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Since bursting onto the scene in 2017, Josh Baker (You&Me, META, See Double) has made a huge impact with a string of hugely successful releases, always focusing on quality than quantity. Our eighth release marks his debut on the label and it’s a pleasure for us to present this amazing EP, which also sees label boss Yaya back on the remix duties. Hailing from Manchester, Josh has rapidly gained the attention of lots of European enthusiasts due to his ability for crafting huge dancefloor cuts, blending the most forward thinking sound of the moment with the typical UK raw and garage approach.
Title-track ‘On The Rollover’ is an effortlessly cool and breezy house groover full of percussive elements, crafted layers of bleeps and driving drums. But it’s when the astonishing vocal kicks in that this one becomes an assured peak-time bomb that will be a main-stay in many DJ boxes right into the upcoming summer months.
This is followed by Yaya’s remix who makes of the original a percussive monster, rising the heat with pressing shakers, clean drum patterns and warm pads. Here, Yaya uses only a few parts from the original vocal, ensuring a more dancefloor-oriented and dub version with a naughty bass and warped synths.
Opening the flip side is ‘Turbo Terry’, which kicks off with a more stripped-back groove in the intro, slowly carried on by dub and charming chords, popping drums and the right dose of vintage sounds. Housy strings, old-taped vocals and a serious mind blowing wavy bassline do te rest, creating another crowd craker.
‘What’s The Name’ closes the EP in style bringing some of Josh’s UK garage roots with curious modular sounds, doubled hi-hats and a rolling fat bassline which moves up and down, locking you in into the groove while the title-track inspired vocal sample makes you wonder ‘what’s your name’.

Distant Worlds are pleased to announce their imminent fourth transmission from the multi-talented, Perseus Traxx. He has been plying his wares on such respected labels as Bunker, M>O>S, Boe Recordings, Photic Fields, Love Notes & I Love Acid for the best part of a decade now. He contributes 4 deep, warm and fuzzy takes of analogue goodness that fit the Distant Worlds aesthetic perfectly...
""This record uses a Juno Alpha and a Yocto, along with other bits I can't remember. It was made after I returned from an inspirational trip in Southern Italy in 2017."""

Slamming Remix pack for Alex Davis´ track "Don´t Stop Lovin" which got received heavy support by Marco Carola during the whole 2014 ibiza summer season.

After the first two amazing releases, Handcrafted present their third vinyl "A LO SUYO" composed an forceful track by Cicuendez, which has been remixed by the artists Javier Carballo, Inner and Patrice Meiner.

Hot Creations is home to some of the industry's most valuable players. Next year, Darius Syrossian will make a welcome return to the label with his heavy hitting two-parter, Moxy, following on from 2013's Who's The Douche EP.
Kicking off proceedings is Moxy. Six minutes of pure, raw, industrial bass littered with a smattering of high-hats and a break down that will leave you begging for more. The flip side serves up more peak-time goodness with Hi, It's Me. A driving, throbbing bassline thumps over wobbling synths with a female vocal stating that she does not do VIP clubs or bottle service bullshit!
Darius Syrossian has made quite the mark on the industry. He began releasing music in 2009 and his proceeding career has seen him release a slew of dancefloor hits on labels such as VIVa Music, 20/20 Vision and Get Physical Music, as well as collaborations with Steve Lawler, Josh Butler and Sidney Charles. He's also held down residencies at some of the world's most influential clubs and has become an essential part of the Ibizan summer seasons.

The sixth release of the catalan label Bons Records comes signed by another kind of unknown (great) artist. We are talking about Embezzlement Society, a young producer from Belfast influenced by producers like Fast Eddie, as well as Pal Joey or Theo Parrish. In the label of Pau Roca and Gon he presents three cuts that go from the cheekiest hip-house (Haters Gon' Hate) to a classic raw-house vibe with a clear Detroit flavour (Mr. Jons & Stronger). Furthermore, one of his mentor nowadays, the french artist Fulbert (Local Talk, Foul & Sunk, Rawthencity) remixes Stronger and turns it into an exquisite techno-reinterpretation. Vinyl only - 12' release!
The benefits of the release will entirely be destinated to the Syria refugees

Hot Creations get set to release an album from label favourite, Toronto based DJ and producer Nathan Barato. Stepping away from his usual sound, Barato brings with him an old-school, energetic bounce to this ten track offering, inviting some top names to join him for the ride.

