Canadian label boss Siavash draws on his Iranian roots for ‘Black Horse’, inspired by Ferdowsi’s ancient Persian epic and the tale of his namesake, the warrior prince Siyâvash, who rode his black stallion through a mountain of fire to prove his innocence. The melodic house and techno original captures that ride with heroic melodies and epic breaks, weaving between upbeat dance and slow-motion bliss. House and techno pioneer Funk D’Void, a lifelong mentor to Siavash who has remixed New Order, Laurent Garnier and Underworld, takes the reins down a darker, meaner path with deep, sinister bass and addictive breakbeats.
Support From: Nick Warren, Ame, Nick Curly, Sasha, Yulia Niko, Jonas Saalach, Pig&Dan, Affkt, Djuma Soundsystem, Niko Schwind, Township Rebellion, Anthony Pappa, Soul Button, Gene Ferris