‘Bad Bitches’ is the kind of weapon DJs slip into their bag for the perfect moment, and Barbara Nicole and Rework deliver exactly that on their Octopus Recordings debut. Built around a stripped-back groove, a rolling low-end, and a hefty dose of attitude, the track unfolds with patience before tightening its grip on the dancefloor.

Tongue-in-cheek vocal hooks ride on top of a low-slung swing, gradually pulling listeners deeper until the cut lands with full impact. It is playful, commanding, and equally suited to peak-time chaos or those late-night moments when the floor is locked into something hypnotic.

Barbara Nicole is bold, provocative, and impossible to ignore. The avant-garde singer-songwriter, producer, and DJ has carved out her own lane through releases on labels such as Siamese and Dirtybird, while building her own imprint, Good Crazy. Her artistry blends raw energy, sharp entrepreneurship, and a fearless approach that turns every set into a moment of pure freedom.

Rework, the long-running duo of Michael Kuebler and Daniel Varga, are veterans of the European underground. With landmark releases on Playhouse, Visionquest, Items & Things, and Soft Touch, they have shaped a distinctive sound that fuses icy minimal structures with catchy vocal hooks and a touch of dancefloor melancholy. Their pairing with Barbara Nicole feels both natural and inspired.

Octopus Recordings, founded by Sian in 2007, has long stood as one of techno’s most adventurous platforms. The Los Angeles based imprint thrives on bold ideas and unconventional energy, and welcoming Barbara Nicole and Rework into its catalogue feels right at home with that ethos.

You can now listen to the full premiere of ‘Bad Bitches’ exclusively on When We Dip Radio. Enjoy!

Release Date: May 29th, 2026. Buy Here

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