DJ Tennis DJ Tennis has returned to his Life And Death imprint with new single ‘Misbehave’, a collaboration with vocalist Campbell King that arrives as the influential label celebrates its 15th anniversary. Released alongside an official music video, the track sees Manfredi Romano deliver one of his most direct dancefloor-focused productions in recent years. Built around commanding vocals, rolling percussion, lively basslines and vibrant rhythmic textures, ‘Misbehave’ captures the energy of open-air parties and peak-time club moments while retaining the musical identity that has long defined both DJ Tennis and Life And Death. Campbell King's vocal performance sits at the centre of the record, providing a confident focal point as layers of percussion and melodic elements gradually build around it. The result feels equally suited to festival stages, summer terraces and late-night dancefloors. The release arrives during a landmark year for Life And Death. Since launching in 2011, the label has become one of electronic music's most respected independent imprints, helping champion artists across house, techno, indie dance and more melodic corners of the underground. Over the years, it has developed a reputation for releases that prioritise songwriting, atmosphere and individuality alongside club functionality. As founder of the label, DJ Tennis has remained a central figure in shaping its direction. Beyond his work as a producer and DJ, Romano's career has spanned artist management, promotion and collaboration with artists across multiple genres, helping establish the broad musical perspective that continues to define the imprint. ‘Misbehave’ follows last year's well-received collaboration with Eliza Rose, ‘Playa Paradiso’, and continues a strong run of releases for both artist and label. As Life And Death enters its fifteenth year, ‘Misbehave’ serves as a reminder of the label's ability to balance underground credibility with records capable of making an immediate impact on dancefloors around the world. DJ Tennis Instagram | Facebook | X Life and Death Website | Instagram | Facebook | SoundCloud | Bandcamp Related reading: X & Ivy debut on Life and Death with ‘Special Attempt’

Record Sounds Like: Strong vocals and emotional pads over techy stabs and rolling drums. Self Control present Future Self's latest - "Hold On". Featuring a remix from Sam T Harper and Future Self's original cut, each offering a unique emotional House push with a summery edge. "Hold On" pairs vocal work plucked straight out of the golden age of Trance with emotional pad work that lifts the original into the higher echelons of emotive House music released this year. This record is pulling you into a late night sequence of techy beats, rolling drums and a dreamy peak. Both poignant and energizing. For the remix Sam T Harper adds new groove, with a rhythmic complexity we come to expect from him, complementing the original while standing out - this one is definitely for the heads. "Hold On" showcases Future Self's ability to blend a heartfelt musicality with darkroom beats, add to that the remixes evolving sequenced textures and you have a record that echoes with timelessness - available on Thursday, June 20, 2024. https://linktr.ee/selfcontrol Related reading: Adam Killey - Care 4 U [Self Control]

Kyle Watson Kyle Watson has released ‘Ask Me Tomorrow’, his first album since 2018 and the culmination of an unusual experiment in making the normally private process of creating an LP public. Released through his own No Context Records, the 11-track project was written against an 18-week deadline, with Watson documenting its development in real time. Rather than presenting listeners with a finished campaign months after the creative decisions had been made, the South African producer opened up the process as it happened. That self-imposed pressure also explains the album’s title. ‘Ask Me Tomorrow’ plays directly on procrastination, turning a habit of postponement into an exercise in accountability and forcing Watson to finish a complete body of work within a defined window. Musically, the result remains rooted in the bass-heavy house sound associated with Watson, moving through rolling low ends, tightly worked percussion and layered synths while finding room for contrasting moods. ‘9AM’ explores the album’s more rhythmically precise side, while ‘Bones’ brings greater warmth to the record. Collaboration also plays an important role. Walker & Royce join Watson on ‘Losing Focus’, with Will Clarke and UK MC Scrufizzer among the other artists contributing across the LP. The release follows recent album singles including ‘Keep Control’ and brings Watson’s public creative experiment to its conclusion. More importantly, it puts the focus back on the finished music after months spent showing exactly how difficult getting there can be. Kyle Watson Website | Instagram | Spotify    No Context Records Website | Instagram | Beatport    Related reading: Kyle Watson Previews Upcoming Album With ‘Keep Control’

