Australia based Caleb Jackson lands on Desert Hearts Records with the spicy EP “The Romancer”. Caleb is known for his psychedelic take on House that has put him behind the decks at legendary venues such as S.A.S.H, Lost Paradise and Burning Man. His debut on Desert Hearts Records showcases his brilliant production skills. The title track drives forward with an energy loaded groove and funky synths. It is bouncy House with a modern twist and some serious percussive work. The repetitive vocal elements sublimely follow the charismatic flow, melting together with the quirky sounds. 

“Delyte” carries on the energetic vibe with a playful bassline and frisky percussion. A more prominent vocal smoothly pushes us into the drop building some proper momentum before the upbeat release flushes over us. Caleb delivers a groovy and catchy two-tracker ready to create some good vibes on the dance floor.

Caleb Jackson - The Romancer (Original Mix)

The Desert Hearts Family has found itself at the center of a dusty movement, fostering intimate experiences of sonic joy and unbounded love across the globe. Part boutique festival, part record label, and part globetrotting party brigade, this ragtag crew of dreamers has emerged as a vibe-focused force radiating a conscious ethos of House, Techno and Love. Desert Hearts has given rise to a family of tens of thousands and it's safe to say the Love Movement isn’t slowing down anytime soon.

In 2022 Beth Lydi released her much acclaimed first LP “This is Love” on their house oriented label Desert Hearts Records, and with that came the idea for a collaboration with Change the Beat for a remix contest. Change the Beat (formerly #23by23) partners with record labels and assists them in discovering and signing female or gender non-conforming producers. It’s a campaign from Sydney Blu which was created with the help of DJ Rebekah and Native Instruments.

The campaign is a call to action for all record labels in electronic music, regardless of size and stature, to help boost the percentage of women, trans and non-binary artists signed and discovered by various dance music imprints (the percentage currently averages less than 5%), a message that lies at the heart of the Desert Hearts message of inclusion and love.
Beth Lydi is a Berlin-based DJ, producer and label boss of her own label SNOE. She continues to grow as a rising name within the realms of house and tech house. Raised in Oslo, Lydi’s recent material has taken her stateside with a series of releases via DIRTYBIRD, Percomaniacs and Desert Hearts Records, where she released the original ‘This Is Love’.

From more than 30 competition entries 3 remixes were chosen as the top 3 and will now be released one the label as well.
Sivz won first place and delivers the first remix. Sivz is an artist born out of relentless hard work and passion for the party. Using catchy lyric writing, intricate percussion, rhythmic vocal chops, and dominant vocals as her ultimate tools for expression, her releases on Farris Wheel Recordings, Monstercat, and Force of Habit have received support from industry veterans like Chris Lake, CID and Claptone.

The second remix comes from Sagia. Sagia’s musical style is characterised by instrumentally rich sounds with solid bass line and spatial & energetic vibes of melodic house & techno. Her musical sensitivity and drive translates into her own productions and remixes. Sagia has always been fascinated with the positive energy of music and has played in the UK, US, Spain, Poland, France, Cyprus, Malta & The Netherlands and at official events during WMC (Miami) & ADE (Amsterdam). She accompanied many of her favourite DJs and producers such as Umek, Oxia, Coyu and Tiger Stripes to name a few.

Coming in hot with the third remix is DOMii. DOMii is making creative waves both stateside and all across the planet! Fresh off releases on Maison Fauna Records, Brooklyn Fire Records, and Hau5trap, DOMii brings a unique and raw style w/ her live performances and original music that is only matched by impressive technical aptitude. A fixture in the South east music scene, she also has spearheaded “Housework CLT” an underground dance music party in collaboration with Nomad Talent and “Girls Room” a party celebrating queer women in music & art. As a DJ there is no genre or style safe when Domii is at the controls, but she remains an expert at maintaining that essential house groove.

Beth Lydi — This Is Love (Sivz Remix)

One of Desert Hearts Records’ most beloved formats is back! With Family & Friends, Vol. 6 we introduce and reintroduce some of our favourite artists and their newest music. Setting it all off are our good friends Mat.Joe and Otistic with the groove loaded “Concussion”. A dirty bassline and funky synths give us just the right vibe for the night. We are happy to see Ocean Roulette back in town with his brand new tune “Phyllis”. House inspired chords meet an incredibly catchy groove, creating a smooth and playful style.

David Paul joins the Desert Hearts family for the first time with “Pump the Funk”. The tune is a loaded ball of energy with chopped vocals, wild percussions and a funky bassline giving off some proper vibes. Taking control of the music-verse next is Revel Yelle. Also premiering on the label he serves us a juicy slice of pumping groove with a side of heavy bass and on point percussions.

Cutting through at half-time, Wet Velvet joins the fun with his more minimal “Break this Beat”. He introduces himself with a bouncy tune made up off detailed and crafty drum work. The track builds up some solid momentum in the break, introducing that heavy hitting bass when the drop kicks in. Up next is Color.Love with her track “Roller”. Crafty synths swoop the grounds and build some tension while quirky elements bounce off the catchy groove.

