KAPIR RETURNS TO SUNCTURE WITH NEW SINGLE ‘ONE TWO’

Out now, the LA-based producer delivers a punchy, off-kilter house cut built around intricate percussion, a huge distorted bassline and trippy, spoken-word vocals.

“One, two.” A simple phrase becomes the starting point for Kapir’s latest single, ‘One Two’, where crisp percussion, a rolling groove and a commanding distorted bassline combine to create a track with an unmistakable sense of attitude.

Out now on SUNCTURE, the production thrives on contrast. Intricate rhythmic details keep the groove moving, while the bassline brings weight and grit to the low end. Complementary synth riffs weave through the arrangement, introducing a melodic dimension that is deliberately less predictable, with dissonant tones adding tension and giving the track its distinctive edge.

At the centre sits a hypnotic spoken-word male vocal, delivered through short, memorable phrases: “One, Two”, “It’s Just Me And You” and “Dancing All Around, There’s Nothing Else To Do”. Rather than functioning as a conventional vocal hook, the words become another rhythmic element, locking into the percussion and reinforcing the track’s hypnotic pull. There’s a directness to the delivery that contrasts with the more unconventional melodic details surrounding it.

The result is a record that balances precision with raw energy. Every element has its place, from the crispness of the percussion to the sheer weight of the bass, yet the dissonant synth work prevents the production from settling into familiar territory. Funky, driving and slightly unpredictable, ‘One Two’ finds its character in the interplay between a tightly controlled groove and sounds that push against it.

The single marks another step in Kapir’s developing relationship with SUNCTURE. First appearing on the label alongside Sunora with ‘Sunset to Sunrise’, he has since explored a broad palette of sounds across solo releases ‘Fractal Ecstasy’ and ‘DÉSIR’, as well as the collaborative single ‘Gami Yami’ with Sunora. From deep, chunky house to more playful, unconventional productions, each release has highlighted a different aspect of his musical identity.

Founded by Sunora, the collaborative project of Chertkovski and Alar, SUNCTURE continues to build a catalogue centred on groove-led electronic music, bringing together artists with individual approaches to house, indie dance and contemporary club sounds. Kapir’s latest contribution adds another distinctive voice to that evolving musical landscape.

Kapir – ‘One Two’ is out now via SUNCTURE

JANUS RASMUSSEN TAPS JOSEPH RAY TO REMIX ‘FUMES'

Released on Embassy One, the Grammy-winning producer remixes one of the defining tracks from Janus Rasmussen's acclaimed 2026 album 'Inert'.

Following the release of his highly lauded solo album ‘Inert’ on Embassy One in June, Reykjavík-based producer Janus Rasmussen now invites Joseph Ray to put his own mark on ‘Fumes’. Known for a sound that moves fluidly between club-driven production and the more atmospheric edges of electronica, Ray approaches the track with a focus on rhythm, tension and momentum, transforming Rasmussen's original into something expansive, muscular and dynamic.

Due for release on October 16, the remix follows pølaroit's rework of ‘Doom’, the first reinterpretation to emerge from the Inert album cycle. Where the German duo brought their organic instrumentation and melancholic sensibility to Rasmussen's composition, Ray takes ‘Fumes’ in a driving breakbeat direction, reshaping its rhythmic framework while opening up the track's atmospheric qualities.

There's a natural connection between the two artists' approaches. Rasmussen's work is defined by a careful balance of intricate sound design, melody and emotion, while Ray has spent his career moving between the physicality of the dancefloor and more expansive forms of electronic music. Both understand the value of restraint, allowing atmosphere and gradual progression to shape the experience rather than relying on excess.

Ray's own catalogue has evolved considerably since the release of ‘Room 1.5’ on Anjunadeep in 2019. His work has moved between heavier, techno-leaning productions and more melodic, vocal-forward material, reflecting a restless curiosity and willingness to experiment. As part of NERO and through his solo work, he has developed a distinctive approach that continually blurs the boundaries between club music, electronica and songcraft.

His remix arrives as Inert continues to open up through the work of other artists. Released in June, Rasmussen's most ambitious solo project to date explored themes of inertia, creative freedom and personal momentum, while bringing his own vocals further into the foreground. Across the album, intricate electronics, melodic movement and emotional songwriting come together to create a world that leaves plenty of room for reinterpretation.

