artist spotlight

Interplanetary Criminal’s contribution to the sound of UK garage has not gone unnoticed since his big breakthrough over lockdown. The producer first emerged in the 2010s, releasing a string of bangers merging shuffling beats with rough-edged melodies on labels such as E-Beamz and Kalahari Oyster Cult.

Cologne based Kolter (fka DJOKO) continues to fire on all cylinders in the coming period, adding to his acclaimed back catalogue, and filling in his calendar with further exciting dates on a global scale. The evolving artist has found himself rising at an alarming rate, and there seems to be no signs of slowing down, showcasing his effortless versatility to create all strains of house whether that be energetic big room sounds, or deeper productions the blossoming producer has got you covered. Alongside all of this Kolter also manages to find the time to propel his revered HOOVE label into the electronic music stratosphere, pushing a slew of dynamite releases, and hosting events in their home city of Cologne.

Rising star Paige Tomlinson has secured her position as a serious one-to-watch, following a run of high profile shows across the UK and Europe over the last 18 months, and her first official releases as a producer.

Tech-House artist Enzo is Burning has been making a name for himself over the course of 2023 with his viral edits and distinctive brand of minimal Tech-House.

Sammy Virji, as both a DJ and a creator in his own right, had one of his mixes labelled by Red Bull as ‘feel-good garage anthems’ — a label that I feel best summarises the influence you can draw from listening to his music, and also summarising the refreshing nature of his unique sound as he continues to experiment with what will get crowds across live venues and festivals dancing.

'It's all House and Techno and I'm not interested in fads'. These words from Darius Syrossian not only define his style and sound, but also represent the principles by which he has successfully made his name as a DJ, producer, label boss and radio host on a global scale.

Rossi. is an exiting young producer, who is making a name for himself with his new fresh cut sounds.

UK DJ/Producer Luke Dean, influenced by underground greats, is rapidly evolving his sound with releases on top House music labels. With support from industry heavyweights, he's making a mark in London's club scene, collaborating with cousin Max for memorable performances, anticipating a breakout year in 12 months.

Max Dean's name has been ringing off the charts in the music industry, catapulting from a fresh-faced newcomer to a sought-after powerhouse in what feels like the blink of an eye. Since his first release, "Back To You," in 2021, the London-born artist has been releasing on some of the most renowned labels, playing on the most prestigious stages, and collaborating with big league names.

A surging name within global house music, UK-based DJ and producer Ben Sterling is beginning to showcase his talents as one of the scene's most in-demand rising names.

Over the last six years, Jackmaster, aka Glasgow’s Jack Revill, has established himself as one of the most admired and in demand DJs in the world, culminating in him being voted #2 in the Resident Advisor Top 100 DJ Poll in 2016.

Liverpool has always been known for its rich musical heritage, but in recent years, it’s house music that’s been ringing through the streets of this northern city. With house music royalty such as CamelPhat & Yousef flying the flag for so long, all eyes now fall on SOSA as Liverpool’s new rising star.

2023 saw a career-defining year for Ben Hemsley with over 100 sold out shows worldwide including his Connection Tour at 9 of the UK & Ireland’s top venues (with over 30,000 tickets sold!). 2023 also saw Ben embark on his very first Ibiza residency with eight back-to-back sold out dates here at Ibiza Rocks.

Having cemented herself as a true maven of the peak time banger via a series of high-energy features on the likes of Solardo’s Sola, Patrick Topping’s TRICK, Jax Jones Presents and Spinnin’ Records, a succession of sell-out club nights under her own outfit, plus upcoming shows at the likes of DC10 and Warehouse Project — it’s hard to look away from Dundee born-and-raised DJ and producer Hannah Laing’s unstoppable trajectory to the top. Rapturous new single ‘Climax’ on WUGD joins a slew of big room, blissed-out anthems spanning house, techno and everything in between — including her knockout 2019 bootleg of Sophie Ellis Bextor’s iconic 2001 hit ‘Murder On The Dancefloor’, a rework that earned Laing global acclaim and the notice of some of the biggest names in the business, including FISHER who dropped the track during most sets in 2019.