A returning artist to the Meanwhile catalogues, Imran Khan makes his original EP debut with the label’s twelfth offering, “Horizonz / Push Thru”.
An artist who has seen his stock rise at considerable pace after a raft of original releases on Clinique Recordings in late 2016, Imran Khan has gone on to see his music featured on such esteemed imprints as Balkan Connection, Stellar Fountain and Proton Music. A pair of remixes of GMJ & Matter’s “Lost on Origin” marked an impressive Meanwhile opening salvo in October 2020 as the UK star now returns with two sparking new original offerings.
Opening with “Horizonz”, a light percussive line sits atop a trademark cone-melting bassline while a heavy kick nestles perfectly in between. Evolving in seamless style, ticking hi-hats add further to the relaxed groove before flowing pads and searing synth line shimmer in reverberated echo chamber manner to create an eerie and haunting atmosphere. A searing analogue lead makes its presence felt at the mid-point before a head-shaking dancefloor collage erupts in the third movement to scintillating effect; the result creating a stunning debut from the UK artist.
Continuing the cavernous bassline and deep rhythmic groove narrative, “Push Thru” cuts an intriguing figure as organic staccato sound pans the stereo spectrum in pitched tape delay. Surrounded by an array of innovative spot effects, a muted synth line wends its way over the sonic horizon, gradually rising with open filter and increased release envelope to create a sparkling crescendo jam-packed full of modern progressive house credentials. Reverting back to the seething bass groove post-breakdown, “Push Thru” showcases Imran Khan’s skill and craftsmanship in lavish fashion.
Directed by GMJ & Matter
Managed by James Warren
Mastered by Cid Inc.
Design by Matter
Text by James Warren
