Deep Root Records label boss Francis Mercier (who has released on Spinnin & Armada) aka Emvafaya, joins forces w/ Spanish deep house maestro @arodes10 (who has released music on Armada & MoBlack) and UK electropop star and BBC fave Darla Jade.

The three of them turn the iconic festival fave of Adrian Lux’s ‘Teenage Crime’ into a deep and melodic version of tomorrow’s dance music.

Arodes, Emvafaya - Teenage Crime (Francis Mercier Edit)

Beatport Exlusive / Spotify: https://lnk.to/chamacha

Early Support: Black Coffee, Blondish,  Francis Mercier.

Israeli Duo The Angels have been enjoying multiple success with their releases on HMWL, Sony Music, Deep Root Tribe and Go Deeva.   

Their latest HMWL release Feeling Good in collaboration with Shrii has quickly raked 400,000 plays on YouTube music and stayed in the Beatport charts for over 2 months, peaking at Top 10 in Organic House.

Now they are back with Chama Cha Trumpeta, an afro house bomb featuring Kenyan award winning vocalist Idd Aziz. With Natema and Vooz Brothers on remix duty, the release has already received early support from Black Coffee, Blond:ish & Francis Mercier.

The Angels just passed 1 Million Streams on Spotify and this is a follow up to their collaboration hit track Jungle Walk that ended up in the Afro House Top 3.

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The Angels & Idd Aziz - Chama Cha Trumpeta (Original Mix)

Stockholm based DJ & producer Sebjak cues up another juicy collaboration with fellow Swede, Fahlberg. Following recent club hits on MoBlack Records and Bibliotheque Records, the dynamic duo drop one serious summer anthem contender for Blond:ish’s ABRACADABRA imprint, with the single ‘Somebody’.

Already a staple in Blond:ish’s DJ sets, and picking up serious heat with the dancers, this breezy and heady house track builds steadily, setting the groove perfectly with galloping percussion before teasing in its main vocal hook, blasting this happy happy track into the stratosphere!

“The track was actually made over one and a half years ago, with no real intention to release it at first, we just loved the vocals and the concept around it. But after sending it out to some DJ friends and artists, Viv picked up on it, and when she started to play it, we noticed how many people were asking about it. The hype around the track began to live its own life and started to grow organically, and the amount of requests for this song became so many that we had to finally release it!”

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Sebjak & Fahlberg - Somebody - edit

BLONDISH, Francis Mercier, Amadou & Mariam - Sete is out now! 

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BLONDISH, Francis Mercier, Amadou & Mariam - Sete

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Full Album: https://orcd.co/CRMLP20YR

Damian Lazarus celebrates 20 Years of his world-renowned Crosstown Rebels imprint with a special album  project of unreleased cuts and fresh remixes, featuring material from Black Coffee, Maceo Plex, Art Department,  Dennis Cruz and many more. 

Ringing in a major milestone in style, 2023 will see Lazarus and Crosstown mark  the 20th Anniversary of the label with a series of celebratory projects unveiled in the lead-up to summer, with ‘CR20 The Album’ set for  release on 12th May 2023.  

“20 years ago, I dreamed a dream of creating a family of like-minded, crazy individuals from all corners of the planet - releasing  music to the world and making people dance. That dream was Crosstown Rebels, and this year we are 20. Over these years, I have  forged beautiful friendships, discovered very talented artists and tried my best to help, advise and support some of the most  colourful characters in dance music. Crosstown Rebels is more than a record label, it is family. 

So 2023 will mark the label’s 20th Anniversary. This is an opportunity for the Crosstown Rebels family, a global community of  artists, DJs and creatives, and the label’s myriad of followers to celebrate this momentous milestone. There will be parties and  events around the world. A killer compilation of exclusives and special remixes, a beautiful coffee table book, a short film, and a  special launch event are planned to bring together the sights and sounds of the label’s unique and influential history. There’s lots to  share, announce and reminisce. 20 years young.” - Damian Lazarus. 

Opening the package, Lazarus’ own 2020 collaboration ‘Into The Sun’ with regular Crosstown vocalist Jem Cooke is given a cosmic rework  by Johannesburg’s Major League DJz, while Jamie Jones’ slick ‘Paradise 2011’ is stripped back and given a new lease of life by the  hypnotic and heady sounds of Art Department. Opening the B-Side, Dennis Cruz brings his percussive Latin-infused signature sound  palette to Chilean musician and producer Pier Bucci’s ‘Hay Consuelo’, before Audiojack’s ‘Feel Good’, another standout collaboration  alongside Cooke, is taken into synth-led territories as Michael Mayer reaches for an evolving bed of captivating tones. 

The second half of the project brings more excellently remixed material, both new and old, with GRAMMY-winning DJ/producer Black Coffee  turning his hand to the label’s first release of 2023 in Made By Pete and Zoe Kypri’s emotive ‘Horizon Red’, unveiling reworked melodies and  sparkling keys as he delivers an interpretation of a track which has featured as a staple in his sets. Next, the project welcomes Adam Ten &  Yamagucci’s playful yet off-kilter and wonky ‘The K Dance’ which unveils itself as a production perfect for those late night hours and early  afters, before Ellum boss Maceo Plex’s ‘Together (2011 Mix)’ brings another lost production to the mix with a driving and zipping ride through  sugary synths and soaring leads. To close, Tibi Dabo turns his attention to Guti & Dubshape’s absorbing ‘Every Cow Has A Bird’, delivering a  nimble minimal-led trip through lush pads and crisp percussion to round things out in style.

