love soundcloud for this reason. come across tracks I wouldn't have found!

Spring 2021

Honoured to have the legendary Larry Heard on board with this fantastic re-mix!

Black Paint

Moodymanc Black Paint (Larry Heard's After Dark Mix)-Tsuba051

Inkswel Ft Merwyn Sanders - Eternal Freedom (Linkwood Remix)

PLAYHOUSE95

Allready existing on WEB but not on a full version.

Recloose - Cardiology (Isolée Mix)

Telephones - Blaff

https://utopiarecordsinc.bandcamp.com/album/manabu-nagayama-soichi-terada-low-tension

This highly sought after version of Low Tension originally released on the 'La Ronde' EP on BPM Records Japan in 1991, has been remastered for single release for the first time. Also features a stripped back rework by cult Japanese producer Yukihiro Fukutomi and Alexander Bradley himself with an extended deep, dubby and melodic Utopian mix. The mythical deep house works of Japanese producers such as Nagayama and Terada have become folklore with the latter's production for Nami Shimada entitled 'Sunshower' (featuring Larry Levan mix) his most recognized work. Pressed Loud and Limited on a 180 gram vinyl 12" with its original beautiful stunning artwork on a full picture sleeve - all the trimmings by Phonica / Vinyl Factory London. We hope you enjoy this timeless record for years to come.

Manabu Nagayama & Soichi Terada - Low Tension (Utopian Mix)

Divenitto, António Barbosa - Sunset in Paris [I Am Boho Records]

Buy on Beatport
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Divenitto, António Barbosa - Sunset in Paris [I Am Boho Records]

copper

In the moonlight there was little to hold onto but one another beneath the glow of the faint white light up high above in the darkened sky. Close to me I watched the people come and go from the empty bar, they would walk through the illuminated door before observing the bleak and lonely scene with a sense of melancholy and sadness. The night outside was cold and harsh yet in here it was warm and welcoming. If only the rest of the world was simply able to see...

This one is beautiful. No Really. Guaranteed summer bliss reminiscent of the Italian dream house era for the present. The guys from Craigie Knowes found Paolo on Youtube jamming out on some rare hardware and this is his first release. Wow.

Close To Me

PREMIERE: Paolo Di Nicolantonio - Close To Me [Craigie Knowes]

@downtown-romeo return in fine form with their third release in the form of newcomer Saved My Life! Spread across 12 minutes, “Time Is Over” builds and falls to create a driving and anthemic groove for the late summer. Guaranteed to make even the stiffest among us move... Tip!

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HOTWAX // Saved My Life - Time Is Over (Vocal)

Pre-order: https://www.redeyerecords.co.uk/vinyl/101433-churchm004-gnork-marble

Fresh off the delightful 'Magic Arp' EP for Magicwire, Gnork continues his breakbeat-influenced trip with four cuts of forward-thinking and funky house music for south London institution Church. 

Teaming up with Douala, 'Space Jam' is an eclectic blend of boogie, electro and acid that is sure to tear up dancefloors as the months get colder.

Out October 12.

More exclusive music

Premiere: Gnork & Douala 'Space Jam'

www.soundcloud.com/kingandearly follow up their hugely successful 'Moving Forward' with their latest EP on Fly Boy Records . 

Lead track - 'Take You There' shows the pair building on their progressive, melodic sound with hooky vocals, weaving synth lines and of course - epic strings! 

'Runaway' is a more relaxed affair, with subtle piano chords transitioning into a warm bass-line under sweeping orchestral parts and an emotive vocal. This piece is a real journey from an understated intro to it's euphoric peak.

These two records show why King & Early are fast becoming a very exciting artist in the world of melodic house & techno.

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King & Early - Runaway

The new EP on Saturn Return is produced by Rowee and Nuiton and is a quality piece of music. ‘Lost Forest’ is a surreal march through a range of metaphorical textures. Endless permutations of rhythm, beat, percussion and a caustic voice are the main elements for more than 10 minutes. An additional acid synth finally emerges, breaking the rules of the beat. It’s romantic, hypnotic and strikes the perfect balance between angular rhythms and dreamy melodies. ‘Description of a Dream’ exudes ethereal patterns and nature like sounds. The prominent bassline includes plenty of water drops and build ups... this track seems to stretch out endlessly into the distance.

Rowee, Nuiton - Description Of A Dream

Fredfades & Jawn Rice - Travels Through Air O.G.D.V. (Mr. Redley's Extendo Mix)

Fur Coat’s Oddity label starts 2021 with a fresh edition of the acclaimed various artists “Odd Echoes Vol.4”. This instalment showcases some artists that are already known to the label, as well as many new additions to the family.

Fur Coat’s commitment to their label over the last few years has seen the imprint amass a dedicated following and an ever growing list of respected and lauded releases. Utilising their Various Artists compilations, the duo have unearthed some extremely exciting talent in this world and given emerging artists a platform to exhibit their craft.

Diving into the package we are greeted with the melodic and emotional sounds that Oddity has their recognisable stamp. Its clear though that each artist involved has developed their own signature sound and presents something unique to the VA. The first half is formed of well crafted tracks which ease us into the sound. Tracks the build and develop over time and help to kick start out musical exploration.

In true Oddity style the second half of the package leans towards darker and more driving pieces. Casting the listeners mind to the dancefloors which the tracks were meant to be played on. Its a VA formed of 21 original tracks mostly from first timers on the label, that all together solidify the identity of the series and sound of Oddity.

Odd Echoes Vol 4

Odd Echoes Vol. 4

Fur Coat, Julian Wassermann - Buried Lakes (Original Mix)

The third single taken from their album 'Something, Everything'. Out Now.
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Sultan + Shepard - nCTRL

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With our core team immersed in all aspects of dance music, we publish news, articles, and interviews covering the greatest in innovative, underground culture from across the globe. We offer regular, exclusive music and mixtapes from our favourite artists, and publish features shining a light on everything from the freshest new artists to the untold tales from rave history.

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PREMIERE: Paolo Di Nicolantonio - Close To Me [Craigie Knowes]

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