Interviews

Brooklyn-based producer, DJ, and multi-instrumentalist Bad Colours returns with his fourth LP ‘Promise’ on Bastard Jazz. The project marks another evolution for Ibe Soliman, whose career has seen him DJ alongside James Murphy, Mark Ronson, and Q-Tip, and produce for the mighty Kendrick Lamar and Faith Evans. We sat down the artist to discuss the... Read more »

Julian Bainbridge has quietly carved out his niche in Berlin’s underground house scene: a vinyl-digging DJ/producer, label-founder of Sounds Over Seas and one committed to the deeper side of house music. With the release of his debut LP ‘Directions’ recently under his belt, he steps up not just as curator but as artist, diving into... Read more »

There’s a certain sun-soaked swagger on the latest cut from Kevin Knapp, ‘West Coast’,  a groove that feels like it was born from warm concrete, ocean air, and pure Bay Area soul. Back home in California and feeling creatively grounded, he finds peace in the familiar, rediscovers old records, and continues to chase the eternal... Read more »

Egypt’s Adham Zahran has been quietly shaping his corner of the house music universe for years — the kind of producer whose sound you recognize before you see his name. Rooted in deep, soulful grooves and that unmistakable Detroit influence, Zahran’s music carries the warmth of old-school spirit with the finesse of a modern craftsman.... Read more »

Lakeshouse is a fictitious club-utopia, dreamt up by a group of producers, DJs and jazz musicians based in Oslo. Their idiosyncratic soundtrack to this fantasy club rests on the Norwegian tradition of “bonkers” (Mixmag) house and space disco, yet sounds like it could be a scene of its own. Far from traditionalists, their blend of... Read more »

Marking a major milestone in its journey, Madorasindahouse celebrates its 100th release — a testament to over a decade of curating soulful, rhythm-driven music that bridges cultures and communities. We caught up with the team behind the label to reflect on its evolution from a humble YouTube channel to a global movement and to discuss... Read more »

The ever-reliable FCL, aka Belgian house heroes San Soda and Red D, are back on the block with a remastered remix package of ‘Can We Try,’ released on London label Freerange Records. We got the chance to sit down with San Soda to discuss all things production process, the new track, where we should visit... Read more »

Brooklyn’s newest sonic troublemaker, Non-Friction, isn’t easing into the scene, it’s flooring it. With its foundation in cheeky cuts, groovy gems, and slippery slappers made for dim rooms and delirious mornings, the label’s early output is as much about feeling as it is about finesse. Every track is a little reckless, a little raw, and... Read more »

When it comes to house music in Argentina, few names carry as much weight and longevity as Manuel Sahagun. A true pillar of the scene, Manuel has earned the respect of multiple generations of DJs and producers, thanks to a career defined by consistency, innovation, and an unwavering dedication to the groove. With a sound... Read more »

Formed in 2019 by Batikan Abiz, Batikan Tanrikulu, and Yigit Karakas, People Like Us channel their city’s eclectic energy into music that’s cinematic, soulful, and built for movement. By weaving rhythm, texture, and just the right touch of funk, People Like Us craft sounds that set trends rather than follow them. Their new single, ‘Supernatural,’... Read more »