#Savesecretsundaze is a crowdfunder to keep Secretsundaze alive through COVID-19. As part of our crowdfunder campaign we have for the first time uploaded our first ever mix compilation Secretsundaze Volume 1 split across 2 killer mixes from founders Giles Smith & James Priestley. Enjoy!

To donate to or share Secretsundaze’s campaign go to:
https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/save-secretsundaze#start

Secretsundaze Volume 1: Giles Smith & James Priestley

Spirit of Sundaze Ensemble - Mine To Give feat. WAYNE SNOW

Secretsundaze Mix Series

Multi Multi MIX series

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Since the launch of their much-loved party brand in 2002, Giles Smith and James Priestley – Secretsundaze’s founders and residents – have dedicated their work and output to ecstatic club experiences. 

A record label followed suit, as did their booking agency, long-running NTS radio show and a stack more DJ and production projects undertaken by the pair. Plus, of course, plenty more parties. 2022 marks 20 years of Secretsundaze, with the duo currently working on some exciting anniversary celebrations – but we’ll leave them to reveal those in due course. 

Here, the pair usher in the new year with their first new mix in 18 months. “The mix is direct and club-focused,” they tell Crack Magazine. “All-vinyl, with our typical Detroit and NYC stylings before moving into some more pushy atmospheric, European bizzness.” 

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Crack Mix 432: Secretsundaze

Mine To Give

Tracklist 

1. Benoit B - Gate - Natural Selections
2. Young American Primitive - Sunrise - ZoeMagik
3. Andres - El Ritmo De mi Gente! - Mahogani Music
4. Miles Davis - The Doo-Bop Song (Edit Without Rap) - Warner Bros
5. Tashan - Read Your Mind (Long Version) - Def Jam
6. Mac Attack - The Art of Drums (Instrumental) - Baad!
7. Healing Child - Radical Sex (Instrumental) - Diamond
8. Eko Kuango - Na Mawaso - Libreville
9. Peter Panic Presents Roots & Culture - Black Man & A Black Man (Original Roots Mix) - Bumble Beats
10. Two Armadillos - Black Dahlia - Two Armadillos
11. Deenamic - First Inversion - Freebeat
12. Deluxe Pusher - Next Lifetime (Vocal) - Unofficial
13. 95 North - Chasing My Dreams - Large
14. A2 - Howz E Do It - R.A.N.D Muzik
15. Groove Chronicles - Epic - Groove Chronicles
16. Aaron Palmquist - Beautiful - Solo
17. Bushwacka! - 4 Da Night - Oblong
18 Brian Transeau - Relativity (Carl Craig Urban Affair dub) - Deep Dish
19. Caucasian Boy - Northern Lights - (The Prime Cutz Remix) - Strictly Rhythm
20. Voices - Can You See The Light? - Voices 1
21. DJ Swisha - Goes to Bossa Once - Self Released
22. Basic Rhythm - London Warehouse - Sneaker Social Club
23. Amal x Nativesun x James Bangura - Africa 808 - Haus of Altr
24. Paul Rutherford - Get Real (Happy House Mix)- 4th & Broadway
25. Noon(at - Down The Room - Treibstoff
26. Black Music - Lost of Love - Moods & Grooves
27. Blaze - Sacred Sex - Slip ’N” Slide
28. Mr Snippy aka D.C - Nothing Like An Edit - Grimy Edits
29. Jagg - Take Time (Extended) - Best Record
30. Captain Rapp - Bad Times (I Can’t Stand It) Part 2 - Beckett Records
31. Sound of Blackness - Optimistic (Album Version) - Perspective
32. Misa Negra - Spiritual Vibes (Original Reprise) - People

Secretsundaze Essential Mix 21/05/22

Our 2nd new resident for 2023, Cosmo Sofi comes through with a beautiful, heady and tribal wordly mix for #3 of our mix series.

Uruguayan born, London based, Sofi’s passion and curiosity for music has led her to dig a wide range of sounds that span different times and spaces. She is always discovering rare and soulful sounds to share with the world, previously showcased on her monthly 'Spectrums' show on Worldwide FM.