Venbee & goddard. UK breakout star goddard. returns on 18th July with ‘Rabbit Hole’, the first single from his forthcoming EP ‘Here & Now’, set for release this August on his recently launched label, Rabbit Hole. Reuniting with BRIT-nominated vocalist Venbee following their chart-topping hit ‘Messy in Heaven’, the new single delivers an emotionally charged, high-impact blend of liquid and mainline drum and bass designed for both the dancefloor and the airwaves. Available now via Spotify, Apple Music, Soundcloud, Beatport and more. Blending gritty textures with euphoric toplines and raw lyrical energy, ‘Rabbit Hole’ is a commanding statement from two of the UK’s most impactful artists in recent years. It captures the emotional weight and cinematic energy that defines much of goddard.’s work, with Venbee’s haunting vocal performance at its centre. The result is a track brimming with commercial appeal while staying rooted in the raw, uncompromising spirit of UK bass music. Based in Northamptonshire, goddard. has quickly risen to prominence by pairing DnB tempos with lush melodies and infectious songwriting. Known for his genre-fluid production, he has collaborated with artists including Greentea Peng, Cat Burns, and Venbee, with the latter partnership earning a Platinum certification and BRIT nomination. His productions have attracted support from legends like Andy C, Sub Focus, and Sigma, and his remix of Cat Burns’ ‘Go’ showcased his crossover potential to a wider audience. Venbee, one of the UK’s brightest new voices, brings her signature blend of vulnerability and attitude to ‘Rabbit Hole’. With every release, she continues to defy expectations and challenge the narrative around what a pop artist can be. From viral debut ‘Lowdown’ to chart mainstay ‘Gutter’, Venbee’s rise has been meteoric, but her storytelling remains grounded, honest and distinctly her own. ‘Rabbit Hole’ also signals the true beginning of goddard.’s Rabbit Hole label. A platform for forward-thinking drum and bass, the imprint is set to champion both emotional and club-ready tracks, starting with this explosive lead single. goddard. Instagram - Spotify - Soundcloud Venbee Instagram - Spotify - Soundcloud Rabbit Hole Instagram - Soundcloud Related reading: goddard. Unveils Debut EP ‘Here & Now’ on Rabbit Hole Records

STO STO brings his acclaimed Back To School series to a close with its final chapter, ‘Back To School 4’. Out now as a free download, the track blurs the lines between tech house and techno, delivering a hypnotic, rolling groove that nods to the golden era of 2010s Music On Ibiza. Grab your free copy here: https://hypeddit.com/sto-fr/backtoschool4. From the first beat, the energy hits instantly. Heavy, swinging percussion locks into a driving rhythm while a rolling low end builds unstoppable momentum. The groove feels alive, pulsing with the kind of underground energy that defined iconic Ibiza floors. Every sound is placed with intent, from the tight drums to the subtle FX that keep the track evolving throughout. Where earlier instalments in the series leaned into disco, acid and electro influences, ‘Back To School 4’ ties everything together. It is functional and fluid, packed with weight and movement, yet full of character. STO’s signature production style shines through with clean percussion, punchy low-end and a precise arrangement that keeps dancers locked in. The result is a track made for the club. DJs will find it versatile and powerful, ideal for driving peak-time sets or adding underground flavour to warm-up moments. Its hypnotic flow, tight groove and percussive depth make it a reliable tool for selectors who value rhythm and energy. With this release, STO signs off the Back To School series on a high. Across four instalments, he has explored a wide palette of sounds and influences, from raw club tools to hybrid experiments. ‘Back To School 4’ serves as the perfect finale, a heads-down groover built to move crowds and celebrate STO’s evolution as a producer. Grab your free copy of ‘Back To School 4’ now and complete the journey with a pure underground weapon. STO https://www.facebook.com/STO.dj https://www.instagram.com/sto_dj https://open.spotify.com/artist/4BIwrHBpAWdIjPXLK1M7gq https://soundcloud.com/stodj https://stodjmusic.bandcamp.com Related reading: STO Drops Free Disco Infused Banger ‘Back To School 1’

