“Meanwhile Excursions, Vol. 5” is VA‘s latest offering on Meanwhile — 10 slices of quality Progressive House with room to breathe. Grab the full release in FLAC and MP3 — essential listening for house music selectors.
Album Insights
Artists: Sam Scheme, GMJ, Tantum, YANIQ, Not Demure, Matter, Kostya Outta, Michael A, RYAN (CU), Michael Bennett, Graziano Raffa, Lonya
Genre: Progressive House
Release Date: 2025-10-03
Label: Meanwhile
Catalog: MW078
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Behind the Progressive House : Release Notes
Back for a fourth incarnation of the best-selling series, GMJ and Matter unearth the next batch of rare precious gemstones, courtesy of Meanwhile Excursions, Vol. 4. An album full of progressive promise from across the globe, US producer Sam Scheme opens proceedings, using a huge sub-bassline to devastating effect across Episode #9. Juxtaposed against muted, twinkling synth motifs and huge driving rhythm, it paves the way for Meanwhile supremo, GMJ, to deliver another majestic offering. Announcing his Higher Self through a meticulously arranged combination of deep bassline presence, thickly textured pads and dynamic arp, all the hallmarks of the Australians renowned production sound are in full evidence as a hypnotic powerhouse evolves over its duration. Regular on the likes of super-labels, Bedrock, Mango Alley and Lost & Found, Tantum showcases his sought-after sound through earworm motif, powerful effects and a developing soundscape. Further enhanced by Zurich-based YANIQ, the Swiss producers genre-blurring fusion of Progressive House and Melodic Techno gives Pluto a sound as sharp as a razors edge. Argentinean force, Not Demure, continues to serve up a bountiful supply of impressive releases as we move towards the end of 2025. Building on work for Movement, Worlds Apart and Paul Hazendonks Manual Music, Doomsday is a typically bristling affair, full of dark majesty and sprawling sci-fi landscapes. The result is a gloriously dynamic and complex affair with flashes of light sonic touch at the break. Fellow Meanwhile head honcho, Matter, never fails to disappoint, and Helios is no exception. Aptly named, shimmering sunlit melodies float across the track, developing out of a driving, mesmerising beat and delivering a devastating progressive number. Performing to a growing fanbase across North America, Europe and the Middle East, Kostya Outta confirms himself as a force to be reckoned with through Cloudy. Strong in melodic counterpoint and filtered synth phrasing, a rolling beat and light percussive touch illustrate the Russian stars dancefloor flair before prolific Belarusian artist, Michael A, adds to his 1300 production credits with a typically lavish combination of hypnotic rhythm and escalating melodic patterns. Trademark arps, thickly textured pads and stuttered vocal cuts add to the collage. The final trio sees a debut for important Cuban DJ, Ryan (CU). Founder of the La Cura de la Semena imprint, Succubus is redolent in Latin percussive flair which pans the stereo spectrum while a haunting motif flows freely atop. Providing a unique and innovative vibe, it paves the way for Michael Bennetts The Last Stand to hit effortless heights with full rhythmic force and gently pulsating pads for the Vapour, Mango Alley and Zero Tolerance regular. A relative newcomer, a gated melody and huge post-breakdown drop, keep intrigue high with a chorus of effects and bassline groove. The final act sees Israeli and Italian icons, Lonya and Graziano Raffa combine on the delightfully laid-back Breakups. Heavyweights of the underground scene for more than 15 years, a combination of deliciously smooth and evocative melodies drifts in nostalgic fashion over a heavy beat and sumptuous pads, made all the more powerful by a lead guitar motif in the second half. Hitting the heights once more with its global travels across the sound of Progressive House, Meanwhile Excursions, Vol. 4 is a sonic journey like no other. Directed by GMJ & Matter Mastered by Cid Inc. Design by Matter Text by James Warren
Download Sam Scheme, GMJ, Tantum, YANIQ, Not Demure, Matter, Kostya Outta, Michael A, RYAN (CU), Michael Bennett, Graziano Raffa, Lonya ‘Meanwhile Excursions, Vol. 5’ in MP3, FLAC, and AIFF Formats
Tracklist & Tempos
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Sam Scheme – Episode #9 Original Mix, Download MP3
Progressive House | 121 BPM – Ab Minor | 7:32
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GMJ – Higher Self Original Mix, Download MP3
Progressive House | 121 BPM – D Minor | 7:26
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Tantum, YANIQ – Pluto Original Mix, Download MP3
Progressive House | 122 BPM – D Minor | 7:25
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Not Demure – Doomsday Original Mix, Download MP3
Progressive House | 121 BPM – D Major | 8:36
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Matter – Helios Original Mix, Download MP3
Progressive House | 121 BPM – A Major | 7:34
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Kostya Outta – Cloudy Original Mix, Download MP3
Progressive House | 120 BPM – D Minor | 8:20
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Michael A – Immensity Original Mix, Download MP3
Progressive House | 122 BPM – Gb Minor | 7:10
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RYAN (CU) – Succubus Original Mix, Download MP3
Progressive House | 125 BPM – D Major | 7:33
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Michael Bennett – The Last Stand Original Mix, Download MP3
Progressive House | 121 BPM – G Major | 7:54
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Graziano Raffa, Lonya – Breakups Original Mix, Download MP3
Progressive House | 110 BPM – E Minor | 6:42
Featuring GMJ, Graziano Raffa & 10 more on Meanwhile
Melbourne-based producer Gavin Martin operates under the GMJ moniker, also running the Fulcrum project. GMJ delivers progressive house and deep house across labels including Proton Music, Balance Music, and Meanwhile, exploring funky and deep tekky territories.
Graziano Raffa is an Italian electronic music producer born in Messina and now based in Barcelona, Spain. He produces progressive house and melodic house & techno for labels including Sudbeat Music, Balance Music, and Meanwhile.
Kostya Outta (real name Kanstantsin Valaskovich) is an electronic music producer from Minsk, Belarus who has released nine tracks since 2017. His progressive house and deep house productions appear on labels including deepclass records, Dushe Label, inU, and Replug, often incorporating minimal tech and melodic techno elements.
Tel Aviv-based producer Lonya Koval has released deep house and progressive house tracks since 2009, with releases spanning from Moscow origins to his current Israeli base. His melodic house and techno productions appear on labels including Selador, Asymmetric Recordings, and Darkroom Dubs, delivering peak-time driving energy across 27 releases.
Matter is an Italian duo featuring Fabrizio Matrone and Fk Drone, active since 2001. The group produces progressive house and techno across labels including Proton Music, Balance Music, and Particles, with 21 releases on Electrobuzz since 2018.
Michael A produces progressive house and melodic techno with releases spanning from 2017 to present across 41 tracks. His music appears on established labels including Proton Music, Sudbeat Music, and Genesis Music, covering both peak-time driving techno and deeper hypnotic variations.
