Thee-O has been keeping busy in the studio as usual and has a lot of tracks coming out in the next few months. Here is a list of releases in the pipes. Release dates subject to change.
Upcoming Releases:
Thee-O & Merlyn Martin - "Smack Attack" (Mizumo Music) (04/14/09)
Thee-O feat. Miss Blenna - "Breathe You In" (Source of Gravity) (06/01/09)
Thee-O - "Roots" b/w "Losing My Mind" (Jetlag Digital) (07/14/09)
Thee-O & Thomas Penton - "Sleight of Hand" (Perfecto Black) (04/28/09)
Thee-O's latest signing is a acid house stormer called "Acid Reign". It was recently picked up by 1980 Recordings out of London and helmed by noted DJ and Producer, Dan McKie. Release date is unknown at this point but remixes are currently being worked on to complete the package. Look for Thee-O to be dropping this track during his recent sets.
A short video of Thee-O DJing at Cherry Creek in El Paso for NYE 2009. The track in the background is his track "Soporific" that is available now on Source of Gravity.You can also download his 3 hour set in 2 mp3s. The first hour and a half can be downloaded here. The second half can be downloaded from here. Tracklisting available upon request.
""Hydro Dynamic" by Thee-O's ambient alter ego, Reef Project, is now available. The album has getting a lot great feedback and reviews. It was recently reviewd on Progressivehouse.com and awaiting reviews from other sites. "Hydro Dynamic" is now available at Beatport, iTunes, Amazon and other retailers.
Progressivehouse.com Review:
New York based System Recordings and LA’s intrepid DJ Thee-O, in the guise of Reef Project, team up to bring us ”Hydrodynamic,” a cool chillout and downtempo album with an oceanic theme and a cinematic vibe.
The undersea journey begins with a soothing melodic, beatless intro, followed by the muted clicky rhythms and dreamy atmosphere of Tide Pools, a type of tune one might hear in contemporary film and game soundtracks. Already we’re offered a glimpse into the diverse soundscape cruise we're about to embark on. Spotted Drum brings in heavier percussive elements, but keeps things on a low-key edge. Some subtle hand drums, static laden synths, and circuit bent type action keep things moving along.
Peacock Flounder is a pretty dope downtempo breaks cut, featuring some bright arpeggios and haunting little melodies. Damsel is a really cool tune, perhaps in the vein of Sneaker Pimps, with an infectious bass groove and the excellent filtered vocals provided by Erin Powers. Cero is another neat downtempo breakbeat tune with some relaxing melodies and futuristic synthy pads. Later things get flowing a little quicker as Reef Song brings in a speed breaks tempo and beat. There a respectable variety and pacing to the album. ”Hydrodynamic,” a good way to take step back from the pounding bass drums and fast paced lifestyle, and just chill.
Darren Flecta's "Hydro" is out now on Quimika records with 3 versions from Darren and a remix by Thee-O. Check out the review below. "Hydro" is currenty avaialble as a exclusive on Beatport Juno and other retailers
Progressivehouse.com Review:
The Thee-O Remix is solid in terms of production, with a neatly compressed bassdrum, as well as all the usual bleeps and sweeps you'd expect from a Thee-O remix. This mix should do well, perhaps off the name alone, not to mention the nice drop mid way in the mix.
"It's Like This" is out now on Quimika records and is getting a lot of great feedback. Check out the review below. "It's Like This" is currenty avaialble as a exclusive on Beatport Juno and other retailers
Progressivehouse.com Review:
Uruguay's Quimika Records and Los Angeles' DJ Thee-O team up for this monstrous release, definitely a mouthwatering prospect with the original of "It's Like This" joined by MikeE, Federico Guust, Licuadora System and Filter Cutz remixes. Thee-O has had more releases recently than the 2008 Oakland Raiders have been conceding touchdowns, believe me that's some achievement
The Original mix is a sharp track with a really smart voiced sample and a driving bassline. This mix should take grip of the dancefloor and not let go. Relentless indeed, and a really good start to the release.
Second up the MikeE Remix starts with an alternative bassdrum and some dark sweeps. This mix is definitely darker than the original with many sparse elements on show. Something for earlier on in a club set or radio mix.
Label bossman Federico Guist is up next with his interpretation of the original. This is a chunky progressive and house hybrid with a smart drop in the middle section of the track. A very solid remix indeed. The fourth mix is the Licuadora System remix, this utilises the main vocal a little differently, making it stand alone before bringing back in the main sweeps and percussion. Again definitely a sound remix, and very usable. The final mix is the Filter Cutz remix and this mix is a bit more progressive than tech house, unlike some of the other mixes. A nice bassline is a key component of the mix, as is an effective distorted take of vocal. Perhaps my favourite mix alongside the original.
5 mixes of quality on show here, some original ideas as well good production - definitely a recipe for success by Quimika and DJ Thee-O.
Thee-O's first release for Source of Gravity is making waves. "Seriously" is a dark progressive track with a vocal that puts it over the top. "Soporific" is a progressive tech monster that has been taking dancefloors by storm. "Clean Slate " completes the EP with a diferrent sound and vibe that really is unique. The Seriously EP also reached number 28 on the Progressivehouse.com chart as well. Now availble on Beatport, Audiojelly, Juno, DJDownload and other stores.
Selected Feedback:
"Soporific - Nice vibe. Very Good" - Armin Van Buuren (A State Of Trance)
"Soporific is my fave of the bunch here, nice bassline and synths here!" - Sasha Le Monnier (Source of Gravity, Nightshade)
"Soporific is my pick of the pack. Nice feel to this, liking the sounds being used. Good production quality." - Darin Epsilon (Source of Gravity, System)
"Punched out funk for the masses! This is a great quality release! Just what we expect from Thee-O!" - Jim Star (Alice Management)
"Brillant! All three tracks are great." - Dingle (Kickroach, Bonzai)
Thee-O and Swedish Egil team up once again for another remix for legendary label, Perfecto. This time they create a progressive remix of Adam White and Nat Monday's epic, "Another Dominant Force". This remix has been getting a lot of buzz and is regularly played by Paul Oakenfold. Other remixes by David Hopper, Sierra Hotel, and Adamn White complete this stellar package. Available now on Beatport, iTunes, Audiojelly, Juno, Trackitdown and other online retailers.
