Ultra Music Festival unveils historic, star-studded Phase 1 lineup for its 25th anniversary edition
As the preeminent curator of electronic music’s rare, ‘you-had-to-be-there’ moments, Ultra kickstarted the Phase 1 lineup announcements last week by revealing plans to host the first-ever, world-exclusive Anyma b2b Solomun performance as a headlining set on the festival’s Main Stage. A revolutionary collaboration between Anyma’s cutting-edge audiovisual artistry, and Solomun’s renowned technical mastery, this landmark, global debut will combine mesmerizing visual installations, avant-garde sound... Read more »
Premiere: Chizawa Q debuts on R&S Records with refreshing, standout single ‘Beluga’
Chizawa Q drops the first single from his debut album ‘Xenoverse’ on the iconic R&S Records imprint. Blending strong techno influences with global inspiration, the track sets the tone for what’s to come, offering a standout sound that instantly captivates. You can now listen to the full premiere of ‘Beluga’ exclusively on When We Dip.... Read more »
When We Dip 160 mixed by CATZ ‘N DOGZ
It’s a plain fact – close friends and production / DJ partners Grzegorz and Wojciech are enjoying a stellar and prolific career as the house outfit Catz ’n Dogz. Working their way up from humble beginnings, they now deliver constant DJ shows at the hottest venues across the globe and killer EPs and remixes with... Read more »
Little Talk with Budakid
For Budakid, AKA Kevin Huizing, making music is like the act of breathing. He simply could not live without it, or imagine his life if music was inaccessible. The Dutch producer is overflowing with boundless creativity, channelled into his craft, which he lovingly refers to as a hobby – to class it as work would... Read more »
Jody Wisternoff announces third album on Anjunadeep & drops first collaborative single ‘Mui’
Bristol dance music legend Jody Wisternoff has announced his highly anticipated third studio album, ‘Welcome To My World.’ The announcement arrives alongside the release of the album’s lead single, ‘Mui,’ a collaboration with James Grant, PROFF, and Takeshi Furukawa, featuring the evocative vocals of Siobhan Wilson. Wisternoff, a pivotal figure in the UK’s rave scene... Read more »
Select Cuts 318 mixed by DONT BLINK
DONT BLINK, the dynamic DJ/Producer duo from Germany and Estonia, have cemented their status among the industry’s top talents through relentless drive and unparalleled consistency. Known for their pumping tech house sound, DONT BLINK’s tracks are infused with influences from techno, progressive, indie dance, and afro house, creating a unique and infectious groove that has... Read more »
Premiere: Aus Music continues celebration of 200th outing with blissed-out, bubbling house cuts via Dam Swindle’s ‘Come Back’ EP
Dam Swindle have been helping to define the underground house sound for a decade, not least with their Heist label. The pair deal in timeless, fad-free sounds that are rich with dance floor dynamics and hint at a love of everything from disco to tech and plenty in between. They are notorious crate diggers who... Read more »
Premiere: Artic White wows on Amulanga debut with innovative, illuminating energy across 3 track ‘Drift Above’ EP
Artic White makes a captivating entrance into the organic house scene with his debut EP, ‘Drift Above,’ featuring three enchanting tracks that promise to elevate any dance floor. Hailing from the vibrant scene of Amulanga, Artic White is rapidly gaining recognition with recent releases on esteemed labels like Souksonic, Suprematic, and Where The Heart Is.... Read more »
Escape Halloween unveils new collaborative stage with Boiler Room and drops spooky lineup including Dixon & Chloé Caillet
Escape Halloween has unveiled a brand new collaborative stage in partnership with Boiler Room, the globally renowned music platform and cultural curator, alongside the stage’s day by day lineup. The stage represents a meeting of minds between two of dance music’s most internationally respected tastemakers, Boiler Room and Insomniac Events. Escape Halloween, revered as the world’s largest... Read more »
Prima Lux mixed by Kellie Allen
In house PIV artist, Ibiza Global and Rinse FM radio presenter Kellie Allen returned to the imprint on September 27th with her ‘Take Some Time’ EP, accompanied by a remix from Scott Diaz. “‘Take Some Time’ came to life during a one-on-one session I was teaching with an up-and-coming artist who wanted to create a... Read more »
Little Talk with Words of Niō
