MRKO Brings Soulful House Energy on Uplifting Release ‘Here Now’
- Undrtone Blog
- Sep 13
- 2 min read
Los Angeles producer and DJ MRKO has been steadily building a reputation for feel-good house that connects across clubs and playlists. His latest release, ‘Here Now’, out 4 September on Shared Fiction, captures that ethos perfectly. Warm, soulful and uplifting, it channels shades of 00s vocal house while keeping its sound current and polished.
The track flows with a sense of ease. A soulful vocal line leads the way, rising over a smooth bassline and crisp percussion. Subtle melodic touches float in and out, giving it lightness and movement without overwhelming the groove. The mix is spacious, giving the vocal room to shine while the rhythm drives forward with understated confidence. The result is a cathartic release that feels equally suited to daytime terrace sessions, beach playlists or moments of emotional lift on the dancefloor.
‘Here Now’ also arrives at a strong moment in MRKO’s career. He has supported heavyweight names like Benny Benassi, Robin Schulz, Angie Brown and Ferry Tayle at major California venues, including the Academy in LA and 1015 Folsom in San Francisco. His performances have also extended internationally, with appearances in London, Amsterdam, and Canada.
On the production side, MRKO has seen success with tracks like ‘Dark Ocean’, which reached number 4 on the Beatport Progressive House Hype 100 chart and clocked over 450,000 streams. His music has landed on Spotify editorial playlists, including Night Rider and New Dance, and his growing discography includes releases with Blanco y Negro and Liftoff Records, as well as a collaboration with house legend Angie Brown.
‘Here Now’ feels like another milestone, a track that radiates positivity without losing focus. Influenced by artists like D.O.D, Max Styler, Gorgon City, Camelphat and Lane 8, MRKO has found a balance between classic house sensibility and modern progressive touch.
This is soulful house designed to lift spirits. With ‘Here Now’, MRKO proves he can deliver tracks that move people, whether in packed clubs or on playlists that soundtrack daily life.
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