PRAANA, Estiva, & Modera curate sonic journey on Colorize’s 6th installment of ‘Colorscapes’
Colorize, a leading name in the progressive and melodic house music scene, is thrilled to announce the release of ‘Colorscapes Volume Six,’ the latest edition of it’s highly anticipated annual compilation series. This year’s collection is a sonic journey curated by three of the label’s most influential artists: PRAANA, Estiva, and Modera. As with previous... Read more »
Premiere: Avision rocks Rebellion VA ‘SOULS Vol. 5’ with cinematic cut ‘Need You’
A visionary of sounds, Damian Lazarus has long since built a name for himself by supporting forward-thinking international talent across his labels, with his golden ear having led him to a career as a globally renowned DJ/producer and label owner at the forefront of the scene. Returning with the fifth instalment of the label’s ongoing... Read more »
Premiere: Niconé, David Hasert, & Enda Gallery make magic on Get Physical with striking ‘For U’ EP
Alexander Gerlach has been making music as Niconé since 2007, both solo and alongside the likes of Jan Blomqvist and Philip Bader. His music is more about feeling than genre and comes with a hint of warming nostalgia on labels like Stil vor Talent, Katermukke and Bar 25 Music as well as Dantze, which he... Read more »
Lisbon’s Black Pomade provides pristine after-party list of timeless gems he loves to play
Lisbon circuit regular Black Pomade is a DJ and producer originally from Milan (Italy), founder of the Ruínas collective and the Whoopee party series. Heavily influenced by the NY Disco scene and the Chicago House originators, he’s known for his melting pot of analog synths, groovy basslines, and syncopated beats. His sets travel through lots... Read more »
Little Talk with Leo Leonski
Leo Leonski is a Swiss born artist, now based in Mexico, who also runs his own Night Heat Records imprint. We caught up with him recently to talk about his new single ‘Canto Da Sereia,’ the pros and cons of running a label in 2024, and his hopes and dreams moving forward in the future…... Read more »
Sam Shure back on Bora Uzer’s OJO label with new single ‘What?’
Sam Shure returns to Bora Uzer’s OJO imprint this September. The prolific producer, known for releases on the likes of TAU, Habitat and Siamese, made his debut on OJO earlier this year with a powerful remix of ‘I Will Find You’. On his return to OJO, the Berlin-based artist turns things up a notch with... Read more »
Premiere: Huminal makes waves on Ugenius debut with majestic ‘Mountainside’ EP
Australian label Ugenius welcomes Jelle Jansen aka Huminal to its knights table. A true artist, Huminal first came to their attention a couple of years back during ADE when his distinct melodies and analogue sounds stood out from the crowd. Huminal takes listeners on a voyage of discovery through rich and vivid soundscapes and his... Read more »
Premiere: Hottrax heads up irresistible new VA series ‘Hottrax Jams,’ rife with brilliant beats & bubbling bass
Hottrax has long been a go-to label for house heads around the globe, thanks to head honcho Jamie Jones’ legendary taste-making providing a platform for breakout talents and diverse underground sounds. Following up on its six-part ‘Tripleution’ V/A series from last year, the label now launches a new series that offers a bumper selection of... Read more »
Select Cuts 316 mixed by Christian Burkhardt
Christian Burkhardt is an artist truly absorbed with the range of sonic possibilities, a producer not content with existing within the realms of House and Techno, but one that is determined to stretch its limits further with his signature sound. He is releasing on labels like Oslo, Raum…Musik, Pressure Traxx, La Pena, Deep Vibes, Cocoon... Read more »
Premiere: Dave Seaman drops divine, pounding magnificence on latest Selador offering ‘Two By Two’
Dave Seaman’s new Selador offering ‘Two By Two’ grabs you eagerly by the hand and drags you to the floor from the off, sticks your head in the nearest speaker stack, and cries “Let’s goooo!!” – and you remain glued to its pounding magnificence for those blissful six minutes. The opening bassline motif is pure... Read more »
Premiere: Fahlberg makes impressive Watergate Records debut with intricate & intriguing ‘Rhythms for Sale’ EP.
