Unheard Music continues its journey of artistic freedom and underground expression with its second label release. Italian producer Malandra Jr. joins forces with Unheard label head pizzaaftersex to present ‘Your Retreat’, a track that captures the label’s commitment to music that is uncompromising, experimental, and charged with underground energy. Carefully crafted around a rolling house... Read more »

Today on When We Dip, we’re pleased to premiere ‘Under The Sun’, the new track from Amonita, taken from Secrets #10 on Plattenbank Records, the label curated by Guy Mantzur. Serving as the opening statement of the compilation Secrets #10, Under The Sun sets the emotional and sonic tone for the journey ahead. Amonita delivers... Read more »

A powerful new Afro House release arrives via My Other Side of the Moon as Joezi collaborates with Tayllor and the unmistakable Mr. V. The trio blends raw soul and rhythmic depth into ‘You’re Not Alone’, a track that strikes the perfect chord between drive and emotion. After making waves with ‘Butterfly Effect’, Joezi and Tayllor... Read more »

Following their widely-championed 2025 collaboration ‘111’, a standout of the summer season, JAMIIE and Ape Drums reconnect for ‘4ME’, a track born from long-distance sessions and a unique creative flow. Crafted via a partnership that thrives on spontaneity, with ideas bouncing seamlessly between Berlin and Miami, the result is a production that feels alive, organic,... Read more »

Supernova and II Faces come together for ‘Catch Your Light’, a collaborative EP that blends musical finesse with dancefloor impact. Italian mainstays Supernova have long had a refined, genre-fluid approach to house. They head up this vital label and always evolve their sound while staying true to their signature, with releases on respected labels and... Read more »

HEISENBERG presents ‘Dropout’, the latest single from label head Saktu. Setting the musical direction for the year ahead, ‘Dropout’ is built around a hypnotic groove and delicate, broken signal-like textures. Minimal House with soul, stripped-back yet detailed, the track unfolds gradually, drawing the listener in through rhythm and atmosphere. Saktu, a DJ, producer, and label... Read more »

Italian electronic producer Timelapse makes his debut on MAHOOL with ‘Memories,’ fusing deep melodic grooves with electrifying energy, crafted to hit hard on the dancefloor. Having built a reputation across respected digital imprints like Mind Against’s Habitat and Adriatique’s Siamese, Timelapse is steadily gaining attention. His signature sound design is defined by rich atmospherics and... Read more »

Dutch DJ/producer Boss Priester has built a name as a producer who operates with a ‘let the music speak’ ethos. Now based in The Hague, he has spent years crafting a distinctive sound that blends elements from minimal, house, and techno, releasing across respected labels including Ba Dum Tish, X-Kalay, Dungeon Meat, and his own... Read more »

Nōpi is an architect of deep sonic landscapes and one of the most distinctive voices in the contemporary electronic scene. Since emerging on the musical horizon in 2019, the project has rapidly evolved from a brilliant newcomer into a defining figure within the prestigious Anjunadeep, All Day I Dream, and Replug families. The Nōpi sound... Read more »

Oliver Koletzki continues his prolific run of form on Stil vor Talent with ‘Petrichor’, the third single taken from his forthcoming twelfth studio album ’12’. A solo Oliver Koletzki original and the album’s opening track, ‘Petrichor’ is out now worldwide, offering the most immersive and emotionally resonant glimpse yet into the world of Koletzki’s new... Read more »

DJ and producer Manuel Ribeca makes his debut on Milan label Motel Calypso with his new track ‘Traigo Mi Flow’, releasing on the 27th of February. Ribeca is known for delivering Tech House and Minimal tracks, driven by deep grooves and solid, club-focused energy. ‘Traigo Mi Flow’ is just that: a textured track, built on... Read more »

Surrrealism label boss EdOne returns to HABITAT with the ‘Show Me Love’ EP, following the release of his track ‘Madness Diary’ on the ‘METAFLORA III’ compilation in April 2025. ‘Show Me Love’ is a striking four-track EP that captures the full emotional range of his meticulously crafted sound. With multiple top ten Beatport chartings and... Read more »

‘Haaa!’ is Eli Fola at his most unfiltered. Built around percussive Yoruba rhythms, sharp electronic tension, and an explosive vocal release, the record captures that involuntary moment when ceremony turns into pure, physical joy. Less meditation, more ignition – ‘Haaa!’ channels the raw laughter of the dancefloor into something ritualistic yet rebellious. Arriving via Tech... Read more »

Celebrating a decade at the forefront of emotive, electronic music for the closed-eyed dancers, Sum Over Histories marks its 10-year anniversary with ‘Path Integral X’ – the label’s first compilation of 2026 and a milestone release with founders Frankey & Sandrino appearing for the first time. Spanning nine tracks from a carefully curated mix of... Read more »

Solomun delivers a composed reinterpretation of Nina Simone’s ‘Take Care Of Business,’ presenting the classic recording through a refined club lens while keeping the original vocal firmly in the foreground. Released via Verve Records as part of its celebratory Nina Simone remix series, the release contributes to a wider effort to revisit her catalog through... Read more »

