Illyus Barrientos alongside fresh talent Aden Rémei, kick start the year with a certified club weapon.

‘Deep Down’ is a first-class production, guaranteed to set dancefloors a blaze with its raw undiluted energy. Known for his consistency in producing stand out House, hosting Toolroom Radio, and supplying Toolroom with genuine moments like ‘So Serious’, ‘D.A.N.C.E.’, ‘Shout’, and ‘Promise’, Illyus Barrientos return to form with ‘Deep Down’ combining authentic House vocals with trademark hypnotic and infectious grooves.

Pretty Pink kicks off 2025 with another thunderbolt moment in her career: Spotify has named her collaborative single with Einmusik, ‘Midnight’, as the Number 1 track in this year’s Electronic Rising Picks – a spotlight reserved for artists set to shape the global electronic landscape.

For an artist whose journey has been defined by a relentless creative pulse, global touring, and a polished signature sound blending Melodic House and Deep House sensibilities, this recognition feels like both a culmination and a launchpad. Pretty Pink has spent the last years carving out a space uniquely her own, fueled by her athletic discipline, love for endurance sports, and a deep connection to storytelling through music. Her productions radiate emotional clarity, driving momentum, and a refined melodic language that continues to resonate on dancefloors worldwide.

‘Midnight’ captures exactly that energy. Co-crafted with Berlin icon Einmusik, the track drifts between luminous synth work, nocturnal tension, and a surging groove built for peak-time sets. It’s a cut that feels intimate and expansive at once – a sonic snapshot of Pretty Pink’s evolving artistic compass.

Speaking on the honor, Pretty Pink tells:

This recognition means so much to me. ‘Midnight’ reflects a chapter full of inspiration, movement, and change. Working with Einmusik brought a special energy into the studio and I’m grateful that listeners around the world feel that connection too.

With a massive year ahead – including her continued push on the international touring circuit, fresh studio material in the pipeline, and growing momentum around her artistic vision – Pretty Pink’s ascent looks far from slowing down. If Electronic Rising is meant to forecast the next wave of leaders in dance music, her place at the top feels nothing short of prophetic.

Marking his return after a year, and delivering his most personal work to date

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London-based producer Bailey Ibbs returns after a year with announcing ‘Notice The Silence’, his fourth EP on his own imprint Night Service, out Friday 19th December. Marking a clear evolution in sound and intention, the release sees Bailey step away from the purely club-driven intensity he’s become known for, instead embracing a more introspective, emotion-led approach built on tension and sincere self-expression.

Long regarded as a key figure in the new wave of contemporary techno, Bailey Ibbs has spent recent years shaping a distinct sonic identity that seamlessly blends techno, breaks and rave-rooted energy. Since emerging in 2022 with his Volta EP, which drew early support from DVS1, Ben Klock and Marrøn, he has gone on to release on influential platforms including KiNK, Token, HATE and SLAM, while continuing to develop Night Service as both a label and curatorial platform.

With Notice The Silence, however, Bailey deliberately turns inward. The EP captures moments of stillness and reflection, channelled through a more spacious, emotive framework that prioritises feeling over function. Rather than chasing peak-time immediacy, the project invites listeners into a slower, more contemplative space; one that embraces fragility, clarity and the weight of quiet moments.

“It’s me exploring new spaces I hadn’t given myself permission to explore before,” Ibbs explains. “Letting the tension breathe, letting the emotion lead. It feels like the most genuine representation of where I’m at creatively.”

The release arrives during a pivotal moment for the London-based artist. In 2024, Bailey was announced as a resident at Berlin’s iconic Tresor, further cementing his position within the global techno landscape. Alongside this, he continues to expand his reach beyond the club through his Rinse FM residency, where longer-form, narrative-led sets allow for deeper musical exploration, and through performances at forward-thinking spaces such as SECTION HQ.

With Night Service continuing to evolve as a platform for boundary-pushing club music, Notice The Silence stands as Bailey Ibbs’ most sincere statement yet: a release defined not by volume, but by intention.

