Декабрь 2023 ❄️🩵

Written & Produced by Ben Grunnell

Supported by Marco Carola, Danilo Vigorito, Collective Machine, Edgar de Ramon, Darkrow, Wade, Guti & many more....

Ben Grunnell - Aria (Original Mix)

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Dennis Cruz delivers the landmark 300th release on Damian Lazarus’ iconic Crosstown Rebels imprint with ‘The Snake Charmer’ EP, featuring collaborations with Ian Ludvig and the label boss himself.

An artist at the height of his powers, arriving off the back of his busiest Ibiza season to date, it’s safe to say that Dennis Cruz is a man in extremely high demand within the global electronic landscape. Founder of his own labels MÜSE and CRZ, while featuring as a key member of the Solid Grooves Family, Cruz’s longstanding ties to Crosstown Rebels date back to his debut in 2018, featuring as a regular on the label and at their extensive global events from fabric London to Miami’s renowned Get Lost extravaganza since. Returning to the imprint following his excellent album ‘Roots’ in 2021, plus his recent contribution to the 20th Anniversary compilation with his remix of Pier Bucci’s ‘Hay Consuelo’, Cruz is back in emphatic fashion as he marks the 300th release in the label’s revered catalogue with his latest EP ‘The Snake Charmer’ - featuring two solo tracks alongside collaborations with fellow Crosstown signee Ian Ludvig and label founder Damian Lazarus himself.

A master of crafting rolling arrangements with subtle nuances that keep dancefloors locked in unison, the four tracks across the package see Cruz experiment even further as he showcases a global array of influences. Opening track ‘Snake Charmer’ welcomes a crisp organic percussion arrangement accented by eastern flutes through to snaking grooves and hooky female vocal samples throughout, while ‘Revolution’ welcomes an all-star cast as he links with Damian Lazarus for a heady, skippy slice of house merging hazy chords and bright stabs with vocals from contemporary Detroit nightlife icon and staple DJ Holographic.

On the flip, the Spaniard once again steps out solo and dives deep into a low-slung and playful groove on ‘Time Out’, introducing a wealth of vibrant vocals amongst blossoming melodies and soulful organ riffs, before closing the show as he joins Ian Ludvig to present an off-kilter, impactful and warping closer guided by provocative vocal snippets across ‘Pain Away’.

Dennis Cruz & Damian Lazarus - Revolution Ft. DJ Holographic

Everybody's Freakin'

Home Time

Hoomance @ Art for Art Festival 2023 (Toronto,Canada)

Best of 2023

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Clubsonica Records welcomes Giovanny Aparicio back to the label for a new EP. Hailing from Colombia, he has emerged from his country's electronic music culture with a fresh organic sound. His club-focused productions have found a home on trend-setting imprints such as Abracadabra Music, Anjunadeep, Hoomidaas and Sol Selectas, while world class DJs Blond:ish, Armen Miran, Hernan Cattaneo, Nick Warren, Sabo and more have been steadfast with support. Now, returning to the label for his first artist EP, Giovanny caps off a great year with ‘Eric | Azul Profundo', alongside remixes from Kamilo Sanclemente, Maze 28 and Weird Sounding Dude.

Giovanny continues to find a perfect balance between progressive and organic house with the lead selection ‘Eric'. A DJ friendly intro sets a solemn mood with rejuvenating atmospheres and wispy effects blanketing tough beats and chunky basslines. Exotic drums and metallic motifs add a splash of rhythm and colour to what is a mature club-effective arrangement, perfectly leading to a celestial sounding break, complete with operatic pads and cinematic refrains which carry the journey onwards to a spiritual finale. The companion piece ‘Azul Profundo' has been much sought after since first being aired by Above & Beyond's Tony McGuinnness in the summer of 2021. Clocking in at nearly nine minutes in length, Giovanny's creative prowess shines once again as he crafts an organic piece that is rich with rhythm, groove and atmosphere. A cross-cultural lead sits at the core of the track, flowing through misty refrains and carnival-inspired rhythms, before giving way to an enlightening finale that's sure to leave a lasting memory on the dancefloor.

