Argentine DJ/producer GRUUVE heads to Dennis Cruz’s BotaniQ imprint for the first time with his ‘Weird Call’ EP, delivering his signature blend of hypnotic grooves and percussion-led house. Known for avoiding generic formulas, the Barcelona-based talent adds a fresh, dynamic voice to the label’s growing catalogue, continuing the label’s mission of delivering groove-driven, club-focused music... Read more »

Following the recent remix of ‘Your Command’ from German electronic heavyweight Paul Kalkbrenner, Blaufield bosses Booka Shade unveil the track’s next evolution with a fresh rework from Pig&Dan. Long regarded as notable figures within the global techno circuit, the duo bring new energy to the track, reshaping it for further peak-time plays. Stripping ‘Your Command’... Read more »

Daskal debuts his first full-length LP on DJ Tennis’s Life and Death label on Friday with the release of ‘OD’. The project marks a defining moment for the producer and composer, whose work moves fluidly between contemporary dance, film, and electronic music, representing a reconnection between his compositional practice and dynamic dancefloor grooves. ‘OD’ stands... Read more »

Giorgia Angiuli opens a new chapter with her forthcoming single ‘We Rave We Heal’, the debut on her new imprint We Heal, set for release on 6th March. The track marks a new direction and focus for 2026 for the Italian live artist, placing sound healing and emotional well-being into club culture to create music... Read more »

Released on UNTAMED, AIKON’s ‘Your Call’ is revisited through a refined and forward-thinking remix package, and today we’re pleased to premiere the Re.You interpretation exclusively on When We Dip. The remix EP opens with Konvex & Meloko, who set the tone with a high-impact dancefloor version, combining the emotional depth of the original vocal with... Read more »

DJ and producer Luch makes his debut on Notre Dames’ recently launched label Paranormal with ‘Siren’s Flicker’, releasing March 6th, making it the label’s first signing beyond Notre Dames’ own catalogue. ‘Siren’s Flicker’ is a hypnotic, Melodic House cut built for late nights. Staccato synth plucks ricochet throughout, threaded together with gritty bass and cybotic... Read more »

Loot Recordings welcome Julian Liander to the label with ‘Numa / Meraki’, a two-track release built for deep, immersive dance floor moments, complemented by remixes from Death on the Balcony and Viktop. The title track “Numa” unfolds as a hypnotic, forward-moving groove anchored by a looping melodic theme that subtly evolves over time. A mysterious,... Read more »

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 »

Simon Doty lists Peruvian-born, US-based producer Gio Lucca among his producers to watch in 2026, and taps him as the sole remixer on ‘Reup’ with this single. Gio is earning the ear of an increasing number of tastemakers with his eclectic blend of tech house, minimal, hip-hop and funk; we’re thrilled to welcome him to... Read more »

Stefano Mapo and Sound Shapes join forces on their Melody Lab debut with ‘Tell a Vision’, a two-track EP that showcases their tight production chemistry. The title track, ‘Tell a Vision’, unfolds with a steady low-end drive, vocals filled with emotion and an atmosphere that builds with purpose. On the flip side, ‘Chop That Sound’... Read more »

Electronic/live band Tinlicker’s fourth album (first as a live NL/UK trio) ‘Dreams Of The Machine’, an audacious and timely look at technology, is out now on Remember The Future/[PIAS]. The LP includes four previous LP singles and ten new cuts including focus track ‘Choosing Life’. With a new UK/EU tour starting March 3rd & NA... Read more »

‘Falling Into Acid Dreams’ sees Lens return to the nucleus of her sound: fast, precise, high-impact techno built for full-body immersion. Driven by a tightly wound 303 line that gradually intensifies, the track locks into a rolling, hypnotic groove before her instantly recognisable vocal cuts through the mix. Crisp percussion and razor-sharp low-end control make... 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 »

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 »