Jamie Jones presents Hottrax, an underground-oriented label dedicated to showcasing the darker side of the dance floor.

For consideration for release on Hot Creations and Hottrax, please upload demos here for review: tstack.app/hotcreations

Ø [Phase] has been a driving force in techno for over two decades, leading the movement with his prototypical, stripped-back sound. Since cutting his teeth at Sony Music London as a mastering engineer in the late ’90s, he’s paved his way unapologetically, often challenging audiences in his relentless pursuit of pure artistry. His stark tracks exude an unbiased confidence that effortlessly commands the dance floor, ripening into quintessential classics. At a deeper glance, his music reveals an unseen complexity that seems to defy time and space—meticulously arranged and fervently produced with technical mastery.

Initially debuting on Steve Bicknell’s Cosmic Records, he became the principal artist of Token Records, eventually launching his own Modwerks label. Besides a steady stream of critically acclaimed releases under his solo moniker, Ø [Phase]’s expansive projects include ongoing collaborations with Luke Slater as Roog Unit and Phyxix alongside Matrixxman. He’s co-produced iconic tracks with UK legends Underworld and crafted definitive remixes for the likes of Robert Hood, Scuba, and Rødhåd, but his momentum won’t stop there. Catch him touring extensively, headlining events at ADE, Berghain, Dekmantel, Fabric, and diverse cities across the globe. Ø [Phase] maintains his position at the forefront of techno innovation, continually redefining the essence of underground music.

Cercle is an artistic movement that hosts and curates experiences, events, festivals, a record label, and immersive musical journeys. At the intersection of music, aesthetics, heritage, and video, Cercle aims to create and produce innovative experiences on a global scale, highlighting unique artists on unique stages, offering a new perspective on the cultural and natural legacy of our world.

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Stemming from his home towns of Roxbury and Jamaica Plain, Waters is truly an inspirational and challenging artist. It is often said that those who experience the most pain go on to become the best healers through their ability to empathize with any situation. Kicked out on the streets at age 16, he had no idea that was going to become the theme of his journey. Family having turned their back on him, Waters saw no other choice but to hustle in order to survive the jungle he was thrust in to. 

Facing seemingly insurmountable odds he fought and struggled through adversity that no child should have to face at such a tender age. "Despite how messed up I perceived my situation to be, I always felt there were spirits watching over me ". From escaping close calls with law enforcements, to surviving a battle in which he was stabbed in the neck, to car accidents, Its amazing he still alive to share his story. Perhaps there is something watching over him, guiding him...

His spirit knew he was not even close to living up to his full potential.
A look toward change began with the teachings of Buddhism. He began to study the philosophy in order to channel his anger. Eventually after returning to the straight and narrow, his family opened their arms and took him in. After working a few odd jobs, for example a three-year stint at Herb Chambers selling cars, he quickly realized that he needed more spiritual fulfillment. “A way to give back to the world", He decided to become a massage therapist. This yearning to work in the field of message therapy didn’t stem from just anywhere. A few years prior, Waters was involved in a car accident that left him with chronic back pains. After eight months of going to multiple physical therapy sessions and meeting with various chiropractors, nothing seemed to work. His prognosis seemed pretty unpromising, and he started to accept the fact that he may have to live with this pain forever. This all changed however after meeting with Rev Trxx’s father, a Hoshino Massage Therapist. After two sessions, Rev’s father had Waters back in perfect shape. At that moment on the seed was planted, which has now blossomed into a successful private practice.

Besides massage therapy, Waters has another obvious passion, hip-hop. One of his odd jobs in particular was Staples. During his short time there, he got the chance to meet Viceversah. Though the spark didn't ignite then. The two would coincidentally bump into each other at a breakfast spot a year later, only to realise that they lived directly across from one another. After spending some more time together, both realized each others passion. Viceversah invited him for a guest appearance on his album and the rest is history.

Instilling the ideas of his mother, Water’s chooses a unique approach with his lyrics and overall hip-hop direction. “Ironically, my mother didn’t let me listen to hip-hop when I was young, due to the violent nature of the lyrics” Water’s says. He continues on by adding, “She didn’t want it to influence my behavior”. Waters realizes that at a young age, the lyrics he listened to definitely impacted his behavior on the streets. However, after being introduced to groups like “The Roots” and “Black Star”, Waters realized that using his negative life experiences could be a perfect way to send a positive message through his lyrics. “Music is my way to help heal, uplift and inspire others and myself”, he says. “It influences the soul in ways I could never imagine, and I feel responsible as a poet to help guide us to the highest path possible for spiritual evolution”.

