Sax Thing (Hip Steady)

D Stone debuts on Heist Recordings with a record that shows us why he’s one of the hottest talents in house music right now 

Chloe Caillet is in on it. Cinthie is in on it. SG lewis and Demi Riquísimo are in on it too. So are Folamour, Barry Can’t Swim and, of course, Dam Swindle. In on what exactly?

In on the fact that D Stone might be the most exciting young producer and DJ you will find in the house scene right now. Oh, and he’s also a great guy who says Heist was his dream label to release on. When we found out we were fans of on each other, it was only logical that we signed his ‘Time Selection’ EP; A 5-track record that shows us how cool and catchy underground house music can be if it’s done well. 

D Stone, born Daan Steenhuizen has had a meteoric rise in the scene in the past years and has only just finished his study at the Conservatory, where Lars was one of his mentors. His vinyl debut was on Cecille in 2023 with that absolute anthem ‘Total unison’. He then released on Cinthie’s 803 Crystal Grooves in 2024 and has a busy 2025 with releases on Chloe Caillet’s label Smiile, Semi Delicious, a release planned for Barry Can’t Swim’s fresh label ‘Earth’s only paradise’ and now, Heist. He’s been touring relentlessly in between, already playing legendary places like Ibiza’s Pikes, Amsterdam’s Shelter and with big shows planned at Warehouse project and in Australia, you can just feel all the right things happening for him.

The ’Time Selection’ EP kicks off with ‘Yes I Am’, an upbeat house track with plenty of hints of the old school, playful vocal chops and above all, some lovely piano work. It’s stripped back, but full of energy, with driving 909 percussion, retro flutes and a rolling bass line. It’s as much a pallet cleanser in a set as it is a teasing mid-set highlight.

‘Move Over’ features the vocals of ELY and sees D Stone dive deeper into vintage house territory, with a classic bassline and percussion that stays true to the core of the classic drum machines, hinting as much towards the electro-pop sound of New Order and the futurism of early Mr. Fingers releases. The vocal is daring and cute at the same time, and does a great job tapping into the nostalgia of the pop-house cross-over songs of the early 90s. 

'Time Selection' is arguably the heaviest cut of the record, much in style of his breakthrough track ‘Total Unison’. This track is built around a strong piano theme, supported by driving 909 drums, strings and cleverly placed disco bleeps to keep the track accessible and uplifting. Add to that a big breakdown, and you’ll understand why we’ve been reaching for this track peak set for the past months.

On the flip, we’ve got ‘One Thing’, a subtle and introverted track built around a bumpy disco bassline with a hook that’s silly on first listen but will end up being the one thing you’ll keep humming for the rest of the day. In short, it’s a banger in disguise. 

The last track of the EP is ‘Everything from the Organ’, a track where D Stone is not afraid to show his love for throwback ravey elements. There’s organ licks, horns and chopped vocals that propel you straight to the front-left of whichever dancefloor D Stone is reigning at that moment.  

Don’t sleep on the Heist debut of one of Amsterdam’s biggest talents, cause this one will go like hot cakes! As always, enjoy the music and play it loud! 

Yours, 
Maarten & Lars   

Time selection EP

Buy here!

D Stone - Yes I am

Artist: @pintaurobrothers
Label: @thebasementmusic
Format: Digital

PREMIERE: The Pintauro Brothers - Only You

Artist: @douwemusic
Label: @houz-records
Mastering: @mogier
Format: Digital
Cat. Nr.: HZRC001

Douwe - Man With Soul [HZRC001]

@xxxsagexxx

In Memory of TVMBY

Please consider donating to help the family: https://www.gofundme.com/f/in-memory-of-tvmby-aid-his-loved-ones

Tvmby was more than just a member of Cyberwave Collective; he was family. A friend, a brother, and a constant presence from day one, he embodied everything our community was meant to be: reliable, kind, and unwavering in his support for others.

Through his music, his generosity, and his steady presence, Tvmby touched each of us in ways words can't fully capture. His loss leaves a space that can never be filled.

We invite you to honor his memory by helping support the people who meant the most to him, his family in Poland. This loss was sudden, and his loved ones are now facing the heavy burden of funeral and memorial expenses, along with the difficult weeks ahead.

All funds raised will go directly to his family to ease that burden and to give them space and time to grieve.

Thank you for remembering Tvmby with us, and for standing with his family in this time of heartbreak.

SAGE - reincarnation

Artist: @dj-triggerfinger
Label: @thebasementmusic
Format: Digital

PREMIERE: Trigger Finger - Sentiment

Artist: @blaineconnell
Label: @thebasementmusic
Format: Digital

PREMIERE: Blaine Connell - Don't Feel The Same

Artist: @unrefineddjoffical
Mastering: @wikett
Format: Digital
Cat. Nr.: HZRC001

Buy / Stream

UNREFINED - Feeling [HZRC001]

INSOMNIA MUSICA 2025.
OPEN YOUR THIRD EYE.

INSOMNIA MUSICA VOL. 3 - "EL VIOLADOR ERES TÚ.”
NMN003

HIGH QUALITY ON BANDCAMP.
insomniamusica.bandcamp.com/album/insom…ador-eres-t

MANY THANKS TO ALL THE ARTISTS THAT EARLY SUPPORTED THIS RELEASE (A-Z):
Cristina Lazic, Disclosure, Domenico Scavone, Italobros, Juanito, Kidoo, Lonely, Melanie Ribbe, Ms. Mada, Paco Osuna, salute, Skizzo, Tyson O’Brien, VLTRA & More.

EL VIOLADOR ERES TÚ (LASTESIS 2020)

Lake Powel - Bright Eyes, Dirty Hair (Mooseface Saxy Edit)

Melbourne based producer Luke Galassi is next up on the label - bringing two deep cutting records that instantly create a groove. Out on the 17th June on bandcamp and 25th on spotify.

BANDCAMP: https://uniteddanceclub.bandcamp.com/album/luke-galassi-twisted-ep-udc002

Sax Thing (Hip Steady)

de Altfel

Related tracks