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Masaya CH 'Gabriel' on Bedrock Records

Sun, 04 Aug 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Bedrock Records has a new release out now from Masaya CH.

John Digweed has charted 'Gabriel' in his Summer Chart 2024 (26 July 2024), and it sits as one of the key tracks in the set.

The release marks Masaya CH's first on Bedrock Records since his Quattro III EP of 2 December 2022, a gap of about 20 months.

A hypnotic, deep, progressive builder, 'Gabriel' unfolds with rolling percussion, a chugging bassline and warm pads, made for the late-night floors Digweed and Masaya CH inhabit.

This is the 15th release Bedrock Records has put out on Beatport in 2024 so far.

LUCH, AVÖ (PT) 'YAWA (One In A Million)' on Disposable

Sun, 04 Aug 2024 12:00:00 +0000

'YAWA (One In A Million)' marks the release of LUCH and AVÖ (PT) on the Portuguese imprint Disposable.

'YAWA (One In A Million)' is a hypnotic afro-house cut that rides a warm, infectious groove. The track layers a rolling percussive rhythm with a soulful vocal hook that pulls you in from the opening bars. It's built for the moments when the sun is high and the crowd is in sync, but it carries enough weight for late-night floors too. Rich textures and steady momentum make it a versatile tool for DJs looking to bridge cultural rhythms and modern production.

Francis Mercier had this one on his radar early, supporting it in his Sauti chart on July 18th.

East Cafe 'Unmoving' on Embliss Records

Sun, 04 Aug 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Hernan Cattaneo and Marcelo Vasami are back, this time with a rendition that transforms East Cafe's 'Unmoving' into something for the late hours.

This one is for the heads. It arrives with a long, patient build, airy textures and rolling percussion that keep the floor suspended. As always with these two, it's less about peaks and more about depth, the kind of record that reveals itself gradually across a long set.

Warm, hypnotic and constantly moving beneath the surface. Perfect for the dawn slot. The release, out July 12th on Embliss Records, keeps the remix faithful enough to the original's mood while stretching it into new territories. Play it loud, play it long.

Neumateria 'Leo' on Einmusika Recordings

Sat, 03 Aug 2024 12:00:00 +0000

'Leo' is a new track by artist Neumateria, released on August 2nd via Einmusika Recordings.

The release is catalog number EINMUSIKA286. It's a Melodic House & Techno record. It was charted by Innellea in his chart for 'I Won't Go (HITS HITS HITS)' on the same date, August 2nd.

Einmusika Recordings has so far put out 19 releases on Beatport in 2024, up to August 4th. This is the 19th of those.

This appears to be Neumateria's first appearance in the desk's records. No further biography is on file.

Fiiasco, Joseph Kaz 'Careless' on The Soundgarden

Fri, 02 Aug 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Fiiasco and Joseph Kaz land on The Soundgarden with 'Careless', out July 26th.

This one has already earned a spot in Lost Desert's Summer Progress chart, and it's easy to hear why. Fiiasco and Joseph Kaz operate in the organic house world with real sensitivity, layering warm textures, airy percussion and a patient, unfolding arrangement. The mix lets every element breathe, setting up a heady atmosphere for the dancefloor or for summer listening.

Lost Desert's support is a nod to the track's understated strength, blending the deep, dusty tones of organic house with melodies that feel alive.

This is Fiiasco and Joseph Kaz's first appearance on The Soundgarden in our records. The label continues a strong 2024 run. The Soundgarden's release of 'Careless' marks its 15th Beatport release of the year.

Megablast, Makossa & Megablast, Cleydys Villalon 'Cuerpo' on Get Physical Music

Fri, 02 Aug 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Get Physical Music keeps the summer soundtrack coming with Makossa & Megablast and Cleydys Villalon's 'Cuerpo', out now on the label.

Organic House with a soulful twist, the original mix layers warm percussion, hypnotic bass and Cleydys Villalon's floating vocal lines. Everything breathes and builds, with a rolling breakdown that pulls the floor back in before the drums land again.

The package also comes with an Indie Disco Wobble Dub and remixes from Ottinger and FLAVOR, each taking the track into their own late-night territory.

This one marks the first Get Physical appearance for all three artists involved. Makossa & Megablast's last outing in the desk's records was on Stripped Down Records in September 2019 with the Kunuaka Remixes Part 2.

'Cuerpo' is out now on Get Physical.

Javi Reina, Jesus Fernandez, Daveartt 'Noche y Día' on Toolroom Trax

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Toolroom Trax's 27th release of 2024 on Beatport is Javi Reina, Jesus Fernandez and Daveartt's Noche y Día, which was released on July 26. It was charted by James Hype on 29 July in his Surviving Summer Chart.

This Afro House track is a proper summer record, with warm percussion and a slick guitar line that carries the groove. The Extended Mix gives plenty of room for the drums to breathe, keeping the energy rolling at a pace that works both on terraces and in peak-time sets.

It marks the artists' first release on Toolroom Trax in our records; previously we have them on SPINNIN' RECORDS from March 2024 for Yo Quiero Una Nena (Jesús Fernández Remix) [Extended Mix].

RÜFÜS DU SOL 'Music is Better' on Rose Avenue/Reprise

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 12:00:00 +0000

RÜFÜS DU SOL's Music is Better now gets the remix treatment, with Maxi Meraki reworking the track for Rose Avenue/Reprise.

The label released the original in June, and this new remix arrives in July. The release is Rose Avenue/Reprise's second on Beatport in 2024, with three releases out in total so far this year.

Maxi Meraki's version takes the track into Melodic House & Techno territory, focusing on hypnotic textures and a steady, driving pulse.

This week the remix was added to Gryffin's Playlist of the Week on Beatport. It also features on Tim Engelhardt's Mind Over Matter Chart.

Paul Deep (AR) 'Odyssey' on Proton Music

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Proton Music's new release for June comes from Paul Deep (AR) with the 'Odyssey' EP. The title track gets the remix treatment from Zankee Gulati, and that's the one Lost Desert has been spinning, charting it in his Summer Progress chart on July 30th.

The original 'Odyssey' is pure Paul Deep: deep, hypnotic and built for the long haul. It drifts through space with a slow-burning melody and a groove that stays locked. There's a patience to it that rewards the right crowd at the right hour.

Zankee Gulati's remix shifts the energy, adding a touch more drive and tension while keeping the original's core intact. It's a heads-down, eyes-closed record that works well in both open-air and afterhours settings.

'Odyssey' marks Paul Deep's first Proton Music release since his 'Eclectic' remix package back in May, and it continues his steady run of form on the label.

The Deepshakerz 'Now & Ever' on Knee Deep In Sound

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

The Deepshakerz land on Knee Deep In Sound with 'Now & Ever,' a deep dive into Afro House that's been catching ears in all the right places.

In the busiest weeks of the season in Ibiza and Mykonos, this one has been doing damage. Hot Since 82 has already shown it love on his SONEDO Chart, which tells you everything about where it fits: rolling drums, warm low-end, and a groove that works from warm-up to peak time.

The release marks The Deepshakerz's first appearance on the label in our records, following their May 2024 outing on Great Stuff Recordings. 'Now & Ever' is the 15th release Knee Deep In Sound has put out on Beatport this year as of early August.

Alex Medina 'Malpais' on Sum Over Histories

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

The new Alex Medina release Malpais on Sum Over Histories is a deep dive into hypnotic, melodic house and techno that locks you in from the first hit.

Frankey & Sandrino have been running the label as a home for textured, heady sounds, and this one keeps that run going. Medina brings a rich sense of storytelling in the arrangement. Warm pads, complex percussion and slow-burning tension that pulls across four tracks, each one carefully built for the mind as much as the floor.

With support from Rodriguez Jr. Already picking it up, Malpais feels like one of those records that will keep showing up across the summer.

Menachem 26, Headwaters 'Pixel Desert' on Kotori

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Menachem 26 and Headwaters deliver a fresh organic house cut on Kotori, arriving July 26th via the label's ATCK051 release.

