For their sixth release, Lets Play House has headed Down Under to scoop up Australias Fantastic Man, a second identity of DJ/producer Mic Newman, with which the Melbourne-based artist explores and exposes another side of his musical and stylistic skills. And the four original songs on the Its Essential EP most definitely mark a bit of a departure from Newmans trademark sounds: hes exchanged the thumping, peak-hour, hands-in-the-air chaos and messiness of hits like 2009s Sizzled Sally for a more refined and subtle breed of deep house. The title track is crafted around a swinging keyboard line, horn samples, and jazz combo drum breaks. Thats not to say it isnt made for the club the throbbing bass line is hooky and infectious and will keep a crowd grooving all night long. Wie Gehts runs with the aesthetic of Its Essential a bit further, though instead of a keyboard riff, it builds around a smooth, ear-tickling guitar melody and a sultry vocal. The flip begins with the chillest tune of the bunch "Sanctuary"which certainly lives up to its name. This time, Newman springboards off a charming, dreamy piano line he underscores with an acoustic bass line and warm toms. Atop it all he spreads a thick layer of buttery synth warbles, making the track all the more magical and enchanting. Then �Scenic Route� kicks in and the decidedly clubby Mic Newman returns, although this time we�re meeting him at 4 AM instead of midnight. The jam plods along with a deliberate yet stripped-down stride that�s filled out with glistening synth stabs and a persistent hi-hat-driven beat. Finally, the song folds into itself, as though it�s buckled under the strain of heavy eyelids and weakened muscles from a long night on the town.