Secret Soul Society, aka South Wales's Cal Gibson, continues his red-hot streak of form with four original jams for Hell Yeah that effortlessly weave decades of influences into intimate, unusual sounds that go from Balearic daydreams to after-hours soul burners.

Gibson was one-half of Nottingham's deep house and downtempo outfit Neon Heights back in the 2000s, a collective that label head Marco has long admired. He has landed here before with the superb Keep The Mystique in 2023, a 15-track collection of brand new curveball cuts built from lovingly sourced samples. Since then, he has continued to collide jazz, funk, Afro, beats, dub, soul and reggae on Paper Wave and Magic Wand.

'Happy To Be' opens with gentle, sun-soaked grooves, swirling keys and dreamy pads that evoke a hazy Mediterranean sunset. Nostalgic soul samples tug at the heart while the track’s laid-back vibe is perfect for golden-hour moments. 'Orange Surprise' is a magical slice of downtempo bliss with hints of romantic vocals. It's built on soft broken rhythms and drifts between ambient soul and laid-back electronica, perfect for introspective moments or late-night winding down.

'Keep On Trying' flips the script with more texture. The synths are crystalline, the pads are sugary, and the meandering bassline unfolds in wonky fashion while soft male vocals bring a steamy edge. Last but not least, 'What You Do To Me' is funky and slow motion disco with 80s synths and reverb that drowns you in good vibes.

This EP is Secret Soul Society at his most expressive and emotive.

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The Secret Soul Society - To Be Happy

Paul Murphy’s Claremont 56 label welcomes a genuine legend of UK music to its roster – Chaz Jankel, the man whose dizzying musicality and love of soul, funk and disco did much to shape the sound of Ian Dury’s Blockheads band in the late 1970s and early ‘80s.

A virtuoso keyboardist with a deep love of Black American music, Jankel’s arrangements and compositional skills were key to the success of their records, the funkiest of which not only became crossover pop hits – see ‘Hit Me With Your Rhythm Stick’ and ‘Reasons To be Cheerful, Part 3’ in particular – but also saw heavy rotation in now iconic New York clubs including the Paradise Garage and Studio 54. 

This continued during the formative years of his solo career, with ‘My Occupation’, ‘Questionnaire’ and ‘Glad To Know You’ (later famously re-edited and dubbed out for nu-disco dancefloors by Todd Terje) all becoming club hits. The great Quincy Jones also covered Jankel’s infectious single ‘Ai No Carrida’, while experimental, club-ready synth-jam ‘3,000,000 Synths’ was also influential during the early years of the electro movement.

For his Claremont 56 bow, Jankel has delivered an all-new workout recorded earlier this year, the simply titled ‘Rhumba Jam’. A typically warm, groovy and rolling affair, it features Jankel delivering infectious, stretched-out Rhodes electric piano solos over toasty bass, clipped guitar licks, warm bass, accordion-style synth motifs and a densely layered Rhumba rhythm. While relaxed and sun-soaked, it also has bags of Balearic dancefloor potential.

Murphy remixes under his now familiar Mudd alias, leaning into the track’s languid Balearic vibe while keeping a firm focus on the dancefloor. Beginning with an enticing mix of metronomic drums and jangly acoustic guitars, Murphy slowly layers up key elements of Jankel’s original – think rubbery bass, rhythmic handclaps, mazy synth sounds and those wonderful, stretched-out solos. It’s a version that pays due reverence to the quality of Jankel’s musicianship, production and arrangement while subtly extending it and reframing it for 21st century Balearic dancefloors.


Chaz Jankel - Rhumba Jam (Mudd Remix) (Clip)

Part Of: Naive LP
Catalog: DBRDIG040
Release Date: 31.10.2025
Buy Link: https://dobrovinyl.bandcamp.com/album/super-jv-naive-lp

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PREMIERE: Super JV - Midnight Love [Dobro]

New EP for the Autumn season, packing a punch with a clutch of tastefully reassembled Euro Disco classics and oddities. Driven by punchy analogic bass lines, shimmering synths, and infectious melodies, these tracks are primed for some peak time dancefloor action. Inspired by the golden age of disco, electro, and Post-punk, but reimagined with a fresh, contemporary sound, capturing the perfect balance between nostalgia and innovation.

