Interviews

Little Talk with pølaroit and Verboten Berlin
Following the recent release of ‘The Tide’, we caught up with the guys from pølaroit and Verboten Berlin to learn more about the process behind the track. ‘The Tide’ focuses on the perpetual quest for balance in life, in the face of its challenges, or rather its recurrent ebb and flow. pølaroit’s ability to convey... Read more »

Interview: Moon Harbour marks its historic 20th anniversary
Moon Harbour marks its historic 20th anniversary with a 10-track compilation of all new music. It features old friends like Marlow and Luna City Express, icons like Steve Bug and Butch and new signings like Black Circle, so it is a fine representation of the label’s famous sound. Matthias Tanzmann founded Moon Harbour in 2000,... Read more »

Interview: Powel continues to defy belief with his latest sensational project : The Naked Astronaut EP
Ring the alarm – Powel is back! The All Day I Dream and Anjunadeep regular has crafted a space of his own, utilizing an amazing breadth of production class and eclectic influence. His heady grooves remain immensely dance friendly, as the melodies and percussion connect in stunning and unpredictable fashion. He’s already thoroughly beloved by... Read more »

UMEK’S music data startup is changing Artists’ careers
The “DIY musician” is on the rise. With technology accessible and costing little, more and more artists are releasing their music to streaming platforms and music channels without the help of labels. Independent artists are reportedly the fastest-growing segment of the music industry, as seen in both the revenue generated (over $643 million in 2018)... Read more »

Premiere: Chicola is back on Guy J’s label Lost & Found with a new two-track EP
Chicola is back on Guy J’s Malta-based label Lost & Found! Recognizable from the very first few seconds of this two-track release, the groundbreaking producer from Tel-Aviv displays the infinite power of creativity. Music is deep, intelligent, and psychedelic! Quirky sound effects and a meditative vibe make it larger than life. Both pieces create a... Read more »

Rich NxT shares his Top 5 studio tips
Long-standing FUSE mainstay Rich NxT makes a long-awaited return to Hot Creations this October with the Vibewise EP. The three-tracker marks his debut solo release on the label, having featured as remixer on the imprint previously. “Like a lot of artists, I naturally focused my time in the studio during our lockdowns, so I’m really... Read more »

Little Talk with Stanny Abram
Chatting with Stanny Abram about his new release! For over four months, Stanny Abram has been holding the number one position in the top 100 Electro artists, according to the BeatStats. This ranking system has mathematically proved what Stanny’s fans have known for ages. Abram’s singles have been an integral part of DJ sets by... Read more »

Little Talk with Hugo Cantarra
Hugo Cantarra is a known face of the French deep house scene who has delivered releases on important labels such as Pacha Recordings, Size Records, Armada Music, and more. He has performed in some of the world’s greatest nightclubs such as Dragon I and Zuma in Hong Kong, M2 in Shanghaï, Latte in Beijing, and... Read more »

Interview: Darksidevinyl delivers yet another pair of afro-bombs on the Ulu EP
Autumn has arrived in the northern hemisphere, and with it the need for darker tones, punchy drums, and soaring melodies; we’re happy to oblige! Darksidevinyl has established a sterling reputation for powerful afro-house, releasing on the likes of Connected Frontline, Deepalma, and MoBlack. His TOR debut alongside Ucha, Zaiana, has become an instant classic with... Read more »

Interview: Jonas Saalbach talks about his new album ‘Headlights’, his inspiration and more
It’s no exaggeration to say that Jonas Saalbach is one of our favourite artists of the past few years. Which isn’t just why we’re chatting to him today, but also why we hosted him on our mix series not so long ago! An artist who perfectly sums up the floaty electronica we hold so dear... Read more »