ODTD035 sees a welcome Øddity return for exciting talent 19:26 after his ‘Hundred Reasons’ on Odd Echoes vol. 5 gave a snapshot of the dark expansive 19:26 sound that’s also featured on Atlant and Notturna.

Title track ‘Vertigo’ is an intense melodic techno journey that immediately locks you into its hypnotic groove. Deep dark bass pulses add intensity and razor sharp beats help move ‘Vertigo’ along before an addictive arp theme seizes your intention and locks into your mind. The perfectly judged breakdown makes full use of the intensity 19:26 has created in the lead up. An essential gem for discerning DJ playlists.

‘Alaska’ focuses on melody with its beautiful warm keys, poignant chords and rising synth lines weaving a sonic tapestry. The theme is full of emotion and beauty - a lesson in restrain and taste, ‘Alaska’ showcases the diversity and range of 19:26’s talent. Perfect for an extended DJ set.

‘Horizon’ takes things firmly onto the dance floor, presenting 19:26’s ability to create pure clubbing moments through punchy beats and sound waves that resonate around a speaker system as sub-bass shakes the floor. The dramatic breakdowns serve as a gateway for DJ’s to turn up the intensity dial, letting the crowd release their energy.

Closing track ‘When Will You Return’ is the perfect way to end the EP, grabbing your attention straight away with a driving energetic bass-line that then drops in key, acting as a fulcrum for ringing orbiting analog synth chords that aim straight for the heart. With an elegance in composition and construction beyond his years 19:26 is consistently producing melody infused futuristic techno of the highest order.