French label Cosmocities, was established in 2019 by Matthieu Soulié-Strougar. Based in Dijon, the label has played host to an impressive roster that includes Leif, Segue, Jitwam, Inner Science, Inkswel, Active Ingredients and Kaidi Tatham. Also responsible for the sell-out smash by Detroit trio Billy Lo, with the outstanding ‘It’s The Life EP’ in January… Continue reading Fabrizio Fattore – Lyle Remix (Vince Watson Balearic Mix) [Cosmocities]
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Stekl – Make It Work [Fantastic Voyage]
Fantastic Voyage is the brainchild of Los Angeles-based producer Justin Jay. Bursting onto the scene from his college dorm more than a decade ago, Mr. Jay was the youngest member of Claude VonStroke’s Dirtybird Records. Since that time, the producer has grown quite a lot, embarking on a journey that has taken him far from… Continue reading Stekl – Make It Work [Fantastic Voyage]
Matthew Puffett – Lower The Anchor (Bontempi Dub Mix) [Future Beat Alliance]
Having spent the last twenty-five years producing under the FBA moniker, this will be the first time Matthew Puffett has released under his own name. Having been a pivotal player in the early days of the British Techno scene, Puffett has spent the last decade based in Berlin, where he has continued to release music… Continue reading Matthew Puffett – Lower The Anchor (Bontempi Dub Mix) [Future Beat Alliance]
Feel Fly – Esperanto [Hell Yeah Recordings]
Hell Yeah‘s debut Buena Onda compilation proved hugely successful. It also kept people drenched in exotic dance floor sounds while the pandemic has kept everyone apart. Now the Berlin-based party is back and on a mission to redefine what Balearic means with a first-ever vinyl-only sampler featuring exclusive, unreleased tunes and remixes compiled by Marco… Continue reading Feel Fly – Esperanto [Hell Yeah Recordings]
Venice Arms – A Promise To Be [Les Yeux Orange]
LYO is back and ready to take your breath away with the second volume of their compilation series «Driving Blind». They follow up on their first exquisite offering with an even wider and larger selection of 23 tracks from captivating artists from all over the globe. Selected with care and love, it will bring you… Continue reading Venice Arms – A Promise To Be [Les Yeux Orange]
fleet.dreams – Silk Surface (Dub Mix) [Leopard Cage]
Colton R. May, better known by his stage name fleet.dreams, is an up-and-coming producer who recently moved to the bustling city of Brooklyn, New York. Having spent the previous two years in Detroit, honing his skills as a DJ while studying from the likes of Rick Wilhite, Norm Talley, Marcellus Pittman and Dez Andrés, fleet.dreams… Continue reading fleet.dreams – Silk Surface (Dub Mix) [Leopard Cage]
Painé – Africa Oscura (Drums of Passion Mix) [Four Flies Records]
There are many DJs and selectors out there that label themselves as crate diggers – a slang term used to describe anyone who spends their time sifting through vinyl records at music shops in search of hidden gems. I was going to use the phrase to describe the Italian label Four Flies Records but thought… Continue reading Painé – Africa Oscura (Drums of Passion Mix) [Four Flies Records]
Linkwood & Other Lands – Don’t Throw It [Athens of the North]
Athens of the North (AOTN) is a label headed by Euan Fryer, a Scottish music aficionado born and raised in Edinburgh. In fact, the name for his label is based on the nickname of his hometown – a city recognized as having a reputation for learning and recalling lost knowledge from the ancient Greeks.This is… Continue reading Linkwood & Other Lands – Don’t Throw It [Athens of the North]
Ruben Vaun Smith – Trip On New Shores [Soundway Records]
The latest signee on famed London-based label, Soundway Records, Reuben Vaun Smith arrives on the scene with a sound that is fully-formed and poised, which is impressive considering he never originally intended on becoming a musician. Reuben’s dreams of becoming a professional soccer player were quashed by a severe knee injury at age 18, but… Continue reading Ruben Vaun Smith – Trip On New Shores [Soundway Records]
Bixi – Moka [Breathing Room Records]
Bixi’s sophomore EP on Canadian imprint Breathing Room Records is upon us. Simply entitled Natural, the release is a further exploration into the Switzerland-based artist’s love of organic sounds and textures. Following up on his debut Aquarius EP released last year, this time Bixi, who also goes by his more jazzy main alias Lokke, decided… Continue reading Bixi – Moka [Breathing Room Records]
Igor B – Deep Breath [NuNorthern Soul]
While the ongoing global pandemic means our chances to gather and dance beneath deep blue skies are likely to be limited, there’s never been a greater need for warm, positive and life-affirming music. NuNorthern Soul has decided to do its bit by offering up a brand new “Summer Selections” sampler that’s packed to the rafters… Continue reading Igor B – Deep Breath [NuNorthern Soul]
Joe Morris – Dance Mentality [Shades Of Sound Recordings]
Joe Morris once again presents four tracks that encompass a range of moods and styles while displaying the delicate touch in the studio that he has long become accustomed to. ‘Love Waves’ draws inspiration from Italian Dream House, New Age, Acid and UK break-beat. Deeply emotive textures and humid atmospheres combine for a modern dance… Continue reading Joe Morris – Dance Mentality [Shades Of Sound Recordings]