Tracklist:
1) Notice The Silence
2) Message For Creatives
3) Flow State
4) Absolved Of Sin
5) Pulse Of Life

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The week long series of events feature the likes of Jamie Jones, Black Coffee, Mochakk, ARTBAT, CamelPhat, Carlita, LP Giobbi, Vintage Culture and more…

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During Carnival, Rio de Janeiro has always been a global magnet. In 2026, BOMA turns that gravitational force into a new epicenter for electronic music culture.

The Brazilian cultural platform announces its most ambitious Carnival program to date, returning to Rio de Janeiro with six nights of curated experiences at the Museu do Amanhã — the most visited museum in Latin America and one of the most iconic architectural landmarks in the world.

Designed by Santiago Calatrava and set against Guanabara Bay, the museum once again becomes more than a venue. It becomes a symbol: a meeting point between Brazil’s ancestral celebration of freedom and the future-facing language of global electronic music.

Born from the desire to create the experience its founders wanted to live, BOMA — Born Of Music Addiction — has evolved from a party into a cultural platform operating at the intersection of sound, art, fashion and contemporary behavior. Its approach goes beyond line-ups. It’s about how music occupies space, how people move together, and how collective memory is built on the dancefloor.

Guided by four pillars — outstanding experience, desirable line-up, loyal community and cultural tastemaking — BOMA has established itself as one of the most respected boutique platforms in Brazil, occupying architecturally and culturally significant locations and curating experiences where sound, space and identity are inseparable.

Carnival is where this vision reaches its full scale.

The journey begins on February 13, with Jamie Jones opening the week alongside Adam Ten b2b Mita Gami, Miguelle & Tons and GIU. The night sets the tone for what follows: a meeting point between global house culture and BOMA’s signature sense of flow, progression and collective energy.

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On February 14, Black Coffee returns to BOMA to lead a night dedicated to afro-house, groove and rhythmic sophistication. Joined by Carlita, Ahmed Spins, Bhaskar, Jackson, Malive and Unfazed, the evening highlights the genre’s deep roots and contemporary evolution, echoing the global pulse of dance music today.

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February 16 brings together Mochakk and Dennis Cruz, with a special Bob Moses (club set) performance, plus OsGemeos and Halfcab. It’s one of the most anticipated line-ups of the season — a dialogue between generations, where new-school energy meets old-school sensibility inside one of the most striking spaces in the city.

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On February 17, the Museu do Amanhã is taken over by ARTBAT and CamelPhat, joined by special guest LP Giobbi, alongside Departamento and Tato. The night is built around powerful, melodic and cinematic mainstage sounds, turning the museum into a widescreen dancefloor framed by architecture and light.

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The celebration peaks on February 20 with Vintage Culture, accompanied by WhoMadeWho (hybrid DJ set), Omri, Eli Iwasa and Doozie. Known as “Champions Friday”, the date coincides with the announcement of the winning samba school of Rio’s parades, making it one of the most emotionally charged moments of Carnival — where Brazil’s global electronic voice meets its most iconic cultural ritual.

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The journey closes on February 21 with a collaboration with Dawn Patrol, featuring hosts Maz and Antdot, inviting special guest Kölsch, alongside Riascode and Bakka. Guiding the crowd into sunrise, the final chapter unfolds as one of BOMA’s most celebrated rituals — a moment of release, connection and collective reset.

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BOMA’s presence in Rio during Carnival is now a tradition. Over the years, the platform has transformed its city editions into a cultural landmark, attracting audiences from Brazil and abroad while blending music, design, artistic interventions and sensorial experiences.

What began as a platform driven by creativity and community has evolved into one of the defining forces of contemporary Carnival, proving that electronic music has a central place in the country’s most important cultural moment.

In 2026, BOMA elevates this legacy with its most ambitious programming yet, reaffirming its role as a leading creative voice in Brazil’s electronic scene — and as a cultural bridge between local identity and global influence.