STO STO continues his year-long monthly release project with ‘Vibin’ In September’, taking the series deeper into late-night territory for its ninth instalment. Get it for free here. Following the warm, rolling depths of August, the Paris producer keeps September firmly underground. This time, there is a darker edge to proceedings, with a persistent rhythmic drive carrying the track through layer after layer of rich electronic detail. At its core is the kind of groove that works through repetition rather than obvious peaks. Rolling drums and a weighty low end establish the foundation, while sounds continually emerge and disappear around them. The result is a track that feels constantly in motion without ever disturbing its hypnotic centre. That depth becomes increasingly apparent as ‘Vibin’ In September’ settles in. What initially feels stripped back gradually reveals more of itself, with subtle textures, melodic fragments and shifting details rewarding extended listening. It is patient without losing momentum, allowing the groove to do much of the heavy lifting. There is enough drive underneath to keep a floor moving, but STO leaves space within the arrangement rather than forcing the energy. It makes September particularly suited to the small hours, when longer blends and deeper selections begin to take over. Nine releases into the project, that month-by-month exploration has become one of the most compelling aspects of the ‘Vibin’’ series. September keeps the run moving with another understated underground house cut from one of Paris’ rising talents. STO https://www.facebook.com/STO.dj https://www.instagram.com/sto_dj https://open.spotify.com/artist/4BIwrHBpAWdIjPXLK1M7gq https://soundcloud.com/stodj https://stodjmusic.bandcamp.com Related reading: STO delivers late-night energy on new house cut ‘Vibin in January’

Residing in Liverpool, UK. James Silk’s impressive discography features the likes of Berlin’s high-flying Exploited, the legendary Defected Records and, of course, Déepalma Soul. He returns to the label this April with another top-tier offering as he gives Angelo Ferreri’s ‘Love Problems’ a new lease on life. You can buy/stream it here: https://dplm.lnk.to/LoveProblemsRmx Silk’s remix of ‘Love Problems’ is an explicitly upbeat affair from the outset. Chunky beats, sizzling hat grooves and vivid organ stabs lead the way alongside a gripping spoken vocal as it dives in and out of jackin’ grooves loaded with thickened bass notes and silky strings. This one is a certified dancefloor weapon, and there’s no denying it! James Silk focuses most of his time creating, sampling and extracting sounds from all walks of life. Whether it's disco grooves, hip shaking house or bass-laden funk, James has one goal: Make music to make people smile.With an impressive discography already, James has had music released on the likes of Berlin's high-flying Exploited, the legendary Defected Records and Tom Budden's hard-hitting Alive. 2023 marks an impressive milestone for Déepalma Records as they prepare to celebrate their tenth anniversary this year. The label has gone from strength to strength over the last decade, welcoming releases from some of the best-known artists on the planet whilst also helping springboard some of the industry's most promising talents. To celebrate ten years of Déepalma, the imprint is releasing a set of special anniversary singles throughout the year, along with two extra-special editions of its renowned seasonal compilation series, packed with a wealth of amazing tracks. Angelo Ferreri - Love Problems (James Silk Remix) is available from 21st April 2023 via Déepalma Soul. Déepalma: Web | Beatport | Traxsource | Facebook | Instagram | Soundcloud | Spotify | YouTube James Silk https://www.facebook.com/djjamessilk https://www.instagram.com/jamessilkdj https://open.spotify.com/artist/5fOsPEjQFMiJAKtBiE0Cly https://soundcloud.com/james-silk Related reading: Angelo Ferreri Returns to Déepalma Soul with Another Disco-Soaked Club Weapon

