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We're delighted to premiere the brand new track "BOMBER' from Plus One as he returns to Ar Ais Arís records following the spectacularly received ‘Bonk’ last April for the West of Ireland label and club night. This time, Plus One delivers a full five-track EP and the London-based Dubliner takes the opportunity to flex some bass heavy styles. The EP opens with saucy summer garage, delivered over quivering bass and a killer vocal hook. Elsewhere, the intensity (and BPM) gets dialled up a notch on more energetic bangers like ‘I Can Live’ and ‘Sweaty’. The EP concludes with dark, dembow riddim ‘Zero Chance’, laden with bass and detail - a firm AAA favourite. Ar Ais Arís Vol 2 is out this Friday and you can find the the purchase link here: https://mattfinneganplusone.bandcamp.com/album/ar-ais-ar-s-vol-2-plus-one PLUS ONE ------------------------- SC: @plus-one1 IG: www.instagram.com/__plus__one__ Ar Ais Ar​í​s ------------- SC: @ar-ais-aris IG: www.instagram.com/araisarisx Four Four Magazine 
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Emerging Belgian DJ/producer STEYA shares her debut EP on IMF, becoming just the ninth artist to release a full body of work on Marcel Fengler’s influential label. Her debut EP crystalises 20 years of devotion to techno, presenting a broad palette of sonic influences formed since her early days as a raver in Antwerp. At the same time, it continues the label’s philosophy of pairing a next generation artist with respected heads of the genre, with long-time Swedish producer Hertz and STEYA’s hero Rolando featuring on her ‘Dopamine EP’. Growing up in Belgium where the ‘Knights of the Jaguar’ was a staple childhood anthem, it was “one of her biggest wishes to have him (Rolando) as a remixer”. An EP borne through two years of dedicated studio time, ‘Dopamine EP’ kicks off with the electric title track, a gritty tribal outing marked by dynamic shifts in tempo throughout. ‘Fast Life’ is a slick bass-led cut with plenty of bottom-end kick before a punchy synth melody gets added to the brew. Swedish producer Hertz –

Chris Flannigan is part of the upcoming wave of contemporary DJs and producers focused on fast yet groove-driven productions which predominantly pay homage to the golden era of techno. Influenced by this sound, accompanied by tribal and loop-centred elements that can be heard in his output Chris has gained a significant degree of notoriety amongst his peers releasing alongside the likes of Chlär, Alarico and D.A.V.E The Drummer. His productions have built a steady rapport globally with his music being played in America, Australia and across Europe while even gaining playtime within the confines of Berghain in Berlin. Currently based in Belfast, Ireland, Chris has performed various headline shows across Ireland and the UK, where he has supported industry heavyweight Daria Kosolova. Not to mention making his American debut in New York earlier this year. This is a result of his dedication to production where recent label releases include Disintegrated, PHTM, Laburnum Records and Orbital Oscillation with an ecle

Spirals" by KISST is an entrancing journey through the realm of electronic music, drawing inspiration from the eclectic sounds of Bicep, Floating Points, and Four Tet. The track weaves a tapestry of ethereal and melodic synths, intricate percussion, and deep, pulsing basslines, creating a soundscape that is both hypnotic and dynamic. Atmospheric textures build and evolve, leading the listener through a maze of evolving rhythms and captivating harmonies. "Spirals" showcases KISST's ability to blend emotive, immersive sound design with infectious and powerful grooves making it a standout piece for both introspective listening and energetic dance floors. KISST ------------------------- SC: @user-973176349-280619260 IG: @www.instagram.com/afx.ste_ IG: www.instagram.com/theshedresidents Four Four Magazine 
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Earwiggle welcomes a debut on the label from Brian Gibbs, aka GUNJACK!!! A string of dynamite early releases on Birmingham's Sheep Records and his own Deafmosaic imprint, set this LA producer out from the crowd in the early to mid-'00s, quickly amassing a long list of in-your-face EPs across a range of scene-leading labels. His dark, percussive techno stylings coupled with a larger-than-life character made him one of the community's most colourful personalities, who we've always greatly appreciated. Renewing his deep connection with techno in recent times and following on from a run of high-pressure dub techno offerings via his new label and collective Dubwars, Gunjack supplies us with four crunching club tracks in "Purple Room Trax Volume 1". Here he employs spiralling FM leads on the a-side with “Arson ‘78” and “Plastic Horns” while alternating between the suspenseful sirens of “Stormbells” and swarming, looped up the power of “Liquid Crystals” on the flip. Unlike many one-take live techno recordings, Gunja

