Podcasts

Premiere: Niki Sadeki marks Manual Music return with evocative cuts across ‘Fading Sun’ EP
Manual Music proudly presents the ‘Fading Sun’ EP by Niki Sadeki, a compelling two-track release that showcases her signature blend of emotive storytelling and genre-blurring sound design. The title track, ‘Fading Sun,’ features the ethereal vocals of 20-year-old singer-songwriter Rubina, who bridges her Iranian heritage and Canadian upbringing through enchanting musical compositions. Together, they reimagine... Read more »

Premiere: Ian Pooley lands on Lazy Days Recordings with heavenly rework of Belcampo’s ‘Cristoville’
Lazy Days Recordings follows up Belcampo’s ‘Pastiches & Mélanges’ EP with remixes by two legends in the House world – Ian Pooley and Manuel Tur. Ian Pooley needs little introduction. With a career spanning over 3 decades, he’s one of the most prolific and loved producers out there. The way he’s stayed true to his... Read more »

Premiere: Darlyn Vlys steps onto Sincopat with seductive rework of AFFKT & Island Hill’s ‘Bitters & Bread’
Sincopat proudly unveils a significant release that represents a new chapter in the sonic evolution of AFFKT. ‘Bitters and Bread’ is the result of a vibrant collaboration with Island Hill, blending soul, poetry, and electronic elements into a genre-defying experience that speaks from the heart and moves the body. More than just a track, ‘Bitters... Read more »

Premiere: Eli Escobar & Nomi Ruiz explore loss, grief, & connection on collaborative ‘Love Louder’ LP, via Razor-N-Tape
The long-standing collaboration between influential dance music selector/DJ/producer Eli Escobar and critically acclaimed vocalist/songwriter Nomi Ruiz has been years in the making. The two Puerto Rican New York natives’ first collaboration in 2011 ‘Desire,’ released on Stretch Armstrong’s Plant Music, was an electrifying club track turned torch song. They’ve since featured on one each other’s... Read more »

Premiere: Nicolas Viana stuns on his own Sendas with contrasting, layered new single, ‘Luminor’
Nicolas Viana presents new single, ‘Luminor,’ distilling his deep connection to groove, emotion, and storytelling. Known for past releases on acclaimed labels like Renaissance, Plattenbank, and Plaisirs Sonores, Nicolas returns to his own imprint, Sendas, with a track that feels both personal and powerful. Born from one of those rare studio sessions where everything flows ... Read more »

When We Dip 180 mixed by Brian Cid
Imagination is the one thing no one can take away from Brian Cid. It does not matter if he produces Melodic Techno, Organic, Deep Tech, or Progressive House; Brian makes sure it sounds profound. Genres are not an obstacle for this dance scholar. Brian Cid (born in NY, raised in Dominican Republic, based in Berlin)... Read more »

Prima Lux mixed by Melon Bomb
Ibiza’s much-loved DJ collective Melon Bomb mark a major milestone this year with the launch of their own imprint, Melon Bomb Records. The new label officially landed last month, coinciding with the group’s 10th anniversary and a decade spent shaping some of the island’s most iconic dancefloors. First up on Melon Bomb Records was two... Read more »

Select Cuts 345 mixed by Karla Blum
If movies have taught us anything in the last 10 years, it’s that we all love an origin story. Karla Blum is just such an artist. Shiny and new, her eyes bright with possibility, she embarks upon her sonic journey with steely determination. She has an edge, though. Being born and raised in Berlin means... Read more »

Premiere: CLOSE PROXIMITY captivate on MINITEL with contemplative, trance-influenced ‘Pure Ascendance’ EP
After an unforgettable 2024 with the launch of MINITEL, the label is excited kick off this new year with UK duo CLOSE PROXIMITY and the talented Frankfurt-based producer MARUWA. CLOSE PROXIMITY was formed in late 2024 by Frank Brady and Demack. Their mission? Crafting distinctive progressive music blending proto house, techno, and trance influences. ‘Pure... Read more »

Prima Lux mixed by Adwer
Born and raised in Budapest, Hungary in a very musical family, Adwer got in touch his musical side at an early age. He’s been honing his craft of music production and DJing since the late 90s, has traveled quite a lot, and is based in Barcelona for many years now. His productions and DJ sets... Read more »

