Max HeyraudWe’ve curated a list of seven new tracks from Irish producers to showcase the country’s emerging talent in the electronic music scene. This collection features fresh releases spanning from Fatboy Slim’s legendary label to new community-driven platforms, with each track offering its own distinct flavour.
Our top picks offer just a glimpse into the offerings of the Irish electronic music scene as of late. This selection invites you to dive deeper and discover fresh sounds from both emerging and established producers, encouraging you to explore the nuanced perspectives that are redefining the contours of electronic music in Ireland. Spanning a diverse range of genres, including techno, house, trance, breaks, and dubstep, this compilation is a testament to Ireland’s dynamic and multifaceted musical landscape.
Hyyken – Make Me Feel Special [Southern Fried Records]
Dundalk house maestro Hyyken has just announced his latest release on the iconic Southern Fried Records, the label helmed by UK dance legend Fatboy Slim. Hyyken delivers a blend of slapfunk drums, off-kilter synths, anthemic piano, and a killer vocal line, creating a contemporary yet timeless sound.
Pagan – With You (Extended Mix) [PGN2]
The second installment of Pagan’s self-released series, PGN, sees the Dublin-based artist dropping the highly anticipated track “With You.” This delicate yet powerful blend crosses boundaries between house, techno, and trance, radiating a melodramatic, feel-good energy—a vibe that has become Pagan’s signature as of late.
Shannen Blessing – Expect Rain
“Expect Rain,” from Shannen Blessing’s latest EP New Beginnings, is a Karenn-inspired rolling groove that thrives on grainy, rising atmospheres and slinky synth lines that skate over Mark Broom-style 909 drums. The result is relentless yet intricately crafted, showcasing Blessing’s knack for churning well oiled techno cuts.
Cheb Rizki – Rou7 Salenha (Moving Still Edit) [Ouddy Bangers Volume 2]
After a three-year wait, Dublin’s Moving Still returns with the second instalment of “Ouddy Bangers”, serving up a sizzling mix of funk-laden edits of disco and pop tracks featuring vocalists from Lebanon, Egypt, Morocco, and beyond. Our standout pick is the Cheb Rizki edit. Moving Still masterfully blends classic German EBM and rave with his signature Middle Eastern twist, delivering an uplifting, high-energy burst that’s impossible that screams “GO”.
Keyrah – Kick It Wiv Ü
Cork-based Keyrah shifts from her usual hard-edged techno into dreamy speed garage territory, combining punchy drums and wobbly bass with a bright, pop-inspired vocal line. Arpeggiated synths and lush pads add depth, making this track a perfect end-of-the-night anthem that would feel just as at home at a beach bar as in a basement club.
Jon10 – Smoke & Mirrors
Limerick-based Jon10 has unveiled his latest self-release, a three-track project of experimental cuts. The first track leans into dubstep, while the other two dive into sound-design-heavy techno. The standout title track, “Smoke & Mirrors,” channels a 2006-era dubstep growl with a techno twist. Featuring jagged kicks, thick bass, Skream-inspired vocal cuts, and a bold, wonky arrangement, it’s an edgy, broken-beat thriller for the brave selectors.
Cian Fox – Falling [FR001]
Cian Fox joins the debut “FRAME” free-download EP series alongside rising Irish artists Farlo, Talinho, Prawn, and Peter Kin. This series spotlights groove-heavy, minimalist techno that’s functional yet flush with character. Fox’s track is our standout, a crawling, grainy bassline drives it forward, while hovering atmospheres, vocal swells, and punchy drums deliver a fresh take on the Ostgut Ton chugging techno sound.