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CENKK’s latest release on Moodyverse approaches club music as a question of balance rather than impact. Freaky People and In Rio sit at opposite ends of his current spectrum, connected not by aesthetic similarity but by intent. Both tracks are built with awareness of how sound travels, how tension forms, and how momentum is sustained across different environments.

Freaky People operates through repetition with purpose. Its groove stays locked while details shift gradually, allowing DJs to maintain energy without forcing transitions. The track is less about moments and more about duration, making it effective in longer sets where continuity matters. In Rio, meanwhile, expands the frame. Percussive rhythms and vocal textures inspired by Brazilian traditions intersect with operatic and cinematic elements, creating a track that invites interpretation as much as movement.

What makes the release compelling is its refusal to overstate its ideas. There’s confidence in restraint, and a clear understanding of when to let a track do the work on its own terms. Rather than chasing a specific scene or trend, CENKK focuses on adaptability, crafting music that holds up in clubs, warehouses, and more intimate listening contexts alike.

As a paired release, Freaky People / In Rio highlights an artist refining his approach without narrowing his scope. It’s a reminder that club music can be functional and expressive at the same time, as long as both are treated with intention.

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Berlin-born producer Fritz Kalkbrenner returns with “Calling You,” a track that captures his ability to balance emotional songwriting with club-ready precision. Known for shaping house music that speaks as much to the heart as it does to the dancefloor, Kalkbrenner once again leans into atmosphere, groove and melody rather than excess.

Built on a steady, rolling rhythm, “Calling You” unfolds through shimmering synth layers, fluid bass movement and finely tuned percussion that keeps the energy subtly evolving. Fritz Kalkbrenner’s signature vocals sit confidently at the center of the track, understated yet expressive, adding a human warmth that transforms the production into something more intimate. The result is a modern melodic house cut designed for late-night sets, packed rooms and moments where emotion carries just as much weight as rhythm.

Over the years, Fritz Kalkbrenner has established himself as one of Europe’s most recognizable electronic artists, emerging from Berlin’s influential club culture with a sound that has always favored longevity over trends. His song-driven approach has earned him a global following, multiple gold and platinum certifications, and a lasting place in electronic music history through “Sky & Sand,” his iconic collaboration with his brother Paul Kalkbrenner.

With “Calling You,” Kalkbrenner continues to refine his musical language. The track feels focused, current and effortlessly danceable, reflecting an artist who understands his creative identity and isn’t afraid to let subtlety do the heavy lifting. It’s a confident step forward and another reminder of why Fritz Kalkbrenner remains a steady, influential presence in contemporary electronic music.

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British-Persian DJ and producer Nickon Faith returns to Manual Smiles 12th December 2025 with the ‘Synthesis’ EP. It picks up where his 2024 ‘Digital Moss’ EP on the label left off, with the Resonance Spectrum Records boss once again delving into deep, genre-agnostic psychedelia. From the tense, forbidding arpeggios of title track ‘Synthesis’ and the biting acid of ‘Rocket’, through to the left-field darkness and bass-heavy atmosphere of ‘Infinite’, Faith proves himself a master of detailed, complex sound design. ‘Astral Dayz’ follows as a mystical adventure through sound, before ‘Dancing With Avatars’ closes the release with more interstellar, tripped-out edge, already supported by Aletha via her Rinse FM show. ‘Synthesis’ is yet another spellbinding offering from the promising Mancunian artist championed by HAAi and John Digweed.

“Synthesis is a mixed bag of influences that have shaped me, including taking a lot of ideas from alternative spaced-out rock music and ethereal video game soundscapes. I wanted to make a sequel to Digital Moss almost coming from a much more confident place as a producer and artist. The title track has been worked on for a good 3 years” – Nickon Faith

Founded in 2023 by Brussels-via-London artist Enno Lombaert, Manual Smiles is a home for artists breathing their own unique life into the Acid sound. Across styles ranging from House, Techno, and Trance to Balearica, Bass, and beyond, each release brings a distinct voice while remaining rooted in a shared psychedelic spirit. The label has featured music from Azo, Treasure Island, Kitsta, and Kajsa Villius, while winning support from the likes of Roman Flügel, Carista, Spray, Kiara Scuro, HAAi, and many more.

