Dublin

Underground Audio and Twisted Fusion producer Jame Moorfield jumps on board for the sixth release from Belfast-based imprint Soundspace. The Richmond man has delivered a bang tidy three tracker for the occasion, we’re talking no-nonsense upfront tech-house at its finest. “The Takeaway” heads up the release, offering a dark, basement vibe with its all-consuming bass-line and lush... Read more »

Irishman Ian O’Donovan builds on an impressive Drumcode debut from earlier this year with another rousing EP in the form of “Area/Gauntlet”. The former KMS and Bedrock producer is not short on support from industry titans and the trend continues with the brand new output. Mr. Carl Cox has been rinsing “Arena” everywhere from Ultra to... Read more »

A slice of Detroit descends upon Dublin’s District 8 on Friday night. A rather large slice. In terms of techno pioneers, there are not many bigger than Derrick May. Derrick was one of the founding fathers of techno and his contribution to the movement continues to this day. His passion and his dedication to the... Read more »

As this winter weather begins to grab a hold of us there is never a more appropriate time for some deep, dark techno. This Techno Tuesday we have a treat in store for you. Only recently Blawan and Surgeon performed live together as TRADE at District 8. As TRADE they bring a unique live experience... Read more »

Rising Dublin-based artist Dylan Moran returns this month with an eery new slice of basement-built techno. The track is titled ‘Boundaries’ and it’s available exclusively as a free download via When We Dip. The cut features on a new EP ‘Sociological Boundaries’, which follows releases on Newcastle imprint Tunnyl Records, Avec Moi and Crossworld Vintage. ‘Boundaries’... Read more »

Will Kinsella has been a standout talent in the Irish techno scene in recent years, building a top quality reputation as both a party thrower and killer producer/dj. This month the Dublin-based artist returns to Dynamo Recordings with a special six track EP titled ‘Promoter’ Series. Today, exclusively via WWD, you can check out the... Read more »

It can be without doubt that Ireland’s electronic music loving public have never been more spoilt for choice than in the past calendar year with a resurgence of clubbing culture across the country. Venues like District 8, The Hanger and The Button Factory have led the way, all bringing streams of talent to Dublin on a regular basis... Read more »

WWD have been waiting for Metropolis Festival to announce their latest acts and very happy to report that the boys have smashed it. Along with those mentioned by WWD previously, new announcements include: Hot Chip, Vic Mensa, Le Galaxie, Formation, Booka Brass Band, Flight Facilities, Omar Souleyman, Vince Staples, Trinity Orchestra (performing LCD Soundsystem), FLOATING... Read more »

Swedish producer HNNY is something of an anomaly in today’s electronic music world. With a distinctive style, seemingly uncorrupted by the influence of electronic music fads or trends, he produces a soft, flavorful range of dance music which never fails to lift the spirits and has engendered a consistent stream of support from the underground... Read more »

Waterford outfit Republik has become renowned on our little green isle for throwing one hell of a party, be it getting down with Mano Le Tough and the Maeve crew or Berghain legends like Marcel Dettmann (who rocked a killer show down south last month). After a decade of success in events, the boys have decided... Read more »