Bastard – Supporting Chinstroke 7/10

Thomas Sagstad – Bouncy, I like it! Chinstroke is my choice.

Topher Jones – 151 is a really nice tune. Liked it the first time I heard it! 7/10

Tyler Hampton – Chinstroke is massive! Really groovy stuff… it will definitely get some plays from me. 9/10

Catalog #: AL021
Release Date: February 17th 2009
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Chicago & Istanbul native Tolgar, debuts with his first original on Audio Logic Recordings titled Transistor Radial. The tune is an electro-house banger that gets down to business straight away instead of building up with each element. Tolgar produces serious effects on the bass channel, which make each sound-effect like it’s own element within the track! Crazy arpeggios give the tune it’s groove and pitch shifts are created from varying the octaves. Tolgar bit crushes many elements to give it a grainy feel and makes Transistor Radial a perfect tune for the electro heads.

Dub Mechanics from Los Angeles, provide a stripped back and groovy alternative to Tolgar’s raw arrangement. They lead into the wicked bass that makes the original unique and add a sub-bass that after hearing makes it hard to stand still. Punchy percussion drives the track and as the arrangement breaks down, tension builds to a sudden drop and hits hard on the floor.

Newcomer on Audio Logic, Nico Heins, offers a fresh interpretation of Transistor Radial. Nico’s approach is deeper and he picks up on the progressive sound you are familiar with on Audio Logic. Lush pads and eerie leads add space throughout the mix and the wicked bass from the original is placed well with excellent effects. Nico Hein’s ethereal sound and infectious groove rounds out the package.

DJ Reactions

Behrouz – I like the Nico Heins remix and will play it. Thank you. 7/10

Blende – Definitely the Original Mix for me.

Blue Room Project – Nico Heins version is a bit haunting but works well for me.
8/10

Chad North – I like all the mixes! Dub Mechanics has this dark, groovy shit going
on and I can definitely hearing this going off at an underground club. It’s the late-night one of the bunch. The Nico Heins remix is pure class. From the build-up to when it opens up… the pad and added bass takes the track to an entirely different place. The Original mix just gets stupid! Not simply a head-nodder… it commands your attention and drops like a fucking hammer. This is a party track – straight up. Nice one… full support 8/10

David Call – This package epitomizes what I’ve come to expect from a new Audio Logic release. Understated elements that provide a unique groove unlike the kind of music I’m usually into. Definitely the Nico Heins remix for me as it provides the catchy hook I’m always drawn to. 9/10

Dylan Rhymes – I prefer the original mix to all the others. Original is much chunkier and ballsy! Well done!

Flash Brothers – Cool Stuff! We like the Nico Heins remix. 7/10

James Zabiela – The Nico Heins Remix is cool, thanks. 7/10

Johan Soh aka Jariten – With squelchy basslines and that bleepy edge that I love, this Tolgar release presses all the right buttons!

Kares – Tolgar’s mix is definitely my favorite! Bass heavy and like an
Invitation to the pants party! It kind of reminds me of Mario eating the mushrooms and growing bigger.

Mashtronic – The Nico Heins remix is my pick here… Nice release. 7/10

Mike Hiraztka – Cool grooves and effected bits, nice production all around. 7/10

Nosmo – Slamming release for Audio Logic. These will definitely be peak time mixes. The bass guitar and intricate environments of the Nico Heins mix make that the one for me. Go Tolgar! 7/10

Pablo Decoder – Fat bass and wicked noises! I like the original mix a lot.

Seneca – Love the Dub Mechanics punch and Nico Hein’s remix is extraordinary! 8/10

Solarstone – Audio Logic is one of very few labels that get me excited when I go through the glut of promos each week. As hot chocolate so deftly put it; “every one is a winner!” 10/10

Stephan (Progressive-World.at) – Pretty chunky original mix! I didn’t see that coming on Audio Logic. Dub Mechanics Mix is a bit better than the original in my opinion. The Nico Heins remix on the other hand is a really nice piece of music! It gets my support for sure!

Thomas Sagstad – Nico Heins remix is growing on me.