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Albums | LAMIA Releases “Angel,” a Haunting Glimpse Into Upcoming Album Nighthawks
Posted by VMan on November 14, 2025
Avant-garde artist and producer LAMIA returns with her powerful new single “Angel,” out now via AWAL and taken from her upcoming album Nighthawks (spring 2026). Blending ambient soundscapes, deconstructed-club energy, and post-trance atmospherics, “Angel” delivers a euphoric yet intimate listening experience that further cements LAMIA as a rising force in underground electronic music.
An MMus graduate of Goldsmiths and alum of Leeds Conservatoire and The BRIT School, LAMIA has built a reputation for boundary-pushing performances, with standout shows at Berghain, BBC Introducing Live Sessions, and the Berlin Music Video Awards, where BBC Introducing’s Alan Raw praised her as “one of the best live performers we have ever had.” Her work has also earned attention from CLASH, DMY, BBC Radio 1, Radio X, and KALTBLUT.
Written and produced during a difficult London winter, “Angel” became a beacon of hope for the artist. “Creating Angel was like a light that appeared and guided me through the darkness,” LAMIA says, citing inspiration from Mark Fisher’s concept of hauntology.
Following her acclaimed single “Cobra”—whose music video screened at the Berlin Music Video Awards and won Best Music Video at the Berlin Kiez Film Festival—“Angel” signals the next chapter in LAMIA’s cinematic, emotionally rich world. As anticipation builds for Nighthawks, she continues to redefine the edges of electronic music and performance in London and Berlin’s underground scenes.
News | SHADEZ Brings the Heat with ‘Beggin’
Posted by VMan on November 11, 2025
SHADEZ brings something different to the floor with “Beggin,” the second single from his new EP ‘Let It Go.’ The Phoenix-based DJ and producer moves from the bright, Latin pulse of “Es Para Ti” into something heavier — a late-night cut where emotion meets rhythm. Deep basslines, crisp percussion, and a soulful vocal hook give the record its steady drive and darker tone.
Speaking on the process, SHADEZ explains, “When coming up with the idea for ‘Beggin,’ I wanted to focus on an emotional ride that pulled in the listeners. Everyone can resonate with being in some sort of a relationship struggle. So I came up with this idea that changed the motive — making you want to dance when going through a bump in the road.”
“Beggin” builds on the story started by “Es Para Ti,” expanding the sound and perspective of the ‘Let It Go’ EP. Where the first single moved on melody, this one thrives on groove and tension. It’s music designed for motion — minimal in structure but full in feeling — showing how SHADEZ translates personal emotion into club rhythm.
Beyond the music, SHADEZ has been building quietly but firmly. His single “Make Love” surpassed 291,000 streams on Spotify, and his Eclipse Sessions brand in San Diego has become a consistent spot for house music on the West Coast. Known for mixing Latin house and tech house at venues like The Harbor and Casablanca, SHADEZ is part of a growing wave of U.S. artists giving house music a wider, more cultural shape.
Albums | Kwae Kobaine drops new EP
Posted by VMan on October 25, 2025
Kwae Kobain’s new EP AHAMKARA delivers a refreshing fusion of introspective lyricism and cultural innovation. It opens with “JADED”, a chilled yet bold hip-hop track led by autotuned vocals that glide between raw honesty and futuristic energy. On “Sirens,” Kwae leans into Afro Fusion, driven by intricate rhythms and a soulful, engaging flow that feels alive with purpose.
Inspired by languages like Hausa, Arabic, Hindi, and Sanskrit—and visual elements from Fauvism, Expressionism, tantra, and alternative Nigerian fashion—AHAMKARA stands out as a bold statement of identity and evolution. For fans of ODUMODUBLVCK, PsychoYP, and Blaqbonez, this project shows Kwae shaping something truly unique. Tune in above now!
Albums | Okan Unveils New Single ‘One Step (feat. Zak Messenger)’ on Perfect Havoc
Posted by VMan on September 24, 2025
Leading UK imprint Perfect Havoc presents the latest cut in Grammy-nominated producer Okan’s armoury with new single ‘One Step (feat. Zak Messenger)’. Released on 5th September, the track marries sumptuous deep house grooves with a soulful uplifting topline from celebrated vocalist Zak Messenger.
