Bonac Malta-based producer Bonac returns with ‘Another Dawn’, a melodic techno and progressive house release built around warm synth textures, uplifting atmosphere and refined late-night club energy. Released via Midnight Room, the track leans into a smoother and more emotionally immersive side of melodic electronic music. Flowing harmonic progression, subtle rhythmic movement and spacious melodic layers gradually unfold throughout the arrangement, creating a calm but steadily evolving listening experience. Rather than focusing on aggressive peaks or oversized festival drops, ‘Another Dawn’ prioritises atmosphere and progression. Lounge-inspired textures and warm low-end grooves give the release a deeply relaxed quality while still maintaining enough rhythmic drive to function naturally within underground club settings. That balance reflects Bonac’s wider artistic direction. Across both his productions and DJ sets, the producer consistently focuses on melody-driven electronic music rooted in long-form progression, emotional pacing and controlled energy. His sound is designed to work equally well for immersive personal listening and carefully curated dancefloor environments. The Maltese artist has also steadily built experience through performances alongside names including Agents Of Time, Massano, Senses Of Mind and Stephan Jolk, helping shape a sound focused heavily on continuity, atmosphere and emotional movement. With ‘Another Dawn’, Bonac delivers another polished and highly immersive melodic electronic release. Warm, reflective and subtly euphoric, the track captures the feeling of drifting through late-night hours while maintaining a clear sense of forward momentum throughout. Bonac https://open.spotify.com/artist/6pKGfHPUHxdwm2a7N9igJh

Elledance Elledance returns with ‘Down’, a high-energy electronic release combining bass house, electro house and tech house influence into a polished festival-ready club anthem. Built around driving basslines, uplifting melodic hooks and groove-heavy percussion, the track balances emotional musicality with direct dancefloor impact. Rather than focusing purely on aggression, ‘Down’ layers melodic synth work and rhythmic movement together to create a release that feels equally energetic and emotionally charged. That balance reflects the wider artistic direction behind Elledance. Originally from Kailua, Hawaii and now based in Los Angeles, the producer draws heavily from a musical background shaped through drums, guitar and piano before later transitioning into DJing and electronic production. Those foundations are clear throughout the track’s arrangement. Melodies and chord progressions remain central to the production while the heavier bass-driven elements and club-focused drums provide the momentum underneath. The result is a sound rooted in festival energy without sacrificing musical depth or atmosphere. ‘Down’ also highlights Elledance’s growing presence within the Los Angeles electronic scene, where the artist has steadily built momentum through DJ performances before now beginning to release original material more consistently. Rather than limiting himself to one specific electronic style, Elledance blends elements of bass house, electro house and tech house into something accessible, melodic and highly playable. The production remains polished throughout while still maintaining enough groove and low-end weight to land naturally within club and festival settings alike. With ‘Down’, Elledance delivers a confident statement of intent. Energetic, melodic and built for movement, the single introduces an artist clearly focused on balancing emotional connection with large-scale dancefloor energy. Elledance https://www.instagram.com/elledancemusic https://open.spotify.com/artist/4Z6qEGRx0PhexZZGiX3wcr

DJ Al Dente DJ Al Dente returns with ‘Now This (Oh Shit)’, a deep and emotionally driven electronic release accompanied by a UK garage-infused remix from Ben Cotto. The original version leans into late-night introspection through soft melodic textures, dreamy vocal work and subtle low-end movement. Built around a calm but steady groove, the track creates an immersive atmosphere focused more on emotional release and mood than direct peak-time intensity. Rather than overcrowding the arrangement, DJ Al Dente keeps the production spacious and restrained throughout. Sultry melodic layers drift across the mix while warm bass movement and airy synth textures maintain a fluid sense of momentum underneath. Ben Cotto’s remix takes those emotional foundations and shifts them into more rhythmically energised territory without losing the core atmosphere of the original. UK garage-inspired percussion, swung grooves and brighter rhythmic movement add a more dancefloor-focused energy while preserving the dreamy and reflective mood at the centre of the release. One of the remix’s strongest elements comes through its vocal treatment and textured production detail. Soft high-toned vocal layers combine with subtle LFO effects and melodic sub-bass movement to create a more cosmic and immersive listening experience without pushing the track into excessive intensity. The contrast between the two versions works naturally. Where the original focuses on introspective late-night emotion, the remix introduces a more uplifting rhythmic pulse while remaining connected to the same emotional core. Together, both interpretations of ‘Now This (Oh Shit)’ showcase the balance between atmosphere, groove and emotional depth that continues driving modern melodic club music forward. DJ Al Dente https://open.spotify.com/artist/3XXVReQEXSJlmhSfbeY0qP

