Ishivu's memorable Trunfunk introduction in 2013 left a lasting impression and a strong desire for more. The Gothenburg wunderkind's debut for the label, "Nangilima", was the deeper than deep standout of the various artists Marble EP, and garnered heavy support from the likes of UK heavyweights Xpress 2 on Ministry of Sound Radio, and Trunfunk's founder NIBC. Following on from that epic entrée, it's only natural that Ishivu should strike out on his own, and he does that with aplomb for the stunning solo release Spell #1.

Luscious and languorous house is Ishivu's signature sound, and he continues his hazy, dreamy state of being on "Spell #1”. Make no mistake though, "Spell #1” will quickly cast itself over you; its light and airy harmonies develop into a gripping tapestry of weighted grooves and bass tones, propelled by the summery sounds of percussion. In typical Ishivu fashion, this is as much for the heads on headphones, as it is for those hair-standing-on-end moments in the middle of the dancefloor.

On the flipside, NIBC casts his masterful eye over Ishivu's masterpiece, paring it back from full-bodied melodies to streamlined, moody deepness. Bass is the place for this rework, and NIBC expertly bridges the gap between the 4/4 of the original and the distinct flavours 2-step drums and gritty UK bass. These two halves of a whole are destined to cement Ishivu's name and position as a rising talent of note, and the EP is adorned by the swirling tropical visuals of designer Hanne Lempka.