HYPERSPACE: Best Discoveries of the Week – Episode 169
Hey Space Travellers,
Are we ready for another incredible episode of Hyperspace?
Episode 169 landed, fasten your seatbelts and get ready to depart!
Third Bloom – “Taken”
Third Bloom brings us “Taken”, and it’s the kind of track that grabs you by the collar, without raising its voice. Built on a dark trip-hop backbone, very unique electronic textures, and a groove that creeps rather than charges: by the time you reach the mid part of the track, you’re already hypnotized.
The production is incredibly solid. Every sound feels carefully placed, with dusty beats, beautiful ambient synths, and enough space in the mix to let the atmosphere do the talking. There’s a constant sense of tension running through the track, like it’s holding onto a secret and refusing to spill it.
Tash Breeze absolutely nails the vocal performance here. She keeps things quite intimate, which somehow makes every word hit you more than a drum kick. Her voice floats through the production like smoke, adding another layer to the track’s hypnotic vibe.
We think this track is about patience. It doesn’t rush towards a drop or chase instant gratification. It takes its time, pulling you deeper into its world with every passing minute. If you’re into trip-hop, moody electronica, or just some kind of cinematic vibes, this one’s a proper gem worth getting lost in.
C’batch – “The Vault 3 – Club / Dance / R&b-Soul / Funk / Pop / Techno / Etc.”
C’batch is back with “The Vault 3”, and it feels like somebody cracked open a time capsule from decades of studio sessions and somehow turned it into a smooth, late-night soundtrack for 2026. And in fact, that’s exactly what happened, after he showed us a box full of old cassette recordings! This incredible project has a total of 20 tracks, bouncing between R&B, club, funk, soul, pop, house and techno. This could’ve easily turned into a mess, but C’batch really knows what he’s doing, once again proving what he’s capable of.
This album lives and breathes rhythm. Whether it’s the silky R&B cuts, the funkier moments, or the club-focused tracks, there’s always something moving that keeps the whole thing flowing. This guy literally sounds like someone who helped build the dancefloor culture a lot of newer artists are still borrowing from.
Some of the tracks bring that old-school club energy, while other moments lean into romance, soul, and pure after-hours vibes. The production is polished, packed with warm synths, crazy basslines, and vocals that keep things human.
The Vault 3 is definitely not the kind of album you throw on for one song. It’s a proper journey, best enjoyed when you’ve got nowhere to be and time to let it sink in. Trust us, this one will be your new addiction!
ColColEye – “Mirror Mirror”
ColColEye brings us his single “Mirror Mirror”, and it hits like someone staring at their own reflection a bit too long at 3AM and finally deciding to turn it into a track. This track is the first taste of the upcoming album of the same name, and yeah, you can tell this one’s been sitting in his head for a minute. It’s got that “finally got it out” energy that catches you off guard.
Sound-wise, it’s modern synth-techno with a smooth groove and nostalgic melodies. Not heavy, not messy.. just clean, emotional, and super easy to get pulled into. You could dance to it, but you could also just space out on a night bus and suddenly start thinking about your whole life.
Lyrics are about love, the kind that’s gone physically but still kinda living rent-free in your head. ColColEye builds everything from the words up, so it feels like the synths are literally wrapping around the emotions instead of just backing them.
This track is like someone took that old-school synth feeling, lived a whole life across eight countries, and brought it back with a modern twist: dreamy, emotional, and quite addictive!
Michele Braid Topcu – “Front Row”
Ever wondered what it feels like to be the one under the spotlight while hundreds of eyes stare back? The latest single of Michele Braid answers that question with style, drama, and a healthy dose of honesty.
Drawing from her real-life experiences as a performer, Michele brings a level of authenticity that caught us off guard. There’s attitude all over her single “Front Row”, but underneath the confidence there’s something more vulnerable bubbling away.
The production has a dark-pop edge that feels sleek and dramatic, with that late-night energy where glamour and exhaustion are living in the same room. One minute you’re feeling the rush of the spotlight, the next you’re reminded of the weight that comes with constantly being on display.
Michele isn’t romanticising the stage life here.. She’s showing both sides of it: the applause, the adrenaline, the nerves, and the strange relationship between performer and audience.
Stylish, bold, and packed with personality, this wonderful single proves that sometimes the person on stage is watching the crowd just as closely as the crowd is watching them.
Curtis West – “Close 2 Me – Radio Edit”
“Close 2 Me – Radio Edit” by Curtis West is one of those tracks that brings just pure late-night house vibes, but clearly done right.
