Riky Lopez, out of the sun-kissed island of Tenerife, is back with more long-form, thoughtful techno, in the shape of Plastic Voices. French producer Da Productor is on remixing duties. The beginning of the track is pretty minimal. Simple beats, hi-hats, toms. As the track progresses different electronic melodies buzz in and out. Keeping you guessing, keeping you dancing. Halfway through comes the breakdown. Beautiful synth melodies offer respite, but a deep, foreboding voice is also there, berating the poor listener. ‘Wipe the grin off your face, you f**k.’ The beat comes back to save the day, but things are never the same. As the track gradually fades, one element at a time, you wonder what has just happened. Drop this at the end of the party, make sure your crowd leave with their minds in pieces.