THE DISCO BANGERS YOU NEED TO PUT ON YOUR RADAR THIS OCTOBER

Jaegerossa has been igniting dance floors since the late ’80s, blending deep disco roots with upfront house energy. Cutting his teeth at Blackpool’s legendary Federation, his breakthrough came when Pete Tong spotlighted “Move Your Body” on BBC Radio 1, launching a wave of acclaimed releases on Z Records, Quantize, and Favouritizm, backed by the likes of Mousse T., The Shapeshifters, and Purple Disco Machine. Under his aliases Platinum City and The Love Doves (with Yam Who?), Jaegerossa continues to define the global disco-house circuit, with his track “Change” featured on a Glitterbox livestream by both Horse Meat Disco and Melvo Baptiste.A fixture at Pikes Ibiza, La Discothèque, and UK festivals like Beat-Herder and Wilderness, he now launches his new label DIA (Do It Anyway Records) – a platform dedicated to soulful, high-energy music that bridges the past and future of the dance floor. He selects his top Disco Bangers for October here.

Jolene 07 EP

Yes, it dropped back in September, but some records demand a double take. Jolene 07 from the Parton brothers is one of those slabs of wax that instantly feels like a time machine: loopy, French, different, and dripping with that ineffable magic that made house so exciting in the first place. This is the kind of record you dreamt about finding on vinyl in ’96, the one you’d rush home to play on repeat, carefully keeping the plastic sleeve intact, and never quite telling other DJs what it was because it felt too special to give away.

Danny takes control on the A-side with ‘Bunch’, a thunderous opener built on pounding drums, a saturated, choppy synth bass and chopped vocal fragments that hit with raw, basement energy. ‘Point’ follows, glimmering with squelchy 303 licks and sweeping synths, a more playful, euphoric ride that channels that French touch warmth straight out of a smoke-filled Paris afterparty.

On the flip, Mike moves deeper. ‘Touch’ is a slick house workout of crisp, swinging drums and shimmering atmospherics, layered with hypnotic stabs and clever vocal slices that keep the energy simmering. The closer, ‘Go To The Moon’, is the record’s secret weapon: jazzy keys, sweeping filters and a dreamy spoken word vocal that carry you off into orbit, equal parts cosmic and intimate.

Jolene 07 isn’t just another release – it’s a reminder of why we fell in love with house in the first place. A record that feels as fresh now as it would have in ’96, the sort of wax that DJs covet, dancers lose themselves in, and collectors refuse to part with.

There's Truth In Gospel EP

Megatronic’s Something on Razor-N-Tape is a masterclass in understated power, a track that feels both timeless and strikingly modern. It’s loopy, soulful and hypnotic, built with the kind of finesse that locks dancers in without ever needing to shout.

At its heart is the bassline, rich, rounded and deeply grooving, with a most precious feel that elevates the whole cut. It rolls with such effortless weight that it becomes the anchor, letting the rest of the track breathe and shimmer around it. Layered over are crisp drums, smoky pads and subtle flickers of melody that glide in and out of the mix.

But the real alchemy comes with Megatronic’s London-spoken word delivery. Her voice threads through the groove like a preacher at a late-night service, amplifying the track with a raw intimacy that oozes modern gospel. It’s poetic, soulful and utterly magnetic – giving Something its unique glow.

And let’s be clear: it’s no lie that I’m a huge fan of JKriv and Razor-N-Tape – not just of JKriv as a producer and DJ, but as a person too. Since launching in 2012, this imprint has been consistently killing it, curating releases that manage to feel both rooted in dancefloor tradition and future-facing at the same time. I’ve always admired Jay’s bravery when it comes to genre choices, never scared to push the boundaries, never afraid to slip something unexpected into the catalogue. That fearless curation is exactly why Razor-N-Tape has earned its reputation as one of the most trusted labels in the game.

The result is a record that hits both the head and the heart: deep enough for headphones, powerful enough for the floor. Something isn’t just another house track – it’s a reminder of how voice, groove and spirit can combine to create a “let’s go to church” moment and another jewel in an imprint that’s been setting the pace for over a decade.

