Hot Picks: EdiP Shares The Tracks Inspiring His Sound D’Elite Debut

EdiP

EdiP is part of the new wave reshaping Europe’s underground. Born in Bucharest and now ranked among Beatport’s Top 10 Minimal Artists of 2024, his sound blends tight percussion with hypnotic grooves and evolving melodic touches. With releases on Deeperfect, Moan, and Take Notes, and support from heavyweights like Marco Carola, Jamie Jones, and Joseph Capriati, he’s fast becoming a name to watch.

His latest release, Lock Y Phone, marks his debut on Ilario Alicante’s Sound D’Elite imprint. The EP moves between the tense, rolling energy of the title track and the late-night bounce of I Know U, capturing both the punch and finesse of his current direction.

To celebrate, EdiP shares the tracks that inspire his style, from Mau P’s electro-fused Tesla and Ilario Alicante’s sun-drenched Vacaciones en Chile to classic vocal house like The Cure & The Cause and the soulful mastery of B.B. King.

Ilario Alicante - Vacaciones en Chile

The guitar blended with minimal beats makes this a timeless classic.

Mau P - Tesla

This one’s pretty fresh, and the melody hooks me right away. The mix of electro with tech house is just perfect for my taste.

Fish Go Deep feat Tracey K - The Cure & The Cause

Another classic that really hits. The vocals, groove, and melody all come together perfectly.

Michael Jackson - Smooth Criminal

From the cinematic video to the bassline and vocals, it was way ahead of its time.

B.B. King - The Thrill Is Gone

I can’t make a selection without including B.B. King. There’s not much to say — the way he plays guitar is truly unique.

Happy Clappers - I Believe

Going back to house with a classic piano-driven song.

Everything But The Girl - Missing (Todd Terry Club Mix)

A true classic — dreamy vocals that instantly transport you to another world.

Prospa - Don’t Stop

Back to today, this one’s a perfect example that simplicity works best. The sample flip, combined with a slick chord progression, makes it a total banger.

Max Styler, Deomid - Every Night

Another modern banger, solid bassline and chords that bring back old trance vibes. Blending genres always creates something unique.

Hector Couto - El House

Simple, tight groove with a classic vocal. Just perfect — always works in my sets.

EdiP’s Lock Y Phone EP is out now on Sound D’Elite, marking a decisive step forward that showcases his sound expanding from stripped-down minimalism to sharper, more festival-ready territory.

Balancing influences from classic house, funk, and blues to modern electronic heavy-hitters, EdiP’s selections reveal the depth behind his evolving sound.

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