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Our next premiere of the day features Irish DJ and producer BALMR with his track “Paths Unknown” featuring on Sofa Movements Records. The track is as introspectively deep-house as one can imagine. Drawing clear experience from Detroit which makes for top-tier listening. Get dug into this! Raised on the seemingly ingrained House sound of Cork and its heavy influence by renowned and revered House heads Fish Go Deep and their Sweat Nights at the legendary Sir Henry’s Club it was an inevitable progression for BALMR to follow the path of producer and DJ. In his own words: ‘It was difficult to escape the sound of House Music growing up in Cork’. Over the past decade, BALMR’s released material on Nordic Trax, Kolour Detroit, Expanded Records and more, while hosting his own Down Right Deep Show on Deep House Radio. Here, presenting his new latest collection of works, ‘Paths Unknown’ sees BALMR captures moments in time and individual journeys to paths previously undiscovered. BALMR always had a personal love for th

This weeks entry to the Four Four Local Selection welcomes Soul Doubt. The Louth-based DJ, producer and live act has supplied us with a fierce recording of all things hard-techno, hard dance, hardstyle and more over the course of the recording with some edits and unreleased thrown in for good measure. Hailing from Louth, Soul Doubt is a 24-year-old DJ, producer and live act who has built a reputation for creating highly energetic techno and trance-styled tracks that typically include rattling acid basslines, thumping kickdrums and brutal percussion. Spanning years of production experience which has resulted in Soul Doubt receiving hundreds of thousands of plays on Soundcloud from a range of productions like 'Accelerator', 'Recollection' and even his flip of Example's 'Changed The Way You Kissed Me'. He has garnered a wide range of support from artists in the industry, most notably from Charlie Sparks. Soul Doubt has also earned himself some prestigious support slots from artists like I Hate Models, blk., C

Today’s premiere features Mezer The Architects’ latest release on POTOP. The Katowice-based label is home to Carti Summer Jam which combines elements of sun-kissed trance, rap and hints of euphoria resulting in his take on a modern-day party track. Hailing from Gdansk, Poland, Mezer The Architect is an accomplished DJ and music producer in the world of electro and ghetto tech. Boasting a residency with the Scottish dance music platform Project Radio. His productions have crept into a variety of sets all over the world and are a combination of booty bass, ghetto house, electro, breaks and hot g-funk native tracks which take inspiration from the West Coast. Recently he has taken a new direction by mixing elements of trance and ghetto in his productions. Initially beginning with uploading his music on Soundcloud, where he is known for his signature sound that combines a range of ghetto elements with vocal-lead samples, Mezer has released tracks alongside artists like Mell G, YTP, Club Cab, Raw Takes and 666uba

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We can confirm that jungle is alive and well among young Irish crews as our latest premiere from Dublin collective STINKAGE shows just that. Today we premiere 'Awareness', a liquid D&B trip by resident Cc0rm. The STINKAGE sound explores breakbeats over ambient soundscapes, bringing a mix of 90s intelligent D&B to meet modern breakcore and jungle. Associated with the skate crew Stink.Inc, their antics see them shoot videos, mix tracks, and release EPs under the STINKAGE guise, with plans to form a label in the near future. Inspired by their roots in skate culture, they are all about showcasing their community and the DIY approach that comes from that way of life. They currently host skate jams with live music and plan to run a night in the not too distant future. You can submit a mix via their Soundcloud for consideration ("sweaty mixes only" though!). 'Atmosphere' lays tribute to old skool sounds using a stripped back approach made up of cleverly chopped up vocals and breaks, a dark lead synth line that ju