Returning to the label for the lone interpretation of ‘Eric' is Kamilo Sanclemente. Prolific and consistent in equal measure, Kamilo has earned the praise of electronic tastemakers Guy Mantzur, Hernan Cattaneo, Lee Burridge and Nick Warren, while showcasing his music via All Day I Dream, Anjunadeep, The Soundgarden, Replug and more. 2023 has been highlighted by Kamilo's most recent Clubsonica project entitled ‘Stellar Echoes', a three-track showcase which commemorated the label's one hundredth release in fine style. With more of a progressive state of mind, the Cali resident utilizes the main elements to resounding effect, adding his own musical charm and freeform instrumentation, with the end result being a transcendent journey that finds Kamilo at his creative best.

Making his label debut with the first interpretation ‘Azul Profundo' is Maze 28. Hailing from Albania, Mario Zefi aka Maze 28 has emerged as one of his country's most hotly tipped progressive house artists. In just three short years the Durres resident has earned support from Dosem, Nick Muir, Paul Van Dyk, and more. While maintaining the elusive spirit of the original, Maze 28 aims squarely at a peak-hour dancefloor, taking the track into progressive minded territory. Complete with infectious drive and haunting atmospheres throughout, it's a storyboard of capsizing grooves and mesmerizing synth progressions which make for an exhilarating sonic experience.

The release concludes with Weird Sounding Dude for the second and final interpretation of ‘Azul Profundo'. Long a favourite of genre tastemakers Hernan Cattaneo, Nick Warren, Guy J and Cid Inc. With a career that now spans a decade, Weird Sounding Dude has compiled an impressive discography with standout releases via Anjunadeep, Hoomidaas, The Soundgarden and Sudbeat. Drawing inspiration from the original, the Bangalore resident layers exotic percussive arrangements and arcane electronics atop punchy beats and chunky grooves. Mysterious and thought-provoking throughout, it's a heady amalgamation of sound which makes for a club-effective yet uniquely atmospheric journey, elegantly flowing through trippy melodic clusters and wintry overlays, before a refined take on the lead and a desert-tinged break sparks an immense finale.

Eric | Azul Profundo

Eric (Original Mix)

Giovanny Aparicio - Eric [Clubsonica Records]

Vittoria Fleet - Entangled (Dominik Marz & David Kochs Remix)

Damian Lazarus presents the sixth volume of his Crosstown Rebels SPIRITS compilation series, boasting an impressive lineup of Lauren Lane, Cristina Lazic, AJ Christou, TMPLE and more.

Since its debut in 2017, Damian Lazarus’ annual ‘SPIRITS’ series on Crosstown Rebels has been a beacon for breakthrough artists, setting the label’s agenda for the year ahead. The sixth instalment in February is another meticulously curated lineup with ‘SPIRITS VI’ featuring a blend of new and recognisable talents, including Lauren Lane, Cristina Lazic, Iñigo Vontier, AJ Christou and many more.

London-based talent Cameron Jack kicks off what looks set to be a breakout year with ‘The Vision’, a bubbly and tropical cut with cosmic synths and loose, jumbled rhythms. Chris Bowl then brings his emotional style to the deep, rolling beats and fresh melodies of ‘Silent Plain’, while NY-born, LA-based house tastemaker Lauren Lane layers in smoky pads and tender whispers to her sublime deep house cut, ‘Fair Game.’ Next, German talent and Degree Records head Marc Lenz brings darker vibes to his track ‘People Are People’, while Rebellion artist Cristina Lazic and previous Lazarus collaborator Leia Contois combine for the alluring vocal soul and gritty minimal drums of ‘So Deep’.

Mexican Iñigo Vontier is a pioneer in his homeland after crafting a global reputation, and his twisted synths, shiny textures and steely drums on ‘That Trippy Sound’ prove why as they work you into a trance. Next is influential Manchester-based DJ/producer AJ Christou, who has released on the likes of Hot Creations and Cuttin’ Headz. His track ‘Back & Forth’ brings an infectious groove with plenty of flair and catchy drum funk, before TMPLE shuts things down with the deft, airy grooves and floating bass of ‘The Girl In The Room’, complete with its tender male vocals.

