MATADOR LINKS UP WITH KYOZO FOR THEIR 'EASY UP' EP ON RUKUS

Matador is back on his RUKUS label, this time with Kyozo for one new collaboration and one solo track.

Irishman Matador is an underground mainstay who has constantly innovated in the studio and always serves up scintillating soundtracks in the club. From early minimal techno to his more recent explorations of rich melodies, prog synths and cinematic grooves, he always leads from the front. Here he works with London based Kyozo, who has recently made waves on Drumcode collaborating with Adam Beyer.

'Easy Up' is an atmospheric and deep roller with soft but firmly rooted kicks and wispy synths. There's a sense of suspense as it unfolds, with vulnerable male vocals adding to the fragile motions while the bassline adds real weight. It's a great trip that makes a lasting impact. 'Another Level' is more edgy and direct. Searching, sonar-like blips pulse over the progressive drums while more stark chords light things up with a futuristic twist.

These are two well crafted tracks that blend immersive sound designs with real club-ready energy.

Tracklist:

1) Matador, Kyozo - Easy Up (Extended Mix)

2) Matador - Another Level (Extended Mix)

3) Matador, Kyozo - Easy Up (Radio Edit)

4) Matador - Another Level (Radio Edit)

NICHOLS+ROARK RELEASE “MELODICA” ON ALL DAY I DREAM’S END OF SUMMER SAMPLER!

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.

Nichols+Roark socials:

https://soundcloud.com/nicholsandroark 

https://www.instagram.com/nicholsandroark/ 

HUGO CANTARRA AND WARUNG DELIVER "YOUR EYES" VIA INSOMNIAC'S INTERSTELLAR RECORDINGS

The visionary behind "Together We're Louder" educational initiative channels his melodic house mastery into a cross-continental collaboration that transforms beats into hope

When Hugo Cantarra envisions electronic music's potential, he sees beyond packed dancefloors to empty classrooms in need of hope. The French melodic house architect makes his debut to Insomniac's Interstellar Recordings with "Your Eyes," a collaboration with Boston, US based producers Warung that embodies his philosophy of transforming sonic artistry into social impact.

"Your Eyes" builds on Hugo Cantarra's belief that electronic music can be a catalyst for meaningful change. The Lisbon-based, French artist continues to push boundaries while maintaining the emotional depth and integrity that has earned him support from industry heavyweights including Adriatique, Camelphat, Blond:ish, Kevin De Vries, and Vintage Culture. The collaboration with Warung represents another step in Hugo's evolution as he explores new sonic territories while staying true to his melodic foundation.

Hugo Cantarra’s humanitarian work via his foundation Together We’re Louder has funneled his 138 million streams (and counting) into funding educational centers across developing nations, exemplifying how chart-topping success on Beatport can actually translate into real-world change. His recent output includes collaborations across prestigious labels including Armada, Anjunadeep, Ultra, and PIAS, with official remixes for Eli & Fur, Gorgon City, Technotronic, and Danny Howard cementing his reputation as one of dance music's most sought-after artists.

Beyond the studio, Hugo has performed at major festivals and venues across 30+ countries, sharing stages with legends like Carl Cox, David Guetta, Fatboy Slim, and Adam Beyer. His humanitarian work through "Together We're Louder" combines his passion for electronic music with education initiatives for disadvantaged children worldwide, demonstrating the power of dance music to create positive change.

"Your Eyes" marks Hugo's debut on Interstellar Recordings, Insomniac's premier imprint known for championing forward-thinking electronic music. His melodic sensibilities find perfect synergy with the label's forward-thinking ethos, seeing the track serve as both a sonic journey that’s aligned with his own personal values: that dance music's true power lies not in its ability to move crowds, but in its capacity to move the world toward greater compassion and opportunity. 

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