Defected Records

Electronic genre-hoppers Makèz make their Defected debut alongside fellow Amsterdam vocalist and producer LYMA with ‘Come Back Tomorrow’. Having previously released on the London label’s sister arm Classic Music Company, collaborating with rising artists Pinty and Life on Planets for ‘Loosen Your Bones’ and ‘Give It Life’ respectively, Makèz now land on Defected Records proper. With upcoming sets at the label’s flagship festival in Malta and debut season at Chinois in Ibiza, Makèz’s relationship with the house music institution continues to grow year on year, signposted by this Defected debut - ‘Come Back Tomorrow’. True to the Dutch duo’s collaborative nature, the upbeat record is created with LYMA, a talented singer-songwriter also hailing from The Netherlands who has recently worked with international producers Folamour, Dam Swindle and Marcel Vogel. Makèz’s signature blend of styles is present throughout ‘Come Back Tomorrow’, with groove-laden guitar patterns and striking production combining with LYMA’s bright vocals to create an immediately inviting house track that is equal parts cool and addictive.

Tracklist: ⁠1. Adam Ten - I Never Knew [Defected] 00:00 2. Emanuel Satie & Maga feat. Ali Love - Energy [Scenarios] 04:58 ⁠3. Freddi & Newtone - Soma [Hot Meal Records]⁠ 09:15 4. Mellizos & Mixmasters - My Life Is A Disco [LTF Records] 13:26 5. NESI (ES) - That’s It [555] 17:09 6. Luke Alessi - Sex Machine [Coffee Cola] 21:20 7. Jamback - EEE017 [EEE] 25:49 ⁠8. Makez X Lyma - Come Back Tomorrow [Defected] 30:26 9. Propsa & Kettama - Break Free [CircoLoco Records] 34:56 10. Isaac Carter - Natural High [On Loop] 38:42 11. MOST RATED: Deetron feat. Ben Westbeech - Deep In Your Soul [Running Back] 41:48 12. Jonas Blue - Girl [Defected] 46:24 13. Genairo Nvilla - Libre [No Art] 51:32 ⁠14. ANOTR feat. 3DDY - Like It [No Art] 55:48 ⁠15. Ammo Avenue - How Good [DFTD] 1:01:29 16. Kepler & Job De Jong - Deep Inside [Contact] 1:06:39 17. BLOND:ISH x KeeQ feat. Chloe Paige - The Cure [Defected] 1:10:20 18. Ben Envers & Najeh - Chica [trUst Recordings] 1:14:52 19. Salome Le Chat X Josh One - Contemplation (King Britt Remix) [DFTD] 1:18:15 ⁠20. Nautica (UK) - Let It Roll [8Bit Records] 1:22:40 21. Soulsearcher - Feelin Love (RUZE & Chesster Remix) [Soulfuric Trax] 1:25:52 ⁠22. Sidney Charles & Kolter - I Like To Jam [Koltrax] 1:29:49 23. Clüb De Combat - All The Single Ladies [Defected] 1:34:04 24. Bizza & LondonGround - Even You [Cecille] 1:37:52 ⁠25. Honey Dijon feat. Jacob Lusk - Satisfied [SOS] 1:41:38 ⁠26. DJ Gomi feat. Louie Balo & Yasmeen - Glad I Found You (Scott Wozniak Remix) [Defected] 1:46:54 27. Whitesquare - Twin Humanities [Innervisions] 1:52:14 ⁠28. Dusky - Elm [Anjunadeep] 1:57:08

Tracklist: 1. Makèz & LYMA - Come Back Tomorrow [Defected] 00:00 2. Detroit Rising - Dre’s World (Makèz Remix) [Down Jazz Records] 06:00 3. Louie Vega - Feelin’ Good Tonight (Kai Alcé Remix) [Vega Records] 09:18 4. Makèz feat. AVA LAVÁ & Life On Planets - Illusions (Midnight Dub) [No Art] 13:37 5. MK - Burning (Makèz Edit) [Defected] 17:40 6. Pancratio - By The Way [Faith Beat] 21:29 7. Makèz & Life On Planets - Downstream [No Art] 24:30 8. Makèz & Life on Planets - Give It Life (Makèz Remix) [Classic Music Company] 29:07 9. DJ Minx - Forget [Yes Yes Yes] 32:53 10. Kaval - Penrose Steps [Club Djembe] 37:06 11. Abe Duque feat. Blake Baxter - What Happened [Abe Duque Records] 40:12 12. Beat Spacek - I Wanna Know (Seven Davis Jr Midnight Remix) [Ninja Tune] 44:27 13 Benji Candelario & Wayne Rollins feat. Cinnamon Brown - Paradise (Kenny Dope Remix) [Dopewax] 48:32 14. Makèz feat. Goya Gumbani & Javontte - SIMULATE [No Art] 52:07 15 Voices - Can You See The Light (K.O.T Classic Mix) [4 To The Floor Records] 56:48

Adam Ten – I Never Knew by Defected Records

Tracklist: 1. Makez X Lyma - Come Back Tomorrow [Defected] 00:00 2. ANOTR feat. 3DDY - Like It [No Art] 05:56 3. Edd - To The Rescue [Metamorfosi] 11:37 4. Soulsearcher - Feelin Love (RUZE & Chesster Remix) [Soulfuric Trax] 15:46 5. George Smeddles & House Gospel Choir - Angels [PIV] 19:45 6. Kolter - Need U, Want U [Heist Recordings] 23:30 7. Nina Simone - See-Line Woman (Mochakk Mix) [Verve] 28:00 8. Richy Ahmed - So Special [Solid Grooves] 31:52 9. Adam Ten - I Never Knew [Defected] 35:53 10. MOST RATED: Jonas Blue - Girl [Defected] 39:56 11. Unfazed - A Gira (Emanuel Satie, Maga, Sean Doron, Tim Engelhardt & Scenarios Remix) [Spinnin’ Deep] 44:39 12. Dajae - Brighter Days (Harry Romero House Me Up Remix) [Cajual Records] 48:31 13. TSHA & HoneyLuv feat. Ellie Maxwell - I Need U [Warner] 53:02 14. ADR - Is It You (Or Is It Me) [Tszr] 57:48 15. Riordan - Feel The Funk [Hot Creations] 1:01:30 16. Sam Divine - Club Musik [555] 1:05:26 17. Cromby - House Flava [Big Saldo’s Chunkers] 1:09:45 18. Ammo Avenue - How Good [DFTD] 1:13:30 19. G Club Presents Banda Sonora - Guitarra G [Defected] 1:18:10 20. Spiller feat. Sophie Ellis Bextor - Groovejet (not without friends Remix) [Defected] 1:23:13 21. Patrick Topping - Love Me [Metamorfosi] 1:28:23 22. Danny Howard & LIGHTLEAK - The Pipe [Nothing Else Matters] 1:32:49 23. Solardo - Forever [Defected] 1:35:32 24. Discoplex - In The House Music [555] 1:39:46 25. Four Tet - Baby (Tony Romera Remix) [Text Records] 1:44:16 26. Copyright feat. Song Williamson - He Is (Ferrer & Sydenham Inc Vox Mix) [Defetced] 1:48:46 27. Mr Fingers feat. Brianna - When You Need Me [Alleviated] 1:55:00

Tracklist: 1. TMPLE - Up In Degrees [TMPLE] 00:00 2. Adam Ten - I Never Knew [Defected] 05:51 3. Boogie Vice feat. Luukhanyo - 2AM [DFTD] 09:06 4.mFourth Phase - Rooftop Bar [Snatch! Records] 15:00 5. Cj Jeff - Aretha [Abracadabra] 20:05 6. Captain Planet & Tony Allen - Tony’s House [Bastard Jazz Records] 24:26 7. Nina Simone - See-Line Woman (Mochakk Mix) [Verve] 28:32 8. Norty Cotto - Stand On Up (United House Mix) [Naughty Boy Music] 32:31 9. Deetron & Seth Troxler - Each Step (Powerhouse Mix) [Defected] 36:19 10. MOST RATED: Delano Smith feat. Ash Lauren - Detroit Deep [Mixmode Recordings] 40:54 11. Life On Planets & Plaisance - Keep Going [Heist Recordings] 45:45 12. Chez Damier X Supernova - Can You Feel It [KMS Records] 49:47 13. Jame Stark & SILAS - Seasons [Summer-ized Seasons] 54:42 14, Dames Brown feat. Waajeed - Glory (Floorplan Remix) [Defected] 59:14 15. Soft House Company - What You Need (Micky More & Andy Tee Remix) [Groove Culture] 1:04:48 16. DJ Pierre - Feel The Spirit Moving! [Snatch! Records] 1:09:19 17. Seven Davis Jr. - UGLY HOT [Seven Davis Jr.] 1:12:58 18. Harry Romero - Renegades [Black Book Records] 1:16:06 19. DJ Split - Tape Zone [Indulgence Records] 1:19:53 20. Make A Dance - Young Man (Club Dub 909) [M.A.D Records] 1:23:10 21. The DangeFeel Newbies - What Am I Here For? (Kai Alcé NDATL Vocal Mix) [Defected] 1:27:28 22. Ladymonix - DADADADA [Frizner Electric] 1:32:16 23. NY STOMP - Never Forget House [Royal Oak] 1:35:19 24. Guti - El Solitario (Carl Craig Remix) [Defected] 1:39:38 25. Rimarkable - NEURODIVERGENCE [Betty Jean’s Dream] 1:43:42 26. EBD - Phase Shift [Mother Tongue Records] 1:48:56 27. Terrance Parker - Saved Forever (C2 Mix) [Defected] 1:53:56 28. Natasha Diggs & Megatronic - LEEN [The Jazz Diaries] 1:57:10

Manchester duo and leaders of the UK house scene Solardo arrive on Defected with ‘Forever’, using the vocals of Key to Life and Sabrina Johnston’s 4TTF classic of the same name. The pair made their long-awaited Defected event debut in 2025, delivering their signature house and techno sound for the London label’s Pacha residency in Ibiza. Since this fan favourite set, they have continued to tour internationally, with a recent, major UK appearance at Claptone’s Masquerade London show in 2026 alongside Green Velvet. In addition to their dynamic live shows, Solardo also nurture fresh talent with their label Sola while also releasing on dance music’s hottest labels. With a throwback sonic that calls to mind the second golden era of deep house in the 2010s, ‘Forever’ is a high-energy dancefloor filler with a far-reaching vocal and slick, bassy production. Sure to be heard across the world’s biggest stages this summer and beyond, Solardo’s first Defected original is here.