'Pixel Desert' is the kind of record that pulls you straight into its own world. There's an earthy, steady pulse, warm organic textures, and a patient build that keeps the dancefloor suspended. Menachem 26 brings a subtle melodic touch, while Headwaters layers in the kind of hypnotic detail that rewards a proper sound system.

Kotori continues its streak of releasing forward-thinking organic house, and 'Pixel Desert' lands right in that sweet spot, deep enough for the purists, accessible enough for the main room.

Cezar Aragon, Mad Fuentes 'AcerKte' on Make The Girls Dance Records

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Cezar Aragon and Mad Fuentes team up for 'AcerKte', an Afro House record that's getting serious heat from some of the scene's biggest tastemakers.

Already charted by HUGEL on his I Adore You Chart, the track landed in his DJ set at The Masquerade by Claptone at Amnesia Ibiza. That's a solid sign of where this one is heading.

The production pairs organic percussion with rolling basslines and vocal chants that just pull you in. There is something hypnotic in the rhythm. It's the kind of tune that builds slowly before releasing into pure dancefloor energy.

The label, Make The Girls Dance Records, keeps stacking strong releases. This one shows how much the imprint is pushing into Afro House territory.

Cassian 'Dun Dun' on Afterlife Records

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Here's a first listen to the new single from Afterlife regular Cassian, his first for the label since March, out August 2nd.

'Dun Dun' is one of those tracks that wastes no time. From the first bar, the kick lands, the bass follows, and the build starts climbing. Cassian works the tension with precision, adding layers and pulling them back just when it feels like the lid's about to blow. It's a peak-time weapon that knows exactly when to breathe.

This is melodic house and techno with a sharp edge. The drums have weight, the synth stabs hit clean and the arrangement keeps its focus on the floor. It arrives as Afterlife Records' eighth Beatport release of 2024, and it holds its own in a run of strong material from the imprint. Cassian's first Afterlife drop since March's 'Genesys II,' this one is built for the big rooms and the long nights.

Innellea is already on it, picking 'Dun Dun' for his 'I Won't Go' chart (HITS HITS HITS, August 2). When the producers are circling it early, you know it's working.

Sharam Jey, Kinky Sound, YARDi 'Opera' on Bunny Tiger

Sun, 28 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Sharam Jey teams up with Kinky Sound and YARDi for "Opera", out now on Bunny Tiger.

"Opera" is a hypnotic slice of melodic house and techno. It's built on a chugging groove that pulls you into its orbit right away. Warm, enveloping pads wrap around a steady pulse, while subtle vocal fragments drift in and out of the mix, adding an ethereal quality. The track gradually builds, introducing layers of percussion and texture that keep the energy flowing. The bassline is deep and driving, anchoring the whole piece as it moves toward its climax.

This is one of those records that works on a dark floor, where the lights are low and the sound is everything. It has that hypnotic quality that gets under your skin, a slow-burning intensity that rewards repeated listening.

"Opera" is available on digital platforms. It's the kind of cut that should find its way into sets from the melodic house and techno crowd, with its late-night mood and its steady, insistent rhythm. A solid addition to Bunny Tiger's catalogue.

Wilgenis Vergara, Aaron Sevilla 'Torero' on AFRODISE

Sat, 27 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Wilgenis Vergara and Aaron Sevilla are teaming up for the latest release on AFRODISE, dropping 'Torero' on July 26th.

A proper Afro House cut built for the season, 'Torero' locks in a percussive, rolling groove with a vocal hook that lands. The kind of record that sounds right in the open air. Wilgenis Vergara and Aaron Sevilla keep the arrangement moving with layered drums, warm stabs and a hook that repeats without ever feeling tired. It's efficient, focused Afro House with plenty of room to breathe on a dancefloor.

'Torero' marks the first AFRODISE link-up between Wilgenis Vergara and Aaron Sevilla since their June 7th release 'Wakati'. This is the label's eighth release of the year.

HUGEL has already shown support, adding 'Torero' to his I Adore You Chart on July 25th.

Malive, Morgado, Gogoia, Gabriel Paes 'Quintal' on Madorasindahouse Records

Sat, 27 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Malive's latest 'Quintal' is an ode to the backyard, where everything grows, lives and gathers, forging a sense of community that makes it a safe space. Together with Morgado, Gogoia and Gabriel Paes, the song tells the story of how a "Quintal" is essentially the soul of the neighbourhood. Warmth, togetherness and care. It's about these environments where children learn the first steps of sociability, where music, cooking, and life intertwine, a place of true connection. The original is a gentle, organic piece of afro house. The remix on the other hand takes you to the open-air dancefloors of the Berlin summer, driving with the same gentle essence but letting their signature textures and sound design shine.

Yuma, JEWELS, SOMMA, LE YORA, CHXRL 'LIFETIME feat. CHXRL' on LE YORA

Fri, 26 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

LE YORA's catalog is moving fast, and this one's already picking up momentum. "LIFETIME" brings Yuma, JEWELS and SOMMA together with CHXRL on vocals, and it glides through melodic house and techno with a real sense of weight.

The track opens on a vocal hook that lingers, letting CHXRL lead the way. The production stacks rolling drums and broad synths, building a sound that feels huge but never loses its centre. It's peak-hour, hands-in-the-air material, but with a subtle melancholic pull that keeps it from feeling throwaway.

This is LY017E on LE YORA's own label, and it's been charted by JØRD on the Momentum Chart this week. If you're after extended mixes that work in big rooms and open-air slots, this one is worth your attention.

Hunter/Game, Ramverk 'Let Love' on Just This

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Just This release 'Let Love' from Hunter/Game and Ramverk, with a remix from Recondite. The release is out now on Just This.

The title track 'Let Love' from Hunter/Game and Ramverk is an emotive cut with airy pads, deep, grooving rhythms and smooth synths. The remix from Recondite is darker, more driving, with shuffling percussion and a cavernous low-end, taking the track deeper into techno territory.

The release follows the pair's previous collaborative effort 'Stars' on Just This from earlier in the year, and is the label's second release of 2024 on Beatport.

Moeaike 'Maybe' on Rose Avenue

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

A pure slice of daytime emotion, Moeaike's new one "Maybe" has the balance of hope and hesitation running through it. Out July 19th on Rose Avenue.

There is a cool, clean breeze that runs through the cut, with an evocative piano hook and rolling organic percussion, while the pads and vocals seem to hover around it all. It feels understated, but the builds are inevitable and the drops cut deeper because of that restraint.

No sweeping statements needed here. Just a quality melodic house record that knows when less is more. It already found its way into charts from Rodriguez Jr. And Super Flu, both in the last week since it's release.

If this is the first you've heard of Moeaike, then it's probably best to get familiar. "Maybe" is the sixteenth release of 2024 to hit Beatport from the Rose Avenue label, and the quality across that run has stayed consistent.

Dalla 'Passengers' on Beeside Records

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Ever get the feeling you're just a passenger in your own life? It's a thought that's crossed most minds at one point or another. Dalla channels that energy into a new anthem built for the main room. The track arrives with an extended mix, giving DJs plenty of room to work with its sweeping pads and driving beat.

"Passengers" carries a sense of motion, of movement through both space and emotion. There's something cinematic in the way the melody unfolds, hovering between euphoria and melancholy. This one feels designed for the moment when the lights drop and the crowd's energy peaks.

The release comes on Beeside Records, and it's already been picked up by Bruno Martini, who included it on his STATIC chart earlier this week.

David Museen, Erik Christiansen 'Take It All Down' on NoRobot Music

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Here we have the new NoRobot Music release from David Museen and Erik Christiansen, titled Take It All Down, and it comes with a Francis Davila Remix. Out on July 26th 2024.

The Original Mix is a driving progressive house mover with subtle rave influences and a solid, hypnotic main room groove, with a rich melodic arrangement. The Francis Davila Remix takes the track into tougher, deeper territory for the later hours, adding some chunky textures and a more heads-down approach.

A great new release from David Museen & Erik Christiansen on the consistently reliable NoRobot Music. Highly recommended.

Monastetiq, David LeSal, Oysher 'Another World' on Siona Records

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Siona Records continues its impressive 2024 run. The label has now put out 34 releases on Beatport this year, and the latest comes from Monastetiq, David LeSal and Oysher.

