Gradient

A special night for us 🖤 Thank you to everyone who came out for the launch of Gradient Recordings. And shoutout to @nuzau , @sepp.teo , and our supporting crew for a proper night of music. The energy in the room was unmatched, and getting to celebrate with all of you made this our favorite party to date. Big thanks to @loopearplugs for hooking up attendees with earplugs. Hearing protection is important! Stay tuned for our next release and see you at the next label party 📀 📸: @emgringo

OUT NOW: Robin Graham - Party Trap EP [GR001] Our debut release ‘Party Trap’ consists of a four-track EP from rising UK talent Robin Graham that bridges classic house, garage, and modern club energy. Opening the record, ‘Party Trap’ sets the tone with 90s house attitude, built around punchy spoken-word shots, sharp stabs, and a driving bassline. ‘Lil Devious’ follows with pure UK garage heat, powered by an infectious raga vocal, crisp drums, and warm Rhodes chords. Flipping to the B-side, ‘RTB’ delivers a fast-paced garage-house hybrid with bold, unpredictable arrangements and a powerful low-end, before ‘It’s Yours’ closes the EP with hip-hop-influenced house grooves that are nostalgic, smooth, and built for long blends. Tracklist: A1. Party Trap A2. Lil Devious (RGs Subsonic Mix) B1. RTB B2. It’s Yours Support by: @enzosiragusa @josephcapriati @archiebhamilton @marcocarola @elliotschooling_ @masoncollective @magikluciano @robertjamesmusic @danielorpimusic @ms_mada_ @nuzau @andrew.azara @mhighmusic @matjoemusic @huxleymusic @dimmish_music @mike_theconnector @shibasanmusic @subb_an @miguel_bastida @djsteaw @christian__burkhardt @hiddevanwee , and many more. Available now on all platforms! 💿

GRADIENT RECORDINGS LAUNCH PARTY To celebrate the launch of our brand new label and the first release, we will be taking over Green Room, Brooklyn’s newest essential, for a night that distills everything the label stands for. Headlining is a rare b2b from two upcoming label artists, @nuzau and @sepp.teo , who are pillars of the Romanian minimal house scene. Expect deep selection, impeccable groove, and effortless chemistry. Support comes from the rising local talent at the heart of our community and the crew behind Gradient. 📀 Tickets linked in our bio.

Introducing Gradient Recordings Since uploading our first guestmix in 2023, our platform has always been about one thing: elevating the next generation of underground dance music. In the last few years, we’ve operated across many corners of the culture, building our community through events, guest mixes, and editorial - guided by a deep conviction in the artists and sounds that are changing the scene before our eyes. Unapologetically artist-first and community-first, always. Today, we take the next step. Gradient Recordings is our new label, and the missing piece that finally lets us give artists a cohesive home, supporting their full creative journey from the dance floor to a release, and beyond. It’s a place that connects forward-thinking artists with listeners who value depth, experimentation and the energy of an authentic dance floor. Welcome to Gradient Recordings. We can’t wait for you to listen.

Next up on Gradient Voices - @verarees Gradient Voices is our editorial series spotlighting the people who keep the electronic music scene moving - the managers, operators, and connectors building the culture behind the scenes. Vera is one of them. From a chance introduction to nightlife legend Rob Toma early in her career, she built her foundation by fostering trust between artists, teams, and venues. That path led her to @teksupport , where she now plays a key role in shaping some of the city’s most influential dance music events, including @circolocoibiza Halloween and immersive productions like @time_warp_official . Additionally, she plays a critical role on @dennisferrerofficial ‘s tour operations team. Now splitting time between New York and Miami, she’s stepping into artist management with her first signing, @jivancalderone , and running a new vinyl lounge in Miami at @lionsden_miami - shaping the scene in both cities. Full interview now live on Substack. Link in our bio. 🔗

Five unforgettable shows. Countless guest mixes. Artist interviews, and our first editorial chapter. Endless gratitude to every artist, collaborator, and community member who helped shape this year. Your energy is the reason this platform exists. We’re just getting started. 2026 is already in motion!