Dames Brown - Take Me As I Am (Moodymann Remix) by Defected Records

Tracklist: 1. TSHA & HoneyLuv feat. Ellie Maxwell - I Need U [Warner] 00:00 2, Solardo - Forever [Defected] 05:47 3, CASSIMM & Lefti - The Message [Golden Recordings] 09:32 4, RSquared feat. Stee Downes - Another Fact [Moodchild Records] 13:32 5. Emanuel Satie, Maga & Sean Doron - Moving On [Scenarios] 18:47 6. Hot Since 82 - Behind Me [PIV] 22:43 7. Jonas Blue - Girl [Defected] 28:13 8. IDRIS & Sio - The Drum [Sound International] 33:07 9. Alex Wann & JUNO - Allo [Crosstown Rebels] 37:45 10. Adam Port & SG Lewis - Be The One [Keinemusik] 41:39 11. MOST RATED: Dam Swindle feat. DJ Minx - Back To The Old School [Heist Recordings] 45:09 12. Brothers Macklovitch & DRAMA - Lots Of Love [Fool’s Gold Records] 51:00 13. Mellizos & Mixmasters - My Life Is A Disco [LTF Records] 54:44 14. Hannah Wants - Ghetto [DFTD] 58:41 15. Carlita & Paige Cavell - Patchwork [Ninja Tune] 1:02:37 16. Dusky - Keep On (Club Mix) [17 Steps] 1:06:20 17. Sem Jacobs & Tagmann - DC Ten Thousand Dreams [FUNKiMAN] 1:10:04 18. Darius Syrossian & George Smeddles - Back In The Dance [DFTD] 1:14:32 19. GENNARO - So Good (Heat Mix) [Solid Grooves] 1:18:44 20. Deetron - Filter [Defected] 1:24:21 21. Mateo Dufour - Break It Up [Get Traum] 1:28:20 22. Dunmore Brothers feat. Ben Westbeech - Trust Me [Solid Grooves] 1:32:20 21. Propsa & Murda Beatz - Baby [CircoLoco Records] 1:37:04 22. Groove Theory & Cloonee - One Question [Epic / Legacy] 1:41:02 23. Syncia x Cash Only x Eljé - Something Something [Love & Other] 1:45:22 24. BLOND:ISH - In Da Jungle [Maison Arts] 1:48:32 25. Ferreck Dawn - Say What You Mean [Defected] 1:53:25 26. Cupidon & Milan - Feel It [Sundae Sauuce] 1:56:55

Tracklist: 1. Jonas Blue - Girl [Defected] 00:00 2. Adam Ten & Asulin - Warawara (Hot Since 82 Remix) [Hot Creations] 06:07 3. Mellizos & Mixmasters - My Life Is A Disco [LTF Records] 11:58 4. Deetron - Filter [Defected] 15:58 5. Luke Alessi & William Kiss - Ride The Rhythm [Life And Death] 18:58 6. Sem Jacobs & Tagmann - Jiggy Jerry [PIV] 24:08 7. RUZE & Chesster - Another Night [Soulfuric Trax] 28:36 8. Ferreck Dawn - Say What You Mean [Defected] 32:48 9. Dunmore Brothers feat. Ben Westbeech - Trust Me [Solid Grooves] 36:02 10. Rio Tashan feat. Kosmo Kint - Expressions [Rio Tashan] 40:49 11. MOST RATED: Four Tet - Baby (Tony Romera Remix) [Text Records] 45:21 12. Makèz - Good To Me [Kaoz Theory] 50:16 13. BLOND:ISH - In Da Jungle [Maison Arts] 54:54 14. Monki - Drum Beat Goes Like This [Tszr Records] 59:20 15. Kolter - Trapped [Koltrax] 1:03:31 16. Ammo Avenue - How Good [DFTD] 1:07:12 17. The Trip - Body Talk [Clubdance] 1:11:55 18. Simone De Kunovich - Future Primitive [OG Records] 1:15:42 19. Spiller feat. Sophie Ellis-Bextor - Groovejet (not without friends remix) [Defected] 1:18:43 20. Rooléh - For You (Assiove) [Tszr Records] 1:23:48 21. Oden & Fatzo feat. Poppy Baskcomb - Tell Me What You Want [Defected] 1:28:43 22. Malikk - So Smooth (Gorge & Nick Curly Remix) [8Bit Records] 1:31:58 23. Emanuel Satie - Activate [Cocoon Recordings] 1:36:58 24. Salt Queen - Are U Ok [Samples From Mars] 1:41:21 25. Max Dean & Luke Dean - Gets Like That (Jamie Jones Remix) [DX3N] 1:46:06 26. Easttown - Prime [Factory 93 Records] 1:50:58 27. Nez - Love Calls [The Wild Children LLC] 1:52:58 28. YOURS - OUR LOVE (80’s) [Defected] 1:55:17

Defected family returns to the label as Ferreck Dawn delivers ‘Say What You Mean’. The Dutch house artist is one of the most prolific names in the Defected Records catalogue, with over 10 new label releases since 2020, from ‘In Arms’ with Robosonic all the way to ‘Deep Inside’ with Hayley May. In addition to his sleek, groove-laden house tracks, Ferreck Dawn continues to represent the brand globally, playing for its upcoming Ibiza season at Chinois and flagship festival in Malta. His latest offering on the London label, ‘Say What You Mean’ combines Ferreck’s cool house feel with vocalist Stevie Appleton’s soulful tone, creating a driving record that is equal parts radio-ready and club-focussed.

Tracklist: Ruze & Danny Howard - Story Of My Life [Nothing Else Matters] 00:00 Last Value - House Is A Feeling [Hellbent Records] 05:39 Patrick Topping - Love Me [Metamorfosi] 09:55 James Poole - Lease Of Life [Defected] 14:24 ALISHA X Inner City - Good Life [Armada] 18:32 Tommy Phillips - Million Things [Warner] 23:46 TEED - Come Together (Isaac Carter Remix) [Nice Age] 29:13 Boogie Vice feat. Luukhanyo - 2AM [DFTD] 33:55 Honey Dijon feat. Chloe - The Nightlife (Club Mix) [SOS] 38:43 MOST RATED: Carlita feat. Paige Cavell - Patchwork [Ninja Tune] 43:53 Mr. V, Jordan Brando & Luuk Van Dijk - Jus Dance [DFTD] 47:59 Dam Swindle - Find A Way To Believe [King Street Records] 52:25 Marshall Jefferson & Tim Sanders - Watch Out Now [Helix Records] 57:40 DJ Minx - Energy [Rekids] 59:35 Bastian Bux - Buttercup [Petit Comite of House] 1:04:13 Ruze, Chesster & DJ Spen - Remember [PIV] 1:07:14 Sam Divine - Club Musik [555] 1:12:44 Jamie Jones - Pliva (HoneyLuv Remix) [Circle] 1:17:23 Huxley - Pinball [Rekids] 1:22:17 Cristoph - Gimme The Love [Toolroom] 1:25:56 Malikk - So Smooth (Gorge & Nick Curly Remix) [8Bit Records] 1:30:28 Melé & Jords & Wonky Logic - So High [Defected] 1:35:00 Jonas Blue & Malive - Edge Of Desire [Defected] 1:38:05 Adam Port & SG Lewis - Be The One [Keinemusik] 1:41:26 Jonas Rathsman - Tobago (Serve Cold, Bensy & Grigoré Remix) [DFTD] 1:44:48 Andrea Oliva - Spotlight [VOD] 1:48:44 Maverick Sabre - Come Fly Away (KANT Remix) [EMI] 1:54:29

Spiller - Groovejet (If This Ain't Love) (not without friends remix) by Defected Records

International producer, DJ and tastemaker Melé presents ‘So High’ with UK rapper Jords and multi-faceted producer Wonky Logic, the first single from his forthcoming Defected LP. The Club Bad founder is known for his high energy and percussive house sound, lighting up dancefloors around the world from his native UK to his newfound home of Miami. Melé has built a strong relationship with house institution Defected Records, most recently headlining their sold-out fabric London show in February 2026, while also playing at their flagship parties in Croatia, Malta and Ibiza for many years. ‘So High’ heralds the release of his upcoming LP with the label later in 2026, with this first single spotlighting Melé’s love for hip-hop alongside Jords, an established London rapper whose flow has recently featured on records with J Clu, Kobie Dee and Marie Dahlstrom. Also bringing his prowess to the release is Wonky Logic, a London-based multi-instrumentalist who has worked closely with artists like Nala Sinephro and Nubya Garcia, as well as performing and recording with Nightmares on Wax, K.O.G and Yellow Days. Together the three artists deliver ‘So High’; Melé’s percussive expertise combines with Jords’ dynamic lyricism and distinctly UK sound as Wonky Logic’s world-class guitar riffs bring a live sensibility, bridging the gap between electronic and instrumental. Promising a unique sound that brings together house and hip-hop influences in one sleek package, Defected is very proud to present much more from Melé in 2026 and beyond.

