Audiopile Review: Swedish producer Martinou broke through in 2021 with his debut Rift, igniting the attention of seasoned electronic music enthusiasts with his meticulously crafted tracks that summoned equal parts nostalgia and clear-sighted futurism. Across his follow-up, Chiral, and a series of EPs, Martinou continued to display the chops of the fine-tuned minimalists at Giegling crossed with the world-building euphoria of fellow Swedes Gidge. That crossover between ecstasy-inducing electronica and tightly-controlled programming continues onward with Linked, which is technically a double 12” release (Disc A plays at 33/Disc B at 45) and not a “proper” full length. Format nitpicking aside, Linked certainly does have the feel of an actual album, the six sprawling tracks continue right where he left with Chiral and dovetail neatly with the sublime The Glow That Lingers EP released just months before. With no need to reinvent, Martinou has amplified his raison d’être, doubling up his airy pads and skyward-tilted synths, his trademark tension-and-release sequencing feels as effortless as ever. Another stunner from the guy who cannot seem to miss.

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Swedish artist Martinou crafts deeply immersive electronic music, seamlessly balancing weight and delicacy. His productions oscillate between hypnotic intensity and introspective warmth, always evoking a visceral response on the dancefloor.

After releasing on acclaimed labels like Nous’klaer, Turbo Recordings, and Mule Musiq, the Malmö-based producer now makes his long-awaited debut on Stockholm’s Studio Barnhus. His Linked EP showcases six meticulously layered compositions, where intricate rhythms intertwine with luminous melodies – ethereal synths drifting in and out of the grooves, shaping an atmosphere that’s both expansive and deeply personal.

With Linked, Martinou further refines his signature approach, crafting music that feels at once free-flowing and deliberate. It’s a record that invites deep listening yet remains primed for the floor – a testament to the Malmö maestro’s knack for blurring the lines between club functionality and sonic storytelling.