Ariane V is a sucker for an infectious house cut. Not your regular "monotonous doof doof" as she calls it, we're talking the kind of house music that'll keep your energy levels high and your bodies moving from the get go. 

The Czech-born, London-based DJ has come up through the ranks as part of Common Ground (FKA Rhythm Sister), a DJ collective who platform, support and promote womxn, non-binary and trans artists.

Thanks to her refined tastes, which you can hear on her monthly radio show on South London's Balamii, individually she's been picking up regular slots across London and the UK, with an upcoming debut overseas in Slovakia soon.

Best listened to as a little Friday night sonic pre-amble or to soundtrack your home cooking, Ariane's Shine A Light offering is an hour and a half journey through laidback jams, cosmic chuggers, uplifting vocal house and driving progressive cuts, with a couple of tracks from her native Czech Republic thrown in the mix.

Ariane V: The 'Shine A Light On' Mix

Meg and Nid bring a selection of whompers and romantic melodies to The Utopia Project studios inspired by their great set at our recent rave up in North London.

Fidelity

Utopia Project Radio Volume 6 - Meg Paine & Tech Support

For my first guest, I invited the Dublin-based seasoned party throwers and purveyors of Italo, Cosmic wizardry @bellafestadublin.

Off the back of their Summer packed with dates across Europe and infamous parties in Ireland, I was lucky enough to see them do what they do best at Berlin's Urban Spree. It was exquisite, and their guest mix is much the same.

@radiorelativa Madrid

RADONDO w/BELLA FESTA - Radio Relativa 04/11/2022

Recorded live @Refugeworldwide January 25th 2023
First hour: @vioprg
Second hour: @okouru

Flight Mode - Vio PRG & Okouru live @ Refuge Worldwide 25.01.2023

A fortnightly journey into H.O.U.S.E. hosted by Dan Beaumont & Nadia Ksaiba featuring interviews & mixes from super special guests. Expect two hours of old bangers and upfront pumpers.

https://www.nts.live/shows/rhythmconnection/episodes/rhythmconnection-16th-february-2023

Rhythm Connection w/ Boys Shorts 160223

'Electro punk disco', what's not to like about that? This is the name that London duo Baba Ali coined to describe their electrifying sound which takes a little bit of all the things we love here at Ransom Note and stirs them up in a big old pot.

Comprised of American musician Baba Doherty and British guitarist Nik Balchin, the group blend elements of punk funk and electro with NYC disco and no wave, that's equal parts for the dance floor and for the stage, which they're no stranger to.

They've been touring up and down the country since their debut LP dropped in 2021 and they're showing no signs of stopping anytime soon. With the release of their sophomore album imminent - a debut on Memphis Industries called 'Laugh Like A Bomb' which has been on repeat on 6Music - they join The Go! Team on tour around the UK as of this weekend. But before that they'll be making a pitstop at our own R$N residency at The Social on 10th March for an intimate live set...

Ahead of the gig, we asked Baba to give us a flavour of all his influences, which he does in fine fashion with this mix of groovy, crunchy funk, punk, synth pop, new wave and electro... Perfect fodder for your thirsty Thursday.

Tickets for Baba Ali at The Social: https://ra.co/events/1662712

Baba Ali: The 'Shine A Light On' Mix

Esa is a producer, musician and DJ who has never been one to sit still. He is always working on something exciting and seems to draw strength from collaboration and the creativity of others as much as he does himself. Over the years he has released music on the likes of Highlife, Local Talk, Dekmantel, Bronswood, Endless Flight and many more – his sound evolving based upon his external influences and discoveries of late.

Based in London, he is incredibly well travelled and has worked alongside a number of musicians and bands, seeking to broaden his musical horizons and draw upon the roots of the sound and cultures which have informed his tastes.

As a DJ Esa is well versed, honing his craft on dancefloors in Glasgow where he held his first residency at the infamous Subculture. It is here that this mixtape was recorded, his return to the party earlier this year was a triumphant tour de force showcasing just how far Esa has come as an artist.

This mixtape spans a wide variety of styles and sounds but most importantly is destined to keep you moving and dancing throughout. Sometimes live sets don’t make much sense out of context, yet in this case there is something special captured in the sound which makes you feel like you are right down the front banging that old Sub Club booth.

Esa: The 'Wednesday Alternative' Mix

Mothball FM's George Hysteric invites Viennese digger Disco Al Dente.

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Outsiders: Mothball FM w/ Disco Al Dente @ Kiosk Radio 12.04.2023

Our homeboy COLLEGE GROOVE is back with another two stunning tracks on the EP ADARKAR including a remix by EDICKSON MANRIQUE. Brazilian talent College Groove presents two progressive house gems full of groove , Adarkar and Hype Synth, proper do fire the dancefloor. USA producer Edickson Manrique returns to the label with a remix for Adarkar, adding his sound signature full of groove and percussions , creating a powerful version for the track. Listen and Grab now your copy. The Groove is in Your heart !!

Colleg Groove - Hype Synth (Original Mix)

🌀 **Unreleased – Propa People: "Cultism"** 🌀

Dropping this one as an exclusive sneak peek – **"Cultism"** is a **deep house groover** laced with **acid stabs**, **chunky percussive rhythms**, and **emotive synth textures** that pull you right into the vibe. Perfect for those who love their grooves **deep, hypnotic, and full of character**.

🎧 **Stream it now, drop a comment, and let me know what you think!**

#Cultism #PropaPeople #DeepHouse #AcidGrooves #Unreleased
Coming soon to Propa digital...


Propa People Cultism (Original) - unreleased

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