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Post Boutique
Single Gai Barone, Nick Stoynoff

Post Boutique

Gai Barone and Nick Stoynoff's collaboration "Post Boutique" has been released by Selador, a major Progressive House label run by Dave Seaman and Steve Parry. This track features a sound that can be described as the latest iteration of Progressive House, which has been gaining renewed attention in recent years, reminiscent of the style popular around the early 2000s. Its deep grooves and divine breaks are sure to showcase their power in clubs and outdoor settings. The quality of this collaboration, praised by top DJs in the scene like Sasha, John Digweed, and Hernan Cattaneo, is truly impressive. Label boss Dave Seaman will be performing at the Global Underground Japan tour on April 25 at Nagoya club (O)Utopos and on April 28 at Tokyo MIYASHITA PARK OR.

Mystery Land (Roy Rosenfeld Remix)
EP Y-Traxx, Roy Rosenfeld

Mystery Land (Roy Rosenfeld Remix)

One of the major hits of the Balearic trance that dominated the 90s, Y-TRAXX's masterpiece "Mystery Land" (a unit featuring Fred Baker) is set to return in 2026!! New remixes have been created numerous times, and the track had a resurgence in 2018 with a techno version by Spektre. The 2026 edition will feature a remix by popular Israeli producer Roy Rosenfeld, who continues to release works from top labels in the Organic ~ Progressive scene like All Day I Dream, Lost Miracle, and Early Morning. This remix is also set to be included in the upcoming Global Underground series release GU49 Deep Dish – Dublin, but will be released ahead of that. The content showcases melodies that evoke the mystique and emotionality of sunset and dawn, and the release will also include a Melodic Techno remix by Søluna, a Peaktime Techno remix by Quinny, and a remastered version of the original, making it perfect for the upcoming season. B6 Records will also host a Global Underground event in Japan on April 28, featuring the iconic DJ Dave Seaman at OR TOKYO!! This is not to be missed. https://livepocket.jp/e/5fmz6

Carry Me Home (Kloset Remix)
EP Above & Beyond, Zoë Johnston, Kloset

Carry Me Home (Kloset Remix)

In 2025, a new remix was released as a single from "Bigger Than All Of Us," the fifth artist album by Above & Beyond, commemorating their 25th anniversary. The remix was crafted by Kloset, a project by the renowned Italian artist Fabio Congia, known in the Melodic Progressive scene and also as Station To Station. Kloset has been active with labels like Elliptical Sun Melodies and more recently Anjunadeep Explorations, delivering a perfect morning-oriented Melodic House track that showcases his gentle and epic sound. The synergy with Zoe Johnston's vocals is outstanding, making this a must-listen for fans of Above & Beyond's softer tracks.

Only You
Single Matt Fax, Lovlee

Only You

The new track "Only You" by French progressive artist Matt Fax has been released from Interstellar, a label directly operated by INSOMNIAC, the largest operator of American festivals, specializing in Melodic House / Melodic Techno. Matt Fax, once a representative artist of Colorize and in recent years known for many hits released through Armada Music, has shifted back to a more fantastical, melodic house style with this release, compared to his recent floor-oriented works. Fans of Matt Fax's more mellow tracks will surely be drawn to this piece. This is definitely a track that will shine in a lounge setting!

My Friends
EP OLING, Viggo Dyst

My Friends

A new track by OLING, an artist from Jeremy Olander's label Vivrant and a rising star in the Swedish progressive scene, has been released by Anjunadeep. The collaboration "My Friends" with fellow Swedish techno artist Viggo Dyst shines with beautifully grand melodies that also stood out in its release on Vivrant. Oling has performances scheduled in Osaka on February 6 and in Tokyo on February 7, marking his first shows in Japan. This track is sure to be played during peak time on both days!!

Drifting (Felix Raphael Remix)
EP Klur, Felix Raphael

Drifting (Felix Raphael Remix)

A new remix of KLUR's "Drifting" has arrived from the popular Progressive ~ Melodic House label Colorize. This track is a single cut from KLUR's album "After The Rain," released in October 2025. The remix is handled by Felix Raphael, who actively collaborates with renowned artists such as Ben Bohmer, Jan Blomqvist, and Tinlicker. Notably, his collaboration with Ben Bohmer on "One Last Call" is quite famous. The original track already had a euphoric, Electronica-influenced Melodic Techno vibe, reminiscent of Ben Bohmer, but this remix reconstructs it into a more driving, party-friendly track. The freshness of this song really showcases Felix's true essence!

Sunday Sunrise
EP David Mackay, Martim Rola

Sunday Sunrise

A collaboration has emerged between David Mackay and Martim Rola, both of whom continue to release works from the major Afro House ~ Melodic House label, Anjunadeep, a popular UK label. This house track features emotional piano that perfectly matches the morning vibe, and listening to it while watching a beautiful sunrise would undoubtedly bring tears to your eyes!! It feels like there has been an increase in tracks that combine Afro and Melodic styles recently. While they are both trendy, they might just have a good compatibility.

Four Shades EP
EP Spencer Brown

Four Shades EP

Spencer Brown, who is active in labels like Diviine and Anjuna, is set to release his first release of 2026 from the popular label Bedrock. This EP focuses on underground, deep sounds and includes four tracks that have been played in advance by Spencer himself and a few top DJs, including John Digweed, creating a significant buzz on the dance floor. The tracks include the deep Tech House "Plane Acid," which features ominous acid synths as the title suggests, and the Balearic track "Aerocity," reminiscent of the classic Nalin & Kane hit "Beachball." All four tracks are fantastic, but personally, I highly recommend "Hot Pot," which has a driving Deep Trance ~ Progressive Trance feel. All tracks are in the BPM range of the high 120s, hinting at a potential resurgence of this style of progressive music.

Say Hello (AfterU Remix)
EP Deep Dish, AfterU

Say Hello (AfterU Remix)

"Say Hello," the definitive hit of vocal house, was released as a single from Deep Dish's acclaimed album "George Is On" in 2005 and became a worldwide sensation. Licensed by Armada Music at the end of 2024, this track has been reimagined by Deep Dish themselves, as well as remixed by big names like Korolova, Paul Oakenfold & Anunnakis, bringing it back into the spotlight in 2025. A new remix, which can be considered the definitive version, will be released at the end of 2025. This remix is crafted by the popular melodic duo AfterU from Israel, featuring an epic sound with Afro-inspired rhythms and the unmistakable hands-up synths characteristic of melodic music. It captures the current trends perfectly and seems ideal for elevating the energy towards the end of a party. This might be the best remix of "Say Hello" in recent years. In 2025, Deep Dish had a very active year, releasing two new tracks and a new remix from Renaissance.

Lane 8 with Kasablanca - You (Jerome Isma-Ae Remix)
Album Lane 8, Kasablanca, Jerome- Isma-Ae

Lane 8 with Kasablanca - You (Jerome Isma-Ae Remix)

Lane 8's artist album "Childish," released in 2024, has a luxurious remix edition titled "Childish Remixed." The Remix EP that was released in 2025 featured artists from This Never Happened such as Rinzen, Le Youth, and Sultan + Shepard, but this album adds even more popular artists from Melodic House and Progressive House, including MYRNE and Jerome Isma-Ae from This Never Happened! In particular, Jerome's remix of "You," a collaboration between Lane 8 and Kasablanca, has a fantastical sound that captures the year-end vibe beautifully. It feels very much in line with the productions Jerome has been releasing on Anjunabeats during his peak, making it an outstanding piece for fans of Melodic House and Progressive Trance.