Vibes

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TARTALB018

Premiere : Zopelar - Shibuya (TARTALB018)

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Neon Tides w/ Shane Sato

Lonely Ride

Amsterdam natives Maarten Smeets and Lars Dales, aka Dam Swindle, unveil their third long-player with the release of a new track, the first to be shared from the upcoming album, ‘Open’ - out on 30 May 2025 via Heist Recordings.

The new album sees the acclaimed duo dive far beyond the deep sonic waters they’re most known for, exploring lower tempos, synthwave, hip-house, and ambient across fourteen tracks. With a gestation period that traces back several years, ‘Open’ is their most intimate and personal body of work thus far, birthed during a time of self-reflection away from touring and personal transformation as individuals.

“We felt the need to tell a very personal story through our music as a translation of our personal development in the past years. We also wanted to make music without a specific goal in mind; We simply wanted to create. By taking away the grid of dance music and any expectations of what a Dam Swindle song should sound like, the creativity started to flow naturally with songs in many different styles and tempos. The result is an album that feels refreshing and uplifting and still very much true to the heart and soul of our sound.” - Dam Swindle, January 2025.

While the trademark Dam Swindle four-to-the-floor beats are still ever-present on tracks like ‘The Present Is Always Perfect’, ‘I Need You’, and ‘Is This Love?’, it’s the gentle waves of synths on opener ‘Home’, the contemplative piano chords of ‘Bloom’ featuring Joep Beving, and the lo-fi ambience of ‘It’s Okay, I Can Wait’ that showcase a melancholic, ethereal sensibility previously uncharted by the duo. Collaborations with vocalists such as NYC’s Haile Supreme on ‘Not Enough’ and Neo-soul singer Faye Meana on ‘Girl’ expertly find room in between the dancefloor and home listening sessions, and a clear standout on the LP is the title cut where message-heavy rapped vocals from UK artist Samson ebb and flow amongst iridescent grooves.

Under the helm of Maarten and Lars’ adept A&R, their Heist imprint has become a beloved home for house heads of both schools old and new, platforming some of dance music’s biggest names from Cinthie to DJ Sneak as well as the musical dawnings of artists such as Kassian and Makèz. The Dam Swindle alias has achieved house music royalty-like status across a storied 15-year career that includes two critically lauded full-lengths, collaborations with the likes of Tom Misch and Kerri Chandler, and a globetrotting touring schedule. This album stands as their most profoundly personal work of art to date, and they can’t wait to share it with you.


Open

Buy here!

Dam Swindle - Not enough feat. Haile Supreme

Yeah True is an eclectic alternative pop duo based in Berlin. Comprised of vocalist/multi instrumentalist/producer Owen Ross (Oh_When) and producer/DJ/visual artist Oscar Bernal, the duo draw from a wide range of influences, sonically and beyond. While Ross was honing his craft touring as a guitarist and writing/producing in New York (collaborators include Lucius, The Who, DJ Amir, Murkage Dave, Jaykae, and more) Bernal was building his profile as an international DJ playing at such festivals as Garbicz, Waking Life, and Meadows In The Mountain and internationally renown clubs Club der Visionaere (Berlin), Kaiku (Helsinki) Papaya Playa Project (Mexico/Tulum) and more. The duo synthesize musicality with dancefloor sensibility creating gritty, playful, pop songs centered around Owen Ross’ smooth baritone. Their debut Album Another Stolen Bike is available on all platforms via Haunt Records.

Oh_when & Yeah True ‘Another Stolen Bike’
All music written by: Owen Ross and Oscar Bernal
Lyrics by: Owen Ross
Produced by: Owen Ross
Mixed by: Henning Grambow
Mastered by: Mat Leffler-Schulman
Album artwork by: Amanda Arrou-tea

Another Stolen Bike 

01_Airy_1644_v4

Produced by Allan McConnell and Finn Rees 
Mixed by Allan McConnell
Mastered by Dustin Alexander
Artwork and design: Piewack

Close Counters would like to thank everyone who helped facilitate the creation of this record, from the many studios or make-shift recording spaces where these songs were written, produced and mixed, to the supportive friends, family and community. We’re ever grateful.

Management by Rick Bridgman for Good Intent

This record was made predominantly on stolen land belonging to the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation and the Gadigal people of the Eora nation. We wish to pay our respects to the elders past present and emerging and note that sovereignty was never ceded.