All things Defected: https://defected.komi.io/ Tracklist: Soulsearcher – Feelin Love (Ruze & Chesster Remix) [Soulfuric] 00:00 Gorgon City feat. Caroline Byrne - Run It Back (Luuk Van Dijk Remix) [Realm Records] 04:32 Ferreck Dawn - Say What You Mean [Defected] 08:17 Kolter - Trapped [Koltrax] 12:10 Rimarkable & Saison - Make It Shake [No Fuss Records] 16:54 Carlita feat. Paige Cavell - Patchwork [Ninja Tune] 21:54 Jazzy & East Ends Dubs - On A Wave [Chaos] 25:09 Sam Divine - Club Musik [555] 28:52 Johnny Corporate - Sunday Shoutin’ (TSHA Remix) [Defected] 33:26 MOST RATED: Honey Dijon feat. Jacob Lusk - Satisfied [SOS] 38:58 Boogie Vice feat. Luukhanyo - 2AM [DFTD] 43:40 Melé & Jords & Wonky Logic - So High [Defected] 50:19 Emanuel Satie, Maga & Sean Doron - Moving On [Scenarios] 53:24 Hot Since 82 & Avision - In The Air [Knee Deep In Sound] 57:54 Prospa & Cloonee - Free Your Mind [CircoLoco Records] 1:01:53 Lauren Lo Sung - Lilia’s Dub [STORIES] 1:06:13 Sambo - How Do You Feel [Cecille] 1:10:12 NESI (ES) - That’s It [555] 1:14:39 Vidaloca - Ahora Si! [LTF Records] 1:18:23 Luke Alessi - Guacamole [Coffee Cola] 1:22:36 Rio Tashan feat. Kosmo Kint - Expressions [Rio Tashan] 1:25:49 Max Dean & Luke Dean - Gets Like That (Jamie Jones Remix) [DX3N] 1:30:17 Lego - El Ritmo De Verdad (Aitor Astiz Remix) [DFTD] 1:35:22 Adam Ten & Asulin - Warawara [Hot Creations] 1:40:36 Samm - Say What You Mean [Magnifik Music] 1:44:29 Brunello & Hilel Lev - Apathy [Mellow Circus Records] 1:49:04 Fish Go Deep feat. Tracey K - Cure & The Cause (Dennis Ferrer Remix) [Defected] 1:54:39

Every year, we drop a mix at the beginning of summer that is made to become your soundtrack for the upcoming Ibiza season. Ahead of our residency at Chinois, this is our latest mix, featuring music from the likes of ANOTR, Jonas Blue, Jamie Jones, Prospa, Jazzy & many more! Defected Chinois 2026 - TICKETS: https://chinois.com/residents/defected ANOTR feat. 54 Ultra - Talk To You [No Art] O Flynn - Fara [Glitterbox Recordings] Jonas Blue & Malive - Edge Of Desire [Defected] Melé, Jords & Wonky Logic - So High [Defected] Ferreck Dawn - Say What You Mean [Defected] Emanuel Satie - Give It All [Defected] Jamie Jones - My Paradise (Vintage Culture Remix) [Defected] Nick Curly - Underground (Danny P X Caleb Laurenson Remix) [Defected] Prospa & Cloonee - Free Your Mind [CircoLoco Records] Rossi. & Jazzy - High On Me [Chaos] Jamback - Positive [CircoLoco Records] Franky Rizardo - Shinjuku [LTF Records] Route 94 - 4 Get The Girl [Defected] Oden & Fatzo X Barney Bones - My Temptations [Defected] Nic Fanciulli & Butch - I Want You [Defected] Jonas Rathsman - Tobago (Serve Cold, Bensy & Grigoré Remix) [DFTD] Samm - Body Language [Abracadabra] Riva Starr feat. Harry Stone - It Feels Much Better [Snatch! Records] Maverick Sabre - Come Fly Away (KANT Remix) Chris Malinchak - So Good To Me [Ministry Of Sound]

Tracklist: Rooléh - For You (Assiove) [Tszr Records] 00:00 DJ Spiller feat. Sophie Ellis Bextor - Groovejet (not without friends Remix) [Defected] 05:58 Harry Romero - Feels Good [Cecille] 11:28 Rio Tashan feat. Kosmo Kint - Expressions [Rio Tashan] 16:30 Mason Collective - Room For Me [Nervous] 20:48 Melé & Jords & Wonky Logic - So High [Defected] 24:34 Huxley - Pinball [Rekids] 27:37 Moby, BLOND:ISH & Kiko Franco - Natural Blues [Defected] 31:30 Rimarkable & Saison - Make It Shake [No Fuss Records] 35:49 MOST RATED: Nez - LOVE CALLS [The Wild Children LLC.] 41:11 Samm - Say What You Mean [Magnifik Music] 44:00 Dennis Ferrer - Hey Hey (DF’s Attention Vocal Mix) [Defected] 48:23 Mathias Kaden - Keep Balance [Rekids] 51:42 Avision - Goes Like This [Groundrule Records] 55:53 Riva Starr - Shine A Light (On Me) [Rekids] 59:22 Easttown - Prime [Factory 93 Records] 1:02:52 George Smeddles - Stay [IN / ROTATION] 1:06:20 Nick Curly - All Smiles [Saved Records] 1:10:32 Kristin Velvet - Build That Beat [Hot Creations] 1:13:33 Pietro Over Jack - We’re Gonna Party [Rap Jack Music] 1:17:04 Blaise Bracic - In Love With My 909 [Disorder] 1:20:38 Funki Cadets feat. Willy Soul - Feelin’ Good Tonight (DJ Minx Remix) [Vega Records] 1:25:37 Highlite & Peredel - She’s A Freak (I Aint Crazy) [Get Physical] 1:30:26 Salt Queen - ARE U OK [Samples From Mars] 1:34:32 Scan 7 - The Resistance [Tresor] 1:39:38 Jonas Rathsman - Tobago (Serve Cold, Bensy & Grigoré Remix) [DFTD] 1:43:18 Moeaike, Picca & Mars - Move In Time [Madorasindahouse Records] 1:47:28 Orsay & Kotier - 1886 [Abracadabra] 1:52:16 Dames Brown - Take Me As I Am (Moodymann Remix) [Defected] 1:56:13

Tracklist: 1. Melé & Jords & Wonky Logic - So High [Defected] 2. Jonas Blue X Salif Keita - Madan [Universal] 3. GUDFELLA feat. Jitwam - Morning Coffee [THRIVE MUSIC] 4. Last Value - House Is A Feeling [Hellbent Records] 5. Nick Curly - All Smiles [Saved Records] 6. Supernova - Velvet Avenue [Lapsus Music] 7. Ferreck Dawn - Say What You Mean [Defected] 8. Klaudie - Keep it Going (Kellie Allen Remix) [PVCLB] 9. Blaise Bracic - In Love With My 909 [Disorder] 10. MOST RATED: ANOTR feat. 54 Ultra - Talk To You [No Art] 11. The Trip - Body Talk [Clubdance] 12. Sam Divine - Club Musik [555] 13. Jesse Perez feat. Blue Mystic - Esa Chiquita [No Art] 14. Stefan Meser - Electrifying [PVCLB] 15. Discoplex - In The House Music [555] 16. Jordan Moxey & Tom Bauer - Higher [Critereo Music] 17. Lego - El Ritmo De Verdad (Aitor Astiz Remix) [DFTD] 18. Hot Since 82 - Behind Me [PIV] 19. Josh Baker & Eliza Rose - Down To The Bone [Baker’s Dozen] 20. 2Chris Stussy feat. KUČKA - Fantasy [Up The Stuss] 21. Route 94 - 4Get The Girl [Defected] 22. Dean Turnley - Actin’ Tough [ROSSI.HOME//GRXWN.] 23. Franky Rizardo - Shinjuku [LTF Records] 24. Riva Starr & Deetron feat. Eljé - Save Me No More (Riva Starr Club Dub) [Snatch! Records] 25. Olive F - Soul Soup [Griffintown Records] 26. Nic Fanciulli - La Luna [Saved Records] 27. Sonan & LOSTBOYJAY - Taking Us Higher [Distrokid]

1. DJ Spiller feat. Sophie Ellis Bextor - Groovejet (not without friends Remix) [Defected] 00:00 2. Diego Barrera - All I Got [Snatch! Records] 05:54 3. Kristin Velvet - Build That Beat [Hot Creations] 10:09 4. Lego - El Ritmo De Verdad (Aitor Astiz Remix) [DFTD] 14:40 5. GUDFELLA feat. Jitwam - Morning Coffee [THRIVE MUSIC] 19:35 6. Makez feat. Life On Planets - Anywhere Anywhere [Kaoz Theory] 23:33 7. Oden & Fatzo X Barney Bones - My Temptations [Defected] 28:31 8. Rooléh - For You (Assiove) [Tszr Records] 32:38 9. Nick Curly - All Smiles [Saved Records] 37:09 10. NY Stomp - Luv Me (I Need Ur Luv) [Clone Royal Oak] 41:56 11. MOST RATED: Franky Rizardo - Shinjuku [LTF Records] 47:37 12. Josh Baker & Eliza Rose - Down To The Bone [Baker’s Dozen] 53:32 13. Jamie Jones - Murder Mystery (Kolter Remix) [Hot Creations] 57:45 14. Calle Lebraun - Visions [DFTD] 1:01:53 15. Route 94 - 4Get The Girl [Defected] 1:05:41 16. Butters - Body Move [blanc rotation] 1:09:29 17. Max Dean - Talking To Myself [DX3N] 1:13:54 18. Propsa & Cloonee - Free Your Mind [CircoLoco Records] 1:20:21 19. Patrick Topping - Pop That [Hellbent Records] 1:24:53 20. Ranger Trucco & Nate Katz - Looney Tune [range.] 1:28:56 21. TEED & Isaac Carter - Come Tonight (Isaac Carter Remix) [Nice Age] 1:33:12 22. NATE08 feat. Benni Ola - Waiting (Dam Swindle Remix) [Needwant] 1:38:20 23. Kadosh & a Dieu feat. Roland Clark - The Underground [Frau Blau] 1:42:54 24. Liva K X Oveous - Blessings [Crosstown Rebels] 1:47:43 25. Jonas Rathsman - Tobago (Serve Cold, Bensy & Grigoré Remix) [DFTD] 1:52:11 26. Honey Dijon feat. Adi Oasis, Danielle Ponder & Suni MF - Just Friends [SOS] 1:56:22