Premiere: Alya, Simon Erar, and TEUS’ brainchild, Yotto Records, thrill with inaugural, turbo-charged compilation, ‘Landed Sampler’
Alya, Simon Erar, and TEUS’ Yotto label was born out of a desire to break the rules and explore a sound that’s “free and bold, sharp and different and where French finesse flirts with radical sonic freedom.” It will be a place for unrestricted musical experimentation where artists are encouraged to break boundaries and move... Read more »

Premiere: Zankee Gulati graces Warung Recordings with radiant rework of Temple Gate’s ‘Pure Distance’
From New York and Buenos Aires, Kevin Capasso and Federico Novoa are Temple Gate, the duo behind the very next Warung Recordings release. The ‘Pure Distance’ EP is the 79th release and a massive two-track EP. The title track is a remarkable work that reflects the bond between the two artists. Both artsits started their... Read more »

Beltran brings looping, late-night vibes to ‘Commisatio,’ as part of Frooogs Records Cirque du Soleil remix project
There’s a calliope at the Commisatio, but Beltran has shown Caligula the door. If Violaine Corradi’s original composition for Zaia was a maximalist soundscape fit for an emperor’s banquet at the Macao Venetian, Beltran’s remix is for the afterparty. The Brazilian groove technician has traded away ethnic percussion, strings, and woodwinds for an intimate reunion... Read more »

DJ Hydra debuts on OVAVA Music with emotionally-charged, afrocentric ‘Moyo Wa Upendo’ EP
A rising force in the Afro House scene, DJ Hydra’s ‘Moyo Wa Upendo’ marks OVAVA Music’s 8th release. Having gained serious momentum in the run-up to his debut single release ‘Bamidele,’ this two-track EP further establishes DJ Hydra’s position as one of the genre’s most exciting new talents. The emotionally charged track ‘Moyo Wa Upendo’... Read more »

Yulia Niko infuses Helsloot’s iconic ‘Let’s Pretend’ with bouncy, open-air warmth on Get Physical
Get Physical Music revisits one of its most enduring anthems as Yulia Niko delivers a brand new remix of Helsloot’s ‘Let’s Pretend,’ one of the label’s biggest success stories of the past decade. Originally released in 2022, the track topped the Beatport Indie Dance chart and remained in the Top 100 for over two years.... Read more »

RÜFÜS DU SOL stun with 22 tracks ‘Inhale / Exhaled Remixed Vol.2,’ featuring reworks by &friends, Jimi Jules, Vintage Culture, & more
Grammy-winning live electronic trio RÜFÜS DU SOL surprise fans with the second volume of ‘Inhale / Exhale Remixed,’ adding 22 new reworks of their latest studio album ‘Inhale / Exhale.’ Out on Rose Avenue/Reprise Records, Vol. 2 broadens the band’s influence as scene curators while highlighting their lasting impact on the genre. The band’s fifth studio album, ‘Inhale... Read more »

Liam J. Hennessy makes radiant return with expansive electronica across 4 track ‘Phases’ EP
After a six-year hiatus from releasing original solo music, London-based composer and producer Liam J. Hennessy makes a radiant return with ‘Shining Light’ — the captivating new single from his forthcoming ‘Phases’ EP. Known for crafting deeply emotive soundscapes enriched by field recordings and natural textures, Hennessy’s music treads the line between ambient electronica and... Read more »

Sébastien Léger releases long awaited ‘Mistily’ on Lost Miracle
Sébastien Léger is an artist who needs little introduction. The French producer and DJ has been captivating audiences for nearly three decades with his distinctive productions and dynamic sets. Renowned for teasing unreleased tracks during live performances, he often leaves fans eagerly speculating and waiting for official releases. After a long build-up, Léger has finally... Read more »

Little Talk with Nomi Ruiz
Nomi Ruiz broke boundaries while fronting Hercules & Love Affair on their debut release on DFA. She went on to release the critically acclaimed ‘See The Light’ as Jessica 6 on Peace Frog Records. Nomi has collaborated with ANOHNI, Honey Dijon, Keinemusik, Sakis Rouvas, Sam Sparro, Todd Terry and been featured on The American Academy... Read more »

