Fresh from the release of their ‘In Search For The Good’ EP we caught up with Mystic V & Peter Jericho for a chat. Léman Records co-owner Mystic V is a lover or diverse, cultured electronica. Fresh from a exclusive DJ mix from our friends at Slothboogie and the release of the wonderful ‘In Search For The Good’ EP (listen at the bottom of the interview) that features the vocals of Peter Jericho and has Atlantan legend Kai Alce on the remix, now is a good time to sit down with Mystic V & Pete for a chat about all things life, music and connections. Hey Mystic V, Peter Jericho, How’re yo ..read more

Blaze’s classic ‘Lovelee Dae’ gets two very different interpretations from Seth Troxler & Franck Roger as part of the ongoing Defected anniversary. West London label Slip ‘N’ Slide continues to refresh the classics as Seth Troxler and Franck Roger deliver remixes of the 1997 Blaze favourite ‘Lovelee Dae’. An iconic artist who needs little introduction, Seth Troxler’s name is synonymous with American house and techno of the last two decades, with his formative years in Detroit shaping his sound before moving to the techno capital of the world Berlin. His ventures as a label boss, and club o ..read more

Mexican talent Pahua is about to take over Razor-N-Tape with a host of remixes of her debut LP ‘Habita’. Pahua blazed her own solo path in 2020, developing her unique Latin electronic sound through a series of EPs that culminated in the release of her standout LP Habita in 2023. With millions of plays, this material established Pahua as an essential voice of modern alternative folk/pop in Latin America. This remix of ‘Espantapajaros’ by Quebec producer Poirier is the pick of the bunch so far that we’ve heard. Featuring the sultry vocals of La Perla, this flute-led groove is so grooving it ench ..read more

Spanish label Mate welcomes Rafa Santos and Franck Roger for a new deep house EP ‘Where Is The Clubbing?’. It is Rafa Santos who serves up the originals starting with ‘Where Is The Clubbing?’ which has depth but also drive – rich pads swirl about over the supple kicks and clipped vocals bring the soulful little hooks. French maestro Franck Roger remixes with a little more swing and a stripped-back, late-night feel that is sprinkled with cosmic dust. On the flip, ‘Smooth Jazz’ is just that over cuddly beats as star-gazing piano tinkles and sombre sax notes bring real class. ‘Don’t Fool Me’ shut ..read more

Released in April, these two offerings from ScruScru & Dwaal are real funky disco type edits worthy of checking out. Russian selector ScruScru joins forces with Cypriot funkster Dwaal for two offerings on Scruniversal. Following on from releases on labels like Slothboogie, Flat White and Talkbox, this is ScruScru at this best, the third installment in the Local Sugar Diggers Series and with Dwaal on board, we knew it would be fire. “Destination? Funk!” is a outrageously groovy edit with all the nuances of a classic funk/soul groove. Badman bass lines, funky flutes, afro vocals and rhythmic ..read more

Sonja Moonear, Raresh B2B Edward, Magda B2B Morgan, Satoshi Tomiie Live, Cabanne B2B Shaked, Ryan Elliott, Tijana T, and many more to spin in Malta. The highly anticipated debut of the Sunny Side Festival is just on the horizon! This groundbreaking music extravaganza will kick off on May 17th and continue through May 19th, set against the breathtaking backdrop of Malta. With a lineup boasting 49 artists, featuring globally acclaimed headliners like SONJA MOONEAR, SATOSHI TOMIIE LIVE, DYED SOUNDOROM, RYAN ELLIOTT, TIJANA T, TOMAS STATION, and DANA RUH, alongside exclusive back-to-back sets such ..read more

New generation French talent Romeo Louisa lands on Pont Neuf Records with his ‘Indigo Chronicles’ EP. Romeo Louisa hails from the French Riviera and draws inspiration from his environment and musical influences including jazz, funk, and soul. A relative newcomer to the house scene, he has studied production in London and collaborated with renowned artists such as Oden & Fatzo, Funk Cartel, and THEOS before releasing on labels including Shall Not Fade and Pont Neuf Records. With this EP, he delivers a unique take on house,  transporting listeners to the beautiful South of France Says t ..read more

The Blessed Madonna’s ‘Have Mercy’ drops on wax with MAW on the remix and additional tracks with Todd Edwards and Joy Anonymous. After a jam packed 2023, from Glastonbury to Sonar to Boiler Room Bali, The Blessed Madonna has been filling the dance floor everywhere she goes and is now releasing her Record Store Day exclusive vinyl with her favourite four tracks she has released over the last 12 months. The Have Mercy EP is the first time she has released her own music on physical product. The tracklist consists of highlights from the last 12 months and includes collaborations with Joy Anonymous ..read more

Craig Charles is back with another compilation of cool funk and soul numbers that make up the ‘Trunk Of Funk Volume 3’. In Craig Charles‘ own words ‘The Craig Charles Trunk Of Funk Volume 3’ features “19 of the finest slices of super slinky soul, boot shaking blues and boogie, dazzling discofied ditties and fine funky rump shakers!” As a lifelong soul boy, Craig Charles has been adding to his trunk of funk since his youth in Liverpool, going to see local heroes The Real Thing live, and wearing out his shoe leather dancing in the city’s many underground clubs. As a poet, actor, radio & tele ..read more

Hï Ibiza announces future facing lineups for Fisher and Vintage Culture’s 2024 residency. Hï Ibiza’s powerhouse Wednesday residents FISHER and Vintage Culture are back this summer with another masterfully curated season of guests at the World’s No. 1 Club. Grammy-nominated FISHER returns to the Theatre alongside top-tier guests from across the electronic spectrum on Wednesdays from 5 June – 2 Oct, while Brazil’s most famous house export Vintage Culture headlines the Club Room. FISHER has remained one of the most prominent names in dance music since his unthinkably huge hit ‘Losing It’ propelle ..read more