The album begins with Over You. Swirling arpeggios dance around the pulsating beat, providing the perfect backdrop for the poppy, yet soulful vocals of Wayne Tennant. This leads neatly into A Sun's Dream, which is exactly that - a warm, sunny track, pure party-time house produced alongside the French composers and afro-soul singers, Djeuhdjoah & Lieutenant Nicholson. Up next is Context featuring Lost BOUL. & NB76 - the aliases of Paolo Rocco and Nathan himself. It's a techier affair with contrasting elements that take the track through a range of twists and turns. She's A Rockstar, produced alongside fellow Canadian Room 303, picks up the pace with its infectious rhythm and playful vocal hook.

On In Ya Soul Barato utilises a booty-house style bassline, enlisting Chicago's Kid Enigma to provide the vocals.

High Rez brings back the sunny vibes with a tantalising guitar hook and dreamy piano topline, juxtaposed against the deep, whirring bassline. The slow, yet assured drum beat of Bubbles is up next with its woozy bass and gentile percussion sending the listener on a trance-inducing journey into the cosmos. Don't Say It features the smouldering vocals of Mikey V, layered over a throbbing beat that looks set to be one of Hot Creation's summer anthems. Penultimate track Yo Yo has a sturdy bounce and effortlessly blends cowbells and suspenseful synths.

The album closes out with Crazy - a track that's full to the brim of high energy with a marching bassline that's sure to cause a commotion on dance-floors across the globe.

Nathan Barato has been a key figure in dance music for some time. His diverse sets have led to residencies at some of the industry's hottest nights including Paradise and Elrow. He's had a slew of hits on impressive imprints such as Hottrax, REKIDS, Relief and Saved Records. As well as this, Barato also heads up the RAWthentic label alongside Carlo Lio, which has charted releases from top artists including DJ Deeon and Stacey Pullen.

Your dancing shoes aren´t smoking enough yet! Well then you can
now apply some extra yards with the Traumtanzen Bonus Miles
Edition to get rewarded by Raumakustik and einsauszwei (Ellie The Cat
/ Thirty5 Records). These two guys gained big attention in the past
weeks with their great & deep free downloadable edits of some
famous pop songs. And now they had their hands on Traumtanzen.
Second Bonus is a deep & melancholic piano track called "Kathleen".
Deine Tanzschuhe rauchen noch nicht genug! Dann bewirb Dich jetzt
für ein paar extra Kilometer mit der Traumtanzen Bonus Miles Edition
und du wirst von Raumakustik und einsauszwei (Ellie The Cat / Thirty5
Records) belohnt. Die zwei Jungs haben mit ihren freien Downloads
von fantastischen deepen Edits bekannter Popsongs für einiges
positives Aufsehen gesorgt und sich nun kurzerhand mal an
Traumtanzen vergriffen. Die zweite Belohnung heisst "Kathleen" - ein
sehr melancholischer Pianotrack.

Little labelshowcase on the newest Lossless record Outbound.1
And again they show us why we have so much hope in them. Neil Flynn, SBTH and Anthony Georges Patrice are definitely a team for the future.

For the 27th release of la Vie En Rose Records, coming from the most romantic town in Russia called Saint Petersbourg, we have the honor to receive the talented Vadim Shatalov.

He delivered 3 tracks between cosmic textures, melodic bassline & classic house beats.

On the A-side we have "Maybe Tomorrow" a solid housey beat, built with some classics chords, surrounded by a special atmosphere almost chaotic, the strong bassline is keeping the track really groovy and catchy. There is no doubt that "Maybe tomorrow" define the world of Vadim original, funny & futuristic.

On the B-side we have "Get Together" a bit of poetry coming from Saint Petersburg, Classic housy rhythm, fat 909 snare with a heavy subbbass, helped by some intense fm harmonics sounds, the result is an inimitable swing groove. The melodic pads are reducing the intensity of the track into something really romantic & sexy Vadim is a russian lover!

To close the EP we have "Bring it Back" same process, sexy and warm pads with a classic house 909 beat with different style of hats & textures, some warm and intelligent motives making the melody of the track, nice ambiance to close this wonderful EP.

"Maybe tomorrow" is an essential release for fans of La Vie En Rose Records illustrating what will be the the next chapter, keeping the roots and the Adn of the label.

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A fine blend of downtempo rhythms, old school beats, samples & deep house cuts has led us to call DJ Carmel to bring his full toolbox to the house of Kann.