ypppa Assisi-based electronic artist ypppa has unveiled ‘Kingdom Upside Down’, the lead focus track from his new 13-track concept album ‘Protocol Override’. Blending trance-infused synth work, breakbeat rhythms, acid bass pressure and dystopian storytelling, the track delivers a dark, high-energy electronic experience that balances club functionality with a wider conceptual narrative. From the opening moments, ‘Kingdom Upside Down’ locks into a relentless groove driven by punchy drums, sharp synth motifs and a rolling acid line that maintains tension throughout. A commanding vocal sits at the centre of the production, repeating the track’s central refrain: “Bow down, glow now, live like a saint in a kingdom upside down.” The result feels both euphoric and unsettling, reflecting the wider themes explored across the album. Lyrically, the release paints a picture of a hyper-controlled society where conformity becomes currency and individuality is slowly eroded beneath comfort, convenience and constant surveillance. Rather than presenting a straightforward political statement, ypppa frames the story through a cyberpunk lens inspired by dystopian fiction and digital-age anxieties. Musically, the influences are equally clear. Elements of The Prodigy, Pendulum and The Chemical Brothers sit alongside darker melodic influences associated with Nine Inch Nails and Linkin Park. Across ‘Protocol Override’, recurring themes of code, signals, mirrors and system failure connect each track into a continuous narrative rather than a collection of standalone releases. “Most systems don't trap you with force, they trap you with comfort,” explains ypppa. “‘Kingdom Upside Down’ is about the moment you notice the lock under the gold.” Dark, energetic and packed with purpose, ‘Kingdom Upside Down’ stands as one of the album’s defining moments, delivering both peak-time electronic intensity and a message that lingers long after the final drop. ypppa https://open.spotify.com/artist/4vEXM2GsyBWp0ObJ4wzq5W

Brighton Music Conference Brighton Music Conference has concluded another successful edition, bringing together artists, industry professionals, labels, promoters and music businesses for four days of discussion, education and networking across the city's seafront venues. Returning for its 2026 edition, the event welcomed more than 240 speakers across 80 sessions and events, spread throughout 12 venues across Brighton. From keynote interviews and practical workshops to networking mixers and club showcases, BMC once again reinforced its position as one of the UK's leading electronic music industry gatherings. This year's programme expanded across four dedicated conference theatres, covering wellbeing, artist development, production, technology and wider music business topics. Among the standout moments was a keynote conversation with electronic music pioneers Orbital, who reflected on their careers and the changing landscape of electronic music alongside DJ Magazine editor Carl Loben. Other headline sessions featured Dave Seaman, Greg Wilson and discussions celebrating milestones including 30 years of Hospital Records. The conference's growing wellbeing programme continued to attract strong interest, with panels exploring sobriety, burnout, mental health, hearing protection and work-life balance. Sessions featuring Brandon Block, Denis Sulta, Angie Brown, Tom Middleton and Wildblood & Queenie highlighted the increasing importance of wellbeing conversations within electronic music culture. Elsewhere, the expanded workshop programme delivered practical insights across production, DJing, immersive audio, social media, virtual reality and vocal production, with contributions from artists and industry experts including Beardyman, Huxley, Saytek and Technics. Industry-focused discussions remained central throughout the event. Popular sessions covering A&R, artist development, radio, sync, PR, label contracts and DIY career building provided attendees with practical advice, while representatives from labels and organisations including Armada Music, Ninja Tune, Beatport and Broadwick Live offered insight into the realities of today's music business. Networking continued to play a major role throughout the week, with mixers, breakfasts, beachside gatherings and club events taking place across Brighton. Delegates were able to connect with professionals from every corner of the industry while experiencing the city's diverse nightlife scene. The wider city programme featured appearances from artists including Kenny Dope, Alan Fitzpatrick, Huxley, Anja Schneider, Jumpin' Jack Frost, Jess Bays, Just Her and Dave Seaman, alongside a special intimate performance from The Shapeshifters and three-time DMC World Champion JFB at Brighton's Upside Down House. Reflecting on the event, BMC founder Billy Mauseth highlighted the conference's continued focus on inclusivity, learning and community building. With another successful year complete, attention now turns towards 2027, with dates for the next edition expected to be announced soon. Brighton Music Conference https://www.facebook.com/BrightonMusicConference https://www.instagram.com/brightonmusicconference https://www.brightonmusicconference.co.uk/

