Title: Crosstown Rebels present SPIRITS VIII (Various Artists) Artist: Various Artists Label: Crosstown Rebels Product Type: VINYL LP UPC: 199806543221 Genre: Dance Release Date: 2026-01-30 Number of Discs: 2
Damian Lazarus reveals the eighth chapter of Crosstown Rebels acclaimed annual 'SPIRITS' VA compilation series. The latest installment sees the label founder once again curating a carefully balanced lineup of emerging voices and established names with an eight-track collection.Since it's inception in 2017, Damian Lazarus' 'SPIRITS' series has become a trusted barometer for the year ahead, spotlighting forward-thinking artists and cutting-edge club music from across the global electronic landscape. With 'SPIRITS VIII', Crosstown Rebels continues this tradition, delivering a refined yet adventurous selection that moves seamlessly between hypnotic house, melodic depth, and late-night energy - building on the momentum of previous volumes and capturing the label's unmistakable essence.Opening the release, Raz Alon sets the tone with 'Hey It's Me', a warm and immersive opener that draws listeners in with emotive touches and fluid groove work. Lost Desert follows with 'Ultima', leaning into trippy, melodic-tinged sensibilities as tumbling rhythms meet expansive atmospheres and subtly evolving motifs. On the flip, TIMANTI ventures into a captivating voyage with 'Warrior Spirit', pairing swirling synths with hazy melodies, before STEB delivers 'House Of STEB', a groove-led cut packed with personality, swing, and club-ready flair.The journey continues with Yuvee's 'Set The Fire', featuring FADO, a hypnotic and vocal-led track that balances emotional weight with understated rhythmic pressure. Ekoboy then ups the intensity on 'Lose Control', combining crisp percussion with infectious momentum designed for peak-time moments. On the final stretch, MADI brings a reflective buy playful touch with 'Around Me', weaving lush textures and subtle dynamics into a deeply absorbing listen, before JUAAN closes the compilation with 'Bass Cliente', a punchy and bass-forward finale that rounds things out with raw club energy.With it's continued ability to champion new talent while welcoming respected artists into it's orbit, Crosstown Rebels remains a vital force within electronic music. SPIRITS VIII stands as another clear statement of the label's vision, reaffirming it's role in shaping the sound of contemporary house and techno.Tracklisting:A1. Raz Alon - Hey It's Me A2. Lost Desert - Ultima B1. TIMANTI - Warrior Spirit B2. STEB - House of STEB C1. Yuve'e ft. FADO - Set The Fire C2. Ekoboy - Lose Control D1. MADI - Around Me D2. JUAAN - Bass Cliente
