Midnight Voices EP by Rupert Ellis

Rupert Ellis returns to LOCUS with Midnight Voices EP, his second release on the label.

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Hailing from East London, Rupert Ellis has emerged as a name to watch both in front of and behind the scenes. Co-founder of the label Circa Groove, an imprint known for releases from artists such as Liquid Earth, Djebali, Terence:Terry, and Politics Of Dancing, Ellis' own reputation as an artist and producer has been steadily growing in tandem with releases on Into The Woods and Dansu Discs. Following his label debut on FUSE's sister label LOCUS in 2023 with his "Raveland EP," receiving support from tastemakers including Vlad Caia, Cristina Cons, Janeret, Andrey Pushkarev, D'Julz, and Voigtmann, he now returns to the label for his sophomore outing as he uncovers five fresh cuts on his "Midnight Voices EP."

Opening with the title track, "Midnight Voices," Ellis blends cosmic atmospheres with punchy hypnotic grooves that set the tone for the journey ahead. "Hackney Rebel" channels a gritty energy reflective of East London's nightlife scene, combining skippy rhythms with intricate melodies and zipping bass licks. "Time Twister" takes a more playful turn, delivering a vibrant exploration of warped synths and shimmering pads. "Morning Bliss" shifts gears once again, offering a euphoric and uplifting cut that's perfect for sunrise moments on the dancefloor, before "String Killa" dives into darker territories with its pulsating acid basslines, hard-hitting drums, and sweeping strings, rounding out the release with a commanding presence.

Rupert Ellis - Midnight Voices EP
Release Date January/February 2025
Label LOCUS

Tracklist
1. Midnight Voices
2. Hackney Rebel
3. Time Twister
4. Morning Bliss
5. String Killa