PSYCHEMAGIK レコード& CD

Review: Psychemagik return with their signature knack for transforming pop classics into deep, genre-blending journeys of electronic music. Their latest offering showcases their ability to take familiar tracks and reimagine them in a way that feels fresh and immersive. The first track is a vibrant, calypso-infused rework of a classic pop song, effortlessly blending disco, house and island instrumentation. The result is a classy instrumental version that radiates warmth and groove, making it perfect for both dancefloors and laid-back listening. On the flip side, the duo takes another beloved 80s hit and takes it into new sonic territories. This remix is deep and atmospheric, turning the original into a trippy, spacious experience that feels futuristic yet timeless. Psychemagik's remix elevates the track, adding layers of psychedelic textures and a subtle sense of grandeur, while maintaining the emotional core of the original. With this release, Psychemagik continue to demonstrate their mastery of pushing boundaries, seamlessly blending retro influences with modern, forward-thinking production.

Review: Psychemagik's Undercover Lovers Vol 3 delivers a masterful reinterpretation of dance classics with a twist. On the A-side-, their rendition of Donna Summer's 'I Feel Love' transforms the high-energy anthem into a mesmerizing slow burner. With a low-slung groove and heavy synthesisers, Psychemagik crafts an epic version that wow's listeners with its depth and intensity. On Side-2, their take on Hall and Oates' 'I Can't Go For That' is equally exciting. Retaining the legendary groove while infusing it with melodic nuances, Psychemagik creates a unique jam that feels both familiar and fresh. The addition of Spanish lyrics adds an unexpected dimension, further enhancing the track's appeal. Undercover Lovers Vol 3 is a great example to Psychemagik's talent for reinventing classics into new gems for a new generation.

Review: There are few record collectors and DJs with crates quite as deep as Psychemagik. They've already proved this beyond doubt via a trio of brilliant Magik compilations for Paul Murphy and Simon Purnell's Leng label. Magik Sunset Part 2 continues this run, gathering together another double-album's worth of fantastic obscurities from the worlds of stoner disco, left-of-centre rock, psychedelia and Balearica. As usual, there are some genuine "how did I not know about this record" moments, from the star-kissed Balearic jazz of Fabio Fabor and saucer-eyed white boy reggae-rock of the Trepidants, to the Flamenco-tinged AOR disco shuffle of Jack Adkins' "Sunset Beach".