PØLAROIT REWORK JANUS RASMUSSEN’S 'DOOM'

Out now via Embassy One, the German duo reshape Janus Rasmussen's 'Doom' with a deeply melodic, atmospheric rework of the track originally featured on his 2026 album 'Inert'.

Following the release of his acclaimed solo album ‘Inert’ on Embassy One in June, Faroe Islands-born, Reykjavík-based producer Janus Rasmussen now invites pølaroit to deliver a heady interpretation of one of the album's standout tracks. Available from September 18, the duo’s rework of ‘Doom' finds the German outfit drawing out the original's emotional character, layering deep electronic grooves with organic textures and their signature melancholic touch.

Where Rasmussen's original captures the restless energy and forward motion that runs throughout 'Inert', pølaroit's rework takes 'Doom' somewhere more intimate and immersive. The duo gradually opens up the track's melodic elements, surrounding them with warm electronic textures, rolling percussion and a delicate, understated groove. The result is a patient and atmospheric reinterpretation that retains the emotional core of the original while also revealing an entirely different side of it.

There's a natural connection between the two artists. Rasmussen's work has long been defined by a balance of precision and emotion, using intricate sound design and subtle melodic movement to create compositions that feel both meticulously crafted and instinctive. Likewise, pølaroit operate in a similar space, drawing on their shared appreciation for organic instrumentation, atmospheric production and the emotional possibilities of electronic music.

For pølaroit, the rework also extends a musical philosophy shaped by their connection to place and time. Jonas and Marius' productions have consistently blurred the boundaries between club music and more intimate listening experiences, with their sound informed by everything from Jonas' background as a pianist to Marius' roots in percussion. Their music has travelled far beyond the conventional club environment, from Burning Man and Fusion Festival to the Himalayas, with field recordings, organic textures and melodic instrumentation becoming integral parts of their sound.

That approach has earned the duo releases across NORR, Cercle Records, Anjunadeep Explorations, Ki Records, Stil vor Talent and now Embassy One, as well as collaborations and projects that reflect their interest in pushing electronic music beyond traditional formats. Their Cercle performance in India's Backwaters and collaboration with marching band MEUTE further demonstrate their instinct for creating immersive experiences that connect electronic music with the physical world.

The rework follows the critically acclaimed release of 'Inert', Rasmussen's most ambitious solo project to date. The album saw the producer explore themes of inertia, creative freedom and personal momentum, while incorporating his own vocals more prominently than ever before. Across the record, intricate electronic textures, subtle melodic shifts and rhythmic drive come together to create a sound that reflects Rasmussen's extensive experience as a producer, songwriter, musician and mix engineer. Having spent the past decade developing a singular approach to electronic music that sits comfortably between the intimate and the club-focused, 'Doom (pølaroit Rework)', sees that world opened up once again through the lens of an act equally interested in atmosphere, movement and emotional depth.

Janus Rasmussen Inert Album Tour Dates: 

November 25 - Le Pop Up Parisien, Paris, France

November 26 - The Greyhound Peckham, London, UK

November 27 - BARdzo Bardzo, Warszawa, Poland

November 28 - Fluxbau, Berlin, Germany

Tickets: https://bnds.us/trsk4f 

DARUDE REWORKS ‘SANDSTORM’ FOR 2026 WITH ITS FIRST OFFICIAL REMIX IN OVER 20 YEARS

Darude has revisited ‘Sandstorm’ from the inside. Reworked by the original creator himself, ‘Sandstorm Storm 25 Mix’ marks the track’s first official remix in over 20 years and gives the Finnish artist the opportunity to reshape one of electronic music’s most recognisable records on his own terms.

 Over 25 years, ‘Sandstorm’ has inspired hundreds of unofficial edits, mashups and bootlegs. Yet despite the many attempts to rework it, few have managed to reinterpret its unmistakable lead melody without losing what made the original so iconic. Its lead line and chord progression are so tightly wound into the track's identity that even seasoned producers have preferred to leave it alone rather than risk breaking what makes it so universally adored.

