Already 3 releases strong, Consistent continues its deep, grooving house explorations with this very strong EP from young Elef, based in Essen, Germany. Already having seen releases on the likes of Hypercolour, this latest release from the blossoming producer builds on a solid foundation of crisp beats, energetic percussion phrases and rolling basslines. The three tracks featured on the vinyl are also complemented by two digital bonuses. A: Be My Friend ‘Be My Friend’ marks Elef’s territory clearly, introducing a heavy rumbling groove which gradually builds to tie in with a funky, classic house keys riff. Bluesy, freestyle vocal snippets form the basis of the musical energy in this tough and original dj’s delight. B1: Panama Express Turning our attention to ‘Panama Express’, we find much the same energy present in this jacking and raw house jam. Intricate chord arrangements and more trademark subliminal vocal manipulations combine in a thrilling ride. B2: Sweatin. Still going strong, ‘Sweatin.’ pushes on further into the night with its urgent vibe and straight up