With a gourmet appetite for the finest cuts, James Monro sees the music that moves him as "soul food". Now providing a two-course feast for Proton Music, "Nectar" slakes the thirst with the sweetest of tastes.

Born in the UK but now firmly settled in his adopted Brazilian homeland, James Monro's love affair with the music industry spans three decades. A classically trained musician drawing early inspiration from the sounds of Tangerine Dream, Brian Eno and Jean Michel Jarre, Monro's love for the sounds of disco and hip-hop soon opened the door into a "passionate relationship with electronic dance music".

Setting up the fabled Flying Rhino Records in the mid 90s with two colleagues before finding further success through the 4digitalAudio imprint with co-owner, Grant Collins, Monro's business prowess is considerable. This, combined with burgeoning production talent, has left him with a keenly sought after set of skills and a reputation within the tastemakers of the underground dance scene that has been well earned. A steady stream of global DJ appearances at numerous high-profile events adds further to his mystique. 

An artist with a number of production monikers to his name, success has been a constant companion. Work for John Digweed's "Structures 2" album under Midnight Ramblers saw "Scarab" charted at number one by the likes of Nick Warren and supported by Cattaneo, Babicz and Digweed himself, while A regular on Flow Records since 2004, saw March 2015's "Solid State" EP firmly illustrating Monro's musical heritage in the 'true' trance genre.

2013's "Fonik" EP forms the centrepiece of a Proton Music career that has also included remixes of Juan Deminicis and Tim Penner while a recent remix of Derek Howell for Particles has been a notable highlight. Now James Monro returns to Proton with another original offering in the shape of the outstanding "Nectar".

The title track itself is full of the "deep, hypnotic and emotional" characteristics that define Monro's work. A rhythm section chock full of big beats and rolling percussive groove provide a bedrock from which a series of melodic phrases fire off each other, cascading in myriad directions while a throbbing sub bass provides low-end abundance. The result is a dance floor gem that works very hard indeed.

Partner track, "Serum" is a near ten-minute voyage of discovery through shimmering plucked chords that beat out a sublime emotive rhythm through chord progression and metronomic regularity. A rasping bass line provides substance and depth while a subtle guitar riff gives pause for reflection before the massed ranks of rhythm, bass and melody arrive once more in full force. Make no mistake, "Serum" provides an injection of pace that is a joy to behold.

Delivering sustenance through his musical ambrosia, James Monro's "Nectar" has is food and drink fit for the Greek gods themselves.

Directed by Jay Epoch
A&R by James Warren
Mastered by James Monro
Design by Ben Mautner
Text by James Warren

Nectar

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James Monro - Nectar (Radio Edit)

FBC01 Kadosh 'In A Manner Of Speaking' ft. Aves Volare

Artist: BODAI
Remixer: JFR
Title: Brave
Label: Where The Shadow Ends
Cat: WTSE034
Genre: Organic House
Release Date: 15/08/2025
Buy Link: https://www.beatport.com/release/brave-remixes/5151786

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PREMIERE: BODAI - Brave (JFR Remix) [Where The Shadow Ends]

If I Cant Have You

Emerging as their first release on Manual Music, But U marks a striking introduction to the label's timeless electronic music legacy. Featuring Rana Iravani's smooth, sensual vocals over a warm, mystique-scented sonic landscape, the track channels the spirit of classic deep house with modern flair.

Born in San Francisco and raised in Dubai, Rana's global upbringing and training in drama at NYU infused her artistry with storytelling and emotional depth. As a DJ, producer, singer, and songwriter based in New York, she brings cinematic nuance and musical sophistication to every project.

Little is publicly known yet about Janne Johannes, making this debut all the more intriguing. Together, Janne and Rana deliver a collaboration steeped in mystery, a synergy of subtle vocal phrasing and atmospheric arrangement.

Musically, But U unfurls with catchy piano motifs and string‑shot chords that evoke both vintage emotion and dancefloor energy. It's a track equally suited to deep late‑night club sets as it is to immersive listening at home or on the road. With its lush textures, rhythmic drive, and evocative mood, it stands as a modern house gem that intrigues and captivates.

