Milk Crate

01/05/2024

As winter draws near in Melbourne, memories of our whirlwind MKC054 release party from late last year come rushing back. We have plenty of upcoming parties in the pipeline so stay locked, we can can’t wait to see you on the dance floor

18/04/2024

“Monday Everyday”, ’s return release on the Milk Crate imprint drops exclusively on April 25 and all other platforms May 9.

A captivating fusion of deep-tech and minimal vibes that transcend boundaries. From the haunting melodies of “Unknown Portals” to the entrancing rhythms of “Tagada” and the pulsating beats of the title track, each creation is a sonic journey into emotive storytelling and innovative soundscapes. Immerse yourself in Arriaga’s world, where rich melodies and intricate rhythms collide to elevate your senses; let his music transport you to a realm where every day feels like a blissful experience.

01 • Monday Everyday
02 • Tagada
03 • Unknown Portals

Available for pre-order now - hit the link in the bio.

14/03/2024

“Deepest Desires”, the debut release from on the Milk Crate imprint drops exclusively on March 21 and all other platforms April 4.

Milos Pesovic’s debut unfolds a tale so divine, “Deepest Desires” EP, where rhythms intertwine.
With “Mystery Behind”, a B-side to enthrall,
MKC056 rises as Milk Crate’s beckoning call.
Hypnotic vocals, punctuated by deep tech allure, Embrace the unfolding journey, pure and obscure.

Available for pre-order now via the link in bio.

22/02/2024

’Subtly’ weaves a hypnotic spell,
Milk Crate Label’s underground swell.
Cool bass whispers, a rhythmic trance,
Deep garage echoes, a cosmic dance.
In the labyrinth of beats, secrets unfold,
A mesmerizing journey, a story untold.

‘Subtly’ marks the label’s first release of 2024, releasing exclusively next week on .

11/12/2023

Join the crate crew for our seasonal soiree of fine beats and dairy treats. Featuring friends of Milk Crate from near and afar, it’s all going down at .

09/11/2023

Hailing from Cordoba, Argentina, is set for his debut release on the Milk Crate imprint.

Amidst the hallowed chambers of rhythm's embrace,
Docta House prescribes a pulse-setting pace.
With hypnotic beats that flow and interlace,
Maxi Nasello's craft leaves an indelible trace.
Presiding over grooves, a physician so wise,
His house remedy makes spirits rise.

Stay tuned for the release of “Docta House EP” on 16 November.

19/10/2023

'King Von,' revered and feared, a legend's fire,
In underground house, his beats inspire.
Fearless in sound, with rhythms untamed,
A sonic sorcerer, his art unchained.
His music's grip, a dark, hypnotic trance,
'King Von' reigns, a legend's advance.
Step into his realm, embrace the night's embrace,
In 'King Von's' groove, find your sacred space.

'King Von' is Australian producer ’s debut release on the Milk Crate imprint. Chilean-born and now Gold Coast-based minimal house marvel, joins him on remix duties.

Available from 26 October from all leading dairy stockists.

07/09/2023

‘Dunce It’, ’s sophomore release on the Milk Crate imprint, drops exclusively on September 14 and all other platforms September 28.

Step into the Dunce's enigmatic domain,
Where sonic realms ignite, a dance of arcane.
Obsidian beats pulse, shadows intertwine,
Prodigious artistry, melodies divine.
Mystic grooves ensnare, aural ecstasy unfolds,
In the labyrinth of sound, the Dunce reigns bold.
Unlock the cryptic rhythm, let your soul roam free,
Dive into the abyss, where music's secrets be.

Available for pre-order now - hit the link in the bio.

17/08/2023

“Automatic”, label boss ’s latest release on the Milk Crate imprint, drops exclusively on August 24 and all other platforms September 7.

"Automatic", a nocturnal symphony of beats,
Where shadows dance to the rhythm's deceit.
In the depths of tech house's minimal grace,
Mechanical melodies ignite the space.
A journey ensues, a trance-inducing spell,
As pulses align and frequencies swell.
Surrender to the groove, let the music take hold,
In the realm of "Automatic", mysteries unfold.

Available for pre-order now - hit the link in the bio 🥛

13/07/2023

‘Cactus Man’, Australian producer Darby's debut release on the Milk Crate imprint, is out now to buy and stream worldwide.

Hit the link in the bio to hear more!

06/07/2023

‘Cactus Man’, Australian producer Darby's debut release on the Milk Crate imprint drops exclusively on Beatport July 13 and all other platforms July 27.

Behold ‘Cactus Man’, the enigma's silhouette,
A maestro of deep minimal house, you won't forget.
Mystery veils him, a cloak of enigmatic grace,
His beats puncture souls, sound's boundaries erase.

Sonic sculptures emerge, harmonious and true,
Pulsating rhythms entwined with melodies anew.
They bewitch our senses, casting spells with delight,
Prepare for a journey, transcending day and night.

A transcendental passage into sonic abyss,
Where blissful melodies ignite souls' sweet kiss.
Unleash Cactus Man's power, let it set you free,
Embrace the mystique, surrender to ecstasy.
Available for pre-order now - hit the link in the bio 🥛

22/06/2023

It’s that time of the month again!

Tomorrow (Friday) from 8pm AEDT, the Milk Crate radio show returns to the .radio airwaves live from !