Sofi plays the Secretsundaze Residential party on 11th March 2023 at Corsica Studios, going b2b with Norsicaa, and our other incredible new resident Macca will be going b2b with Sofie K. Meanwhile our own James Secretsundaze plays a 7 hour set in Room 1.

Secretsundaze Mix Series #3: Cosmo Sofi

Next up on the Secretsundaze Mix Series is Ukrainian based Roman Krimsky, AKA Roman K who’s been mastering the DJ craft and developing his own approach to house music since 2005. Roman is hands down one of the best resident DJs we’ve had the pleasure of playing alongside, at one of our favourite clubs in the world, Closer, Kiev.

Roman caught the SS inspiration and recorded us a superb mix, journeying through Italian ambient, house and breaks - bringing us into Spring the right way.

Roman plays Secretsundaze presents ‘Festival of Dance’ on Saturday May 6 at The Cause alongside a wealth of other international and locally based talent.

Secretsundaze Mix Series #4: Roman K

Next up on the mix series we have Cloud 9 Sound System...

Cloud 9 Sound System took inspiration from David Mancuso's New York loft parties and London's Audiophile scene. The collective hosts dance parties in Barcelona creating a space to dance and experience a strong connection to sound, while keeping at heart the undeniable feeling of a true house party. 

The mix in their words: "It's part of a live recording from one of our parties in which we manage to cross through different genres and moods without having to stay on a similar bpm. We follow the ethos of The Loft in which we try to play the entire record as it was intended to be listened to as well as not mixing for a full sensorial experience."

Secretsundaze Mix Series #5: Cloud 9 Sound System

After Flori’s excellent ‘Within Reason’ EP secretsundaze release their second EP of the year with Galway based John Daly and ‘Everlasting’. John has been plying his trade for many years now releasing numerous quality tracks across labels such as Mule Music, International Feel, TAANSTAFL,and of course secretsundaze with ‘One More City’ last year. ‘Everlasting’ finds John in exceptional form. An epic 9 minute workout starts with fizzing hats and some magic keys before developing into a fluid, free flowing deep house/techno hybrid of the highest order. This is no peak time banger but a track for special moments. Coming at you a little bit like a jam between Larry Heard and Mathew Johnson we hope you like this as much as we do.

On the remix we have drafted in one of techno’s brightest hopes Marcelus form France. Best known for his work on Deeply Rooted, Tresor and his own Singular imprint he takes ‘Everlasting’ into wonderfully deep, bubbling and aquatic techno territory. Don’t be fooled though as Marcelus can’t quite hide his tougher techno roots as the kick drum suddenly doubles up giving the track a raw potency when you least expect it.

Another secretsundaze gem with John Daly and Marcelus proving to be a deadly pairing for those that like their techno music a little more cerebral.

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secretsundaze 014 // John Daly - Everlasting

Steering the ship for #6 in the series we are happy to have the London based DJ babyschön taking us on a slow and steady journey through sleazy chuggy new wave & new beat, leftfield disco, snyth pop and more..

Both her sound and her approach are informed by her background in radio — she’s been hosting shows on stations across the world since 2018 and co-founded Leeds’ NARR Radio in 2020. Accordingly, expect off-kilter tunes and slow n steady mixing that often prioritises vibes over BPM.

Secretsundaze Mix Series #6: babyschön

#7 in the series see our very own Meg Paine take us on a trip to euphoria. Weaving through an intricate journey of different moods and feelings powered by crisp drum grooves, delicate acid lines, & hands-in the-air piano chords, Meg delves deep into the sounds of 90s house, early prog & low slung tech house. 

Known for being an adept and intentional crate digger, her selections are full of warmth, heart and feeling, guaranteed to leave you feeling joyful.

Secretsundaze Mix Series #7: Meg Paine

Papa Nugs explores the slower, deeper and more old-school side of his sound for #8 in our mix series.

Drawing from his vinyl collection and from labels such as Wiggle, KYR, Stress and Shindig, he provides a 60 minute journey thru 90s house, prog, trance and acid: the sounds that have informed his productions today that have found homes on the likes of R.A.N.D, Warning and Semi Delicious no less..

We look forward to welcoming him to The Pickle Factory this Saturday 3rd February for his debut with us, joining TSUNIMAN and our very own Secretsundaze.

