Hyunji-A - Ticking Clock [TOR037]
Release Date - 11.25.22
Stream - https://xyzlabel.lnk.to/TickingClock

Korean-Canadian producer Hyunji-A debuts on TOR with a prolific pairing, showcasing her knack for enticing & emotive grooves. She's been turning heads in her hometown Montreal through a riveting residency at the esteemed Stereo, and her production career is well underway with releases flowing on the likes of OneDotSixTwo and 3rd Avenue.

Ticking Clock opens with restrained & floaty drum programming allowing meandering melodics to claim control of the mood. A warmly rounded bassline ignites a smooth groove, as the lush vocal performance arrives in full. Perfectly positioned at the cross between foreground & melodic elements, Hyunji's performance is sure to catch the ear of global selectors in the winter to come.

On the flip, Exploration steers our journey is a more ominous direction, cutting straight to the club with a hearty kick. Synthetic flavors surround the arrangement, allowing just a moment of respite before the dance-forward flow returns in full. A jam cut straight from the cloth of her experiences in the Montreal afterhours.

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Hyunji-A - Ticking Clock [TOR037]

When We Dip Presents: Été III
Stream - xyzlabel.lnk.to/EteIII

As we enter the bountiful bliss of summertime, When We Dip brings together some of our favorite material from across the label families to create a mix brimming with sun-kissed energy.

Été harnesses deep and melodic tones, venturing through groovy deep house numbers drenched in emotive character. We curated Été to soundtrack this summer's flow.

When We Dip presents : Été III is also available as a DJ mix on streaming platforms, mixed by Montreal's @horla_music.

Tracklist :

1. Erdi Irmak - I Can Find (Laure Remix - Extended Mix) feat. Amega
2. Bross (RO), VICTHOR - Piece, Peace (Extended Mix)
3. Eduardo McGregor - Tal Vez Soñar (Hole Box & VITE Remix)
4. Mona Vale - Not for Me
5. Motip White - Tiny House (Dexter Crowe Remix)
6. Tyler Mesa - Serene Dream (Extended Mix)
7. Rashid Ajami, Madraas - The New World
8. HOKI - Noah & Luca (Emotional Tourist Extended Remix)
9. Maty Owl - White Room
10. Hyunji-A - Ticking Clock
11. Sinca - Dede (Extended Mix)
12. Double Touch, Flowers On Monday - Lasting
13. Warung - En El Amor (Extended Mix)
14. HOKI - Growing Young (David Orin Extended Remix)
15. Alejandro Mosso - Meandro
16. Conté (DE) - Tendo (HOVR's Double Time Remix)
17. Hosini - Red Silver
18. HOKI - Three (Death on the Balcony Extended Remix)
19. Lost BOUL - Moment in Time

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When We Dip Presents: Été III

When We Dip celebrates the second anniversary of our TOR imprint by revisiting instant classics from 2022.

A special thank you to all the producers who have joined us on the journey so far! We're overjoyed to work with such an amazing group of artists, and we can't wait to unveil whats coming in year three.

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TOR : Two Years

Mona Vale - Something I Can Change [TOR034]
Release Date - 08.12.2022
Stream & Buy - https://xyzlabel.lnk.to/MonaVale

Mona Vale arrives on TOR with a soaring sound built upon live electronics & indie dance tones. The UK-based duo has caught the ear of worldwide heads with their releases on Anjunadeep, Eton Messy, and Cherry House. We're thrilled to welcome them to the Dip label family with their debut EP on the imprint - Something I Can Change.

The A-side Something I Can Change opens with chopped vocals rising into a crisp groove, allowing sensational melodics to float alongside an easy-flowing house kick.

On the flip, Not For Me welcomes galavanting guitar riffs over a dreamy soundscape. Just as you drift into the clouds, a punchy & round bassline snaps right back into the groove, ensuring dancefloor delight.

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Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/monavale_music/

Mona Vale - Not For Me [Snippet]

Eduardo McGregor -Tal Vez Soñar (The Remixes) [TOR035]
Release Date - 09.30.2022
Stream & Buy - https://xyzlabel.lnk.to/TalVezSonarRemixes

As the summer drifts in the vibrant months of autumn, we’re thrilled to revisit Eduardo McGregor’s second EP on the imprint - Tal Vez Soñar. The Mexican maestro has showcased a distinct knack for global grooves, percussive rhythms, and rich melodies. He’s a unique talent within dance music - a multi instrumentalist, composer, and educator. McGregor’s true musicianship brings distinct quality to his productions, and we continue explorations into original organic territories with a set of sensational remixes.

Hole Box & Vite follow up a terrific EP on Tale & Tone with their remix on the project’s namesake - Tal Vez Soñar. Driven percussion and rotating rhythms provide a deep ambiance, shifting effortlessly through melodic moods. The groove is ever-present, ensuring listeners are entrenched in the foundation of dance as Tal Vez Soñar’s signature vocal performance arrives in full.

