Fighting Love

Fighting Love (Extended Mix)

Glaswegian tastemaker Arielle Free returns to Defected Records alongside multi-faceted Might Delete Later to deliver ‘Shy’. An accomplished DJ, producer and BBC broadcaster with a distinct house sonic, Arielle’s previous Defected release ‘Feels So Good’ was a 2023 standout, earning support from fellow BBC tastemakers Danny Howard and Jeremiah Asiamah. Her infectious sound has been heard widely across the UK and further afield, including sets at Defected’s biggest parties in 2024 – from their flagship festivals in Croatia and Malta to their open-air Ushuaïa Ibiza residency. For her latest club-ready release, Arielle is joined by Might Delete Later, a festival favourite and producer turning voicemails into music who has opened for Elderbrook, Moderat and Joy Anonymous and collaborated with Patrick Topping. Lyrically, ‘Shy’ is inspired by real confessions of insecurity and self-acceptance from an anonymous voicemail, per Might Delete Later’s unique process. Marking a fresh sonic approach for Arielle Free on Defected, the record utilises live instruments to support an uplifiting topline, creating a pepped-up dose of house that is sure to light up dancefloors and the airwaves alike.

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Arielle Free & Might Delete Later - Shy

Long-time friend of Defected Ferreck Dawn returns with ‘Make Me Weak’, featuring vocals from Caroline Byrne. A Dutch powerhouse who in 2024 played for the London label at Wembley’s OVO Arena, the summer season at Ushuaïa Ibiza, its flagship festival in Croatia and world tour stop in Toulouse, Ferreck continues to rep Defected on an international level - now preparing for the label’s season at Pacha Ibiza. His busy touring schedule was matched by his Defected output, working with Maverick Sabre, New Machine, GUZ, MEDUZA and Clementine Douglas on a string of tracks last year. Returning to the label in 2025, Ferreck collaborates with Caroline Byrne, a prolific dance music singer / songwriter who has previously featured on tracks with Gorgon City, Tudor, and TSHA. ‘Make Me Weak’ is a groovier, more synth-laden outing for Ferreck, spotlighting Caroline’s airy topline layered in harmony, creating a vocaloid-like effect that aligns perfectly with Ferreck’s signature, hard-hitting production.

Make Me Weak

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Ferreck Dawn Feat. Caroline Byrne - Make Me Weak

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Tony Romera returns to Toolroom with arguably his biggest single to date. Brimming with feel-good 80s flavour, ‘Time To Move’ has been on repeat for Tony at every show. Indeed, Romera’s forthcoming releases were easily the most heard tracks at this year’s Miami Music Week.

With forthcoming releases penned for Solid Grooves, Insomniac, and his own imprint ‘House Delivery’, Tony sets the bar high with impeccable production, partnered with an unforgettable vocal and a bassline that’s guaranteed to move the crowd.

Time To Move

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Tony Romera - Time To Move

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Over the last year Crusy has undoubtably hit another sweet spot with his recent collaborations garnering widespread DJ support. With the massive Dombresky collab ‘Casablanca’, ‘Watch Out’ with Tony Romera and Low Steppa, and ‘Night Train’ with David Penn on heavy rotation throughout clubs around the globe, ‘Kiki’ is certainly set to follow suit, keeping the underground flavour with a strong focus on the groove, albeit with an infectious vocal that’s guaranteed to be a crowd favourite this summer. Paving the way for a series of new releases its unsurprising why Madrid’s finest is ranked one of the world’s top producers.

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UK-based producer Rue Jay makes a powerful return to the dancefloor with his latest double-header EP, Bring The Beat Back / I Want Your Love, landing on Wh0 Plays Records. Packed with high-energy grooves and infectious hooks, this two-tracker is a masterclass in peak-time house music.

I Want Your Love EP

I Want Your Love

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Rue Jay - I Want Your Love [Wh0 Plays]

Put Your Love On Me (feat. Henry Camamile)

Put Your Love On Me (feat. Henry Camamile) [Club Mix]

The GRAMMY-nominated Nic Fanciulli unites with vocalist and songwriter Marc E. Bassy for ‘Hold On’ on Defected. Since previous label hits ‘I Want You’ with Butch and ‘Vente’ with Callussa, Nic Fanciulli has continued to nurture his Saved imprint, releasing ‘Set Me Free’ with Robert Courtois, a future club classic and five-week Beatport No.1 still receiving consistent club play nearly a year later. Continuing to build his relationship with Defected, 2025 will see Fanciulli play the label’s Pacha Ibiza residency and both flagship festivals in Croatia and Malta. For his anticipated Defected return, ‘Hold On’, Fanciulli collaborates with celebrated crossover artist Marc E. Bassy. House fans will recognise Marc’s buttery smooth vocals from Louie Vega and The Martinez Brother’s seminal Defected favourite ‘Let It Go’. ‘Hold On’ also places Marc’s precise yet smooth San Fran sway front and centre, combining with Nic Fanciulli’s cool, metropolitan production to create a soon-to-be summer smash for the modern age.

Nic Fanciulli & Marc E. Bassy - Hold On

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🔥 New Tribal Afro House Remix 🔥
Here’s my fresh take on Vaitimbora by Trinix — a deep, hypnotic journey blending tribal percussion, afro rhythms, and immersive grooves. Perfect for late-night vibes and dancefloor energy.

Turn it up, feel the pulse, and let the rhythm carry you. 🌍✨