Born somewhere between Chicago house roots and Berlin after-hours energy, this track feels like that moment around 3am when the dancefloor is packed, and nobody wants to go home yet. The groove never really stops moving either. Instead of throwing in some useless breakdowns every 30 seconds, Curtis lets the bassline do the talking, rolling forward with a smooth confidence that keeps everything flowing.
A big part of what makes the track bang is Brooke Parker’s vocal. It’s warm, soulful, and super cool, floating over the production, making it pure fire. The chemistry between the vocals and the atmospheric synths gives the whole thing a classy feel that’s impossible to resist.
This track is built on groove, emotion, and good taste. Sometimes that’s all you need. Just press play and you’ll know what we’re talking about.
Matt Kabalan – “The City With No Soul”
“The City With No Soul” is the kind of song that hits hardest when the world around you is quiet. This track has a simple but painfully relatable idea: missing someone so much that even the most beautiful places suddenly feel empty.
With this single, Matt Kabalan creates a moody and mellow atmosphere. Soft piano lines, a solid bass, and a sustained rhythm section give the song plenty of room to breathe: it slowly unfolds, letting the emotion do the heavy lifting.
There’s an honesty in his vocal delivery that feels completely unfiltered, like he’s telling a story rather than trying to impress anyone. You can hear traces of classic singer-songwriter influences, but the song never feels like it’s copying anyone else’s formula.
The production stays intentionally understated, allowing the themes of loneliness, longing, and hope to sit front and centre. If you’ve ever walked through a crowded city while carrying a heavy heart, then this tune will probably hit a nerve.
colourshop – “Tra mille volti”
Taking on a song associated with Sting is a pretty bold move, but colourshop manages to pull it off with surprising grace on his single “Tra mille volti”. Rather than simply covering a classic, he gives it a fresh identity, filtering it through his own language, experiences, and emotional perspective.
The track feels incredibly intimate here: produced with delicate acoustic guitar work, soft harmonies, and an organic live-session vibe, the production keeps things stripped back and honest. You can hear every nuance in the performance, which makes the song feel less like a studio recording and more like a personal conversation.
What really gives “Tra mille volti” its heart, though, are the Italian lyrics. The recurring idea of finding someone again “among a thousand faces” hits hard, carrying a sense of longing, hope, and emotional connection that feels universal no matter what language you speak.
His vocals are calm, warm, and completely unforced, where emotion speaks for itself. In a world full of overcomplicated reworks, “Tra mille volti” proves that sometimes keeping things simple is the smartest move. It’s thoughtful, beautifully crafted, and definitely sticks with you when it ends.
Tahj Mills – “Happy Birthday (Fine Wine)”
Tahj Mills keeps things incredibly smooth with “Happy Birthday (Fine Wine)”, a laid-back R&B track that turns a simple birthday celebration into something a lot more meaningful. Built around the idea that real beauty, love, and connection get better with time, the song plays like a toast to someone special rather than just another romantic anthem.
Let’s say the production stays between modern R&B and mellow hip-hop, with warm guitars, steady beats, and an easy-going groove that never gets boring. There’s a subtle old-school flavour running through the track too, giving it a nostalgic charm.
Inspired by a real birthday experience, the song feels personal from start to finish. Tahj compares a woman’s growth and elegance to a fine wine, and while the concept is simple, it really lands because it feels genuine.
Vocals are kind of raw here: Tahj’s delivery reflects his relatively new journey as an artist. What did we love? He leans into authenticity, and that gives the track a relatable and down-to-earth quality.
This single is a feel-good reminder to celebrate the people we love while we still have the chance. Warm, romantic, and easy to vibe with, it’s the kind of track that feels right at home on a late-night R&B playlist.
Kirk Monteux Mysoftmusic – “Total Tranquility”
Kirk Monteux comes up with his album “Total Tranquility”, and it’s exactly what the title says on the tin. In a world that feels permanently stuck in overdrive, this album pulls the handbrake and tells us to chill for a minute.
This incredible project features a blend of ambient, new-age, acoustic, and electronic textures, bringing us on a remarkable journey. You can hear the influence of nature everywhere, but it never comes across as cheesy spa music. Instead, it is carefully crafted, rich with detail, and genuinely immersive. Every sound seems to have a purpose, whether it’s a soft synth drifting through the mix or an acoustic instrument adding warmth to the track.
This project really sounds like it’s made by an actual musician obsessed with creating a mood, not an algorithm throwing together generic relaxation loops. There’s definitely patience here. Space. And we can feel it.
If you’re meditating, working, trying to sleep, or just mentally checking out after a rough day, this album delivers exactly what it promises: just pure vibes and a welcome dose of calm.