JKriv – Adaptation (Rocksteady Disco)

JKriv’s Adaptation on Rocksteady Disco is a masterclass in modern house that effortlessly bridges past and present. From the first beat, it’s clear this isn’t just another release.

The bassline grooves with a deep, infectious weight, while shimmering chords and a deftly blended 303 weave seamlessly on top. The combination feels like a beautiful cocktail bar colliding with a steamy warehouse party,elegant yet raw, sophisticated yet sweaty. Crisp percussion punctuates the mix, giving it both structure and bounce, while subtle synth textures rise and fall like waves, keeping the track alive and dynamic throughout.

For longtime fans and new listeners alike, this is quintessential JKriv: fearless in genre exploration, meticulous in sound design, and always grounded in groove. Adaptation is a track that connects head and heart, a record that could soundtrack an intimate lounge set or a peak-time warehouse moment, seamlessly bridging worlds with style and soul.

What really elevates Adaptation is JKriv’s uncanny ability to balance nostalgia and forward-thinking production. It nods to the soulful, loopy house of days gone by but injects a contemporary edge that keeps the energy fresh and exhilarating. Every element feels deliberate, every layer crafted to maximize both emotional impact and dancefloor potency.

Yes, I know this is my second review of a JKriv-associated track, but why not? Music like this deserves recognition. Massive shout to Jay and Aaron for all the work,be it edits, Latin, disco, or house,keep them coming. I’m right here to review them all!

Moniquea & XL Middleton – Brand New (Soul Clap Records vs MoFunk)

Moniquea and XL Middleton's "Brand New" is a vibrant fusion of modern funk and house, capturing the essence of both genres with finesse. The track is part of the collaborative Soul Clap Records vs MoFunk EP, a union of talents from XL Middleton, Moniquea, Soul Clap's Charles Levine, and FSQ's Chuck Da Fonk XL Middleton.

The song opens with XL Middleton's signature bright piano chords, setting an uplifting tone. Moniquea's soulful vocals weave seamlessly over the rhythm, delivering an empowering message of self-worth and resilience. The production is underpinned by Soul Clap's dedication to house music's gospel roots, featuring swinging drums reminiscent of New York and New Jersey's classic sound.

"Brand New" stands out as an anthem for modern funk enthusiasts, blending nostalgic elements with contemporary energy. It's a testament to the artists' ability to innovate while honouring the genre's rich history.

DELUSIONS OF GRANDEUR/ SESSION VICTIM / SIDEQUESTS CHAPTER 3

A1 - Too Soft To Be Loud /W Viken Arman (Ian Pooley Remix)

A2 - Know Less /W Viken Arman

B1 - Broken Coast /W Viken Arman

B2 - Rain Or Shine /W Eo

And finally...

100 releases, 1 mission: pure disco

Few labels have carved out a niche as effortlessly groove laden as The Disco Express. From their Shoreditch loft origins to their globe-trotting parties, TDE has always been about the dance floor first, the spreadsheet second. With TDE100, they celebrate a century of releases in style, a double LP that’s equal parts nostalgia and forward-thinking disco house.

This isn’t just a greatest hits; it’s a masterclass in curation. Every track feels like a carefully placed puzzle piece, from the soaring soul of Magnolia ft. Venessa Jackson’s "Never Give Up On Love", to the punchy disco house of Sean Den’s "Ain’t No Love". Luke Delite & Michelle Weeks bring the velvet vocal vibes, while Foot-Loose offers that jazzy, offbeat energy that makes the label’s signature sound so addictive.

Production-wise, the record is immaculate. Crisp kicks, glimmering hi-hats, and warm basslines that hug the speakers like a late-night summer breeze. It’s a reminder why The Disco Express has remained relevant in a scene obsessed with nostalgia, his label doesn’t just replicate the past, it reinvents it for the modern floor.

The beauty of TDE100 is its inclusivity. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just discovering the label’s archives, the compilation reads like a party in your living room, with every track comes a reallly opportunity to loose yourself to music It’s polished yet playful, soulful yet funky, and always, unmistakably, The Disco Express.

Well done to Tom and all involved, we cant welcome to welcome The Disco Express double century special!