British DJ Josh Butler drops new collaboration EP as he reveals his hits of the week
BRITISH DJ and producer Josh Butler is well known for his distinctive, deep, driving rhythms and over the last decade, the talented Northerner has become one of house music’s hottest properties.
With his new collaborative EP, Last Day alongside good friends Chesster and RUZE, landing this week on tastemaker imprint Dansu Discs, Josh will be celebrating the release at London’s XOYO club on Saturday 31 May, performing an epic back-to-back-to-back set with Chesster and THEOS as Dansu Discs takes over the club again following their sold out New Years Eve party.
Since launching in 2017, Dansu Discs has become a go-to label for fresh, forward-thinking dance music. From Interplanetary Criminal and Seb Zito to Kolter and Luuk van Dijk, the label continues to push underground sounds with style and intent.
As always, XOYO provides the perfect setting for Dansu Discs. Known for its razor-sharp sound system and inclusive dancefloor, it’s one of London’s essential venues. With its ongoing partnership with LWE, XOYO keeps pushing the boundaries of club culture in the capital.
We caught up with Josh Butler this week and asked him to put together a playlist of tunes that offer a snapshot of the style of music that is currently fuelling his sets.
Also be sure to check out the latest instalment of The Night Bazaar Drum and Bass Music Show with Promo ZO on Mixcloud.
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Timmy P & James Dexter – You Know Err (Origins Rcrds)
One of the favourite recent releases on Origins Rcrds. Timmy P & James Dexter have been such consistent producers over the years and in my opinion should be much wider recognised than they are. Big love to both of these guys!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GQro3Mzwczs
THEOS feat. Noa Milee (King Street)
King Street is such a legendary label and to see my friend THEOS on here is really exciting. Love the soulful energy of this one.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lWz8Ez3lmWA
Houston (UK) – Sunburst (Origins Rcrds)
This is from a brand new producer from the North West of England. I’m a big fan of these more kicked back Cafe Mambo type vibes!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V5_hmUQ100g
Josh Butler & Chesster & Ruze – Underground Ways (Dansu Discs)
I had to include this one, my latest release with Chesster & Ruze which has been getting big support this summer. I’m very proud of this whole EP! The first of many collabs to come with these guys.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HQwzB-Mr_34
Prunk & Red87 – Break It Down (Hot Creations)
Love what Prunks been doing for the modern House music sound and this is a great example. Massive track and the Bside of his new EP on Hot Creations.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GcOQZ5SLh_s
Groove Armada – House Musique (Origins Rcrds)
This was released a few years back on Origins and was a huge milestone for the label. Groove Armada have been a massive inspiration to me over the years so still very proud to have release this and second EP from those guys!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F9k6lT2ft1M
George Smeddles – When It Rains (Whippin)
A feel good track that has been in my sets for a while now. George’s productions are always on point!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0lVPsCjMEQg
Ranger Trucco & Chesster – Wanna Get High (Range)
Another one that has been in my Rekordbox for many months and dropped this in sets all around the world from Manchester to Melbourne. Huge tune and timeless. This will still sound great in 10 years Im sure of it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lMWXhwlQQQc
Happyhead – Digital Love Thing (Underground MK Mix)
It was hard to pick with MK remix to include as there are so many bangers from back in the day. But this one is maybe less know and I will try and sneak it into some sets every now and then with the right crowds.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tc9r8w8UbPw
Danny Snowden – You Give Me (Origins Rcrds)
Danny has been bubbling on the scene for a few years now and feel like 2025 things are really coming together for him. We dropped this on Origins at the start of the year with another huge track on the flip side.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R10RT3aA5Ms
