If you thought 2021 would not see a release from Chambre Noire Records, think again. The label is back with the Prism EP, a Various Artists affair, featuring tracks by RW, Mild Drama, and label head Bunzinelli, all Montreal artists.
Born from the desire to offer positive, melody-oriented, and uplifting music during this dark period we are still experiencing, this EP is all about encapsulating the feelings of euphoria and unity that can be experienced on a dancefloor, as a reminder that the hope induced by music and dancing will light our path through the darkness.
RW - THE RETURN
RW is an alias of Richard Wenger, co-founder of Temple Records, and the man behind Dj Medallion and Richard Lamb. Driven by a sparse electro beat and an expressive lead in conversation with a variety of melodic elements such as gated vocals and piano riffs, this sweet-sounding track channels inspiration from Italy’s dream house scene, with an edge that is akin to Motor City productions.
BUNZINELLI - BUILDING BRIDGES
In this dance-inducing cut by Chambre Noire’s Bunzinelli clocking close to the 10-minute mark, the producer uses a darker sound palette, but it is quickly clear that this track is headed in much brighter directions. After laying the track's rhythmic foundation in the first part with a tight groove and straight-to-the-point bassline, uplifting and ethereal elements take listeners to new heights on this moving tune.
MILD DRAMA - IT STINGS THE WOUND CLEAN
This tune is a collaboration between Richard Wenger and Matt Salaciak, both co-founders of Temple Records, and their first appearance as such. At 144 BPM, it’s a fast-paced affair carried by a synth lead full of emotion and its harmonious interplay with the bassline, pads, and various elements bringing depth to the mix. With a feel and arrangements reminiscent of a live jam, listeners can focus on the tracks faster elements or zoom out and revel in its soothing chord progressions.
Words by Ed Isar
credits
released December 10, 2021
"The Return" produced by Richard Wenger
"Building Bridges" produced by Peter Bunzinelli, with additional mixing by Francis Latreille
"It Stings The Wound Clean" produced by Richard Wenger & Matt Salaciak
Mastered by Cristobal Urbina, See You Mastering
Artwork by Bunzinelli
Chambre Noire Records is a label out of Montreal, run by Peter Bunzinelli. It is the continuation of a mix series and a radio show on n10.as, active since 2017.