Name: Live @ Whiskey Disco.mp3 by mike agentx clark
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Description: Me doing a special performance at The Whiskey Disco In Detroit

Amsterdam natives Maarten Smeets and Lars Dales, aka Dam Swindle, unveil their third long-player with the release of a new track, the first to be shared from the upcoming album, ‘Open’ - out on 30 May 2025 via Heist Recordings.

The new album sees the acclaimed duo dive far beyond the deep sonic waters they’re most known for, exploring lower tempos, synthwave, hip-house, and ambient across fourteen tracks. With a gestation period that traces back several years, ‘Open’ is their most intimate and personal body of work thus far, birthed during a time of self-reflection away from touring and personal transformation as individuals.

“We felt the need to tell a very personal story through our music as a translation of our personal development in the past years. We also wanted to make music without a specific goal in mind; We simply wanted to create. By taking away the grid of dance music and any expectations of what a Dam Swindle song should sound like, the creativity started to flow naturally with songs in many different styles and tempos. The result is an album that feels refreshing and uplifting and still very much true to the heart and soul of our sound.” - Dam Swindle, January 2025.

While the trademark Dam Swindle four-to-the-floor beats are still ever-present on tracks like ‘The Present Is Always Perfect’, ‘I Need You’, and ‘Is This Love?’, it’s the gentle waves of synths on opener ‘Home’, the contemplative piano chords of ‘Bloom’ featuring Joep Beving, and the lo-fi ambience of ‘It’s Okay, I Can Wait’ that showcase a melancholic, ethereal sensibility previously uncharted by the duo. Collaborations with vocalists such as NYC’s Haile Supreme on ‘Not Enough’ and Neo-soul singer Faye Meana on ‘Girl’ expertly find room in between the dancefloor and home listening sessions, and a clear standout on the LP is the title cut where message-heavy rapped vocals from UK artist Samson ebb and flow amongst iridescent grooves.

Under the helm of Maarten and Lars’ adept A&R, their Heist imprint has become a beloved home for house heads of both schools old and new, platforming some of dance music’s biggest names from Cinthie to DJ Sneak as well as the musical dawnings of artists such as Kassian and Makèz. The Dam Swindle alias has achieved house music royalty-like status across a storied 15-year career that includes two critically lauded full-lengths, collaborations with the likes of Tom Misch and Kerri Chandler, and a globetrotting touring schedule. This album stands as their most profoundly personal work of art to date, and they can’t wait to share it with you.


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Back To Classics EP
Cat - XPRESS91
Label - The Disco Express
Format - Digital
Release Date - Friday 6th June
Stream & Download - https://thediscoexpress.bandcamp.com/album/back-to-classics-ep

The Disco Express proudly presents Back to Classics, the highly anticipated new EP from Dubai-based Brazilian artist Gabriel Deb.

This collection of tracks serves as a vibrant celebration of house and disco music, blending timeless elements with a fresh and contemporary energy.

Back to Classics is a love letter to house music's enduring heritage. From the iconic 90s piano riffs in "Turn Around" to the funky guitar licks in "Just a Little," and the ballroom-inspired elegance of the "Vogue Dub Mix," the EP brims with soulful vocals and authentic grooves. Gabriel Deb seamlessly weaves the past, present, and future of house music, capturing its essence and staying true to its roots.

House music’s foundation is built on the values of inclusivity, freedom, and self-expression — ideals long championed by the LGBTQ+ community. In honour of that legacy, Back to Classics will debut during Pride Month, amplifying its themes of empowerment and unity.
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Lead track "Turn Around," featuring powerhouse vocalist Michelle Weeks, channels the energy of a euphoric night out. Infused with gospel soul and diva energy, it captures the thrill of connection and the joy of losing yourself in music.

"Just a Little," is an anthem dedicated to marginalised communities. Featuring a commanding vocal performance by J Fitz, the song delivers a powerful message: stay true to yourself, even in the face of adversity. With its infectious breakbeat and funky grooves, the track embodies both strength and emotion.


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PREMIERE: Gabriel Deb - Turn Around feat. Michelle Weeks [The Disco Express]

Electrical (feat. Marlena Dae) (Jimpster Dub) [Freerange Records]

Ready is the second single from Rico Herrera on Local Talk featuring Jane Hamilton. This time Rico delivers a soul-flecked deep house tune with a sterling performance from Jane Hamilton. Ready is exactly what we like, positive & honest house music.

