Montero "Hairy Hits"

The veteran production twosome of Graeme L and Dee Mcauley´s debut release as Montero came back in the summer of 2004 when ´The Brazilia EP´ was released. This was subsequently followed up a year late by ´Captain Hook´, a track that went on become one of the standout tracks of Summer ´05, also topping several charts and, and becoming one of the best sellers of the year. Jumping forward to Summer 2006, and the duo return once more with the follow up, ´Hairy Hits´.

Already a staple of the sets of James Zabiela, the ´House Mix´ fuses drifting techy snares over a sleek electronic bassline, creating a mix that pounds away, with an understated groove leading the way forward with a somewhat hypnotic vibe. It may not be the most complex of arrangements, but the rising snare lead certainly works wonders on the dancefloor.

The ´Original Mix´ goes down the percussive route, a more restrained tempo allowing the elements of the track to rise through. The Latin drum patterns and Balearic style groove wouldn´t be out of place on a Hed Kandi or Cafe Del Mar cd, as the track subtly twists and builds to a climax. As usual the pre-requisite tools and acapellas that seem to accompany most releases on the Renaissance label are present, which will no doubt appeal to the more creative DJ mindset.

Building on a foundation laid by great singles from Phonique and Hernan Cattaneo, ´Hairy Hits´ is another cornerstone in the label´s summer line up. With a string of compilations to come over the summer months, plus a new production offering from James Zabiela looming, the Renaissance movement is in full effect right now.