Hannah Wants returns to Defected with the emotionally resonant ‘Hold Me’, co-written by featuring vocalist, frequent collaborator and good friend ARA. The release follows the major success of their previous Defected single ‘The One’ in 2023, which conquered radio stations and received extensive club play across the UK thanks to its infectious hook and haunting vocals. Described by Hannah as ‘her favourite record to date’, the production and lyrics of ‘Hold Me’ come together to create cathartic release for the DJ - showcasing the sound of an artist who advocates fiercely for music with meaning alongside her reputation for making bass-heavy rollers built for the club.

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Long-time friend of Defected Ferreck Dawn returns with ‘Make Me Weak’, featuring vocals from Caroline Byrne. A Dutch powerhouse who in 2024 played for the London label at Wembley’s OVO Arena, the summer season at Ushuaïa Ibiza, its flagship festival in Croatia and world tour stop in Toulouse, Ferreck continues to rep Defected on an international level - now preparing for the label’s season at Pacha Ibiza. His busy touring schedule was matched by his Defected output, working with Maverick Sabre, New Machine, GUZ, MEDUZA and Clementine Douglas on a string of tracks last year. Returning to the label in 2025, Ferreck collaborates with Caroline Byrne, a prolific dance music singer / songwriter who has previously featured on tracks with Gorgon City, Tudor, and TSHA. ‘Make Me Weak’ is a groovier, more synth-laden outing for Ferreck, spotlighting Caroline’s airy topline layered in harmony, creating a vocaloid-like effect that aligns perfectly with Ferreck’s signature, hard-hitting production.

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Ferreck Dawn Feat. Caroline Byrne - Make Me Weak

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The GRAMMY-nominated Nic Fanciulli unites with vocalist and songwriter Marc E. Bassy for ‘Hold On’ on Defected. Since previous label hits ‘I Want You’ with Butch and ‘Vente’ with Callussa, Nic Fanciulli has continued to nurture his Saved imprint, releasing ‘Set Me Free’ with Robert Courtois, a future club classic and five-week Beatport No.1 still receiving consistent club play nearly a year later. Continuing to build his relationship with Defected, 2025 will see Fanciulli play the label’s Pacha Ibiza residency and both flagship festivals in Croatia and Malta. For his anticipated Defected return, ‘Hold On’, Fanciulli collaborates with celebrated crossover artist Marc E. Bassy. House fans will recognise Marc’s buttery smooth vocals from Louie Vega and The Martinez Brother’s seminal Defected favourite ‘Let It Go’. ‘Hold On’ also places Marc’s precise yet smooth San Fran sway front and centre, combining with Nic Fanciulli’s cool, metropolitan production to create a soon-to-be summer smash for the modern age.

Nic Fanciulli & Marc E. Bassy - Hold On

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Two undeniable House heavyweights return to Toolroom after last year’s respective hits ‘Sunglasses’ from Wh0 and David Penn’s club anthem ‘Satisfied’. Set to be another stand out moment over the summer months, ‘La Fiesta’, is infectious feel-good House, with its Salsa infused piano and distinct Latin flavour.

House royalty Wh0 need no introduction; Grammy nominated, with countless releases on the label and production credits across a myriad of artists. Equally, Spanish House veteran David Penn ranks as the number 1 House artist of all time, with a career that demonstrates his consistent passion and enthusiasm for the genre. The pairing makes for a class production, nodding to the golden era of ‘Soul Furic’, albeit with a tougher, dancefloor ready groove.

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