Hunger by Scratch Massive

The air crackled with anticipation as Scratch Massive, the visionary duo of Maud Geffray and Sébastien Chenut, unveiled their latest sonic tapestry, "Nox Anima," this past February. Born from the sun-drenched yet shadowy corners of Los Angeles, where dreams are both made and lost, that album unfurled a new and captivating chapter for the pair. It's a world painted with poetic strokes, imbued with cinematic atmospheres, and echoing with a dreamy, melancholic blend of pulsating synths, driving techno, and the icy embrace of cold wave.

More than two decades have passed since Geffray and Chenut first ignited their creative spark, and "Nox Anima" arrives on the heels of a remarkable journey. Their discography, a steady stream of superb singles and albums, has resonated with millions, soundtracked the sleek campaigns of Yves Saint Laurent and L'Oréal, graced the stylish scenes of "Emily in Paris," and filled headline venues across the globe.

Dive headfirst into the absorbing expanse of "Hunger," a track that unfolds like a widescreen vista. Ethereal vocals drift and shimmer above slow, deliberate electro rhythms, casting a spell of otherworldly beauty. Wispy synths intertwine with subtle acid whispers, injecting a cosmic flair that steadily intensifies. The entire composition swells, building towards an escapist crescendo that overflows with raw emotion and profound introspection, leaving you breathless in its wake.

Emerging from the vibrant French electronic scene, Belaria has carved her own distinct path with electrifying sets at legendary clubs like Rex Club and La Machine, and standout releases on esteemed labels such as Friendsome. Her signature blend of Italo disco's infectious energy, the raw edge of EBM, the driving force of techno, and the cool elegance of new wave finds breathtaking expression in her rework of "Hunger." It transforms into an Italo space disco gem, where synthwave magic and irresistible dancefloor grooves entwine, promising to lift both mind and body into the starlit expanse.

Italian maestro Amarcord, a musician, DJ, and live performer celebrated for his genre-bending fusion of new wave, disco's shimmering allure, techno's hypnotic pulse, and ambient's ethereal textures (found on the esteemed rosters of Cardini's Correspondant, Watergate, Ombra International, and Aeon), lends his touch to another album highlight, "On The Edge." His remix is a glistening electro workout, propelled by uplifting synth arpeggios that reach for the heavens, while celestial pop vocals are drenched in shimmering, elevating chords, creating a sonic experience that is both exhilarating and sublime.

Scratch Massive - Hunger
Release Date 5th June 2025
Label bORDEL Records

Tracklist
1. Scratch Massive - Hunger
2. Scratch Massive - Hunger (Belaria Remix)
3. Scratch Massive - On The Edge (Amarcord Remix)