Parisian electronic favourites Oden & Fatzo return to Defected alongside LA rapper and songwriter Barney Bones for ‘My Temptations’. The relationship between eclectic DJ and producer duo Oden & Fatzo and Defected grows stronger year on year, with the eclectic duo set to play at all of the London label’s key events this year, including its 2026 Ibiza season at Chinois and flagship festivals in both Croatia and Malta. Coming in hot after a headline show at OUTERNET in the heart of London city centre in March 2026, Oden & Fatzo deliver their latest single alongside Los Angeles musician Barney Bones - a rising vocalist and writer who has worked with dance music tastemakers like Channel Tres, DRAMA and KAYTRANADA. Spotlighting Oden & Fatzo’s signature, glossy French touch-inspired sonic, ‘My Temptations’ brings together filter-led production and funk-laden basslines with Barney Bones’ modern vocals and effortless style.

Parisian electronic favourites Oden & Fatzo return to Defected alongside LA rapper and songwriter Barney Bones for ‘My Temptations’. The relationship between eclectic DJ and producer duo Oden & Fatzo and Defected grows stronger year on year, with the eclectic duo set to play at all of the London label’s key events this year, including its 2026 Ibiza season at Chinois and flagship festivals in both Croatia and Malta. Coming in hot after a headline show at OUTERNET in the heart of London city centre in March 2026, Oden & Fatzo deliver their latest single alongside Los Angeles musician Barney Bones - a rising vocalist and writer who has worked with dance music tastemakers like Channel Tres, DRAMA and KAYTRANADA. Spotlighting Oden & Fatzo’s signature, glossy French touch-inspired sonic, ‘My Temptations’ brings together filter-led production and funk-laden basslines with Barney Bones’ modern vocals and effortless style.

Tracklist: 1. Route 94 - Forget The Girl [Defected] 00:00 2. Chris Stussy & S.A.M. - Breather [Up The Stuss] 05:39 3. Jazzy & East End Dubs - On A Wave [Chaos] 12:14 4. Paisley Jenson - Way You Move [DFTD] 15:43 5. NESI (ES) - That’s It [555] 20:54 6. Lego - El Ritmo De Verdad (Aitor Astiz Remix) [DFTD] 25:10 7. Nick Curly - The Underground (Danny P X Caleb Laurenson Remix) [Defected] 30:06 8. CASSIMM & LEFTI - The Message [Golden Recordings] 35:34 9. TSHA - Revolution [Jackfruit] 39:33 10. MOST RATED: RUZE & Chesster - Another Night [Soulfuric Trax] 43:12 11. HoneyLuv & Seth Troxler feat. Paul Johnson - Sex & The City (MK Dub Mix) [Tuskegee] 48:21 12. Eliza Rose & DJ Tennis - Playa Paradiso [Life And Death] 53:02 13. Emanuel Satie - Give It All (Hot Since 82 Remix) [Defected] 57:38 14. Riva Starr - Shine A Light (On Me) [Rekids] 1:03:04 15. Ewan McVicar - Share The House (Bullet Tooth Remix) [Robots & Humans] 1:06:53 16. Scarlett O’Malley - Say Yes To The Groove [Kaoz Theory] 1:10:53 17. Olive F - Hot Sauce [DFTD] 1:15:12 18. Danny Tenaglia - Music Is The Answer (Joe Friend and Steve Friend Edit) [Booty Session Uno] 1:19:23 19. Route 94 - Tell You Why (Jess Bays & RozálesD Re-Tell) [White Label] 1:24:47 20. DJ SKT feat. Rae - Take Me Away (GAZZ Remix) [DFTD] 1:30:10 21. Jamback & MC Flipside - Freq The Frequency [Solid Grooves] 1:35:21 22. Supernova - The Bloom [Lapsis Music] 1:38:33 23. ANOTR feat. 54 Ultra - Talk To You [No Art] 1:42:26 24. Fedele - Gentle Dance [Dynamic] 1:46:52 25. Chinonegro - Chardonnay [8Bit Records] 1:50:43 26. Vibe Killer & Javi Bora - Bumpy [Paradise] 1:53:43 27. Arielle Free feat. MDL - Shy [Defected] 1:57:54

British DJ, producer and label boss Hot Since 82 steps up to remix a Defected favourite from 2025, Emanuel Satie’s ‘Give It All’. First released at the tail end of the year, ‘Give It All’ made waves as a distinct club record, with its choral-like sound heard across multiple continents on tour with the Dutch house maverick, while also impacting the UK with spins on BBC Radio 1, BBC R1 Dance and Kiss FM. Now continuing the story of ‘Give It All’, Yorkshire’s electronic titan Hot Since 82 adds his signature uplifting and synth-first style to the record, creating a relentless energy that truly amps up the euphoric feel while ensuring its club longevity.

Tracklist: 1. ANOTR feat. 54 Ultra - Talk To You [No Art] 00:00 2. Daphni - Waiting So Long [Jiaolong] 05:17 3. Mellizos - Q Drop [LTF Records] 08:58 4. Oden & Fatzo - My Temptations [Defected] 12:56 5. Daniel Steinberg - Free Living [Rekids] 17:03 6. Cj Jeff - Aretha [Abracadabra] 20:35 7. Groove Armada - Love’s Theme [Glitterbox Recordings] 24:07 8. Cristoph - Gimme The Love [Toolroom] 29:35 9. Emanuel Satie - Give It All (Hot Since 82 Remix) [Defected] 33:32 10. Jonas Rathsman - Tobago (Serve Cold, Bensy & Grigoré Remix) [DFTD] 39:36 11. MOST RATED: Damond Ramsey feat. Jazzy Jay - Living Well [Quantize Recordings] 43:47 12. Josh Butler - Hideout (Huxley Remix) [Origins Records] 49:18 13. Tuccillo - Get Me Out [House Of Tucci] 52:51 14. Makez - Good To Me [Kaoz Theory] 57:26 15. KOKO.IT - The Gift (Of Life) [Botaniq] 1:02:16 16. Jerome Sydenham & Fatima Njai - I Wish [Ibadan Sound] 1:05:30 17. Solarce Brothers & Jame C - One Woman Man [Motraxx] 1:08:55 18. Nic Fanciulli - Revolution [Saved Records] 1:13:33 19. Deetron & Seth Troxler - Each Step (Powerhouse Mix) [Defected] 1:17:34 20. Adam Ten & Asulin - Warawara [Hot Creations] 1:24:25 21. Calle Lebraun - Visions [Reson8Records] 1:28:58 22. Route 94 - Forget The Girl [Defected] 1:33:05 23. Lance DeSardi - The Strobe [Legwork Records] 1:37:06 24. N-You-Up & Boogie Vice - Come On Closer [Definitive Recordings] 1:42:18 25. Dam Swindle X DJ Pierre & Simon Doty - Come Together [King Street Records] 1:46:54 26. Jonas Blue X Sallie Keita - Madan [Decca Records] 1:50:43 27. Mind Against - Love Seeking [Life & Death] 1:54:49

Rising talents Danny P and Caleb Laurenson step up to remix a modern Defected classic from Nick Curly, ‘Underground’. Hailing from Dublin, Danny P is a young producer and DJ quickly gaining a strong reputation on the underground scene thanks to previous collaborations with Finn Penny, Riordan and Caleb Laurenson. He teams up with the latter once more for this remix, with Caleb Laurenson’s sound heard across BBC Radio 1 and Kiss FM and supported by top selectors like Chris Stussy, Obskür and Kettama. Originally released in 2012, Nick Curly’s ‘Underground’ received a remix from Dennis Ferrer soon after its release, with both versions remaining record box staples for house heads in the know to this day. Now lending their bouncy, energetic style to the record nearly 15 years later, Danny P & Caleb Laurenson’s take on the soulful house OG transforms ‘Underground’ from club groover to big room heater.