We premiere 90’s soaked house from Belfast Martha Dark as she unveils her debut release, Promise, on theBasement Discos. The inaugural release calls on soulful Chicago energy as ‘Promise’ is steeped in gospel samples, anathematic piano chords, and funk-laced bass. We premiere a searing house music debut from Belfast artist Martha Dark challenges us to Promise to believe our instincts. Promise, the debut single by Irish artist Martha Dark, is a mesmerising ode to the classic era of Nineties-style Chicago house garnished with disco flavour. Martha Dark’s debut release is due to be released on the Valencia-based label, the Basement Discos – known for signing high-quality and niche underground house talent. Martha Dark’s ‘Promise’ perfectly encapsulates the label’s goal as it portrays the empowering message of gospel house. Promise commands your immediate attention with an instantly recognisable hook layered over a roaring funk-driven bassline that screams 90’s. The gospel influence is a merger between the sou

We’ve got new music from Dublin-based producer Hannah Worrall aka SPOOKLET. ‘AH SHIT’ is a left-field leaning piece of punk-soaked UK techno as the newcomer blurs the lines between glitchy electronica, grime, and hard-edged UK sounds. We welcome SPOOKLET to our Four Four Premiere series with a strong offering entitled ‘AH SHIT’. SPOOKLET was designed to delve into the depths of vulnerability, consume it, understand it, and grow old with it. She finds purpose in the amaranthine journey of self-discovery. AH SHIT encapsulates the fiery essence of SPOOKLET. In this track, she is faced with a whirlwind of emotions when she realises that her desire for someone is not reciprocated. SPOOKLET unleashes a smoldering slice of genre-bending left-field electronica as she tells a story of romantic frustration and the liberation of emancipation. Hard-edged and broken low-end punches play off a haunting droning bass and sinisterly overdriven vocals. Crawling and swelling effects & beeps roll through poignant strings for

We premiere music from Torino-based artist Ninja Exotic Machine as the duo debuts Early Reflex for their 14th release. We feature ‘Apple Brucho’ an intricate piece of deconstructed hard-drum heaven. The Italian experimental duo of Ninja Exotic Machine debuted on Early Reflex with their ‘Red Ant’ EP. The Pho Bho Records affiliates Matteo Confetti and Kakofonico showcase their deep love for off-kilter rhythms and cinematic style soundscapes on this one. ‘Red Ant’ was created in a slightly different mindset as the production process was based around the soundtrack for a visionary videogame. It blends various influences from riddim and dancehall which have been rearranged into a weirder and more unearthly manner through syncopated rhythms, stretched vocals, and deep basslines – bringing the definitive Ninja-Exotic-Machine-touch to this idiosyncratic project. We premiere Apple Brucho – a forward-facing take on tribal rhythms, fusing glitchy IDM crackles and swells with syncopated drum grooves. Low and punchy ki

We feature new music from London-based producer & Steppers Club founder @zeferuk as he delivers his debut LP with his ‘Before It Gets Too Late’ mixtape. We premiere ‘Games’, which sees Zefer team up with @tia-danielle-maria & Tidah for a soulful slice of UKG as the trio intertwine jazzy chords and R&B influences into a joyful celebration of the Steppers Club sound. London-based producer and Steppers Club founder Zefer releases his first LP with his ‘Before It Gets Too Late’ mixtape. The project boasts an all-star roster of 12 high-profile features, with Zefer recruiting a variety of rappers and soul singers (with 800,000 combined Spotify monthly users). Zefer arrives on the record fresh off the back of his hugely successful Shawty / No Future release on NewYork’s Nervous Records, with the A-Side track receiving extensive support on BBC Radio 1 & 1Xtra (Jeremiah Asiamah), Apple Music 1 (Joe Kay) and Soulection Radio. The Steppers Club founder has been in exceptional form in recent months, teaming up with No

We premiere new music from Slow Assembly as he debuts on Circuit Grooves. We feature 'Sunrise Acid', a lush entry into the world of rich 303 lines, snappy breaks, and heavenly pads. Slow Assembly's debut on Circuit Grooves is a break from his previous work as Future Self and a definite move away from the refined sounds of Self Control. Instead, the grimy appeal of the underground is celebrated in this double A-side album. It's an investigation of more raw and unprocessed soundscapes, a tribute to the producer's transformational potential to disrupt the current quo. If this album teaches us anything, it's that Slow Assembly is an artist that isn't hesitant to explore the raw and undomesticated realms of sound. With "Slow Burn / Sunrise Acid", released under the fledgling banner of Circuit Grooves this coming July, the team is showcasing an artist pushing into new territory. In a scene where self-identity and sonic exploration often tango precariously, Slow Assembly marks an exploration of a new and distinct

