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Our latest Balance Music release with  &  is sitting flush at number one on Beatport’s Organic House charts. ☝🏽Thx you a...
20/07/2024

Our latest Balance Music release with & is sitting flush at number one on Beatport’s Organic House charts. ☝🏽

Thx you all for the support! ❤️

19/07/2024

Anyone with a passing interest in early and mid-2000s progressive breaks will know the name Fretwell. The Sheffield producer’s lush take on the sound was signed to renowned labels from Bedrock to the Baroque Records breaks off-shoot Electrofly.

Most notable for us, he contributed the exquisite “Faceless” to Anthony Pappa’s Balance 006.

His recent work for labels like Zero Tolerance and Reworck makes it clear that the producer still possesses the magic that made him such a reliable force.

In his first DJ mix in over a decade, he delivers a fluid 80-minute set in which his credentials are well and truly on display. Featuring tracks from James Harcourt, Luke Chable & Steve May, Forty Cats, and Robert Babicz, this one demands repeated listens.

(Follow link in comments for mix and interview. 🙌🏼)

12/07/2024

Sistersweet is a DJ/producer and radio host from Moscow, Russia, and a resident of the local Digital Emotions crew. she is slowly building an impressive production portfolio with releases on labels like Balkan Connection and SkyTop, and AH-Digital alongside upcoming signings for The Soundgarden.

A Sistersweet mix skillfully blends progressive with the more organic strain of house, a fusion which is finding favor globally. That sound is on full display in this special conceptual mix.

Consisting of unofficial remixes of stone-cold classics, she runs through contemporary takes from producers like Emi Galvan and Eichenbaum of well-known artists including Tycho, Moby, and Everything but The Girl. Watch out for the excellent Mike Griego remix of the Evolution classic ‘Walking in Fire’ and Sistersweet’s own special take on Satoshi Tomiie ‘Love in Traffic’.

Follow link in comments below to hear full mix. 🎧

Modd and Metanoya collaborate on a warm 3-track excursion which doubles as their debut Balance Music release.Russian art...
11/07/2024

Modd and Metanoya collaborate on a warm 3-track excursion which doubles as their debut Balance Music release.

Russian artist Modd’s ability to create compelling audio stories is matched only by his tireless work ethic. In addition to being a resident at the Do Not Sit On The Furniture club in Miami, among other residencies, he is the founder of the Something Special and Amulanga labels. Following Circulation’s debut Balance outing, he collaborates with newcomer Metanoya for a deep three-track Balance release that oozes class.

Release date: 12/07/2024

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Noel Sanger Music is a Florida native with a career  in progressive house and trance spanning nearly three decades. Star...
05/07/2024

Noel Sanger Music is a Florida native with a career in progressive house and trance spanning nearly three decades. Starting on classic imprints like Limbo and Release Recordings, he went on to work with artists like Erasure, Nadia Ali, John Taylor of Duran Duran, and Markus Schulz. Today, he runs Dissident Records, a label boasting tracks from artists like Kamilo Sanclemente, Jamie Stevens, G*i Barone, and more.

On this Balance Selections mix, the veteran shows his pedigree with a tight mix of contemporary prog. Featuring tracks and remixes from Lemon8, Michael & Levan, Stiven Rivic, Ruben Karapetyan, and more, this is 90 minutes of class.

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Few DJs capture the imagination of prog punters like Australia’s Anthony Pappa. Known for his technical proficiency and ...
04/07/2024

Few DJs capture the imagination of prog punters like Australia’s Anthony Pappa. Known for his technical proficiency and ability to mix tracks with surgical precision, he is a generational talent who rightfully became a pivotal scene figure.

With a sound rooted in darker, rebellious tones, he fully embodied the underground at a time when the term still held weight.

Achieving what Pappa did requires a life filled with experiences. Given the way social media, marketing, and promotion have transformed the scene, his story is unlikely to be replicated.

It’s been 20 years since the release of Balance 006 mixed by Anthony Pappa DJ. A pivotal part of our story, we dived deep in a special interview with Anthony Pappa to discuss his career and his peerless Balance 006.

Read full article on Balance website.

🚨🚨 To commemorate 20 year of Balance 006, Anthony Pappa compiled a special 2 hour mix which serves as a 2024 rendition: one hour of breaks and one hour of 4/4. It’s a lush journey through breaks and tense prog. Listen to full mix via link in bio. 🚨

Today marks the 20th anniversary of Balance 006 mixed by Anthony Pappa DJ— an entry which holds a special place in our c...
30/06/2024

Today marks the 20th anniversary of Balance 006 mixed by Anthony Pappa DJ— an entry which holds a special place in our catalogue.

