Milam makes his debut on Sabo’s Sol Selectas with an organic house release also including a remix by Akira Arasawa. Al Gaib includes two original tracks, both of which combine eloquent melodies and animated percussion. Milam is a Hong Kong based artist, and he makes use of Middle Eastern chords to create emotive tracks that have cinematic suspense. Sol Selectas is an organic house institution which has released music by some of the genre’s most respected producers, and Milam is the latest artist to join the ranks of the record label. Talking about this release, Milam stated, "I wanted to make very deep and emotional tracks contrary to what is popular these days." A remix from Japanese artist Akira Arasawa also joins the two original tracks. He transforms the opening track into an indie dance version that focuses on synths. “Mt Fuji Is a Pyramid” opens the release with its squelching acid bass forming a foundation for gliding pads and synthesised vocals. At the

Raffo joins the ranks of Polyptych Noir with a magnificent three-track melodic techno EP. An emerging force within the melodic scene, Raffo is a Zurich-based DJ and producer whose style combines powerful percussion with rapturous synths. This three-track EP is Raffo’s debut release on Polyptych Noir, adding to a catalogue that also includes music on Natura Viva Black and Phobiq. He is a masterful producer whose dancefloor-oriented style would fit nicely within the DJ sets of people like Tale Of Us and Miss Monique. The opening track, “Breathe Of Life”, builds tension as gliding pads fade in, while a rolling bassline underpins its framework of flowing percussion.  Its defining feature is the haunting male vocal that fills the track with tantalising emotion. Next up, “In You” has fluttering bass tones and soaring pads intertwined with whispering vocals. It’s an understated track with a chic vibe and masterful sound design. Closing proceedings is the title

Sandi Basagic debuts on the Bar Melodia record label with a cinematic progressive house single, “Imperium Animae”. Hailing from Ljubljana in Slovenia, Sandi Basagic is a dynamic DJ and producer whose sound covers the full range of melodic genres. Whether he is making majestic organic house or epic melodic techno; his music always has captivating melodies and gripping percussion. Bar Melodia is an active label with weekly new releases, and the imprint is a perfect fit for Sandi Basagic, as it shares his eclectic range of melodic styles. Other record labels that have featured music by Sandi Basagic, include DataTech, Creatus Flow, Flug Lab and Addictive Sounds. The extended mix of “Imperium Animae” has a deep bassline and tight kick drum laying a foundation for congas and fizzing hi-hats, while dramatic chord stabs add to an arpeggio melody and middle-eastern strings. Its cinematic breakdown sounds like it could have been used in the Dune soundtrack, and its invigorati

Adam Alydrus enters the world of electronic music with a downtempo album that’s full of vibrant musicianship. The Bridge is a 9-track release on Sol Selectas, and it’s a mystical album with melodic pads and nomadic grooves. At the heart of the album is an instrument called an “Indulung,” that has been invented by Adam Alydrus. It looks like a small guitar, and has a unique sound combining elements of other instruments such as the Moroccan gembri, tar, saz, harp, melodica, and sape. The album is less dance floor focused than some of the Sol Selectas catalogue, but there are still tracks that DJs will find appealing. For example, “Land of the Roses” has a joyous vibe with flamboyant breakdown sections where Adam Alydrus’ musicianship is on full display. “Way to the East” has upbeat melodies layered over a strong kick and sturdy drums, and “Sipamandar” has a deep tension within the pads of its progressive flow. Some of the tracks are much slower, and

Anna Maria X presents the second release on her record label, Bellalou Records, and “Nothing To Hide” is a tantalising progressive house single from the head honcho herself. After bursting onto the scene in 2011 with a release on the mighty Bedrock Records, Anna Maria X has continued to captivate dancefloors as both a DJ and producer. Hailing from Athens in Greece, her music connects uplifting energy and compelling melodies, with sturdy percussion helping bring those melodies to life with intricate precision. She is also a vocalist and songwriter whose voice is often at the heart of her own tracks, alongside collaborations with others such as Stelios Vassiloudis, Stevie R and Roni Iron. “Nothing To Hide” is the solo track on this release, and it’s got a spellbinding spoken word vocal, underpinned by a throbbing bassline. Its rising arpeggio melody intertwines with swelling pads, while vigorous drums hold the groove steady. It’s a slick track with a ch

