Stephen Nicholls delivers our next Toolbox House MCR promo mix ahead of his appearance at our event on Saturday 02nd April.

A long time friend of the label and regular featured artist, Stephen Nicholls music making genius spans way past 2 decades and as well as appearing on Toolbox House regularly, his works have appeared on labels such as Hot Sunday Records, Let There Be House and In It Together. 

Here he gives us a taste of what to expect from him in the tech suite at our event, delivering a big chunky tech house mix to get you in the mood. 

Turn it up loud! 

Tickets for Toolbox House MCR are available here:
https://www.skiddle.com/whats-on/Manchester/Rebellion/Toolbox-House-MCR/36005930/

Stephen Nicholls - Toolbox House MCR Promo Mix

Italian Producer, born in Rome 08 February 1979.
Real name: Antonio Amorosa 
Aka: AnAmStyle

Music is Sonic Candy for the Soul. Take it in & ride the energy.  It's Tribal. It's Deep. It's Vocal. It's Minimal. It's Life.

Toolbox House launched in 2003 as the sister house label to one of the world's biggest hard house labels, Toolbox Recordings. 

BEATPORT: https://tinyurl.com/toolboxBP
CONTACT: nikdenton[@]toolboxmusic.co.uk

Over the past 15 years Toolbox House has released tracks and remixes from artists and producers from across the house spectrum, including tracks and remixes from: Peyton, Nik Denton, Mark Broom, Pagano, Jason Chance, Dolly Rockers, Reza, Gordon John, Lee Yeomans, Nick Tcherniak, Da Silva Gunn, Max Sanna, Per QX, Wayne G, Alistair Whitehead, 7th Heaven, Andy Allder, Sharon O'Love, Diss Cuss, Nev Scott, Dom De Sousa, DJ Angel, Jodey Watley, Tonnic, Pip & Pen, Ross Homson, Paul King, Jay Cox, and more...

Ross Homson’s DJ career began in 2006 with a residency at the legendary, now-closed Mornin Glory in Manchester’s Gay Village. Since then, he’s become a mainstay at the village’s top house nights, including Breakfast Club, Organic, and Uni Challenge, while also performing internationally in Singapore, Ibiza, and beyond. Alongside DJing, Ross has mixed compilations for labels like Toolbox, Toolbox House, and Ideal, building an extensive production catalogue.

A key figure in the hard house scene, Ross quickly rose to prominence, performing at major events for Trade, Toolbox, Tidy, Frantic, and Xstatic. His versatile productions—ranging from techy warm-ups to peak-time anthems—earned widespread support and collaborations with DJs like Nik Denton, Andy Farley, and Ben Stevens. His tracks have been signed to influential labels such as Toolbox, Vicious Circle, and Tripoli. Ross’s accolades include a 2nd place finish in the Best Producer category at the Hard House Awards, with his Tidy producer album named Hard Dance Album of the Month by Mixmag.

In recent years, Ross has focused on his weekly residency at Aftershock in Manchester’s Gay Village, crafting extended sets that seamlessly transition from vocal and funky house to tech.

2020 reignited his passion for hard house, marking a return to the studio. His track “Spill The Tea” featured on Untidy’s Bassix album, while his collaborations with Drax Nelson, White Claw and Trash Talk, were signed to Tidy and supported by artists like Hannah Laing and the Tidy Boys.

Cleveland City Records, established in 1992 in Wolverhampton, stands as a cornerstone in the house music scene. Founded with an unwavering passion for the genre, this iconic label has become synonymous with innovation and timeless beats.

From its inception, Cleveland City Records has been a trailblazer, shaping the landscape of house music with its distinct sound and visionary releases. Pioneering the fusion of house, piano house, and other sub-genres, the label has left an indelible mark on the industry.

Renowned for discovering and nurturing emerging talents alongside releasing hits from established artists, Cleveland City Records has consistently delivered chart-topping tracks that resonate with audiences globally. Their dedication to quality and authenticity has solidified their status as a powerhouse in the electronic music realm.

The label's legacy extends far beyond its founding city, earning accolades for its contributions to the evolution of house music. Cleveland City Records remains a beacon of creativity and musical innovation, continuing to influence and inspire the next generation of electronic music enthusiasts.