CLOSE TO ME

Don't Make Me Fall In Love

Don't Make Me Fall In Love (Timmy Regisford Vocal Mix)

Leave It All

Leave It All (feat. Puma Ptah)

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Australian duo Close Counters return to The Remedy Project for their soulful slice ‘BUTTER BREAD’, featuring Irish singer-songwriter shiv. Fusing broken beat, jazz and neo-soul with electronic production, Close Counters’ eclectic sound first appeared on Melvo Baptiste’s revered imprint in 2022, with singles ‘SNAP TO IT!’ and ‘GET DOWN!’ earning them support from key tastemakers Gilles Peterson, Jamz Supernova and artists like Folamour, Barry Can’t Swim, Jaguar. A live act at heart, the band have made a name for themselves in the UK and Europe, recently touring across venues like Ninety One Living Room and Ronnie Scott’s as well as tastemaker festivals like Lost Village and Defected Malta; the band’s return to the UK will see them perform live at Brick Lane Jazz Festival, Love Supreme, Glastonbury and a slew of live dates across summer 2025, with their latest LP LOVERS DANCE ACADEMY climbing tastemaker charts in their home country and receiving major radio play across the UK and US. Now they unveil ‘BUTTER BREAD’ featuring house DJ turned singer-songwriter and producer, shiv. Previously impressing on Luke Solomon’s imprint with house collective Girls of the Internet for ‘Never Ever Ever’, shiv’s smooth vocals and effortless tone is the perfect match for Melvo Baptiste’s cool, tasteful imprint. ‘BUTTER BREAD’ is a faultless amalgamation of the two artists’ style; Close Counters’ laid-back composition is brought to life through complex production subtleties and live elements as shiv’s vocals stack in harmony, supporting her rhythmically decadent lyrics.

Close Counters feat. shiv - BUTTER BREAD

Note to Self

Kenny Was a G (Original Mix)

DJ Space And Moore – Motown Magic EP

Label/Cat#: Soultrap Records – SOULTRAP 001
Country: UK
Year: 2002
Genre: Electronic
Style: House, Disco
Format: Vinyl, 12", EP

Tracklist
A – Get It Up
AA – Get It Up For Dub (DJ Space Remix)

More information: https://www.discogs.com/release/224657-DJ-Space-And-Moore-Motown-Magic-EP

DJ Space And Moore - Get It Up (2002)

Release: Momo Ryuk, Omary Feat. Salah Hammadi - Loucham
 
Catalog number: OST030
 
"Loucham" is a captivating song that delves into the intriguing story of a woman who captivated a man during the ancestral times of Morocco. The title of the song, Loucham, refers to the term "Tattoo" in Moroccan culture. In those ancient times, women would dress in outfits that enveloped their bodies entirely, leaving only their faces exposed. These outfits were designed in such a way that the only visible symbol of their individuality was the tattoo adorning their face – a powerful ancestral symbol.
 
Through the lyrics of "Loucham," the song beautifully portrays the enigmatic woman who enticed the man with her mesmerizing presence. It invites listeners to delve into the rich history and traditions of Morocco, where the art of tattooing holds deep significance.
 
The song's melody and rhythm are carefully crafted to evoke the ambiance of the ancestral times, transporting the listeners to a world where traditions and customs reigned supreme. The music seamlessly blends traditional Moroccan instruments with modern elements, creating a harmonious fusion that pays homage to the country's heritage while appealing to contemporary tastes.
 
The lyrics of "Loucham" paint a vivid picture of the woman's allure, highlighting her grace, beauty, and the mysterious nature that surrounds her. The song captures the essence of her character, as well as the profound impact she had on the man's heart and soul.

Momo Ryuk, Omary, Salah Hammadi - Loucham

As playlisted on BBC Radio 6 by Maryanne Hobbs
Off Dan Kye's debut release Joy, Ease, Lightness, out now !

Buy/Stream: https://rhythmsection.lnk.to/RS017

Joy, Ease, Lightness

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Dan Kye - Change

Through the Eyes of... with Eli Escobar

30 minute Hot Mix with Gina Breeze

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01. Powerdance - A Safe and Happy Place [Powerdance]
02. Ifran Rainy & Baba Israel- Freedom Music (Who Remix) 
03. Hercules & Love Affair - Controller (Feat. Faris Badwan) [International Man]
04. Juju and Jordash - Wednesday Something [Dekmantel]
05. Doc L Jnr - We Love To Dance
06. Sauce81 - Dance Tonight(Disco Dub) [Eglo]
07. Franklin Black - Gifted People (Kaytronik's Gifted & Black Remix)
08. Paris Brightledge & Marlon Hoff - I Love You (Original)[Ten Eight Seven
09. Louie Vega - I Deserve to Breathe (Glenn Underground Remix)[Vega Records]
10. Unknown - U Da Shit (Derrick Carter Remix) [White Label]
11. Ron Bacardi - Back For More [Razor-N-Tape]
12. Eli Escobar - Happiness (Kon Remix) [Classic Music Company]

Business as Usual, because… well, it is. I will be playing dance music that you may or may not have heard, that will be readily available, if pointed in the right direction of course. The idea is for you to use me as your selector slash shop assistant in a virtual record store. I will be your slightly odd, slightly off-centre, guide. But ultimately and most importantly, your friendly on-line record shop assistant.

Featuring the brand new feature 'Through The Eyes Of’, where I invite producer and DJ friends onto the show to pick 3 records that are “classic” to them.. Tune in.

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