This month label boss is joined in the studio by label friends , and + surprise guests for 2hrs of B2B power, showcasing a crateful of groovers, bumpers and exclusive unreleased content 🥛🥛🥛

12/06/2023

‘Composure’, Australian producer .audio’s debut release on the imprint drops exclusively on June 15 and all other platforms June 29.

The title track and start of the 3-track EP is a deep and sultry groover, laden with sensual, transcendental vocals and a warm bassline, which draws you to the centre of the floor in the early hours.

‘Minimal Sketches’ reflects the artist’s minimal-deep roots. Probing, subsonic melodies perfectly complement a driving bassline, entrancing the side room scene.

Meanwhile, ‘Burgs’ veers in a darker direction, experimenting with ritualistic vocal tones and native soundscapes to forge a spiritual connection with the listener.

Available for pre-order now - hit the link in the bio 🥛

20/04/2023

It’s that time of the month again!

Tomorrow (Friday) from 8pm AEDT, label friends live drop into the studio for 2hrs of power, showcasing a smorgasbord of groovers, bumpers and exclusive unreleased content 🥛

Don’t forget to tune in to area3000.radio and check in to .radio for updates throughout the stream plus announcements regarding upcoming special guests!

14/03/2023

‘Lies EP’, debut release on the Milk Crate imprint, drops exclusively on Mar 16 and all other platforms Mar 30.

Showcasing uplifting bells and sensual vocal progressions, underpinned by a grooving bassline, ‘Dance For Me’ is primed for maintime in the mainroom.

Meanwhile ‘Lies’ occupies a deeper, subsonic space. Sprinkled with elements of funk in the final build and a drop with an unexpected burst of electro-energy, this serves both the early-groover or cool-down afterparty space. ‘Your wish is my command.’

Available for pre-order now 🥛
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23/02/2023

debutant takes the reins on MKC045, delivering a veritable ‘Music Bomb’ to the senses.

Showcasing moody synths, deep, atmospheric builds and hypnotic vocal progressions, A-side cuts ‘Music Bomb’ and ‘Heavy Baby’ thrive in the late hours of the main room enclave.

Meanwhile, ‘The Pact’ transports listeners to a mystical, parallel universe, laden with ethereal builds and anodyne vocals. Secret weapon for the after-after-party or back-room scene.

Out now to buy and stream worldwide.

https://www.beatport.com/release/music-bomb-ep/4015904

21/02/2023

Label bosses and return to Melbourne’s iconic creative hub for the first Milk Crate .radio mix of the year. Catch them slinging tunes and negronis from 8-10pm this Friday 🥛

05/01/2023

The good people at Electronic Groove have been kind enough to premiere Daniel Cuda’s latest single ‘Bang It’ on their website and SoundCloud page. Head over to the link in our bio to check it out

02/01/2023

Last month we reach our first major milestone with 10,000 plays on our account.

We immensely appreciate the support from all our bandcamp followers over the past 5 five years and cannot wait to serve up more milky groovers this year 🥛

29/12/2022

'That's right. Put in work. We gon' bang until it hurts.'

None other than Milk Crate boss Daniel Cuda returns to the fold with the imprint's first release of 2023.

Rolling acid basslines punctuated by glitchy percussion and wrapped in flirty vocal provocations, this mischievous groover is perfect for that sweaty 3am 'floor slot or the choice afterparty circuit.

‘Bang it’ is available exclusively on Beatport Jan 5 and all other platforms Jan 21.

'Go berserk’

27/12/2022

Sending 2022 off in style…

The year Milk Crate turned 5, launched our agency and…entered the metaverse!

A heartfelt thank you to all our producers, djs, supporters, collaborators, promoters and most of all punters.

With our 50th release just around the corner, we’re looking forward to taking things up a notch in 2023. See you on the dance floor - the milk crate crew

25/12/2022

Merry Cratemas from the crate crew 🎄 Time to boogie our way into 2023 🪩

19/10/2022

We’re ready to turn it up tomorrow with the release of Daniel Cuda’s latest single. Hit the Electronic Groove premiere below for an exclusive sneak peek.

‘Turn It Up’ is the latest single from Milk Crate boss Daniel Cuda. Featuring a seductive bassline and sweet vocal hook, the choice is easy - you’ll need nowhere else to look.

13/10/2022

It’s just before midnight. You’re behind the booth in a room full of LED lights. Negroni down, the time is now - which track are you cueing up?

‘Turn It Up’ is the latest single from boss . Featuring a seductive bassline and sweet vocal hook, the choice is easy - you’ll need nowhere else to look.

turn up the tempo on remix duties, delivering a tech house affair with plenty of flare.

Milk Crate. Turn it up!

29/08/2022

Join us for a night of dairy-fueled debauchery as we celebrate five years of Milk Crate. Featuring fine musical curation and sweet sonic temptations at Melbourne’s home of deep beats and dirty treats, .

Free entry before midnight by mentioning ‘Milk Crate’ at the door.

Meet you in the basement.

18/07/2022

returns with Philosophari EP. Clearly cool and crisp, like the prosecco from his native Veneto region, this is one you won’t want to miss. Out soon via Milk Crate.

23/06/2022

and make their Milk Crate debut. Don’t wait until later - grab your copy today.

16/06/2022

Two low slung groovers for all you movers. We’re proud to present and for their Milk Crate debut.

02/06/2022

Feeling Blue, the debut, is sitting pretty at #37 in the Deep House Hype chart. Listen in and grab a copy via the link in our bio.