Sol Selectors frontman, Sabo Sol Selectas has returned with the latest edition of its flagship summer compilation, ‘Summer Sol XI’, continuing a series that has become one of the most anticipated annual releases within the organic house scene. Curated by label founder Sabo, the compilation once again brings together producers from around the world, celebrating the warm, melodic and groove-driven sounds that have become synonymous with the imprint. Spanning organic house, Afro house and indie dance, the collection is designed to soundtrack everything from open-air dancefloors and beach terraces to sunset sessions and daytime gatherings. Featuring contributions from more than 30 artists, ‘Summer Sol XI’ balances returning Sol Selectas favourites with label newcomers, while also showcasing a number of collaborative productions. The expansive lineup includes music from Sabo, Tooker, Mutual, Mark Alow, Shan Nash, Yemanjo, Omaro, Beard2Beard, Orkidz, Hot Oasis, Giovanny Aparicio and many more, highlighting the label's international outlook and commitment to discovering fresh talent. Despite the diversity of styles, the compilation maintains a cohesive identity throughout. Rich percussion, immersive atmospheres, organic instrumentation and globally inspired melodies sit at the heart of each track, creating a listening experience that flows naturally from beginning to end while remaining firmly rooted in dancefloor culture. Over the years, the ‘Summer Sol’ series has established itself as a staple of the Beatport organic house charts and a defining release for fans of the genre. Its continued success reflects Sol Selectas' reputation for championing music that combines emotional depth with understated club functionality. With ‘Summer Sol XI’, Sabo once again delivers a carefully curated snapshot of the contemporary organic house landscape, offering a collection that feels equally at home soundtracking festival stages, intimate club spaces and long summer evenings alike. Sol Selectas https://www.instagram.com/sol.selectas https://soundcloud.com/solselectas Related reading: Rameff features on Sol Selectas with new organic house EP, “Kasbah Fever”

