Afro House

‘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 »

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 »

Echolocation and Faye Meana team up on There Is A Light Explorations with the atmospheric afro house single, ‘So Badly.’ Built around expressive vocals and carefully layered rhythms, the track unfolds at a measured pace, favouring depth and subtle emotional pull over immediacy. Textured, warm and quietly immersive, ‘So Badly’ settles into a mood-led space... Read more »

Opening Sondela’s 2026 release calendar, Burning Bright returns with new life and renewed purpose. First introduced on Sondela Sampler, Vol.3, the track is now reimagined by Manchester-born, London-based producer Everything Is Art, joining forces with upcoming talents ISIKO, and OG of the scene; Da Africa Deep, who crafted the original earlier in 2025. This fresh... Read more »

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 »

PAAX makes their Songspire Records debut with ‘Hurricane,’ a collaboration with vocalist Monique that sits in the more reflective corners of melodic house. The track leans into gentle piano phrasing and slow-building arrangement, with Monique’s vocal carrying a clear emotional through-line without ever overstating it. The progression is patient, the atmosphere warm, and the production... Read more »

Following the debut of ‘Im Shocked’, Eran Hersh joins forces with famous Russian rapper, singer, producer, and entrepreneur Timati for an extraordinary new collaboration. Retitled ‘Vahue’, the track is sung by Timati in Russian, giving the hypnotic Afro House / Tribal House groove a fresh, bold energy. This collaboration marks the beginning of an exciting... Read more »

Today, When We Dip proudly presents the premiere of ‘Mind Expansion’, the captivating new single from South African artist Floyd Lavine, featuring the electrifying duo The Illustrious Blacks. The track arrives via Sapiens Records, Agoria’s celebrated imprint known for championing boundary-pushing electronic music. ‘Mind Expansion’ is a bold, hypnotic journey — a fusion of House-futurism,... Read more »

Sam Holland has had a big 2025, during which he has continued to establish his Heart + Mind label. His sound never stays in one place for too long and has incorporated everything from deep to tech grooves on labels like Sci-Tec, Four Thirty Two, and Knee Deep In Sound. He centres the drums in... Read more »

Hear the lion roar, as Rex Stax unites with Zulu super star vocalist Lizwi to release the ‘Lion’ EP on Djuma Soundsystem’s label Iziki. German afro house producer Rex Stax is known for his acclaimed collaborations with Idd Aziz, Stevo Atambire, and Mr. Vegas. Lizwi, one of South Africa’s most recognizable voices, brings her powerful... Read more »