Making a stunning label debut, Dutch producer Huminal delivers his two-track ‘Lucid’ EP on Purified Records. Crafting a majestic soundscape, the title track combines melodic and lofty synths with elements of trance and deep house to achieve a radiant and hybrid cut. Moving into ‘Flow’, Huminal devises a dreamy arrangement with undulating synth patterns, rhythmic percussion and delicate keys. The ‘Lucid’ EP artwork hosts a photograph of corals, captured by Daniel Nicholson. Corals are essential marine invertebrates that form the backbone of coral reefs, supporting biodiversity by offering habitat and protection to marine species. They rely on a symbiotic relationship with photosynthetic algae called zooxanthellae, which provide the energy necessary for coral growth and calcification. However, in Australia, the Crown of Thorns Starfish (Acanthaster planci) is causing severe damage to coral reefs by preying on the coral polyps, leading to widespread coral decline. The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority (@gbrmarinepark) is actively addressing this threat through science-based strategies, such as targeted starfish culling and coral restoration initiatives, to preserve reef health and resilience. For more: https://www2.gbrmpa.gov.au/ Located on the Ningaloo Reef in Western Australia, Daniel Nicholson is one of the globe’s most prominent professional underwater photographers. He seeks to share the beauty and magic of the underwater world to inspire conservation and change. Looking to help further protect the ocean? Explore Only One, the action platform for the planet, on a mission to restore ocean health and tackle the climate crisis — with the power of the people.