All things Defected: https://defected.komi.io/ Tracklist: Emanuel Satie - Give It All (Hot Since 82 Remix) [Defected] 00:00 Adam Ten & Mita Gami - Millions Pieces (Malive Remix) [Maccabi House] 07:28 RUZE - Mister DJ [PIV] 11:03 Cinthie - Deep Inside Love (D Stone Remix) [Heist Recordings] 15:04 Oden & Fatzo - My Temptations [Defected] 19:01 Lucky & Mad.Again - Sweat [Hot Creations] 23:07 Patrick Topping - Pop That [Hellbent Records] 27:40 Nic Fanciulli - Revolution [Saved Records] 31:46 Piem feat. SLM - Activated [Defected] 34:46 MOST RATED: Nick Curly - The Underground (Danny P X Caleb Laurenson Remix) [Defected] 38:51 Danny Howard - Knockin’ [Nothing Else Matters] 44:33 Jazzy & East End Dubs - On A Wave [Chaos] 49:14 Sam Divine - The Groove [555] 53:09 Franky Rizardo - Zero Azucar [LTF Records] 57:09 Chris Stussy - Seeing Is Believing (Kolter Remix)[PIV] 1:00:54 Dam Swindle X DJ Pierre & Simon Doty - Come Together [King Street Records] 1:05:39 Jesse Perez & Blue Mystic - Esa Chiquita [No Art] 1:10:14 Chinonegro - Mi Gentee [Botaniq] 1:15:04 DJ SKT feat. Rae - Take Me Away (GAZZ Remix) [DFTD] 1:19:02 JayC & Gissa - Too Much For Me [Defected] 1:24:12 Joshwa - Out Of My Mind [Hellbent Records] 1:28:36 Archie Hamilton feat. Cecelia - Push Up On Me [Method 808] 1:32:52 RUZE & Chesster - Another Night [Soulfuric Trax] 1:37:48 Makez feat. Life On Planets - Downstream [No Art] 1:42:42 D Stone - Time Selection [Heist Recordings] 1:48:00 Riva Starr & Deetron feat. Eljé - Save Me No More (Riva Starr Club Dub) 1:52:13 Huxley & S-Man - Callin [Aus Music] 1:57:21

Two rising Dutch talents, Gissa & JAYC land Defected Records with club-ready heater ‘Too Much For Me’. Gissa is a young producer and DJ with an impressive resume already, from playing on some of The Netherland’s coolest stages including The Cuckoo’s nest, Melkweg and Boomerang Beach Club, to locking in dates at Thuishaven, Colorado Charlie and Tomorrowland this summer. A good friend and long-time collaborator, JAYC’s career has followed a similar trajectory as a young artist on the rise. JAYC’s energetic sonic with Balearic influences comes as a result of many summers on the White Isle, complimenting Gissa’s high energy big room sound. Their latest collaboration following 2-track EP It’s Time / Showblow from earlier in 2026, ‘Too Much For Me’ blends hooky vocals with heavy production, creating a sound that is bound for crossover success on dancefloors and airwaves alike.

Tracklist: 1. Nick Curly - The Underground (Danny P X Caleb Laurenson Remix) [Defected] 00:00 2. Levi Swarn - Concrete Bass [neXup recz] 06:15 3. Foynez - Push The Feeling [DOSMUNDOS] 10:56 4. RUZE - Does Your Momma Know? [Factory 93 records] 15:22 5. Piem feat. SLM - Activated [Defected] 19:20 6. Gorge - Three [8Bit Records] 23:49 7. Kolter - Be Real [Koltercamp] 28:38 8. Floorplan - We Give Thee Honor [Classic Music Company] 34:09 9. Flight Facilities feat. BROODS - Forever In My Room [Future Classic] 39:12 10. MOST RATED: Oden & Fatzo - My Temptations [Defected] 43:18 11. Jonas Blue & Malive - Edge Of Desire (Franky Rizardo Remix) [Defected] 47:53 12. Darius Syrossian & George Smeddles - Back In The Dance [DFTD] 51:38 13. Vibe Killers & Javi Bora - Bumpy [Paradise] 56:36 14. Eliza Rose & The Martinez Brothers - Pleasure Peak [Rosebud Recordings] 1:01:04 15. HoneyLuv - Right Spot (Dennis Ferrer Remix) [Crosstown Rebels] 1:04:24 16. JayC & Gissa - Too Much For Me [Defected] 1:09:38 17. Mau P - Neck [Black Book Records] 1:14:06 18. Kepler Vs The Trip - House Nation [KTWL] 1:18:33 19. RUZE & Chesster - Another Night [Soulfuric Trax] 1:22:37 20. Prunk - Galaxy [Haven Trax] 1:27:03 21. Deetron & Seth Troxler - Each Step (Powerhouse Mix) [Defected] 1:32:02 22. Emery Ben - Let Your Body Rock [Deeperfect] 1:38:49 23. Mr. V - Mr. Bongo (Butch Remix) [Defected] 1:42:06 24. DJ Gregory - Block Party (Baron Remix) [Yellow Productions] 1:47:17 25. DJ Jeff - Aretha [Abracadabra] 1:50:09 26. Midland - Final Credits [Classic Music Company] 1:54:27

Piem & SLM - Activated by Defected Records

Deetron & Seth Troxler - Each Step (Powerhouse Mix) by Defected Records

Tracklist: 1. James Poole - Lease Of Life [Defected] 00:00 2. Riva Star & Deetron feat. Elje’ - Save Me No More (Riva Starr Club Dub) [Snatch! Records] 04:55 3. Roboot & Shokë - House Call [Cecille] 09:17 4. JayC & Gissa - Too Much For Me [Defected] 13:46 5. Levi Swarn - Concrete Bass [neXup recz] 18:20 6. Ethan Walsh - Look Good (Franky Rizardo Remix) [Disorder] 22:31 7. Piem feat. SLM - Activated [Defected] 26:27 8. Jay De Lys - Loaded Clipz [Black Book Records] 30:56 9. Sam Divine - The Groove [555] 34:56 10. MOST RATED: Deetron & Seth Troxler - Each Step (Powerhouse Mix) [Defected] 39:03 11. Honey Dijon feat. Bree Runway - Slight Werk [SOS] 46:07 12. DJ Minx & Kendra Foster - Energy [Rekids] 50:40 13. Darius Syrossian & Capri - In Your House [Moxy Musik] 55:46 14. Kieren Jones & Matt Hudson - Lovin’ You [Soulfuric Trax] 1:00:18 15. Foynez - Push The Feeling [DUSMUNDOS] 1:05:18 16. Toman - Worldwide [HIGH CEILINGS] 1:09:48 17. The Brothers Macklovitch, Tony Romera, A-Trak & Mike Dunn - Bump (Flashmob Remix) [A-Trak & Friends] 1:14:34 18. Dennis Quin - Booty Call [Solid Grooves Records] 1:19:33 19. Franky Wah - Light Years [Crosstown Rebels] 1:23:48 20. Kollektiv Turmstrasse - Sorry I Am Late [FFRR] 1:27:51 21. Nocapz. & Coppola - Too Much [DFTD] 1:32:20 22. Joe Rolét - No Hesitation (Max Dean Remix) [Hot Creations] 1:36:04 23. Kolder - So Real [Snatch! Records] 1:40:11 24. Melé - The Latin Track [DFTD] 1:44:10 25. DJ Gregory & Gregor Salto - Canoa [Defected] 1:47:28 26. Mikki Afflick & Marcos Martinez - I Got You (Kuna Tribe Vocal Mix) [Soul Sun Soul Music] 1:51:29 27. Ezra Collective X Eliza Rose feat. Yasmin Lacey - God Gave Me Feet For Dancing [Partisan Records] 1:57:36

Tracklist: 1. Fatboy Slim - Praise You (Purple Disco Machine Remix) [Defected] 00:00 2. Wolfram & Josh Ludlow - YoYo Disco (Purple Disco Machine Remix) [Defected] 07:25 3. Tensnake & Gerd Janson - Push [Armada] 11:46 4. Flight Facilities feat. BROODS - Forever In My Room [Future Classic] 17:13 5. ANOTR & TEED - Sound Of You [No Art] 20:47 6. Elado - I Wanna Dance [Toy Tonics] 25:22 7. Purple Disco Machine - Body Funk [Club Sweat] 30:16 8. Tensnake - Coma Cât (Purple Disco Machine Re-Work) [Defected] 33:53 9. Boris Dlugosch - Keep Pushin’ (Purple Disco Machine Vox Mix) [Peppermint Jam Records] 38:10 10. Baccus - Dont You Know [Sweat It Out] 43:02 11. Garruto - Passport Funk [House Heads] 45:41 12. Paul Johnson - Follow This Beat [Trax Records] 50:02 13. Space Echo - Soul Power [Luv Shack Records] 53:06 14. Hercules & Love Affair - Do You Feel The Same? (Purple Disco Machine Remix) [Defected] 56:12

Rising UK DJ and producer James Poole makes his Defected debut with ‘Lease Of Life’. With a slew of recent releases on the very best tastemaker labels, James Poole has also honed his live skills in some of the UK’s most revered dance music venues like KOKO, LAB11 and 93 Feet East - not to mention recent international debuts in Italy, Croatia, Malta, The Netherlands and Peru. His bright sonic has a reverence for the old school, leading to consistent support from huge names like Chris Stussy, Jamie Jones and Marco Carola. With his talent already proven in major dance circles of today, James Poole now lands on Defected with ‘Lease Of Life’. Combining soulful dance vocals with skippy basslines and solid power, this belter has serious crossover potential with its catchy vocals and dancefloor appeal.