In the four years between Anthony’s breakout year in 2000 and his Balance mix in 2004, the progressive scene underwent significant shifts—from trance-y sounds to tribal house rhythms and dark atmospheres, eventually embracing melodic progressive breaks. With Anthony’s trademark harmonic mixing on full display, his Balance compilation skilfully captured this evolution and showcased his musical range in impeccable style.

This week, we celebrate this landmark mix with special content, starting with the release of the original file of Disc 1 on our SoundCloud, Apple Music and YouTube channels. With its spiritually infused take on progressive breaks, it remains as fresh today as it did 20 years ago.

For Anthony, it’s an unique entry in his discography: “I had never dedicated a full mix to breaks. That was something special.”

Mix 2 and other exclusive Balance 006-related content to follow throughout the week.

CD1
1. Luke Chable – Into the Storm
2. Fretwell – Faceless
3. KVK – Reality Theory
4. Michael Lanning ft Charity Havens – Bound For Ascension
5. Blue Haze – A Time To Reflect
6. Rhino Drum – Underground Sound
7. Michael Burns – Sunshine In My Shadows
8. Jacob Todd ft Kevin Clark – Nothing Is Real
9. Main Element – Delta Of Venus (Chris Salt Remix)
10. Steve May – Open Day (Luke Chable Quakes & Craters Remix)
11. Chimera – Natural High
12. Slacker – Tutikinegi
13. Shiloh – Mana
14. Tilt – I Know You re Afraid

📷 Slides 📷
1. Original Balance 006 artwork
2. Balance 006 tracklist
3. Balance 006 Sampler promo artwork
4. Balance 006 photo shoot
5. Balance 006 photo shoot
6. A totally biased YouTube comment we agree with


28/06/2024

With releases on Mango Alley, Clubsonica, and Univack, Rocio Portillo is one of Argentina's brightest rising talents. In early 2021, she expanded her creative endeavors by forming a band with fellow Mendoza artists, Karim Sar Sar on saxophone and Valley (AR) on keyboard, guitar, and arrangements. This collaboration birthed a unique hybrid format, blending live performance with studio composition, where her distinct vocals play a central role.

Portillo dabbles in a dark, driving progressive sound best described as underground. It’s designed for smoke-filled clubs where people dance, head down, blissfully unaware of their phones.

Alongside unreleased Rocío Portillo productions, you’ll find a selection of rising talent like Juan Buitrago Artist, Agustin Lupidi, and Claudio Cornejo. This is a stomping progressive mix that doubles as a showcase for the strength of the Argentine dance scene.

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Kamilo Sanclemente's recent 4 track Balance Music EP featured a strong collaboration with Juan Pablo Torrez. ‘Space Dist...
27/06/2024

Kamilo Sanclemente's recent 4 track Balance Music EP featured a strong collaboration with Juan Pablo Torrez. ‘Space Distortion’ is a deep yet taut gem that pays homage to the more serious end of the progressive spectrum.

We asked the Colombian producer what he was listening to during the EP’s production, and he obliged with a robust selection filled to the brim with dancefloor bombs.

Follow link in comments for full playlist. 👇🏼

A two-hour mix that is epic in scope and satisfying in its delivery.It’s not surprising to hear Richie Blacker share his...
24/06/2024

A two-hour mix that is epic in scope and satisfying in its delivery.

It’s not surprising to hear Richie Blacker share his appreciation for fellow Irishmen and old-school revivalists Bicep. Just as they draw from scene originators like Orbital, Richie imbues his productions with the spirit of mid-90s open-field raves and Ibiza-flavored piano house.

It’s a sound resonating with notable DJs like Sasha and Skream, both whom signed him to their labels.

With Richie’s own Mess Express imprint alongside regular radio plays on Radio 1 and other stations across Europe, he shows no signs of slowing down.��

Featuring tracks from Sasha, Tinlicker, Gui Boratto, and Johannes Brecht, this is an enthralling ride through Balearica, Afro house, and contemporary prog - curated by one of Ireland's best.

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Just Her made two Balance appearances this year. First, through the exquisite single, ‘Lifted’, featured as the closing ...
18/06/2024

Just Her made two Balance appearances this year. First, through the exquisite single, ‘Lifted’, featured as the closing track on mix one of the Balance presents Dave Seaman and Quivver compilation. That was followed by an exquisite Balance Selections session which really showcased what makes electronic music so exciting in 2024.