Water’s realizes how lucky he was to get off the streets in one piece. After spending some time working at the Roxbury Boys and Girls club, he was able to see what happens to a lot of kids who aren’t as fortunate. “Years later I have run into kids that I once worked with and they’re all grown up. Some have served multiple jail sentences, others have drug problems and even kids”. Waters understands the fact that he is in charge of his own destiny, and that the success of you achieve in life depends on hard work and finding your true passion. “If you had told me 10 years ago that I would become a Buddhist massage therapist slash conscious lyricist or that I would get to perform at the United Nations for the international day of peace, I would look at you like you had two heads. A hustler turned healer is my story and I look forward to sharing it with you. I will change the world with words and my hands.”

Waters is currently finalizing his debut album, "Surface Tension" which will be dropping later this year.


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Roel Funcken officially popped up on the scene in 2010, with his solo debut, titled Vade, out on Ad Noiseam. But fans of electronic music, and IDM in general, have been tracking this Dutch musician for over a decade prior, when, along with his brother, Don, the duo has released some of the genre defining music on labels such as Djak-Up-Bitch, Schematic, Sublight Records, Neo Ouija, n5MD , Arcola (Warp) as the one and only Funckarma. In 2009 the Funcken brothers kicked off their very own, digital-only, Funcken Industry imprint, which hosted a few of their other projects and offshoots, such as Shadow Huntaz, Scone, Quench, Automotive, and the latest from Roel's solo works. Roel continues to influence the evolution of music through numerous releases (Sapper Morton on Analogical Force, Semtinal Convex on Methlab and Prester Hynn on his own imprint to name a few) and active engagement in the community, with music festival curation, mixes on mixlr and soundcloud and weekly playlists on Soundcloud and spotify. Roel's music is advanced in sound design, often incorporating unique experimentation in electronic sound, with cut-up, twisted, atmospheric sonic soundscapes, leaving the cranium always begging for more. His ambient textures maintain a cinematic quality throughout, while his percussive arrangements retain a constantly mutating framework, always reconstructing its rhythm and structure, contradicting complex configurations and minimal design. It's always a pleasure to taste the latest treat from this aural engineer, and find the latest gem in his never-ending arsenal of sound. Definitely check out his music Funck’d subscription on bandcamp to check out his latest tracks and get some exclusive material).

Booking: booking.and.wy@sound-embassy.com

Melodic - Groove - Deep - Emotional

AND(W)Y is a German-born, Dubai-based DJ, producer, and co-founder of SixthSense Events UAE, a creative collective shaping the city’s underground sound. His music moves between Melodic Techno, Tech House, Minimal, and Progressive grooves. Driven by emotion and dancefloor dynamics, he blends cinematic melodies, rolling basslines, and hypnotic rhythms into cohesive journeys that defy genre boundaries.

His musical foundation was built early, discovering electronic music at the age of 13. With a background as a professional chef, his creative instincts now flow into crafting carefully structured DJ sets infused with both flavor and depth.

Inspired by the sonic worlds of X Recordings (by Adriatique), Radikon, and Anjunadeep, AND(W)Y has shared the stage with artists such as Tita Lau, Farrago, and Sarazar, performing across Germany, Europe, the United States, and the UAE.

From Cologne (Germany)
Based in Dubai (UAE)

jameson@iamjt.us - management / bookings

https://tomvr.bandcamp.com/

@valbyrotarylabel
@graded
@ghostly
@allmythoughts

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▪️ MGMT & Bookings : creativelabofc@gmail.com

▪️ Bookings Middle East : marwan@ctnmth.com

 ► Promos: uchaofc@gmail.com


Bio :

Ucha Gvinepadze, known professionally as Ucha, is a renowned DJ and producer hailing from Georgia, Started in 2007, Ucha has quickly made a name for himself in the electronic music scene, garnering support from some of the world's most famous DJs at the Master level.

Ucha's journey in music began at a young age when he discovered his passion for electronic dance music. He started experimenting with producing his own tracks, drawing inspiration from a wide range of musical genres. His unique sound caught the attention of industry professionals, leading to collaborations with prominent artists and labels.

Over the years, Ucha has honed his craft and developed a signature style that blends melodic elements with driving rhythms. His dynamic productions have earned him a loyal fanbase and recognition from his peers in the industry.

Author of 2 studio albums and more than 100 original tracks.

One of Ucha's defining moments came when he received support from some of the world's most famous artists like: Black Coffee, Carl Cox, Vitage Culture, Claptone, Nora n Pure and more... This recognition served as a validation of his talent and catapulted him to new heights in his career. With an ever-growing discography and an electrifying live performance, Ucha continues to captivate audiences around the globe.

In addition to his success as a producer, Ucha has also made a name for himself as a skilled DJ. His seamless mixing and track selection have earned him slots at prestigious venues and festivals, where he delivers unforgettable sets that keep the crowd moving

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