London-born, Dubai-based DJ and producer David Ramano returns with ‘Imagination’, a new release on his label Omkara. Continuing his exploration of Afro and Melodic House, David delivers a track that combines hypnotic percussion, deep rolling grooves, and an expansive soundscape, reflecting his forward-thinking approach to production. Built around driving rhythm and layered melodic elements, ‘Imagination’ unfolds with warmth and precision. Smoke-like melodies drift through radiant synth lines, creating a balance between movement and emotion. The track captures the spark of creativity itself: the moment an idea forms, develops, and takes on a life of its own. Designed for both intimate late-night sets and sunrise sessions, ‘Imagination’ showcases David’s ability to blend energy and atmosphere with effortless control. The production highlights his growing reputation for crafting immersive sound journeys that connect deeply with audiences across the world. Following his recent releases ‘We Who Know’, ‘Un Día’, and ‘The Light I Hold’, along with the ‘Alaya EP’ on OVAVA Music, ‘Imagination’ reinforces David’s vision for Omkara as a label dedicated to authentic, rhythm-driven electronic music. Through his work, he continues to shape the evolving landscape of Afro and Melodic House, championing artistry that combines emotional depth, cultural influence, and refined sound design.​​​Highlighting his creative vision, David explains that Omkara serves as a platform for both established and emerging artists, while also acting as a conscious home for his own pivotal releases. The long-term projection for the label is committed to fostering innovation, curating groundbreaking music, and shaping the future of rhythm-driven soundscapes. Its signature style blends the rich heritage of house and techno with deep, percussive grooves influenced by African, Latin, and Eastern rhythms, a bold fusion where tradition meets modernity. Raised in the cultural kaleidoscope of London, David’s musical roots are steeped in soulful harmonies and emotional depth. From the 1990s pirate radio scene to stages across the UK, Spain, Sweden, and Canada, David Ramano has crafted a sound defined by truth, movement, and emotional resonance. As one half of the Deepologists, he honed an immersive style that moves bodies and touches hearts. Now supported by industry giants like CamelPhat, Shimza, Cosmic Gate, and Atalaia, David steps into a new chapter with Omkara, a label rooted in Afro, melodic, and tech sounds, distinguished by intricate layering, emotional tension, and precise structure. As a forward-thinking artist, David Ramano’s sound enjoys strong support from major international tastemakers. His track ‘Fall’, one of his most-streamed, combines deep Afro-percussive energy with emotive melodies and has surpassed 300,000 streams, featuring on Spotify’s Afro House playlists and gaining backing from CamelPhat and others. His music, championed by artists like Artbat, Cosmic Gate, and Don Diablo, resonates worldwide across clubs, festivals, and radio shows, with over 750,000 streams on major platforms. His earlier EP, ‘The Journey of Love’, revealed his cinematic and spiritual side, reaching number two on the iTunes Dance Albums chart in Switzerland. With releases on respected labels like When Stars Align, Electric Eden Records, and EarthVox, David skillfully blends Afro House, melodic techno, and spiritual groove. The EP broadened his international audience and highlighted his growing influence in today’s electronic music scene. Founded in 2025, Omkara is more than a boutique label; it’s a creative platform driving the next evolution of authentic Afro and Melodic House, providing a home for vibrant rhythms and deeper sonic journeys. For those seeking something beyond the mainstream, Omkara is the new destination for discovery. ‘Imagination’ will be released by David Ramano on October 31st, 2025, on Omkara, marking the next chapter in his exploration of Afro and Melodic House and further establishing his position in the global electronic music scene. David Ramano – Imagination Official Release: October 31st, 2025 Pre-Save Related reading: David Ramano debuts ‘Alaya EP’ on OVAVA Music, blending innovation with deep electronic roots

Federico Alesi, Kate Moss Federico Alesi and Kate Moss have teamed up for the first time on ‘CIRCUS’, a driving club cut that captures the intensity and unpredictability of the underground after-hours experience. Built around the idea that the dancefloor becomes its own world once the night reaches full flow, ‘CIRCUS’ channels that atmosphere through powerful low-end grooves, infectious rhythms and explosive bursts of energy. Rather than following predictable club formulas, the track steadily builds tension before releasing it through a series of impactful breaks and relentless percussion. At its core, ‘CIRCUS’ is designed for peak-time moments. Rolling basslines provide the foundation while evolving synth work and rhythmic details continuously push the arrangement forward, creating a sense of momentum that never lets up. The result is a production that feels equally suited to intimate underground spaces and larger festival stages. The collaboration highlights the complementary production styles of Federico Alesi and Kate Moss, with both artists bringing their own approach to groove, dynamics and dancefloor energy. Together they deliver a record that balances precision with spontaneity, capturing the raw excitement of late-night club culture. As their first joint release, ‘CIRCUS’ offers a strong introduction to the creative chemistry between the pair. Combining driving house and techno influences with modern production and an uncompromising club focus, the track arrives as a confident statement from two artists committed to keeping the energy high long after midnight. Kate Moss https://www.instagram.com/katemoss.official https://open.spotify.com/artist/1si99lTTJ7AArqxg3Ae9pJ Federico Alesi https://www.instagram.com/federico_alesi https://open.spotify.com/artist/2lxTSdKNBrePze4bmq5QKG Related reading: Kate Moss Unleashes High-Energy Melodic Techno Cut ‘Emotions’ on Destination V

