Renaissance: Sequential Vol. 2
Hernán Cattáneo · 2007
154 min · 28 tracks · progressive house
A deep sonic journey through progressive house, blending atmospheric textures with driving rhythms and intricate melodies.
Top tracks — play these first
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18 Years — This track stands out for its hypnotic grooves and emotional depth, encapsulating the essence of Cattáneo's sound during this period.
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Goodbye Pluto — With its rich layering and evocative melodies, this track showcases Cattáneo's ability to create immersive soundscapes that resonate with listeners.
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Smooth Drive — Its extended mix provides a perfect blend of rhythm and melody, illustrating Cattáneo's skill in maintaining energy while exploring diverse sonic landscapes.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album excels in seamless transitions and atmospheric depth, making it a strong entry in progressive house.
What we noticed
- Each track maintains a consistent tempo and energy level, with subtle variations in rhythm and texture to keep the listener engaged.
- Several tracks incorporate atmospheric pads and intricate melodic lines that build gradually, often layering sounds to create depth.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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9/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- deep sonic immersion experience
- extended tracks for patient listeners
- atmospheric textures for relaxation
- intricate melodies for detail lovers
- driving rhythms for focused sessions
Maybe skip if you
- prefer short, punchy tracks
- seek instant gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Renaissance: Sequential Vol. 2 marked Hernán Cattáneo's continued evolution in the electronic music scene following his influential debut album, which established him as a key player in progressive house. By 2007, he had solidified his reputation with multiple successful releases and collaborations, positioning this album as a pivotal moment that showcased his artistic depth and technical skill.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sasha· John Digweed· Guy J
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Sweep (Hernán Cattáneo & John Tonks Little intro mix) 2:19
- 2 18 Years 5:28
- 3 Monochrome (reprise) 4:42
- 4 I Try (Nic Fanciulli remix) 3:05
- 5 Anime (Sequential mix) 5:22
- 6 Time Travel 4:52
- 7 Summer Time 4:06
- 8 Paranoid (Eelke Kleijn remix) 5:57
- 9 Goodbye Pluto 5:22
- 10 Agent Blue 5:15
- 11 Sparta (original mix) 6:24
- 12 In Place Solo 6:01
- 13 Rhythm Acupuncture (Martin Buttrich remix) 4:22
- 14 Popsky 5:30
- 15 Smooth Drive (Danny Howells & Dick Trevor mix) 8:03
Disc 2
- 1 The Second Angel Is Here (Sequential mix) 4:56
- 2 Neon (Guy Gerber & David K mix) 3:47
- 3 Arachnofunk 4:10
- 4 Lia 7:03
- 5 Everyone Loves Candy 3:32
- 6 Saudade (remix) 6:56
- 7 I Sleep in Sellotape 4:38
- 8 Nobody Beats the Biz 4:35
- 9 Airtight (Sequential mix) 7:50
- 10 Paper Dove (Sequential mix) 7:37
- 11 Prodax 6:37
- 12 Argie Bargie 7:26
- 13 Infinity 8:43
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