Label Releases

Do As You Please return with their 4th label release in the shape of volume 1 of their annual compilation series, entitled “With Us”.

DAYP continue to champion their ethos of delivering tasteful, experimental and forward thinking music whilst supporting up and coming talent from the UK and beyond. This release houses a bustling line up of label mainstays and newcomers, some of which have recently received support from BBC Radio 1 DJs such as Jaguar, Danny Howard & Pete Tong. 

Over 9 tracks, the compilation explores timbral possibilities within house, acid, tech house, breakbeat, big beat and electro. The impactful, varied and dynamic collection of work embodies what Do As You Please is and strives to be as a label and music brand. 

The artists and label have defied the setbacks of the pandemic, coming together to showcase their slice of lockdown history in artistic form. As the world craves a renaissance of culture, on the cusp of an impending summer of love, this developing collective is showing signs of a prosperous future and being an important cog in defining an era of British dance music.

Release artwork provided by legendary Manchester designers, Trevor Johnson & John Walsh (FAC51 The Hacienda & Factory Records)  

Event artwork reworked by Roland Tiffany Design

Mastering by Jack Boston (Rockfield Studios)

With Us Vol. 1 VA Compilation // DAYPWU:001 PREVIEW

To mark this pivotal half decade anniversary, Manchester brand Do As You Please are launching an eight track VA compilation, trail-blazing some of Manchester's hottest prospects in electronic music. The release celebrates and redefines the label's sound, building the foundations for a powerhouse of talent. 

Shining a light on the North’s hotbed of innovative artistry and culture, and maintaining the brand’s ethos to nurture grassroots talent, all eight tracks on the release come from local producers. Do As You Please has called upon friends new and old to curate a collection of music that’s ready for a world stage.

The sound of the compilation is dynamic and doused in character and groove. Each track showcases the artist’s prowess within the sub-genre they’ve explored. Running through the release is a leading-edge UK and European deep & tech house sound, with Mica (UK)’s beautiful & deep “There’s Ya Dip”, Haze’s fun-loving but cool-as-they-come “Gelato”, and Moiser & Haze’s underground roller “Rula”. 

Swales’ “Forgiveness” provides a progressive, peak time, acid tinged masterpiece, affirming that the young producer’s devotion to his craft is paying dividends aplenty.  

 DAYP resident Rhodri’s “World Rhythm'' exquisitely flies the flag for the classic US house & techno sound, echoing the foundations of Manchester’s electronic scene.. An unrelenting, percussive piano groover giving a nod to the pioneering fathers of Chicago and Detroit.

Joe Roche’s candid approach to a driving dancefloor weapon with “Who’s This?”, is reminiscent of early Patrick Topping, with added underground acid appeal.

Samo Lung returns to the label with “Turbo Uber from TWH to DBA”. Sam’s seasoned ability and expertise shine throughout this track. A Nu-Trance acid pumper, purpose built for Manchester’s Strange Quarter venues - The White Hotel and Derby Brewery Arms, exactly what it says on the tin! 


Leeds’ event outfit, Limit’s boss Rowland (UK) closes the compilation with “Chaos Engine” - a journey best experienced locked in from start to finish. Hypnotic house music at its best with forward thinking ideology, arrangement and sound design.

With Us Vol 2. VA Previews // 5 Years of DAYP

Rolling into their 6th year, Manchester’s Do As You Please welcome back brand-head, Joe Roche, for his first EP since 2022.

Life since lockdown has seen Roche performing 150 gigs per year at home and abroad. Alongside supporting the Manchester DJ scene through his work with Reform Radio, and hosting regular events across the city, Joe has been working quietly on redefining his sound.

The first instalment comes in the form of DAYP:003, named after a new member of the DAYP family - Chunks the Maine Coon cat.

Chonk EP delivers a tasteful yet familiar sound palate, spanning peak-time main room to summertime terrace, exhibiting Roche’s signature sound design, versatility and fun-loving approach to house music.

Let’s Go maintains Joe’s anthemic, 90s infused production style, delivering blistering 909 drums, classic house piano and Detroit vocals. Chonk explores a blend of acid house, garage and electro, with focus on playful sound design and a mischievous disposition. The third track, Serious delivers an accessible and timeless deep house vibe, suitable for parties day and night. Finally, More Monie is a DC10 terrace ready, hip-house groover.

Over a year in the making, a strong offering from the returning producer.
credits
released April 26, 2024

Mixed by Niall Roche & Kieran Bradley
Mastered by Pete Maher
Artwork by Niall Roche & ASAP Studios

Chonk

Joe Roche - Chonk EP // DAYP:003 Previews

FULL RELEASE: 12/07/2024

As part of our continued expansion, Do As You Please (DAYP) proudly welcome FATOUR; an Amsterdam-based duo whose definitive sound draws inspiration from the 90s era, mixing across a spectrum influenced by Progressive, Hard and Classic House.

Over the years childhood friends Jur Bienfait and Teun Latour have shared and developed their passion for sourcing tracks and creating high energy sets.

Their constantly evolving sound has established FATOUR’s reputation as progressive producers. The release of this debut EP, and the collaboration with DAYP, heralds the next stage of an exciting musical journey for the talented Dutch duo.