We premiere new music from Amsterdam-based techno acts Argie as he features on JFNS. We feature a groove-laced piece of minimalistic techno that growls from the belly up as Argie keeps things locked, rolling, and icy. Electronic Pulse is a distinctive new EP that includes a range of emotions and auditory landscapes of modern techno. It showcases various artists’ ability to marry hypnotic rhythms with intricate soundscapes. Each track, from Serti’s entrancing “The Minimalist” to Dani Duran’s loop-filled “Drop that Beat,” contributes to a pulsating journey into the heart of electronic music. We premiere music from Argie – an Amsterdam-based producer fueled by his love and passion for electronic music. He has released his productions on a variety of labels, including Sensum Digital, Black line Recordings, SUBEQ Music, and more. Argie’s passion for sound engineering goes hand in hand with his love for live sets and the experimentation of live jamming. With many years of experience testing hardware and software

This week's entry to the Local Selection welcomes Speedy P to the series as he embarks on a sensual listening journey for the guts of an hour. You can expect fluid mixing from start to finish with a range of bassline and IDM fused together, resulting in a pristine listening experience. Next up on the Four Four Local Selection is Speedy P. The Midnight Disco resident possesses knowledge beyond his years when it comes to DJing. Some might say that this is down to his sleek mixing style and his keen ear for unearthing copious amounts of killer records and they might be right. This mix holds no bars, leaving everything to the listener as Speedy P transcends through an array of genres which reflect various emotions with ease. Possessing an arsenal of highly energetic cuts as well as a collection of sombre and introspective tracks in-between is delightful listening. Given Speedy P's killer repertoire as a DJ, this has lead him to support numerous artists across the dance music industry such as Nikki Nair, Alan Fi

We’ve got new music from avante-garde South African producer Da Capo who releases his ‘Bakone’ EP on Friday. We premiere the title track, which pays homage to his roots, infusing afrobeat traditions with house music power to create a carefully crafted piece of funk focussed club music. We feature music from Da Capo – a trailblazing name in the afro-house music genre, hailing from Seshego, Limpopo South Africa, who has built up a solid repertoire across dancefloors across the globe through his production prowess. The multi-award-winning DJ and producer continually pushes the boundaries of the genre with his distinctive and captivating sense of groove, mesmerizing melodies, and ability to breathe new life into songs through his remixes, which have garnered him many accolades. We premiere “Bakone,” which means “People from the North” in Sepedi (Northern Sotho), Da Capo’s latest work pays homage to his roots. This highly anticipated EP serves as a preview to his upcoming full album, which is set to be released

We’ve got some ethereal techno coming direct from France to kick-start the week. Purple Records present their debut VA and we have the pleasure of hosting a premiere for Corsen who sprinkles breakbeats across deviating arpeggios and euphoric string sections for a heavenly piece of ecstasy-laced techno. The debut release from French imprint PURPLE RECORDS lands later this week. The first offering is a VA entitled Auralite 23 and it showcases the label’s vision of portraying positive vibrations in harmony with body and mind through music. The label strives for authenticity and hopes that listeners and contributors will feel that from the moment it’s created to the moment it’s listened to, it becomes that outlet so sought-after by dancers. Music breaks down boundaries, creates encounters, and amplifies our emotions and thoughts: Auralite 23 is first and foremost a journey that we give ourselves, but that we need to share with others. Communicate, explore, and let yourself go! We premiere music from Brest-base

