Featuring on a Pete Tong compilation as well as Solarstone's 'Electronic Architecture 2' series, tells another. One-and-a-quarter century of production credits tell their own story for the leading imprints of Black Hole, Solaris, Stripped and Cr2. Head of AandR for Solarstone's conceptual Molecule imprint, Stoynoff's relationship with music has provided him with a rich and purposeful journey. Raised in a city synonymous with the inception of the house movement, Nick Stoynoff transcends musical barriers. 'Barsoom' is a snapshot of Kobana's work at the height of its powers. Straight house beats are quickly joined by a joyous blend of resonant bass, soft melody and a rich evocative atmosphere so prevalent in Edgar Rice Burroughs vision of a dying Mars. A collection of remixes of Poison Pro, Moonbeam and a recent reworking of DNYO's 'Shine On This' for Proton Music sit proudly next to 2012's 'Summer' EP as 'Barsoom' now provides a glimpse into the future. Furthermore, a flourish of activity in 2011 and '12 saw his work feature on the third and fourth Anjunadeep compilations, shaping his sound with Yane3dots through 'Whoosh' and 'All Those Loose Things'.Ī revelation for the Particles imprint, collaborative work with Mario Hatchet saw a bountiful return as did further work with Yane3dots. Over 200 Beatport production credits sit proudly next to the Pole, a hallmark of quality and a standard bearer for a sound that has seen his prolific work grace the catalogues of Black Hole, Arrival and Lowbit. Recognised instantly by grandiose bass lines and melodic joy, Kobana's reign at the top of underground dance scene sees no 'kingslayer' likely to challenge his monarchy.

Now, the first track to step forward from the album stands apart as 'Barsoom' debuts with a masterful remix from Chicago resident and long-time Proton friend, Nick Stoynoff. 'The Riddle' provides the answers to Kobana's success as Proton's best-selling Polish artist it unlocks the door to a world of rhythmic and melodic intricacy wrapped up in enigmatic wonder. A prelude to a forthcoming masterpiece from a Polish maestro, Filip Kaczmarek's Kobana pseudonym makes its substantial mark with a full-length debut album.

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