The Beat Of The Drum EP delivers three tracks with a focus on 90s analogue elements, bringing in rolling basslines, edgy synthesizers and captivating vocals – DAYP introduce next-level Amsterdam talent…

FATOUR - Beat Of The Drum EP // DAYP:004 Previews

Coming in as the second release from label-head Joe Roche this year, Jacker EP delivers a current UK sound with Roche's signature 90s finesse.

This time he’s joined by Lacuna records’ Sansome on the remix…

Two regular faces on the Manchester club circuit come together for three mixes of the title track. Sansome's label debut follows an impressive string of label releases including Elrow, Surge, In The Know & Frisky Discs.

The EP features an original mix, hip-house mix and Sansome remix this ones ready to do the rounds for club season 2024.

Releases October 18, 2024

Jacker EP

Jacker

Joe Roche - Jacker EP inc Sansome remix // DAYP:005 Previews

We welcome label boss, Joe Roche, for the first release on the Do As You Please imprint. This comes in the shape of a limited 300 copy, four-track, 12” – White Umbrella.

Do As You Please is a Manchester based online record store and mix series, delivering a variety of musical styles and supporting local up and coming talent. Venturing to new territory, the brand has sights on gathering a strong artistic community and releasing music through the in-house label - showcasing what’s good up North. This release marks the start of that journey, and what better fashion to begin than a four-track Acid House EP? 

In a time of fast fashion and disposable culture, the label seeks to create art with character and longevity. The ethos is based around unlimited stylistic boundaries and strives to deliver quality first and foremost. The artwork has been curated by two invaluable members of the Mancunian graphic design community, Trevor Johnson & John Walsh. Both designers were a staple part of the Hacienda and FAC51 artwork team and have continued to share their talent and experience in the Manchester community since. 

DAYP:001 is a hi-octane affair, spanning across the Acid House spectrum. All tracks differing in style but maintaining pace and energy throughout. 

White Umbrella sets the tone with a big room warehouse, classic breaks feel - climactic drops and 90’s nostalgia at the heart. 

Dogmatic follows, with a down and dirty basement onslaught with devastating claps and lead line; to ensure any one-eyed pill pirates pull their socks up and stand attention. Electro/breaks aesthetic & full of surprises.

Rock ‘n’ Roll drives head first through anything it comes across. A track that has serious warehouse appeal and a thundering acid bravado. 4 to the floor acid thumper designed for big rooms and smiling yellow faces.
 
Double Lively bears a softer touch - with more intrigue and air to breathe. A bit Deep House, a bit Acid House. Day time blue skies or late-night euphoria. 

This release is a one off. Any represses going forward (if any) won’t include the artwork this one has. Do As You Please hope to make a lasting impression on anybody involved and would love for you to take this journey with us.

Release date TBA

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White Umbrella

Joe Roche - White Umbrella // DAYP:001 PREVIEW

Following our first release, we introduce 4 artists on remix duties for the Joe Roche & Friends White Umbrella Remix EP! 

Opening proceedings, Do As You Please welcome up and coming heavyweights in the Mancunian Drum and Bass scene. High Demand have turned an already hefty dance floor tune even more venomous. This remix boasts a 140 UKG aesthetic and would shut down any dance floor it comes across. Big movements as per from the Mancunian duo! 

Dogmatic’s been taken over by another young gun in the Drum and Bass scene. Enigma’s take on Dogmatic turns it into a skippy breakbeat anthem reminiscent of the warehouse glory days - modernised, sped up, twisted and turned. Think Special Request meets Stanton Warriors. Keep a close eye on this one, big things to come. 

NAV returns from his previous DAYP ventures with an absolute masterclass in progressive techno. Rock ‘n’ Roll’s been stripped down to its soul and bare bones and re-sculpted into a biblical techno journey that’ll take you to places you didn’t even know existed. Flawless production from the king of Progno.

Last but certainly not least we welcome back Janina J with her wobbly minimal antics! Cool as you like production from the Manchester based Dubliner. Taking the air from the original Double Lively and rebooting it with the contemporary micro goodness she does so well.

White Umbrella Remixes

Joe Roche & Friends - White Umbrella Remixes // DAYPRX:001 PREVIEW

Do As You Please proudly welcome Leeds heavyweight, Casika, to the roster; with his truly stand-out debut release, Awon Ilu. 

Translating from Nigerian to “The Drums”, Awon Ilu is a masterclass in assertive dancefloor aesthetic. This EP is a no-messing, heads down sensual assault, boldly making a worthy statement of arrival onto the label. 

Casika - Awon Ilu DAYP:002

1. Awon Ilu
2. Haç Club
3. Havana
4. Tami Yami

Music produced and mixed by Joe Johnson
Mastered by Joe Ford
Distributed by Cygnus

Release: 
Bandcamp & Beatport - 28/10/2020
All other platforms - 11/11/2020

Awon Ilu

Casika - Awon Ilu // DAYP:002 PREVIEW

Demos/Mixes/General Enquiries: Niall@doasyouplease.uk

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