GRADIENT 2025 💫 Big love to every artist, collaborator, and member of our community for making this year so special. We can’t wait to show you what we have in store for 2026, and to continue to platform some of the most exciting faces in underground dance music. Our 2025 Roster: @andrezimmer_ @armii1n @bakke__ @bassel.darwish @bellamutino @blake.bair @ceeszlo @coatcheck.us @cormacbeeler @definitive_ @delacour @friendofhonor_music @theycallmeguida @hiddevanwee @househatscollective @iansinkowitz @icebabythompson @kanahishiya @katitaaaaaaaaaaaaaa @kepler__uk @lubelski @mattbattalion @mattegbert @neumonic @ttheopagani @parker_mac @pedroborlado @briccci @sahil.morchi @sasharomemusic

Our 30th guestmix to round out the year with @lubelski Blending new-age psychedelia with subtle nostalgia, Lubelski’s sound is shaped by LA’s coastal energy, deep crate-digging, and warehouse dance floors. With releases on Nervous, Crosstown Rebels, DIRTYBIRD, Desert Hearts, and more, he’s spent the last decade building a catalog that balances craft, character, and playfulness. In 2025, Lubelski shifted focus back to home. A year-long Midnight Lovers residency and the growth of the Mungo Sound Machine project marked a renewed commitment to his local ecosystem - prioritizing freedom, collaboration, and long-form dance floor exploration over expectation or trend. Familiar, newly charged, and fully on display in this guestmix. Link in the bio.

A look back at our day with @kepler.uk this summer - from sets at @thelotradio and @jolenesoundroom.bk to conversations diving into his new label @thisiscontact , his work in music education, and the ideas pushing the scene forward. More of this energy in 2026.

We’re back with Gradient Guestmix 029: @hiddevanwee It’s been a minute since our last mix, and we’re stepping back in with a set that captures exactly why we started this series. Hidde van Wee is a rising voice in the Dutch house scene, blending House with UK-Garage swing, electro fringe, and deep-driving minimal energy. With releases on @upthestuss , @home______studios , and @heavyhousesociety , his catalog continues to turn heads. His Up The Stuss EP marked a milestone moment, and his recent follow up EP on Constant Sound showed that he’s not just building momentum, but evolving fast. As a DJ, Hidde has played clubs and events across the Netherlands and beyond, from Shelter, Thuishaven, and Bret in Amsterdam to Rotterdam’s Toffler, as well as shows in the UK. His sets mirror his studio ethos: raw, energetic, and genre-fluid. Looking ahead, Hidde van Wee is preparing a run of new EPs and expanding his international presence, solidifying his place as one of the exciting new names to watch in the global house community. A strong return to the series, and a glimpse of what’s coming next. Full mix now live on Soundcloud. Link in bio ⛓️‍💥enjoy!

How do you find the next wave of underground sounds and artists? 
We’re here to make it effortless. Thank you to @elsewherespace for giving a home to our ideas, and to @iansinkowitz @pedroborlado @bellamutino @sahil.morchi @briccci for delivering unreal sets all night. Underground dance music is alive and well. Stay tuned for what’s next 🌀

@elsewherespace Debut Staying in motion 🌀this time in The Loft at Elsewhere, with an all-time next generation lineup: @pedroborlado b2b @iansinkowitz 
Pedro’s been on a climb, with a massive release on Chris Stussy’s label Up the Stuss and an upcoming CRSSD gig that’s set to be a monumental moment for the heads. He joins forces with Ian Sink, a Southern California native, whose sound is inspired by disco classics and shaped by the underground warehouse parties he came up on. Together, they’re bringing a rare intimate set full of genre-blending grooves and pure passion. @bellamutino 
Part of NYC’s sonic journey, Bella has become an underground favorite. Her intentional, always-reliable sets at Brooklyn’s coolest hotspots have built her reputation for fun, high-energy nights. She’s a true local force pushing the scene forward. @sahil.morchi b2b @briccci 
To close it out, our very own Gradient family: Sahil and Ricci. These two feed off each other’s energy in the most organic way, keeping vibes flowing from start to finish. If you missed their sneaky heater of an opening set for locklead last month, this is your time to lock in. This isn’t just another night at Elsewhere. It’s a carefully curated showcase spotlighting the next generation of underground talent. See you there ✨ Friday, October 10th
10:30 PM – 3:00 AM
Elsewhere / Bushwick, NY Free RSVP before 12 AM in bio