Her musical expertise has deep roots, and we were intrigued to explore that playlist. We asked the Constant Circles owner to divulge the tracks which shaped her into the hi-bug she is today; those vital and/or inspiring tracks which played a role in her journey.

Visit Balance website via link in bio for more insights and check full playlist on Spotify.

The story of Circulation is well-documented, and for good reason. His focus on streamlined dynamics consistently targets...
13/06/2024

The story of Circulation is well-documented, and for good reason. His focus on streamlined dynamics consistently targets the heart of the dance floor. In his debut EP for Balance Music, the veteran delivers as expected: three effortless, tech-flavoured productions and one electronica cut, each flaunting the hallmarks of an experienced hand at the helm.

14.06.2024

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It’s revealing that what John Graham aka Quivver considers an essential Balance Series entry is also one of our most adv...
05/06/2024

It’s revealing that what John Graham aka Quivver considers an essential Balance Series entry is also one of our most adventurous.

Joris Voorn described that mix as 'painting with music'; a description you can apply to Quivver productions too.

Comparisons aside, it’s hard to disgree with John’s take on Balance Series number 14: “He did such a great job of that mix, soooo f🏹cking cool and groovy.”

You will find new takes on those trusty adjectives in the recent Balance Presents Dave Seaman and Quivver compilation. It’s a project three years in the making which sounds as though the duo twinkered on it for twice that time.

Read our interview with Quivver in commments below - and stream the full release via link in bio. 👇🏼

Pole Folder’s recent Balance Selections mix is proof that there is no substitute for experience: it’s a deep 2-hour prog...
01/06/2024

Pole Folder’s recent Balance Selections mix is proof that there is no substitute for experience: it’s a deep 2-hour progressive excursion filled with emotional vocal cuts and many introspective moments that we keep returning to.

We caught up with the Belgian producer for a deeper look at some of his favorite tracks - essentially a lovely insight into the legend’s process when it comes to selecting music for podcasts and DJ sets.

Read full article on Balance website through link in bio. 🥂

SONO KOLLEKTIV || Max Würden || Desert Dwellers || Lake Turner || This Never Happened || Dissident Music / EMG || Sunexplosion ||Sound Avenue

It’s been four years since Sweden’s EMPHI announced himself with a release on Yotto's Odd One Out  imprint. His recent c...
31/05/2024

It’s been four years since Sweden’s EMPHI announced himself with a release on Yotto's Odd One Out imprint.

His recent collaboration with Amháin, the Hallen EP, is a distillation of what makes EMPHI such an exciting prospect: deep, enchanting grooves and melodic flourishes that are borderline soothing.

Featuring tracks from Alex O'Rion , Tonaco, Andrés Moris, and EMPHI himself, this highly entrancing Balance Selections mix ebbs and flows with the confidence of a veteran selector.

(click link in comments for mix and interview) 👇👇

Amháin's recent Balance Music release, the Hallen EP, a collaboration with EMPHI, is a double dose of progressive gold t...
24/05/2024

Amháin's recent Balance Music release, the Hallen EP, a collaboration with EMPHI, is a double dose of progressive gold that’s elegant and engaging - all adjectives you can ascribe to this Balance selection too.

Featuring tracks from Balance alumni GMJ Music, Matter, and Zankee Gulati, this is the work of an artist in complete control of their craft.

(click link in comments for mix and interview) 👇👇

The name of Steven Weston is gaining more prominence, which is well overdue given his impressive music career. The Londo...
17/05/2024

The name of Steven Weston is gaining more prominence, which is well overdue given his impressive music career. The London-based artist has engineered diverse acts from Rudimental to reggae’s Chronixx, and toured the world playing keyboards for the likes of Ladyhawke and Charli XCX. Now the producer is finally carving a solo career.

With tracks from GMJ Music, Durante, UNKLE, and Duo State, this sharp 60 minute mix highlights a student of music who lives and breathes the intricacies of the sound to which he has dedicated himself.

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‘Nostalgia’, the debut LP from Alex O'Rion, might turn out to be one of 2024’s best full-length releases. With tracks th...
14/05/2024

‘Nostalgia’, the debut LP from Alex O'Rion, might turn out to be one of 2024’s best full-length releases. With tracks that range from Boards of Canada-inspired electronica to jazz-inflected deep house, it presents a 14-track journey that might surprise a few. We took some time with the Dutch producer to discuss what makes this album such a satisfying listen.

