Reviews

Tiga thrills with ‘ECSTASY SURROUNDS ME,’ the latest single off forthcoming album, ‘HOTLIFE’
Electronic music icon Tiga announces his forthcoming album ‘HOTLIFE,’ set for release on 17 April 2026, with a long-awaited new single ‘ECSTASY SURROUNDS ME,’ as a collaborative release via Montreal’s Turbo Recordings and Secret City Records. The Canadian producer, DJ, and label head delivers an emotive masterpiece, blurring the lines between eloquent introspection and peak-time... Read more »

Nic Fanciulli marks Saved Records 20th anniversary with exclusive Marco Carola edit of ‘Lalo’s Groove’
World-renowned DJ, producer, and Music On founder Marco Carola delivers an exclusive edit of Nic Fanciulli’s ‘Lalo’s Groove,’ out via Saved Records. The release marks another key moment in the 20th anniversary celebrations of Nic Fanciulli’s iconic label, which continues to spotlight dancefloor-first music and forward-thinking collaborations. Following the success of Fanciulli’s recent single ‘La... Read more »

The Disco Express celebrate 100th release milestone with 15-track compilation ‘TDE100’
Regarded as one of London’s leading disco labels, The Disco Express is celebrating a monumental milestone with the release of ‘TDE100’ (100th Release Special), a double LP and digital compilation showcasing the imprint’s signature fusion of house, disco, funk, and soul. Marking a century of releases, ‘TDE100’ distills the very essence of the label, a... Read more »

Mochakk returns to Disorder with futuristic yet grounded new tune, ‘Hypersilent’
Mochakk returns to Disorder with his latest track ‘HyperSilent,’ a release that cements his reputation as one of house music’s most daring and forward-thinking artists. The track bridges classic groove and modern edge, channeling Mochakk’s knack for blending timeless energy with forward-thinking production. Following the momentum of his previous release ‘Legumes,’ the Brazilian talent continues... Read more »

Acid Pauli launches All Is Acid with remastered version of 2010’s ‘Den Mahlstrom rauf’
For Martin Gretschmann, the ever-evolving Berlin artist known as both Acid Pauli and Console, music has always been a deeply personal journey. His new imprint, All Is Acid, marks the next chapter — a creative home for his uncompromising and experimental sound, launched together with his partner, Shirin Botas. Breaking from the cycle of trends,... Read more »

Synthesis Recordings shine spotlight on Sri Lanka’s progressive talent with ADE compilation
‘Sri Lanka x Amsterdam’ marks the second release and debut compilation from Synthesis Recordings. It’s a project born from the spirit of cultural exchange between Sri Lanka’s thriving underground and Amsterdam Dance Event — the world’s most influential gathering for electronic music. The release shines a spotlight on Sri Lanka’s progressive house talent, bringing the... Read more »

ELIF brings Marginalia’s ‘Bestiary’ compilation to new heights with pristine curation across 23 tracks
Marking Marginalia’s 29th release and third VA, ‘Bestiary Vol. 3,’ is the label’s most expansive statement yet, curated end-to-end by label founder ELIF. The compilation gathers 23 originals that reflect the imprint’s core: a trusted space where emerging and established artists sit side by side and records are built for real dance floors. This volume... Read more »

Kölsch translates intimacy into motion via inspired 10 track album, ‘KINEMA’
Renowned Danish DJ and producer Kölsch unveils ‘KINEMA,’ an inspired ten-track effort that underscores his rare gift for channeling rhythm into emotion and back again. The project arrives alongside the launch of his new live show, Kölsch and the Machine, premiering October 23rd at Amsterdam Dance Event. Together, the two endeavors signal an inspired new... Read more »

Sundrej Zohar lands on Polyptych Limited with sophisticated new single, ‘Pulse of Absence’
Sundrej Zohar is a German electronic music producer, A Theory Of Mind label-owner, and DJ whose sound blends the emotional depth of melodic techno with the sophistication of progressive house. With a signature approach that balances atmosphere, rhythm, and cinematic storytelling, Sundrej’s productions are crafted to connect both on the dancefloor and in more introspective... Read more »

Paul Kalkbrenner makes killer comeback via new album, ‘THE ESSENCE’
Legendary German artist Paul Kalkbrenner returns with his first new album in seven years, ‘THE ESSENCE,’ out via Sony Music / B1. ‘THE ESSENCE’ is an album that serves as an archive of personal states of being. Created over several years, partly in the studio, partly in a Berlin apartment somewhere between mid-century modern and... Read more »