Co-founder and creative force behind Lebanese-based label Paille Records, Jay has an ear for groove, an eye for design, and a heart for sonic and artistic exploration.

Join us on this episode to dive into his world, leading up nicely to our showcase this Friday at Aegis Festival.

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> @somewhereinsideyourmind

We’re excited to announce our second release featuring the talented French producer and DJ, Karaba. A native of Rouen, Karaba has garnered attention in recent years through his unique productions and active roles in organizing parties under various collectives. This EP delivers four impeccable dancefloor fillers - perfectly fit for the summer - showcasing his aesthetics influenced by electronic music of the 90s and 00s.

PREMIERE: Karaba - In My Mind [SW002]

From Beirut, Bits has devoted the past years to refine his sound, contributing to the vibrant local scene by seamlessly blending House, Breaks, Minimal, and Disco. A regular at The Ballroom Blitz and Soul Kitchen he always pushes the boundaries by creating an immersive and dynamic experience on the dancefloor, always eclectic and interesting. Enjoy this one!

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Following their evolution into a label earlier this year, the multidisciplinary Lebanese collective behind somewhere… is back with their third dancefloor-ready digital album - Deep Dare, consisting of three groovy and captivating tracks attentively crafted by Madrid-based DJ and producer Mostly James. [continue reading at...

Buy SW003

Premiere: 3 - Mostly James - Deep Dare [SW003]

Available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/yisUTn2GWZg

Label: somewhere...
Artist: Mostly James
Format: Digital
Cat. Number: SW003
EP Title: Deep Dare
Release Date: November 26th, 2024
Support it: https://mostlyjames.bandcamp.com/album/deep-dare

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PREMIERE: Mostly James - Take Control [somewhere...]

exclusive | Mostly James - Call At This Dimension | somewhere...

Madrid-based maestro Mostly James delivers a masterstroke with his latest offering, the "Deep Dare EP", released on the enigmatic imprint somewhere.... The EP's opening salvo, "Call At This Dimension", sets the tone with a captivating fusion of dancefloor immediacy and celestial sophistication.

At its core, the track is driven by a robust, hard-hitting bassline that anchors its kinetic energy, while a constellation of spaced-out synths and atmospheric pads create an expansive, otherworldly ambiance. The bleeping synth motifs, precise and hypnotic, weave through the composition with a futurist charm, complementing the textured soundscape. Adding to its allure, the track's midsection introduces cosmic, otherworldly vocals that seamlessly echo its titular premise, transporting listeners to a sonic dimension beyond the mundane.

"Call At This Dimension" exemplifies Mostly James's mastery of crafting intricate yet accessible electronic music. It is both cerebral and kinetic—a piece equally suited for introspective listening and the throes of the dancefloor. As an opening statement, it not only establishes the Deep Dare EP as a work of vision but also reaffirms Mostly James’s position as a vanguard of forward-thinking electronic music.

Buy the EP: https://mostlyjames.bandcamp.com/album/deep-dare

Artist & label information
Mostly James: @mostlyjames // https://instagram.com/mostlyjames
somewhere...: @somewhereinsideyourmind // https://www.instagram.com/somewhere____________________

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exclusive | Mostly James - Call At This Dimension | somewhere...

Sofy, the Ukrainian-Lebanese aficionado, well known for her bright energy and dedication, delivers a solid mix for our 17th installment. With an effortless style and a true love for the craft, she is standing out in a unique way among the new generation of artists in the city. Enjoy!

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Artist: Bassam
Title: The Alma Diary (Incl. Voigtmann Remix)
Label: somewhere…
Cat No: SW004
Format: 12” Vinyl

Tracklist: 

A1. Groovin Shinnin
A2. Alma Got Money
B1. Chaira Alma
B2. Alma Got Money (Voigtmann Remix)


Parisian producer Bassam lands on somewhere… with a deep, hypnotic EP rooted in mental grooves. Three originals designed for intimate dancefloors, topped off with a remix from Voigtmann. No need to say more!

Bassam - The Alma Diary (Incl. Voigtmann Remix) (SW004)

Twisty afterhours tech flexing a wealth of synaptic sample work and some sturdy synthesis. Moroccan artist Bassam steps up for the fourth release from Lebanese vinyl outfit Somewhere… with his “The Alma Diary” EP featuring a dope remix from the inimitable Voigtmann. [continue reading at...https://trommelmusic.com/music/premiere/premiere-a2-bassam-alma-got-money-sw004/]

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Premiere: A2 - Bassam - Alma Got Money [SW004]

exclusive | Bassam - Chaira Alma | somewhere... 

Some tracks don’t just groove - they linger. “Chaira Alma”, the B1 cut from Bassam’s The Alma Diary on somewhere..., is one of those late-night shapeshifters: hypnotic, techy, and subtly emotional. Rooted in a slick, low-slung rhythm, it glides through the club with a knowing pulse, each element measured and deliberate.

A darker synth line snakes beneath the groove, giving the track its nocturnal edge, while whispered spoken vocals drift in like inner thoughts caught between bass hits. But it’s the break that defines it - brief, padded, and strangely nostalgic, like déjà vu on a dancefloor. Just dreamy enough to pull you out of your body before the beat snaps you back.

“Chaira Alma” can be a peak-time weapon, a mood-setter, a space-shifter. The kind of track that doesn’t ask for attention, but keeps it once it has it.

Buy the EP: https://somewhereinsideyourmind.bandcamp.com/album/the-alma-diary

Artist & label information
Bassam: @bassam-idbaali // https://instagram.com/bassam_music
somewhere...: @somewhereinsideyourmind // https://www.instagram.com/somewhere____________________

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exclusive | Bassam - Chaira Alma | somewhere...

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In addition to publishing interviews, music reviews, DJ charts and track premieres, the webzine hosts out a  podcast series called 'art:casts'. This medium gives DJs and producers the artistic freedom to highlight their different musical styles while not being restricted by factors such as setting, and connecting them to a wider audience. 

Being in its ninth year, Torture the Artist has gained a strong and active online support group, including music enthusiasts to label managers and artists themselves, creating a cohesive community with music as their bond.

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