Tracklist: 1. Piem & SLM - Activated [Defected] 00:00 2. Crusy X Calussa - Kids [Saved Records] 05:38 3. Sam Divine - The Groove [555] 11:08 4. Mau P - Neck [Black Book Records] 15:08 5. Nocapz. & Coppola - Too Much [DFTD] 20:38 6. The Brothers Macklovitch, Tony Romera, A-Trak & Mike Dunn - Bump (Flashmob Remix) [A-Trak & Friends] 24:23 7. Matt Hudson & Kieran Jones - Lovin’ You [Soulfuric Trax] 29:18 8. RUZE - I’ll Be Your [South] 33:32 9. Dale Howard - Funk Rider [Hot Creations] 37:43 10. MOST RATED: Joshwa - Out Of My Mind [Hellbent Records] 41:24 11. Josh Baker, Silva Bumpa & Paige Cavell - Feel This Way [Baker’s Dozen] 46:18 12. James Poole - Lease Of Life [Defected] 49:53 13. Enrico Pepsi & CIRE - Get Party [Spinnin’] 53:37 14. Dusky - Percy Veering [17 Steps] 57:14 15. Smokey Bubblin’ B - On The Run [Armada] 1:01:00 16. LF System feat. Obi Franky - Taking Over [Tszr] 1:05:00 17. Emanuel Satie, Maga, Sean Doron & Tim Engelhardt - You Can Dance [Scenarios] 1:10:32 18. Paisley Jenson & Bunny Sigler - Way You Move [DFTD] 1:14:19 19. Kolter - Plastic Jam [Berg Audio] 1:20:06 20. Stefano Noferini - Tonight [Deeperfect] 1:25:35 21. Deetron & Seth Troxler - Each Step [Defected] 1:29:49 22. Jesse Perez X DJ Mind X - Never Talk To Aliens [DFTD] 1:36:26 23. Isaac Carter & Callum Asa - Feel Me (Twisted Dub) [Rhythm Section International] 1:40:45 24. Max Sinàl X KingCrowney feat. Liv East - Intentions [Soul Quest Records] 1:45:50 25. Andrea Oliva & Bensy - Nappp [Defected] 1:51:15 26. Alton Miller - Don’t Go Lose It Baby (Yoruba Soul Mix) [Yoruba Records] 1:56:20

From legendary pop hits like Madonna’s ‘Vogue’, to enduring house anthems like Show Me Love by Robin S and Crystal Waters’ ‘Gypsy Woman (She’s Homeless)’, the Korg M1 can be heard on some of the biggest hits at the time of its manufacturing; 1988 to 1995. Across the entire Defected eco-system the Korg M1 can be heard. Most recently, Liva K’s ‘Track With The Organ’, on which the acclaimed Greek producer and DJ combines digitised vocals with the M1’s hard-hitting basslines and eccentric percussion to create an infectious and powerful record destined for the main stages of the world’s biggest clubs. This inaugural Defected Mini Mix features Liva K's track alongside some of our favourite tracks that use the Korg M1. Tracklist: 1. Osunlade - Envision (Argy Vocal Mix) [Defected] 2. Maya Jane Coles - What They Say [I/AM/ME] 3. Liva K - Track With The Organ [Defected] 4. Livin’ Joy - Dreamer [MCA] 5. Somore feat. Damon Trueitt - I Refuse (What You Want)(Industry Standard Mix) [I Records Black] 6. Kolter - Who You Talking To? [Koltrax] 7. Jaydee - Plastic Dreams [R&S Records] 8. Nick Curly - Underground (Dennis Ferrer Remix) [Defected] 9. Azari & III X Max Dean - Reckless (2024) [Positiva] 10. Jamie Roy - Organ Belta [Trick] 11. Nic Fanciulli feat. Rob Courtois - Set Me Free [Saved Records] 12. Nightcrawlers - Push The Feeling On (MK Dub) [FFRR] 13. Jonas Blue & Malive - Edge Of Desire (Franky Rizardo Remix) [Defected] 14. Chris Stussy & S.A.M. - Breather [Up The Stuss] 15. Eliza Rose & Interplanetary Criminal - B.O.T.A (Baddest Of Them All) [Rosebud Recordings] 16. Robin S - Show Me Love [Champion] 17. Crystal Waters - Gypsy Women (She’s Homeless) [Mercury]

Track list: 1. RUZE & Chesster - Another Night [Soulfuric Trax] 00:00 2. Supernova - Velvet Avenue [Lapsus Music] 06:17 3. Nic Fanciulli & John Summit - Witch Doctor (Hot Since 82 Remix)[Saved Records] 10:36 4. Edd - Dancing Together [Forever Days] 15:36 5. NATE08 feat. Benni Ola - Waiting (Dam Swindle Remix) [Needwant] 21:13 6. Make A Dance - Young Man (Club Dub 909) [M.A.D] 25:14 7. Josh Butler - Sweet Spot [Factory 93 Records] 29:09 8. Paisley Jenson - Way You Move [DFTD] 32:47 9. James Burton - Breakfast Club (Dennis Ferrer Morning Mix) [Four Thirty Two] 38:19 10. Sandy Rivera - I Cant Stop (Joseph Capriati Remix) [Defected] 42:12 11. MOST RATED: Honey Dijon feat. Bree Runway - Slight Werk [SOS] 46:34 12. Sylvio B - It’s Not Over [Step Recordings] 51:48 13. Dusky - Percy Veering [17 Steps] 56:07 14. Ridney - Luv Musica (Luca Guerrieri Remix) [Paharas Musica] 1:00:07 15. Dan Shake - Daisy Disk [Sultra Selects] 1:04:08 16. Nick Curly & Joëlla Jackson - Attention [Cecille] 1:08:52 17. Makèz - Day Starter [No Art] 1:12:50 18. Green Velvet - Bigger Than Prince (Marco Lys Remix) [Relief] 1:18:37 19. Chez Damier X Supernova - Can You Feel It [Armada] 1:23:15 20. Kevin Saunderson feat. Inner City - Future (Kenny Larkin Tension Mix) [Defected] 1:27:32 21. Low Steppa & Crusy - This Is The Sound [DFTD] 1:33:57 22. HoneyLuv X Roland Clark - This Is My Life (Bontan Remix) [Nothing Else Matters] 1:38:28 23. Andrea Oliva & Bensy - Nappp [Defected] 1:42:35 24. Liva K - Track With The Organ [Defected] 1:46:29 25. Hannah Wants feat. ARA - Hold Me (HUGEL Remix) [Defected] 1:51:26 26. MSHU X Lazarusman - Be [MAHABA] 1:56:24

Sign up to be first in line for pre-sale at Defected Malta 2026 on 10th February, 12pm GMT: https://malta.defected.com/ One of the standout moments from Defected Malta 2025: Grammy-nominated tastemaker A-Trak delivers an eclectic sunset set from Café Del Mar. As our debut stream from this iconic water edge location, A-Trak's unmissable set from the fourth edition of Defected Malta is here. Credits: Production Manager: Chris Davies Shot by: Dillon Parsons & Marco Bardusco-Brazier Edit & colour grade: Marco Bardusco-Brazier Audio mastering: Max Craig Produced by: Defected Records

Swiss heavy-hitter Andrea Oliva makes his long-awaited Defected debut with ‘Nappp’, collaborating with the multi-faceted producer, DJ and soul aficionado Bensy. No stranger to the Defected family, ‘Nappp’ comes after multiple releases on the brand’s underground sister label DFTD, most recently including his 2024 remix of Renato Cohen’s ‘Suddenly Funk’. For this latest release, Andrea Oliva enlists the help of French producer and selector Bensy, an acclaimed and established artist who has previously played on line-ups with the likes of Tiësto, Roger Sanchez and Mark Knight. ‘Nappp’ combines Andrea Oliva’s signature looping with Bensy’s soulful touch to create a tastemaker record, one already supported by the likes of Keinemusik, Black Coffee and Adriatique.

Tracklist: 1. ELTE, Oser & Olistein - Just Come Back [Le Passage Records] 00:00 2. Koldar - So Real [Snatch! Records] 04:47 3. Paisley Jenson - Way You Move [DFTD] 08:47 4. Mia Dora - Raw Kiss [Optimo Trax] 15:19 5. ALADAG - Voices [Diynamic] 19:09 6. Emanuel Satie, Maga, Sean Doron & Tim Engelhardt - You Can Dance [Scenarios] 23:47 7. Andrea Oliva & Bensy - Nappp [Defected] 27:22 8. MSHU X Lazarusman - Be [MAHABA] 31:02 9. HotLap - Waitin [7CULT] 35:30 10. MOST RATED: Cody Currie - Better [Freerange Records] 40:00 11. The Revenge - Dance 4 U (Phantom Tango) [Roar Groove] 44:41 12. Tino - Set You Free [Global Swing US] 49:15 13. Honey Dijon feat. Bree Runway - Slight Werk [SOS] 53:26 14. Mr. V, Jordan Brando & Luuk Van Dijk - Jus Dance [Defected] 58:15 15. Joyce Sims & Cam Stockman feat. Joyce Sims - Into My Life [Tszr] 1:03:05 16. Josh Baker, Silva Bumpa & Paige Cavell - Feel This Way [Baker’s Dozen] 1:08:15 17. Darius Syrossian X Capri - In Your House [Moxy Mu:zik] 1:11:35 18. RUZE & Chesster - Another Night [Soulfuric Trax] 1:16:34 19. Crusy X Calussa - Kids [Saved] 1:20:49 20. O’Flynn - Fara [Glitterbox Recordings] 1:25:34 21. Pupa Nas T feat. Denise “Saucey Wow” Belfon - Work (DJ Gregory & Julien Jabre Work The Walk Mix) [Digital Drum] 1:28:34 22. Lauren Flax feat. Sia - You've Changed (MK D-Troit Dub) [DJs Are Not Rockstars] 1:35:48 23. Osunlade - Envision (Argy Vocal Mix) [Defected] 1:41:03 24. Maya Jane Coles - What They Say [I/AM/ME] 1:44:52 25. Liva K - Track With The Organ [Defected] 1:50:13 26. Nick Curly - Switching Levels [8Bit Records] 1:55:07 27. Long Island Brothers - I Still Love You [Signs Of Space] 1:58:38

