Afro House

Opening Sondela’s 2026 release calendar, Burning Bright returns with new life and renewed purpose. First introduced on Sondela Sampler, Vol.3, the track is now reimagined by Manchester-born, London-based producer Everything Is Art, joining forces with upcoming talents ISIKO, and OG of the scene; Da Africa Deep, who crafted the original earlier in 2025. This fresh... Read more »

In 2025, rising Afro House talent DJ Hydra has firmly cemented his place as one of the genre’s most compelling new artists, earning support from the industry’s biggest players, landing releases on tastemaker labels, climbing download charts, and securing a Hong Kong residency to crown a landmark year. DJ Hydra has spent years refining his... Read more »

PAAX makes their Songspire Records debut with ‘Hurricane,’ a collaboration with vocalist Monique that sits in the more reflective corners of melodic house. The track leans into gentle piano phrasing and slow-building arrangement, with Monique’s vocal carrying a clear emotional through-line without ever overstating it. The progression is patient, the atmosphere warm, and the production... Read more »

Following the debut of ‘Im Shocked’, Eran Hersh joins forces with famous Russian rapper, singer, producer, and entrepreneur Timati for an extraordinary new collaboration. Retitled ‘Vahue’, the track is sung by Timati in Russian, giving the hypnotic Afro House / Tribal House groove a fresh, bold energy. This collaboration marks the beginning of an exciting... Read more »

Today, When We Dip proudly presents the premiere of ‘Mind Expansion’, the captivating new single from South African artist Floyd Lavine, featuring the electrifying duo The Illustrious Blacks. The track arrives via Sapiens Records, Agoria’s celebrated imprint known for championing boundary-pushing electronic music. ‘Mind Expansion’ is a bold, hypnotic journey — a fusion of House-futurism,... Read more »

Sam Holland has had a big 2025, during which he has continued to establish his Heart + Mind label. His sound never stays in one place for too long and has incorporated everything from deep to tech grooves on labels like Sci-Tec, Four Thirty Two, and Knee Deep In Sound. He centres the drums in... Read more »

Hear the lion roar, as Rex Stax unites with Zulu super star vocalist Lizwi to release the ‘Lion’ EP on Djuma Soundsystem’s label Iziki. German afro house producer Rex Stax is known for his acclaimed collaborations with Idd Aziz, Stevo Atambire, and Mr. Vegas. Lizwi, one of South Africa’s most recognizable voices, brings her powerful... Read more »

Nigerian-American artist, DJ, producer, and saxophonist Eli Fola steps into a new chapter with the release of his two-track ‘Back To The Basics’ EP, landing via HE.SHE.THEY. Records. Fresh from a run of global summer festival dates, including Belgium’s Voodoo Village, DGTL India, and Sunburn Goa, and with support from heavyweights Black Coffee, Richie Hawtin,... Read more »

Marking a major milestone in its journey, Madorasindahouse celebrates its 100th release — a testament to over a decade of curating soulful, rhythm-driven music that bridges cultures and communities. We caught up with the team behind the label to reflect on its evolution from a humble YouTube channel to a global movement and to discuss... Read more »

Kiki Botonaki has been a pillar of the Greek underground for a decade. She has an influential radio show and has played across the region’s most celebrated clubs and festivals. In the studio, she brings a fresh twist on Afro house and has climbed high in global digital charts with standouts like ‘We Fly’ and... Read more »