We first featured Bklava on the site over a year ago when we ran a series of mixes from the Patterns residents. We were instantly drawn to her pop-influenced UKG soundscape and the hybrid DJ sets where she’s singing over the records. And a lot has happened in that time. She’s gone from a local
Untitled 909 Podcast 072: Plain Sailing
Plain Sailing channel the electrifying ethos of their party series in mix 072. Andrew Moore and Peter Gibney are the duo behind Belfast rave crew Plain Sailing. Launched in October 2019 with their first party headlined by Valencia’s Pepe, Plain Sailing pride itself on bringing international artists to the city for their debuts alongside bigging
Premiere: PowerPlay – ACAB [Sorry Records]
In honour of International Worker’s Day / Labour Day, PowerPlay announce their new EP ‘Breaking Capacity’ with lead single ‘ACAB’. The full release is slated for the 18th June, landing on New York label Sorry Records and features remixes from Escaflowne and Bored Lord. PowerPlay is comprised of C Powers and PlayPlay. The pair are
Untitled 909 Podcast 071: portara0000
Enter the rave matrix with this high NRG mix from portara0000. portara0000 is the co-founder of London-based party series and record label GODDEZZ and the A&R at Tash LC’s Club Yeke. Running GODDEZZ alongside Kalli, the duo have been putting on events since July 2019, booking the likes of Happa, Coco Bryce, India Jordan, Corrupt
3’Hi x Refuge Worldwide: Chippy Nonstop + :3LON Q&A
Over the last year we have experienced tremendous change in all our lives, with the pandemic showing the entire world that the working class is essential and highlighting the constant struggle and fight for better/fairer conditions and wages. The 1st May has been International Worker’s Day/Labour Day since the 1880s but in Berlin specifically, the
Refuge Worldwide, 3’Hi and Badly Drawn DJs team up for Berlin May Day takeover
This weekend Refuge Worldwide, 3’Hi, and Badly Drawn DJs team up for a Berlin May Day takeover. The collaboration is in support of Kreuzberger Himmel, a Berlin-based charity that employs refugees to produce quality meals for the Berlin homeless community. The takeover will feature sets from Kush Jones, Bok Bok, Bianca Oblivion, Omaar, Chippy Nonstop,
Premiere: Pépé Elle – Sink [[re]sources]
Parisian label [re]sources returns with the third edition of its “Club Hexagon” series dedicated to showcase the current French club / bass scene. Out on the 30th April, the latest edition features tracks from the likes of rRoxymore, Flore, Ténèbre, Gipsyan, Qant, Dehousy, Blâme and more. Here we have the exclusive stream of Pépé Elle’s
The Lowdown: Ivy Barkakati
Originally from Maryland, Ivy Barkakati has lived in Barcelona since 2012 and has firmly found her feet within the local scene and beyond. A DJ, producer, and vocalist, Ivy has lent her vocals and productions to the likes of Roza Terenzi, Cardopusher, SOS MUSIC, Furious Frank, and more as well as working within collaborative projects
Untitled 909 Podcast 070: Borai
UK-based producer Borai is one of the artists behind one of my fave labels Club Glow alongside Denham Audio, LMajor and Mani Festo. He’s been involved in the industry for over 15 years now with releases and remixes on labels such as E-Beamz, Them Recordings, Sneaker Social Club and Infiltrate to name a few. And
Untitled 909 Podcast 069: marjai
A captivating session with heavy UK influence spanning across bass, pop, experimental, drill and more from Leeds-based DJ and dancer, marjai. This might be marjai’s first mix for a blog but over the last few years, he has been immersing himself in the local scene and beyond. Hosting an ecclectic residency on Sable Radio for