HYPERSPACE: Best Discoveries of the Week – Episode 154
Hey Space Travellers,
Are we ready for another incredible episode of Hyperspace?
Episode 154 landed, fasten your seatbelts and get ready to depart!
Brad Machado – “Desert Mirage”
Let’s start this episode with Brad Machado, who slips into a smooth, hypnotic lane with “Desert Mirage”, a track that feels produced on purpose for late-night journeys and half-lit dance floors. The song locks into a warm, rolling groove straight away, that’s laid-back but never sleepy, pulling you forward without forcing the pace. There’s real momentum here, the kind that sneaks up on you and suddenly you’re fully in it without realizing.
The melodies are quite nostalgic, almost hazy, like memories blurred by heat and distance. This gives the track an emotional weight that goes deeper than standard dance-pop. Nova Rai’s vocals are soft, with a human-sounding vulnerability, adding a dreamlike layer that fits the track’s mirage theme perfectly. Nothing feels overcooked; everything has room to breathe.
This single is polished but soulful, modern but also familiar. You can picture it soundtracking a sunrise set or just looping in your headphones on repeat.. and that’s what we are doing right now: loop mode. A solid, classy release that proves groove and emotion still go hand in hand!
mxguinness – “SQR”
mxguinness is back with his single called “SQR”, a techno track that’s literally built for the biggest rave you’ve ever been to. From the first few seconds, the track locks into a gritty, solid beat that doesn’t mess around. The groove is tight, industrial-leaning, and patient, letting tension build instead of blowing everything up too fast.
The atmosphere here is really incredible. There’s a cold, slightly dystopian edge to the sound design, but it doesn’t really feel empty or mechanical for the sake of it. Subtle melodic elements give the track a great emotional weight, like a reminder that this music is meant to be shared, danced to, and felt together. It’s techno with intent: heavy when it needs to be, restrained when it counts.
This wonderful single feels raw in a good way, like it was made with the lights low and the volume high. No gimmicks, no filler, just pressure, rhythm, and purpose. A proper club weapon that still has something to say!
Siren Section – “Separation Team”
Siren Section is here with “Separation Team”, and honestly, this isn’t the kind of record you casually throw on in the background. It pulls you in and keeps you there. The album feels like being wrapped inside a foggy signal: distorted guitars, glitchy electronic sounds, and steady grooves all melting together into one thick, emotional atmosphere.
Trust us, this album is a real emotional journey. The sound flirts with chaos but never fully tips over. The production has some serious attention to detail: the way the guitars smear into synths, the rhythms stutter and reset, the vocals hovering just above the mix like thoughts you’re not sure you want to finish. There’s sadness here, yeah, but it’s reflective rather than dramatic.. more late-night “staring at the ceiling” than full-on meltdown.
Played front to back, this impressive album slowly builds weight. It’s immersive, hypnotic, and quietly heavy, rewarding patience instead of chasing instant hooks.
emesh – “teva”
Emesh is ready to bring us into another world with his latest ep “Teva”, a project that doesn’t shout for attention but quietly pulls you into its orbit. Rooted in minimal and deep tech, the EP flows with a calm confidence, built on hypnotic percussion, warm low-end, and layers that reveal themselves the longer you stay locked in.
There’s a strong organic feel running through these tracks: grooves breathe, textures feel alive, and nothing is overcrowded. It’s the kind of music that works just as well on a late-night dancefloor as it does through headphones at home, eyes closed. Each track has its own mood, but everything stays connected by a shared sense of space.
The closer track “Rega” is a standout moment, stretching tiny sonic details into something almost timeless. It’s subtle, deep, and seriously satisfying if you’re into nuanced electronic journeys. This amazing EP isn’t about big drops or flashy tricks; it’s about atmosphere, patience, and letting the groove do the talking. Quiet power, done right!
Campbell Downie – “Songbook”
Campbell Downie opens the doors to his world with “Songbook”, and it genuinely feels like flipping through a well-worn diary set to music. This album carries the weight of lived experience, but it wears it lightly: reflective but not heavy, heartfelt without drama.
The songs move between nostalgia, love, loss, and quiet resilience, all tied together by warm melodies and clean, polished arrangements. There are tracks that really hit straight in the chest, turning everyday emotions into something universal, while others lean into softer, more introspective territory. There’s a comforting familiarity here, but it never feels dated.. more like timeless songwriting done with a modern touch.
The storytelling here is just impressive. Each song feels intentional, grounded, and honest, as if Campbell isn’t trying to impress, just to tell the truth as clearly as possible. This project is a masterpiece, thoughtful, mature pop with heart: the kind of record you come back to when you want music that actually means something.
Lana Crow – “What Brings You Back”
Lana Crow slows everything down with her single “What Brings You Back”, and that’s exactly where its power sits. This song doesn’t rush, doesn’t shout, doesn’t try to flex.. it just quietly lands and stays with you! Floating on a gentle yet powerful beat, it feels like a late-night thought you weren’t expecting but kinda needed.
The production is kind of retro and cinematic, with soft guitars and subtle swells that give the track space to breathe. Lana’s vocals are restrained and intimate, almost like she’s speaking directly to you rather than performing. There’s a real sense of comfort here, not in a cheesy way, but in that calm, grounding “you’re not alone” feeling.
The lyric of the song circles around doubt, fear, and connection, but always with warmth. It feels spiritual, emotional, and cosy. “What Brings You Back” is one of those tracks you play on a quiet drive or right before sleep: reflective, soothing, and gently reassuring. Sometimes stillness hits harder than noise, and Lana totally gets that.