With pølaroit and now Joseph Ray offering markedly different perspectives on the record, the remix series highlights the depth within Rasmussen's compositions. Each rework reveals another layer of Inert, extending its musical language while allowing the contributing artists to bring their own identities firmly into the frame.

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 

CHUS & CEBALLOS DEBUT ON AXEPT FOR THE LABEL’S 50TH RELEASE, ‘CLOSER TO YOU’

The new single reimagines Toni Rios’ iconic 2018 release ‘Closer To You’ ft Niveska, bringing a celebrated classic into a new era.

AXEPT reaches a major milestone with its 50th release as legendary Spanish duo Chus & Ceballos join forces with Toni Rios and Niveska to reinterpret the iconic ‘Closer to You’, a landmark record that first captured dance floors in 2018.

For one of Spain’s most influential electronic music duos, the release arrives at a particularly significant moment. Following their highly anticipated reunion and the release of ‘Somos Uno’, Chus & Ceballos continue a new chapter that reconnects with their musical roots while looking firmly towards the future.

Originally released by Toni Rios featuring Niveska in 2018 on BluFin Records, ‘Closer to You’ has become a defining record within the deeper, more emotive side of the house spectrum. This new interpretation sees Chus & Ceballos bring an unmistakable melodic house energy to the track, combining hypnotic grooves, organic percussion and deep, atmospheric textures with the emotional character that made the original so enduring.

For Chus & Ceballos, reworking ‘Closer to You’ is another opportunity to explore the connection between heritage and evolution: a philosophy that has been central to their work throughout a career spanning almost three decades. Renowned for pioneering the Iberican Sound, the Spanish duo have consistently drawn on rhythm, percussion and musicality to create records that connect across cultures and generations.

The release carries particular significance for AXEPT, marking the 50th release on the label since its launch by Berlin-based DJ and producer Yulia Niko in 2024. Created with the intention of honouring dance music’s cultural heritage while fostering unity and compassion through music, AXEPT has quickly established itself as a home for artists who share a forward-thinking, emotionally driven approach to electronic music.

Across its catalogue, the label has welcomed an international roster that includes Yet More, Santiago Garcia, Fur Coat, MANTi, Cameron Jack, Wally Lopez, Alexey Union, Ivan Masa and Yulia Niko herself, to name a few. Now, for its landmark 50th release, AXEPT turns to two generations of dance music heritage, bringing together the legacy of Toni Rios’ original ‘Closer to You’ with the contemporary perspective of Chus & Ceballos.

The collaboration arrives at a pivotal point in the story of Chus & Ceballos. After a five-year hiatus that began during the pandemic, the duo reunited in 2026 for their highly anticipated Reunion Tour, returning to dance floors across the world and reaffirming the enduring demand for their signature sound. Their recent single ‘Somos Uno’ marked the beginning of this new creative chapter, embracing themes of unity, identity and connection while expanding the Iberican Sound into a contemporary global landscape. ‘Closer to You’ continues that journey, but with a different kind of energy; one rooted in nostalgia, emotion and the timeless power of a great dance record.

Chus & Ceballos are widely regarded as one of Spain’s most enduring and influential electronic music duos. With a career spanning almost three decades, DJ Chus and Pablo Ceballos have made an indelible mark on global dance culture as producers, remixers, label founders and pioneering tastemakers. As the founders of Stereo Productions, they helped place Spanish electronic music firmly on the international map, while pioneering what became known globally as the Iberican Sound; a distinctive fusion of tribal percussion, Latin rhythms, hypnotic grooves and electronic house music.

Their productions and remixes have earned worldwide recognition, including official remixes for artists such as Madonna, Shakira and Yoko Ono. Beyond the studio, they have performed at and held residencies at some of the world’s most respected clubs, including Pacha and Cielo in New York, Space Miami, Stereo Montreal, Sound Los Angeles and Ageha Tokyo, among many others.

After a five-year hiatus beginning during the pandemic, the duo reunited in 2026 for The Reunion Tour, returning to more than 50 cities worldwide. The response has reaffirmed the lasting impact of their music and the continued relevance of the Iberican Sound. Their return represents more than a comeback. It is a new chapter built around renewal, connection and evolution, honouring the legacy they helped create while continuing to push their sound forward.