Christian Smith makes his long-awaited debut for Sudbeat with 'Illusion'. Argentinian Ezequiel Arias provides remix support. Swedish superstar Christian Smith has pioneered his funky tech sound since the '90s, playing all over the world and running one of the industry's longest-running labels, the seminal techno imprint Tronic. He's also signed to a bewildering array of labels from elite prog such as Global Underground and Hooj Choons through to huge house and tech brands like Toolroom, Soma and Drumcode. 'Illusion' opens with powerful low-end and sparse percussion. Aimed squarely at the peak time, new elements drift into view with delicate precision, building a head of melancholic steam. Reaching fever pitch midway, the break offers little release before the drop sends us spiralling into dancefloor bliss. On the flipside, label regular Ezequiel offers a steroid-packed prog ride that takes the source material one step further.

Christian Smith makes his long-awaited debut for Sudbeat with 'Illusion'. Argentinian Ezequiel Arias provides remix support. Swedish superstar Christian Smith has pioneered his funky tech sound since the '90s, playing all over the world and running one of the industry's longest-running labels, the seminal techno imprint Tronic. He's also signed to a bewildering array of labels from elite prog such as Global Underground and Hooj Choons through to huge house and tech brands like Toolroom, Soma and Drumcode. 'Illusion' opens with powerful low-end and sparse percussion. Aimed squarely at the peak time, new elements drift into view with delicate precision, building a head of melancholic steam. Reaching fever pitch midway, the break offers little release before the drop sends us spiralling into dancefloor bliss. On the flipside, label regular Ezequiel offers a steroid-packed prog ride that takes the source material one step further.

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Aubrey Fry returns to Sudbeat with two originals and a stonking Jody Barr remix. The Welsh just can't stop making waves since bursting onto the scene in 2021 on John Digweed's Bedrock label. Since then, he's cemented his place with a release on Sasha's LNOE, Nick Warren's Soundgarden, and Balance Music, plus remixes for everyone from Selador to Mango Alley. His electrifying DJ sets have taken him from the streets of Miami to the neon-lit back alleys of Tokyo, and he's really only getting started. Aubrey Fry returns to Sudbeat with two originals and a stonking Jody Barr remix. The Welsh just can't stop making waves since bursting onto the scene in 2021 on John Digweed's Bedrock label. Since then, he's cemented his place with a release on Sasha's LNOE, Nick Warren's Soundgarden, and Balance Music, plus remixes for everyone from Selador to Mango Alley. His electrifying DJ sets have taken him from the streets of Miami to the neon-lit back alleys of Tokyo, and he's really only getting started. Opening with 'Burn and Rave', a solid, shuffling groove backdrops big chords and a growling bass. Building tension with filters, the track grows into an unwieldy acid monster in the break. Perfect for those peak-time moments. Next up, 'Eternal Moment' sees Aubrey in a more contemplative mood. Sparse percussion and repeating airy vocals draw you in before the main break unleashes a gargantuan melody. On remix duties, fellow LNOE signing Jody Barr drops a powerful reimagination. Crafting the original motifs for added emotional impact, he turns 'Eternal Moment' into something transcendental.

Aubrey Fry returns to Sudbeat with two originals and a stonking Jody Barr remix. The Welsh just can't stop making waves since bursting onto the scene in 2021 on John Digweed's Bedrock label. Since then, he's cemented his place with a release on Sasha's LNOE, Nick Warren's Soundgarden, and Balance Music, plus remixes for everyone from Selador to Mango Alley. His electrifying DJ sets have taken him from the streets of Miami to the neon-lit back alleys of Tokyo, and he's really only getting started. Aubrey Fry returns to Sudbeat with two originals and a stonking Jody Barr remix. The Welsh just can't stop making waves since bursting onto the scene in 2021 on John Digweed's Bedrock label. Since then, he's cemented his place with a release on Sasha's LNOE, Nick Warren's Soundgarden, and Balance Music, plus remixes for everyone from Selador to Mango Alley. His electrifying DJ sets have taken him from the streets of Miami to the neon-lit back alleys of Tokyo, and he's really only getting started. Opening with 'Burn and Rave', a solid, shuffling groove backdrops big chords and a growling bass. Building tension with filters, the track grows into an unwieldy acid monster in the break. Perfect for those peak-time moments. Next up, 'Eternal Moment' sees Aubrey in a more contemplative mood. Sparse percussion and repeating airy vocals draw you in before the main break unleashes a gargantuan melody. On remix duties, fellow LNOE signing Jody Barr drops a powerful reimagination. Crafting the original motifs for added emotional impact, he turns 'Eternal Moment' into something transcendental.