Einzelkind returns to Infuse, this time teaming up with Simon Birkenfeld for their new project Hot City Orchestra.
The Observatory EP kicks off with Futuro, a deliciously tripped out slice of house whilst flipsides title track The Observatory ploughs a deeper furrow with warm pads imbuing the track with a subtle uplifting flavour.....

'Logic1000' is Sydney-born producer and DJ "Samantha Poulter". After the release of her eponymous debut EP on Melbourne’s Sumac label, her music has made it into the sets of Four Tet, Caribou, Ben UFO, Floating Points, DJ Python and Anthony Naples amongst many others. Now based in London, 'Logic1000' has already performed in some of UK's best clubs including Printworks (w/Carl Craig, Larry Heard, Moodyman), Phonox (w/ Mount Kimbie), Bristol’s Motion (w/ Four Tet) and Corsica Studios (w/ DJ Python).

Peak & Swift’s first full EP and no surprise it’s on Renate Schallplatten. The Berlin based duo drops some heavy bass lines with storyline synths on the A1 Floppy, taking you to a time when you were high on the dance floor; your eyes closed, the lights still shining through your lids. The bells ring in angelic exasty rounding off the title track to be a sure instant classic named after their party series Floppy Drive. The EP embodies 90’s dance culture. Marlon Hoffstadt pumps up the drive and adds the depth that only a seasoned raver could reference, making you feel like a Sonic the hedgehog speed walk. First track on the B-side, Aurora, is the kind of music you would hear in a 90’s sci-fi B-movie where the soundtrack aged better than the movie. The EP is rounded off with Gonzo, a vintage house production from the duo hailing to 90’s legend Torsten Fenslau.

First part of 'Cygnus' remixes is here. That big track produced by Coyu and Sezer Uysal will have a second life with big revisits.
The first remix is signed by one of the biggest legends of the electronic scene: the mighty John Digweed, together with his studio partner Nick Muir, did a proggy-tech trip with tons of epic vibes.
Gabriel Ananda has turned the original into a more electronic, sophisticated and special track.
Last but not least, Coyu did a dub edit from his original cut, focusing the leadership of the track in the bassline instead of the melodies. Great names for an amazing package!

We started 'The Classic Series' featuring tracks that we love, bought, played out and which we have the feeling more people should know about them.For this third, It is a great honor for us to welcome such a living legend, a pioneer from Kalamazoo, Michigan- City right in the middle between Chicago & Detroit- Jay Denham aka Fade II Black.

His Style is a unique blend of these two worlds- Chicago House &
Detroit Techno, with a Kalamazoo touch. He stays true to the under- ground, makes the music for the art of it & always remembers where he comes from!

The A-Side: 'In Synch', a massive and very demand classic techno track from Jay Denham under pseudonym Fade II Black. Released in 1990 on Fragile records, Transmat's subdivision.

The B-Side: 'Playground', previously released in 1999 on Disko B, issue from the great 'Synthesized Society' album. Our favorite secret weapons, a real masterpiece of Techno house sound!

Celebrating three decades of KMS-flavored Techno, 'KMS30' demonstrates both the genre's evolution and enduring relevance in today's musical landscape. Comprising three cuts from Kevin Saunderson & KiNK, Dubfire and Marc Houle, this array of club-stomping sounds paves the way for more phenomenal years to come.

After recent releases on the Save Fabric album, Alola & Jack Trax, Mr.C has delved deep into his musical psyche to deliver an acid master-class that's influenced by Ska, Dub, Electro, Italo Disco, Acid House & Tech House, bringing his roots up to date with this massive modern production. Incidents is about things that can happen while clubbing. Down-tempo tracks Entry Search, A Civil Dose & Quick Exit will dub you out. Slightly quicker Acid Fever & Stand Up will completely groove you & dance tracks Do It For Me, Disco Rebellion, Shape Your Dreams, Raid, Ripple Effect & Master Of The Universe will make you dance like no-one's watching. Incidents is the complete electronic album that pulls all the punches, gives a nod to the past & yet has it's feet firmly embedded in the future. This is easily Mr.C's best solo work to date & essential listening.

Das zweite Special Request-Album von Paul Woolford knüpft mit 23 Tracks und einem Multiversum an Jungle & Rave-Sounds, die bis in die frühen 1990er zurückreichen, nahtlos an sein vielgelobtes Debütwerk "Suol Music" aus 2013 an. Und dennoch kennzeichnen überwältigende, atmosphärische Klangebenen, offen-modulare Systeme und die Einführung intensiver Soundtrack-Fragmente eine konsequente und spannende Weiterentwicklung des Künstlers auf.

