Collecting Orders For 2025 Repress
Ruff n’ ready torque collides with the nocturnal as Argentinian donny JUAAN enters the fray.
A properly intoxicating melange of boisterous, straight-for-the-jugular biz and late-night seduction. Four distinct, durable traxxx tailor-made for the witching hour. Icily moody with a bit of menace and dread about it. It’s also very slick, optimised and fine-tuned for maximum dancefloor impact.
Critics often highlight his ‘90s-indebted approach, and while those influences remain ever-present, this one has more in common with dancefloor styles prevalent a decade prior. Shades of darkwave, Detroit In Effect and the nascent years of Chi-Town house depending on the track, but never do we run the risk of falling into pastiche.
Pure forward momentum with a decidedly mean streak coursing throughout. Plenty of sci-fi flourish, funked-out where it counts. Flush with dystopian romance and a decent dose of weirdo flex.
Quintessentially Kalahari.
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Locked-In is back in the game with its sixth release, The Amigos EP. This four-track exploration sees rising producers Andy Somoza and Juaan take the helm, crafting an EP destined for the crates of discerning DJs.
Leading the charge is "Disperso," a cheeky and extroverted anthem that injects chopped-up rave stabs and nostalgic vocal breaks into a tight rhythm section. It's a classic Locked-In opener with a fresh twist, sure to get bodies moving.
"5am" dials up the intensity with driving, compressed kicks and dry snares, exuding edgy confidence – perfect for those late-night warehouse sessions where the energy is pumping.
A left turn on the B-side. "Waita" ushers in a spooky atmosphere. Ghostly bells and wet synths dance around an electro snare and airy, galloping hi-hats, creating an intriguing and unsettling soundscape.
The EP closes with "Mi Partner," a masterfully woven tapestry featuring silky vocal samples, driving snares, and a killer bassline. This introspective track beautifully counterpoints the playful energy of the A-side.
Damian Lazarus reveals the eighth chapter of Crosstown Rebels acclaimed annual ‘SPIRITS’ VA compilation series.
The latest instalment sees the label founder once again curating a carefully balanced lineup of emerging voices and established names, with the eight-track collection set for release on 30th January 2026.
Since its inception in 2017, Damian Lazarus’ SPIRITS series has become a trusted barometer for the year ahead, spotlighting forward-thinking artists and cutting-edge club music from across the global electronic landscape. With ‘SPIRITS VIII’, Crosstown Rebels continues this tradition, delivering a refi ned yet adventurous selection that moves seamlessly between hypnotic house, melodic depth, and late-night energy - building on the momentum of previous volumes and capturing the label’s unmistakable essence.
Opening the release, Raz Alon sets the tone with ‘Hey It’s Me’, a warm and immersive opener that draws listeners in with emotive touches and fluid groove work. Lost Desert follows with ‘Ultima’, leaning into trippy, melodic-tinged sensibilities as tumbling rhythms meet expansive atmospheres and subtly evolving motifs. On the flip, TIMANTI ventures into a captivating voyage with ‘Warrior Spirit’, pairing swirling synths with hazy melodies, before STEB delivers ‘House Of STEB’, a groove-led cut packed with personality, swing, and club-ready flair.
The journey continues with Yuvèe’s ‘Set The Fire’, featuring FADO, a hypnotic and vocal-led track that balances emotional weight with understated rhythmic pressure. Ekoboy then ups the intensity on ‘Lose Control’, combining crisp percussion with infectious momentum designed for peak-time moments. On the final stretch, MADI brings a reflective buy playful touch with ‘Around Me’, weaving lush textures and subtle dynamics into a deeply absorbing listen, before JUAAN closes the compilation with ‘Bass Cliente’, a punchy and bass-forward finale that rounds things out with raw club energy.
With its continued ability to champion new talent while welcoming respected artists into its orbit, Crosstown Rebels remains a vital force within electronic music. SPIRITS VIII stands as another clear statement of the label’s vision, reaffirming its role in shaping the sound of contemporary house and techno.
- A1: Carlo - Campo Y Playa
- A2: Vsan - Hidden Thought
- B1: Melos - Berlin Melos (Falta Hielo Mix)
- B2: Criminal Issues - Bala Perdida
- C1: Silverlining - Recognitia (4 4 Vocal Mix)
- C2: Calabasa - Phonk Amoroso
- D1: Juaan & Mateo Dufour - Golasso
- D2: The Cap Boy - Chusky
- E1: Alvaro Medina - One Million Dolar
- E2: Jnjs & Ageless - Car Wash
- F1: Apua & Stipo - Rudolfscrime
- F2: Sisto - Way 2 Mendoza
- F3: Dj Gamba - Poesia Cibernética(Feat Lourene)
- G1: Natebytheway - Janicelikesice
- G2: Hearthug - Robot Muy Triste
- H1: Pan-J It's Too Late
- H2: Look Perry - Days Of Glory
DIAS DE CAMPO RECORDS 2025 4X LP — VARIOUS ARTISTS — DDC008 - AMIGOS 002 SPECIAL EDITION is finally here.
Four records, Seventeen tracks, 108 minutes. This is the finest curation we've shaped so far.
Carlo, Vsan, Melos, Pau Perez, Criminal Issues, Silverlining, Calabasa, Juaan, Mateo Dufour,
The Cap Boy, Alvaro Medina, Jnjs, Ageless, Apua, Stipo, Sisto, DJ Gamba, Lourene, Natebytheway, HearThuG, Pan-J and Look Perry.
Play it loud - or let it find you. AMIGOS - COMUNIDAD - FAMILIA.
Sincerly theBasement team.
Enzo Leep’s latest EP, Concrete Jungle, is an evocative exploration of sound, memory, and raw emotion. Centred around its hypnotic title track, this release melds the gritty energy of house and electro with shimmering echoes of new wave, channelling the unmistakable spirit of pre-ruta Valencia while pushing firmly into uncharted sonic territory. The project is as much a celebration of the pioneers of the past—like the legendary Fran Lenaers—as it is a deeply personal reflection on the evolution of electronic music.
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