Rising champions of the tech-house underground, The Reactivitz and Luke Andy combine their respective talents on their 2-track EP Todo En La Vida. Dedicated to crafting inspired techno music for driving dance floors, The Reactivitz is a fast-rising producer celebrated for blending old-school beats with the limitless sounds of the future. His signature style is marked by a penchant for dark synths, wavy grooves, unrelenting beats, and nightlife-inspired percussions designed to make stillness move. Luke Andy is well on his way to becoming one of the freshest faces in contemporary dance music. Drawing inspiration from his Nigerian and Korean heritage, Luke’s catalog is steeped in worldly aromas infused equally with the sounds of underground hip-hop, jazz, funk, house, and even indie music. Together, The Reactivitz and Luke Andy come together to create an unforgettable disco-house sound on Todo En La Vida. The original cut beams with The Reactivitz’s industrial tech flow while Luke Andy gives the track room to breathe with a more spacious yet equally-infectious sound design. The 13th official release on The Archer’s recently-founded Hollywood label There Is A Light Records, Todo En La Vida is an instant classic in the label’s fast-rising repertoire.
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SPEAKER HONEY - TOGETHER ALL NIGHT
Music, Original MixCommentA lucid purveyor of sound, Speaker Honey is a jack of all trades. Hailing from San Diego, the multi-instrumentalist leads with a future-focused state of mind. Debuting on mau5trap in 2019 with her Night Visions EP, the dance music luminary returns to the deadmau5-run label with her 2-track Together All Night 2 EP. Sitting at the intersection of the Internet, old school cartoons, and Ableton, you'll find Speaker Honey. She's the amalgamation of everything she knows and loves: synth-laden music, loud urban raveware, and animation. The fast-rising star can be found creating immersive techno soundscapes through each sweltering release, and her Together All Night EP is no different. Leading the charge is "All Night," a techy, electro-infused treat with a larger-than-life kick riding it's infectious synth melodies. Showcasing her unique knack for nefarious instrumentation, "All Night" is Speaker Honey at her technical best. The 2-track EP culminates in "We Belong Together," a collaborative effort between Speaker Honey and VVVIRTU. The pair connected through their "SHARE-YOUR-SONG Monday" stream, and not long after, the enchanting single was born. Glitchy synths carry the track's introduction as old school club vocals power their way into the spotlight. An impressive feat of production prowess, Speaker Honey's 2-track Together All Night is the artists' long awaited return to the mau5trap spotlight after the release of her Interrupted EP in 2020.
[PREMIERE] KANTOR - FLOPPY DISK
Music, Original Mix, PREMIERECommentKantor is an electronic force to be reckoned with a magnetic pull about him stemming from his fierce and original sounds. Boasting a wide range of electronic atmospheres and tempos that commonly include mid-tempo to house structures - with the occasional melodic trap tune thrown in for good measure - Kantor doesn’t take any genre one off the table, but does juxtapose this with a strict sense of it fitting into what makes Kantor, “Kantor.” “Floppy Disk,” puts some of the most infectious and imaginative styles of the Kantor world back on display. Since the genesis of the alias in mid-2020, every release always comes equipped with a well thought out in-depth theme. Yet, within this single-driven universe drawn up by the soloist, he has formulated a specific line of cyber-punk-inspired winners that easily can be named as the cream of the crop.
MARTEN HØRGER - ØUT OF THE WORLD
Music, Original MixCommentMarten Hørger just dropped his two-track EP “Øut Øf The Wørld / All Aløne” on Tchami’s heavyweight record label Confession. The German producer’s latest offering is a breakneck triumph that bravely and sucessfully fuses house, techno, and bass. Reminiscent of a 4 AM warehouse soiree, both tracks are explosive while remaining accessible to dance music fans from all walks of life. A bonafide head-banger, Øut Øf The Wørld / All Aløne” will have you shuffling before you even know how to. Volume up Marten Hørger, we’re listening.
[NEW SHOW] TIGA // MARCH 06 // AUDIO
Club Night, Concert, Dance Party, EventCommentI truly believe this night is going to be something special. Let’s all come together in San Francisco on March 6th at Audio to witness the return of TIGA. Legend! It’s been a few years now since this Canadian producer has been in the bay, and not sure about you guys …. but I’m ready to get my Techno on point with this one! Tickets are on sale now, swoop them at the link below!
TRICKR - COPS
Music, Original MixCommentLighting up the city of Los Angeles, TRICKR is an intoxicating new act to watch. Cutting his teeth with his debut release “COPS,” TRICKR manipulates a series of magnetic sounds on a plane of classic techno, dizzying bass, and club-ready house music. This interstellar gem is dance floor certified and charming to boot. Despite being swathed in a hard-hitting resonance, TRICKR maintains a cheeky balance of rhythm to create a symmetrical outline of dance music. Cut loose and vibe out with “COPS” today.
JSTJR - PUT IN THAT WORK
Music, Original MixCommentAfter milestone releases with Insomniac, Monstercat, Fool’s Gold, and Mad Decent, JSTJR is more himself than ever with his latest unveiling, “Put In That Work.” The bodacious cut dropped on his imprint Group Chat Recordings and teeters between a melodic techno bass-line and thunderous trap aromas. Blending two main-stage genres, this intoxicating joint has a magnetism defined only JSTJR himself. This zealous single is a thrilling, festival-ready anthem drenched in a wicked sound-design. A stepping stone ahead of his forthcoming EP, JSTJR leaves listeners on their toes with “Put In That Work.” Join the party today.
[PREMIERE] KALLAN HK - FLIGHT PATH / FUTURE SHOCK
Music, Original Mix, PREMIERECommentRadiating a fresh sense of tech-house feminism, Kallan HK is RAM Records’ razor sharp new songstress. The first lady of RAM Records, Kallan HK unveils her 2-part single “Flight Path” and “Future Shock.” A spellbinding triumph, this techno feat is a speedy treat garnished with high-energy cadences and invigorating melodies. Between its consistent rhythm and fluid digital tenor, Kallan HK effortlessly boasts her quick-witted production skills on her latest offering. Her simple yet intentionally calculated sound design keeps these breakneck beats anchored to tantalizing soundscapes. A futuristic introduction to the weekend, “Flight Path” is the warped techno gem you need to hear.
LEX & WOOD X DEAD SPACE - HUSSY (FEAT. PONY)
Music, Original MixCommentDead Space, Lex & Wood, and Pony team up for “Hussy,” a collaborative house heater ready to keep your feet moving and your body grooving into the wicked hours of the night. Producing a driving blend of tech house and techno with a touch of funky fun and sacred beats, Dead Space delivers a unique and cutting-edge style of music. With productions created almost entirely in analog accented by deep vocals and driving bass-lines, in his work Dead Space searches for a deeper meaning of the cosmos. In a seemingly flawless blend of the utmost catchy vocals, masterfully timed snares, and powerful house rhythms, “Hussy” comes as a treat from Gene Farris’ enigmatic label. The pairing of Dead Space, Lex & Wood, and Pony is a match made in heaven; all displaying their signature styles in full, each contributor holds their own while effortlessly blending their styles with their musical companions.
