New Music Monday

Massive News: Pete Tong DJ Academy Shortlist & Shoreditch Day Parties 🔊

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Blaze DJ
March 09, 2026

Session 6 progress, Jungle Techna Launch, and Decibels Til Dusk.

Alright, Blaze here. I’m starting this week with some absolutely massive news.

Thanks to every single one of you who watched, commented, and shared Session 6, I have officially made the shortlist for the Pete Tong DJ Academy Future Talent Awards! I’m honestly blown away. A massive shout out to the MOB crew for helping highlight our genre—let’s see what happens in the next stage. Fingers crossed! 🤞

The Friday Night Digger session was pure energy, and the crew have officially locked in a stone-cold classic for the Time Capsule. You can find the full selection from tonight’s show right here:

🏆 THE SELECTION

Monday Momentum — Breaka, Stones Taro

  • Track: "Yes"

  • Label: FABRICLIVE

  • The Vibe: Starting the week with a high-gravity collaboration. Breaka and Stones Taro deliver a masterclass in UK-informed breaks—weighty, percussive, and undeniably cool.

  • Best For: Setting a high bar for the week ahead.

  • Stream / Buy Here

Sonic Exploration — AKAS

  • Track: "Let There Be Light" (VIP)

  • Label: Break Beat Connection

  • The Vibe: AKAS revisits a heater for a special VIP treatment. Expect more light, more bass, and that signature Break Beat Connection drive.

  • Best For: A peak-time midweek switch-up.

  • Stream / Buy Here

The Centerpiece — Modus Novum

  • Track: "Jungle Techna"

  • Label: Diesel Recordings

  • The Vibe: Exactly what the title suggests—the raw energy of Jungle meets the clinical drive of Techno. It’s a hybrid monster that bridges the gap between the dark and the melodic.

  • Best For: Peak-time transitions with a tribal edge.

  • Stream / Buy Here

The Time Capsule — 808 State, UB40

  • Track: "One In Ten" (Vocal)

  • Label: ZTT Records

  • The Vibe: The Digger crew went deep into the vaults for this one. A legendary crossover that blends rave history with iconic vocals—a true heritage hit.

  • Best For: A nostalgic moment that still moves the floor.

  • Stream / Buy Here

After Hours Prep — Maybe One

  • Track: "Just A Beat"

  • Label: Samay Records

  • The Vibe: Samay keeps the quality high with this stripped-back, hypnotic roller. It focuses purely on the groove, making it perfect for those 4 AM moments.

  • Best For: Deep, late-night transitions.

  • Stream / Buy Here

EVENT HYPE

DECIBELS TIL DUSK PART II

  • Location: Basing House, 25 Kingsland Road, Shoreditch

  • Date: Sat, 9 May 2026 (14:00 - 21:00)

  • Details: The Vinyl Touch & Essence of Chi join forces for a proper Shoreditch day party. Seven hours of pure atmospheric energy.

  • Grab Tickets via RA Here

ON THE RISE - DJ WORKSHOP & OPEN DECKS

  • Location: BOXPARK Shoreditch, London

  • Details: Our monthly grassroots home. Come down to learn at the workshop, or hop on the decks to show us your minerals.

  • Grab Tickets via Eventbrite Here

QUEEN'S YARD SUMMER PARTY 2026

  • Location: Hackney Wick, Multiple Venues

  • Date: Sat, 2 May 2026

  • Details: MOB isn't playing this year, but we support our local festival. Grab a ticket and get lost in the Wick.

  • Grab Tickets via RA Here

SCHEDULE

LIKE THAT UNDERGROUND

TUESDAY - 6PM UK/7PM CET Weekly European drive time show from the underground

FRIDAY NIGHT DIGGER

FRIDAY - 7PM UK/8PM CET Weekly live Beatport crate digging chat show

👋 THE FINAL WORDS

Support the Movement: Keep the crates fresh and the streams running by supporting the Ministry. ☕

LATEST MIXES

Passing thought of the week: Sometimes you just have to put the work out there and let the community speak. Shortlisted! Let's keep moving.

Stay locked, Blaze / Ministry of Breaks