‘Rhythms for Sale, ’ the brand new three-track EP from Swedish DJ and producer Fahlberg, comes to Watergate Records on October 4th. Celebrated globally for his inimitable blend of melodic house and techno and hypnotic Afro House soundscapes, Fahlberg’s imminent debut on Watergate follows a prolific run of critically acclaimed releases on some of the... Read more »
Premiere: MANTi refines line between joy & melancholy on Elektrons debut with ‘Glimpse of You’ EP
Elektrons proudly introduces another remarkable talent to their ranks for release number 5 – Los Angeles-based artist, MANTi. The Iranian DJ and producer has built a formidable reputation in LA, where she studied Music Production & Sound Design at Point Blank before becoming a party promoter. Behind-the-scenes she worked on refining her craft, while building... Read more »
Premiere: Jimpster & Philippa commemorate Freerange Records’ 300th release with chiming, contemporary cuts on ‘All I Wanted’ EP
As Freerange Records hits another landmark release with their 300th EP, label head Jimpster joins forces with Philippa who together deliver three original tracks that epitomize the label’s sound over the past (almost) three decades. Rolling deep house, jazzed out grooves, UKG inspired excursions make ‘All I Wanted’ one unmissable EP. With recent releases appearing... Read more »
Premiere: Helsloot hypnotizes on Get Physical with fresh, futuristic feels on ‘Find Me Here’
Few artists make house as melodically innovative and moving as Thomas Helsloot. He proved that with his recent ‘Never Tried’ album, which was his most personal to date and came off the back of many great singles on Get Physical Music and Domino. At the same time, his standout remixes of Bob Moses and Fritz... Read more »
Premiere: Malov & Aquarius Ezra mesmerize on Moodyverse with ethereal and emotive melodies on ‘Breathe’ EP
Moodyverse returns with a mesmerizing new EP, featuring three energetic originals by Malov and Aquarius Ezra that blend atmospheric soundscapes, emotive vocals, and intricate production. It showcases both artists’ talents, combining their creative energies into a compelling release. The title track, ‘Breathe,’ is a hypnotic blend of Malov’s production mastery, featuring the ethereal vocals of... Read more »
Premiere: Einmusik soothes on KIANA with soulful vocals and sunrise vibes on ‘Hypnotized’
Afrobeats meet mystic pop in Einmusik’s latest track, ‘Hypnotized.’ The slowed down sonic haze of this soulful music invites listeners into a world of detox, perfect for a sunrise dance session. With vocals that exude power and love, this experimental song is a true spectrum of electronic music. Get ready to be mesmerized by the... Read more »
Premiere: Gareth Cole puts seductive spin on Julian Millan’s ‘In A Circle,’ via Monday Social
Colombian producer Julian Millan makes his return to Monday Social with his second solo release, ‘In A Circle’ featuring a standout remix by Gareth Cole. Renowned for his deep, dark, and seductive style of “looping” house music, Cole has gained support from top artists like Hot Since 82 and John Digweed. His signature techy, hypnotic... Read more »
Premiere: RIGOONI inaugurates personal imprint, Amesch, with introspective, hypnotic ‘Aleph Beit’ EP
With a consistent career highlighted by releases on major labels such as Anjunadeep and The Soundgarden, RIGOONI launched his own label, Amesch. The label aims to be a community where RIGOONI not only releases his own melodic, vibrant and introspective house music, but also curates, signs, and nurtures new talents. RIGOONI shares: “In 2022 when... Read more »
Premiere: D-Nox & Beckers & Albuquerque amaze on Warung Recordings with exquisite 2 track EP ‘Just For A Moment’
D-Nox & Beckers return, this time collaborating with Albuquerque and Run Rivers for the highly anticipated release ‘Just for a Moment,’ marking Warung Recordings’ 12th anniversary. The title track is a blend of organic house beats that celebrates both the dancers and the dancefloor and the kind of production that resonates with a wide variety... Read more »
MAPP_MTL returns for its 9th edition under the theme ‘PERSPECTIVES’
From September 24 to 28, MAPP Montréal, the festival of video projections in public spaces, returns for its 9th edition under the theme Perspectives, an invitation to delve into the complex intricacies of multiple perceptions of reality. In a world where advances in artificial intelligence are overturning our paradigms, our perspectives intertwine, overlap and sometimes... Read more »