'Another World' is their first release on the label since 'Breathe' landed back in March 2023, and it marks a welcome return to Siona's catalog. The single arrives as the label's 34th release of 2024, and it has already caught the attention of tastemakers like Miss Monique, who featured it in her Every Breath mix on July 27th.

The Extended Mix balances melodic depth with a steady, hypnotic drive, mixing the three artists' distinct production styles into one cohesive sound. Fans of melodic house and techno with emotional weight will find plenty to sink into here.

Kurd Maverick, NODUS 'Rakkas' on Make The Girls Dance Records

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Kurd Maverick and NODUS team up for "Rakkas" on Make The Girls Dance Records, a track designed for the peak season. Out on July 26th, 2024, it quickly found its way into HUGEL's chart.

"Rakkas" brings an Afro House groove that feels at home in Ibiza and Mykonos. The percussion works with a rolling bassline and pads to create a hypnotic, dancefloor-ready energy. The extended mix gives plenty of room for mixing.

HUMANS 'TAKATA' on Deep Root Tribe

Sun, 21 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

TAKATA opens with a rolling drum pattern and a deep, chanted vocal that sits right in the pocket. The track stays rooted in its core groove, with layers of percussion and a hypnotic call-and-response that keeps the energy alive without overwhelming the mix.

The Extended Mix lets the arrangement breathe. The drums stay front and centre, the bass remains warm and low, and the vocal keeps its rhythmic pull throughout. It's functional, club-friendly Afro House with a clear sense of purpose.

Francis Mercier picked this up for his Sauti chart on July 18th, a solid sign for a record that works best in the right setting.

Toto Chiavetta 'Dua Is' on HABITAT Records

Sun, 21 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Toto Chiavetta's Dua Is receives new life with the Imperfect Couture Extended Mix, out now on HABITAT Records.

There's something about a remix that understands the original and pushes it further into the dark. Imperfect Couture does exactly that. Wrapped in melodic textures with a firm club pulse, this extended version stretches the track into its fullest form, giving DJs room to work and dancers time to sink in.

Toto's work continues to find its way into the right sets. Fideles have charted the track for The Puzzle on Beatport, a sure sign it is ringing bells in the circles that count. "Dua Is" has that quality: hypnotic, detailed and built for the right moment on the floor.

This is Toto Chiavetta's first release on HABITAT Records since METAFLORA II back in April, marking a return to a label that has kept its identity tight through the year.

Jawora 'Memories' on Deep Root Underground

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

The Mykonos and Ibiza summer is in full swing, and the balearic bass of the season has a new entry: Jawora's 'Memories,' out now on Deep Root Underground.

This one picks up the pace, with that hypnotic, rolling pulse and melodic shimmer that define this Afro house wave. The Extended Mix is the key, it gives the track room to stretch out, letting the percussion weave and breathe for the long, hot nights.

Francis Mercier has been supporting it on his Sauti show since July 18th. If that's a sign of the season's direction, 'Memories' is going to be one of those tracks that defines the dancefloor soundtrack of 2024.

Marc Romboy, Stephan Bodzin 'The Alchemist' on Systematic Recordings

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Two of the finest in the game come together on this one.

Marc Romboy & Stephan Bodzin reunite for 'The Alchemist', a distinctive production where deep rolling basslines meet soaring synth work and a driving, hypnotic energy. It's a record that feels timeless, pulling from the deeper, more emotive corners of melodic house and techno.

The release also includes a remix from Marc Romboy, who recrafts the original into a more dub-tinged, heads-down affair, drawing out the atmospheric pads and stripped-back groove for the late-night sessions.

Pan-Pot have been supporting this one heavily, and they've included it in their recent chart for FORTE Remixes Pt.3. All in all, a proper meeting of minds.

Khen 'Inner Growl' on Closure

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Khen's latest, 'Inner Growl', comes through Closure with an Original Club Mix that twists organic house into something more nocturnal.

The track flexes a thick, muscular groove, dropping in shimmering textures and a restless bassline that keeps the floor on edge. There's plenty of detail in the percussion, but Khen never lets it clutter the core pulse.

'Inner Growl' sits in that zone between warm, worldly textures and heady club pressure. Built for late rooms and patient DJs, it rewards attention without losing its physical pull.

Out now on Closure.

Marc Gonen 'Wrong' on Madorasindahouse Records

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

"Wrong" is a fresh track on the Madorasindahouse Records roster. The tune is a melodic journey, produced by Marc Gonen with tribal house elements blending Afro House vocals and his distinct percussion.

It features a powerful bassline that will be memorable for those on the dancefloor. The atmospheric keys are dreamy and hypnotic, and the production is crisp and clear. A tune to easily ride the summer wave.

Dive into the beats of "Wrong" and discover the latest release from Madorasindahouse Records. This is certainly a track that is making rounds, having been recently charted by Hyenah in his July Heat chart, on July 9th, adding to the buzz.

Sasha, Sentre 'Glastacy' on Last Night On Earth

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

'Glastacy' marks the latest studio link-up between Sasha and Sentre, and it lands right on time for festival season.

Released on June 28th via Last Night On Earth, the track shows two producers locked into a shared headspace. By now they've built a solid run of collaborative releases, and this one keeps the streak alive.

It's peak Ibiza and Mykonos territory, melodic house and techno built for the right moment in the night. Pete Tong clearly felt it too, spinning it on 'Where's The Music Gone' on July 12th.

Last Night On Earth had this one lined up as the label's seventh Beatport release of 2024, and it fits neatly alongside the label's summer output. For Sasha and Sentre, it's another joint offering for the catalogue.

Soldera, Laau 'La Bambola' on Beeside Records

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Soldera and Laau join forces on Beeside Records with 'La Bambola', an Afro House cut that brings plenty of island heat.

The Extended Mix of 'La Bambola' opens with rolling percussion and warm, dubbed-out chords. Laau's vocal drifts in and out, melting into the groove, while the drums stay locked to a swaying dancefloor pattern.

There's a deep, hypnotic pulse running through the track, held together by colourful pads and a bassline that keeps the whole thing moving. Soldera and Laau clearly know how to find that sweet spot between texture and rhythm.

With its sun-soaked atmosphere and polished production, 'La Bambola' has already caught the ear of Brazilian DJ and producer Bruno Martini, who added it to his chart recently.

This one's built for open-air sets and long summer nights, and Beeside Records have found themselves another gem.

Nhar 'Visages' on Hoomidaas

Sun, 14 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Nhar's Visages, out on Hoomidaas, is organic house designed for those long, heat-hazed mornings when the party is still breathing. The label's fourth release of 2024 on Beatport, it lands with the kind of slow-burn mystique that suits its title. Faces, visions, impressions, Nhar builds a track that feels like shifting through them all.

There's a patient rhythm at the core, percussion dusted with subtle folk textures and synth work that glows rather than shouts. It has that quality of being both grounded and airy, a track that could anchor a sunrise set or dissolve into the background of a late afternoon by the water. The production leans into warm, organic tones while keeping a steady, hypnotic pulse.

Since Nhar's last appearance on Sounds Of Sirin in December 2023, Visages shows a further refinement of his sound, world-music touches woven into a house framework that stays hypnotic and unhurried. It's a release that doesn't chase you; it waits.

Support has been building too, with Armen Miran including it on LikeMinded 005 in July. That kind of nod from a discerning selector says plenty. If you're looking for something with roots, texture and a slow burn, Visages delivers.

IVAN MASA 'Invidia' on DESSERT

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Berlin in July holds a particular weight. The night moves late, the air holds humidity, and the hours between sunset and sunrise carry their own tempo. IVAN MASA taps into that specific pulse with Invidia, a new piece for DESSERT that works in the spaces between tension and release.

'Invidia' moves through melancholy and momentum. It is melodic and heavy, melodic and driving. The synth lines seem to stretch and pull, the kick anchors the motion, and the textures break open just enough to let something darker surface. This is not a track that announces itself. It unfolds.

IVAN MASA's Invidia surfaces on DESSERT, July 12th, 2024. It has already found an early champion in Fideles, who placed the track in their latest The Puzzle chart for July 12th.

