In 2025, rising Afro House talent DJ Hydra has firmly cemented his place as one of the genre’s most compelling new artists, earning support from the industry’s biggest players, landing releases on tastemaker labels, climbing download charts, and securing a Hong Kong residency to crown a landmark year. DJ Hydra has spent years refining his... Read more »

SEBS & Sohail debut on Nicole Moudaber’s MoodCollective with single ‘Nah’, releasing 12th December 2025 and closing out the MOOD sublabel’s year. A party-starting cut built around a rolling groove and an infectious rap vocal, primed to ignite dancefloors worldwide. “When I first made this idea, I instantly had a good feeling about it. I... Read more »

Berlin-based techno innovator Simina Grigoriu returns to OFF Recordings with ‘Ascended Masters’, a powerful two-track EP that distils her signature blend of hypnotic precision and kinetic energy. Dropping December 12, the release marks her final offering of the year, and a striking conclusion to a prolific run that has included standout releases on Drumcode Ltd.,... Read more »

Budakid and his label Flores present the follow-up remix of Milio’s track ‘Erosie’ that was released last month. Adding another layer of brilliance, Gregor Tresher reimagines ‘Erosie’ into a powerful club weapon. Fresh off his recent album release, Gregor injects the track with his signature melodic techno mastery. Emotional, hypnotic, and irresistibly addictive. His remix... Read more »

Huxley, whose real name is Michael Dodman, is a prominent DJ and producer hailing from the UK, known for his versatile and dynamic contributions to the house music scene. Born and raised in Tring, Hertfordshire, he has carved out a distinctive niche over the past decade by effortlessly blending various styles, including main room house,... Read more »

US-based DJ and producer Hrag Beko returns to Junior Jack’s Adesso Music on December 12 with his sophomore release on the label, ‘Let Me Tell You’. The track hits hard right from the off, with rolling textures and off-kilter synths locking dancers into a no-nonsense, heads-down groove. Lush gospel vocals elevate the energy with an... Read more »

A fiercely independent artist, with a focus on releasing via Bandcamp, Romanian producer Gojnea76 has pioneered a new sub-genre with his unlikely marriage of styles, creating what has been described as a logical progression of house music. As the head of party/label series FUEL, Gojnea76 continues to expand on his label’s already progressive and inventive... Read more »

Following his debut appearance on HABITAT in 2024 with his standout ‘My Eyes Are Failing’ remix, Echonomist returns to serve up his ‘Dominator’ EP – a five-track release that captures the Greek artist’s unmistakable tension, groove, and analogue character, paired with high-caliber remixes from Fango and Toto Chiavetta. With previous releases on Innervisions, Exit Strategy,... Read more »

Dutch producer Thom Rich, known for his releases on Manual Music, 90watts, and Strange Town Recordings, debuts with Mister Monsieur on Polyptych. This release blends refined melodic progression with deep emotional energy. The original mix unfolds with rich layers, subtle groove, and harmonic flow, capturing the essence of modern progressive house. On remix duties, Boss... Read more »

AUTOFLOWER returns with a full-throttle rework of another Paffendorf classic, ‘Allnight,’ injecting modern club power into its old-school DNA. The remix pushes harder on all fronts: heavier low end, brighter peaks, and that unmistakable AUTOFLOWER intensity running through every bar. Built for maximum dancefloor impact, this new interpretation transforms a nostalgic anthem into a peak-time... Read more »

Matthias Meyer is finally back on his label Strangely Enough, returning with a beautifully refined new release. ‘Bits The Dust’ captures the quiet beauty of late autumn turning into winter, built around a warm rolling groove, subtle melodic fragments and the reflective calm that defines this time of year. The track unfolds with Meyer’s signature... Read more »

Kora’s imprint Saisons Musique returns with its most ambitious project to date: Ensemble III, a monumental compilation featuring 19 Montreal artists, each contributing to a rich sonic portrait of a city whose underground pulse continues to resonate worldwide. Built with intention, care, and deep reverence for its community, Ensemble III captures the essence of Montreal’s... Read more »

Alan Dixon opens a bold new chapter with the launch of his freshly minted imprint Hotline Records, in collaboration with Max Menaged, and they do so in emphatic fashion. Teaming up with matteomie, and Fraser Jones, they unveil ‘The Light’, a richly layered collaboration that captures attention from the very first beat and sets a... Read more »

DJ Hell is more than just a musician – he is a cultural force that connects club culture with fashion and art. Since the 1980s, Hell has not only been a style-defining figure with groundbreaking influence within the electronic music scene, but has also become a key figure and icon in the field of tension... Read more »

In a landmark collaboration that collides two seismic moments in British music and bridges generations in one explosive track, DJ and producer Fatboy Slim joins forces with UK music royalty The Rolling Stones on ‘Satisfaction Skank’, released through Southern Fried Records and ABKCO Records. Long considered one of the most iconic “unreleased” tracks in dance music, this legendary mashup, built from two of... Read more »