The 242nd Local Selection Mix comes from Foxgluv boss JWY, who delivers a steamrolling hour of UK garage, two-step, speed-garage, and dubstep-kissed highfliers. The next edition of the Local Selection Mix comes from Jowy, a Dublin-based DJ with origins in Ghana, India, and Surinam who was born in Amsterdam. The rising DJ’s introduction into the Dublin scene was through community-based workshops, which she has been running herself as her career advances. Her path began with the Dublin crew Skin&Blister, where she honed her skills. In recent times the magnetic sector has shared the stage with industry stalwarts Bakey, Conducta, Jeff Mills, Sammy Virji, Amor Satyr, and others. During this time JWY also founded her collective She is the founder of Foxgluv, which is a platform with the aim to create a space for all, but specifically created to highlight female, non-binary, and trans creatives with a diverse range of genres and backgrounds. JWY’s Local Selection Mix follows her appearances at Beyond The Pale and

City Imp Records proudly presents the 'Back of the Bus' EP from OZWALD: Over three years in the making. Dublin BASS'd God OZWALD takes on Jersey Club, Juke and Jungle, reconfiguring them with his maverick style for our green shores. He partners up with the USHMUSH, the real Ennis town Addy, to face some old foes along the way. This is Irish Club Music in peak form, delivered by its most distinguished and BASS-addled purveyors. The team host an exclusive launch party in Wigwam Basement on June 28th. EP Artwork and launch party poster by DJ EGG. Ozwald --------------------------- SC: https://soundcloud.com/ozwalddublin Four Four Magazine 
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The Local Selection Mix returns with Calum Connell, a rising techno artist from Newry. The youngster takes you on a high-speed journey through old and new hardgroove sounds, layered with bruising broken rhythms and EBM influences. Calum Connell is one of the many exciting new techno artists arising from Northern Ireland, his eclectic approach has caught the eye of multiple promoters, earning him slots alongside Dom Dolla, Mark Blair, Yasmin Gardezi, Imnotyourmate, Hannah Laing, and Franck. Connell has recently focused on vintage sounds, heavily influenced by the trance and techno eras of the late 1990s and early 2000s. Calum’s sets are focussed on blending the old and the new, with a particular emphasis on creating unique and euphoric moments while maintaining an infectious groove. Calum’s Local Selection Mix is a pulsating, high-energy journey that blends dynamic drums, funk-laced grooves, and intricate percussion accents to produce a timeless rhythm that calls for movement. Calum’s hands-on and aggressiv

The long-awaited summer is finally here! And to celebrate it in style, we're proud and happy to present our fifth Summer Hits compilation, featuring 22 sunny bangers by temperature rise specialists. This compilation is here to keep you company over the coming months, whether you're in the sun, the storm, on holiday or at work. On the board: hits, techno, edits and groove. Get ready to dance and enjoy all summer long! Whether you're at a beach party, a rooftop gathering, or just relaxing with friends, these tracks are designed to keep the energy high and the good vibes flowing. Elevate your summer experience with the ultimate soundtrack to your sunny adventures. Release Name: RAW Summer Hits 5 Artist: Various Label: RAW Catalog: RAWSH5 Release Date: 19/06/2024 Format: Digital Mastering: Charles Accarisi Artwork: FEMUR, Guerand Retout Dylan Fogarty --------------------------- SC: @dylan-fogarty-994382354 IG: www.instagram.com/dylanfogarty8/ Four Four Magazine 
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We premiere Irish artist Sonia's most recent release, 'St Brigids Afterparty'. The Irish favourite serves up a club heater, bridging the gap between techno, hardhouse, and trance, as he unleashes 'St Brigids Afterparty' as a free download, perfectly capturing the old-school Armada Sound, seemingly referencing Klubbheads, DJ Tim, Southside Spinners, and other 00's luminaries who helped push this bouncing sound that appears to be seeing a resurgence in the contemporary club landscape. Sonia combines jackin' swung percussion with rolling bass, catchy hooks, trancey leads, and jerking chord stabs over pulverising low-end to create an instant club weapon. SONIA --------------- SC: @djsoniaosullivan IG: www.instagram.com/ssonia666/ FB: www.facebook.com/DJSONIAOSULLIVAN/ Four Four Magazine --------------------------- FB: www.facebook.com/FOURFOURDANCE/ IG: www.instagram.com/fourfourmagazine/ Web: www.fourfourmag.com/