On his ‘Dirpy Dirp’ EP, the legendary German techno producer Marc Houle places bleep-heavy synth work firmly at the center of the frame. Playful yet precise, Houle’s synth lines lock into steady motion while continuously reshaping themselves through subtle modulation. Small melodic fragments surface, loop, and twist, generating momentum through evolution rather than force. The... Read more »

Label boss The Archer joins forces with Romy Dya on ‘Never Hurt Me,’ a fluid house cut wrapped in warmth and subtle emotion. Guided by Romy Dya’s tender vocal and a gently rolling groove, the track drifts forward with an unforced, almost weightless feel. Melodic and immersive, ‘Never Hurt Me’ favours mood over momentum, unfolding... Read more »

With ‘Space Where I Can Go Deeper,’ Solee returns with a track that perfectly balances drive, depth, and emotion. Built around a deep, rolling bassline and monumental percussion, the groove locks in early and never lets go. As the track unfolds, Solee opens up the space. In the break, an epic, oriental-tinged melody emerges, creating... Read more »

Lello Di Franco, better known as L.D.F., is a cornerstone of the Neapolitan underground and a name deeply rooted in house music culture. DJ, producer, label owner (Frole Records) and co-founder of Basic Frame Distribution, his journey spans decades of dancefloor experience, vinyl obsession, and forward-thinking sound. With his new project ‘World Beats Vol.1,’ L.D.F.... Read more »

On ‘Ada,’ Eshach steps into the spotlight with a debut EP that feels both deeply personal and quietly confident. Blending cinematic atmospheres, hypnotic grooves, and emotive storytelling, the Karakol release introduces a producer shaped by years of behind-the-scenes work in sound design, film composition, and collaboration with artists like Eitan Reiter. From ambient openings to... Read more »

Ibiza-born selector and producer Bruno Roth steps onto NYC-based imprint Onysia with the ‘Sweet Paradise’ EP, a refined four-tracker that leans into soulful depth, subtle musicality, and timeless house sensibilities. With remixes from J Gabriel and Tommy Vicari Jnr, the release reflects both Bruno’s classical roots and his deep connection to disco, funk, and house... Read more »

We welcome Slxm Sol – producer, DJ, sound engineer, and co-founder of Soul Quest Records – to When We Dip as the label opens 2026 with his deeply felt new release, ‘Simple Love’ EP. Blending soulful house warmth with London-rooted broken beat and jazz-infused textures, the EP reflects both Slxm Sol’s emotional depth as a... Read more »

Federico Scavo is an Italian house artist veteran who, going into 2026, is celebrating his 35th anniversary as a touring dj. We caught up with him recently to find out his current plans for it, how the role of a DJ has changed over the years, and how he stays creatively inspired after all this... Read more »

With ‘Underwater,’  Claxy open 2026 by diving deeper into both movement and meaning. The Brazil-born, Germany-based duo blend melancholic indie dance and melodic house with Maculelê-inspired rhythms, funk-leaning percussion, and bilingual intimacy — creating a track that feels equally at home in sunset sets and inward moments. Written over nearly four years, ‘Underwater’ captures a... Read more »

Brazilian electronic music artist Mochakk will bring his acclaimed party series, Mochakk Calling, to OFFSónar, Barcelona’s leading electronic music week platform, on June 20th at the iconic Plaza Mayor stage at the Poble Espanyol. OFFSónar, part of the official Sónar week series, is recognised for curating some of the city’s most innovative electronic music programming,... Read more »

The global dance music experience curator Insomniac in partnership with worldwide techno brand Time Warp unveil the artist lineup for the debut edition of Time Warp Miami. The event will take place at Miami’s unique raw nightlife district Factory Town on Saturday, April 25.  Time Warp Miami will host a variety of underground dance music... Read more »

HARD Events has announced the lineup for the return of HARD Summer Music Festival, set to take place in Inglewood on August 1-2, 2026 at Hollywood Park, the expansive entertainment complex adjacent to SoFi Stadium and YouTube Theater. Since its debut in 2007, HARD Events has evolved into a defining fixture of Southern California’s festival... Read more »

The Winter Music Conference 2026 returns to the Kimpton EPIC Hotel from March 24–26, unveiling its second wave of programming with a fresh slate of artist speakers, industry leaders, workshops, and full details for its three-day Beatport Live pool party series. Newly announced speakers include Sara Landry, Radio Slave, DJ Minx, Doc Martin, Junior Sanchez,... Read more »

Marco Carola’s globally recognised Music On brand is making a long-awaited debut in Malta on Saturday 1 August 2026 at the Malta Fairs & Conventions Centre. Leading the line up is the founder himself and he is joined by an expertly curated selection of artists who reflect the brand’s signature sound and forward-thinking grooves.  Marco... Read more »

Kappa FuturFestival has released the Phase Three lineup for its 2026 edition, returning in July to the industrial expanse of Torino’s Parco Dora. This latest wave of additions further sharpens Kappa FuturFestival’s 2026 vision, bridging foundational tastemakers with boundary pushing innovators and rare collaborative moments. Over the years, Kappa FuturFestival has earned a reputation as... Read more »