#3 Feat. Staff Picks in Indie Dance

Sincopat proudly unveils a significant release that represents a new chapter in the sonic evolution of AFFKT. Bitters and Bread is the result of a vibrant collaboration with Island Hill, blending soul, poetry, and electronic elements into a genre-defying experience that speaks from the heart and moves the body. More than just a track, Bitters and Bread is a distinctive statement a reflection of artistic maturity and a willingness to transcend boundaries. The piece layers organic warmth with electronic finesse, where emotive vocals and rich instrumentation of Island Hill blend with AFFKTs signature production style. It feels both intimate and expansive, personal yet ready for the dancefloor. To elevate the narrative, two remixes reshape the original track into compelling new forms. Darlyn Vlys infuses the piece with a seductive, analogue-driven groove, injecting late night energy and subtle nostalgia. Meanwhile, Agustin Giri offers a more introspective interpretation, drenched in atmosphere and guided by deep, textured rhythms a slow-burning journey that resonates long after the final beat. Enjoy!

AFFKT, Island Hill

#24 Feat. Staff Picks in Indie Dance

After a few years of silence, Sincopat proudly revives its iconic Upsidedown series with volume 14, a bold new chapter that brings together four forward-thinking artists and their unique visions of contemporary club music. The series is a playground for risk-taking and genre- bending, showcasing the labels commitment to creativity, emotional depth, and powerful groove. Something Elses Scintilla-Gor is a mesmerizing trip that blends tribal rhythms, melodic tension, and hypnotic progression, a track that captivates both the body and the mind. Silveras Let Her Sing is a slow-burning gem driven by a soulful vocal and warm analogue texture. It unfolds with emotion and depth, blurring the lines between genres. Camilo Sanjuans Bencomo is a futuristic and hypnotic fusion of styles and rhythms with breakbeat influences. Cortex Powers Feel The Bass is raw, punchy and made for peak-time energy, It delivers pure club heat with a nod to classic rave culture. With Upsidedown 14, Sincopat returns stronger than ever, championing fresh sounds and artists that push the envelope of electronic music. Enjoy!

Something Else, Kynara, SIlvera, Camilo Sanjuan, Cortex Power

#25 Feat. Staff Picks in Indie Dance

Sincopat is excited to present a fearless return from Cabizbajo, solidifying his position at the forefront of Mexicos electronic music scene. The release opens with White Eyes, where Cabizbajo crafts a hauntingly hypnotic groove that pulses with energy and ethereal tension. This track exemplifies minimalist design, with each sound carefully chosen to draw the listener into a moody and immersive experience. Next, Waltervelt offers a reinterpretation of White Eyes, taking the original and transforming it into a spacious, dub-influenced groove. This version unfolds with deep atmospheric pressure and elegant restraint. The journey continues with Hive Mind, a cerebral, percussive exploration of collective consciousness through rhythm and texture. This track is raw, precise, and irresistibly physical— ideal for the darker hours on the dance floor. Club Kids closes the release with an ode to rave-era rebellion: punchy, stabs in a track that oozes charisma and club nostalgia while staying undeniably forward-thinking. Enjoy!

Cabizbajo

#83 Feat. Staff Picks in Indie Dance

Sincopat is proud to welcome home one of its most iconic artists, Darlyn Vlys, who returns alongside the exceptional talent of Panthera to deliver an EP that is a true testament to their creative synergy. This release draws from the raw essence of their musical foundations while fearlessly delving into new sonic dimensions. To complete the journey, Italian master Musumeci steps in with his signature touch, creating a remix that comes full circle. The adventure begins with Come With Us, a track brimming with rave energy and pure power. Anchored by a deep, monstrous bassline, its a high-octane dancefloor weapon designed to hypnotise. Layers unfold with stunning precision, each transition gliding smoothly into the next, creating an electrifying and deeply enveloping sonic adventure. Musumeci takes Come With Us into his own territory, preserving its essence and infusing it with his raw elegance and refined craftsmanship. His impressive reworking amplifies the tracks energy, adding a hypnotic depth that makes it both familiar and entirely new. Closing the EP, Age of Heroes stands as a bridge between eras, blending echoes of the past with glimpses of the future. Its a masterclass in balance: intricate yet fluid, complex yet crystalline. Each sound serves a purpose, resulting in a track that is as expansive as it is deeply evocative, drawing you into its timeless atmosphere. Enjoy!

Panthera, Darlyn Vlys