Max HeyraudAs summer anthems fade into the distance and autumn settles in, we turn our attention to an exciting array of fresh tracks from a diverse lineup of dance music artists within the Irish scene. This new wave of music perfectly soundtracks the darker settings of clubs, showcasing a variety of house and techno styles that highlight the remarkable talent and creativity of Ireland’s emerging artists.
From deep, cavernous techno grooves to intricately woven trance-infused house, these tracks embody the evolution of Irish dance music and its refusal to be pigeonholed into a single sound. These artists are pushing the envelope of what the Irish sound has been and will become, carving out a new path shaped by the contemporary sounds of the Emerald Isle.
Collie – Railway (Original mix)
Collie’s latest track, “Railway,” is a love letter to deep, rolling, and progressive sounds, reminiscent of 90s anthems in the vein of Sasha & Digweed and the iconic Global Underground series. The track’s chugging basslines and jazzy piano riffs flow seamlessly over chunky 909 drums, while ethereal pads tie everything together, creating a perfect blend of nostalgia and modern production.
DART – Emergency [Agrio Tracks]
DART’s track “Emergency” has been a certified dancefloor destroyer throughout summer 2024, tearing up festivals and clubs with its electrifying synth line and pounding kick-bass combo. Released at the end of the season, it’s primed to wreak even more havoc in darker, murkier settings as the year progresses.
Jazzy – Make Up [FASTER] [Polydor Records]
Jazzy has been churning out new releases at a relentless pace, but her track “Make Up [FASTER]” stands out from the pack. Departing from her usual house style, this high-octane track dives into trance and hard house influences, blending the energy of old-school Dublin with the sounds of the city’s modern scene. It’s a fresh, dynamic shift that showcases her versatility.
Ev Wilde – Sweet Nothing
Fresh off the press, posted just two hours ago, the man of the moment Ev Wilde put his own spin on Florence & The Machine and Calvin Harris’s hit song “Sweet Nothing”. Ev gives the 2012 track a Dublin deep house makeover, complete with anthemic piano lines and organs, and it has the potential to become a hit.
MELTX – Jennifer’s Body (Hardcore Techno Psy) [Free Download]
MELTX draws inspiration from her favourite cult film to create a musical adaptation of Jennifer Check, the enduring character from Jennifer’s Body. With eerie melodies and haunting lyrics, the song delves into the twisted psyche of a demon-possessed Jennifer.
Caz – Sweet Tea [Trick]
Dublin-based DJ and producer Caz has been teasing this track for months, first posting it five months ago. Since then, it caught the attention of Patrick Topping, who signed it to his Trick label. Even before its official release last week, the track had already gained anthem status. Since dropping, it’s been wrecking dancefloors across the UK and Ireland, picking up even more momentum.
hellokt – The Wake Up Call
hellokt has been serving up a steady stream of raw, ghetto-infused techno grooves, drawing heavy inspiration from the genre’s golden era. Nods to legends like Dance Mania, Recycled Loops, and Samuel L Session are clear throughout. “The Wake Up Call” is her latest, featuring zigzagging drums, sharp vocal stabs, and nostalgic 90s chords—all guaranteed to make your body jack.
Talinho – Vea [UKIYO LACUNA]
Talinho has quickly emerged as a rising talent in Ireland’s techno scene, gaining attention for his relentless output of sharp, jagged cuts. His track “Vea” is a raw, off-kilter techno banger that recalls the sound of Mulero’s Warm Up Recordings. It’s unapologetically aggressive but never overbearing—delivering just the right amount of punch to raise the hairs on the back of your neck.
SUPERGROSS – COMPLETE AESTHETIC CONTROL [KULTURELLES KOLLEKTIV]
SUPERGROSS serves up some house-tinged techno, for KULTURELLES KOLLEKTIV, alongside other heavy hitters Sharpson, Shawn Cartier, Zero Delay and more. Lush chord staps play off chunky 909 drums for a classic thumping Chicago groove.