Secretsundaze Mix Series #8: Papa Nugs

Multi Multi Mix Vol. 1: Make A Dance

Vol.1 of our brand new mix series, kicking things off with local heads Make A Dance. 

No strangers to a Secretsundaze dance, these guys not only consistently release some of the finest cuts & edits on their eponymous label, but they also know how to navigate a discerning dance floor when they see one, famed for their sets from Pikes to Pickle Factory.

They have delivered a power hour mix full of signature M.A.D. selects - feel good house, laced with tones of acid, chug and breaks.

"A selection of new and old and even an exclusive thrown in for good measure! As always the music selection has one thing in mind - to make you move..."

Make A Dance make their debut at Multi Multi this year, details of their room host to be revealed soon.

Multi Multi Mix Vol. 1: Make A Dance

Presenting soft and sultry flavours on this 90-100bpm dancehall soundscape, James Messiah steps up to share some of his fave tunes at the moment.

Taking constant inspiration from the grime and house of his London upbringing, Massiah fuses classical sounds with his poetic explorations of the electronic music that has most creatively influenced him.

Tracklist- 

Pastor - Anja Ngozi & Maxwell Owin
Mariage Burlesque - Crystalmess
Forward From Trini - Nicki Minaj ft Skilibeng & Skeng 
Drag Dem Bat - Vybz Kartel 
Not An Angel - Tems 
Big 7 - Burna Boy 
Panana - Dinamarca
Longest Time - Ninja Man 
We Outside - Olamide
Nfana Ibaga (No Problem) - 2Baba
Hurt - DJ Python
Crisis - Jam City
Cumbia Aesthetic - Foundeqush & Jesse Baez
Ex-Girlfirend - Erika de Casier & Shygirl
Set Me Free - Narx
Boozy - John Glacier 
On The Beat - Mampi Swift

Multi Multi Mix Vol. 2: James Massiah

Vol. 3 of our Multi Multi mix series comes from Balearic London, a collaborative group consisting of Ariane V, Ben Gomori, DJ Gaucho & Sarahtonin -

"The sounds of the four of us getting loose in Ariane V’s flat on a rosé & Tyskie and Benji The Balearic Cat-fuelled Sunday, from seductive chuggers to peak-time huggers. A good representation of some of the sunny vibes we’ll be bringing to Multi Multi, although we might throw in more curveballs then"

Multi Multi Mix Vol. 3: Balearic London

"Sometimes we plan our mixes down to every last track and there are times where we just press record and jam for an hour - this was one of those. Lots of groovy, techy tracks in here, some from our friends at our home in Australia and some from our favourite international producers. 
Put this on while you down a 4 pack of vodka cruisers in the sun before Multi Multi Festival - or when you're winding down after... we'll see you there <3"

Multi Multi Mix Vol. 4: IN2STELLAR

Holly Lester steps up for Vol. 5 of our mix series. She joins the Semi Delicious crew on the day and has crafted a killer mix that highlights her summer mood right now. 

"We had our first glimpse of summer here in Belfast recently so the summer jams are out in full force here - some groovers at the start to ease u in with some techy pumpers and dreamy sunshine prog business towards the end. Recommended for sunny drives, boozy back yard BBQs and festival pre's :))"

Multi Multi Mix Vol. 5: Holly Lester

Also joining Team Semi Delicious on Saturday 13th July is Estonian duo, Abdul Raeva. A few words on their mix below -

"We're not very good at explaining why we do what we do, the music usually just leads the way so here are 14 multivitamin records that we really love, in the mix. Anyways, looking forward to having a drink and meeting some of you at the Semi Delicious stage on July 13th. Ciao :-)"

Multi Multi Mix Vol. 6: Abdul Raeva

Multi Multi Mix Vol. 7: Ernesto Chahoud

This mix provides a little teaser of what you can anticipate from Baldo, Barcelona's pride and joy, who's joining the Semi Delicious crew in Hackney Wick in just over two weeks! 

The mix kicks off with smooth, mellow house vibes which gradually intensifies before culminating in a climax of euphoric, progressive sounds.

In typical fashion, the mix includes a selection of unreleased tracks, showcasing cutting-edge music that you won't hear anywhere else, in addition to Subwax distro material, and a touch of 90s classics.

