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Rotterdam-based artist Betonkust continues with more tracks inspired by the subtropical pool (now a circular entrepreneurship hub) Tropicana of his hometown. The fallen-from-grace swimming paradise again fuels a club-oriented selection, inspired by, in the artist's words, "the electronic music from 1988 up until now", more specifically "the Benelux-sound". 'Tropicana Tracks Two' kicks off in full gear with the zero swing drums and lately bass rhythms of 'Don't Think I'll Be Here Too Long' setting the stage for intense synth stabs. Its counterpart comes by way of Re'alxing', which nonetheless uses similar patches. If the A1 is the thrill of the slides, this one feels like blissfully floating in the geothermally heated waters afterwards. 'Will Support' on the reverse side takes on Detroit techno. Minimal in its composition, it is carried by tough, loopy minor fifth synth sections and prominently mixed rides. 'TV For Lonely People' features more big bass catchiness and melancholic, silky melodies, glued together by vintage flanger treatment and chlorine-damp reverb. The production revels in what feels like the quintessential Betonkust sound. Innershades then joins for the encore, and, characteristically, the mood turns a bit darker. 'Letting Go Of The Dream' is an emotional new beat update, fully equipped with thudding drum works, haunting lo-fi vocals and pivotal 303 programming - a fitting reaffirmation of the long-standing ties between two of Low Countries Electronics's finest ambassadors.

STAFF COMMENTS

Matt says: One of two laser-guided club missiles from Altered Circuits this week who continue to blur the boundaries between trance, prog and body music with a contemporary twist.

TRACK LISTING

1. Dont Think Ill Be Here Too Long
2. Realxing
3. Will Support
4. TV For Lonely People
5. Letting Go Of The Dream (feat. Innershades)