And to celebrate the release he gifted us with a 2-hour explosive prog mix that's not afraid of the dark.

Check link in comments for full interview and mix. 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼

UK producer Braxton is part of a new wave of producers blending warm house and fractured beats into a soothing blend of ...
10/05/2024

UK producer Braxton is part of a new wave of producers blending warm house and fractured beats into a soothing blend of progressive textures. Here he continues his fine from with a blissful mix featuring Monkey Safari, Nox Vahn, Trilucid, and unreleased tracks from Braxton himself.

(click link in comments for mix and interview) 👇👇

Amháin joins forces with Swedish producer EMPHI for a classy outing of proper progressive which doubles as both their Ba...
09/05/2024

Amháin joins forces with Swedish producer EMPHI for a classy outing of proper progressive which doubles as both their Balance Music debut.

10.05.2024

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Rising star Four Candles is a name to watch. After featuring with us via his excellent single 'On the Fence', a standout...
03/05/2024

Rising star Four Candles is a name to watch. After featuring with us via his excellent single 'On the Fence', a standout moment on the Balance presents Dave Seaman and Quivver compilation, he now steps up with a compelling 90-minute mix. Alongside productions from G*i Barone, Spencer Brown, and Kamilo Sanclemente, you’ll also hear fresh takes by Four Candles on classics from Leftfield and Sasha.

(click link in comments for mix and interview) 👇👇

We head to Argentina for a delightful 90 minutes of progressive from PAUL  - AR. Featuring tracks from Nicolas Rada, Dmi...
29/04/2024

We head to Argentina for a delightful 90 minutes of progressive from PAUL - AR. Featuring tracks from Nicolas Rada, Dmitry Molosh and more, this showcases why he is so revered in his home country.

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We sat down with Dave Seaman to talk about his excellent Balance compilation, the creative process, working with Quivver...
24/04/2024

We sat down with Dave Seaman to talk about his excellent Balance compilation, the creative process, working with Quivver and more.

Read the full interview via the link in the comments. 👇🏼

Pole Folder is a master craftsman renowned for his ability to craft engaging narratives through sound. Featuring tracks ...
19/04/2024

Pole Folder is a master craftsman renowned for his ability to craft engaging narratives through sound. Featuring tracks from Fort Romeau, Marsh, Rodriguez Jr and, of course, Pole Folder himself, the veteran producer delivers a deep 2-hour progressive excursion filled with emotional vocal cuts and many introspective moments.

(click link in comments for mix and interview) 👇👇

Balance Music is a Melbourne based distribution marketing and record company specialising in promoting quality independent dance, indie and electronic music

Kicking off this weekend, Dave Seaman and Quivver will head to Bali and Australia for a series of official Balance launc...
17/04/2024

Kicking off this weekend, Dave Seaman and Quivver will head to Bali and Australia for a series of official Balance launch events.

Lemon & Lime || Morning After || Liberation Group || Rodd Richards Presents || T1000 Events || Hatch

For more details and ticket links visit article in comments.

Just Her  blends a heady but joyful mix of contemporary house, UK garage-breaks and progressive-tinged deep techno. (cli...
12/04/2024

Just Her blends a heady but joyful mix of contemporary house, UK garage-breaks and progressive-tinged deep techno.

(click link in comments for mix and interview) 👇👇

Kamilo Sanclemente returns with fellow Colombian producers, Mauro Aguirre , Giovanny Aparicio and Juan Pablo Torrez, for...
11/04/2024

Kamilo Sanclemente returns with fellow Colombian producers, Mauro Aguirre , Giovanny Aparicio and Juan Pablo Torrez, for a fantastic four track EP that is set to detonate global dancefloors. ��

12.04.2024

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Following on his recent progressive breaks mix, Danny Bonnici curates an awesome list of old-school breaks tracks not fe...
09/04/2024

Following on his recent progressive breaks mix, Danny Bonnici curates an awesome list of old-school breaks tracks not featured in that mix. Featuring Evil Nine, Way Out West, BT, and more, it's a classic collection running the genre's full gamut.

Balance Extra Spotify link in comments below - and subscribe to the playlist to hear more selections from upcoming guests. 👇🏿

Welsh producer Jody Barr has already carved his mark deep into the musical landscape...(click link in comments)
24/07/2023

Welsh producer Jody Barr has already carved his mark deep into the musical landscape...

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