Start your weekend right!

Multi Multi Mix Vol. 8: Baldo

Xica Soul whipps up something fun and bumpin’ for summertime vibing. Featuring a few of her long-time faves, and a couple new ones from friends, and some recent discoveries too! Enjoy

Multi Multi Mix Vol. 9: Xica Soul

Hitting double figures on our guest mix series with with the big man Manuel Darquart! Here's an insight into the mix in his own words - "Had a lot of fun recording this one as had been feeling the urge for an uptempo dancefloor focused hour of power after enjoying myself too much at Glastonbury. Lots of mid-90s clobber in this designed to get the feet moving hope you enjoy!"

Multi Multi Mix Vol. 10: Manuel Darquart

Introducing the 9FINITY mix series, launching with label head Secretsundaze for the first outing.

This mix was recorded live at The Cause 6th Birthday Party back in May 2024. It’s the first half of a 2.5 hour set, opening The Warehouse before handing over to Young Marco and then Courtesy closing.

Didn’t know they’d set record for this but turned out nice - proggy / techy builders all the way. We’ll share Part 2 later on and keep your eyes peeled for regular contributions here from 9FINITY friends and fam.

A Beyond Mix Vol. 1: Secretsundaze

Second outing for 9FINITY label head Secretsundaze with the 2nd half of his set from The Cause 6th Birthday Party back in May 2024. Check A Beyond Mix Vol. 1 if you haven't caught the first half of the set yet. Keen ears will hear a blessing from 9FINITY 001 in here.. Enjoy!

A Beyond Mix Vol. 6: Secretsundaze

Secretsundaze - HÖR - 25.12.2023

Having previously released three critically acclaimed Secretsundaze mix comps, DANCE 2017 is the first label compilation, representing an exciting new chapter for the label. The artwork and name 'DANCE 2017' is a reference to the feel of pioneering late 80s and early 90s house and techno compilations. The comp is delivered in a non-mixed format as well as a mixed format, with the duo mixing it live at The Pickle Factory, where the pair hold their monthly Secretsundaze - All Night Long residency, playing 8 hour sets each month.

DANCE 2017

Brawther - Spaceman Funk (Deep Club mix)

A very special mix from our headliner, Lil Louis at our next party on June 3rd @ The House & Terrace, Greenwich.

For tickets and full event details: http://www.residentadvisor.net/event.aspx?329575

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Lil Louis @ Haçienda, Manchester, UK /// 25 SEPT 1992

Cyber EP

Secretsundaze - Cyber (House Pass) [Mule Musiq]

Taken from the Silvestre Is Boss EP smarturl.it/silvestre-is-boss

SECRET026

Silvestre - Paying The Rent

Over the Edge

CENTER YOURSELF is a podcast series curated by Robert Johnson. Each episode is created by one of our regulars—some are made for this occasion and some are hand-picked from the club's own archive.

https://soundcloud.com/secretsundaze

Recorded at their home studio in July 2020.

Center Yourself 23 - Secretsundaze

#Savesecretsundaze is a crowdfunder to keep Secretsundaze alive through COVID-19. As part of our Crowdfunder campaign we have  for the first time uploaded our first ever mix compilation Secretsundaze Volume 1 split across 2 killer mixes from founders Giles Smith & James Priestley. Enjoy!

To donate to or share Secretsundaze's campaign go to:
https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/save-secretsundaze#start

Secretsundaze Vol.1 CD 2 James Priestley

#Savesecretsundaze is a crowdfunder to keep Secretsundaze alive through COVID-19. As part of our crowdfunder campaign we have for the first time uploaded our first ever mix compilation Secretsundaze Volume 1 split across 2 killer mixes from founders Giles Smith & James Priestley. Enjoy!

