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Midnight Time EP
A1 Closer (feat. AVA LAVÁ)
A2 Running from the noise (feat. Life on Planets)
A3 Midnight time (feat. AVA LAVÁ & Joey Hotwax)
B1 The answer
B2 Gratitude

This new EP is a perfect blend of the intricate, soulful songs and punchy club tracks we’ve come to love from Makèz, On the A-side, we’ve got the jazz cut ‘Closer’ with AVA LAVÁ, who fans will remember from their Holy Sun EP on Heist. ‘Closer’ is equally laidback, full of textures and rich musical elements and a perfect mood-setter for the EP.

Midnight Time EP

Makèz - Closer feat. AVA LAVÁ

Dam Swindle - Touch me again EP
A1 Touch me again
A2 Hang on
B1 The joy of melancholy
B2 Forever and ever

Dam Swindle return to Heist in excellent form with a 4-track EP in their signature style.  

The iconic Amsterdam duo returned to the studio after their much-lauded ‘Minor Fools’ EP, where the lead track ‘That’s Right’ became one of the most heartwarming tracks 2023. Their recent contribution to the Phonica 20-year compilation -‘Allright (just a tribute)’- is turning into one of the biggest hits of this year with big plays on pretty much every festival around, whether it’s Glastonbury or Dekmantel. The guys are known for their ability to bend different styles into something very much their own and their newest addition to the Heist catalog is no different. The ‘Touch Me Again’ EP sees them go from sample-heavy house to classic 90’s piano-driven tracks with a touch of acid and it’s one you don’t want to miss.  

The record starts with ‘Touch Me Again’, a house jam with chopped vocals, energetic synth stabs and a big breakdown. Add to that a touch of acid and you’ve got a follow-up to their Phonica hit of 2023. 

‘Hang On’ takes you back into classic Swindle territory, with their signature sampling style and knack for finding those lush vocals. The synth chops and bassline give the track its upbeat energy and the distant filtered pads move in an ever so subtle way, that there’s always something new happening while keeping the attention on that catchy main hook. 

On the flip, we see the guys take things a bit deeper with emotive vocals and introverted keys layered over a steady groove on their track ‘The Joy of Melancholy’. Fast-forward to the drop and all that energy comes free with a huge piano break, which propels the track into a blissful ‘hands-in-the-air’ dancefloor moment.  

The EP closes with ‘Forever and Ever’, a gospel-inspired Deep house tune full of organ hits and off-kilter sample chops. This 4-track EP gives you jam upon jam upon jam and sees Dam Swindle solidify their position as the go-to artist in the house scene and keeps them at the forefront of electronic music.   

Grab this record while you can and share the love, 

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Touch me again EP

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Dam Swindle - Hang on

Dam Swindle - The joy of melancholy

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COEO back on Toy Tonics! The German duo has been part of Toy Tonics since day one. Now they celebrate their return to Toy Tonics with an outstanding EP full of timeless, contemporary house music that also marks their 10th contribution to the label after their first release on the imprint 10 years ago. Their house vibes have been defining the sound of the Toy Tonics label for many years, and still now they regularly play the Toy Tonics events around the world. (The Toy Tonics Jams).

On this new EP one more time, the boys dive deep into the Italo & Piano House world, getting more electronic than ever. This EP is 100% in the vibe of now. With great piano chord drops that make everybody scream on the dance floor, with horn and synth melodies that you can sing along after you heard them one time only, and with classic house beats that are THE sound of today.

The main title, “Nostalgia,” is inspired by and a tribute to all the intimate and ecstatic moments they were able to share over the years with music lovers on festivals and in clubs around the world. The piano house theme on the A1 brings you into that festive mood of your last summer festival you have been to with your closest friends. 