From Newcastle in the North East England, Okan is a music producer, DJ, and songwriter whose DIY beginnings saw him crafting beats on a laptop and selling homemade mixtapes on UK streets to fund his first studio. His relentless, self-taught approach led to early collaborations with rising artists, laying the foundation for a sound that seamlessly blends global influences into forward-thinking dance music.
His production credits span international superstars such as Chris Brown, Sean Paul, Davido, Tinie Tempah, Becky G, Mr Eazi, and Adekunle Gold, with productions charting in dozens of territories. Two Grammy nominations in 2023 elevated him to one of the UK’s most exciting new producers, while expanding his artistry further, he’s appeared at TEN TEN club nights in Newcastle and at Ministry of Sound, showcasing his passion for Afro and Tech House directly from the booth.
‘One Step (feat. Zak Messenger)’ intertwines melodic, luxurious deep house grooves with Zak’s soul-fuelled vocal performance, delivering a euphoric end-of-summer climax set to light up dance floors and sunset sessions alike.
Perfect Havoc continues to champion feel-good dance music with a knack for crossover hits. Boasting over 11 billion global streams and multiple UK Top 20 singles, the label remains at the cutting edge of modern club culture.
Albums | When Sacred Meets Techno: Padre Guilherme & Ebmath Release Veneremur Et Adoremus
Posted by VMan on September 23, 2025
Few projects in electronic music dare to reframe tradition as boldly as Veneremur Et Adoremus, the debut EP from Lux Aeterna Records. A collaboration between Padre Guilherme, Italian duo Ebmath, vocalist Liliana Sofia Coelho, and the Pequenos Cantores de Amorim e de Laúndos children’s choir, the release fuses centuries-old sacred compositions with the immersive textures of melodic techno.
The EP opens with Ave Maria (Original Mix), a contemporary reimagining of Caccini’s timeless piece. The interplay between the children’s choir and Coelho’s hauntingly beautiful vocals is elevated by Ebmath’s sweeping synths and crisp rhythmic foundation. It is reverent, yet undeniably modern — a hymn for both sanctuaries and festival mainstages.
The second track, Adoramus (Original Mix), deepens this duality. Chant-like vocals weave into pulsing percussion and hypnotic melodic layers, creating a soundscape that feels equal parts meditative and celebratory. It embodies Padre Guilherme’s unique mission: to bridge the divide between spiritual transcendence and collective euphoria.
Following standout performances at Afterlife Ibiza, Zamna Festival, and even beneath Rio’s Cristo Redentor, Padre Guilherme continues to redefine what electronic music can symbolize. Veneremur Et Adoremus is not just an EP — it is an invitation to reimagine faith, tradition, and the dancefloor as one unified space.
Albums | Scott Forshaw & Fully Charged Team Up on New Single “Get You Right”
Posted by VMan on September 19, 2025
UK exports Scott Forshaw and Fully Charged deliver their latest collaborative cut ‘Get You Right’, a refreshing, vocal-driven deep house track with rolling grooves, retro acid-tinged touches, and an evergreen hook designed to work both in the club and across radio.
Built around a warm, flowing bassline and a catchy topline that lingers long after the drop, ‘Get You Right’ balances old-school club flavours with a polished, modern edge. Its hypnotic vocal and smooth progression carve out a late-summer anthem, tailor-made for Ibiza closing parties and global dancefloors alike.
Electronic | Philia Unveils ‘Obscura’ on Ex Medias
Posted by VMan on September 11, 2025
With Obscura, Philia drops a 5-track release on Ex Medias that dives into contrast: rumbling basslines meet soaring melodies, heavy drops balance cinematic textures. It’s a project built for late-night floors but layered enough for a solo listen.
Philia, aka Denver-based producer and multi-instrumentalist Dan Giffin, is known for unpredictable live sets that mix DJing, instruments, and even spontaneous crowd samples. That same energy flows through Obscura, which feels alive with shifting moods and hypnotic tension.
His journey already includes performances at Electric Forest, sharing bills with Tiësto, Slushii, Daily Bread, Maddy O’Neal, Marvel Years, and Balkan Bump. In the studio, he’s collaborated with platinum and Grammy-winning artists like Mac Miller and Machine Gun Kelly. Beyond performing, he’s one of only 350 Ableton Certified Trainers worldwide and hosts the Ableton Music Producer Podcast.
Closing this chapter with Obscura, Philia sets up the next stage of his evolving sound.