House Music Essentials Vol. 26 featuring San Pacho, Isaac Palmer & more

Keeping the beat alive and pulsating within the realm of house and techno music, We Rave You proudly presents the twenty-sixth installment of our House Music Essentials series, featuring no other than San Pacho, Isaac Palmer, Skruuul, Erick Diaz, Freshcobar, Bleu Clair, itsCHRISJOHNSON, Elohim, Martial Simon and Narissa.

Dive into the vibrant and ever-evolving world of house music as We Rave You proudly unveils the latest edition of our House Music Essentials series. In this twenty-sixth installment, we showcase a unique and stacked lineup of talented artists who are pushing boundaries and igniting dance floors worldwide. Join us as we explore the beauty of house and techno music with no other than San Pacho, Isaac Palmer, Skruuul, Erick Diaz, Freshcobar, Bleu Clair, itsCHRISJOHNSON, Elohim, Martial Simon, and Narissa.

San Pacho – ‘No Guest List’

Kicking off 2024 strong with what could be his best release to date, San Pacho has unleashed his latest single, “No Guest List”. This track stands as a vibrant emblem of San Pacho’s ingenuity, blending high-energy, club-ready dynamics with an epic, catchy, and powerful style that truly sets him apart. “No Guest List,” characterized by riveting build-ups and masterful drops, captures the essence of the clubbing experience.

Emerging from Croatia, San Pacho has been a name to reckon with since his debut in 2019. His unique concoction of tech house and club house has captivated audiences globally, carving out a niche that is distinctively his own. “No Guest List” is a culmination of this artistic journey, incorporating real-life audio clips into a Latin-infused tech house framework, resulting in a club experience that is as immersive as it is invigorating.

Isaac Palmer & BEAUZ – ‘Can’t Get You Out Of My Head’ Ft. Aina

At the young age of 23, Isaac Palmer continues to solidify his presence in the electronic music scene with the release of his debut hyper techno track, a bold and electrifying cover of Kylie Minogue’s iconic hit “Can’t Get You Out of My Head.” Teaming up with the prolific duo BEAUZ, who recently joined forces with Zedd and Maren Morris for the hit “Make You Say,” and featuring the enchanting vocals of AINA, this release has the potential to be one of the biggest of the year.

“Can’t Get You Out of My Head” marks Isaac Palmer’s first foray into the techno realm. The track takes Kylie Minogue’s smash single to new heights, infusing it with a darker, more underground feel. Pulsating notes, propulsive drums, and hypnotic vocal elements collectively propels the composition, making the listening experience both exhilarating and boundary-defying. Palmer’s distinctive touch, along with the talent of BEAUZ, brings a fresh perspective to the techno genre, showcasing both of their versatility and innovation.

Skruuul –  ‘Not Over’ Remix

In his latest musical venture, Skruuul has unveiled a captivating house remix of the iconic track ‘Not Over,’ originally crafted by German producers Gabriel Wittner, Jaxomy, and Slenderino in collaboration with TALYA. Skruuul’s rendition of ‘Not Over’ seamlessly blends melodic beats with TALYA’s powerful vocals, delivering a fresh perspective while staying true to the original message. Despite the original’s somewhat brighter instrumental tone, Skruuul’s remix dives into a deeper emotional resonance, earning praise from Gabriel Wittner for skillfully enhancing the song’s essence.

Reflecting on his creative process, Skruuul shared, “I treated it like an original song, distancing myself from the original to amplify the emotion carried by the vocals.” This unique approach highlights his commitment to preserving the song’s core while infusing his distinct style. Beyond his remix endeavors, Skruuul has an exciting year ahead with significant house music projects featuring prominent names in the industry. Additionally, he’s pioneering a groundbreaking music mastering AI service, showcasing his commitment to pushing boundaries in the world of music production.

Erick Diaz & Freshcobar – ‘Dance Now’

Following an innovative tech house release that hit #10 on the Beatport Top 100 House Releases, ‘Closer to Love’, Erick Diaz pairs up with Freshcobar of NOS Recordings for their first collaboration, ‘Dance Now’. Pumped with urgency, depth and energy that feeds, ‘Dance Now’ grabs the dance floor. Erick Diaz is knee deep in the house music scene out of San Diego with revered performances next to artists such as Bob Moses at CRSSD Festival, Sacha Robotti, Maxinne and Kyle Walker, while most recently appearing with Maceo Plex and Testpilot for the Proper NYE After Dark official after party on day one of 2024. Find his must-listen New Year’s Day set on SoundCloud now.