Released 12.08.24

Coeo - Meet Me At The Cascades

Always a Choice EP
Label - interloot records
Released - 16th August 2024
Format - Vinyl/Digital
BUY FROM - https://interlootrecords.bandcamp.com/album/always-a-choice

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PREMIERE: Decent Rides - Stuff in Space [interloot records]

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Toy Tonics is back with an EP by indie disco producer and DJ David Bay. 
The four-tracker "Mixed Signals" is reminiscing the sound of the 2010s: Drums with a touch of 80s, synths that are silky-soft, bass lines that walk you through the song, and sounds that were chopped; they almost seem sampled. (But no samples in these tracks!). Some people might remember UK artists such as Les Rythmes Digitales or even Fatboy Slim, but also Chromeo or Breakbot when listening to these tracks. Yes, in fact, this sound is coming back now. Big time. And Toy Tonics being always a bit ahead of the wave, is serving the right tunes.
David’s music is sun-drenched, inevitably positive and in the best way accessible. Always on the verge between Disco, House and Indie. He’s playing bass-guitar, keys, organic drums and pairs them with clubby and edgy sounds. We're going for that place between retro and future, analog and digital, easy and uplifting, … You coming?
David is not new in the scene: he started off in music with his band Pool, when they were still kids - from playing at their schools they rapidly evolved to playing festivals such as SXSW, Melt! and toured with some of the biggest names in Indie Music, like The 1975. And he has collaborated with artists from any genre. For Toy Tonics, he helped to produce a band that released an album some years ago: The Phenomenal Handclap Band. He did the song  „Do What You Like“ and the single "Television" on Toy Tonics, but he also worked with dance artists such as Kapote and Solomon.
After contributing the mixes and productions for other people’s projects for quite some time, David felt the need to express himself through music with his very own alias. He started a label, Zissou Records, with his best friend DJ Dreams and released the first bunch of edits and original tracks on the imprint. Most recently, David released a remix on Bordello A Parigi from Amsterdam and a feature with Digitalism on Future Disco from London. 
The vocals on this EP come from vocalist Rita. Sometimes it is only distant bits, like on "Reverse Engineer", and sometimes it is a straightforward hook, like on "I Don’t Need A Reason To".

Released 16.08.24

David Bay - I Don't Need A Reason To (Extended Version)

Artist: Ralph Session 
Track: I Know You Can 
Release name: For The House Heads
Label: Quintessentials
Release date: 16-Aug-24
Buy: https://quintessentials.bandcamp.com

Ralph Session is no stranger to the House music scene. He’s been dropping House tunes for years on quality labels like Razor n Tape, Local Talk, Freerange, Nervous…and he’s not stopping there! His “For The House Heads” release on Quintessentials combines NYC Deep House vibes with modern &amp; classic touches. Awaiting you are 3 dope club cuts he’s crafted, complete with punchy beats, heavy bass lines, uplifting vocals and catchy melodies. This summer will be a hot one for the House heads!

PREMIERE: Ralph Session - I Know You Can [Quintessentials]

In the heart of Offenbach, where the city's pulse synchronizes with the beat of the night, stands the illustrious Robert Johnson Club. For a quarter of a century, it has stood as a bastion of sonic exploration, a sanctuary for those who seek solace in the rhythm, and a beacon of inspiration for the global electronic music community. As it proudly raises its glass to toast 25 years of unrivaled musical excellence, the echoes of countless memories reverberate through its storied halls.

To honour this landmark anniversary, Live at Robert Johnson presents a kinda like masters blueprint of sound: 'Tell Me Something Good - 25 Years of Famous When Dead!’ This compilation, aptly named after the club's mantra, serves not only as a celebration of its rich history but also as a testament to the enduring legacy of the artists who have graced its stage.

PREMIERE: Cinthie -  Roberta Johnson

ABUNDANCE VOL.3 LP
Label - Infinite Pleasure
Released - 6th September 2024
BUY FROM - https://infinite-pleasure.bandcamp.com/album/abundance-vol-3-inplcomp3

With ABUNDANCE VOL.3, we once again have the honor of sharing a substantial collection of music crafted by talented artists, both seasoned and emerging, spanning a wide spectrum of electronic excitement. This compilation is partly curated by Matan Klevan, who has reached out to talented artists he encountered during his global travels and explorations. We are proud to present these 15 tracks and hope sincerely, they bring you pleasure, infinitely.