TarDo is back on TuneCore with another scintillating melodic techno single, "Rhythm in Motion" Continuing to impress with his blend of powerful melody and invigorating energy, TarDo is definitely one to watch in 2026. Hailing from Ukraine, this is TarDo’s third official downloadable release, adding to an impressive catalogue of streaming tracks available via platforms such as Spotify. "Rhythm in Motion” is an expansive production with a profound spoken word vocal giving it a standout sound that will captivate and unify a dancefloor. In the words of the artist: “"Rhythm in Motion" explores the idea of rhythm as a living force - constantly shifting, pushing forward, never standing still. A hypnotic journey where groove becomes movement and motion becomes emotion”. In previous posts, we have made reference to TarDo having an awe-inspiring sound similar to the likes of Innellea or Colyn, with a style that seamlessly blends intricacy and power. After a short perc

Clif Jack is back on his record label, MJA the Vision, with his new two-track techno EP that combines hammering drums and intoxicating synths. 2025 was another big year for Clif Jack, who made his debut on labels including Dubfire's SCI+TEC and Sam Paganini's JAM. He also teamed up with Mauro Picotto to remix his track Komodo for a Claxixx release on Armada Music. This is Clif Jack's first release of 2026, and it's another statement offering from the Italian artist who shows no signs of slowing down. Playing regular shows across Europe and releasing music on many of techno's most prestigious record labels, 2026 looks set to be another big year for Clif Jack. MJA the Vision is a record label and events series run by Clif Jack, and in addition to his own music, the imprint is also an outlet for like-minded artists such as Luca Morris, AM.I, Vikthor, and Ilona Maras. The title track, "Konnekting Your Mynd" opens the release with acid stabs and the ominous tones of the namesa

Alex Galvan is back on his record label, Satélite Records, to drop a deep and stripped-back release made in collaboration with BÂBEL. Hailing from Mexico, Alex Galvan's style is a fusion of organic sounds and trippy atmosphere, and this is his second time working with BÂBEL after the pair recently teamed up to release a track via Sounds of Khemit. Satélite Records is an imprint that Alex Galvan launched in 2020, and it's been a main outlet for his music, but he has also featured tracks and remixes on the likes of Dialtone Records, Shango Records, and WAYU Records. Alex Galvan has had numerous tracks chart in the Top 10 on Beatport, and he's also a respected DJ at the heart of the North American scene. BÂBEL is a Mexican duo consisting of De la Torre and Liturri. They are visionary artists whose performances are a hybrid mix of DJing and live instruments. BÂBEL is a relatively new alias, but they each have years of experience as solo artists. Their sound is a combinatio

Sol Selectas is a genre-defining organic house record label, and they start off the new year with a spectacular compilation that showcases the full spectrum of their sound. The label’s owner, Sabo is an influential producer and DJ who uses Sol Selectas as an extension of his own style, and Global Entry 7 features 11 diverse tracks. The compilation has an uplifting mood to help warm dance floors throughout the year’s cold winter months, and Sabo makes a conscious effort to source music from a wide range of countries. The music on this release has links to Argentina, Iran, Brazil, Russia, Dubai, Tunisia, France, Algeria, Mexico, India, South Africa, and Spain. There are a number of organic house tracks where Arabic influences help paint a sonic picture of desert landscapes and tropical oasis. Other tracks have more of an Afro influence with tribal drums and chanting vocals creating uplifting energy. The release also has deep tech and indie dance influences, adding to th

TarDo is a Ukrainian melodic techno artist who has built up a large fan base on streaming platforms such as Spotify, and now, he drops his new single “Last Chance”. He recently made his first release that was available for download through stores such as Beatport, and “Last Chance” is his second official release that’s available for purchase. Once again, TarDo showcases himself to have mastery of fusing epic atmosphere and invigorating percussion to create melodic grooves that are truly awe-inspiring. Similar to others such as Innellea and Colyn, TarDo expresses an impressive level of high-end production that gives his tracks a weighty low-end, while soaring pads create a majestic flow that’s perfect for igniting a dancefloor. TarDo’s music already averages thousands of plays on Spotify, and his releases available for purchase are now making waves amongst the world’s DJ elite. “Last Chance” opens with a growling bassline and sweeping pads filtering