Stunning start to my Friday  frolicking..... thanking you.

Wowza 🚀🚀….need the ID on this one badly please 🙏🏾

Need the ID on this absolute weapon too please 🙏🏾 😮‍💨🚀🥵

More than the vessel of choice for our periodical journeys across a bountiful, colourful, wonderful universe made of cultural intricacies, built upon collective identities and sustained by expressive individualities, music is a fundamental component of everything we do. Binding force and guiding principle for an expansive community of worldwide wanderers to which we all proudly belong. It is no secret that one of its special properties lies in the ability to overcome the constraints imposed by time and space, a unique power that makes efforts such as this series possible by bringing us all together in its enjoyment, regardless of our respective locations, taking us to warmly familiar places in our hearts and vastly unknown spaces in our minds. Quintessential qualities that are harnessed by gifted sonic manipulators to create time-bending experiments, generating a special type of energy that can be applied to every wrinkle of our bodies. These are the talents that made Running Hot’s reputation worldwide as a prolific producer and superb selector, taking him to discerning dancefloors across the globe and placing him among our beloved guests in this series. His contribution to it is a fiery mix, fueled by the myriad rhythms of House Music in all of its glorious diversity that provides a constant heat source for everyone willing to let its light shine.

Gop Cast 118 - Running Hot

Recording of Jonny Rock's set at Dekmantel Selectors 2024.

Dekmantel Selectors 2024

Jonny Rock at Dekmantel Selectors 2024

We’re back from a short break with our 50th Tiger Tape, and this time, we’re heading to Turkey! Our guest, Venus Exotica, is known for her diverse sets, blending nostalgic sounds with fresh, unconventional vibes.

A resident at Loose FM in the UK, where she hosts Sonic Love Letters, Venus is also a key figure in Istanbul’s vibrant music scene, effortlessly switching between cozy listening bars and dynamic dance floors.

Tiger Tapes 050 - Venus Exotica

Zeynep Erbay is a Turkish producer and dj who has released music on the likes of Soul Clap Records, Fool’s Gold, Nu Northern Soul and Exploited. She tends to blur the lines between traditional house music and that steeped in a more italo lead, cosmic influence.

As a DJ she is commanding, her taste informs sets which tend to weave and wander, telling a broader story rather which soundtracks long nights on the dancefloor.

They are often highly energetic, yet packed with feel good influence.

Now based in London, she has worked tirelessly, cementing herself as a key figure in the eclectic underground.

Zeynep Erbay: The Ransom Note Mix

Finally back with our podcast series and we're glad to feature Asa Tate (@asatatemusic) aka Tech Support (@tech-supportuk). It's crazy to say that still being quite young the British producer is one of the artists it seems that we've been following forever.
Not only is he an amazing DJ and producer (whatever the alias), but he's also a super kind person who I was extremely happy to meet last year in London.
If not done yet, please give a follow, especially on his Asa Tate account as new EPs will be flowing in the next weeks including bangers on Semi Delicious, Make A Dance, Silver Bear and more.

Tracklist includes :
Young American Primitive - These Waves
Asa Tate - Tucana
Shining Path - Good Times (Baroque Club Dub)
Love Trip - Face To Face
Harri Pierson - Instant Message
Asa Tate - Pacific Samba
X.B.T. - Stop Provin’ 
Sunscreem - Perfect Motion (Boys Own Mix)

https://www.instagram.com/asa_tate___/




MTT Podcast #43 by Asa Tate aka Tech Support

Next up on Tiger Tapes, the fierce @frizzymcguire27  🐾
Straight from Naarm’s bubbling underground, she delivers a wild ride of genre, hopping grooves and fearless energy.
With roots in Australia and a fluffy name that hides a true rave renegade, Frizzy’s been setting parties alight alongside Romain FX, M.A.D, Bill Brewster and more. 
Buckle up for 75 minutes of high-voltage fun ⚡

Tiger Tapes 057 - Frizzy

For Viscera 131, Kléo joins the series! 

“House is a feeling, a community, and a celebration of life.” For DJ, producer, and visual artist Kléo aka Clélia Zida, House music is a guiding light. French-born and Amsterdam-based, her love affair with the genre began two decades ago. She leads every dancefloor from the heart, with emotion, energy, and togetherness at its core. In her seamless mixes, the mood effortlessly shifts—from stripped-down, raw, and unapologetic jacking grooves to warmer percussive layers and vocal-driven energy with emotional resonance.

In early 2024, she launched her label Call 4 Rhythm, debuting with her first self-produced single, Agogo.. Across Agogo, Kléo reaffirms her commitment to House music’s ethos, blending squelchy TB-303 acid licks, jazz-tinged chords, interstellar synths, and sleek, soulful drum machines. Kléo will soon be announcing a new release on their label as well.

At the end of 2024, she launched the Call 4 Rhythm party series. In an era where inclusivity in club culture is more vital than ever, her mission is clear: advocating for love and acceptance by creating spaces where people feel seen, respected, and empowered. 

Beyond the dancefloor, Kléo is a core member of the Rush Hour store crew and a resident on Kiosk Radio, where she hosts In-House, a monthly show dedicated to her current selections. She has graced iconic clubs like Panorama Bar, De School, OHM, berlinClub, 20/44, and Peti Kupe, as well as major festivals such as Dekmantel, Selectors, ADE, Lost Village, DGTL, and LOVEFEST. 

As the great Larry Heard once asked, “Can you feel it?” When Kléo is at the decks, the answer is always a resounding yes."

In the words of Kléo: “Fresh home-recorded mix packed with House cuts I’ve had on heavy rotation lately. I Hope you dig it!”

Photo Credit - Doug Piers

@kleodisco

Kléo | 131

Radio On Vacation with E-Talking

A deep, groovy house track with warm percussion, a hypnotic bassline, and a melody that stays in your head. “Keep it in Your Mind” brings the vibe of late summer nights on the beach – barefoot in the sand, watching the waves. Produced by Chris Krum, crafted for both club energy and seaside chill moments. 🌊🎶

Keep it in your Mind

Step to this

City Heat (Latin House flavoured Club Mix)

Ransom Note is an online music, arts and culture magazine. We provide a home for readers and writers with boundless enthusiasm, esoteric knowledge, fierce opinions and impeccable taste.

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.

Alongside this we offer musings on film, books, life, and art, generating some context and controversy as an antidote to the reheated PR that clogs up the internet. Our office is fuelled by Tunnock’s Bars, cat memes, hangovers and a ridiculous, never ending love for our culture.

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Zeynep Erbay: The Ransom Note Mix

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