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belonging continues its 2026 run with a new EP from Sian and Matt. Why You Tripping lands on February 13 and brings a tougher, more restless edge into the catalogue, sitting on the rougher side of Indie Dance with clear techno and acid influences. Ireland-born and now based in Los Angeles, Sian has built a reputation for high-impact club records and sharp, forward-moving production. Matt, hailing from Patagonia in Argentina, adds his own raw, groove-driven perspective to the collaboration, resulting in a release that feels direct, functional and made for late-night floors rather than polished listening. The title track Why You Tripping is driven by a tight, rolling groove and biting synth work, lifted by a vocal contribution from David LeSal that gives the track its hook and attitude. Enemies keeps the pressure on, leaning further into acidic sequences and percussive drive, built for late-night momentum and peak-time sets. As the next release on belonging this year, the EP expands the labels sound into slightly tougher territory while staying true to its club-focused, contemporary direction.

Following his earlier appearance on belonging alongside Innellea on 'Unleashed' from the labels debut compilation 'Finding Home', Rafael Cerato returns to the imprint, this time joining forces with Aladag for the three-track 'That Sound' EP. The title track 'That Sound' leans into a more melodic and uplifting territory. Blending Indie Dance with subtle trance influences, shimmering synth lines and rising tension create a sense of lift while maintaining a hypnotic groove. On 'Lose Yourself', the duo shifts toward a more direct, club-focused approach, sitting between Indie Dance and Tech House. Built around a confident groove and driving bassline, the track carries a clear big-room energy designed for larger dancefloors. Closing the EP, 'Stay Forever' moves into a more emotive space, touching the intersection of Indie Dance and Melodic Techno. Warm pads and evolving melodies unfold over a steady rhythm, giving the track a reflective but still club-driven character. With the 'That Sound' EP, Cerato and Aladag deliver three distinct shades of contemporary Indie Dance, each exploring a different edge of the genre while remaining connected by atmosphere, groove and late-night focus.

Following his earlier appearance on belonging alongside Innellea on 'Unleashed' from the labels debut compilation 'Finding Home', Rafael Cerato returns to the imprint, this time joining forces with Aladag for the three-track 'That Sound' EP. The title track 'That Sound' leans into a more melodic and uplifting territory. Blending Indie Dance with subtle trance influences, shimmering synth lines and rising tension create a sense of lift while maintaining a hypnotic groove. On 'Lose Yourself', the duo shifts toward a more direct, club-focused approach, sitting between Indie Dance and Tech House. Built around a confident groove and driving bassline, the track carries a clear big-room energy designed for larger dancefloors. Closing the EP, 'Stay Forever' moves into a more emotive space, touching the intersection of Indie Dance and Melodic Techno. Warm pads and evolving melodies unfold over a steady rhythm, giving the track a reflective but still club-driven character. With the 'That Sound' EP, Cerato and Aladag deliver three distinct shades of contemporary Indie Dance, each exploring a different edge of the genre while remaining connected by atmosphere, groove and late-night focus.

Following his earlier appearance on belonging alongside Innellea on 'Unleashed' from the labels debut compilation 'Finding Home', Rafael Cerato returns to the imprint, this time joining forces with Aladag for the three-track 'That Sound' EP. The title track 'That Sound' leans into a more melodic and uplifting territory. Blending Indie Dance with subtle trance influences, shimmering synth lines and rising tension create a sense of lift while maintaining a hypnotic groove. On 'Lose Yourself', the duo shifts toward a more direct, club-focused approach, sitting between Indie Dance and Tech House. Built around a confident groove and driving bassline, the track carries a clear big-room energy designed for larger dancefloors. Closing the EP, 'Stay Forever' moves into a more emotive space, touching the intersection of Indie Dance and Melodic Techno. Warm pads and evolving melodies unfold over a steady rhythm, giving the track a reflective but still club-driven character. With the 'That Sound' EP, Cerato and Aladag deliver three distinct shades of contemporary Indie Dance, each exploring a different edge of the genre while remaining connected by atmosphere, groove and late-night focus.