Low Trax Records: Championing the Future of Underground House Music

Founded by renowned DJ and producer Will Bailey, aka Low Steppa, Low Trax Records is a label dedicated to amplifying the raw energy and creativity of underground house music. With a mission to champion emerging and up-and-coming artists, the label serves as a platform for fresh talent to make their mark while celebrating the authenticity and diversity of the genre. Bailey’s vision goes beyond music release; he’s building a community that fosters collaboration and growth, allowing new voices to thrive in the dance music scene.

The label's branding reflects a nostalgic retro aesthetic, drawing inspiration from the golden era of vinyl and white label promos. The Main LT logo, with its signature crackle effect, evokes the analog warmth and imperfection of live sets, capturing the raw energy that makes underground house music so special. Each release under the Low Trax name embodies the artist's unique vision while contributing to the evolving landscape of the genre. With Will Bailey leading the charge, Low Trax Records is poised to shape the future of underground house music.

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Widely known for his popular series 'Rare House Gems' on social media, Luke has been spreading the sound and culture of 'hard to find' house records to all corners of the virtual world.  After gaining a great deal of traction and earning his rightful title as a tastemaker, he's now appearing as a DJ across London’s wealth of clubs, sharing his collection and devoted passion for underground dance music. Having spent time working at Love Vinyl, one of London’s most critically acclaimed record stores, he is always developing his knowledge, learning from the incredibly erudite owners and their expertise In music. 

Growing up mainly as an instrumentalist and producer, Luke was encouraged by a few friends to start mixing vinyl. With an ever-growing record collection, his selective taste and love for authentic house music, made vinyl grow to be an essential part of his lifestyle. His sound is encapsulated by all things deep & soulful and lays no boundaries as to how it may evolve. Championing the slogan  ‘Make House Deep Again’ and pushing out music to the younger generation to keep the sound alive.

BIO: Senders is known for his energetic and euphoric sets, and ability to get any crowd moving. His signature sound blends the classic disco vibe with modern house music, creating a unique and unforgettable experience for his crowd.
 
Senders grew up surrounded by a diverse range of musical influences. As a teenager, he became fascinated by the underground club scene and began experimenting with DJing and producing. After years of hard work and dedication, Senders quickly played at some of the big festivals like: Mysteryland, Solar Festival, Komm Schon Alter, Happy Feelings.
 
When he's not behind the decks, Senders can be found in the studio. He is constantly seeking out new collaborations and inspirations, always looking for ways to evolve and grow as an artist. With a deep understanding of the history of house music and a keen ear for what's next.
 
Senders' love for music is infectious, and it's clear that he lives and breathes house music. He is always pushing himself to be better, and his dedication and passion for the scene is evident in every set he plays.
 
Whether he's spinning at a packed club or festival, Senders is truly a party starter, always bringing energy and love for house music that keep the dance floor moving all night long.
 
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It was in 2011 that Dutch pair Lars Dales and Maarten Smeets quickly broke through in the electronic music scene. Since then they have become known for their widescreen approach to making and playing club-ready grooves. From deep to disco, tech to soul, they join the dots between the past and the present with their own sense of storytelling and do so in clubs around the world, as well as in their studio. House might be the root of the Dam Swindle sound, but it takes nourishment from a much wider world of music. 

Still now, their breakthrough tunes such as ‘The Wrap Around’ and ‘The Break Up’ receive countless plays on dancefloors all over the world and the duo has made timeless music such as their 2023 disco-house bomb ‘ That’s right’ and 90’s throwback banger ‘Allright – just a tribute’ that became one of the hits of the 2024 festival summer. Dam Swindle has built a trademark sound, while still evolving and maturing their craft in various musical niches. Their landmark 2018 album High Life shows a broad musicality from the duo and this is even more so on their highly anticipated 2025 long player ‘Open’.  ‘Open’ features countless collaborations with high-profile artists such as Dutch pianist Joep Beving and New York-based Ethiopian vocalist Haile Supreme, and sees the duo flex their sound from ambient electronica to synthwave, hiphouse and more. 

Since 2013, the pair has also established their record label Heist Recordings as one of the key independent labels for underground dance music, while also releasing music on other underground mainstays such as Aus Music and Classic Music Company. Heist is more than just a label, though - it is a breeding ground for talents old and new; somewhere talent is nurtured and allowed to develop. Label showcases and special projects such as the yearly Roundup EP; where all artists from the past 12 months remix each other after a random selection process, furthers the family vibe and helps Heist stand out from crowd. Artists such as Cinthie, DJ Sneak, Crackazat, Tesfa Williams, Makèz, Pépé Bradock, Matthew Herbert, Ge-Ology, Byron the Aquarius and many more have all contributed, proving that it is a place for unrestrained creatives to be free with their own sonic visions. The label looks as good as it sounds, too, thanks to visual artist Bas Koopmans's standout artwork designs. 
 
Proof of Dam Swindle's widescreen approach to production is their long and talented list of collaborators, which includes the likes of acclaimed musician Tom Misch, US talent Seven Davis Jr., instrumental collective Jungle by Night, plus Marc de Clive-Lowe, Jitwam and Lorenz Rhode. Next to their own originals, a broad spectrum of artists have asked Dam Swindle for some of their special remix magic: on labels like Strut and Soundway they have reworked the legendary Pat Thomas, aka the ‘Golden voice of Africa,' and gave his single ‘Yamona’ a contemporary electronic edge, as well as The Mauskovic Dance Band’s track ‘Space Drum Machine’ and plenty more artists like Kerri Chandler, Mayer Hawthorne and Tom Misch. As their talent for bridging genres from all over the world continues to attract global attention, high-profile projects keep rolling in from all points on the musical globe. 

Dam Swindle are famously avid collectors of both old and new records, and it shows in their DJ sets, which keep you on your toes as they move freely through the broad world of house music with skillfully blended moods of soulful techno, acid, breaks, disco and more, all to create those special moments that crowds never forget. It is for that reason that their name has become a real stamp of authority and invention in the dance music world. Whatever they do, then, this pair do with irresistible charm.

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