Nickon Faith ‘Synthesis’ releases via Manual Smiles 12th December 2025

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Deer Jade Announces New EP Voyage Infini on Her New Label, I AM YOU.

Rising star Deer Jade unveils her highly anticipated new EP, Voyage Infini, the first release on her freshly launched label, I AM YOU. The two-track project, featuring the shimmering singles “Jump Up” and “Voyage Infini,” captures the Swiss artist’s signature fusion of indie dance and melodic house, blending cosmic energy with emotive soundscapes.

Voyage Infini marks a new chapter in Deer Jade’s artistic journey – an exploration of freedom, unity, and transcendence through music. Each track invites listeners on a sonic odyssey that bridges heart and dancefloor, light and shadow. With this debut release, I AM YOU emerges as a platform for creative connection and self-expression, reflecting Deer Jade’s vision of music as a shared vibration beyond boundaries. As it continues to grow, I AM YOU is poised to become a global platform for conscious culture, inspiring a new era of international living, creativity, and celebration.

Voyage Infini is available now on all streaming platforms.

Artist: Deer Jade
Title: Voyage Infini
Record Label: I AM YOU
Cat.Number: IAMYOU001
Release Date: 5th December 2025
 
Tracklist:
1) ⁠Jump Up (Extended Mix)
2) Voyage Infini (Extended Mix)
3) ⁠Jump Up (Radio Edit)
4) Voyage Infini (Radio Edit)

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One of the most recognisable faces in dance music, Fish56Octagon follows his breakout collab with Issey Cross last month by teaming up with platinum-selling vocalist Abi Flynn on their new single “I Wanna Know”.

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Boasting a devoted fanbase of over 1M followers & some of the world’s most respected DJs in his DMs, Fish continues to build recognition through standout production, credible collaborations, and groundbreaking live shows across the UK, US, Australia & Canada and O2 Academy Brixton in March.

“This record is a punchy dancefloor banger that takes influences from my diverse taste in dance music, with elements of house, trance & speed garage, building up to a big drop with a killer riff. The track is carried by the incredible vocals from the amazing Abi Flynn, touching on the anxiety and insecurity that is relatable to so many, as insomnia causes her to reflect on her feelings.” – Fish56Octagon

“I wrote this topline with Lewis Thompson in Lisbon; it has this lust-filled charge and magnetism to it that makes for a great dance floor moment. When Fish picked it up and sent back his demo, I was buzzing. I love his energy, and I’m really looking forward to collaborating together” – Abi Flynn

This superb new single is an emotive anthem with a soaring vocal from Flynn and intricate breakbeats powering the groove. Future synths bring a contemporary edge to the bold, bouncy beats that will lead to a sure-fire dance floor take off.

This is another irresistible and timeless sound from dance music ​​aficionado Fish56Octagon.

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Berlin’s Get Physical Music welcomes Momoda for his debut on the label with Give Me Time, a soulful and melodic house release that showcases his ability to blend classic emotion with contemporary production finesse.

The EP features two versions of the title track, both driven by hypnotic rhythms, bright synth chords, and a warm, expressive female vocal that slowly surfaces throughout the track. Its long, atmospheric breakdown highlights the interplay between vocal and synths before surging back into a powerful dancefloor moment.

Born in Nigeria and now based in Barcelona, Momoda has been shaping his sound since 2012, blending house, afro, and techno. An early pioneer of Nigeria’s electronic scene, he now plays a key role in Barcelona’s club landscape, connecting cultures with every set.

With Give Me Time, Momoda channels the timeless spirit of soulful house through a modern melodic lens, signalling an exciting new chapter with Get Physical and a release poised to resonate with dancefloors worldwide.