Global dance music heavyweights Gorgon City return to Toolroom with a powerful new remix, reimagining Basement Jaxx’s iconic club anthem “Jump N Shout”. Breathing fresh life into the legendary track, while staying true to the raw energy and unmistakable vocal hooks that made “Jump N Shout” a classic, Gorgon City fuse their signature deep, rolling basslines with crisp percussion and modern edge, transforming the original into a peak-time weapon built for today’s dancefloors. This remix is set to become a staple in DJ sets worldwide, ready to ignite crowds and reaffirm the enduring impact of Basement Jaxx’s original – in a similar way to Erik Hagleton’s remix released on Toolroom back in 2016 which has been a mainstay in DJs sets across the globe since.

Mind Enterprises Mind Enterprises have released their latest album ‘Negroni Love’, an 11-track project arriving at a moment when the duo appear to be operating at full momentum. Buy/Stream it here: https://ffm.to/negronilove. Landing after recent performances at Coachella and during a packed international touring schedule, the record pushes further into the colourful and surreal world that has steadily transformed Mind Enterprises from internet curiosity into one of electronic music’s most recognisable cult projects. ‘Negroni Love’ leans heavily into the imagery and ideas that have become closely associated with the duo. Late-night escapism, Mediterranean nostalgia and endless summer energy sit at the centre of the album, alongside recurring references to cigarettes, football culture and the wider romanticism of European nightlife. That identity extends beyond the music itself, with accompanying merchandise ranging from vinyl editions and clothing through to Negroni-inspired accessories. Musically, the album widens the project’s established sound. Tracks including ‘Da Sola’, ‘Tacchini’ and the title track stay close to the warm and playful Italo-disco aesthetic that listeners have come to expect, balancing groove and melody with an immediately recognisable personality. Elsewhere, the duo take more unexpected turns. ‘Another World’ introduces trance-inspired elements, while ‘Aria sulla 4a Corda’ reimagines classical ideas through an electronic lens. ‘Burn It!’ also pushes beyond familiar territory, incorporating more ambitious harmonic structures and broader arrangements without losing the project's lighter character. That willingness to move between ideas has become one of Mind Enterprises’ defining qualities. What started through lo-fi videos filmed inside a Barcelona kitchen has developed into something much larger, with Andrea and Roberto building a devoted audience through a combination of humour, strong visual identity and music that feels both nostalgic and distinctly modern. With over 30 European dates ahead and more US appearances still to come, ‘Negroni Love’ arrives at a point where the duo’s world feels bigger than ever, delivering a record that expands their sound without losing the eccentric character that made people pay attention in the first place. Mind Enterprises Instagram | Tik Tok | Facebook | Spotify | YouTube | SoundCloud