Anjunadeep’s JFR makes his debut on TOR, also taking the reins on Eduardo’s Tal Vez Soñar. He decompresses the arrangement with a blissed-out tone and sets the spotlight on elongated vocal touches. A smooth and dreamy roller from the Argentinian!

Massio & Josta take on Nothing In The Dark, harnessing psychedelic tones and swirling soundscapes, playing with the mind while providing crisp percussion to please the senses. They touch upon global influences with dips and dives into diverse crevices of organic house flavor.

Closing us out is Ilias Katelanos & Plecta, who provide an immensely vibey remix of the B-side. Rich synthetics ebb & flow over a groove-laden bassline, as a break in energy offers devious dancefloor moments. An ominously opulent production from the pair, and one sure to find the bag of global selectors for late summer shows.

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Tal Vez Soñar (The Remixes)

Eduardo McGregor - Tal Vez Soñar (Hole Box & VITE Remix)

Eduardo McGregor - Nothing In The Dark (Ilias Katelanos & Plecta Remix)

Erdi Irmak - Driftwood (The Remixes) [XYZ057]
Release Date - 10.14.22
Stream - https://xyzlabel.lnk.to/DriftwoodRemixes

Erdi Irmak is simply one of the most eclectic producers in the modern deep & melodic scene. The XYZ faithful will have grown fond of Erdi’s work on the imprint thus far, appearing on each of our Oppo projects and presenting a delightful EP earlier this year called Driftwood. As another soaring summer comes to a close, we breathe new life into the Driftwood project with a set of riveting remixes.

Leading the line is Brazilian multi-instrumentalist & producer Maty Owl, who has caught the attention of global dancers through sensational projects with Saisons & Timeless Moments. He takes the reins on I Can Find, crafting a deep groove through swirling synthetics and a revolving bassline. He twists Amega’s vocal chops seamlessly, utilizing them as harmonious elements while the instrumental arrangement takes aim straight at the dancefloor.

Niki Sadeki makes her long-awaited debut on XYZ with her rendition of Rainflow. The Canadian producer & DJ has built deep roots in the scene as a radio host and event organizer, and it’s a pleasure to have our compatriot on the imprint for the first time. She brings an afterhours flavor to her remix, as a signature hook ebbs too & fro while crisp drums blissfully balance the space.

Closing the project is Montreal’s Laure, who remixes I Can Find. She allows Amega’s vocal performance to shine over an easy-flowing groove. They bring incredible instrumentalism and a chilled-out ambiance that feels perfectly at home with Erdi’s original work.

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Instagram - www.instagram.com/erdirmak/

Erdi Irmak feat. Amega - I Can Find (Laure Remix) [Snippet]

Double Touch & Flowers On Monday - Lasting [TOR036]
Release Date - 10.28.22
Stream - https://xyzlabel.lnk.to/Lasting

As winter's darkness descents on the northern hemisphere, TOR provides genuine warmth with a meeting of melodic masters.

LA-based classical crossover pianist Van-Anh Nguyen and Aussie producer Mark Olsen have been crafting a distinct blend of electronica & orchestral tones as Double Touch, which has seen them ascend to the pinnacle of our scene through projects with All Day I Dream and TRYBESof.

German duo Flowers On Monday are rooted in community, connecting global tastemakers around a sound brimming with benevolent beats with releases on Do Not Sit on the Furniture and the new All Day I Dream In Waves.

Individually, these are four of the most talented artists in modern melodic dance music. Together, they are nothing short of a supergroup. We are thrilled to announce their debut on TOR with the new collaborative single - Lasting.

Crisp percussion and riveting rhythms set us deep into the groove on Lasting, while a warm bassline keeps the feet flowing. Chopped vocal cuts allow minds to wander, with floating melodies perusing across pianos, strings, and synths. Sensational sounds from start to finish.

Double Touch & Flowers on Monday also provide an 'Atmos Mix' of Lasting, dropping the arrangement deep into blissful territory, with full focus on the magical melody for the quiet moments to come.

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Lasting

Double Touch & Flowers On Monday - Lasting [Snippet]

Hyunji-A - Exploration [Snippet]

Hyunji - A - Ticking Clock (Original Mix) [Snippet]

Margee feat. Appolonie - Something Beautiful [TOR038]
Release Date - 12.09.22
Stream - https://xyzlabel.lnk.to/SomethingBeautiful

We are ecstatic to welcome back one or TOR's most essential artists : Margee. The Frenchman first caught our ear with his stunning edits of Tommy Guerrero and Daniel Norgren, before making his debut on the imprint with the sensational Plantalk EP; Still to this day one of the best projects we've put out!

Margee's mastery of low-slung groove and heady hooks continue to cut through the crowd. The French guitarist and producer showcases his distinct sound on his latest single - Something Beautiful.

The downtempo groover opens with light rhythms flowing over chopped vocal cuts. Devine drums and lush synthetic stabs balance a signature bouncy bassline, as Appolonie seizes the senses with her vibrant vocal performance. Pristine prose about the beautiful creations of life.

