In January 2006, Josef re-launched the Abora name, out of the shadows of its sister label Connected it became distinct and cut all ties with the aforementioned. The music industry had changed in the time since Abora first existed and a greater emphasis was placed upon digital releases with a move away from vinyl. With this in mind came the first digital release, Steve Callaghan - Shelter (ABRD001), which was remixed by Fraser Hamilton, another up and coming talent from the UK, and Josef himself under his ‘Evasive’ guise. The track was massive and had great support from top Dj’s including Above & Beyond who played Josef’s remix on their Ministry of Sound radio show as well as up and down the country at various gigs. Off the back of this success ABRD002 came in late spring of 2006, with a more continental feel, Danish producer Yamin and the vocal talents of American Marcie Schwartz provided a stunning progressive trance release entitled, ‘Blanket of White’. Similarly to ABRD001, the DJ support was overwhelming, the likes of Armin Van Buuren and Markus Schultz spinning the tune.
As 2006 entered it’s final quarter, Abora released ABRD003, Michael Angelo & Jim’s Desert Path which was a continuation of the consistent sound and quality employed by the label. Come December there was still time for the re-release and remixed Luis Kala which had never previously been available in digital format. This topped off a great first year back for Abora Recordings.
Early in 2007, Abora has already released the excellent Santerna - Alpha which again has had great success and looks set to be the biggest selling digital release from Abora thus far.