The Smallest Number The Smallest Number returns with ‘Don’t Let Go’, a melodic deep house release exploring the tension, longing and emotional urgency of a relationship beginning to slip away. Featuring vocals from Jessie Villa, the track continues the project’s signature approach to atmospheric electronic music, combining detailed production, cinematic emotion and introspective songwriting. Warm melodic synths and flowing rhythmic movement create a spacious and immersive backdrop while the vocal performance carries the emotional weight of the release. Rather than relying on dramatic club-focused peaks, ‘Don’t Let Go’ unfolds patiently through atmosphere and progression. The production balances melancholy and optimism throughout, allowing moments of tension and release to develop naturally within the arrangement. That emotional duality sits at the core of The Smallest Number’s wider identity. Conceived as an audiovisual deep house project, TSN explores themes surrounding life, love, loss and rebirth through interconnected music and visual storytelling. The project first emerged through debut EP ‘001’ in 2024, accompanied by a five-part short film described as a digital art installation combining live action and animation. The release established the project’s distinct aesthetic, pairing nostalgic and emotionally driven lyrics with polished atmospheric house production. Since then, TSN has steadily expanded its audience through a consistent run of singles while continuing to build towards a second EP and another multi-part visual project planned for later this year. ‘Don’t Let Go’ feels like another strong step in that evolving world. Emotional, immersive and carefully detailed throughout, the single continues refining The Smallest Number’s blend of deep house atmosphere and cinematic storytelling. The Smallest Number https://instagram.com/thesmallestnumber https://open.spotify.com/artist/76mIJSyWCeApDcP6dkmI7V

Tufan Uysal returns with ‘Endless Motion’, a deep and immersive organic house release built around flowing rhythm, evolving atmosphere and understated emotional energy. Designed to move seamlessly from sunset listening into late-night dancefloor moments, the track balances warm melodic textures with a steady hypnotic groove throughout. Organic percussion, spacious synth work and rolling low-end movement gradually evolve across the arrangement, creating a constant sense of motion without ever feeling rushed or overcrowded. Rather than relying on dramatic drops or sudden shifts in intensity, ‘Endless Motion’ focuses on progression and flow. Layers subtly emerge and dissolve throughout the production, allowing the track to continuously reshape its atmosphere while maintaining a calm but engaging rhythmic foundation. That restrained approach gives the release a highly immersive quality. The production feels equally suited to open-air sets, long-form DJ journeys and more reflective personal listening, capturing the emotional warmth often associated with the deeper side of organic and melodic house music. Tufan Uysal also keeps the focus firmly on texture and mood rather than excessive complexity. Every element feels carefully placed, with the groove acting as the central force guiding the listener through the track’s gradual emotional evolution. With ‘Endless Motion’, Tufan Uysal delivers a polished and atmospheric electronic release rooted in movement, depth and subtle emotional progression. Smooth, hypnotic and deeply transportive, the track lives up to its title from beginning to end. Tufan Uysal https://open.spotify.com/artist/0RUULKejOSHIofXCDY2c7l

Xariel Xariel pushes into experimental territory with ‘I Let Go’, a fluid electronic release combining breakbeat rhythms, deep drum and bass energy and cinematic melodic atmosphere. Built around hypnotic vocal work, expansive piano lines and orbiting synth textures, the track constantly shifts between moods and tempos while remaining tied together through its powerful low-end foundation. Rather than committing fully to one genre structure, ‘I Let Go’ continuously mutates between breakbeat movement and deeper drum and bass frameworks, creating a listening experience that feels unpredictable without losing cohesion. The production thrives on progression and variation. Moments of spacious introspection quickly evolve into heavier rhythmic sections before pulling back again into more melodic territory. Those tempo shifts and structural changes give the release a restless and constantly evolving energy throughout. Despite its experimental nature, the track never feels inaccessible. The emotional pull of the vocals and piano melodies keeps the arrangement grounded while the bass pressure and rhythmic intensity maintain clear dancefloor momentum underneath. That balance between experimentation and functionality becomes the track’s strongest quality. Xariel explores unusual rhythmic transitions and genre crossover ideas while still delivering something immersive and emotionally engaging rather than purely technical. Atmospheric, bass-heavy and full of movement, ‘I Let Go’ feels like a confident example of experimental electronic music that prioritises feeling just as much as sound design and structure. Xariel https://instagram.com/xarielmusic https://open.spotify.com/artist/07U2PLZU05lv9xwYeHEy2m