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PREMIERE: SampleOS - Let's Talk About It [Infinite Pleasure]

Download/Vinyl/Stream: https://toy-tonics.lnk.to/EternalWaves

COEO back on Toy Tonics! The German duo has been part of Toy Tonics since day one. Now they celebrate their return to Toy Tonics with an outstanding EP full of timeless, contemporary house music that also marks their 10th contribution to the label after their first release on the imprint 10 years ago. Their house vibes have been defining the sound of the Toy Tonics label for many years, and still now they regularly play the Toy Tonics events around the world. (The Toy Tonics Jams).

On this new EP one more time the boys dive deep into the Italo & Piano House world, getting more electronic than ever. This EP is 100% in the vibe of now. With great piano chord drops that make everybody scream on the dance floor, with horn and synth melodies that you can sing along after you heard them one time only and with classic house beats that are THE sound of today.

The main title “Nostalgia” is inspired by and a tribute to all the intimate and ecstatic moments they were able to share over the years with music lovers on festivals and in clubs around the world. While the piano house theme on the A1 brings you in that festive mood of your last summer festival you have been to with your closest friends, the second track of the EP „Breeze“ takes it on a higher energetic level and combines a funky bass guitar with progressive house elements. Remember that special moment when you were attending your first full moon party in that far away country after you have finished school? That gentle wind blowing through the trees? „Breeze“ could be the soundtrack of that adventure.

On the B side, Italo house influenced „Meet me at the cascades“ captivates through a hypnotic approach and unfolds dreamy synth pads and arpeggios to take you on an imaginary journey to your favorite retreat, a place you feel safe.

The EP features 3 original tracks and also a remix by COEO friends Stump Valley. The former Dekmantel artists who now joined Toy Tonics. Stump Valley btw are Francesco and Aleksei. Aleksei also works under the name of Brian de Palma and will release a solo album soon on Peggy Gou’s label Gudu. Stump Valley‘s remix of „Nostalgia“ rounds up the EP with its stand out piano solo and marks the perfect end to an EP that is meant to stay in your head, just like all those intense memories which life in general evokes.

Released 06.09.24

Coeo - Nostalgia (Stump Valley Remix)

With Cheek, Phonk D serves up another good vibe sample work. A catchy disco loop meets funky percussions, a few filter tweeks and off you go...  For the 10th anniversary of the label, a long-awaited wish has come true: House and Disco icon Soundstream from Berlin has a take on the tracks and left his magic on one of his ultra-rare remixes.

PREMIERE: Phonk D - Cheek (Soundstream Remix)

Heist Recordings was founded by Dam Swindle as a means to gain full control over their own releases, and to create a stage for likeminded musicians to showcase their music. From the first release on, Dam Swindle’s “Break up to make up” EP in summer 2013, Heist has been a go to label for proper underground house and electronic music. Now, nearly 40 releases and 5 compilations in, Heist has brought forward artists like Frits Wentink, Nebraska, Adesse Versions, Fouk, Kassian, Nachtbraker and Alma Negra and continues to search for new talent, with Lars & Maarten fully focused on the A&R side of the label. 

Up till 2016, remixes on the label have been solely done by other original Heist artists on the yearly “Round up EP”, where the remixer and remixee get connected by the luck of the draw and a limited edition double pack is put out. After that, Maarten and Lars decided it was time to add remixers to the EP’s as well, which saw interesting collaboration, expanded the label family with names like Matthew Herbert, Tom Noble, Pépé Bradock, Ge-ology and Byron the Aquarius. 

2023 we've celebrated 10 years of Heist Recordings. The year showed a whole batch of new artists like Byron the Aquarius, Amy Dabbs and Cinthie and Dam Swindle themselves.

Makèz - Closer feat. AVA LAVÁ

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