Supported by:
The Glimmers, Sean Johnston/ALFOS, Marcel Vogel, DJ Pippi, Ben Gomori, Chris Massey, Vanity Project, Eric Duncan, Ron Basejam, Lex (Athens), Fran Deeper, Max Essa, Flash Atkins, Tronik Youth, OOFT!, Massimiliano Pagliara, Horse Meat Disco, Ilya Santana, Pete Herbert, and many many more!!!!

02. Rayko - Lost Again

ARTIST: https://soundcloud.com/stella-zekri-ouiddir & The Longos
TITLE: La Flamme
CAT No: CSRM05
FORMAT: 'Amour Propre' Vinyl LP, Digital
RELEASE DATE: 28th November 2025
LABEL : @cosmicromancerecords

Pre-order vinyl here Bandcamp : https://stellathelongos.bandcamp.com/album/amour-propre

Following the acclaimed 2022 release Détends-Toi, the first electrifying collaboration between lead singer Stella Zekri and producer Ed Longo, Amour Propre crowns two years of relentless touring, growth, and evolution. On the road, the duo forged a powerful live ensemble of Berlin’s finest musicians. That synergy now explodes onto record, expanding Stella & The Longos’ sound into something more organic, daring, and deeply alive.
"La Flamme is the next single from 'Amour Propre" EP, scheduled for release on November 28, 2025"

PREMIERE: Stella & The Longos - La Flamme [Cosmic Romance]

Diogo Strausz drops the first single from forthcoming album on Favorite Recordings ‘ Viver, Luter, Reerguer’.

When Brazilian producer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Diogo Strausz arrived in France, he already carried an impressive legacy. Known for his collaborations with New York label Razor-N-Tape and for producing Brazilian legends such as Gal Costa and Marília Mendonça—whose tracks have gathered millions of streams worldwide—Strausz quickly made a name for himself among an international audience. His productions have also been remixed by acclaimed artists like Yuksek and Ron Trent, further cementing his global reach.

After two critically acclaimed releases on the French label Goutte d’Or Records (Flight of Sagittarius, 2022, and Samba From Outer Space, 2024), Diogo Strausz now naturally joins Favorite Recordings for a new chapter in his musical journey. On this new album, Strausz pays tribute to the golden era of Brazilian Disco-Funk from the late 1970s and early 1980s, drawing inspiration from visionary producers Robson Jorge and Lincoln Olivetti. The result is an organic, ambitious, and deeply groovy record that celebrates both the vibrant dance culture and the rich musical heritage of Brazil.

Faithful to Favorite Recordings’ analog spirit, the album was crafted using vintage studio gear, capturing the warmth and depth of classic recordings reminiscent of the legendary Estúdios da Sigla sessions in Rio de Janeiro. With its sun-drenched grooves, jazz-funk sophistication, and boogie flair, this album confirms Diogo Strausz as a master at blending timeless Brazilian soul with contemporary elegance.

PREMIERE : Diogo Strausz - Viver, Lutar, Reerguer

DC Promo Tracks #1797: "Night Time (Instrumental)" by Giovanni Damico is part of the release "Night Time" on Star Creature @starcreature  

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Star Creature and Giovanni Damico present a 3 x7s bundle of top shelf modern boogie, Italo proto house and primitive Chicago.

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The Swedish producer Ivan Berggren, known as Paresse, crafts deeply atmospheric electronic music from his base in Stockholm. His sophisticated sound elegantly synthesises foundational genres: the immersive warmth of dub, the sun-drenched textures of Balearic house, and the melodic allure of Italo disco. This precise, genre-fluid approach results in tracks that feel enduring and fresh. His distinguished catalogue, released through prestigious labels like Eskimo Recordings, Magic Feet, and Correspondant, underscores a commitment to timeless quality over fleeting trends. Ultimately, Berggren's work transcends mere functional demands, offering listeners beautifully textured and emotionally resonant journeys.

