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Mario Viera
"Supernova EP"

For the eighth release on his Santa Esperanza imprint, Ilya Santana hands over the
reigns to newcomer Mario Viera. He delivers an EP of lucid, tactile nu-disco that
variously treads ground previously covered by the likes of Sare Havlicek, Peter Visti and,
of course, Santana himself. It actually reminds us of vintage Eskimo releases from the
mid noughties and early fare on Permanent Vacation, perhaps with a dash of Daniel
Wang in his more spacey phase. Think drifting melodies, nu-Balearic builds, twinkling
synths and chugging arpeggios (see closer "Cosmic Matter"). All three cuts are highly
desirable, but it's the Maxmillion Dunbar-ish title track that most impresses.

Written and Produced by Mario Viera
Published by Dharma Songs
(P) and © 2012 Santa Esperanza