Hardt Antoine 'I Will' on Kompakt

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Some tracks just land right on first listen. Hardt Antoine's "I Will" is exactly that kind of record. Out now on Kompakt, this one brings exactly what you need for the warmest months of the year.

The track works a smooth, hypnotic groove with a vocal that immediately sticks. Melodic, driving, and full of feeling, it never feels too soft or too heavy. It simply pulls you in and keeps you there. The steady bassline carries the whole thing forward with subtle momentum, and the keys add warmth without overstaying their welcome.

Already supported in a chart by Fancy Inc, "I Will" is showing real early signs of life. While proper techno chuggers are still doing rounds, it's those emotional, well-crafted mid-tempo cuts that really keep floors alive in summer.

Hardt Antoine is no newcomer to the label's universe. His previous appearance on Total 23 offered a glimpse of where he sits stylistically, right between melodic house and deep techno. With "I Will," he refines that formula into something direct and fresh. Kompakt remains on a roll this year and "I Will" is another welcome addition to their impeccable run.

Atmos Blaq, Laniii K 'Ingane Zomama' on Rise Music

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Atmos Blaq and Laniii K bring fresh fire to Rise Music with 'Ingane Zomama', which lands as the label's third release of 2024.

There's something about Afro House that hits different when the season turns golden, and this one slides right in. The record is a proper summer weapon. It's already doing damage in the right circles, with Hyenah picking it up for his July Heat chart.

The Rise Music imprint has been steady and intentional this year, and RISE025 is no different. It's a release that feels built for open-air dancefloors, warm evenings and that special moment when the drums take over.

Armen Miran 'Moving Space' on Hoomidaas

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Armen Miran lands on Hoomidaas with the weight of a producer who knows exactly how to move a room. 'Moving Space' is out now.

The title says it all. A rolling, hypnotic groove that breathes, builds and pulls you in without ever forcing the moment. It's the kind of record that works in the long, patient sets, the ones that stretch past sunrise, where the dancefloor gets lost in the wave of the kick and the space between the notes.

This is Armen Miran's first release on Hoomidaas in over a year and a half, following 2023's Doors of Perception, and it arrives with a subtle sense of occasion. Hoomidaas continues its busy 2024 with another carefully selected piece of organic house.

For DJs, this is one for the journey.

Caiiro 'Batumi' on OwnIt Music

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Caiiro serves up the new 'Batumi' release on OwnIt Music.

This is the Berlin based artist's new cut for the label. It comes with the mark of OWNIT015 and is available across stores now. With a summer-ready Afro House feel, the track has plenty of depth and warm instrumentation throughout, carrying rich percussion and chanted vocals that add texture to the groove.

'Batumi' is currently picking up strong support in the scene, including a recent play from Hyenah on his July Heat show. Caiiro's latest finds the sweet spot between hypnotic rhythm and melodic flair, perfect for open-air settings and late-night sessions.

ArtSky 'Attraction' on Bunny Tiger Dubs

Sat, 06 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Label head Sharam Jey has selected the release 'Attraction' by ArtSky for his monthly charts. As always his selection is a reflection of melodic house and techno excellence. ArtSky's sound is dreamy with a strong nod to the scene's more organic-leaning end of the spectrum, offering room for exploration and many a music library.

For his June chart, Sharam Jey is shining a light on this record, which stands out for its blend of warm pads, steady kick drums and subtle synth details. Listeners get the impression they are in for a treat as the track gradually unfolds its hypnotic atmosphere.

Pagez, Herve Pagez, C-Mart 'Workah' on Deep Root Tribe

Sat, 06 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Pagez, Herve Pagez and C-Mart land on Deep Root Tribe with Workah (Extended Mix).

Following chart adds from Francis Mercier at Yara earlier this week, the label gives the single full digital release. The extended mix leads with a driving, hypnotic groove, claps, percussive layers and a bold, melodic hook that straddles Afro House and techno, made for peak time floors and open airs.

The release marks the first time Pagez, Herve Pagez and C-Mart have appeared on Deep Root Tribe in the desk's records. It also marks the label's 13th release of the year on Beatport, part of 18 the imprint has put out in 2024 up to July 7th.

Frannz 'Angelus' on BeatFreak Recordings

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

BeatFreak Recordings keep the melodic house & techno pressure on with 'Angelus', a moody cut from Frannz.

The track opens with a hypnotic sense of ease, floating airy textures and sparse percussion that gradually gather momentum. Warm stabs and delicate keys move across the mix, coaxing the listener further into its spell. Frannz knows exactly how to tease a build, letting suspense simmer before locked-in drums land with a satisfying snap.

'Angelus' is a versatile production for the floor. It rides the balance between peak-time drive and after-hours restraint, with a clear nod to the melodic side of techno. The record's charm sits in its refusal to rush, holding tension in all the right places.

The single arrives as BeatFreak's 10th release of the year on Beatport, part of a steady run for the label in 2024, with 17 total releases so far. Frannz continues to be a name to track, following previous work on 3000 Grad Records.

Oxia, Dorian Craft 'Kilamba' on Diversions Music

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

For those who seek the music that crosses over from the dancefloor to the late-night atmosphere of the main room, the latest release on Diversions Music, 'Kilamba' by Oxia & Dorian Craft, stands tall. It is not just a track, it is an experience. Since its release back in April, it has steadily been gaining ground, weaving its way into a distinctive niche within the melodic house and techno scene, holding its audience spellbound.

SOHN, CamelPhat, Mind Against 'Turning Stones' on When Stars Align / The Nations

Thu, 04 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

SOHN and CamelPhat's 'Turning Stones' is a record with a heavy atmosphere. Floating vocal bits, gentle keys and a rolling groove give it a romantic feeling that sits nicely between the electronic worlds of all three artists involved.

Now Mind Against have stepped in with their own take, giving the original a wider, more cinematic feel. The remix opens with SOHN's vocal, lets the emotional weight of the track breathe, then drops into a deeper, hypnotic groove that locks in for the long run. It's the kind of remix that understands the mood of the original but makes it work on a bigger floor.

Released on May 10th, the package lands via When Stars Align / The Nations. This marks the first joint release for SOHN, CamelPhat and Mind Against on the label since Spiritual Milk (The Remixes Pt. 3) back in April.

Samer Soltan 'How You Feel' on Anims

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Some singles feel like a slow sunrise; this remix is the moment the sun actually breaks the horizon.

Emanuel Satie & Maga's remix of "How You Feel" takes Samer Soltan's original into deeper, more hypnotic territory. The remix builds off the lush and melodic original, adding a steady pulse that feels both club-focused and introspective. Satie and Maga are masters of that balance: heads-down energy with a warm, cinematic undercurrent.

It's easy to see why Tim Engelhardt included it in his "Open Doors" chart this week. The remix breathes, allowing space for the vocals and melodies to rise, then pushes forward with a groove that never feels rushed.

Out now on Anims.

Arude 'Who You Are' on When Stars Align

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

There's a quiet majesty to a record that waits.

Innumerable productions lose their sparkle in the chase for instant gratification, but every now and then a track comes along that feels like it was *meant* for a specific moment, one that you don't fully understand until you're standing in it.

Arude's 'Who You Are' is one of those records. Released May 17th via When Stars Align, it carries a patience that feels almost architectural, not as something to simply play, but to *enter*. It breathes with the kind of melodic house architecture that doesn't need to shout; it simply *exists* in the space it creates.

Innellea clearly felt it too, picking it up for his 'Kiss Me Hard' Remix Charts on June 28th is all the confirmation you need that this isn't just another Beatport filler.

But let's not get it twisted: this is not background music. It's not 'chill-out' playlist fodder. This is deep, swirling, emotive terrain with a pulse, the kind that commands a proper sound system and a room that knows how to listen.

Mili, Hoomance 'Morena' on Human By Default

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Mili and Hoomance bring smooth, sun-kissed Afro house warmth to Human By Default with 'Morena', out May 17th.

Bedouin have clearly been feeling this one, adding it to their Playlist of the Week on June 27th and holding it close for peak-time sets. With rolling percussion, warm bass and a hypnotic vocal hook, 'Morena' has all the makings of a slow-burning favourite for the summer months ahead.