His forthcoming single "Invisible Game" arrives via his personal Bandcamp platform, marking a deliberate shift into introspective realms. This quintessential headphones journey masterfully blends downtempo rhythms with ethereal Saturnian chords and cosmic synth flourishes. The composition consciously avoids dancefloor conventions, instead weaving a rich, hypnotic narrative. Its aesthetic lineage traces back to the eclectic, tape-deck mystique of Daniele Baldelli’s iconic sets and finds a contemporary counterpart in the misty, synthetic landscapes of Weatherwall’s output. This is patient, textured music designed for deep listening and imaginary voyages, showcasing a mature and personal artistic evolution.

You can find (and buy) this and other music pearls on the Bandcamp page of the label: https://paressemusic.bandcamp.com/

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PREMIERE846 // Paresse - Invisible Game

Ready To Live A Lie (The Remixes)
Release date: 2026-01-02

Did You Call Tonight (Armonics Remix)
(J. Agebjörn / R. Gunnarsson / S. Shapiro / M. Ögren / F. Strippoli)

https://sallyshapiro.bandcamp.com/album/ready-to-live-a-lie-the-remixes



Sally Shapiro - Did You Call Tonight (Armonics Remix)

Breaking Dub (Rayko Slowmo Cosmic Revolution Re-Edit)

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Based in the beautiful and vibrant city of Madrid, Spanish DJ and Producer Extraordinaire - Rayko has been a leading light in the clubbing scene around Europe and beyond, since he founded his magnificent Rare Wiri label in 2008 where he has released some of the coolest names out there during all these years like Daniele Baldelli, Man Parrish, Gazeebo, Ilija Rudman, Ichisan, Spirit Catcher, Mushrooms Project, or Eric Duncan among many others

His very unique sound and personality, and incredible work ethic, coupled with  unstoppable creative genius have given Rayko the momentum and consistency to stack up a number of great achievements in his genres, although being such a humble and down to earth guy, he will tell you that he just loves what he does and is perpetually inspired to keep on doing it! 

Deeply rooted in the golden era of the ‘70s and ‘80s, Rayko’s influences are masterfully interpreted and transformed into modern day dancefloor bombs with great vision. His love affair with the evolution of synthesizers and vintage drum machines has gone on to heavily fuel his sound today, in addition to sonic desires of 80s Rock evident in his catalogue, that displays such exquisite musical versatility. 

Rayko is very proud to have featured on over fifty great vinyl releases, spread across labels such as Eskimo, Is it Balearic?, Whisky Disco, Lumberjacks in Hell, and Editorial, including two studio albums on Nang Recordings, in addition to over two hundred digital releases. Many of these titles have been repeatedly featured in Top 10 sales charts, with some releases making it to the coveted number one position on platforms like Juno Download, Beatport, and Traxsource. His talents as a remixer have been in constant high demand, with invitations from coveted Artists like Psychemagik, Sirs, In Flagranti, Roberto Rodriguez, or Dj Rocca, to name a few, calling upon his exceptional skills.

In his capacity as DJ, Rayko is much loved wherever he goes. He has toured extensively, having played in some of the best clubs and festivals all over the world,  from London, Berlin, San Diego, Ibiza, Paris, Milan, San Francisco, Tulum, Barcelona, Manchester, Los Angeles, Medellin, Cairo, Miami, Istanbul, Moscow, Tokyo, Mexico City, Liverpool, Oslo, Rio de Janeiro, Bali, to Lebanon and beyond, he continues to show love to his huge following, who are collectively responsible for  his incredible global streaming numbers of over six million plays on Spotify, Soundcloud and YouTube.

As his fantastic catalogue continues to expand through the years, Rayko has become one of the most loved names in modern Disco.