Little Talk with Le Hutin
Le Hutin’s 26 track album, ‘Love Is The Answer’ came to fruition on June 12th, showcasing the wide range of Le Hutin’s multiple influences. Not willing to be glued to a purely house music release, he keeps house — his favorite genre — as the absolute core of the project, around which everything revolves, keeping... Read more »

Little Talk with 1tbsp
Over the past few months, Australian producer/DJ 1tbsp has been steadily building anticipation for his latest EP with a string of irresistible singles. Now, the wait is over as he proudly unveils the full ‘Hotel Living’ EP, a vibrant and eclectic collection of tracks that push the boundaries of electronic music. The EP is a... Read more »

Little Talk with Cisco Cisco
Cisco Cisco are the Portuguese duo renowned for crafting emotional and uplifting house and disco, filled with hypnotic sampling and shimmering effects. Their sound has become a signature of Apersonal’s catalog. Their new EP ‘The Heat’ is a glowing continuation of their bond, featuring three original tracks, each representing a different facet of their style... Read more »

Little Talk with MXGPU
Hailing from Lisbon, Portugal, with a distinct commitment to immersive, multisensory performance, MXGPU have quickly become one of the most compelling live acts to watch in electronic music. As they prepare to release their deeply emotive new single, ‘take me home’ – already a fan favorite from their recent sets – alongside the announcement of... Read more »

Little Talk with HiFi Sean
HiFi Sean is one of those characters that if you don’t know him, you absolutely should! His career in music spans a few decades and a lot of massive musical achievements, like his place in the iconic band The Soup Dragons. A dynamic DJ and a well-versed producer, Sean brings the sunshine with his 24... Read more »

Mark Farina set to bring his iconic House grooves to Stereobar this Sunday
This Sunday, legendary house music icon Mark Farina takes over Stereobar for an extended all-night long set from 10 PM to 3 AM — a rare opportunity to catch the master selector in full flow, from the first record to the last. Renowned for his genre-blurring style that fuses deep house, jazzy grooves, and his... Read more »

Time Warp reveals unbelievable two-day, two-stage lineup for Autumn edition in Mannheim
Global electronic music institution Time Warp has revealed the full lineup for its 2D2S edition this autumn, taking place on November 7th & 8th. The two-day showcase blends the foremost house and techno pioneers with a disruptive, youthful array of new school innovators across two floors at the iconic Maimarkt Mannheim. Time Warp has been setting the standard for... Read more »

Paradise in the City announce stage-by-stage lineup with Bedouin, Franky Wah, & Archie Hamilton joining the festivities
Bedouin, Franky Wah and Archie Hamilton will now join an impressive house and techno roster already set for the Boston Manor Park debut on Saturday 2nd August, further cementing Paradise in the City as one of the most unmissable in the UK festival calendar. Paradise in the City also reveals the cutting-edge production and lineup... Read more »

All Day I Dream shines at OFF Piknic Montréal with unforgettable sunset vibes
This past Saturday, Montréal’s Parc Jean-Drapeau was swept away by the magic of All Day I Dream as the beloved label took over the OFF Piknic Electronik stage. Under flawless skies and wrapped in a warm summer breeze, the event delivered exactly what it’s known for: emotional, melodic, and utterly transportive house music. Opening duties... Read more »

Puglia’s Panorama Festival returns for 4th edition, dropping bold lineup with Black Coffee, Luciano, Solomun, Damian Lazarus, & more at the helm
Panorama Festival is a visionary celebration of electronic music, art and sustainability in Southern Italy’s most iconic natural amphitheatre and it returns for its fourth edition from August 14-16, 2025. The magical three day event transforms Cave del Duca into a world-class setting for immersive experiences in the limestone heart of Lecce, Puglia, with a... Read more »

CRSSD Festival drops 10th anniversary lineup across 3 breathtaking San Diego stages
CRSSD Festival has unveiled the lineup for its highly anticipated Fall 2025 edition, set to return to San Diego’s iconic Waterfront Park on September 27th and 28th. Continuing its milestone 10-year anniversary celebration in 2025, CRSSD’s enduring success lies in its expertly curated lineups – spotlighting global superstars, underground icons, and scene innovators across the... Read more »