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We premiere 90’s soaked house from Belfast Martha Dark as she unveils her debut release, Promise, on theBasement Discos. The inaugural release calls on soulful Chicago energy as ‘Promise’ is steeped in gospel samples, anathematic piano chords, and funk-laced bass.

We premiere a searing house music debut from Belfast artist Martha Dark challenges us to Promise to believe our instincts. Promise, the debut single by Irish artist Martha Dark, is a mesmerising ode to the classic era of Nineties-style Chicago house garnished with disco flavour.

Martha Dark’s debut release is due to be released on the Valencia-based label, the Basement Discos – known for signing high-quality and niche underground house talent. Martha Dark’s ‘Promise’ perfectly encapsulates the label’s goal as it portrays the empowering message of gospel house.

Promise commands your immediate attention with an instantly recognisable hook layered over a roaring funk-driven bassline that screams 90’s. The gospel influence is a merger between the soulful sounds of Chicago and Martha’s religious upbringing in Belfast. The Belfast native is attracted to blending gospel choirs and preachers in her music with a twist of the classic nineties-inspired House sound she grew up listening to. This is true house music, from a hugely exciting artist – an exceptional debut from Martha Dark.

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We premiere new music from emerging Dublin producer RUANAIDH as the young artist releases his debut track, ‘Shamisen Break’. The youngster blends leftfield percussive grooves with hard-edged techno grit to create an introspective club track that defies genre.

RUANAIDH, the moniker of Dublin-based DJ Richie Rooney, is an exciting and innovative force in Dublin’s electronic music scene. Favouring a blend of bouncy rave and techno tunes, but also not shy to veer into ghetto, electro, jungle and bass, Ruanaidh tends to blur the lines of genre, and never stick to one sound. 

His versatility has earned him slots in many of Dublin’s finest venues, including Index, Wigwam, The Sound House, Bow Lane Social Club and many more. Additionally, he has held down support slots for big names like LaLa, Prozak, and Prince Prada. Making moves in the post-lockdown Dublin scene the past 2 years, and constantly exploring music for far longer, he is an exciting DJ to watch and will only rise further.

The young artist now presents his debut release, ‘Shamisen Break’, a kaleidoscopic and nonconformist entry into the world of club music production. The track is an exploration of sound that seamlessly blends the traditional with the contemporary. The track is built around an enchanting melody of the shamisen, a traditional Japanese folk instrument known for its haunting and evocative tones. A distorted kick and low vibrating synth serve as the backbone of the track, while a tasteful old-school chorus of breaks scintillates throughout the track, weaving their way through the shamisen’s melody. The juxtaposition of an ancient instrument with contemporary percussion and production techniques provides a fascinating view into Ruanaidh’s tastes and ideas. It’s clear, there is much more to come from the young up-and-comer.

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IG: https://www.instagram.com/ruanaidh3/

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This week's entry to the Four Four Local Selection Mix Series welcomes Dublin-based DJ and promoter Spek. Having started his musical journey a mere year ago the talented up-and-comer has done an impressive job at turning promoters heads across the city by means of winning various mix competitions for collectives in the city. Showcasing his funky style that is dedicated to sounds of the past in the process.

Next up on the Four Four Local Selection Mix Series is Spek. The talented newcomer has already made a firm mark with numerous shows in the short span that he's been spinning at clubs in the city. Playing for parties like Slither, Somewhere Else and his own party Mystery Events in venues such as Cellar, Wigwam and Farrier & Draper in the process, where he showcased his in-depth mixing quality.

His sound draws clear inspiration from the golden era of techno Spek does a fantastic job of fusing the old with the new in this mix as he features artists such as Dylan Fogarty, Cult, Jon10, DJ Swisherman, Funk Assault and more in this eloquent recording. Showcasing killer technique and a consistent flow over the duration of the hour which really helps to keep the listener engaged.

Spek has also found himself as co-creator of the newly formed party Mystery Events where they threw their debut gig in Wigwam on Culture Night. It featured a solid selection of local artists such as LE4H, Sean Molloy, Daniel Warren, Spek and Cult for his first headline show which was a roaring success. The gig featured a surprise appearance from Dylan Fogarty for the last hour with him and Cult closing the evening out in style. No doubt that there will be more parties where that came from! But for now, you can enjoy the latest Local Selection soundtracked by Spek.

SPEK
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IG: www.instagram.com/spe.k_

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Local Selection 218: SPEK

Record label based in Bogotá Colombia by @freres.col our goal is to provide a place for artists that through textures and immersive sounds can create hypnotic atmospheres and enveloping sounds

Our first release will be up in December with an amazing VA, stay tuned! If you feel that you can release your music with us please send your demos to demos@frerescol.com

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5UKHR4J's debut EP fuses pulsating techno with commanding rhythms, evoking the essence of a world increasingly influenced by tech giants. Through intense soundscapes and relentless energy, the EP invites listeners to pause and reflect on their environment, transforming music into a space for resistance and authentic self-expression in an age of uncertainty.

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