Ibiza-based music producer and DJ Words of Niō delivers his highly anticipated Beside The Fire EP including Patrice Bäumel Remix on Hernán Cattáneo’s label Sudbeat. Words of Niō has made a name for himself with releases on some of the reputable labels including Get Physical, Renaissance, and Borders of Light to name a few. In... Read more »
Premiere: Traumer fascinates on fabric Originals’ ‘SELECTS V’ compilation with flawless track ‘Fabrication’
fabric Originals is back with a bang, unveiling the fifth edition of their celebrated ‘SELECTS’ series, a meticulously curated compilation that has become synonymous with cutting-edge sounds and forward-thinking artists. Slated for release on October 4th, ‘SELECTS V’ continues fabric’s tradition of pushing boundaries, featuring an all-star lineup of underground heavyweights, including Sweely, Anna Wall,... Read more »
Premiere: Paul Thomas radiates on UV with ethereal interpretation of Flash Brothers’ ‘Hazy March’
London based Paul Thomas is the label head of Progressive House and Melodic Record Labels UV and UV Noir. Paul’s music and UV Record labels have received worldwide support from artists such as John Digweed, Hernan Cattaneo, Nick Warren, Guy J, Miss Monique, Guy Mantzur, Nora En Pure, Cristoph, Vintage Culture, Kevin De Vries, Joris... Read more »
Datskie & Jordin Post land on Colorize with lush, intriguing single ‘Sheltered,’ off forthcoming EP
Colorize is thrilled to unveil ‘Sheltered,’ the stunning first single from Finnish producer Datskie’s forthcoming EP. Known for his intricate and emotive melodic house creations, Datskie once again showcases his signature sound in this highly anticipated collaboration, this time teaming up with Amsterdam-based producer Jordin Post and vocalist Mats Westbroek. ‘Sheltered’ sees Datskie and Jordin Post taking... Read more »
Inspired by his children’s creative development, Lane 8 releases magical album ‘Childish,’ via This Never Happened
Lane 8 returns with his fifth full-length album ‘Childish’ on his own This Never Happened label. His first album of new music since 2022’s ‘Reviver,’ ‘Childish’ finds acclaimed electronic producer Daniel Goldstein merging his decade-plus work as Lane 8 with a personal life full of music, art, family, and the joy that creativity so often... Read more »
Premiere: Words of Niō stuns on Sudbeat debut with delicate, emotive nuance on ‘Beside The Fire’ EP
Words of Niō makes his debut on Sudbeat with an exciting array of tracks. Patrice Baumel completes the package with a remix that shows his immense taste. Ibiza-based, multi-instrumentalist, Words of Nio is an audio chameleon influenced in his early years by Underworld, Depeche Mode and Aphex Twin. He played and toured with various bands... Read more »
Premiere: Ron Flatter returns to Pour La Vie with poweful ‘Orange Rebel’ EP
Ron Flatter back on Pour La Vie Records with two powerful tracks on the ‘Orange Rebel’ EP. For more than the last decade, Ron Flatter has been enriching the house and techno landscape with his own direct and energetic productions and warm, groove-driven DJ sets. Initially the young German was a keen skateboarder and hip... Read more »
Premiere: Marc Romboy commemorates monster 20 year Systematic Recordings milestone with star-studded, 25 track VA
Longevity is somewhat of a rarity in the fast paced and ever evolving music industry, but Marc Romboy’s Systematic Recordings continues to stand the test of time 20 years on from its inception. To commemorate this monster milestone, Marc has compiled an enormous selection of tracks from a multitude of artists who have inspired Romboy... Read more »
Award-winning producer, Ben Böhmer, drops 11 track electronica stunner ‘Bloom’ on Ninja Tune
Award-winning artist and producer Ben Böhmer shares his highly anticipated third studio album, ‘Bloom’. The 11-track LP, which brings his innate skill and passion for songwriting and composing to the foreground, is out now on Ninja Tune. Ben has delivered ‘Bloom’ as a confident reassertion of his improvisational origins as a songwriter. Despite the success... Read more »
UPPERGROUND announces legendary 3-room label takeover at Drumsheds and reveal heavy-hitting lineup
ARTBAT’s game-changing UPPERGROUND label is coming to London’s Drumsheds on Friday, November 22nd for an unmissable showcase. All three rooms will be open for an exclusive deep dive into the vital label’s sound with ARTBAT playing a headline set and support from Stephan Bodzin b2b Massano, Miss Monique, Joris Voorn, Layla Benitez, KAS:ST, Shall Ocin,... Read more »