Nick Varon teams up with Deekay for a brace of tracks already championed by El Maestro. Sonic journeyman, Nick Varon has been a part of the Sudbeat family for many years. A passionate purveyor of progressive beats for over 15 years, and a legend of the Greek scene. His enviable back catalogue on seminal labels such as varied as Tale & Tone, Balance Music and Bonzai has seen him soundtrack clubs across the world. Fellow countryman, Deekay, has trodden a similar past. A DJ at heart, his love of Afro rhythms keeps his performances highly engaging, dynamic and soulful, blending tribal beats with contemporary sounds inspired by the vibrant culture and energy of the dancefloor. Opening with the spiky sounds of Cactus, those afro rhythms and tribal vibes make for a rich percussive framework. A slow burner, each element is given space to cause maximum devastation on the cooler floors of the underground. On Inyeon more pronounced tribalism harks back to the golden age of prog with a modern twist. Deep beats and a heavy low end make this perfect for those sweaty late night sessions when the phones go away and the room moves as one.

Kamilo Sanclemene returns to Sudbeat with a brace of killer grooves. The Colombian DJ and producer needs little introduction. Coming up with the likes of Guy J, Darin Epsilon and more, his mark on the scene is undeniable. Known for sultry grooves, the Sanclementé sound is easily recognisable and features prominently on many major underground labels, from Global Underground to Balance Music via Mango Alley and Parquet. 

Opening with 'Parallel Moon', a strong shaker groove gets things off to a flying start. A master of subtlety, new elements reveal themselves at the perfect moment adding complexity and intrigue until the fully formed, vibrating whole drops into an epic breakdown that makes your hair stand on end. A masterclass. 

'Our Last Day' builds in a similar way. Building momentum from expertly placed layers, the track takes on an otherworldly quality with the arps ebbing into life. Part peak-time roller, part epic realisation of the Bladerunner soundtrack, this is sure to move the floor in the most musical way. Huge.

Kamilo Sanclemene returns to Sudbeat with a brace of killer grooves. The Colombian DJ and producer needs little introduction. Coming up with the likes of Guy J, Darin Epsilon and more, his mark on the scene is undeniable. Known for sultry grooves, the Sanclementé sound is easily recognisable and features prominently on many major underground labels, from Global Underground to Balance Music via Mango Alley and Parquet. 

Opening with 'Parallel Moon', a strong shaker groove gets things off to a flying start. A master of subtlety, new elements reveal themselves at the perfect moment adding complexity and intrigue until the fully formed, vibrating whole drops into an epic breakdown that makes your hair stand on end. A masterclass. 

'Our Last Day' builds in a similar way. Building momentum from expertly placed layers, the track takes on an otherworldly quality with the arps ebbing into life. Part peak-time roller, part epic realisation of the Bladerunner soundtrack, this is sure to move the floor in the most musical way. Huge.

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Not new in our ranks, Mike Isai returns with a solid double-header and the usual amount of peak time energy and abundance of groove. Drawing inspiration from the sounds of New York Citys nightlife, Mike is taking his own vision to clubland with a trademark sound that allowed him to sign on some respected imprints such as Hope Recordings, One Dot Six Two and Mango Alley. Not to mention his massive EP Exit we released in 2024. For this new chapter he opens with Control, and here we are introduced to the deep tribal stylings rooted in the most pure tradition of the Big Apple clubbing tradition. Tough and uncompromising, the groove is bass heavy and soulful, becoming hypnotic with consummate ease. Next up, Desire has a similar tribal feel. Groovesome and chunky, this is one for the darker floors in the early hours where the phones are forgotten and music is the only thing that matters.

Not new in our ranks, Mike Isai returns with a solid double-header and the usual amount of peak time energy and abundance of groove. Drawing inspiration from the sounds of New York Citys nightlife, Mike is taking his own vision to clubland with a trademark sound that allowed him to sign on some respected imprints such as Hope Recordings, One Dot Six Two and Mango Alley. Not to mention his massive EP Exit we released in 2024. For this new chapter he opens with Control, and here we are introduced to the deep tribal stylings rooted in the most pure tradition of the Big Apple clubbing tradition. Tough and uncompromising, the groove is bass heavy and soulful, becoming hypnotic with consummate ease. Next up, Desire has a similar tribal feel. Groovesome and chunky, this is one for the darker floors in the early hours where the phones are forgotten and music is the only thing that matters.

Sudbeat Music Progressive House