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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]

AJ Christou, Jesse Calosso - Small Talk (Original Mix)

Toman joins Cécille Records with robust rhythm on 4 track 'Dolce Far Niente' EP.

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Dolce Far Niente [CECILLE RECORDS]

Premiere: Toman - De Bongo Man [Cécille Records]

Reecords 55th release comes straight from the heart of Ibiza, literally. Invited by the Mixmasters team, Reelow got to the magic island teaching some of his production secrets to some lucky students, and this is the result: a collection of seven tracks in perfect Reecords fashion to make you dance throughout the summer.

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Premiere: Color.Love - Feeling Hot [Reecords]

Following their breakout first release, "Let Me See Ya," which amassed over a million views on Instagram and won the support of notable DJs like Stacey Pullen, Mason Collective, Silvie Loto, Kidoo, Ruben Mandolini, and Perky Wires, My House Is Your House returns with a powerful second release: "Everybody's Pumpin."

Drag & Drop, the duo who launched their DJ/producer journey in 2012, have consistently proven their talent by reaching the top 100 charts and making waves with their unique, old-school-inspired yet forward-thinking sound. With releases on esteemed labels such as Bedrock, Avotre, and Deeperfect, their music has gained strong support from industry heavyweights like Sven Väth, Carl Cox, and Jamie Jones. This time, they deliver a main track that skillfully melds old-school house roots with the modern touches of minimal deep tech, pushing the boundaries of contemporary electronic music.

The remix duties are in the hands of Gabriel Evoke, a master of groove who’s become known for his seamless Minimal Deep Tech productions and releases on well-respected labels such as Moan and Likeminded. For "Everybody’s Pumpin," he brings an elegant deep house interpretation with an edge of raw acid house, creating a remix that stands as both refined and intensely captivating.

With pre-orders on Beatport starting November 22, 2024, and the official release date on all platforms on December 6, My House Is Your House continues to build momentum with a sound and vision that promises to resonate far and wide.

Everybody's Pumpin

Everybody's Pumpin (Gabriel Evoke Remix)

AJ Christou & A-Trak link up with Robert Owens make their debut on Paradise Music with their EP 'Escape'.

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TRACKLIST
1. Escape ft. Robert Owens
2. Escape (Temple Dub) ft. Robert Owens

Rising star AJ Christou and Canadian dancefloor powerhouse and turntablist A-Trak’s deep, dreamy label debut on Jamie Jones’ Paradise Music features Chicago house legend Robert Owens on vocals and marks an impressive start to the label’s year.

After a busy 2024 that saw Christou make his Space Miami debut for Jones’ Paradise event and host his own label showcase at Hï Ibiza, he’s back in the studio with A-Trak, the New York-based luminary whose 25-year legacy includes Coachella performances, BBC Radio 1 Essential mixes, and global anthems as Duck Sauce alongside Arman Van Helden.

“Had a lot of fun working with the legends A-Trak & Robert Owens on this one! We started this record in New York at A-Trak's studio, it was the first track we had ever worked on together. Buzzing to see it coming out on Paradise in 2025!” - AJ Christou

Following their successful 2024 collaboration ‘Sway’ on A-Trak’s Fool’s Gold Records, the pair now deliver another killer track with ‘Escape’. The cut opens with a smooth and funky vibe, layering seductive house rhythms, weighty drums, and Robert Owen's alluring vocals to create a luscious wave of late-night wonkiness. The Temple Dub then takes over with Owens’ vocals at the forefront, set against a nimble bassline, snappy percussion, and sizzling synths.

Turn It Up (Original Mix)

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