Always Friends - Significant Other EP (No Way Back)

Brad Eller forges a new path with the Significant Other EP, his first release as Always Friends. The Austin-based producer, known for projects like Duo Electro and Glass Slipper, pours decades of experience into this EP, creating a sound that's not just for the ears but for the soul. Combining 1/3 deep house, 1/3 dub techno, and 1/3 euphoric vibes, each track is woven into a seamless auditory tapestry. It’s an all-original, sample-free journey perfect for DJs and casual listeners alike.

The EP kicks off with its title track, a synth-heavy anthem that sets a rhythmic precedent for the tracks that follow. From the subdued intensity of "Safe Passage" to the dreamlike arpeggios of "Coming Of Age," each track is a distinct narrative. The soul-stirring "Say More" transitions smoothly into the reflective "Moving Forward," and the EP concludes with the Rhythm & Sound influenced "Little Chant." This collection, mastered by the skilled Rob Small, moves at a brisk tempo of 126-130 bpm, yet maintains a calm, comfortable, and evolving musical logic. The Significant Other EP leads the listener down the path to new and fresh destinations.

Andrew Emil (Change Request) – “I LOVE ‘Say More’. Top Cut and EP.”
The Silver Rider (Whiskey Disco) – “Love all of these. Great to see a fresh direction from Mr. Eller.”
Tom Lown (Lucky Sun) – “Some tasty stuff on here. Nice.”
Fern Ribs (Pebolim House Music) – “Great EP. ‘Coming of Age’ is a dope track.”
Leri Ahel (Mutant Disco Radio Show) – “Some great tracks here. Will support.”
Simon Kirk (Stag Beetle Radio Show) – “Goodness me this is nice. ‘Significant Other’ and ‘Say More’ really stand out. Beautifully produced throughout.”

Available Now From: Traxsource, Beatport, Apple Music, And Spotify.

Boblebad - Drømmeknuser (Beatservice Records)

Boblebad is back, serving six vividly imaginative tracks on the brilliantly varied Drømmeknuser LP.

Under his familiar Boblebad moniker, Ulf Moen Denneche has released genre-surfing sounds on some of the esoteric underground's most revered labels, gliding through breezy Balearic realms into floor-focused deep house and proudly uncompromising electronica along the way. An artist in every sense of the word, the Beatservice Records regular combines his music production talent with inspired work as a painter and visual artist. Drømmeknuser finds him in spectacular form, delivering a selection of far-reaching jams that are sure to find homes in the playlists of even the most demanding selectors.

The title track expertly sets the tone as it blends light with shadow, with playful lead melodies and agile synth-led counterpoints gorgeously entwined over deviant bass and crisp four-on-the-floor machine drums. Next, the sinister bass of "Dallasburger" subtly shifts the mood, with off-world chords and futurist melodics floating over stripped drums and carefully placed percussion.

"Slapp Av" sees blissful chord progressions and carefree lead synth joyously combine over sturdy bass and shuffling rhythms, its life-affirming energy enhanced by gently psychedelic sensibilities as the arrangement effortlessly ebbs and flows. "Raske Briller" continues the evolving journey, with good time harmonics and astrally charged melodies cascading over crunching house drums and sub-rooted bass as the bewitching groove unfolds.

"Bar Bakke" pitches evocative textures over brooding bass as precise rhythms guide the melodies, discreetly melancholy yet simmering with hope as delicate guitar lines weave between alien synth harmonies. Finally, the haunting tones of "Veiarbeid" complete a beguiling set, with freakish synth motifs meandering across pulsing rhythms as off-kilter chords and growling bass add weight to the tripped-out melodics.

Vibrant, expansive and produced to perfection, this is breathtaking work from the one they call Boblebad.