Human By Default continues to build a reputation for music that balances raw groove with emotional depth, and 'Morena' is another strong addition to that vision.

Birds of Mind, Ramyen, Juliann 'Long Kiss Goodnight' on Knee Deep In Sound

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0000

The Hot Since 82 KDIS 10 Year chart special on Beatport has landed, and it features the recent Knee Deep In Sound cut from Birds of Mind, Ramyen and Juliann, Long Kiss Goodnight.

The track, which came out in June, has that deep, mysterious Afro-house pull that works in the small hours. The trio blend rolling percussion with eerie vocal textures and a bassline that keeps its cool throughout. It locks in, then opens out.

Long Kiss Goodnight arrived as Knee Deep's thirteenth release of the year on Beatport, just ahead of the label's fourteenth, which tells you the rate these guys are moving. It's also the first time we've seen Birds of Mind, Ramyen and Juliann on the imprint, having last spotted them on Get Physical Music in May.

SCRIPT 'On The Low' on Afterlife Records

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Afterlife Records delivers another fine, airy cut with SCRIPT's 'On The Low' (Extended Mix), the label's fifth release of 2024 on Beatport.

The release comes at a special time of the year, arriving on the summer solstice (June 21). It offers melodic house and techno that shines most in the mild night. SCRIPT's sounds shine best in the early light.

Right now, in Berlin, a waning half moon glides behind light wind and heavy rain. A mild summer night in full swing. SCRIPT captures this feeling: late sunset, early light, the last hours of a long night out.

ARTBAT has already charted it on Beatport (PULL OUT, June 25), a solid sign of where this one is heading.

SCRIPT first appeared in the desk's records with a release on Sofa Sound in May 2023. Now, the artist steps onto Afterlife with a careful, extended arrangement that breathes. No rush. Just rolling textures and a low-lit pulse.

The extended mix opens with a soft, filtered chord, then builds through subtle layers. The drums stay tight, the pads open up slowly, and a melancholic vocal hook drifts in and out, never overstaying its welcome.

This is one for the afterhours, for the floor when the lights come up but nobody wants to leave.

WhoMadeWho, Blue Hawaii, Innellea 'Kiss Me Hard' on The Moment

Sun, 30 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

WhoMadeWho, Blue Hawaii and Innellea have collaborated on 'Kiss Me Hard', a sleek, late-night burner on The Moment.

The original is a taut fusion of shimmering synth stabs, rubbery bass and ghostly vocal fragments, cut with a tense, afterhours momentum that refuses to break. It's dance music for the liminal hours, all restraint and friction.

Innellea's remix leans further into peak-time urgency, stretching the groove into a rolling, hypnotic surge with extra weight. His version is built for big rooms and long nights, and it's out now as the latest single from The Moment.

This marks the second collaboration between the trio, following their previous link-up in May.

Loup Musa 'Waza' on Make The Girls Dance Records

Sun, 30 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Loup Musa's 'Waza' is a fresh Afro House production on Make The Girls Dance Records, charted by HUGEL.

The release carries a rolling percussive pulse, warm bass and vocal chops that keep the floor moving with a sunrise-to-sundown feel.

The Extended Mix stretches the groove for the club, giving DJs room to blend and ride the energy. This one's been sitting in HUGEL's recent chart, which should put it on the radar for those chasing summer heat.

Claude Monnet 'From The G' on Made In Miami

Sun, 30 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Sabo picks it for his Summer Solstice Chart, and you can hear exactly why. 'From The G' is Afro House, but it's not just one thing. It moves through light percussive textures, warm pads and a bassline that doesn't need to show off.

Claude Monnet keeps the arrangement open, letting the elements breathe. There is space between the hits, and that space is the point. The track comes alive when the kick drops and the percussion starts to layer, but there is a restraint here that makes it work in both day and night settings.

Out now on Made In Miami. Listen above.

Losless, ARTBAT, KAS:ST 'Pull Out' on UPPERGROUND

Sat, 29 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

UPPERGROUND's summer starts here. Losless, ARTBAT and KAS:ST land on the label for the first time since February's 'Take Off' with 'Pull Out', a record that slides straight into that late-night, wide-open melodic space.

It's a tool for big rooms and open-air moments, with tension stacked high before the drop lets go. ARTBAT clearly feel it, they've already charted it in their sets, and it's easy to hear why. The kind of track that works best when the floor is locked in.

This is UPPERGROUND's fourth release of 2024 on Beatport so far, and it keeps the label's run tight, focused, and aimed squarely at the peak.

OIO 'I Know' on Mobilee Records

Sat, 29 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

OIO keeps things tasteful on 'I Know', out May 24th through Mobilee. The American artist's new EP lands with a two track package that flips between light and shade in that classic Mobilee way.

The title track is built around rolling percussion and a melodic pulse that stays close to the chest. It feels designed for the right moment in the night, when the floor is locked in and subtlety does more than volume.

"I Know" has a strong late-night feel, a certain kind of room that's starting to get properly deep. Rodriguez Jr. Clearly heard that too, as he's already charted the record for his Calypso Charts series at the start of June.

It's a considered, restrained record with an effortless touch.

John Summit, HAYLA 'Shiver' on Experts Only

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Here we go again. John Summit and HAYLA's 'Shiver' gets the Cassian treatment, with an extended remix that steps out from the shadow of the original and makes a case for the dancefloor all over again.

Released on May 24th, the Cassian Extended Remix arrives via Experts Only, with catalog EO038D. It's melodic house and techno, but with Cassian's fingerprints all over the structure, letting the tension build patiently before letting the drop breathe. The remix has already made its way into John Summit's own 'Summit's Summer Heaters' chart, dated May 27th.

Cassian's Extended Remix of 'Shiver' is the 11th release on Experts Only in 2024 on Beatport, out of the 12 the label has put out so far this year, as of June 30th. For John Summit and HAYLA, it's their first Experts Only release since 'Go Back' on May 16th, an eight day gap between releases on the label.

Hicky & Kalo 'Gateway' on Warung Recordings

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

We wrap up the last week of June in Ibiza and Mykonos with the long evening light, early light, and a waning half moon.

In our new summer music review section we feature Hicky & Kalo's 'Gateway' (Extended Mix) on Warung Recordings, which was released on 29 March 2024 as the label's second of three 2024 releases on Beatport up to 30 June 2024, and was charted by Nhii in his Summer Vibes chart on 31 May.

This is a true Organic House track, with calming waves of sound, hypnotic and mystic voices, and an hypnotic groove that carries the listener to distant shores.

The track was the duo's first release on Warung Recordings in the desk's records, after their last appearance on Plaisirs Sonores Records in February 2024 for the Luminous Path Remixes.

Låpsley, Franky Wah 'Stolen Glances (feat. Låpsley)' on SHÈN Recordings

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

With the summer solstice in Berlin, the sky is bright until late over the city. With a waning moon still faintly visible, Franky Wah and Låpsley drift out of the speakers to send a shiver up the spine. It could be the perfectly weighted bassline, or the airy vocals, but the late evening light outside seems to pulse with the melody. Låpsley's voice has long had that effect, weaving through heartbreak and euphoria with equal grace. Here, alongside Franky Wah's emotive, driving production, it glides over a bed of melancholic synths and rolling percussion. It is a track built for the in-between hours, the pause between sets, the first step into the night.

Xinobi 'Abracadabra' on On The Quiet Records

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Xinobi delivers 'Abracadabra' on his own On The Quiet Records, a release with enough melodic reach to pull at the heart of the dancefloor.

The track plays out like a slow burn. A steady groove builds, then the main melodic hook lands, light and spacious, taking its time before letting the rhythm carry it home.

This one has already found a fan in Fideles, who featured it in their See You In Dreams mix back in May.

There's something about 'Abracadabra' that feels both effortless and considered. It's music for late sets, for that moment when the floor is settled and the night has found its stride.

Dennis Ferrer, Danil Wright, Kasango 'Church Lady feat. Danil Wright' on Armada Music Albums

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

'Church Lady feat. Danil Wright' by Dennis Ferrer, Danil Wright, Kasango is out now on Armada Music Albums in Extended Mix. This track is part of Ten Walls' Summer Selection 2024, and was one of the highlights of his set.

