Hot Picks: Kozlow Explores Memory Driven Club Music And Underground Roots
- Undrtone Blog
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Kozlow’s Hot Picks selection is rooted in lived experience rather than trend chasing. Across these ten records, the Brooklyn-based DJ and producer pulls together music that has soundtracked key moments on dancefloors, festival sites and late-night rooms, with each choice carrying a clear emotional and physical memory.
That grounding feels especially relevant as Kozlow closes out 2025 with ‘New York Blues’, the latest release on his fast-rising ANTHR FCKNG PARTY label. Where the imprint’s earlier releases established a gritty, dancefloor-first identity, this new cut leans further into atmosphere, mood, and the pulse of the city that shaped him.
That same sensibility runs through this playlist. These are tracks that reward patience, trust the room and unfold naturally rather than demanding attention. From Burning Man mornings to Glastonbury side rooms and vinyl moments that stick for years, Kozlow’s selections reveal a DJ who values feel, timing and connection above everything else.
Art Of Tones – Gimme Some More (Saison Remix) (MONOSIDE)
“Heard this at 9AM on burn day at G Camp. I recorded it on my phone to Shazam later, and when I finally ID’d it a month after the burn, it instantly brought me back to dancing with friends in that moment.”
Will Easton – 18 Month Free Trial (Street Tracks)
“I’d played this out before and then semi-retired it, but hearing Chris Schwarzwalder mix into it at City of Gods on Halloween made me sprint to the dancefloor for the breakdown.”
Underworld – Two Months Off (Tim Green Remix) (Balance Music)
“Orson has dropped this in multiple b2bs we’ve played. Lush chords, slow build and a journey that really gives the dancefloor what it deserves.”
Deetron – Translate Rhythms (Mutual Rytm)
“Hearing Kenny Larkin play this at Garbicz was unreal. His mixing on a V10 is magical, and this track was a real highlight of the set.”
Jonathan Kaspar – Overfree (Crosstown Rebels)
“Heard this during Carlita and DJ Tennis’ Robot Heart set while running solo across the playa at my first burn. The combined low end was something else.”
Theus Mago – X Control (Correspondent)
“I’ve played this out 17 times. Great groove, great bassline and just the right touch of acid without going too far.”
DJ Pierre – Generate Power 2017 (Blondish Less Diva Rework) (Get Physical)
“This one slowly asks how weird we can get, then rewards you if you stick around for the vocal drop later on.”
Stylophonic – Jack It Up (Trax Records)
“Heard Seth Troxler mix this b2b with Jamie Jones at Glastonbury in a tiny, packed room. Just a fun tune for a perfect situation.”
David Bendeth – Feel The Real (Jazz N Groove Ultra Classic Mix) (NRK Sound Division)
“Possibly the grooviest bassline ever. I heard Kaz James play it on vinyl at a Coachella afterparty and we talked about that moment all year.”
Alicia Bridges – I Love The Nightlife (Disco Round)
“This is a perfect song. I never get tired of it, and it still hits me deep every time I hear it.”
This Hot Picks selection captures Kozlow exactly where he is right now. It reflects a DJ shaped by rooms, timing and shared experience rather than hype cycles or fast turnover. Each track has earned its place through repetition, memory and emotional weight, mirroring the philosophy behind ANTHR FCKNG PARTY and his own productions.
As ‘New York Blues’ closes the chapter on the label’s first year, this playlist reads like a wider statement of intent. Honest records, trusted dancefloors and music that stays with you long after the night ends.
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