Fernando Zapico AKA Z@p is one of those producers whose work is always worth a listen, primarily because his quality threshold is very high. This two-track missive on My Own Jupiter picks up where his recent EP for Japanese imprint Cabaret left off, delivering faintly foreboding futurist techno whose sci-fi inspirations are clear to hear. A-side "Brutalismo" sets the tone, with paranoia-inducing analogue bass, creepy synth stabs and swirling electronic textures rising above a punchy drum machine-driven groove. "We Control The Sound" is notably denser and a little darker, with sturdier beats, moodier chord sequences and a bone-chilling breakdown.

Joris Biesmans and Damien Vandesande are a formidable duo with impressive backgrounds. Both artists used to have their studios at the same place in Berlin, where Vandesande got to work as part of widely-regarded performers dOP. Meanwhile Biesmans, originally from Belgium, is relatively new to the scene and releases his music on labels like Correspondant and Watergate, where he was an integral part of club working as their sound technician for many years before he started making music full-time. Together they have formed an awesome partnership through which they are channeling their combined experience and passion for exploring the sprawling cosmos of electronic music. Their debut on TAU is a collection of three stunning cuts, each incorporating indie influences and evoking a range of emotions. We start with the title track, ‘Inglorious Express’ with its twinkling melody designed to tug on your heartstrings and arouse an air of sentimentality. Combined with a soulful vocal clip, melancholy synth lines and a steadily increasing swell of positive energy, it makes for quite a trip. A moment of calm comes with the first breakdown, leading into the main body of the track which pushes the feeling on. By the time we reach the main breakdown, it’s time to really let loose. A second melody creeps in and signals the arrival of a euphoric crescendo. Next is ‘Prisoner Of Love’, a punchy grower with potent percussive power and a winding low end. Warped trumpets form the main motif of this cut, injecting a healthy amount of vibrant energy to proceedings as the beats add vitality to the track. Biesmans and Vandesande work the progression with panache, adding a middle section and bridge that gives us a chance to breathe before the jubilant trumpets return. Closing the EP is ‘Satellite Beach’ a more solemn composition which brings the mood down a touch, to begin with at least. This track features
a chirpy, earworm of a motif that has a jovial outlook, counteracting the morose b-line. As the track progresses, layers of bleep are added, giving the track depth and creating a symphony of positivity, time to close your eyes, put those hands up and lose yourself in the music.

Manuel De Lorenzi & Giacomo Silvestri release again on their own label Deco with a unique and solid style perfect to make a big journey but also to touch the ground on the dancefloor. You can find 4 original tunes where the only words are: Check these out very loud.

La difusión de la música electrónica y la cultura de club, son los valores que ha creado Studio76. Ésta difusión se ve plasmada en el lanzamiento del sello Studio76Music que contará con artistas ya consagrados y emergentes de la escena underground más pura de la electrónica. El primer lanzamiento del label Told you EP está realizado por ALEXIS CABRERA e incluye remix de MARIANO MATELJAN.

Alexis Cabrera es un artista argentino ligado al prestigioso artista Barem ,y dueño del sello Fun Records. Destacan sus sets en fomato live, Se caracteriza por la mezcla de sonidos house, techno y techno - house con vocales propios improvisados, con bajos groove creando sets llenos de potencia y dinamismo.
Mariano Mateljan componente del sello Infuse (FUSE), el prestigioso label del que forman parte artistas de la talla de Enzo Siragusa, Archie Hamilton o Rossko. Éste talentoso croata tiene su propio sello para lanzamientos en vinilo U.dig y ha realizado trabajos para sellos de la talla de Cocoon. Ha actuado en Fabric (London) o en festivales de la talla de Sonus Festival.
La referencia 001 se compone de 3 tracks:
Told you , que nos transmite un groove intenso, gracias a drums acústicas y un bajo con modulaciones.
So, siguiendo la línea de told you, con la misma intensidad, pero con un ritmo que te hace entrar en un viaje más mental.
Shouffle,(Mariano Mateljan Remix) un track cargado de energía, basado en una línea minimal.

