A month after joining proceedings at our launch party for Sub Club's Nautilus Rising label, Lord of the Isles marks his return on Permanent Vacation with his Clearness of Love EP – a heedless release of four tracks that are easy picks for peaktime on the dancefloor. Club-orientated techno that still remains gentle, heavily steeped in nostalgia: from acid to ambient; and big beat to Balearic. Though perhaps not a blatant choice, the EP's closer "All I Need" is an undeniable highlight – slow-burning, earthly techno with a melody flowing through the bassline that grounds and comforts you all at once. The almost folkloric snippets of the wood flute keeps it reminiscent of Bavarian soundscapes in Recondite's Iffy.

Clearness of Love EP drops on 23rd October via Permanent Vacation.

Lord of the Isles "All I Need" - Boiler Room Debuts

Shaped by the underground pulse of Eastern Europe, Ladart (UA) is more than just a DJ — he is a sonic storyteller. With over a decade behind the decks and deep roots in Ukraine’s evolving electronic scene, he has become known for weaving hypnotic minimal and tech-house into immersive, late-night journeys.

Across more than 20 performances in cities scattered like stars across Ukraine, Ladart (UA) has remained a quiet force — always present, always evolving. His sound is subtle but striking: a fusion of intricate rhythms, raw textures, and carefully curated silence. There is something almost alchemical in the way he transforms a dance floor, turning each set into a ritual.

Now residing on the volcanic island of Tenerife, Spain, he continues to explore the uncharted — drawing inspiration from the ocean, the mountains, and the quiet between sounds. Ladart (UA) doesn’t chase the spotlight; he follows the frequency. And those who listen closely, follow him.

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