To donate to or share Secretsundaze's campaign go to:
https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/save-secretsundaze#start

Secretsundaze Vol.1 CD 1 Giles Smith

A talent from an impossibly young age, Chicago producer and DJ Ron Trent began his musical career aged 14, the year he produced the febrile, wild Chicago anthem "Altered States". His production output has barely let up since, minting numerous labels and sub labels to release his and other's music, most notably Prescription Records, which helped define the smoky and jazz-indebted sound of deep house in the 1990s. (NTS Radio)

In Focus: Ron Trent. NTS Radio. Compiled, mixed and edited by Secretsundaze

PRE-ORDER: https://zeitgeistfreedomenergyexchange.bandcamp.com/album/kreuzberg-kix-vol-1

Whilst the club setting may feel detached from many of us at this time, Secretsundaze’s forthcoming release, courtesy of the Zeitgeist Freedom Energy Exchange, will transport you back to the depths of the dancefloor’s energy. A three track EP which is sustained by Ziggy Zeitgeist’s rhythmic consistency on the drums – his scintillating live performance at Church of Sound in August 2019 caught the eyes of the label, leading to the fruition of this project.

His sonically ambidextrous ear has culminated in this compelling piece of work. Having met Berlin-based artist Wayne Snow at a record shop in Neukölln, the pair started jamming together at a converted office space in a building that was attached to a techno club. Their afterhours sessions were mixed with spontaneous trips to the club, allowing Wayne’s soulful vocals and Ziggy’s broken drum patterns to seamlessly merge with the darker, more heavy textures of the club environment.

Wayne’s silky offering on Something Special allows the serenading seven-and-a-half-minute meditation to unravel gradually, enchanting the dancer with its harmonious house beat, accompanied alongside interweaving melodic layers, from Finn Rees on keys, that build its trance.

SECRET030

Zeitgeist Freedom Energy Exchange + Wayne Snow - Something Special

Secretsundaze DJ bookings: 
marc@poem.agency

Spirit of Sundaze Ensemble bookings:
lauren@earth-agency.com 

Secretsundaze is the trademark of forward-thinking, underground house music. As an artist and brand – spanning parties and festivals, a record label, a studio, an NTS residency and a live band project – it’s been operating for over 20 years and embodies the spirit and community of London’s club culture. But it’s never been one to sit still or rest on its laurels; leave that to the nostalgia crew because Secretsundaze always keeps it moving. 

Take this year, 2024, as an example. Right now Secretsundaze is stepping out as an artist proposition in its own right, helmed by producer/DJ/curator James Priestley who’s currently packing a stack of club tracks that will drop across the year and establish the project as a hit factory for DJs and dancers searching for a fresh take on house music that draws on breakbeat energy and trancey euphoria. Priestley is known to take the roof off as a DJ and now he’s adding to his arsenal with sought-after solo productions of his own under the Secretsundaze name. 

As a tastemaker, Secretsundaze sits at the cutting-edge, bringing new heads into the fold and always looking to champion new talent. His NTS residency, which has seen MoMa Ready, Paquita Gordon and Alex Kassian guest recently, is a reflection of the project’s current dancefloor obsessions. The meticulous curation of the Secretsundaze presents parties and Multi Multi festival, renowned for featuring talents such as Ash Lauryn and Carista long before they gained widespread recognition and uniting visionary artists like Toumba, Tash LC and NIKS under a single roof, serves as a compelling testament to Secretsundaze’s commitment in celebrating new artists.

Now for some history: 2022 saw the launch of Spirit Of Sundaze Ensemble, a full live band project that reimagines anthems beloved of those in the know, recording and performing cult bangers like Photek’s ‘Mine To Give’ and Joyce Sims’ ‘Come Into My Life’. The band has already graced the stages of the Queen Elizabeth Hall (Southbank Centre) and the ICA as well as Beat Hotel and Kala festivals, with a debut LP set for release later this year.

This duality of cutting-edge and classic is what makes Secretsundaze so special. Priestley originally cut his teeth as a d’n’b DJ and a promoter of not-so-legal warehouse parties before becoming an annual resident at the legendary Robert Johnson and landing gigs at Panorama Bar and Queen at Smart Bar, which is the kind of gigography that many selectors would happily settle for. But Priestley’s love of underground club culture has propelled him even further and Secretsundaze is now two decades deep, a pillar of London culture that has poured blood, sweat and tears into the city’s music community. 

Secretsundaze begins 2024 as a solo venture with Priestley at the helm, navigating an ever-expanding musical universe that unearths and re-engages with different styles, genres and music scene via parties, live shows, productions, radio and even a new record label.

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