COTS 002 has arrived!
Children of the Sun, aka Chicaiza, returns on his own imprint with four distinctive cuts, each drawing inspiration from different spectrums of sound. This release reflects the label’s vision—embracing variety and pushing boundaries. From peak-time dancefloor weapons to break-driven tracks that nod to Wu-Tang Clan’s raw spirit, COTS 002 is a bold statement of intent.

A1. Real ET

Final Phase

EYA032 LVCA - ESPIRALIA EP

Artist: Rob Pearson & Paul Donton
Title: Who’s The Boss EP (Incl. Jay Tripwire Remix)
Label: Evasive Records
Cat No: EVAL002
Format: 12” Vinyl

Tracklist: 

A1. Who's The Boss?
A2. Loosen Up
B1. Who's The Boss? (Jay Tripwire Remix)


Label head Rob Pearson and long-time collaborator Paul Donton return with a heavyweight 12” that captures the essence of the Evasive sound — raw, hypnotic and undeniably underground. Fresh from a run of gigs, remixes and late-night studio sessions, the duo present the latest instalment in the coveted limited vinyl-only series on Evasive Records.

Kicking things off is the title cut “Who’s The Boss”, a peak-time weapon forged back in 2018 and road-tested extensively on dancefloors worldwide. Revisited and reworked in the Online Studios lab, the track has been given a sharp 2025 update, pushing the tempo and intensity into perfect territory at 125 BPM. Anchored by a hypnotic rolling groove, its trippy synth riff weaves around eerie pads, FX flourishes and a sly narrated vocal. Underneath it all, a thunderous sub bass line locks everything down — the kind of cut that commands the floor rather than asks.

Track 2 on the A-side, “Loosen Up” continues the pressure. Don’t be fooled by the name — this is high-grade tech-funk built for serious heads. A driving percussive backbone keeps the energy surging forward while vocal stabs teasing “Relax” and “Pretty Deep” contrast its relentless momentum. Filtered arpeggios ripple through the mix, adding texture without ever smothering the groove. And just when you think you’ve found steady ground, a wobbling low-end flex hits you right in the chest — all hips, toes and tingles from there.

To complete the package, the pair turned to a true underground icon: Jay Tripwire. Known for his deep, intricate and uncompromising sound, Jay delivers an extended reinterpretation of “Who’s The Boss” that’s nothing short of masterful. Clocking in at 11 minutes and 12 seconds, this remix is a full-blown journey — expansive, detailed and effortlessly hypnotic. So strong, in fact, that it takes the entire side of the record. No gimmicks, no shortcuts. Just a seasoned craftsman at work, reimagining a future classic.

Who’s The Boss EP is a statement of intent from Rob Pearson & Paul Donton — timeless underground energy pressed to wax for those who know.

Rob Pearson & Paul Donton - Who’s The Boss EP (Incl. Jay Tripwire Remix) (EVAL002)

Peruvian artist Alejandro Cuestas returns to his Cavilar imprint with a standout four-tracker, delivering a run of fiery, techno-leaning jams that carry both character and clarity. Cavilar has long operated in its own space, favouring deep, trippy, machine-minded club tools with strong South American fingerprints, and 'Noches de Olivar' continues that trajectory with confidence. [continue reading at...

Premiere: 3 - Alejandro Cuestas - Noches de Olivar [CVL046]

Barcelona-based Matthew Neequaye steps in for #50 of our SoundCloud series, recorded at Bret during our Summer Closing.

VBX #50 - Live Recording BRET by Matthew Neequaye

Dutch producer Stiffm steps up for his debut on Dobar House Gruv with a three-track EP that captures the essence of the Dutch underground. Continuous Motion EP delivers a sleek blend of modern minimal house grooves infused with the spirit of ’90s house melodies. Known for weaving classic influences into contemporary frameworks, Stiffm brings his signature fusion of melodies, grooves, and timeless house aesthetics — a refined invitation straight to the dancefloor.

Stiffm - Threshold

Overthink presents the 14th mix in our series, delivered by Bugsyy, a DJ from Sichuan, China and the founder of Circular Imagination.
Bugsyy brings a dynamic blend of electro, house & techno, showcasing his distinctive sound and forward-thinking approach.

OTH MIXES 14 - Bugsyy

A1 - Paolo Mosca -  Ex-stasy

Pre-order : https://www.kma60.com/release/1765875455/various-night-prologue

Night Prologue POW001

Panthers on Wax kicks off its catalogue with Night Prologue, a VA that dives head-first into the night from the dark pulse of the club to its most intimate afterglow.

Bringing together four defining voices of the contemporary French underground, the release unfolds like a nocturnal tale in two acts.

Side A hits with two floor-focused weapons:

P.O ignites LA VOITURE DE LA POLICE, a raw mechanical surge « It doesn't matter who did it as long as it burns. »

N2O pushes deeper with DISTO PIA, where distortion fractures, breathes, and rebuilds « Darkness dances, the heart cracks, and the night puts its pieces back together. »

Side B shifts into emotional territory:

PAGENTY delivers LE VENT CHUCHOTE TON NOM, a nostalgic synth drift « The nights are endless oceans in which I search for you. »

LORYN wraps the record with GINI, a glowing synthwave shimmer « More than a soda, Gini holds a forever echo »

From new beat and electro to techno and synthwave, Night Prologue carves out the Panthers on Wax identity, nocturnal, hybrid, and driven by narrative.

VARIOUS - NIGHT PROLOGUE POW001 (SNIPPET)

Breathe (David Guetta 2010 Remix)

Distribution Worldwide: Subwax - https://soundcloud.com/subwax-bcn-distribution
Demos: only via soundcloud DM.
Info:  info@slowlifemusic.org
Booking enquiries:  asia@esmero.art

The unhurried rhythm of evolution.

Slow Life came into being in 2011 when an easygoing set of Spaniards & Italians crossed paths and coalesced in Berlin. The current collective consists of Laurine, Cecilio, S. Moreira, and Santi Uribe a.k.a. Indi Zone. The music they play, like the music they produce, is bound together by threads of luminosity and timelessness. 

Between innumerable hours in the studio, a knack for sourcing new talent, and thoughtful art direction, the label grew steadily and organically, and a signature Slow Life identity began to emerge. This led naturally to parties at their homebase in Hoppetosse and the globe-trotting showcases for which the group has become widely known. Ardent digging and long, mesmerizing DJ-sets are central to their craft; they fabricate a musical space for the audience to get lost in, the adventure going as far and deep as the collective imagination will allow. To put it simply: they know how to throw a party and make you feel right at home. 

Each release on the label invokes a timestamp of their intersections and environment, resulting in collaborations with Primary Perception, Basement Space, and Paolo Mosca, to name a few. Strains of jazz, breaks, and ambient music inflect Slow Life’s singular sound with a charismatic balance of discerning taste and approachability.

Slow Life is about taking time and the unhurried rhythm of evolution. Music as a celebration of music. No rush, no pretense, no limitations — only deep work, positive expression, and playful experimentation.