Melodic Techno

Barcelona-based Marginalia returns with the second installment of their ‘Bestiary’ VA series, featuring twenty-one forward-thinking productions from a diverse roster of rising talents. With ELIF at the helm, ‘Bestiary Vol. 2’ brings a fresh wave of modernistic underground house and techno to the dance floor. Highlights include ELIF’s ‘Being An Artist’ which features David LeSal,... Read more »

AVTEL is back with ‘Midnight Roses EP,’ their first EP of 2025, marking the beginning of a new trilogy. They deliver an immersive sonic experience where electronic music meets a captivating cinematic dimension. Including two tracks with distinct and strong identities, this EP oscillates between airy melodies and catchy drums, immersing the listener into an... Read more »

Los Angeles-based Iranian DJ, producer and Koncept event founder Mana Nabati, aka MANTI, is fast becoming one of the most exciting rising talents on the underground circuit. Crafting a unique and distinctive sound palette through an immersive education in Music Production and Sound Design at Point Blank Music School in LA, MANTi’s sonic journey is... Read more »

Momery is a Greek duo who have really made an impact over the last 18 months with releases on esteemed imprints like Siamese, HABITAT, ICONYC and more. We caught up with them recently to find out more about their journey, their local scene in Greece, and their plans for 2025… WWD: Your name, Momery, blends... Read more »

Hailing from south of Spain, a historic cradle of vanguard artists, Thimble, is an emerging name with a strong musical background and distinctive, avant-garde sound. His passion for electronic music and experimentation knows no limits, allowing him to transcend genres, from afro house, deep house or melodic-techno with indie influences. His music is loaded with... Read more »

GAAL Records proudly announces its debut release, ‘Raise,’ a two-track EP by label founder Simon Sizer. The EP sets the tone for the label’s vision: raw expression, deep emotion, and techno without compromise. With ‘Raise’ and ‘Drift,’ Simon Sizer delivers a powerful introduction to GAAL Records. The title track builds on layered melodies and pulsating... Read more »

Born in 1988 in Tirana, Erly Tepshi started his DJ career at the age of 15. Inspired by the new wave of electronic music, deeply, emotional and full of vibration, he was one of the pioneers of melodic house and techno music. Atmospheric pads and melodic warm synths with rich basses characterize his productions. Throughout... Read more »

Tone Depth has been redefining his sound and putting the melody back into his music where fluidity and simplicity reign. With his focus on music at an all-time high, there is a newfound desire to innovate with the raw, live-recorded elements that are the keystone to a sweeping new sound.This progression means less polish and... Read more »

Los Angeles-based producer Tim Enso returns to Purified Records with his ‘Sonata’ EP – a bold collaboration with INAYA that marks a darker evolution in his sound. Known for euphoric melodies, Enso takes a grittier approach with his new extended-player, to blend bass-heavy energy with emotive depth throughout the release. The title track opens with... Read more »

We had the pleasure of chatting with rising NYC star, Melissa XYZ, to discuss all things new single, Flamingo After Dark, and how her sound has evolved. Enjoy! WWD: ‘Moving In The Dark’ marks your first track featuring your own vocals. What inspired you to take this step, and how did it influence the production... Read more »