Listen to But U, the bold debut from Rana Iravani & Janne Johannes on Manual Music, blending soulful vocals, elegant melodies, and timeless deep house allure. A track poised to resonate across dancefloors and headphones alike.

But U

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PREMIERE : Curol, RUSKAR - Retail [Melodic Therapy]
BUY : https://www.beatport.com/pt/release/elysium/5234709
Release date : 29/08/2025

To mark another special chapter in its journey, Melodic Therapy proudly presents a collaborative EP that celebrates powerful and visionary encounters. Elysium is the latest release from Brazilian artist Curol, who joins forces in the studio with three producers from different backgrounds and musical paths: Dimitri Nakov, Tolex, and RUSKAR. Bringing together distinct strengths and identities, the EP features two intense tracks that reflect the diversity and depth of the contemporary electronic scene.

Curol is currently one of the most respected Brazilian artists on the international circuit. Her impressive career includes performances at major festivals such as Rock in Rio, Zamna Tulum, DGTL Amsterdam, Lima and Santiago, as well as Tomorrowland Brazil and Belgium. Her music transcends borders and connects cultures, consistently reaching top positions on the Beatport and Traxsource charts, and earning support from icons such as Black Coffee, Lee Burridge, and the Keinemusik collective.

The title track 'Elysium' is an epic Progressive House journey, created in collaboration with the legendary Dimitri Nakov — known for his 15 years touring alongside Sasha and his work with Bedrock, All Day I Dream, and artists like Björk and The Chemical Brothers — and rising Brazilian talent Tolex, who has received continued support from names such as Adriatique, Vintage Culture, Gordo, and Innellea. The track blends driving percussion, a cinematic atmosphere, and a drop of pure catharsis — crafted to leave a lasting impact on dancefloors worldwide.

Following this, the track 'Retail' takes on a more organic and ancestral approach, the result of a collaboration between Curol and Brazilian producer RUSKAR, a prominent name in the Afro House scene with releases on labels such as Sol Selectas, IZIKI, and Midnight Riders. Inspired by indigenous rhythms and spirituality, the collaboration fuses mystical percussion, dense sonic landscapes, and a rhythmic sensibility that pulses with ancestry and transformation.

This release represents not only a meeting of artists from different generations and origins, but also a statement from Melodic Therapy on the power of collaboration, inner listening, and music as a universal force of connection. Two sides of the same sonic soul — between the euphoria of the dancefloor and the introspection of ritual.

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PREMIERE : Curol, RUSKAR - Retail [Melodic Therapy]

John Monkman drops his hypnotic new single ‘Pumpui’ on Beesemyer, inspired by his live set at Ozora’s iconic Pumpui Stage.

Read More: https://whenwedip.com/2025/08/premiere-john-monkman-pumpui/

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Premiere: John Monkman - Pumpui [Beesemyer]

Adana Twins return on TAU with ‘Try’, leading the Spektrum 6 compilation, a bold showcase of the label’s diverse and forward sound.

Read More: https://whenwedip.com/2025/08/premiere-adana-twins-try-tau/

Follow: @adanatwins / @tautautauofficial

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Premiere: Adana Twins - Try [TAU]

Doctor Dru delivers a hypnotic and emotional finale on TAU’s Spektrum 6 with his stunning track Squares&Circles.

Read More: whenwedip.com/2025/08/premiere-doctor-dru-squarescircle-tau

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Premiere: Doctor Dru - Squares&Circles [TAU]

Redoblue — Deja Vu. That very feeling, as if this melody has already played in your dreams. Deep bass and velvety vocals intertwine with elegant piano and a playful trumpet, drawing you into the private universe of Boudoir.

Redoblue - Deja Vu

Stream & Download: https://too.fm/showmelovejusther

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PREMIERE: Venky — Show Me Love (Just Her Remix) [HE.SHE.THEY.]

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