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DownJazz Records has always lived at the crossroads of New York grit and Detroit soul, but with’ Lush Grooves – Vol. 1, 2, 3,’ founder David Schwartz pushes that lineage into a new era.  What began as a live soul-jazz album soon expanded into a sprawling, three-volume remix odyssey shaped by an intergenerational cast of... Read more »

Philippa has long been a quietly influential force in Berlin’s electronic music landscape, a producer whose work balances emotional depth, harmonic richness and dancefloor intuition. With the launch of her new label, Panther Cuts, she steps into a new chapter of creative autonomy. We caught up with her to talk evolution, process, collaboration and the... Read more »

Thirty years into a career defined by emotional depth, genre fluidity, and an unshakeable commitment to musical integrity, Vince Watson is still finding new ways to reinterpret his own legacy. With ‘Eminesence: The Mixes,’ he invites three of the most respected voices in deep and spiritual house – Cee ElAssaad, Atjazz, and Osunlade – to... Read more »

Ricart Maria and Madison Park come together on ‘Natural Philosophy,’ a groove-driven collaboration landing via There Is A Light that places subtlety and atmosphere at the forefront. Built around rolling percussion, a warm, weighty low-end, and delicately woven vocal elements, the record favours restraint over excess, allowing its hypnotic rhythm to do the heavy lifting.... Read more »

After first appearing as the opening track on David Hohme’s ‘Where My Heart Is Vol. 5’ mix compilation and vinyl, ‘5 Years’ with Jody Wisternoff finally receives its official standalone release. Blending shimmering melodies with warm organic textures, the collaboration captures the reflective energy both artists are known for. Alongside the original, rising label talents... Read more »

Fred Everything has spent decades refining a sound that feels both timeless and quietly revolutionary – deep, musical, and guided by an unshakeable sense of honesty. With ‘Elysium,’ he leans even further into that space, letting intuition lead and trusting the emotional pull of his instruments. What emerges is a track that feels like a... Read more »

Mexican rising star Becheranō lands on Grapes with his upcoming EP, ‘Guess What.’ The release features four cuts, led by the title track ‘Guess What’ in collaboration with Shmina, alongside a remix treatment from label boss Ben Biron. Completing the EP are ‘No Exit’ and ‘Waiting For,’ shaping the release into an unfolding storyline from... Read more »

From October 22–25, DGTL returns to Amsterdam Dance Event with one of its most ambitious ADE programs to date. Across eight shows and two venues — the NDSM Warehouse and the Kromhouthal — the festival brand will showcase the many different faces of contemporary electronic music, from large-scale live performances and artist-led concepts to cutting-edge... Read more »

With a new label on the horizon and a growing global profile, Nikka Lorak is focused on building more than just records – she’s building a movement. Through Cruel Kind, her forthcoming imprint, the DJ, producer, and former filmmaker aims to spotlight artists who combine musical excellence with the charisma and vision of true headliners.... Read more »

Iceland Eclipse Festival announces Amnesia Ibiza Presents Pyramid at Iceland Eclipse, welcoming one of Ibiza’s most celebrated underground brands to the festival for a special Aurora Stage takeover on Thursday, August 13th. For more than five decades, Amnesia has stood at the forefront of global club culture, helping define Ibiza’s nightlife legacy while launching the... Read more »