Studio76 has always been about spreading Electronic Music and Club Culture. The need to expand those values has made inevitable the launch of a new only vinyl label called Studio76Music, which will include Electronic music underground renowned and rising artists. The first release of the label will be 'Told You' EP by ALEXIS CABRERA, with a remix by MARIANO MATELJAN.
Alexis Cabrera is an Argentinean artist linked to the prestigious Barem. They both own 'Fun Records'. Alexis' live sets blend House, Techno and Tech House sounds with his own improvised vocals and groovy bass lines, creating powerful and dynamic sets.
Mariano Mateljan is a member of Infuse (FUSE), the big label that releases music by Enzo Siragusa, Archie Hamilton and Rossko among others, but he's also released on Cocoon. This talented guy from Croatia has his own only vinyl label called U.dig. He's played at big clubs such as Fabric (London) and events like Sonus Festival.
The release 001 has 3 tracks:
'Told You' has an intense groove thanks to the acoustic drums and a modulated bass.
'So', following the same path as 'Told You', has the same intensity but a rhythm that makes it more mental.
'Shouffle' (Mariano Mateljan remix) is an energetic track with a minimal base.

This year’s edition of Steyoyoke’s ‘Couple Affair’ features four solid tracks that combines two artists from six label members: Soul Button, Nick Devon, Strinner, Darko Milosevic, Arude and Ceas. This memorable vinyl only EP, brings the family together by showcasing the strength and harmony created by the pioneers of Ethereal Techno.

Nick Devon and Darko Milosevic join forces to create ‘Pictures From The Past’, a heavenly techno imprint of a never-ending climax. Strong and dreamy, this collaboration is the ideal way to begin the EP. Next up, Strinner teams up with Soul Button with ‘Oracle’ and takes us to a darker space with a deep, echoing melody, and a refrain that is pared back to its essential parts. Following is Soul Button and Arude who takes the twisted, dark path down to ‘Opia’, with a tragically beautiful melody that invites you into its mysterious basslines and addictive synths. The final track by Ceas and Soul Button, ‘Sphere’, sets out to break the hearts of people around the globe as they experience the emotive nature of this timeless gem.

This year’s ‘Couple Affair’ release comes to you exclusively on vinyl, ensuring only the most pure and organic frequencies penetrate your ear drums. An infinite beauty, ‘Couple Affair’ stands out proudly amongst the Steyoyoke releases for it’s loyalty to Ethereal Techno.

20 years after his debut, here comes the Reconstruct EP by PEAN ROMAEL!!! Join the spring'/ summer with this warm & Lovely "house" trip...

2 slamming tracks by label heads Silent Servant and Santiago Salazar with that classic Historia y Violencia formula!
Side A "Mi Alma" is a throbbing beast of a track with Silent Servant's signature feedback sound underlying it all. While the drums pulsate along the track, the main synth modulates throughout working the dance floor to a techno frenzy.
Side B "Corazon" is the perfect contrast! Taking notes from the 313, Salazar builds this track with vibes and strings to a uplifting Detroit vibe that is his signature sound.

Traceless, the new collaborative release by Sinfol and Octual, the two artists who shaped the sound of the label with their distinct grooves. The 6th installment is an EP full of warm, spiraling and acid-tinged lines, spherical percussion and foggy rhythms. Mystical and pristine but with a subtle summer funk around the edges.

After the excellent Shades Of Black compilation EP, Frame Of Mind brings you another 6 rare and sought after tracks from the mind of Toyin Agbetu. This time you are served with some of Toyin's finest moments as Nemesis. Incl the wonderful and in demand After The Storm and Heartbreaker. Also included is the lesser known groover Let's Make Luv Tonight. Nemesis clubby and ravey side can be heard in I Need U So Bad and Oh Baby Now. Killer re-issue with sought after early 90's trax!

30 releases in and Super Rhythm Trax celebrate with this beautiful record by Finnish producer, Type-303 with an EP that faces off the lushest most uplifting Acid music against the rawest and dirtiest end of the genre.

'Delays' sounds almost like an early UR record while 'Code 808' is an absolute masterclass in bliss, complete with it's vocoders, electro drum track and singing 303s. Sandwiched between these two tracks you have the cheeky suggestiveness of 'Kolkki Crush' and the outright sleaze of 'Life In Mono'.

Type-303 has previously released on underground favourite labels such as Chicago Bee, Downfall and I Love Acid

Three new originals lead by Llewellyn, a moniker you might already know, an offshoot of House and wavy Disco traditions from Martin Enke aka Lake People. With this little background information it should be obvious that you wont find clumsy claptrap or overflown sample banging here. What you get instead is a playful modesty that carries dance floors easily to peak time euphoria.