Made By Pete X Zoe Kypri - Horizon Red (Black Coffee Remix)

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Yepes returns to Abracadabra following his recent ‘My Way’ single with Sounds Of Rituals, this time collaborating with Presi On and Renate for the powerful vibes of ‘Mawu’.

Yepes picks up the story; “the story of this track began on a road trip to Cartagena. While we were listening to different songs, we hit a song from Adriatique that caught our attention at the same time as the sunset. The melodies and emotions they put into their track got us thinking and wanting to deliver a track with that emotion. That's how we came up with "Mawu," a very emotional and inspirational track. "Mawu" is a musical tribute to the powerful creator goddess of Dahomey mythology. This track is infused with heavenly harmonies and angelic chords, designed to capture the essence of Mawu's benevolent and nurturing nature. As we composed this track, we sought to convey the many facets of Mawu's character, from her role as a protector and nurturer of all life to her strength and determination in the face of adversity. The melody is designed to evoke feelings of hope and perseverance, capturing the essence of Mawu's journey and her unwavering determination to achieve her goals. Mawu is a goddess associated with the Sun and Moon, and we used this idea to create a track that is both light and dark, with a balance of different instruments, to create a harmony that reflects the balance of the universe. As you listen, let yourself be transported to the mystical world of Mawu, and be reminded of the power of the divine and the importance of living in harmony with the natural world.

Mawu

Augusto Yepes, Presi On, Renate - Mawu (ABRA045) [Edit]

Urmet K is next up on Stereo MCs’ connected label with two rich new singles, one of which features Zanzibar’s BAQABO.

Estonian-native Urmet K has steadily established himself as a firm fixture on London’s underground circuit. Blurring the lines between hypnotic and emotive house melodies. His music often features hefty grooves, intricate organic percussive passages as well introspective synth arrangements that have been supported by key players like Black Coffee, Themba and Pablo Fierro.

Opener ‘Unani Pendeza’ Ft. BAQABO is Afro house infused with spiritual synths and whimsical melodies. It’s one for late-night lovers, with the beautiful vocals and meaningful pads casting a fine spell on all who hear it. ‘Sweat’ is just as physically charged, this time with layer upon layer of loose percussion, swaying drums and keys that rain down from the heavens. Angelic vocal chants arrive next to bold minor chords to enrich the groove yet further and complete the magical atmosphere.

Unani Pendeza EP

Sweat

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Sweat (Original Mix)

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Touzani & Sofiya Nzau - Ouria Deka (Urmet K Remix)

Extended Version Here

Peperuke feat. Nes Mburu [OUT NOW]

To celebrate its 25th anniversary, Defected Records presents a series of extra special collaborative releases Together, integrating talent from the label’s storied past and the stars of its future. One of the OG Defected House Masters, Dennis Ferrer’s relationship with the iconic London label is checkpointed by a vast number of innovative originals, guiding house through many eras from soul and gospel to Afro and techno. Now renowned as one of the instantly recognisable anthems of modern house and the Defected catalogue, ‘Hey Hey’ receives two Afro house remixes from Jack Back and Da Capo & Kitty Amor. One of electronic music’s most recognisable artists, David Guetta created the Jack Back alias to return to his house roots, releasing the chart-topping Defected hit ‘(It Happens) Sometimes’ in 2018. His remix of Dennis Ferrer’s classic has been widely teased in his sets, including a DJ Mag livestream which resulted in a tidal wave of fan support; now the French titan presents the hotly anticipated ‘Hey Hey’, complete with pitched percussion steering us towards moments of tension and smooth, deep release. Up next on the package, South African producer Da Capo joins forces with a pioneer of the burgeoning UK Afro house scene, Mahaba Music label boss Kitty Amor. Together the pair create an unmissable take on the classic, presenting a brooding ‘Hey Hey’ that unfurls slowly to reveal growling, electronic rhythms that slice through the sound system with tenacity.

Hey Hey (Jack Back Extended Remix)

Dennis Ferrer - Hey Hey (Jack Back Extended Remix)

Space Motion - Baiana

Serbian based DJ, producer, label boss and musical maverick Space Motion has quickly become one of the scene's most reputable and in demand electronic artists of today.
As a live performer, Space Motions DJ sets are as dynamic and diverse as his music. Renown for stunning crowds with his stellar selection of upfront sounds, Space Motion regularly performs on all corners of the globe for the most reputable event brands and festivals. Space Motions contribution to music has seen him dominate the worlds most reputable playlists, streaming channels, music download charts and DJ support lists for the last several years, earning a barrage of support from some of the worlds leading names in Melodic Techno, Progressive, Trance and Tech House with his unmistakable cutting edge sounds.  The unparalleled energy and passion of Space Motions performances and productions have earned him international acclaim amongst leading musical influencers and the global clubbing community as he strives to usher in a new wave of underground music, leaving his loyal fans, followers, peers and critics eagerly anticipating his next move.

It's undeniable that this visionary producer and DJ is going from strength to strength as each day is one step closer to world domination.

SUPPORT: PETE TONG, CAMELPHAT, SOLOMUN, VER:WEST, TIESTO, NORA EN PURE, DAVID GUETTA, BLACK COFFEE, FISHER, HARDWELL, MARTIN GARIX, DIPLO AND MANY MORE.

Space Motion - Baiana

SPACE MOTION