Mala Ika is a French artist, DJ and producer - born and raised in Guadeloupe, and now based in Paris. Following stellar musical contributions to noted labels such as Jennifer Cardini's Correspondant, and quietly honing her craft throughout lockdown, she's emerged with the fifth edition of Dessert - Es Regnett ueberall.
Meaning "it's raining everywhere" in English, the title itself is misleading. Contained within Mala Ika's titular track and its package of three remixes is an abundance of light, motion and joyous expression. The lead track is a dynamic but slow burning dancefloor strider, tying early 90s house motifs to arpeggiated disco grooves, with a chopped vocal hook leading proceedings.

With the first remix is Alinka, known for previously penning tracks on Crosstown Rebels & Classic, who strips and reshapes the components of the original into a sturdy, versatile dancefloor tool.

Next up, Musumeci (Diynamic, Innervisions, Multinotes) serves up a punchy, powerhouse flip of the original, which he and Lehar used to work many dancefloors into a frenzy throughout pride month.

To close out, K7! Poker Flat and Exploited alumni Joyce Muniz takes it into altogether loftier territory, looping the vocal over the top of a warm, arpeggiated bassline, boosted to the brim with main-stage sonic energy.

Together, Es Regnett ueberall comprises four diverse but equally deadly rhythmic workouts, capable of conquering dancefloors and loosening limbs around the globe.

Mala Ika - Es regnet überall -Musumeci Remix

Feeling Mumbled Remixes

James Curd - Feeling Mumbled (Eddie Leader Remix) (Exploited)

Jennifer Cardini’s imprint Correspondant return with their fourth instalment of the ’Numéro’ series with contributions from respected luminaries of the scene Sarah Wild, David Kochs & Raphael Schön, Keith Holland and DC Salas. Numéro 4 kicks off with the tone setting, progressive Italo-dance adjecent anthem ‘Ready To Fly’ by Sarah Wild. Up next is Kochs & Schön’s collaboration on ’Sweet In Mind’ which merges the pairs signature sounds into an emotive, versatile track playable in multiple contexts. Keith Holland’s ‘Arte’ effortlessly blends classic 90s house motifs with a modern touch. Closing out the impressive four track is Belgium’s DC Salas and ‘Moving Shadows’. The track is a journey through the extremes: dark basslines vs euphoric melodies, embodying the essence of our world: a world full of contradictions. An expertly compiled V/A, Numéro 4 brings together tracks which are both complimentary and different in equal measure.

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Artist: Sarah Wild
Track: Rush
Remix by: Musumeci
Label: Dessert
Release date: 22.04.2024

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Youtube: https://youtu.be/rfPQWDJW9k0

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Photography: Brix & Maas
Creative Direction: Just Lauren
Model: Sara @ Esselle Agency
Location: Berlin

premiere | Sarah Wild - Rush (Musumeci Remix) | Dessert

Niv Ast is an artist who very much operates 'out of the box'. His work on Correspondant, Optimo, Disco Halal, Watergate Records and Get Physical - as well as his work via his own label Band Apart - is bold, line-blurring club gear making him a perfect candidate for an Exploited Club release.

Niv Ast is inspired by the psychedelic waves of acid, the attitude of the punk-rock and the light headed groove of disco. His music is regularly played by DJ Tennis, Jennifer Cardini, Polo & Pan among others. He has performed alongside Tale Of Us, Seth Troxler, Amelie Lens, Blond:ish and many more.

'Tainted In The Sun' kicks things off with a Manchester chorus beaming out over stroppy power chords and a throbbing kick. Progress marches on, gathering colour as it blooms into a synth-driven haze adorned with brass flashes, spiralling sequences and a straight-talking snare. The vibe is heady, infectious and a touch subversive - a slice of euphoric recall for anyone who barely remembers the 90s.

'Don’t Belong' follows up with an Indie-Italo hybrid. Tough, muscular drums anchor the groove while a flexible synth line gently pulls things astray. Clever sequencing has the track swelling in layers as a brooding intensity builds up towards a bridge of darting strobes. The refrain drives back in, hooking the listener back in and capping off a boisterous pastiche; one that strums a certain nostalgic chord whilst also presenting something fresh and novel.'

Artist: Niv Ast
Release: Tainted In The Sun
Label: Exploited Club
LC: 96788
Cat: EXP152
Publishing: Exploited Ghetto Music Publishing/Sony ATV
Beatport Pre-order: 08.11.24
Release Date Streaming/Beatport: 15.11.24
Release Date Global Download: 29.11.24

Tainted In The Sun

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Niv Ast - Don't Belong (Instrumental) (Exploited Club)

Respect

The Breaker

The Breaker (feat. Tommyboy (IT))

'Samemala' is the debut album from Joi N' Juno and heralds the second long player released on the Portuguese based Canopy imprint.

David Baluteau aka Joi N’ Juno is a vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, producer and full-time studio engineer with many years honing his craft. David earned his stripes as founder, composer and lead singer of the cult French drum & bass-electro-punk band “La Phaze” which has been running successfully for 25 years and recently concluded an extensive 2- year tour.

Now focusing on this new chapter in his creative journey, Joi N’Juno serves up an album that is at the same time both fresh & mature. The album encompasses a range of influences, from classic 70s and 80s disco vibes a là Niles Rogers, zouk boogie from Kassav, afro funk vibes from Nigeria as well as modern disco house motifs.

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Premiere: Joi N' Juno - Samemala [Canopy Records]

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Brandy Zardinelli Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandyzardinelli/?hl=de

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/brandyzardinelli

Chickpeas

Brandy Zardinelli - Chickpeas

A Poker Flat Recordings classic 
Vinyls & more: https://pokerflatrecordings.bandcamp.com/merch  Dive into our timeless essentials catalog: https://on.soundcloud.com/TnvhHd8H57QtcpVz5

That Kid

Founded by @tompetersworld

Welcome to DESSERT. - A night of Hypnotic Techno, mixed with Indie Dance and House and a drop of acid. DESSERT label continues the adventurous ethos of the events with a broad range of sounds and characters, as well as a dynamic approach that includes boundary-pushing livestreams and much more.

Established in 2012, Dessert is serving in Berlin.

Residents: @primal_state @bertolt-meyer @tompetersworld

Artists line-up includes: Rodhad, Honey Dijon, Toto Chiavetta, Recondite, Rene Wise, Lady Starlight, Marcel Fengler, Patrick Mason, Monoloc, Yotam Avni, DJ Hell, Locked Groove, Camea, Ryan James Ford, Oliver Deutschmann, Jon Hester, Thomas Hessler, Denise Rabe,  Resom, Konstantin Sibold, Glowal, Caleb ESC,  Claire Morgan, Dj Teeth, Anna Wall, Ewan Pearson , Lake People , Sandrino , Baikal, Magit Cacoon , Eric Volta , Mimi love , Magdalena , Benjamin Alexander , Reznik, Santiago Lecce, Tom Clark and many others.
At other Berlin locations, Dessert has featured artists like Mind Against , Ellen Allien , Marcus Worgull , Culoe De Song , Deniz Kurtel , Hunter/Game, Tiger Stripes , Sasse , Aere Negrot , Smash TV , Coco , Un_node Live and many more.

Mala Ika - Es regnet überall -Musumeci Remix

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