Dploya aka Conor Neacy is a DJ/promoter based in Dublin. He is the founder of LOST, a collective responsible for bringing over artists DJ Heartstring, Narciss, jamesjamesjames, Sara Landry among others to the capital. A promoter at heart, he has also DJ'ed for over 5 years and has recently enjoyed festival slots at Life and Forbidden Fruit this year. This week's entry to the Four Four Local Selection is a trailblazing entry for listeners who possess firm ideation of all things Eurodance, hard trance and energy-filled vocal-driven compositions from start to finish. Dpolya's dedication to dance music and the wider music industry in general has lead him to grace the ears of dancers across venues like Cellar, Here & Now, Bow Lane Social Club, and The Soundhouse during his time as a DJ while also accumulating festival slots at Life and Forbidden Fruit this summer. Being one of the founders of LOST, who are one of Dublin's finest dance music collectives which are responsible for bringing some of the freshest soun

We premiere new music from Kildare-based producer Porridge as he releases his new track ‘A Glitch In The System’. The young producer serves a dark and misty electro track that’s heavily inspired by sc-fi. Hailing from Kildare Porridge has been producing music for just under a decade, skimming through various electronic genres, but always finding comfort within the darker spectrums of electronic sounds, from darkwave, IDM, electro, and more. A Glitch In The System is a dystopian techno/house-style track. Pulling from dark themes and melodies inspired by Sci -Fi & Cyberpunk, reflects the complicated digital world that swallows us every day. Drawing from influences like Jon Hopkins, Deadmau5, and Rezz, Porridge blends a unique mix of industrial electro and house. Porridge certainly offers something fresh and exciting to the Irish electronic scene. With a full-length album and several remixes from Irish acts like Zapho, Dead Label, Jack Rua, Viscose & Restive Nation. Porridge certainly cemented himself as a p

We premiere a mind-bending minimal groove from Wyro as he features on his Engineer imprint. We feature the lead track from his Focus LP as Wyro tunnels down the rabbit-hole, showcasing grainy atmospheres and hypnotic sequences. Wyro‘s new collaborative 11-track LP, Focus, released via his own Engineer imprint see’s the seasoned artist stay true to his artistic vision, as he battles it out in the studio producing intricate hardware sounds to create an eccentric house LP. Some tracks smother house beats in warm synths while others take a more minimal turn, cutting through with skittish and unpredictable churning modular growls. Eleven moments of stunning, carefully considered electronic grooves made with one of minimal houses most exciting talents. We premiere the lead track, Focus, a chunky roller that leans heavily on crinkled sound design and zapping synths. Wyro sprinkles in some moody atmospheres in the shape of a stirring string section and descending sound affects that crash in like a laser beam over

We’ve got some glossy house music direct from Chicago as SaraProblem & Khadeeja Grace team up to pay respects to the roots of Chicago house. A rolling groove that takes elements of classic house sounds and intertwines them with progressive & deep soundscapes. SaraProblem pays homage to house music culture on her new collaboration with Khadeeja Grace. Inspired by memories of the dancefloor, this new single tells tales of a dancer and the importance of dancing spaces. The single is in honour of Chicago’s living and breathing dance music scene, as the pair conjure a rhythm that can be categorised by the musical roots of their hometown. “Love This House is not a claim to be House Music, but more of a love letter to one of the birthplaces of my favorite sound. I wanted to document the importance of this sound and the visuals that came along with it in a way the stepped outside of what I love to dance to most. Filmed in front of the legendary Warehouse, (which recently received its Chicago landmark status) Love T

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We’ve new disco-infused house music coming from rising Dublin-based producer Rory Reid. The young producer showcases a 90’s inspired house groove that leans on French funk traditions. In recent months Rory Reid has emergerd as a force to be reckoned with in Dublin’s dance music scene. cranking out high-quality self-released grooves. Finding inspiration from all over the electronic spectrum, the rising star has no qualms about producing music that differs from previous releases and instead relishes letting his thoughts out into the public. The young producer has been collecting little nuggets of inspiration and putting his own distinctive mark on numerous releases, that weave through house, techno, garage, trance, breaks, and more. Reid has clearly been influenced by certain current electronic music heavyweights, with elements of Four Tet, Mall Grab, DJ Heartstring, and others permeating his work so far. We premiere ‘Baby’ a super groovy filter ode to the French filter-house scene as Riory excellently sampl