The Magician is the pseudonym of Belgian minimalist and ex-member of Aeroplane, Stephen Fasano. Like Aeroplane, their trademark minimal techno sound still remains, but under the guise of The Magician, Fasano is able to add 80s infused funky melodies and synths.
The first track Fasano produced under his new name was a remix of "I Follow Rivers" by Lykke Li. A Piano-led piece that focuses on the hook of one line of the original, and although it remains a minimal piece there is still energy within it. It's a track you can dance in a club or chill out on a beach too, so versatile is the sound.
MP3: Lykke Li - I Follow Rivers (The Magician Remix)
The Magician's latest solo track is another remix; this time of 80's throwback band The Aikiu. "The Red Kiss" remix has been christened as a "Precious 80's Remix", and that's exactly what it is. Delicately handled synths take this song into space, and become a perfect subtle accompaniment to The Aikiu's powerful vocal style.
MP3: The Aikiu - The Red Kiss (The Magician Precious 80's Remix)
Finally, Fasano has teamed up with one of my favourite French indie-dance producers, Yuksek, to form the supergroup "Peter & The Magician". Although not much has been revealed about them, they have revealed a track to the world: "Twist". You can hear Yuksek's influences throughout, with the vocoded vocals and up-tempo and Yuksek-sounding drums; contrasted to the minimal melodies that are of typical Magician style. A project to look out for!
MP3: Peter & The Magician - Twist
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