Nik Thrine’s “The One” is an ode to late nights and slow mornings with a shimmering synth soundscape and breaky beat. The beautiful vocal and supporting chorus build up the atmospheric journey, and we are here for it. Last but definitely not least, Sunday Noise and Ben Finx give us an energetic infusion with their track “Green Cows”. The deep groove drives forward with smooth percussive work and laid back vocals, excellently rounding up the release with a vibe.

The release gives us a phenomenal collection of tracks where all the artists showcase their characteristic style and energy. We can’t wait to get these gems out to the dance floors across the globe. Enjoy our new Family & Friends, Vol. 6.

David Paul - Pump Up The Funk (Original Mix)

Revel Yelle - Too Late, Heartbreak (Original Mix)

Wet Velvet - Break This Beat (Original Mix)

[BIRDFEED EXCLUSIVE] Lipgloss debuts on the Feed with “Glitch Queen”!

How long have you been creating music? 

I started aimlessly playing around in Ableton in 2018. I was 100% stuck in the "loop phase" until I attended one of Justin Jay's FREE online production courses in November of 2022 when I finished my first track (it was a horrible remix of 'Popular' from Broadway's Wicked...lol). So I started creating actual music about a year ago :)

What do you use to make your tracks?

I use Ableton Live 11 Suite!

How and when did you first discover Dirtybird? 

I first discovered Dirtybird from seeing Justin Martin at Venue 578 in Orlando, Florida about 7 years ago! I've been completely hooked ever since! 

Which Dirtybird artist would you want to collaborate with the most? 

I've tried to narrow it down to just one - but I really can't choose between Nala, Steve Darko, Justin Jay, and of course Claude VonStroke. I'm endlessly inspired by the four of them in very different and unique ways. 

If your entire life was a movie, what title would best describe you? 

Living on the Fine Line Between Delusion and Optimism

What's the best concert you've ever been to? 

Oh this is a tricky one! It has to be a tie between One Direction in Indianapolis, 2015 (this was their last tour :"( - 1D FOR LIFE!!) and Downtempo Night of Tipper's 3-night run at Saenger Theatre in New Orleans, 2020. 

If you could time travel, where and when would you go? 

I would go back to 2012, the year I started high school, to tell my past self the things that would end up being most important to me - and to focus on those goals rather than what society attempts to shape us into at such a young age. I'd also tell myself "No Brendan, you can't pretend to be straight your entire life - come out of the closet now...you'll be much happier" (LOL)

What species of bird best describes you and why? 

I'd have to say the Scarlet Macaw! I had a summer job as a bird handler at an aquarium when I was a teenager. My best friend that summer was Cici, a Scarlet Macaw. I loved that bird so much and I felt like we were very in-tune with one another. I still miss her to this day! 

What does Dirtybird mean to you? 

My entire life revolves around music - and not to be dramatic (lol), but Dirtybird is kind of like home to me! There's a consistent and undeniable feeling of community and love with pretty much every Dirtybird event! Rather it be a Dirtybird artist on tour, or an entire festival - the music always brings me to "that place" of euphoria. I'm extremely honored and grateful to be releasing music on Birdfeed!

Glitch Queen

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Lipgloss - Glitch Queen [BIRDFEED]

Nik Thrine - The One (Original Mix)

Color.Love - Roller (Original Mix)

Ocean Roulette - Phyllis (Original Mix)

I have a special release today on Desert Heart Records called 'Song 4 Finn', the most personal track I've ever made, dedicated to my son. Having a kid while working as a professional DJ is complicated. It hurts leaving him while touring, but it's also how I make a living so I have to suck it up. I will say there's nothing better than getting home and having my little guy run up and hug me. I hope you guys vibe with this one, as I've loved playing this one out in all my sets. 👶

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Mikey Lion - Song 4 Finn

Our latest release comes this time again from the Afterwork Sounds founders themselves.
After 'FOCUS', the next track 'ELEVATE' has now been released and is supported by a Dub Techno remix by the Colombian DJ & producer Ye-Llow.

Elevate (Original Mix)

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Li.La - Elevate (Original Mix)[AFTERWORK048]

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Desert Hearts is a tribute to House, Techno, & Love. 

What started as a renegade gathering in the Mojave has blossomed into a movement celebrating love, life, and music. With the annual Desert Hearts Festival holding down the roots of the movement while the DH Crew circles the globe, Desert Hearts Records provides the soundtrack as our family spreads as much love and positive energy as humanly possible. House, Techno, & Love... We Are All Desert Hearts.

Label run by @mikeylion

We only accept demos that have streamable links with downloads enabled at demos@desertheartsrecords.com

Wet Velvet - Break This Beat (Original Mix)

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