Feiertag – Embers EP

Dutch producer & live act Joris Feiertag unveils his latest offering, the Embers EP, a five-track journey released on Sonar Kollektiv. This marks his first release on SK since 2024’s ON/OFF EP and reaffirms his signature beat-driven sound, blending lush textures with a refined interplay of organic and synthesised elements. Feiertag’s hallmark ability to balance emotional depth with dancefloor energy is at the core of this new body of work.

The Embers EP begins with a bang through its eponymous opening track. Embers is a dense and electrifying statement, bursting with energy. Wordless vocals soar alongside swirling synths, deep basslines, and chugging drums, creating a dynamic and invigorating piece that sets the tone for the EP.

Lost Spirit introduces Feiertag’s first collaboration with English singer-songwriter and labelmate Jono McCleery. Both artists share an affinity for beat-oriented and soulful soundscapes, making this partnership feel inevitable. The result is spellbinding: McCleery’s evocative vocals dance seamlessly with Feiertag’s relentless rhythms and sultry synth layers. The track is a masterful combination of a beautifully crafted song and a peak-time dancefloor anthem.

Wanderer is an uplifting, danceable track featuring an enigmatic vocal sample that gradually gives way to Feiertag’s signature intricate breaks, shimmering synths, and carefully sculpted textures. Building layer upon layer, Feiertag creates a hypnotic atmosphere before skillfully deconstructing the piece, leaving the listener with filtered breaks and those mysterious opening words that linger long after the track ends.

The penultimate track, Somewhere Up There, is a high-energy, 130 bpm club-focused piece. Tough breaks meet lush synths and seductive, hypnotic vocals that build to an exhilarating climax, showcasing Feiertag’s ability to create immersive soundscapes that captivate from start to finish.

The EP closes with Moments, maintaining the tempo but offering more sonic space. Reverb-drenched vocals and keys weave a spacious, atmospheric conclusion to this cohesive and beautifully crafted collection.

Feiertag reflects on the project:

“I’m really proud of how the EP has come together; it feels like a complete journey and a true reflection of where I am as a producer right now. Creating it has been a transformative and rewarding process. My goal has always been to craft tracks that feel at home both on the dancefloor and in your living room, and I believe this EP achieves that balance.”

With three albums and numerous singles and EPs already under his belt, including releases on R&S and Anjunadeep, Feiertag continues to impress. The Embers EP showcases his mastery of balancing acoustic and electronic elements, reaffirming his ability to create music that resonates in both intimate and high-energy settings.

Listen or download Feiertag – Embers EP here: https://sonarkollektiv.lnk.to/EmbersEP