Heard Immunity and Preet (IN) Heard Immunity and Preet (IN) come together on ‘Katha’, a warm and immersive Organic House release built around cultural fusion, emotional depth and groove-led movement. Designed for sunset moments and deeper dancefloor experiences, the track draws from multiple musical worlds while maintaining a strong sense of identity throughout. Rather than feeling like a collection of separate influences, ‘Katha’ allows each element to sit naturally within the wider arrangement. At the centre of the track are soulful Indian classical vocals. Their presence immediately shapes the atmosphere, creating an emotional pull that runs through the entire record. Rather than acting as an occasional melodic feature, the vocal becomes a core part of the journey itself, carrying both feeling and character through the arrangement. Underneath, rich African percussion provides the rhythmic foundation. Layered grooves and rolling movement gradually build around the vocal elements, creating a hypnotic energy that feels steady and immersive rather than direct or overwhelming. The drums lock into a deep and fluid pulse, allowing the track to unfold naturally. The result feels expansive without becoming crowded. Warm melodic details, subtle textures and evolving movement create a sense of progression that keeps things flowing while preserving the intimate feel sitting underneath the production. For Heard Immunity, the release continues an approach rooted in combining Indian classical influence, Middle Eastern melodic ideas and deeper house textures. Alongside Preet's long-standing experience behind the decks across multiple genres and settings, ‘Katha’ becomes a meeting point between different musical traditions and contemporary electronic production. With ‘Katha’, the pair deliver a track that feels equally suited to open-air sunsets, headphone listening and emotive dancefloors, balancing spirituality and movement in a way that feels both personal and universal. Heard Immunity https://instagram.com/heardimmunity.wa https://open.spotify.com/artist/6YopEE7QB231VBOjYZSIe7 Preet (IN) https://instagram.com/iamdjpreet https://open.spotify.com/artist/61p93QCSJZztkukEoRJlpM

TALASHII TALASHII returns with ‘Rise Again’, a melodic UK garage release balancing emotional atmosphere, uplifting energy and reflective late-night intensity. Built around deep grooves, cinematic textures and flowing garage-inspired rhythm, the track explores themes of resilience, self-belief and pushing forward through doubt. Rather than leaning into purely nostalgic UKG references, ‘Rise Again’ blends modern melodic production with atmospheric electronic songwriting, creating a sound that feels both emotionally immersive and club-ready. Warm synth layers and subtle rhythmic progression give the track a steady sense of movement throughout, while melodic details gradually build emotional tension underneath. The production remains smooth and spacious, allowing moments of introspection to sit naturally beside more uplifting dancefloor energy. That emotional balance sits at the centre of TALASHII’s wider artistic direction. Born in Ukraine and raised in the Netherlands, the producer has spent more than a decade refining a sound designed to uplift and reconnect listeners through melody, atmosphere and movement. Influenced by years immersed in dance music culture from an early age, TALASHII consistently approaches electronic production with a focus on emotional resonance rather than formulaic club structure alone. ‘Rise Again’ captures that philosophy clearly, functioning equally well as a late-night drive soundtrack, a reflective headphone listen or a euphoric club moment. The release has already begun building strong organic momentum online, connecting with listeners drawn towards melodic UK garage, emotional electronic music and deeper progressive underground sounds. Atmospheric, hopeful and emotionally driven, ‘Rise Again’ continues establishing TALASHII as an artist focused on creating electronic music that feels as uplifting as it is immersive. TALASHII https://instagram.com/talashii.music https://open.spotify.com/artist/6qllLcLgXLHZHvJqhUemqA