At the forefront of electronic innovation, Crosstown Rebels stands as a pivotal platform and record label, reflecting the genre’s diversity and housing an impressive roster that includes renowned artists and household names like Art Department, Maceo Plex, and Jamie Jones. With sub-labels Rebellion and Secret Teachings in tow, the imprint consistently and continuously expands its musical canvas, creating an immersive landscape for leading and emerging talents to thrive.

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SPIRITS VI

PREMIERE: AJ Christou - Back & Forth [CROSSTOWN REBELS]

Nick Curly and his label Cécille Records welcome Amsterdam’s Rooléh onto the roster with his ‘Distant Phase’ EP.

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Premiere: Rooléh - From A Distance [Cécille Records]

Original composition is "High No More" written by A.R. Hajaj, Aidan Glover, and Rhys Lewis.



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My Love (Original Mix)

 A groovy edit i made for Hajaj - High no more, Hope u guys enjoy it ;)

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Supported by Marco Carola, Joseph Capriati, Latmun, Calvin Clarke, Bassel Darwish and more...

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Party People EP

Charles Pierre - Euphoria (Original Mix)

Jamie Jones launches his new subsidiary label of Hot Creations, HOTTRAX with a three track EP of upfront dance floor business. The label will be dedicated to a more underground dance floor orientated aesthetic, only for the headstrong!

This three track features phenomenal 'Changes'. Jamie has championed it all summer and as soon as you hear it you'll realize why. It's a heady hypnotic brew of oscillator-funk and ghetto-groove, arpeggiating synths bubble hypnotically under the rising ebb and flow of the melody as infectious groove drives you on.. the truth is we are all going through changes!

On the flip and Jamie jacks the groove on the 'Road To The Studio'. Incessant chanting and looped vocals are cleverly layered upon each other creating a impending sense of explosive anticipation as the rhythm effortlessly builds to maximum effect. Finally, the irresistibly charming 'No Rush' plays upon retro garage feel while the minor keys serve to create a sense eeriness on the floor. A great closure to a superb three track EP, and what a way to kick off the new label in style. Watch out for HOTTRAX releases in 2013.

Jamie Jones 'Road to the Studio' (Fly Mix)

Beatport Minimal/ Deep Tech Number 1 Release.

Making his debut on Libero, Oxford-based Gibraltarian producer, Jezen. Following on from an impressive stream of releases, ‘The Things You Know’ EP delivers an exceptional combination of original club cuts, both tracks already played by Marco Carola, Loco Dice and more - supplemented by a remix from Leicestershire talents, Murphy’s Law.

‘Like You Should’ takes the shape of a late-night mood setter. A quintessential Music On-esque number - often a treat for the earlier dancefloor descendants - comprising a potent mixture of percussive factors, punchy kicks, and crisp rhythms. Throwing a pinch of the early 2010s deep house flavour in with its bassline and synth melodies; a steady groover that leaves a lasting effect.

‘The Things You Know’ turns the momentum up slightly, adding more roll and shuffle into the mix. Crammed with atmospheric scenes and injections of cadent flair. Continuing the fashion of strong, reminiscent melodic undertones, yet another standout track with indisputable impact.

Completing the triple threat, Murphy’s Law remix of the title track injects yet another layer of energy into the release. A robust adaptation of ‘The Things You Know’ with a constant, blistering low end and raw harmonics offer a gritty alternative to an already definitive piece of music. With hints of UK Tech character dotted throughout, the increasingly-popular duo rounds off the release nicely.

Jezen - The Things You Know

Crosstown Rebels deliver a unique underground music experience. Firmly dedicated to the support and development of the best cutting edge electronic dance music, Crosstown Rebels, run by artist and dj Damian Lazarus, loves quality alternative sounds, adores a great party and thrives on creative, young people armed with something new to say.

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