Our first time working with @boysnoize back in 2020…
 
‘Mvinline’ samples the all-time classic from Black Ivory, and is a disco house pumper that came out during lockdown, which finally got the reaction it deserved when he played it at @defectedcroatia earlier this year. 
 
Featured in our Defected Classics playlist - link in bio. 🔗
 
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'Mvinline'

Boys Noize 'Mvinline'

East-London's Riva Starr joins Defected's illustrious list of House Masters as he continues to establish himself as one of the world's top DJs and producers. Growing up surrounded by the rich musical culture of Southern Italy, Starr's influences come from all over; the sounds of Africa, Greece, Spain and the Balkans are ever-present within his revered house releases. Genre-wise his approach is similarly expansive, first falling for breakbeat after years of experimentation in Naples, before exploding onto the UK fidget and deep house scene in the noughties. Years later, the Snatch! owner's epic catalogue is brimming with the very best club music this side of the millennium, unrestricted by genre convention and bursting with eclectic samples and unpredictable references. This compilation features club belters alongside deeper cuts that seamlessly mix addictive vocal samples with hard-hitting house rhythms, as well as expert remixes and collaborations with fellow industry titans. Todd Terry, Mike Dunn, Groove Armada, Jocelyn Brown, Dennis Ferrer, Green Velvet, Harry Romero; the list of legendary artists that feature in Starr's eclectic discography is as endless as it is impressive, and throughout it all the Ibiza hitmaker maintains a signature sound that is distinctly Riva Starr.

The Loft

Riva Starr feat. Dajae ‘The Loft’

D’Angelo – Tribute Collection (Created by H-dMan Such)

This is not just a tribute.
It’s a conversation with the soul of D’Angelo — between heaven and the streets, between silence and rhythm.
A deep, spiritual fusion of nu-soul harmonies, African-American choir voices, and minimal deep-house grooves, made for that late-night moment when memories become music.

The songs were created as a memorial session among friends, celebrating the legacy of a man who gave us timeless melodies and divine emotion — a teacher, a brother, a spirit above us.

🕊️ “From the ashes, he fly — above us, among angels.”
🎹 Produced & written by H-dMan Such
#NuSoul #DeepHouse #Tribute #Dangelo #SoulfulHouse #JazzVibes #H-dManSuch #MemorialGroove #NeoSoul

D'Angelo, friend of mine.

sombr - 12 to 12 (WARMING remix)

Marco Manrique and Simon Cortez, who together form Filta Freqz, showcase their versatility in their debut for DFTD, 'Master Blaster EP'. The title track 'Master Blaster' features hip-hop vocals and a swinging 4/4, accented by sax blasts and a funking bass bridge. 'Show Me', utilises a similarly direct 4/4 but is otherwise a far cry from the New York hip-hop style first track. It comes as a classic feel-good house track with soul powerhouse vocals, piano riffs and a pumping bassline. A very strong debut EP demonstrating some seriously diverse influences from the Filta Freqz duo.

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Filta Freqz 'Master Blaster'

Josh Butler returns with yet another knockout production on Defected. The deep and groovy ‘Feels Good’ gained immediate attention when the DJ Mag and Beatport award-winning producer premiered it on his BBC Radio 1 Essential Mix on earlier this year. The track has an authentic house sound, as Josh blends uplifting synths and rave stabs with the feel-good powerhouse vocals of soul duo HanLei, noted for their work as Grace Jones’ backing singers. On the Dub, Josh brings the composition to heavy hitting grounds, with a deeply rhythmic bassline and breakdowns, which have already been slaying dancefloors in Ibiza and Croatia. Having worked closely with key players such as Kerri Chandler, Steve Lawler and Joris Voorn on previous releases, ‘Feels Good’ solidifies Josh as one of the most prolific and in demand producers currently on the scene.

Josh Butler featuring HanLei 'Feels Good' (Extended Mix)

Your Love

Your Love (Extended Mix)

Remember Me

Remember Me (Franky Rizardo Remix)

Black Hole Amsterdam Dance Event Sampler 2011

Yo Yo Get Funky (2011 Original) [feat. Fast Eddie]

Darius Syrossian makes his DFTD debut with storming two-track delivery ‘Tivoli’s Groove’, after releasing acclaimed EP ‘Come On Come On’ on sister label Defected in 2019. An artist who lives and breathes dance music, Darius’ latest delivery showcases his unwavering devotion to producing quality dance cuts that defy genre constraints. Opening with ‘Tivoli’s Groove’, an irresistible 4/4 swing and undulating beat give the title track infinite club appeal. The bumping ‘Mustang 74’ follows, as a full throttle bassline, percussive stabs and warm synths work in total harmony. An artist whose roots lie firmly in the principles of house and techno, Darius’ musical philosophy shines through on this stellar delivery.

Darius Syrossian - Tivoli's Groove

Darius Syrossian - Mustang 74

Launching early June 2013, DFTD is a breakout label to Defected Records. Focusing on fresh, new and undiscovered talent from around the globe - along with the occasional curveball release from established acts, DTFD has released music from the likes of Guti, Jonas Rathsman, Forrest, Andre Lodemann and NiCe 7 over the past 5 years.

DFTD complements its parent label and has a more diverse musical remit, releasing a broad range of electronic music, focussing on quality, discerning dance music.