Manuel de la Mare

Manuel De La Mare delivers a masterclass in the 'Italian sound' of the late 2000s and 2010s. It is music that feels engineered for the biggest sound systems in the world, characterized by a relentless, rolling low-end and percussion so crisp it feels like it’s cutting through the air. The energy is consistently high, sitting right at the intersection where the groove of house meets the industrial precision of techno.

What sets him apart is his ability to blend 'jackin' filtered house elements with a more modern, minimal melodic sensibility. You’ll hear echoes of his multi-instrumentalist background in the way he structures synth hooks, but they are always subservient to the dancefloor. His tracks often feature a signature 'money-shot' drop that feels both inevitable and exhilarating, a testament to his years as a top-tier remixer.

Start with his 2011 peak-era releases like 'Circle of Life' or his high-profile remixes. These tracks capture the essence of the Beatport-topping sound that defined a decade of club culture. It’s the perfect choice for when you need music that provides a steady, driving momentum without ever losing its sense of cool, European sophistication.