Limited 300 copies pressing - VINYL ONLY !
Unison Research is an iItalian duo (Filippo Di Nola and Luca Starace) with a passion for analog machines and anyway is a party where Filippo and Luca are a resident djs.
Here they deliver three techno tracks with deepness and accurate structure that continue the mood of the previous release of the label which is already a classic for Dub Techno lovers

Supported by: Laurent Garnier, Davide Squillace, Danny Tenaglia, Daniel Sanchez, Paco Osuna, Dubfire, Signal Deluxe, Ray Okpara, karotte, Luca Bacchetti, Laurent N., Manuel Perez, Tommy Largo, Polarize, Lula Circus, Chus,

repressed !

Chris Stussy and Toman are well known to underground house heads across the world they have made their names with a string of high quality dance-floor weapons on esteemed labels such as Rob Soul , PIV and We_R House, here they deliver their first collaboration on Ben Rau's META label.

This 4 track EP has been setting dance-floors ablaze already with stand-out track What U Do being a particular crowd pleaser , Noir infusion is a darker tech-house slammer and Mont Blanc and River Mountain round up the release with sophisticated minimal grooves.
Chris Stussy and Toman deliver a stand out release to the ever growing catalogue of META.

CJ Jeff, officially the busiest DJ in Greece, returns to Martin Eyerer & Rainer Weichhold's label with two more tech house sensations. This time in company of 8bit wonderboy Gorge, who delivered a fine remix for your proper dancefloor frenzy.

Second release for Etichetta Nera assigned to young and talented Danilo Cardace & Elia Perazzini. Known as Cardo & Elia finally decided to give a definitive stamp to their music. Innovative tech house and irresistible techno groove with a push of old-fashioned style.

TZB003 is the third instalment in the Far Out Radio Systems vinyl only series, following a 3 year hiatus after the releases of TZB001 and TZB002. On A1 and AA1, F.O.R.S. presents his signature blend of eerie strings and hard-hitting drums, while he departs towards fast-paced jungle breaks on A2 and AA2. TZB001 and TZB002 have become underground hits and are still played a lot today. TZB003 is very likely to follow in that direction. True music, released by DJs for DJs. 300 copies pressed.

TZB003 is the third instalment in the Far Out Radio Systems vinyl only series, following a 3 year hiatus after the releases of TZB001 and TZB002. On A1 and AA1, F.O.R.S. presents his signature blend of eerie strings and hard-hitting drums, while he departs towards fast-paced jungle breaks on A2 and AA2. TZB001 and TZB002 have become underground hits and are still played a lot today. TZB003 is very likely to follow in that direction. True music, released by DJs for DJs. 300 copies pressed.

First intercontinental flight for Etchetta Nera, destination Chicago.. We're proud to have on board for this release a real techno legend, one of our 90's hero, Mike Dearborn. Well known for his releases on top label as Djax Up Beats, Majesty Recordings, Tresor and Bush just to name a few Mike can be considered a major figure of the Chicagoan scene, without a doubt. He give us a remix of classic techno, simple and rockin...that's how we know Mike and his sound, unique and groovy....we just love it... Mainthread original version is a pumping track well done by Francesco & Mirko with synth and stab in pure u.s. techno style. Play it, love it

To anyone with even a passing interest in the weirder end of good-time party-ready house music, Freaks should need little introduction. Luke Solomon and Justin Harris have been keeping our preferred kind of dancefloor vibrating to the cheekiest manifestations of house music since the mid- 90s, never letting up and moving in the same oscillations as the good ship Circus Company. From first emerging on Phono through to setting up their Music For Freaks label, stopping by Playhouse, Wash House and Rebirth amongst countless other labels along the way, the UK duo have constantly given the traditions of house music a tickle in the ribs without losing that fundamental funk that makes a record great to dance to. We were thrilled to welcome Luke and Justin to remix Dave Aju's 'Nu Threads' at the end of last year, and now we follow up on that connection with a special EP of gems from the extensive Freaks archives. On 'Shrunken Heads (One Pro Mix)' the rock solid foundations of filter house music collide with flamboyant synth noodlings for a truly cosmic end result, while 'Absolut Zero' finds solace in a slower, deeper groove peppered with oddball effects tweaking and disembodied vocal samples. Heading further into loose-fit, slippery territory, 'Funk You (Who Do You Trust Dub)' lets soulful sample licks wriggle and writhe through a decidedly laid-back atmosphere that shows off the range Freaks have always sported in their output since day one. In many ways this coming together of Circus Company and Freaks feels like a logical development for two bastions of the oddball house music community, not to mention a great opportunity to hear tracks that otherwise might never have seen the light of day.