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Margee feat. Appolonie - Something Beautiful [Snippet]

Motip White - Long Shadow (The Remixes) [XYZ060]
Stream - https://xyzlabel.lnk.to/LongShadowRemixes

Motip White continued to chart his own course on his return to XYZ with the Long Shadow EP earlier this year. The Cologne-based producer has never settled for the predictable norm, working his way through projects from all corners of the musical landscape on his eclectic journey. With releases on the likes of Innervisions & Correspondant, Motip's productions drip in analog tones & bespoke indie-punk influence.

Continuing the journey of Long Shadow, we welcome two riveting remixers to take the reins on Motip's original material.

Super Flu need no introduction, as this pair of melodic maestro's is one of the most influential acts in our modern scene. Whether as founders of the illustrious Monaberry, or through their releases with the likes of Stil Vor Talent & Disco Halal, its an honor to welcome Super Flu for their XYZ debut. They twist the title track Long Shadow into a low slung bomb, retaining Motip's jaw dropping vocal chops and the main heaving hook. Super Flu add a linear edge, shifting deep into club territory with defiant dance floor moments on offer.

On the flip, we welcome back a dear friend of the label - Montreal's Dexter Crowe. As a founding member of XYZ, we're beyond thrilled to have Crowe in the driver's seat for Motip's instant classic - Tiny House. The Halaken-head soothes a steaming bassline into a sultry and crisp burner. The Aussie punctuates the original's ominous melodies, while mobilizing momentum via metallic synth-work during an emphatic. With the OG mix already a constant tool for the likes of Dixon and  me, Dexter's remix continues to raise the bar for Tiny House.

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Motip White - Tiny House (Dexter Crowe Remix) [Snippet]

Blanche III [XYZ061]
Stream - https://xyzlabel.lnk.to/BlancheIII

XYZ's signature collection returns in the form of Blanche - an annual series focused on collaborating with many of the artists who will carry the torch in 2023, and shining a refreshed light on their art in the early days of the new year.

From groovy to melodic, percussive to ethereal, Blanche represents the beginning of our explorations 2023's musical landscape. With newcomers and label favorites alike, the six track release continues to harvest XYZ's creative direction as an artist-first label, purveying talented and innovative producers with an insightful story to tell.

Leading the line is a Romanian-bred collaborative project between Bross and VICTHOR. Rich drum rhythms greet a delightful piano melody, as Piece, Peace sets us on our way with a truly beautiful offering.

The Turkish maestro Gadi Mitrani debuts on XYZ with Robot With a Heart. Synthetic tones enter the fold over a hearty hook, igniting the groove on this pearl of a production.

We revisit Erdi Irmak’s instant classic, I Can Find, with a freshly squeezed remix from Montreal’s own Oiseau de nuit & Laure. With a lifelong bond rooted in a shared love of music, this brother-sister pairing brings an after-hour tilt, opening space for rich melancholy.

As a new dawn arrives, we’re thrilled to welcome back Quebec’s Monarke to XYZ. There’s Still Time fosters a progressive sizzler, with swirling soundscapes pushing us deep into the solar system.

Canada’s Tyler Mesa returns to the imprint with a heady heater, showcasing his range and innovation in the studio. Serene Dream is all about the synthetic hook, which ebbs & flows perfectly over a masterful melody. A soon-to-be club classic from Mesa to kick off the year.

Closing out our third edition of Blanche is our beloved Brazileiro - Maty Owl - who provides an instrumental version of his recent remix for Erdi Irmak. Keep ears tuned, as we have lots more Maty Owl material coming in the near future!

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Bross, VICTHOR - Piece, Peace [Snippet]

Maty Owl - Astral Friend [TOR039]
Release Date - 02.10.23
Stream - https://xyzlabel.lnk.to/AstralFriend

Brazilian multi-instrumentalist & producer Maty Owl has captured the eyes & ears of global dancers. 2022 was a standout year for Maty, unveiling sensational projects with Saisons and Timeless Moments, plus a tantalizing remix of Erdi Irmak right here on XYZ. We are thrilled to welcome Maty Owl to our TOR with his debut EP on the label - Astral Friend.

On the A-side, White Room opens with crisp percussives and lush landscapes of sound. Afro tones flow seamlessly into the mix, with chopped vocal hooks balanced by pristine piano melodies. A bountiful bassline greets a punchy kick, offering a blissful dancefloor number for the finest of selectors & dancers alike. 

On the flip, Astal Friend welcomes progressive prominence, as effervescent & elongated synthetics capture the imagination. Surging sounds ebb & flow as Owl’s ominous tones ignite the night with afterhours flavors.

Closing out the project is VS, offering a middle ground between it’s two predecessors. Swirling synths rest upon rising melodies, elevating energy to a peak while the bassline goes to work. 

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Maty Owl - White Room [Snippet]

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Hyunji - A - Ticking Clock (Original Mix) [Snippet]

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