AE:THER & YELLOWITZ - ALL OF ME - SIAMESE
A fusion of genres that perfectly fits in any kind of club or open-air festival. Their releases have always received high acclaim - with support across the board from the who is who is in the world of electronic music. Following the success of last year's celebrated single “Dynamite”, Ae:ther and Yellowitz, now under his surname only, return to Siamese with two captivating tracks. “All of Me” and “Leap of Faith” exemplify the enchanting synergy between these talented artists.
BLANKA BARBARA & JINADU - FORGOTTEN PHARAOH - ICONYC
Forgotten Pharaoh finds Blanka and Jinadu at their creative best with a driving, hypnotic production that's nicely dialed in on the dance floor. Punchy beats and a full, driving groove anchor the piece, as vibrant tones and spacey effects adorn the framework. Once the main break hits with Jinadu’s outstanding vocal work, the stellar charm of the composition quickly saturates your pleasure centers, before melting down to a resounding reservoir as the beats drop for a storming finale. Outstanding work from Blanka & Jinadu.
DAVE SEAMAN & SHOLA PHILLIPS - HOLD ON - SELADOR
The ones that got away. In a world awash with music, we all have those tunes that are special to us, heart-achingly magnificent moments preserved in aspic in our memories…but which never got the moment in the sun they so richly deserve. A DJ can campaign for such wonders ceaselessly, sharing them far and wide. Or you can go one step further, as Dave Seaman chose to do here with an anthemic, inspirational track that he had held dear for many years.
SASHA CARASSI - MERAKEE - BEDROCK
Back on the dancefloors following Oniris & Pat Brooks’ remix package of The Rebirth, John Digweed’s iconic Bedrock Records returns with Merakee, a scrumptiously electric new outing from the Neapolitan sensation that is Sasha Carassi. With releases on Global Underground, Renaissance Records, ATLANT, and UPPERGROUND to name a few, the Italian DJ and producer has risen through the ranks in style, and Merakee’s no-nonsense attitude stands as a compelling club track that perfectly condenses Carassi’s unique allure.
EMOTIONAL ALCHEMY - AMBIVALENCE - EMOTIONAL ALCHEMY
“Ambivalence" invites listeners to immerse themselves in a world where soundscapes take centre stage. As the first original on Emotional Alchemy's eponymous label, the release sets the tone for a musical journey characterized by depth, emotion, and a departure into ambient realms.
JUSTICE - ONE NIGHT/ALL NIGHT | GENERATOR - GENESIS (BECAUSE)
In the wake of Daft Punk's dissolution, Justice, the stalwart French electronic duo, emerges from an eight-year silence, offering a poignant reminder of the transformative power of electronic music. The announcement of "One Night/All Night" and its formidable B-side, "Generator," feels like a sonic exclamation point, marking a new chapter in the evolving landscape of electro-disco.
8KAYS & JUAN HANSEN - FALLING DOWN - WATERGATE
Currently shrouded in a haze of duality, melodic techno has peaked in terms of impact and reach, with titanic brands like Afterlife drawing huge crowds with their massive LED panels and over-stimulating visuals. However, the genre that was once coined as “man-trance” has also explored so much over the past decade, that breaking new ground today seems like a gargantuan task.
FEC - IT HAPPENS AT NIGHT - RENAISSANCE
Following a solid remix of Samar Soltan's “Damar” last year, Mexican DJ & producer Fec is back on the revered UK imprint Renaissance Records with the drop of his first solo EP, It Happens At Night. Entrancing, the three-track outing sees Anathema Records founder Fec treading new, darker waters, as he meddles with electronica, house, and a dash of Detroit-laced edge, warping sounds to his will in a pact with the late hours.
CRISTOPH & ADZ - SOLPAZ / FADING - FACTORY 93 RECORDS
For its third release of the year, Insomniac’s highly regarded Factory 93 Records returns to the fore with a narcotic two-track EP that finds superstar DJ and producer Cristoph linking up with fellow rising UK producer ADZ. Having previously collaborated together with Luke Coulson on the Consequence of Sound-released single “The Edge”, the Newcastle-based pair emerge from the studio with Solpaz / Fading, a rousing record where they converge for an electric and unadulterated assault on the senses.
PHRAKTAL - LYRA'S DREAMSCAPE - BAKROOM
To kick things off in 2024, we review a new release by Phraktal, an electronic music producer from Dublin in Ireland, who once again captivates us with his latest track, "Lyra's Dreamscape". This composition showcases Phraktal's masterful artistry and meticulous attention to detail.
JOHN TEJADA - WILD RIDE - KOMPAKT
John Tejada, a name synonymous with electronic music innovation, has once again captivated our ears with his latest EP, Wild Ride. With three mesmerizing tracks, including the standout “Vereor,” Tejada proves that his emotive techno productions are a testament to meticulous care and attention to detail. From start to finish, Wild Ride is a collection of fantastic productions that showcase Tejada’s unwavering commitment to the futuristic techno-house sound.
TSHA & NIMMO - ONLYL - MIND AGAINST REMIX
Mind Against, the revered Italian electronic duo, adds a new twist to TSHA & NIMMO‘s hit 2021 song “OnlyL,” originally first released by Ninja Tune. The long-awaited new version of “OnlyL” keeps NIMMO’s mesmerizing singing. It also turns the song from an artistic dance-pop song into a rich and layered cinematic piece. The remix adds deep, resonating bass and soaring, crunchy arpeggiated synths that take the cut to a new level.