This one leans into the classic Ferrer style of deep, driving house with Afro House touches. The vocals from Danil Wright give it a warm, soulful feel. Kasango's production adds that rolling, hypnotic rhythm that makes it work both in the club and on the terrace.

This is the first release from these artists on Armada Music Albums since 3 May 2024, when Chill Executive Officer (CEO), Vol. 31 (Selected by Maykel Piron) - Extended Versions came out.

Maz (BR), VXSION 'Amana' on Dawn Patrol Records

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

There's something about a record that feels like it's glowing from within, and Maz (BR) and VXSION's 'Amana' has that in spades. It arrived back in April on Dawn Patrol Records, but it's still making its rounds in all the right places, recently catching the attention of Bedouin, who featured it in their Playlist of the Week on June 27th, and Francis Mercier, who has been spinning it on his Yara radio show and including it in his Yuma Gorah chart.

'Amana' glides on a hypnotic, percussion-heavy Afro House groove. Warm, rolling basslines and delicate vocal textures create an atmosphere that feels both expansive and intimate. The production is deep and full of light, with layers that unfold slowly, rewarding close listening as much as it does the dancefloor.

Maz (BR) and VXSION have crafted a record that fits perfectly into the Dawn Patrol aesthetic: organic, soulful and inherently musical. It's no surprise that it's been embraced by selectors who gravitate towards that heady, sunset-to-sunrise sound. If you've been chasing that feeling of golden hour stretched into the night, this one's for you.

Renate, Presi On, Augusto Yepes 'Breathe In' on Rose Avenue

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

There's a moment at Circoloco when the last of the sunset sticks to your skin and the floor starts to move as one.

'Breathe In' is a Renate, Presi On, Augusto Yepes cut on Rose Avenue, out since May 24th, and it's been breathing heavy in the best possible way. The kind of track that doesn't need to shout. It opens the chest, lets the rhythm do the talking, and keeps things locked on that sweet spot between melting and moving.

Rose Avenue has been consistent all year. This is their seventh release of 2024 on Beatport, part of thirteen the label has put out up to June 30th. They've made space for melody and texture, and 'Breathe In' slides right in with its late-night currents and soft arpeggios.

For Renate, Presi On and Augusto Yepes, it's their first time on Rose Avenue in these parts, though their February release on Nervous Records, 'Cuarto Oscuro / BAQ Spicy', was already well loved.

Here's to the long light, the waning moon and the right records at the right time.

Adrian Schneider 'Reunion' on WAYU Records

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

It's a warm night on Mykonos, the air dry and clear with a fresh north wind. The long evening light is fading, and a waxing moon hangs low. You can feel it in the air, a gentle sense of reunion, of things coming back together under the same sky.

Adrian Schneider's "Reunion" is carried here into a new form by bawab on WAYU Records, WAYU101. The remix breathes with organic textures and a steady, warm pulse, the kind of track that unfolds slowly, like the evening itself.

Nhii has charted it in his Y Que Tengo Charts on June 21st.

Milk & Sugar 'Let the Sun Shine' on Milk & Sugar

Sun, 23 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

A summer-ready rework lands on Milk & Sugar as Joezi and Enzo Siffredi take on 'Let the Sun Shine', and the pair's Afro House pedigree is written all over it.

The Extended Sunset Mix does what it says on the tin. Warm percussion, rolling basslines and a groove built for golden hours. Joezi and Enzo Siffredi stretch the original out into a long, patient ride, pulling the track deeper into Afro House territory while keeping that uplifting vocal charge that made the original so effective.

It's the kind of record that makes sense the moment the sky starts changing colour.

blaktone 'Paris' on ATLANT

Sun, 23 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

A new blaktone track, 'Paris,' found a home in Solomun's set at Pacha this weekend, in the middle of Ibiza's longest days of the year.

The track, on ATLANT (catalogue ATL094), was released on 31 May 2024, mixing melodic house and techno signatures. It is the label's seventh release of 2024 on Beatport, of eight the label has put out so far this year. It's also blaktone's first release on ATLANT in our records, last appearing on Diynamic in December 2023 (Mixtape).

Estiva 'Fine Day' on Colorize (Enhanced)

Sun, 23 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Colorize (Enhanced) released 'Fine Day' by Estiva on 12 April 2024.

The latest release from Colorize (Enhanced) has been out since 12 April, with Estiva's 'Fine Day' available in Original Mix and Extended Mix versions.

As a single, the release includes one original track and an extended mix. The full extended mix was released on 12 April, and the full original version of 'Fine Day' was also made available on the same day.

Estiva has featured on the Colorize (Enhanced) label, which is an imprint of Enhanced Music, on previous occasions. This is the 28th release on Colorize (Enhanced) in 2024, and follows 'Undercover Romance / Around You', which was released on 2 February 2024.

The track has been charted by Cristoph on 7 May 2024.

Sébastien Léger 'Nations' on Lost Miracle

Sun, 23 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

On his latest Lost Miracle outing, Sébastien Léger's "Nations" pulls together shimmering textures and subtle energy shifts for a cut that works best at extended moments in the set.

The release landed in early April as part of a run of catalogue activity on the label, marking the third 2024 Beatport outing for Lost Miracle and Léger's first return to the imprint since his March Kasiope Pt. 1.

The single is currently in his DJ chart (Panko Day !, 9 Jun), indicating the track is a current point of focus in his selections. With its patient build and refined palette, it continues the producer's recent pattern of releasing individual, standalone club tools designed for longer mix situations.

Nhii, HARJI, Mat Brooker 'Y Que Tengo' on One Tribe Records

Sat, 22 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Just in time for the summer solstice, One Tribe Records brings us 'Y Que Tengo' by Nhii, HARJI and Mat Brooker.

Out on June 21st, this Afro House cut is a warm, grooving record with rich percussion and flowing vocals, holding a hypnotic energy that suits the longest days of the year.

Nhii, HARJI and Mat Brooker join forces for the release, which is out now on One Tribe Records.

Tito Azevedo, Mrqz 'Borderline' on Sanctuary Music

Sat, 22 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Sanctuary Music's sixth release is 'Borderline' from Tito Azevedo and Mrqz, with a remix from Mila Journée.

The original is a peak-time affair, built around an elastic synth line that winds through the mix and tension that keeps the pressure on. Azevedo and Mrqz bring that European melodic sound with plenty of drive, sitting comfortably alongside the label's vision.

On remix duties, Mila Journée takes it deeper. She strips things back, lets the groove breathe and adds a hypnotic layer that works its way under the skin. The result is a version that feels more patient, more nocturnal, built for the later hours when the floor is locked in.

The release has already caught attention from Fideles, who featured the original in their 'See You In Dreams' mix back in May.

Marco V, Thomas Newson 'CIDOLEM' on Epic247 Recordings

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Marco V and Thomas Newson release new melodic house and techno effort "CIDOLEM" on Epic247 Recordings.

Marco V and Thomas Newson are on hand with a new record which is out on Epic247 Recordings. The release, "CIDOLEM," is in stores now and has just been included in Thomas Newson's latest chart.

"CIDOLEM" is a melodic house and techno record with a long, spacious breakdown, dark undertones and a stomping beat. There's a strong synth lead that grows through the track and works nicely alongside the groove. The production keeps its feet in the club while the melodic elements glide above the beat. The extended mix gives plenty of room for the tune to breathe and build over time in a mix.

The single is already gaining attention, with Newson charting it soon after release.

Bákayan 'Mujer Inalcanzable' on Sounds Of Khemit

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

With the release of Sounds Of Khemit SOK029, we present 'Mujer Inalcanzable' by Bákayan, featuring a remix from Goyanu.

If you're chasing those sunset feelings, this one does the job. Organic house meets a certain lightness of touch, and the result feels both grounded and floating at the same time.

The original brings warmth and depth, but the Goyanu remix takes things further into the night. More shape, more shadow, more dancefloor intention.

This is the kind of record that works when the light is low and the energy is rising. Sounds Of Khemit continues to deliver music with roots and atmosphere.