Defected Records proudly welcomes Detroit powerhouse vocal trio Dames Brown with the release of their long-awaited debut album Take Me As I Am, a vibrant, soulful celebration of the Motor City’s musical heartbeat and a tribute to their late mentor and producer, Amp Fiddler. Rooted deeply in Detroit’s rich musical lineage, Dames Brown aka Athena Johnson, Teresa Marbury, and LaRae Starr embody the spirit of Motown, the groove of Parliament Funkadelic and the fire of Aretha Franklin, weaving the influences of their hometown into a sound that’s timeless yet strikingly fresh. From their beginnings as backup singers for a local jazz instrumentalist to becoming one of the city’s most exciting vocal collectives, their journey has been one of authenticity. It was the late Amp Fiddler who first saw their potential. Crafted primarily at Amp’s home studio, Take Me As I Am is steeped in the essence of Detroit. His unmistakable touch runs through the project, from the lush instrumentation to the unfiltered energy captured in every vocal take. The result is a record that feels alive: spontaneous, deeply emotional and full of personality. Each track is a nod to Detroit’s evolving sound, connecting the dots between the city’s gospel roots and modern house heritage. Collaborations with Detroit luminaries Andrés, Eddie Fowlkes, and Waajeed tie the record firmly to its home soil, while standouts like ‘You’re The One For Me’, ‘Glory’ and ‘What Would You Do’ showcase the trio’s stunning range and charisma. With upcoming shows in their hometown Detroit and an Australia tour, plus recent appearances at Paris Fashion Week alongside Louie Vega, Defected Croatia and Glitterbox at Hï Ibiza, the trio continue to carry their message to audiences around the world; Take Me As I Am marks the start of this new chapter for Dames Brown and a continuation of Detroit’s proud legacy within the Defected family, bold, soulful and unapologetically real.

Defected Records proudly welcomes Detroit powerhouse vocal trio Dames Brown with the release of their long-awaited debut album Take Me As I Am, a vibrant, soulful celebration of the Motor City’s musical heartbeat and a tribute to their late mentor and producer, Amp Fiddler. Rooted deeply in Detroit’s rich musical lineage, Dames Brown aka Athena Johnson, Teresa Marbury, and LaRae Starr embody the spirit of Motown, the groove of Parliament Funkadelic and the fire of Aretha Franklin, weaving the influences of their hometown into a sound that’s timeless yet strikingly fresh. From their beginnings as backup singers for a local jazz instrumentalist to becoming one of the city’s most exciting vocal collectives, their journey has been one of authenticity. It was the late Amp Fiddler who first saw their potential. Crafted primarily at Amp’s home studio, Take Me As I Am is steeped in the essence of Detroit. His unmistakable touch runs through the project, from the lush instrumentation to the unfiltered energy captured in every vocal take. The result is a record that feels alive: spontaneous, deeply emotional and full of personality. Each track is a nod to Detroit’s evolving sound, connecting the dots between the city’s gospel roots and modern house heritage. Collaborations with Detroit luminaries Andrés, Eddie Fowlkes, and Waajeed tie the record firmly to its home soil, while standouts like ‘You’re The One For Me’, ‘Glory’ and ‘What Would You Do’ showcase the trio’s stunning range and charisma. With upcoming shows in their hometown Detroit and an Australia tour, plus recent appearances at Paris Fashion Week alongside Louie Vega, Defected Croatia and Glitterbox at Hï Ibiza, the trio continue to carry their message to audiences around the world; Take Me As I Am marks the start of this new chapter for Dames Brown and a continuation of Detroit’s proud legacy within the Defected family, bold, soulful and unapologetically real.

Defected Records proudly welcomes Detroit powerhouse vocal trio Dames Brown with the release of their long-awaited debut album Take Me As I Am, a vibrant, soulful celebration of the Motor City’s musical heartbeat and a tribute to their late mentor and producer, Amp Fiddler. Rooted deeply in Detroit’s rich musical lineage, Dames Brown aka Athena Johnson, Teresa Marbury, and LaRae Starr embody the spirit of Motown, the groove of Parliament Funkadelic and the fire of Aretha Franklin, weaving the influences of their hometown into a sound that’s timeless yet strikingly fresh. From their beginnings as backup singers for a local jazz instrumentalist to becoming one of the city’s most exciting vocal collectives, their journey has been one of authenticity. It was the late Amp Fiddler who first saw their potential. Crafted primarily at Amp’s home studio, Take Me As I Am is steeped in the essence of Detroit. His unmistakable touch runs through the project, from the lush instrumentation to the unfiltered energy captured in every vocal take. The result is a record that feels alive: spontaneous, deeply emotional and full of personality. Each track is a nod to Detroit’s evolving sound, connecting the dots between the city’s gospel roots and modern house heritage. Collaborations with Detroit luminaries Andrés, Eddie Fowlkes, and Waajeed tie the record firmly to its home soil, while standouts like ‘You’re The One For Me’, ‘Glory’ and ‘What Would You Do’ showcase the trio’s stunning range and charisma. With upcoming shows in their hometown Detroit and an Australia tour, plus recent appearances at Paris Fashion Week alongside Louie Vega, Defected Croatia and Glitterbox at Hï Ibiza, the trio continue to carry their message to audiences around the world; Take Me As I Am marks the start of this new chapter for Dames Brown and a continuation of Detroit’s proud legacy within the Defected family, bold, soulful and unapologetically real.

Defected Records proudly welcomes Detroit powerhouse vocal trio Dames Brown with the release of their long-awaited debut album Take Me As I Am, a vibrant, soulful celebration of the Motor City’s musical heartbeat and a tribute to their late mentor and producer, Amp Fiddler. Rooted deeply in Detroit’s rich musical lineage, Dames Brown aka Athena Johnson, Teresa Marbury, and LaRae Starr embody the spirit of Motown, the groove of Parliament Funkadelic and the fire of Aretha Franklin, weaving the influences of their hometown into a sound that’s timeless yet strikingly fresh. From their beginnings as backup singers for a local jazz instrumentalist to becoming one of the city’s most exciting vocal collectives, their journey has been one of authenticity. It was the late Amp Fiddler who first saw their potential. Crafted primarily at Amp’s home studio, Take Me As I Am is steeped in the essence of Detroit. His unmistakable touch runs through the project, from the lush instrumentation to the unfiltered energy captured in every vocal take. The result is a record that feels alive: spontaneous, deeply emotional and full of personality. Each track is a nod to Detroit’s evolving sound, connecting the dots between the city’s gospel roots and modern house heritage. Collaborations with Detroit luminaries Andrés, Eddie Fowlkes, and Waajeed tie the record firmly to its home soil, while standouts like ‘You’re The One For Me’, ‘Glory’ and ‘What Would You Do’ showcase the trio’s stunning range and charisma. With upcoming shows in their hometown Detroit and an Australia tour, plus recent appearances at Paris Fashion Week alongside Louie Vega, Defected Croatia and Glitterbox at Hï Ibiza, the trio continue to carry their message to audiences around the world; Take Me As I Am marks the start of this new chapter for Dames Brown and a continuation of Detroit’s proud legacy within the Defected family, bold, soulful and unapologetically real.

Defected Records proudly welcomes Detroit powerhouse vocal trio Dames Brown with the release of their long-awaited debut album Take Me As I Am, a vibrant, soulful celebration of the Motor City’s musical heartbeat and a tribute to their late mentor and producer, Amp Fiddler. Rooted deeply in Detroit’s rich musical lineage, Dames Brown aka Athena Johnson, Teresa Marbury, and LaRae Starr embody the spirit of Motown, the groove of Parliament Funkadelic and the fire of Aretha Franklin, weaving the influences of their hometown into a sound that’s timeless yet strikingly fresh. From their beginnings as backup singers for a local jazz instrumentalist to becoming one of the city’s most exciting vocal collectives, their journey has been one of authenticity. It was the late Amp Fiddler who first saw their potential. Crafted primarily at Amp’s home studio, Take Me As I Am is steeped in the essence of Detroit. His unmistakable touch runs through the project, from the lush instrumentation to the unfiltered energy captured in every vocal take. The result is a record that feels alive: spontaneous, deeply emotional and full of personality. Each track is a nod to Detroit’s evolving sound, connecting the dots between the city’s gospel roots and modern house heritage. Collaborations with Detroit luminaries Andrés, Eddie Fowlkes, and Waajeed tie the record firmly to its home soil, while standouts like ‘You’re The One For Me’, ‘Glory’ and ‘What Would You Do’ showcase the trio’s stunning range and charisma. With upcoming shows in their hometown Detroit and an Australia tour, plus recent appearances at Paris Fashion Week alongside Louie Vega, Defected Croatia and Glitterbox at Hï Ibiza, the trio continue to carry their message to audiences around the world; Take Me As I Am marks the start of this new chapter for Dames Brown and a continuation of Detroit’s proud legacy within the Defected family, bold, soulful and unapologetically real.

Defected Records proudly welcomes Detroit powerhouse vocal trio Dames Brown with the release of their long-awaited debut album Take Me As I Am, a vibrant, soulful celebration of the Motor City’s musical heartbeat and a tribute to their late mentor and producer, Amp Fiddler. Rooted deeply in Detroit’s rich musical lineage, Dames Brown aka Athena Johnson, Teresa Marbury, and LaRae Starr embody the spirit of Motown, the groove of Parliament Funkadelic and the fire of Aretha Franklin, weaving the influences of their hometown into a sound that’s timeless yet strikingly fresh. From their beginnings as backup singers for a local jazz instrumentalist to becoming one of the city’s most exciting vocal collectives, their journey has been one of authenticity. It was the late Amp Fiddler who first saw their potential. Crafted primarily at Amp’s home studio, Take Me As I Am is steeped in the essence of Detroit. His unmistakable touch runs through the project, from the lush instrumentation to the unfiltered energy captured in every vocal take. The result is a record that feels alive: spontaneous, deeply emotional and full of personality. Each track is a nod to Detroit’s evolving sound, connecting the dots between the city’s gospel roots and modern house heritage. Collaborations with Detroit luminaries Andrés, Eddie Fowlkes, and Waajeed tie the record firmly to its home soil, while standouts like ‘You’re The One For Me’, ‘Glory’ and ‘What Would You Do’ showcase the trio’s stunning range and charisma. With upcoming shows in their hometown Detroit and an Australia tour, plus recent appearances at Paris Fashion Week alongside Louie Vega, Defected Croatia and Glitterbox at Hï Ibiza, the trio continue to carry their message to audiences around the world; Take Me As I Am marks the start of this new chapter for Dames Brown and a continuation of Detroit’s proud legacy within the Defected family, bold, soulful and unapologetically real.

