MZ WORTHY, CLAYTON WILLIAM AND L.O.P. LIFE TEAM UP FOR SECOND FLIGHT WEEK RELEASE ‘SMOKE SHOW’

Out Now As Part Of Dirtybird’s 20th Anniversary Year

Mz Worthy, Clayton William, and L.O.P. LIFE (aka Life On Planets) have teamed up for a groovy new single ‘Smoke Show’ out now as part of the Dirtybird’s 20th anniversary. 

Serving as the second release from Dirtybird’s inaugural Flight Week writing camp in San Francisco, ‘Smoke Show’ captures the collaborative spirit driving the milestone celebration. Charged with rocking guitar riffs with playful vocal hooks, the track merges Mz Worthy’s bold rhythmic sensibility with Clayton Williams’ polished production instincts, while L.O.P. LIFE brings his signature charisma to the mic. ‘Smoke Show’ is cheeky and mischievous, reflecting the trio’s individuality while embracing the fearless experimentation that defines Dirtybird.

Mz Worthy is one of Dirtybird’s earliest champions, first breaking out in 2007 with her track ‘Irst Te’. She’s remained an integral part of the label with releases like ‘Tric Trac’ with Eats Everything (2011), ‘Dip’ (2013) and compilation appearances with ‘Humble Mumble’ (2010), ‘So Delicious’ (2015), and ‘Take A Ride’ (2019). Beyond her catalog, Mz Worthy has become a voice for inclusivity in dance music, openly sharing her transgender journey while infusing her artistry with messages of positivity and self-love. After coming out in 2020, she reintroduced herself as Mz Worthy in 2022 with the release of ‘Love & Give’. This year, Mz Worthy joined the flock at Dirtybird’s flagship Campout and CampINN festivals. 

Clayton Williams is a Bay Area producer, remixer, DJ and A&R at EMPIRE Records. His studio work includes production and engineering for artists such as E-40, Too $hort, G-Eazy, Lil Jon, and Fireboy DML, as well as a Grammy nomination for credits on Asake and Wiz Kid’s 'MMS'. Clayton also remains enmeshed with the underground electronic scene, with releases on Lee Foss’s South of Saturn and AC Slater’s Night Bass, and collaborations with Techno Tupac, RaeCola, and n808.

L.O.P. LIFE is a creative extension of Baltimore-bred vocalist and instrumentalist Life On Planets. The LA-based artist first appeared on the label as part of Lubelski’s Happy Accidents and has since become a consistent face at Dirtybird’s event series and festivals. His quirky blend of R&B, hip hop, and house has attracted the attention of Walker & Royce, Soul Clap, Archie Hamilton, and Moody Jones and labels like Defected, Rules Don’t Apply, Desert Hearts, Solotoko, and Young Art. Earlier this summer, Life On Planets performed at Dirtybird Campout x Northern Nights and the label’s second annual Back To Baysics. 

Stream Mz Worthy, Clayton Williams, and L.O.P. LIFE’s new single ‘Smoke Show’ available now on all platforms and sign up here for the latest updates on Dirtybird releases, events, merch, and more.   

ALEX WANN, MALACHIII AND BEES AND HONEY UNITE ON “MOON”

A HYPNOTIC AFRO HOUSE JOURNEY OUT NOW VIA INSOMNIAC RECORDS

Paris-based DJ and producer Alex Wann joins forces with rising Los Angeles artist Malachiii and boundary-pushing collective bees & honey for “Moon”, a stunning new single arriving September 19th via Insomniac Records. A deep, groove-driven track that captures the spirit of modern Afro house, “Moon” blends infectious rhythms, heartfelt songwriting, and shimmering production into one irresistible package.

Anchored by Malachiii’s intoxicating vocal performance, “Moon” unfolds with a gravitational pull of its own. His soaring head voice rides over radiant piano chords, twinkling melodic flourishes, and a warm, propulsive bassline. bees & honey add their signature touch with subtle refrains and atmospheric textures, enriching the track’s glowing soundscape, giving it both depth and soul. The result is an Afro house anthem equally suited for sunset rooftops, festival stages, and late-night dance floors.

