London-based DJ-producer duo Nichols+Roark return with their latest single ‘Melodica’, released on All Day I Dream as part of the label’s End of Summer Sampler.
Known for blending progressive house, melodic techno, and organic textures with a cinematic, emotional edge, the duo’s new track is inspired by their travels to music meccas such as Burning Man and South American beach festivals, experiencing unique environments where connection, community, and music dissolve all barriers.
‘Melodica’ is built around haunting male and female chants, exploring harmony between masculine and feminine energies, breath, and movement. Hypnotic and tribal, the track layers nostalgic chord progressions and deep percussion, with each build representing a meeting point, a harmonic climax where energies converge. The production invites listeners to pause, breathe intentionally, and connect with themselves, others, and the collective energy of the dancefloor.
The track was recorded over two inspired weekend sessions in Nichols+Roark’s London studio. The duo crafted ‘Melodica’ organically, allowing the vocals to guide rhythmic structure and chord progression. “We wanted it to feel like a dance that could only happen then and there—the kind of moment you remember long after the music stops,” they explain. The result is a track that feels alive, hypnotic, and deeply human.
‘Melodica’ features in Nichols+Roark’s performances, including Gospel (NYC) last weekend, ADE in October, Art Basel (Miami),) as well as at their own SHIFT events - an immersive music and arts concept blending performance, environment, and connection. Early support comes from All Day I Dream founder Lee Burridge, who supported the track with its first spin at Burning Man this year.
With legacy releases on the likes of The Soundgarden, Selador, Mango Alley, Stripped, Balance Music and Manual, this new single stands as a testament to Nichols+Roark’s ongoing exploration of music as a unifying force, capturing moments of harmony and collective energy. ‘Melodica’ is available 26th September on All Day I Dream, inviting listeners to breathe, move, and connect with the music in ways that transcend time and place.
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