Jon Fugler (Fluke) – “Some lovely hints of the late 80’s here. Making me miss the Summer.”
Juan Moreno (1 Life Records) – “A nice EP here. Perfect for the warm up.”
Jon Kennedy (Radio 1 Prague) – “Quite lovely gear. Will drop one of these in my radio shows.”
Rory Hoy (Super Hi-Fi) – “Really fun 1980’s vibes here. Thanks!”
Simon Kirk (Proton Radio) – “So much to love here. Beautiful, uplifting, and very engaging music.”
Bruce Tantum (DJ Mag) – “Loving all of these. Very vibey house with a nice patina of weirdness.”

Available Now From: Beatport, Bandcamp, Apple Music, And Spotify.

Kohib - Take One (Beatservice Records)

Kohib is back in Beatservice action, joining forces with vocalist Karoline Stensland on the delightfully deviant "Take One."

Since releasing last year's mesmerizing "Today's Tales Of Tomorrow," Øivind Sjøvoll took a short break from his Kohib project to deliver some heavy dancefloor textures under his Ransel alter ego. Fortunately, we didn't have to wait too long for Kohib's return, and he picked up where he left off with a typically refined slice of subterranean immersion.

Fans of Sjøvoll's back catalog will know to expect the unexpected with each evolving release, and, true to form, the producer, DJ, and party promoter keeps audiences on their collective toes with a distinctly floor-focused turn.

"Take One" sees crunching house drums power aberrant bass and detuned synth leads as brooding acid and tension-building strings add to the nocturnal mood. Karoline Stensland pitches in with a stirring vocal performance, flitting between snarling spoken word to searing soul as verse transitions into chorus.

Driving, elegantly sinister, and steeped in soul, this is certified dancefloor fire from Kohib.

Psycho-Jones (Kater Blau) – “Killer! Can’t wait to spin it.”
Al Mackenzie (Retroforward) – “Big fan of Kohib. This doesn’t disappoint.”
Sumsuch (Colour and Pitch) – “Ooh I’ll take one please!”
Jean Jérome (Kut ‘N’ Paste) – “Twisted! A great track.”
Black Mighty Wax (GRU Radio) – “It makes me move – that’s a good sign.”
Simon Kirk (Proton Radio) – “Love this. I can see two copies being worked.”

Available Now From: Bandcamp, Beatport, Apple Music, And Spotify.

Duwayne Motley - Saturday Night (Viva Recordings)

Duwayne Motley's house music bona fides have few equals. Over the years, the prolific Charleston-based DJ and producer created exceptional sounds for the likes of Salted, King Street Sounds, Glasgow Underground, and quite a few more. "Come Get Me," Duwayne's 2009 release on Nervous Records upped the ante, receiving much acclaim and being selected for Nervous Records' best of compilation, Nervous House 20, mixed by CJ Mackintosh. Viva Recordings was among those who took notice and released Duwayne Motley's collaboration with Zandrina, "Gave Up On Love," in 2021.

Now Duwayne returns to Viva for an exhilarating house music statement, "Saturday Night." A chunky four-on-the-floor club bounce leads to sparkling layers of keys, strings, and staccato plucks as an uplifting vocal, once again from Zandrina, praises the virtues of Saturday night. This one is pure disco dynamite, beaming energy straight to the dancefloor in the form of percussive laser fills. Duwayne has also handily provided a Dub that takes the groove into deeper realms, looping and filtering the main keys while building the other elements smoothly on top. This one's a definite future staple for weekend peak time.

Luis Machuca (Friskybeat Records) – “A great uplifting vocal jam.”
Wilbour Craddock (Groovewest) – “Pure disco infused house magic.”
Stranger Danger (Moulton Music) – “Nice little chugger. Full support.”
Richie Hartness (Untitled Music) – “Sweet sweet soulful sounds.”
Mason Rothert (Below Zero Radio) – “This is beautiful and sexy.”
Hippie Torrales (Cyberjamz Radio) – “A great, straight up house groove.”

Available Now From: Bandcamp, Traxsource, Beatport, And Spotify.