Freshcobar is the perfect mentor for Erick Diaz in the studio as a Mastering Engineer who has worked with legends such as Robbie Rivera. Over the years Freshcobar has also made a name for himself playing at some of the best pool parties and clubs in California alongside acts like Sam Divine as well as releasing music on Nora En Pure’s Enormous Tunes, among others. We also recommend Freshcobar’s recent solo effort, the Gemini EP, a deep organic house trip that is getting played internationally by underground’s finest such as, Gobi Desert Collective and ARANAVA (Cafe De Anatolia).

Bleu Clair – ‘Shake What Yo Mama’

Following up on December’s well-received “Boom Boom,” Bleu Clair closed out on another successful and fast-paced year where he played events like Parookaville Festival 2023 & Tomorrowland 2023, maintained his monthly Spotify listeners at over 450,000, scored millions of streams, toured heavily, and overall kept the vision going full speed.

Even from the outside looking in, it’s obvious that life doesn’t let up when it comes to keeping pace with the schedule that’s demanded of him. Bleu Clair continues to be a hot trend within the greater house scene – in particular tech house – his music simply resonating on a spiritual level with millions. Hypnotic basslines, clever vocal samples, infectious club melodies – and an overall sense of style in his releases that connects with an audience. “Shake What Yo Mama” is a sound that fits right in this lane. The song satisfies with its exotic and primal precision influence harmoniously layered with a classic house vocal that’s sampled, looped, and integrated in just the right way. The drop features hard synths that take the experience to an unpredictable place, in the best way.

itsCHRISJOHNSON – ‘Get Close’

In a creative blend of nostalgia and innovation, Christopher Johnson, popularly known as itsCHRISJOHNSON, has released his latest single “Get Close.” This track, brimming with energy, fun, and an enticing rhythm, kicks off a 2024 full of potential while closing out a 2023 full of accomplishment.

Drawing inspiration from the iconic electro sound of the early 2010s, “Get Close” is a product of itsCHRISJOHNSON’s creative experimentations during festival season. Known for his roots in hip-hop production, Johnson, hailing from Delray Beach, Florida, has seamlessly transitioned to dance music. His work under his label, Social Sound Club, especially during the quarantine period, has catalyzed his rise in the electronic dance music scene.

Elohim – ‘Can’t Remember Your Name’

“Can’t Remember Your Name” marks Elohim’s captivating first single of 2024. Following her raw and vulnerable track, “Broken Face,” in December, Elohim plunges even further into the abyss of her mental labyrinth with “Can’t Remember Your Name”. This time, she unveils her experiences with the ebb-and-flow of seeking solace in prescription medication, a battle she faced while on tour in the fall of 2023.

After becoming overwhelmed with a wave of anxiety and panic, more severe than she ever experienced before, Elohim found herself relying on prescription medication, increasing the amount she was taking to be able to get on stage to perform until she was taking 5x the prescribed dosage. In just two weeks, she had lost over ten pounds and was uncontrollably shaking and vomiting every day due to the immense anxiety and panic she was experiencing. With the awareness that the excessive use of benzodiazepines would have dangerous consequences on her health, Elohim’s team stepped in and made the decision it was time for her to go home and get help.

Martial Simon & Narissa – ’10 To 5′

Martial Simon’s new track “10 to 5,” is an original follow up to the fast-paced streak of music that he has been serving up in 2023. With each release clocking over 200K+ streams on Spotify alone, Martial has captured the emotions of millions of listeners, and now is set to do it again on this song. In this collaboration with Narissa, who scored a hit Boss Bae and worked with Wiz Khalifa, there is a clear synergy between the these two artists which inevitably lead to the inspiration of this single.

“10 to 5” is a vivid depiction of the classic myth versus reality dating tale, serving as a love crush battle cry for those who have ever experienced romantic disillusionment. Its meaning is deeply relatable, capturing the dichotomy between initial attraction and the subsequent revelation of truth. The track guides listeners through the unmasking of a potential partner’s charms by seeing past the facade of intrigue and passion.