An alluring, midnight trip.
Embarking on the next chapter with ‘Bacchanalia’, the new EP from Italian-born, London-based producer Andrea Bonalumi, better known as Big Hands. Across three original tracks and a remix by British producer Al Wootton, ‘Bacchanalia’ moves through hypnotic grooves exuding primal energy and forward momentum, blurring the lines between percussive techno intensity and subterranean bass vibrations.
Opening with ‘Bacchanalia I’, Big Hands lays down the foundation with a rhythmic drive where each beat shifts and evolves within a dense, organic framework, capturing the raw energy of live modular electronics. The journey continues as ‘Bacchanalia II’ shifts focus toward heavier, low-end vibrations, where intricate layers of bass and rhythm interplay in tension-filled dialogue that builds intensifying energy.
‘Bacchanalia III’ offers a moment of reflection, pulling back the energy to reveal a more sparse and atmospheric landscape. It’s a fitting progression that offers a glimpse into Big Hands’ more introspective side, balancing the EP’s momentum. Al Wootton’s closing remix of ‘Bacchanalia I’ amplifies the raw percussive energy while adding his signature touch of spaced-out echoes and rolling rhythms bringing the release full circle.
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releases January 24, 2025
Written, produced and mixed by Andrea Bonalumi
Remix by Allen Wootton
Mastered by Neel at Enisslab Studio
Lacquer cut by Anne Taegert at Dubplates & Mastering
Artwork by Niall Greaves
Distributed by Triple Vision
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