Rico Herrera - Ready (Featuring Jane Hamilton)

BUY: https://dirtcrew.bandcamp.com/album/i-m-doing-just-fine-ep

J. Peacock - I’m Doing Just Fine EP - Dirt Crew Recordings
https://soundcloud.com/jpeacocksound

Track List:
1 I’m Doing Just Fine 
2 Keep Running
3 Can’t Go Nowhere 
4 Hometime

J. Peacock is back for the Dirt Crew Summer take over once more! After his last collab release with Laurence Guy on “Shall Not Fade” in March this year we are delighted to welcome him again with four new deep and funky tunes.

“I’m Doing Just Fine”  is all about the strings. There's a certain feeling in northern soul records – cinematic, bittersweet – and sampling that energy became the starting point for the whole EP. On this track, the vocal hides just behind the strings, giving it a hazy feel. A loopy, dreamlike cut nods to the 2016 lo-fi house era. “Keep Running ” has a swelling, string-led groove built around a hypnotic soul sample. “Deep Burnt” is one of J. Peacock’s all-time favourite tracks and a big influence here. Urgent and euphoric, a driving rhythm with strings to carry the emotional weight.

“Can’t Go Nowhere” is a slower, more restrained moment on the EP. Inspired by the likes of Cottam, Mark E, and Tiger & Woods, this is a chugging, early-hours builder made for warm-up sets and low ceilings. A nod to the art of holding back just enough to keep people moving. “Hometime” brings together two of his favourite things: dusty soul samples and the raw grit of the MS-20. The analogue synth gives the track it’s edge, the bassline is constantly shifting and alive while the smoothness of the sample keeps everything in check.

All tracks mastered by Salz Mastering in Cologne. Photography by J. Peacock.

I’m Doing Just Fine EP

J. Peacock | I'm Doing Just Fine | Dirt Crew Recordings

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PREMIERE: The Loneliest Hunk - Evans Hands [Lisztomania]

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Artist: Knuckle G 
Track: Biggest Of The City 
Release Title: Entrée sur Liste, Vol.+1
Label: De La Groove 
Release Date: 27-Jun-25
Buy: https://www.traxsource.com/title/2540304/entree-sur-liste

A fresh compilation crafted like a DJ set, blending house in all its shades. From deep grooves to peak-time energy, every selector finds their moment. Eight years of dancefloor mastery, distilled into one release.

For nearly a decade, De La Groove has championed house music in its purest, most vibrant forms. Now, the label unveils its latest compilation—an expertly curated selection of tracks that capture the essence of their dancefloor-driven philosophy.

Built like a DJ set, this collection is designed for selectors who understand the power of mood and momentum. Featuring a diverse lineup of European and French artists, the compilation offers a full spectrum of house—from deep, hypnotic grooves to peak-time energy that electrifies the crowd. Each track is a tool, a moment, an invitation to elevate the mix. Whether setting the tone with a laid-back opener or firing up the room with a driving rhythm, DJs will find their ideal cut within this release.

This isn’t just another compilation—it’s a statement. A celebration of the underground, shaped by the vision De La Groove has honed over eight years of unforgettable nights. The next chapter is here. Get ready to press play.

Web / Social Media Links:
https://www.delagrooverecords.com/

PREMIERE: Knuckle G - Biggest Of The City [De La Groove]

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Mood Balearica EP
Label - Retrofract
Released - 18th July 2025
BUY FROM - https://retrofract.bandcamp.com/album/mood-balearica

‘High Flying’ is the second track off Retrofract’s upcoming self-released EP with Mikka Bouzu, 'Mood Balearica'. It features jazzy chords, funky basslines, balearic synths, tropical percussions and silky vocals. The EP, out on 18th July, features 4 sun-soaked house and lounge tracks, perfect for the start of the summer and relaxing by a pool in Ibiza. 

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PREMIERE: Retrofract & Mikka Bouzu - High Flying

Me doing a special performance at The Whiskey Disco In Detroit

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Live @ Whiskey Disco.mp3

Mike Agent X Clark, legendary producer/DJ & original house head and is known globally as the “Ambassador Of House Music”

Today, at universities & conferences, Mike Agent X Clark speaks about the origins of a music genre he helped shape & entertains 1000+ audiences throughout Europe, Japan, & the United States.

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