Yalla Habebe Yalla Habebe taps into the sun-soaked energy of Afro House on ‘Ibiza’, delivering a groove-driven production that places rhythm and atmosphere firmly at its core. Built around tribal percussion, warm melodic textures and Latin influences, the track captures the carefree spirit suggested by its title without relying on unnecessary complexity. From the opening bars, the percussion establishes the record's identity. Layered drums and organic rhythmic patterns provide a hypnotic foundation that remains engaging throughout, while a deep, rolling low end keeps the groove firmly anchored. Rather than constantly introducing new ideas, the production allows its core rhythm to breathe, creating a steady sense of momentum that feels equally suited to beach clubs, sunset sets and open-air festivals. A custom vocal hook adds another layer of accessibility, arriving at key moments to reinforce the track's uplifting character without overwhelming the instrumental. The balance between vocal and groove is well judged, ensuring the production remains focused on movement rather than becoming overly dependent on lyrical repetition. Subtle melodic flourishes and atmospheric effects help maintain interest as the arrangement develops, adding colour without distracting from the percussion-led foundation. What works particularly well is the track's commitment to simplicity. 'Ibiza' doesn't attempt to reinvent Afro House or chase every current production trend. Instead, it focuses on delivering a clean, well-balanced club record built around infectious rhythm and positive energy. While listeners seeking greater musical complexity or more adventurous arrangement choices may find it plays within familiar territory, the confident execution makes it an enjoyable and effective dancefloor tool. ‘Ibiza’ succeeds by understanding exactly what it wants to achieve. Yalla Habebe delivers an approachable Afro House release that values groove above all else, creating a feel-good record that should find a natural home in warm-weather playlists and DJ sets throughout the season. Yalla Habebe https://instagram.com/yallahabebe https://open.spotify.com/artist/3XO5mDGAQYNmCOit3zZJ1i Related reading: Yalla Habebe Reimagines Nina Sky Classic ‘Move Ya Body’ with Afro Melodic House Flair

DYEN DYEN has released his debut album ‘HERE WE ARE’ via RECKLESS, bringing together 12 tracks that document his rise through hard techno while pushing beyond the increasingly extreme direction of the scene. Five collaborations feature across the record, with Maddix, Vieze Asbak, Mr. Polska and emerging UK producer Embers among those joining the Dutch artist. Rather than approaching his first full-length project as a collection of peak-time weapons, DYEN uses the format to explore the broader hard dance spectrum and the musical influences behind his development. His background in live instrumentation plays an important role. Tracks are structured around progression and movement, allowing tension to develop through arrangements rather than relying exclusively on harder kicks and bigger drops. That approach was first introduced through ‘VIEZE KICK’, which launched the album campaign in May. Its dark but bouncing groove established the record’s foundations before subsequent singles began revealing its wider scope. ‘RED EYES’, produced with Embers, moves towards a more euphoric sound through melodic elements and vocals before breaking into heavier drops. ‘BALENCI’ sees DYEN work with Mr. Polska, an artist he has followed since his younger years, bringing rap vocals together with rave and gabber influences. Maddix collaboration ‘GABBER’ looks directly towards the Netherlands’ hardcore heritage, reworking those influences for contemporary dancefloors, while ‘MAAK ME NOU NIET GEK’ with Vieze Asbak takes the album into considerably more aggressive territory through industrial textures and rapid transitions. Closing track ‘LGFM’ pushes the stylistic crossover furthest, pulling from hardstyle, gabber and schranz across a deliberately chaotic finale. Behind those shifts sits a wider story. ‘HERE WE ARE’ traces DYEN’s path from early rejection and uncertainty through to appearances on some of hard techno’s biggest stages, while reflecting on a scene that has transformed significantly around him. His response is not simply to push harder. Instead, DYEN’s debut uses the album format to widen the parameters of his sound, bringing melody, hardcore history, industrial pressure and contemporary hard techno together without reducing everything to a race for intensity. DYEN https://www.instagram.com/dyen_music https://open.spotify.com/artist/6LFELkZXRJs04hi8gywM2A https://soundcloud.com/dyenmusic Related reading: DYEN announces debut album ‘HERE WE ARE’ with new single ‘VIEZE KICK’