SOK029 follows the label's steady flow of 2024 releases, adding another chapter to what has been a consistent year of organic sounds.

Salif Keita, Cesaria Evora, MoBlack, Franc Fala, Benja (NL) 'Yamore' on Universal Music Division Decca Records France

Sun, 16 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

In case you missed the memo, Salif Keita and Cesaria Evora's 'Yamore' has been given a proper reworking by MoBlack, Franc Fala and Benja (NL). The result is something that brings a fresh wave of energy to the classic track.

The extended mix, released June 7th via Universal Music Division Decca Records France, takes the original's emotional resonance and layers it with a deep, hypnotic Afro House groove. It's respectful yet forward-thinking, keeping the power of Keita's vocals and Evora's presence at the heart of the record while the production adds a new kind of momentum.

The track has already found strong support, with Francis Mercier spinning it in his Yara radio show on June 13th. For fans of Afro House and those who appreciate a thoughtful rework, this is one to watch as the summer season continues to unfold.

Francis Mercier, Frigid Armadillo, Luedji Luna 'Yara' on Deep Root Tribe

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Francis Mercier links with Frigid Armadillo and Luedji Luna for a new single on Deep Root Tribe.

'Yara' is an Afro House track with a sense of mystery. The production is built on a driving rhythm and warm percussion, while Luedji Luna's vocals glide over the top with poise. The Extended Mix stretches things out further, giving the elements room to breathe and the groove space to lock in. Expect a track that works as well on a big sound system as it does in headphones.

The release marks the trio's first together on Deep Root Tribe since May 17, when Imamou landed. It's the label's 14th release of 2024 on Beatport, up to June 16.

Memo Rex 'Vulcan' on Sol Selectas

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Where to begin? Memo Rex's "Vulcan" is a piece of organic house with a tribal soul, out on Sol Selectas, catalog number SOL113. It came out on the third of May this year and is still finding its way into the right sets and the right moments. Sabo, for instance, slotted it into his Walking into Summer Chart on the fifth of May, and it makes sense there, something that unfolds slowly, with the sun still up or the evening just starting to lean into darkness.

This is the kind of track that carries a little heat in its chest. The drums don't rush, they pulse, with a depth that feels primal, almost ceremonial. There's a low, hypnotic vocal line that circles around the percussion, and while it never quite lets go of its grounding rhythm, it breathes. It feels like a memory of a ceremony, updated for a floor that understands patience.

Memo Rex's first Sol Selectas appearance this year was back in February with a contribution to the label's Global Entry 5 compilation, so this standalone single marks a welcome return. And with Sol Selectas continuing its steady 2024 output, "Vulcan" feels like a key piece in that puzzle, a track that knows exactly what it is: patient, powerful, and deeply rooted.

Fabian Krooss 'Papilio' on Sounds Of Khemit

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Sounds Of Khemit serves up a gorgeous remix package for Fabian Krooss's 'Papilio', with the Olivan Remix rising to the top of the pile.

The original is a delicate, organic house cut full of air and texture. Olivan's take steps forward and wraps it in a warmer, dusk-touched glow. Big rolling drums and a rounded bassline push it into the kind of late-night terrace territory that feels both weightless and grounded at the same time. The melodies breathe, the arrangement unfolds with real patience and the percussion shimmers in a way that's hard to fake.

Label Sounds Of Khemit has been quietly building a reputation for forward-thinking selections and their latest release follows that path.

'Papilio' is out now.

Nicone, Dirty Doering, Odara Sol 'Last Exit Space' on KATERMUKKE

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

'Last Exit Space' is the new release from Nicone, Dirty Doering and Odara Sol, with a Hyenah Remix, out on KATERMUKKE on May 24th.

It's the first release on the label for Nicone, Dirty Doering and Odara Sol since their 'Moonchild (Club Edit)' in late March, marking a gap of about two months. KATERMUKKE's 10th release of the year on Beatport, it's one of 12 the label has put out in 2024 to date.

The track has already gained support from Hyenah, who included it in his Ready For Summer chart on May 23rd.

Nathan Katz 'Dreamland' on All Day I Dream

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

It's been a few months since Nathan Katz last appeared on All Day I Dream, but he's right at home again with the gentle, organic house feels of 'Dreamland'.

There's a nostalgic, sunset-soaked quality to this one. The groove is soft and steady, with hand percussion and a slow-burn bassline that opens up into airy pads and a melody that feels both hopeful and a little melancholy. It's proper All Day I Dream territory, music made for golden hour terraces and late-night garden parties.

The label's been building its 2024 discography carefully, and 'Dreamland' arrives as its third Beatport release of the year, joining a run of five label drops heading into mid-June. For Nathan Katz, this is a return to a home label of sorts, following his contribution to A Winter Sampler VI in late January.

Lost Desert has already charted the track for May, and it's easy to hear why. There's an ease to how this one floats, unhurried and full of atmosphere.

Ziger 'Adapt' on Sudbeat Music

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Ziger lands on Sudbeat Music this May with a fresh progressive house drop, the new 'Adapt', and it's already turning heads in the sets of the big players.

The release marks Ziger's first appearance on the label since July 2019, when he featured on Sudbeat Showcrates 6. A notable return for the artist, 'Adapt' arrives as Sudbeat's eighth Beatport release of 2024, from a total of ten the label has put out so far this year.

Cristoph picked it up and included it in his FaCet 3 Chart on May 30th, a solid sign of the track's pull on the dance floor. With its deep currents and carefully stacked layers, 'Adapt' fits neatly into that progressive sweet spot between hypnotic and driving.

Shimza, Rachel Chinouriri 'Parachute' on Helix Records

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Helix Records continues to drop some of the finest Afro House on the market. And for the 130th release of 2024 on the label's Beatport account, they've enlisted a pairing we didn't know we needed.

'Parachute' sees Shimza and Rachel Chinouriri locking in for some pure, soul-soaked energy. It's warm, deep and emotive, with a gentle push that makes it work for both the sweaty late-night floors and those golden-hour sets.

Already picked up by Francis Mercier and Da Capo, this one has the right kind of momentum. 'Parachute' comes with an Extended Mix that stretches the groove out nicely.

For Shimza and Rachel Chinouriri, this is their first release together on Helix Records since March 2024's 'Darling (Extended Mix)', and it's a welcome return.

Adam Port, Keinemusik, Stryv, Malachiii 'Move (feat. Malachiii)' on Keinemusik

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Adam Port's 'Move' is still moving, delivering the standout vocal house record of the summer. The release on his own Keinemusik with Stryv and Malachiii is a pure summer record, cruising on a low-slung groove and Malachiii's direct, catchy vocal hook.

It's not hard to understand why. The same magic that goes into every Keinemusik release is all over it. Adam Port and Stryv's intricate production work with a high vocal line from Malachiii that calls for movement, bringing to mind the ease of old-school vocal house. As a release, it flows, impressing again the Berlin crew's

More of the summer's key records tend to land with the kind of seamless, no-nonsense groove that 'Move' brings. Adam Port has been living with this one for a while, and it shows. Malachiii's vocal is unforgettable, loaded with melody, carrying all the feeling it needs without overselling it. The low-slung, playful energy is exactly what DC-10 needs this season.

It's already one of the year's hottest records for Adam Port, and across Keinemusik's clubland dominance; a singular record that connects with dancers wherever it lands.

Sébastien Léger, Roy Rosenfeld 'Panko Day' on Lost Miracle

Sat, 08 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Sébastien Léger and Roy Rosenfeld deliver the latest Lost Miracle release, 'Panko Day'. A robust and immersive production that locks in an Afro house groove with hypnotic repetition and striking detail.

Built around warm organic percussion, a deep subby bassline and swirling textures, the track expands patiently. Synthetic flourishes and airy vocal fragments drift in and out, while the rhythm section remains the engine throughout. The Extended Mix gives it room to breathe, allowing the peak-time energy to develop slowly.

It marks another key release on Lost Miracle in 2024, the fifth the label has put out this year.

Sébastien Léger has charted it as his new favourite, with Roy Rosenfeld also supporting.

