Afro House

Premiere: Floyd Lavine lands on Agoria’s Sapiens with futuristic groove across ‘HEKIMA’ EP
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 »

Prima Lux mixed by Sam Holland
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 »

Premiere: Rex Stax & Lizwi link up on Djuma Soundsystem’s IZIKI with ‘Lion’
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 »

Premiere: Eli Fola conjures dancefloor alchemy on ‘Back To The Basics’ EP via HE.SHE.THEY.
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 »

Little Talk with Madorasindahouse
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 »

Prima Lux mixed by Kiki Botonaki
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 »

Select Cuts 353 mixed by Da Mike
Greek artist Da Mike, a pioneering force in Afro house, is known for crafting magical sounds that frequently climb the digital charts. For his recent release, he joined forces with South African talent Deep Aztec, a key figure in shaping his local scene and now a globally touring artist. Their superb collaboration, ‘Caught In Silence,’... Read more »

Prima Lux mixed by Ollie Mundy
Ollie Mundy’s revered OVAVA Music imprint continues to deliver a relentless stream of standout releases, fueling DJ sets and dancefloors worldwide. Timed to coincide with Burning Man, ‘Sunset’ by Belgian producer Ari is rapidly gaining traction with tastemakers and looks set to climb the melodic charts. A melodic techno journey suspended between light and shadow,... Read more »

Eran Hersh launches new label, One Day Forever, with powerful debut single, ‘I’m Shocked’
Global DJ and hitmaker Eran Hersh, known for chart-toppers like ‘Sorry’ with Madonna & Blond:ish and the club anthem ‘Ale Ale,’ launches his own music label: One Day Forever. Based in Miami, the label will focus on afro house, indie dance, afro latin, and house music—driven by Hersh’s vision to “open the door to those who... Read more »

Premiere: N1NJA & Mr. V push for presence & dancefloor purity on mobilee with mesmerizing new single, ‘The Vibe’
London’s Farah Nanji, AKA N1NJA is something special. She builds her hypnotic soundscapes using samples of ethnic instruments collected from across the globe, weaving them into a bespoke tapestry guaranteed to garner your intrigue. Her next single, ‘The Vibe,’ lands on none other than mobilee. DJ MAG call N1NJA a “mega-talented, fast-rising star.” With impressive supporters... Read more »