From the heart of Glasgow to the world's most iconic stages, La La has solidified her position as a luminary in the electronic dance music scene. On 31st May, she proudly releases the full ‘Give Yourself a Try: The Remixes, a collection that not only reimagines her debut mixtape but also showcases the strength and unity of the dance music community she has cultivated over the years. The release comes via her own imprint Brand New Records to empower Scottish artists, which La La founded alongside sister-label Sound As – an outlet for releases coming from beyond Scotland. Pleasure Corp (Dufraine and Shawn Cartier) conclude with an acid trip layered with staccato synths and a bass-heavy, electro-infused assault. Pleasure Corp ---------- SC: https://soundcloud.com/pleasure-corp IG: https://www.instagram.com/pleasurecorp_/ Four Four Magazine --------------------------- FB: www.facebook.com/FOURFOURDANCE/ IG: www.instagram.com/fourfourmagazine/ Web: www.fourfourmag.com/

Snakebite 616, one of Ireland's most revered producers, provided yet another masterclass with some trance-fueled, driving techno. The Berlin-based DJ and producer experiments with euphoric mayhem while maintaining raw and honest techno force. Snakebite 616 ------------------------- SC: @nathan-jones-1 IG: www.instagram.com/snakebite_616 www.facebook.com/nathanjones.djproducer Four Four Magazine 
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Dublin-based DJ and producer, Collie, steps in to remix Breeder, delivering a deep and pulsating progressive groove. The track is an introspective dancefloor cut with house and trance influences, resulting in a vintage-style hypnotically leaning anthem. Collie. SC: @collie1996 IG: www.instagram.com/colliemckenna_ Four Four Magazine --------------------------- FB: www.facebook.com/FOURFOURDANCE/ IG: www.instagram.com/fourfourmagazine/ Web: www.fourfourmag.com/

Bacopa is a soothing yet introspective journey throughout the recording. Accompanied by breathtaking breakbeats and dreamy synthwork and vocals. LPM ---------- SC: @lpmmusic IG: www.instagram.com/lpm_music_ Four Four Magazine --------------------------- FB: www.facebook.com/FOURFOURDANCE/ IG: www.instagram.com/fourfourmagazine/ Web: www.fourfourmag.com/

We’re pleased to offer Irish favourite Kaycee’s debut single, ‘No Escape’, as a free download. The Dubliner’s inaugural release is a tribute to the 90s, blurring the borders between house, techno, trance, and the distinctive UK rave-inspired sound she has become synonymous with. Kasey Keating, better known as Kaycee, has been a vital element of the Irish dance music scene during the previous half-decade. The multi-genre selector’s extensive knowledge of dance music has resulted in a productive run of performances since her debut on the scene. The sounds of the 1990s heavily influence Kaycee’s ever-changing record collection. Still, with her keen ear for fresh and innovative cuts, Kaycee’s ever-changing record collection boasts a maturity far beyond her years. Kaycee’s ability to filter across genres and reluctance to adapt to a single sound has allowed her to fit in at many clubs and parties, earning a reputation as a chameleon-style selector. With sets ranging from progressive house and disco to pounding t

CUPRA takes over our Local Selection Mix Series with the five finalists from their ‘On The Pulse’ DJ Competition, which is aimed to assist in developing the next generation of Irish talent. Rising artists Aldar Agd, Brawni, Charlois, Cian Bolger, and RJ THE DJ join our mix series with their dynamic mix submissions. CUPRA‘s On The Pulse DJ competition has reached its final stages, and five finalists have emerged from a mountain of high-quality local DJ mixes from entirely emerging artists, highlighting the incredible amount of talent developing from the Emerald Isle. With a big bank of mixes to filter through, our industry-chosen judging panel had a difficult and strenuous task, but ultimately 5 finalists emerged and submitted their mixes to the Local Selection Mix. With releases on community label Cloudcore and support from UK mystery duo Two Shell, Brawni has established himself as one of the most exciting and forward-thinking electronic music composers in Ireland and beyond. Brawni, who frequently incorpo

