TRAGO, TOM

In 2013 Voyage Direct released Tom Trago’s ‘Hidden Heart of Gold’, anexpansive trip into intergalactic deep house territory that ranks as oneof his most emotionally charged moments to date.
Hidden Heart Of Gold is undeniably special. A typically spacey andquietly soulful dancefl oor epic that stretches out majestically over 13spellbinding minutes. It was a highlight in many of Trago’s club sets forthe best part of 12 months prior to release..
Virtual waves of ambient chords shimmer between the speakers, risingand falling as if drifting through time and space. Meanwhile, eyes-closedmelodies reminiscent of classic stargazing techno and disembodiedvocal samples ride a tough but unfussy machine drum rhythm andaddictive bassline. There are well-timed breakdowns and a gradual,enveloping build towards a heart-breaking climax. Many listeners mayfeel contrasting emotions; a sense of undiluted joy while dancing,perhaps, but also the odd pang of melancholy when listening onheadphones. It's that kind of record.
The tracks intergalactic, emotion-rich inspirations are explored furtheron the fl ipside Ambient Mix, a winding, beatless excursion brimmingwith hazy, late night beauty. Gentle and immersive, it off ers agrandiose, never-ending world in which to shed your inhibitions. Shornof the originals dancefl oor paraphernalia, Tom's emotive, wide-eyedvision comes to the fore ¿ all sensual chords, far-sighted pads andgentle, outer-space melodies. Like the A-side club version, it may justtake your breath away.