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Rafael and Mishell unite for the first time on Jamie Jones’ Hot Creations with ‘Naughty’—a three-track package dropping on 25th April, featuring collaborations with British-Persian DJ/producer Nariman and vocalist Eliza Legzdina. 

Hotly tipped DJ/producer Rafael has been making his mark on labels like DFTD, Realm, and Maccabi House, including his recent team-up with Sapian for his Collecting Dots debut, ‘What What’. Now, linking up with fellow countryman Mishell, fresh from ‘Cantina’ on Get Physical Music, and ‘Lightweight’ on Diynamic, whose psychedelic take on House and Indie Dance continues to fuel both his productions and his event brand, Mess. Together, they make their label debut on Jones’ Hot Creations with ‘Naughty’, bringing a fresh burst of House energy as they blend their distinctive styles. 

“We came into the studio with no plans, no references—just good energy and a jam session that turned into something we’re really proud of. The idea was to blend tech-house grooves with big room vibes and a subtle ravey touch, and somehow… it just clicked. This EP marks a meaningful moment for us, not only because it’s our first time producing together, but also because throughout this process, we became really close friends. Releasing it on a label we both love and respect makes it even more special.” - Rafael / Mishell 

Rafael and Mishell open ‘Naughty’ with ‘Naaa’, where a punchy kick drum leads the way, building the groove with sharp stabs and twisting percussion. The energy shifts as ‘Naughty’ takes over, blending a menacing edge with a dynamic flow, as techy elements cut through a gritty bassline and warped snippets take you on a trip. To close, Rafael calls up Nariman—who has graced iconic venues like London’s Fabric, Brooklyn Mirage, and Glastonbury Festival—for ‘Another Dimension’, where a fusion of attitude, rich sonics, and energy meet, while Eliza Legzdina’s smooth vocals flow seamlessly throughout. 

Rafael x Mishell ‘Naughty’ EP drops via Hot Creations on 25th April 2025. 

Tracklist 
1. Rafael x Mishell - Naaa 
2. Rafael x Mishell - Naughty 
3. Rafael x Nariman ft. Eliza Legzdina - Another Dimension 


Rafael & Nariman ft. Eliza Legzdina - Another Dimension

Yamagucci - Untitled Punk

Cruisers EP

Cruisers

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Now on his fourth release with Maccabi House, Rafael continues to push boundaries and this time unveiling a bold evolution of his sound.
“U Make Me” fuses the emotional depth of indie dance with the kicking pulse of tech house, delivering a track that’s as heartfelt as it is dance floor-ready.

U Make Me

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Rafael - U Make Me

Dark Heart - Analog feat Amarha (Maori Extended Remix)

https://soundcloud.com/cristian-viviano

Returning for his second release on Maccabi House, Italian producer Cristian Viviano unveils “Ressources”. A track crafted with deep intention and unmistakable atmosphere from its onset. Finished during a visit in Tunisia, the track is a love letter to the essence of Maccabi’s sound. Designed with the textures and groove that Adam Ten and Mita Gami would resonate with.

RESSOURCES

Cristian Viviano - RESSOURCES

International DJs Rafael and EREZ collaborate on DFTD with ‘Left Right’. Having just topped Beatport’s genre chart with feel-good summer roller ‘U Make Me’, Rafael’s 2025 journey continues with multiple upcoming sets at Jamie Jones’ Paradise residency at brand new hyperclub UNVRS. On the studio side, Rafael returns to DFTD with ‘Left Right’, a follow up to 2024’s ‘Call 911’ with Adam Ten. For his latest DFTD hit he works EREZ, a talented singer, instrumentalist, songwriter, producer and DJ who has played on the world’s biggest stages, including Coachella, Outside Lands and the Brooklyn Mirage. Together the two deliver ‘Left Right’ an energetic record with undeniable dancefloor pull, spotlighting EREZ’s hook-filled vocal lines over Rafael’s electronic club sway.

Left Right (Extended Mix)

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Rafael x Erez - Left Right (Extended Mix)

Wanna Dance?

The Botanist - Wanna Dance?

https://soundcloud.com/darco-09

Darco steps into uncharted terrain with "We We We", revealing a deeper, more introspective side of his artistry. Written with contrast is mind, he gave birth to a sound unlike anything he’s released on Maccabi House before.

Darco - We We We

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Bruno Mars - 24K Magic (AIRBENDER TopBoard Edit)

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Voodoo Woman is a 4 Track EP written in the genre of Deep House.

Song Information: 4 Club Length Tracks:

Voodoo Woman (Version 1), Voodoo Woman (Version 2), Medicine Man (Version 1), Medicine Man (Version 2)

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Medicine Man (Version 2) (JohnnyDeepMusic.com) feat. Deep Owen

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.