Sacha Robotti unlocks the next chapter of ‘I, Robotti’ with ‘Manifest,’ his latest single in collaboration with British stalwart SYREETA, Los Angeles-based producer and vocalist Mikey V, and legendary act Blakkat, out now as part of the Dirtybird’s 20th anniversary. A fusion of Robotti, SYREETA, Mikey V, and Blakkat’s distinct talents, ‘Manifest’ slips into a... Read more »

Octopus Recordings label boss SIAN reunites with Chicago powerhouse Hiroko Yamamura, presenting a razor-sharp techno weapon built for peak hours and dark rooms alike. ‘Set You Free’ rides a heavy, rolling low end, locking into tightly wound rhythms and a vocal hook that channels Yamamura’s Chicago roots while amplifying SIAN’s signature stripped-back, big-room precision. Raw,... Read more »

Over the past few months, Australian producer/DJ HARLEY GIRL has been steadily building anticipation for his latest body of work, ‘The Music,’ a high-energy, club-ready collection that cements his reputation as one of the most exciting new producers in Australia’s electronic scene. Following the release of four dancefloor weapons – ‘Gimme !,’ ‘The Music,’ ‘Turn... Read more »

Sound of Fractures (aka Jamie Reddington) is an artist challenging the very definition of a music release in the digital age. In a landscape defined by fleeting, 60-second attention spans, his work prompts a vital question: what is the true value of a music video? His latest project, ‘Scenes,’ is his most ambitious answer, moving... Read more »

SITARA & Rotoskop’s new single ‘Blue Snapper,’ released via electromantica, is a hypnotic blend of shimmering synthscapes, soulful vocals, and aching emotional undertones. It’s a track born from two histories: Sitara’s genre-fluid, globally infused songwriting and Rotoskop’s dark, melodic electronica shaped by punk, new wave, and cinematic minimalism. And just weeks later, the story deepens... Read more »

Berlin-based Australian musician and producer Declan McDermott steps forward with his debut EP for Delusions Of Grandeur, bringing a raw yet soulful sound that reflects his unique journey through disco, funk, and soul music. Having cut his teeth as a multi-instrumentalist before delving deep into house and club culture, Declan naturally fuses his live musical... Read more »

Domenic Williams is the founder of label Miles Away Records. His industry experience is wide – he’s worked his way up through the ranks at UK label Acid Jazz, to the BBC, and onto developing his own discerning reissue label. We sat down with Dom to get some insight into this thing we call the... Read more »

Latin Grammy nominee Jimena Angel returns to Yuksek’s Partyfine with a colourful new album of global grooves – ‘Aguacero. ’Cumbia, Latin electronica and pop hooks characterize this love-fueled and sunny sound. Jimena is a singer, producer, guitarist and DJ from Bogotá who has already put out three albums, several singles and picked up a Grammy... Read more »

Mumbai-based musician, producer, and DJ NATE08 returns to Needwant with his sophomore album ‘TWENTY SEVEN.’ He’s become a central figure in Mumbai’s thriving underground, working as a session bass player, live performer, and genre-spanning DJ. The album captures his full range: both organic and synthetic, smooth yet floor-ready, always driven by heartfelt groove. On the... Read more »

Vision Montreal returns this winter to celebrate a major milestone: its 10th edition, unfolding across four immersive days and nights in Montreal’s most iconic electronic music spaces — Stereo and Stereobar. Running from December 26, 2025 through January 2, 2026, this anniversary edition marks a true return to roots, reviving the beloved split-venue format that... Read more »

Ministry of Sound unveils the first wave of artists set to soundtrack its historic 35th Anniversary Programme, marking the beginning of a year-long celebration for one of electronic music’s most influential club institutions. The opening announcements preview a milestone moment for the London powerhouse as it prepares for its most transformative year yet. After 35... Read more »

After 23 editions in the Crans-Montana, Switzerland’s premiere mountaintop festival Caprices has announced that its flagship winter edition will now take place in Eggli, Gstaad. The move marks a considered new chapter, introducing new stages, and a refined production setup that utilises existing structures to enhance both sound, comfort, continuity, and experience. Perched high above the slopes, Eggli offers... Read more »

 CRSSD Festival has announced the lineup for its highly anticipated Spring 2026 edition, returning to San Diego’s Waterfront Park on March 14-15, 2026. Renowned as one of North America’s premier destinations for boundary-pushing electronic music, CRSSD curates a rare intersection of global icons, emerging innovators, and coastal California energy. Since its inception, CRSSD has built... Read more »

Cercle is proud to unveil the full lineup for the third edition of Cercle Festival at the National Air and Space Museum of France, now spanning three days, May 22–24, 2026. Set against the museum’s legendary aircraft and rockets, this edition promises an unprecedented fusion of cultural heritage, cutting-edge electronic music, and audiovisual artistry. Following... Read more »

SXM Festival returns to the breathtaking island of Saint Martin/Sint Maarten for its 2026 edition, bringing its signature blend of global talent, tropical energy, and world-class production back to the Caribbean. Following September’s first wave announcement, the festival now unveils its Phase Two lineup, completing a standout program for this year’s celebration. The newest additions... Read more »