Interviews

David Castellani is an unrelenting Italian-born, Los-Angeles based producer that is taking the techno underworld by storm. Castellani first grabbed our attention with the thrilling ‘Alpha Gamma’ EP, which dropped on his Noetic imprint in July with a remix from the illustrious Redshape (Delsin, Monkeytown). The release was swiftly followed by the acid-infused ‘Solaris’ EP, 2... Read more »

Berlin-natives, 18-year-old singer Coco-Paloma and techno DJ/producer Hector Oaks team up to release their No Hay Mañana EP through Club Qu Records. ‘No Hay Mañana EP’, translated as ‘there is no tomorrow’, perfectly blends Oak’s signature techo sound with Paloma’s vulnerable songwriting and powerful vocal tone to create something truly unique. The first single, also... Read more »

Manchester’s Mason Collective are a dynamic DJ/production trio taking their high energy grooves around the world. Headed by Blair Suarez, Adam Myles and Omar Guedar, the crew cultivated a loyal following from their MASON Events which have rapidly grown to become one of the most renowned underground parties in Manchester – each having their own... Read more »

SDK launched onto the scene earlier this year with the release of their first project – What They Want. With a sumptuous blend of heady melodies and signature vocal hooks, the Vancouver-based duo’s debut on TOR rested perfectly at the centerpoint of underground and familiar. As we step into winter’s grasp, we’ve revisited the project... Read more »

The Mekanism is a French artist with many years in the game and a CV full of illustrious labels that have put out his stuff. With another recent EP on Harry Romero’s Bambossa Records, we caught up with him to see how his life is currently, and how the recent EP came to be…  ... Read more »

DESNA is a New York based name, someone who grew up on the NYC techno scene, learned the ropes herself and taken her career worldwide as a result. A former Output New York resident (among others) and one of DJ Mag’s emerging acts to watch in 2019, DESNA continues to prove she is a force... Read more »

Considered something of a visionary within the US’ house and techno scene, Matt Caines, though only in his mid 30s, has already led a fascinating life in electronic music. While he’s worked with the likes of CityFox and Do Not Sit in recent times, it’s his latest endeavours that’s really got tongues wagging. Art With... Read more »

The British duo Somethin’ Sanctified revolve their sound around analog-drenched house with a touch of lo-fi and disco tones, both timeless and innovative in nature. Simon Mills and Joel Hood each bring a lifetime of production experience and studios brimming with dusty hardwear to their burgeoning collaborative project, and the results simply speak for themselves.... Read more »

When GHEIST’s new album came into our inbox recently, we immediately had the sense that we were in for something special. And quite refreshingly, we were proved correct from the outset. A truly tantalizing listen, it spoke volumes of their shared musical understanding, and – much like their early records – would seem to suggest... Read more »

Lauren Mia is a Los Angeles-based classical pianist and composer-turned-DJ, songwriter, vocalist, and music producer. She artfully navigates between spaces of melodic techno and progressive house to curate a signature sound that’s ethereal and dynamic. Coming off of a milestone year in her career, Lauren delved feet first into the 2021 event landscape post-peak pandemic.... Read more »