CUPRA takes over our Local Selection Mix Series with the five finalists from their ‘On The Pulse’ DJ Competition, which is aimed to assist in developing the next generation of Irish talent. Rising artists Aldar Agd, Brawni, Charlois, Cian Bolger, and RJ THE DJ join our mix series with their dynamic mix submissions. CUPRA‘s On The Pulse DJ competition has reached its final stages, and five finalists have emerged from a mountain of high-quality local DJ mixes from entirely emerging artists, highlighting the incredible amount of talent developing from the Emerald Isle. With a big bank of mixes to filter through, our industry-chosen judging panel had a difficult and strenuous task, but ultimately 5 finalists emerged and submitted their mixes to the Local Selection Mix. Dublin-based DJ Charlois is known for her high-octane performances that blend techno, trance, and hard groove while constantly exploring new sounds. Recent performances at Index, Tengu, and Wigwam highlight her growing presence in Dublin’s club s

CUPRA takes over our Local Selection Mix Series with the five finalists from their ‘On The Pulse’ DJ Competition, which is aimed to assist in developing the next generation of Irish talent. Rising artists Aldar Agd, Brawni, Charlois, Cian Bolger, and RJ THE DJ join our mix series with their dynamic mix submissions. CUPRA‘s On The Pulse DJ competition has reached its final stages, and five finalists have emerged from a mountain of high-quality local DJ mixes from entirely emerging artists, highlighting the incredible amount of talent developing from the Emerald Isle. With a big bank of mixes to filter through, our industry-chosen judging panel had a difficult and strenuous task, but ultimately 5 finalists emerged and submitted their mixes to the Local Selection Mix. Chameleon style selector RJ THE DJ seamlessly blends genres, resulting in a sonic journey that defies boundaries. She began her journey behind the decks 8 years ago, motivated by an insatiable love of music, and has since been on an unending ques

CUPRA takes over our Local Selection Mix Series with the five finalists from their ‘On The Pulse’ DJ Competition, which is aimed to assist in developing the next generation of Irish talent. Rising artists Aldar Agd, Brawni, Charlois, Cian Bolger, and RJ THE DJ join our mix series with their dynamic mix submissions. CUPRA‘s On The Pulse DJ competition has reached its final stages, and five finalists have emerged from a mountain of high-quality local DJ mixes from entirely emerging artists, highlighting the incredible amount of talent developing from the Emerald Isle. With a big bank of mixes to filter through, our industry-chosen judging panel had a difficult and strenuous task, but ultimately 5 finalists emerged and submitted their mixes to the Local Selection Mix. DJ, Photographer, and Director Cian Bolger’s sets are genre-defying, with a distinct feel for heavy bass, tasteful rhythm, and hip-hop influences. Cian’s style is a mix of modern-day club music from the local Irish scene that keeps the dance floo

CUPRA takes over our Local Selection Mix Series with the five finalists from their ‘On The Pulse’ DJ Competition, which is aimed to assist in developing the next generation of Irish talent. Rising artists Aldar Agd, Brawni, Charlois, Cian Bolger, and RJ THE DJ join our mix series with their dynamic mix submissions. CUPRA‘s On The Pulse DJ competition has reached its final stages, and five finalists have emerged from a mountain of high-quality local DJ mixes from entirely emerging artists, highlighting the incredible amount of talent developing from the Emerald Isle. With a big bank of mixes to filter through, our industry-chosen judging panel had a difficult and strenuous task, but ultimately 5 finalists emerged and submitted their mixes to the Local Selection Mix. Originally from the north of Mongolia, in the city of youth, Darkhan. A well-known digger in Dublin’s nightlife scene and a rising local, his selections range from psychedelic techno to cyber electro to mystical yet transcending deep techno. The