&lez, Robin M 'Nija' on Ulu Records

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Ulu Records has had a strong run of Afro House releases, and the label is keeping the energy going with a new collaboration from &lez and Robin M.

'Nija' is built on rolling percussion, warm bass and a sense of ritual. It's unhurried, deep and textural, the kind of record that works in the quiet hours of a long set when the floor has settled into a groove. The track sits somewhere between the spiritual pull of classic Afro House and the modern production clarity that defines the sound's current wave.

The release has already found support from Adriatique, who included it in their Changing Colors chart, and Fideles, who picked it up for their See You In Dreams selection.

Soubeiran, Moon J 'My Touch' on Tortuga

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Soubeiran and Moon J land on Tortuga with 'My Touch', a fresh Afro House cut that's already doing damage in the right sets.

The record arrives just in time for the summer. Charted by Hyenah for his 'Ready For Summer' playlist last month, it's got that open-air warmth and rolling groove that works from day to night.

"My Touch" glides on warm percussion and hypnotic vocal chants, with a deep bassline that keeps the floor locked. It's the kind of track that doesn't need to force the moment, it just builds it.

Tortuga continue their steady run of club-ready Afro House with this one. TT030 feels like the label in full stride.

Djolee 'Horcrux' on Rummel

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Berlin based label Rummel continues its roll with the release of its next solo EP, led by co-founder Djolee. Three tracks here, each one with its own mood, cast across what the label calls "the full spectrum of his eclectic sound."

Across 'Horcrux' you get complex percussion, shadowed atmospheres and melodies that lock in and hold. This is music built around hypnosis, the kind that turns a room into something else entirely.

The EP has already drawn early support from Nhii, who featured it in his Summer Vibes mix, and Fideles, who picked it up for See You In Dreams. Both landed at the end of May.

Rummel's description says it best: "With a mixture of complex percussions, dark atmospheres, and hypnotic melodies, this pack will cast a spell on any dancefloor."

Yotam Avni, Yulia Niko 'Higher' on Armada Music

Sun, 09 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

The latest release on Armada Music sees Yotam Avni and Yulia Niko team up for 'Higher', with a remix from Emanuel Satie taking the track into deeper territories.

Avni and Niko's original is a melodic house and techno cut with soaring vocals, while Satie's extended remix adds extra layers of percussion and rolling synth sequences. The single was released on May 10th, but the remix has been causing a stir in recent weeks with chart placements from Bhaskar and Niko herself.

The release marks the 140th single from Armada Music on Beatport this year. Avni and Niko last collaborated with a remix of 'Exito' in April.

Hyenah, DJ Tira, Nitefreak, Luke Ntombela 'Ezizweni' on Sondela Recordings Ltd

Sun, 09 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

A new remix has landed on Sondela Recordings from Nitefreak, and it's one for the Afro House heads. Nitefreak steps up to rework the collaborative track 'Ezizweni', a record that brings together Hyenah, DJ Tira and Luke Ntombela for an original that already has plenty of weight behind it.

The Nitefreak Extended Remix leans into rolling percussion, hypnotic vocal layers and a groove that carries real depth, keeping the spirit of the original intact while pushing it firmly towards peak-time floors. It's a mix that balances warm, organic textures with the kind of drive that works well in open-air settings and club rooms alike.

Since its release, the original has picked up notable support, with Hyenah featuring it in his 'Ready For Summer' roundup on 23 May and Francis Mercier including it in his 'The Yuma Gorah Chart' on 7 May. This remix extends that run further, giving DJs a fresh angle on a track that's already been making moves across the scene.

Trikk 'Luxo' on Innervisions

Sat, 08 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

As we drift into the weekend, there's a new Trikk record to get acquainted with. 'Luxo' arrived on the artist's recent EP of the same name, released via Innervisions, and it's the sort of thing that makes you want to stay indoors and let the music do its thing. Out since May 3rd, the release has been quietly picking up momentum, with cuts from the EP making their way into sets from Frankey & Sandrino and Enamour.

Fulltone 'Alba' on All Day I Dream

Fri, 07 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Fulltone, Alba (All Day I Dream) 17 May 2024 Organic House

Fulltone returns to All Day I Dream with 'Alba', an organic house cut that leans deep into the label's signature blend of organic textures and dreamy melodies.

The track glides on warm percussion and airy pads, building with a gentle but persistent momentum. It feels like a sunrise set moment, the kind of record that works when the dancefloor is still gathering and the energy is soft but expectant.

This is Fulltone's first release on All Day I Dream since January 2023's A Winter Sampler V, a gap of roughly 16 months. It arrives as the label's fourth release of 2024 on Beatport, keeping the imprint's steady roll going.

Lost Desert, a key figure in the label's orbit, has already charted the record in his May 2024 chart, which suggests it's finding its way into the right sets.

Layton Giordani, Anyma (ofc), Loofy 'Last Night' on Nervous Records

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Layton Giordani, Anyma (ofc), Loofy - Last Night; is out now on Nervous Records. Label: Nervous Records. Catalog: NER26719. Release date: 17 May 2024. Genre: Melodic House & Techno.

Anyma x Layton Giordani Extended Remix.

Charted by Thomas Newson (Cidolem Chart, 2 Jun) & Fideles (See You In Dreams, 24 May). This is Layton Giordani, Anyma (ofc), Loofy's first release on Nervous Records since 21 December 2023 (Nervous Rewind 2023), a gap of about five months.

Nervous Records has released this record on Beatport; it is the label's 106th release of 2024 on Beatport, of 124 the label has put out this year up to 9 June 2024.

Pambouk 'Hidden Faces' on Hoomidaas

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Diving into the organic house scene, Pambouk delivers 'Hidden Faces' on Hoomidaas.

Pambouk's first release on the label since July 2023, 'Hidden Faces' arrives as the fifth Hoomidaas release of 2024. The track has already received support from Sébastien Léger and Roy Rosenfeld, who charted it as their Panko Day! Selection in early June.

'Hidden Faces' is a smooth, deep cut that rolls with organic percussion, dreamy pads and a hypnotic groove. It's a track that feels right at home in the golden hour, whether you're on a terrace in Mykonos or deep in a Lisbon after-hours.

Okey, Orsay 'Natura' on Deep Root Tribe

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Deep Root Tribe continues its 2024 run with Okey & Orsay's 'Natura' (Extended Mix). It's the label's 10th release of the year, and it carries that Afro-house warmth they've been cultivating.

'Natura' works a gentle, rolling rhythm with organic percussion and airy pads, building a patient, hypnotic groove that feels designed for open-air sets and late-morning floors. There's a meditative quality to it, no big drops, just steady, sunlit momentum.

The track has already drawn support from Adriatique and Francis Mercier, both of whom have been charting it. If you're after something that balances depth and dancefloor readiness, this should slot in neatly.

Emi CA, Facucio 'Shoganai' on MNL

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Emi CA and Facucio make their debut on MNL with Shoganai, a warm, rolling slice of progressive house that's been picked up by Sebastien Leger in his recent Panko Day ! Mix.

Over on SLC-6 Music they last saw release with Hot Powder in May 2024, but here the focus is firmly on the deeper end of the spectrum. It's a cut built for the early hours, when the floor is thinning out and the DJ can really take the room on a journey. The rhythmic core is steady and hypnotic, while the melodies drift in and out with a nostalgic touch that feels natural rather than forced.

MNL continues its strong 2024 with this latest single, one of several the label has released this year, keeping its run going.

Sebastien Leger's support on this one could push it further into the wider progressive circuit. Either way, it's another smooth record for the after-hours set.

Moeaike 'Bo Bom' on Madorasindahouse Records

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Moeaike delivers 'Bo Bom', a fresh afro house cut that carries pure open-air energy.

As remixed by Alan Dixon, the track keeps its rolling tribal drums and warm, hypnotic vocal loop. The arrangement opens up with spacious pads and a live percussion feel, adding extra bounce for the dancefloor while the source material works its magic.

Supports on this one arrived from Adam Port, Fideles and Hyenah across recent weeks, indicating how strong it's been landing across the afro house circuit. Alan Dixon has placed this into deeper, dubby territories, without losing the vibe of the original.

Out May 24th on Madorasindahouse Records.