Over 1 billion global streams, numerous Gold and Platinum certifications, and over 322 million YouTube views on the equally memorable music video, ‘Sandstorm’ is an inescapable force in contemporary culture. Not only within dance music, but in the sporting world as the ultimate get-hyped anthem used by FIFA World Cup, NFL, Copa America, and 2024 Paris Olympics. Rooting itself a viral internet meme and official soundtrack in the gaming spheres of EA Sports, Fortnite and DOTA.

Such weighted presence made it only fitting the first official remix of ‘Sandstorm’ in over twenty years comes from the man who wrote it himself. Darude’s Storm 25 Mix was born out of a live-set rework created specifically for his STORM 25 worldwide anniversary tour which celebrated selections from the producer's 25-year catalogue.

To embark on his remix project, Darude first recreated the original Sandstorm version identically down to the very last hi-hat and Supersaw pad, Then, he intricately approached the key sounds, rebuilding from scratch to form his Storm 25 Mix. The core melody remains intact and now bears big room energy with melodic techno elements in the drop and orchestral textures in the breakdown.

"Sandstorm has such an incredible life of its own and, honestly, I'm just grateful people are still dancing to it," says Darude. "So many talented people have taken their own swing at it, while a lot of producers I admire have told me it’s simply too risky to touch. But this one is personal. It's the track that started everything for me and my career, and after 25 years, it felt like the right time to take it somewhere new. That, and to see how hard I can make it hit on a dancefloor in 2026!”

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FUNK TRIBU LAUNCHES BRAND NEW COMPILATION SERIES “RITUALS” ON HIS LABEL TRIBE

This recurring release series brings together four carefully curated artists and tracks per edition

“Rituals Vol. 1” marks a pivotal point for TRIBE - not just as a label, but as a flourishing creative community. From immersive club events in Bogotá, Paris, Amsterdam and Brussels, to screenings in Berlin, TRIBE has been building something that goes far beyond the music itself. Alongside a consistent musical output from Funk Tribu and a growing wave of emerging artists from across the world, this combination of music, people and experiences has shaped TRIBE into one of the most exciting, independent forces in progressive electronic music.

The artists who take part in the “Rituals” series each have a different but organic history with Funk Tribu and TRIBE. This is reflected in the artwork, with one unique handprint from each artist, tying their individual stories together.

Funk Tribu first discovered Afem Syko DJing at a party while he was still living in Bogotá. A few years later, the two reconnected in Berlin, where Afem shared some of his demos with him. One track immediately stood out to Funk Tribu and eventually found its place on the compilation - “KINETYKA, Polish for kinetics, describes the energy an object carries through motion. The track is built around this idea of force and movement.” explains Afem Syko.

Supergloss quickly became a mainstay at TRIBE events after Funk Tribu heard her incredible selections at a show in Serbia, it was natural for her to feature on the first compilation - “This track attempts to capture the feeling of not wanting to leave the dance floor, because even after hours, your body is craving one last euphoria.” says Supergloss.

Vall Du Son had been part of the TRIBE story for a while too, after meeting at ADE in 2024 and gradually becoming a regular in Funk Tribu’s sets. On his process for the track Vall Du Son mentions, “I stopped thinking about where I should fit and followed whatever felt exciting to me.”

HANAA is the most recent addition, discovered while searching for new music for a set, which led to her sending over some demos - one of which, “Looking For My Tribe”, ended up becoming part of the compilation. HANNA says “it’s about searching for those rare people you instantly connect with, the ones who make you feel like you’re on the same frequency without having to explain yourself.”

Funk Tribu explains “What I like about the compilation is that there wasn’t one specific way these tracks came together. Each artist and track has its own story and connection to me, but somehow they all ended up fitting into the same ritual.”

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