Alex Wann continues to cement his place among the house music genre’s elite, riding the wave of his meteoric rise with a string of acclaimed releases and unforgettable live sets. Known for his rich, melodic sound, Wann has previously earned global attention with his remix of BLOND:ISH’s “Never Walk Alone”, which amassed over 1.7M streams and was spotlighted on BBC Radio 1 by Pete Tong and Danny Howard. Currently tearing through an international tour, his appearances span Pacha Ibiza, Mysteryland Amsterdam, CRSSD San Diego, and landmark festivals including Tomorrowland Belgium, Lollapalooza Paris, and the Montreux Jazz Festival.

On the vocal front, Malachiii is redefining boundaries with his cross-genre artistry. As a singer, songwriter, producer, and DJ, his fusion of Afrobeats, hip-hop, pop, and house has propelled him into the spotlight. His breakout collaboration, “Move,” alongside Stryv and Adam Port, reached #1 on the Billboard Afrobeats Songs chart and earned him a Billboard Music Award nomination. Adding to his accolades, Malachiii co-wrote the global #1 hit “Jump” by BLACKPINK, solidifying his reputation as one of today’s most versatile voices.

Bringing their sonic finesse to the collaboration, bees & honey, a collective operating between London and Berlin, have become synonymous with forward-thinking Afro House and pop productions. With a staggering 653M+ streams across their catalog, the group has worked alongside artists like Tyla, Wakyin, WizTheMc, and Donel, further establishing themselves as tastemakers shaping the next wave of electronic music.

With its radiant melodies, hypnotic rhythms, and emotionally charged performance, “Moon” marks a powerful collaboration between three unique forces in modern dance music. Expect this one to light up playlists, club speakers, and festival crowds worldwide.

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DANCE MUSIC ROYALTY NICOLE MOUDABER AND ARMIN VAN BUUREN UNITE FOR FIRST EVER COLLABORATION

‘HOUSE PARTY’

IS OUT NOW ON ARMADA MUSIC

The first lady of techno meets the king of trance: Nicole Moudaber and Armin van Buuren have joined forces for the very first time to deliver ‘House Party’, a landmark collaboration that is setting dancefloors ablaze. 

First teased during Ultra Music Festival Miami 2025, the track caused a media frenzy, fast becoming one of the most talked-about moments of the festival. Now, the anticipation is over as two of electronic music’s most iconic figures collide on this monumental release.

Fusing Moudaber’s uncompromising techno power with van Buuren’s euphoric trance energy, ‘House Party’ is about pure energy, pure celebration – it’s the soundtrack to those unforgettable nights when the music takes you higher. 

“I’m thrilled about this collaboration. I’ve admired Armin and his work for so many years. Back in the early 2000s, I released one of his earliest records under his ‘Problem Boy’ alias on my label Southeast Recordings. To now come together on ‘House Party’ feels like a true full-circle moment. It’s a groovy techno-trance record that instantly grabbed me, and when I was approached to do this collab, saying yes was the easiest decision ever.” Nicole Moudaber

“Nicole and I go way back, and premiering the track at Ultra felt like a full-circle moment. As the title says, ‘House Party’ is all about that raw, uniting energy that makes the dance floor come alive.” Armin van Buuren

Uniting two legacies, ‘House Party’ is more than a collaboration – it’s a cultural moment. Moudaber, celebrated for her global InTheMood empire and her fearless command of techno, stands alongside van Buuren, a five-time #1 DJ and trance pioneer with a worldwide following. Together, they have created a track that bridges genres, eras and audiences – an anthem destined to resonate from underground clubs to the world’s biggest festival stages.

With ‘House Party’, Nicole Moudaber and Armin van Buuren open a new chapter in dance music history – and the whole world is invited to join.