Canadian multi-instrumentalist Jex Opolis lays out a jubilant, latin house take on Ali X and Mafara's Mi Dios Mi Amor.

Be it through cassettes in the 90s, as part of Electro duo DVAS in the 00's, through hardware performance or through remixing the likes of Peggy Gou and Lenny Kraviz for XL in 2023 - Jex has stuck to his guns and expressed himself in singular fashion. His sound has remained celebratory, vibrant and floor focused and his revision of Mi Dios Mi Amor is right in line with his canon.

A tight, bossy groove kicks things off as a deep-set organ rebounds off ecstasy drenched stabs and a firm, bouncing kick drum. Vocals slap in, percussion keeps hustling and while a classy string is gently draped in overhead. A playful mid-section opens out allowing space for warped, fanged bass licks and some chorus vocals.

Feverish sequencing keeps the energy right up as short breakdowns kick back quick right until the finals bars. A radio edit and a dub provide functional variety to an already potent recording that harnesses all of the picante verve of the original.

Artist: Ali X
Release: Mi Dios Mi Amor Feat. Mafara (Jex Opolis Remix)
Label: Exploited Club
LC: 96788
Cat: EXP161
Beatport Pre-order: 11.07.25

Release Date Streaming/Beatport: 18.07.25
Release Date Global Download: 01.08.25

Mi Dios Mi Amor Feat. Mafara (Jex Opolis Remix)

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exclusive | MADVILLA - And Chill... (Happy Pill Mix) | Hot Wings Trax

There’s no denying that MADVILLA is in a purple patch. Following the success of his "Locked In EP" on Garrett David’s Global Swing - a record that’s already edging into modern classic territory - and the "6AM EP", the ninth release on his own Hot Wings Trax, the Californian-born, London-based producer returns with "I Said Dance!", a four-tracker that bridges funk-drenched house, West Coast groove and UKG swagger with his trademark laid-back cool.

Landing as the tenth release on Hot Wings Trax, "I Said Dance!" pushes further into MADVILLA’s singular vision of dance music - refined yet cheeky, classic yet future-proofed. Sitting right in the heart of this offering is "And Chill... (Happy Pill Mix)", a track that manages to distill everything that makes the producer’s output so addictive.

Opening with a nod to EPMD’s iconic “You gots to chill” vocal - flipped with a grin and softened into a mellow mantra - the track drifts effortlessly into a warm, grooving low-end, that signature MADVILLA bassline that refuses to pick sides between House and Tech House, instead occupying a sweet spot entirely its own. There’s bounce, but no brashness. There’s funk, but it’s featherlight.

A jazzy yet deep synth line creeps in, giving the tune its melodic heart - smooth, slightly melancholic, yet fully committed to the mood. From there, "And Chill... (Happy Pill Mix)" builds not in intensity but in richness, layering subtle pads, twinkling textures, and enough swing in the percussion to keep the heads nodding and the bodies moving. Deep, but not dour. Jazzy, but never self-indulgent.

Like much of MADVILLA’s best work, it’s a track that seems to radiate from the center of the dancefloor, best heard at that golden hour between night and morning when grins widen and time loosens its grip. "And Chill... (Happy Pill Mix)" isn’t just a vibe -  it’s a statement of intent from an artist fully in his stride, shaping his own corner of the underground with unshakable ease.

With "I Said Dance!", MADVILLA continues to prove he doesn’t just make tracks for the moment - he makes records that linger.

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Label: Circa Groove
Artist: Rupert Ellis
Format: Digital
Cat. Number: CGR016 
EP Title: Make Me High EP
Release Date: August 1st, 2025
Support it: https://circagroove.bandcamp.com/album/rupert-ellis-make-me-high-transcend-ep

Rupert Ellis returns to Circa Groove with his Make Me High (Transcend) EP - his third release on the label. This four-track offering features three original cuts alongside a stellar remix from Christopher Ledger. Showcasing Rupert’s versatility as an artist, the EP moves seamlessly from peak-time dancefloor weapons to blissful sunrise moments, delivering something special for every hour of the night.

Circa Groove
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Swiss maestro and Vibes and Grooves label head Shaka AKA aka Kurt Spichiger is a long-time soulful house devotee who has been at it since the mid-90s on labels like Nervous, Kolour LTD and Local Talk. Here he lands on Mister Bear with an EP that oozes classy house soul from the off with 'High On You' featuring original vocals written and performed by Eva Christine Flury. 'Smooth Cut' is just that, with its heartfelt pain chords and noodling synth solos, 'Latin Love Affair' brings the heart with a samba-inspired percussive shuffle and big horns to close an essential EP for summer fun.

VINYL:
https://www.juno.co.uk/products/shaka-latin-love-affair-ep-vinyl/1089028-01/

DIGI:
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Label: GLBDOM Classic
Artists: Herb Rhythm, Queenie Moy
Format: Digital + Vinyl
Cat. Number: CLASSICWAX04
Release Title: True EP
Support it: https://www.juno.co.uk/products/herb-rhythm-true-feat-ease-up-george-remix-vinyl/1087679-01/

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Monsieur Van Pratt, founder of Super Spicy Records, is a prominent producer and DJ originally from Mexico City, whose influence on electronic music is widely recognized both nationally and internationally. With an impressive career that includes more than 100 releases in digital format and 30+ on vinyl, which consolidate him as a key figure in the genre.

His music has been released by prestigious record labels such as The Disco Express, Toy Tonics, Tropical Disco Records and Buddha Bar, among others, underlining his status on the global scene. His ability to fuse genres, and styles has captured the attention of critics and the public, leading him to collaborate and remix a series of renowned international and national artists. Among his most notable collaborations are works with Derrick McKenzie, drummer of Jamiroquai; Drop Out Orchestra, Art Of Tones, amongst others. Each of these collaborations has allowed him to explore new musical dimensions, enriching his characteristic sound with diverse and fresh influences.

With a musical style deeply rooted in disco, funk and jazz, Monsieur Van Pratt combines classical elements with contemporary touches, creating a sound experience that is both nostalgic and innovative. His work not only stands out for its technical quality, but also for its ability to connect emotionally with the listener, making him a central figure in the evolution of modern dance sound.

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