Defected Records proudly welcomes Detroit powerhouse vocal trio Dames Brown with the release of their long-awaited debut album Take Me As I Am, a vibrant, soulful celebration of the Motor City’s musical heartbeat and a tribute to their late mentor and producer, Amp Fiddler. Rooted deeply in Detroit’s rich musical lineage, Dames Brown aka Athena Johnson, Teresa Marbury, and LaRae Starr embody the spirit of Motown, the groove of Parliament Funkadelic and the fire of Aretha Franklin, weaving the influences of their hometown into a sound that’s timeless yet strikingly fresh. From their beginnings as backup singers for a local jazz instrumentalist to becoming one of the city’s most exciting vocal collectives, their journey has been one of authenticity. It was the late Amp Fiddler who first saw their potential. Crafted primarily at Amp’s home studio, Take Me As I Am is steeped in the essence of Detroit. His unmistakable touch runs through the project, from the lush instrumentation to the unfiltered energy captured in every vocal take. The result is a record that feels alive: spontaneous, deeply emotional and full of personality. Each track is a nod to Detroit’s evolving sound, connecting the dots between the city’s gospel roots and modern house heritage. Collaborations with Detroit luminaries Andrés, Eddie Fowlkes, and Waajeed tie the record firmly to its home soil, while standouts like ‘You’re The One For Me’, ‘Glory’ and ‘What Would You Do’ showcase the trio’s stunning range and charisma. With upcoming shows in their hometown Detroit and an Australia tour, plus recent appearances at Paris Fashion Week alongside Louie Vega, Defected Croatia and Glitterbox at Hï Ibiza, the trio continue to carry their message to audiences around the world; Take Me As I Am marks the start of this new chapter for Dames Brown and a continuation of Detroit’s proud legacy within the Defected family, bold, soulful and unapologetically real.

Defected Records proudly welcomes Detroit powerhouse vocal trio Dames Brown with the release of their long-awaited debut album Take Me As I Am, a vibrant, soulful celebration of the Motor City’s musical heartbeat and a tribute to their late mentor and producer, Amp Fiddler. Rooted deeply in Detroit’s rich musical lineage, Dames Brown aka Athena Johnson, Teresa Marbury, and LaRae Starr embody the spirit of Motown, the groove of Parliament Funkadelic and the fire of Aretha Franklin, weaving the influences of their hometown into a sound that’s timeless yet strikingly fresh. From their beginnings as backup singers for a local jazz instrumentalist to becoming one of the city’s most exciting vocal collectives, their journey has been one of authenticity. It was the late Amp Fiddler who first saw their potential. Crafted primarily at Amp’s home studio, Take Me As I Am is steeped in the essence of Detroit. His unmistakable touch runs through the project, from the lush instrumentation to the unfiltered energy captured in every vocal take. The result is a record that feels alive: spontaneous, deeply emotional and full of personality. Each track is a nod to Detroit’s evolving sound, connecting the dots between the city’s gospel roots and modern house heritage. Collaborations with Detroit luminaries Andrés, Eddie Fowlkes, and Waajeed tie the record firmly to its home soil, while standouts like ‘You’re The One For Me’, ‘Glory’ and ‘What Would You Do’ showcase the trio’s stunning range and charisma. With upcoming shows in their hometown Detroit and an Australia tour, plus recent appearances at Paris Fashion Week alongside Louie Vega, Defected Croatia and Glitterbox at Hï Ibiza, the trio continue to carry their message to audiences around the world; Take Me As I Am marks the start of this new chapter for Dames Brown and a continuation of Detroit’s proud legacy within the Defected family, bold, soulful and unapologetically real.

Defected Records proudly welcomes Detroit powerhouse vocal trio Dames Brown with the release of their long-awaited debut album Take Me As I Am, a vibrant, soulful celebration of the Motor City’s musical heartbeat and a tribute to their late mentor and producer, Amp Fiddler. Rooted deeply in Detroit’s rich musical lineage, Dames Brown aka Athena Johnson, Teresa Marbury, and LaRae Starr embody the spirit of Motown, the groove of Parliament Funkadelic and the fire of Aretha Franklin, weaving the influences of their hometown into a sound that’s timeless yet strikingly fresh. From their beginnings as backup singers for a local jazz instrumentalist to becoming one of the city’s most exciting vocal collectives, their journey has been one of authenticity. It was the late Amp Fiddler who first saw their potential. Crafted primarily at Amp’s home studio, Take Me As I Am is steeped in the essence of Detroit. His unmistakable touch runs through the project, from the lush instrumentation to the unfiltered energy captured in every vocal take. The result is a record that feels alive: spontaneous, deeply emotional and full of personality. Each track is a nod to Detroit’s evolving sound, connecting the dots between the city’s gospel roots and modern house heritage. Collaborations with Detroit luminaries Andrés, Eddie Fowlkes, and Waajeed tie the record firmly to its home soil, while standouts like ‘You’re The One For Me’, ‘Glory’ and ‘What Would You Do’ showcase the trio’s stunning range and charisma. With upcoming shows in their hometown Detroit and an Australia tour, plus recent appearances at Paris Fashion Week alongside Louie Vega, Defected Croatia and Glitterbox at Hï Ibiza, the trio continue to carry their message to audiences around the world; Take Me As I Am marks the start of this new chapter for Dames Brown and a continuation of Detroit’s proud legacy within the Defected family, bold, soulful and unapologetically real.

Defected Records proudly welcomes Detroit powerhouse vocal trio Dames Brown with the release of their long-awaited debut album Take Me As I Am, a vibrant, soulful celebration of the Motor City’s musical heartbeat and a tribute to their late mentor and producer, Amp Fiddler. Rooted deeply in Detroit’s rich musical lineage, Dames Brown aka Athena Johnson, Teresa Marbury, and LaRae Starr embody the spirit of Motown, the groove of Parliament Funkadelic and the fire of Aretha Franklin, weaving the influences of their hometown into a sound that’s timeless yet strikingly fresh. From their beginnings as backup singers for a local jazz instrumentalist to becoming one of the city’s most exciting vocal collectives, their journey has been one of authenticity. It was the late Amp Fiddler who first saw their potential. Crafted primarily at Amp’s home studio, Take Me As I Am is steeped in the essence of Detroit. His unmistakable touch runs through the project, from the lush instrumentation to the unfiltered energy captured in every vocal take. The result is a record that feels alive: spontaneous, deeply emotional and full of personality. Each track is a nod to Detroit’s evolving sound, connecting the dots between the city’s gospel roots and modern house heritage. Collaborations with Detroit luminaries Andrés, Eddie Fowlkes, and Waajeed tie the record firmly to its home soil, while standouts like ‘You’re The One For Me’, ‘Glory’ and ‘What Would You Do’ showcase the trio’s stunning range and charisma. With upcoming shows in their hometown Detroit and an Australia tour, plus recent appearances at Paris Fashion Week alongside Louie Vega, Defected Croatia and Glitterbox at Hï Ibiza, the trio continue to carry their message to audiences around the world; Take Me As I Am marks the start of this new chapter for Dames Brown and a continuation of Detroit’s proud legacy within the Defected family, bold, soulful and unapologetically real.

Defected Records proudly welcomes Detroit powerhouse vocal trio Dames Brown with the release of their long-awaited debut album Take Me As I Am, a vibrant, soulful celebration of the Motor City’s musical heartbeat and a tribute to their late mentor and producer, Amp Fiddler. Rooted deeply in Detroit’s rich musical lineage, Dames Brown aka Athena Johnson, Teresa Marbury, and LaRae Starr embody the spirit of Motown, the groove of Parliament Funkadelic and the fire of Aretha Franklin, weaving the influences of their hometown into a sound that’s timeless yet strikingly fresh. From their beginnings as backup singers for a local jazz instrumentalist to becoming one of the city’s most exciting vocal collectives, their journey has been one of authenticity. It was the late Amp Fiddler who first saw their potential. Crafted primarily at Amp’s home studio, Take Me As I Am is steeped in the essence of Detroit. His unmistakable touch runs through the project, from the lush instrumentation to the unfiltered energy captured in every vocal take. The result is a record that feels alive: spontaneous, deeply emotional and full of personality. Each track is a nod to Detroit’s evolving sound, connecting the dots between the city’s gospel roots and modern house heritage. Collaborations with Detroit luminaries Andrés, Eddie Fowlkes, and Waajeed tie the record firmly to its home soil, while standouts like ‘You’re The One For Me’, ‘Glory’ and ‘What Would You Do’ showcase the trio’s stunning range and charisma. With upcoming shows in their hometown Detroit and an Australia tour, plus recent appearances at Paris Fashion Week alongside Louie Vega, Defected Croatia and Glitterbox at Hï Ibiza, the trio continue to carry their message to audiences around the world; Take Me As I Am marks the start of this new chapter for Dames Brown and a continuation of Detroit’s proud legacy within the Defected family, bold, soulful and unapologetically real.