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Budding Canadian artist Monarke is on a rapid rise. The Quebec-based producer, an established name on Berlin-based imprint Steyoyoke, is a versatile producer and he hasn’t stopped to look around. He has proved himself both skilled and prolific in the studio. Monarke’s first release of 2021 sees him put his signature ethereal touch to HOKI’s... Read more »

New Yorkers J Gabriel & Chuffing Buffy make a scintillating debut on Terence :Terry’s La Vie En Rose label this month with the stacked ‘I’m Not Me’ EP. The release comes with remixes from the label founder himself and highly rated Romanian producer Lizz (the latter available in exclusive full premiere only on When We... Read more »

Miss Melera has been a rising star of the Dutch scene in recent years. The melodic maestro has graced the likes of Einmusika, Warung Recordings and Natura Sonoris with her deftly crafted sound and regularly rocked dance-floors at home and abroad. This month, the Colourizon chief celebrates the 100th instalment of her revered podcast. We... Read more »

Stan Chetverikov debuts on SOL with an intricate four track EP titled ‘Clarity’. The atmospheric release brings together a stellar selection of sublime electronica, led by the emotive title track. The introspective EP follows appearances from the Moscow-based producer on the likes of Silk Music and Emergent. XYZ · Stan Chetverikov – Clarity EP [SOL004]... Read more »

Brooklyn label Andhera Records delivers a dancefloor punch in the first volume of their Winter Sampler series. The release brings together 18 tracks from the likes of Ky William, STES, Acid Kids, Attek, Ken Kelly, Jeff Sorkowitz, Shuski, and many more. Andhera stalwart Ken Kelly, also of Whoyostro and Rawsome, turns a sleek deep tech... Read more »

Canadian Filmmaker, Photographer and Visual Designer Marco Iammatteo is the creative hand behind independent films like ‘Fifty Five’ and ‘Call Me Sandy’ (presented at the revered Cannes Film Festival). 2020 saw the Montreal native put his touch to the latest album ‘Today’ from rising indie electronic duo HOKI, crafting an enthralling visual trilogy in collaboration... Read more »

Westseven will forever hold a unique place at the XYZ imprint, as he played a key role in the label’s very first release in collaboration with Budakid. The Anjunadeep regular and Soul De Amina head is no stranger to the scene, crafting a stellar reputation throughout the years via productions teeming with quality. We’re thrilled... Read more »

Independent label NEED Music serves up three new tracks on a silver platter. The Holler EP features two slick, original house cuts by Dutch powerhouse Jesse Jacob and a stand-out atmospheric title track remix by Attek. No stranger to the top of the Beatport charts, Jacob’s title track delivers a rolling groove with a vibing... Read more »

Rising Canadian producer Tyler Mesa is our guest on the latest instalment of the Dip Studio series. The Montreal-based producer takes us on a deep dive into his recent release ‘Dream To Reality’, which featured on his debut EP for TOR in November. Check it out below! XYZ · Tyler Mesa – Dream To Reality... Read more »

YokoO is an artist that needs little introduction. The Lisbon-based producer and DJ, synonymous with the global rise of All Day I Dream, has been mesmerising music lovers around the world with lush cuts and thrilling sets for some time now. This includes a number of trips to the playa at Black Rock City. We... Read more »