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For the Craft

Everybody has their favourite artists, and we're no different. This collection celebrates those artists that to us, are the craftspeople of music itself, who for their own, unique reasons, changed everything. Each short, but perfectly-formed playlist contains the very best of each artist, specially curated by one of our team who simply can't live without them.

Crazy P

Crazy P is one of the great British dance and electronic mucis acts of the modern age. With the passing of Danielle Moore, the frontwoman of the band for the longest time, we wanted to pay tribute to her, and them, with this sun-soaked, vocal masterclass, looking back at some of the best tracks from their early days, through to their later stuff too.

David Bowie

David Bowie needs no introduction. His oeuvre is vast, and his influence on music is immeasurable. And that''s before you even get to everything else that he defined: fashion, art, and culture. This playlist is a snapshot of his career, from his early folk days to his glam rock and disco phases, and beyond.

Jamiroquai

Jamiroquai, the British band fronted by the enigmatic, beautiful, talent that is Jay Kay, stormed to the height of their power in the 90s, creating their own blend of acid jazz, funk, and disco. Their music is a celebration of the dancefloor, and their videos are a feast for the eyes. This playlist is a snapshot of their career, from their early days to their most recent releases.

Sounds of the Summer

Started back in 2022, SOTS is our annual signature series capturing the very best beats from every summer season. Perfect for those long, balmy summer stints where anything seems possible. Or, those serendipitous moments when you're with friends on a balcony, with the sun on your face, and the entire night before you.

Sounds of the Summer 2024

In our third annual instalment of Sounds of the Summer, we wanted to recreate that serendipitous summer house party vibe. You know the one, where a mate suggests meeting up, you all um and ah for a while, and then, miraculously, you all end up on their balcony dancing the afternoon away, while the rays beat down, the laughter never ends, and there’s a feeling in the air that you wish would live with you forever.

Sounds of the Summer 2023

The Summer of 2023 was Umlaut's Berlin Showdown. We threw open the windows of our Berlin studio and cranked up the beats. It was one of those long summers that was gone in a flash. When that happens, you know it was a winner. This playlist is a tribute to that summer. Influenced by the city’s disco renaissance, this playlist is full of anthemic tracks that fill your soul, make you want to move, and inspire a gazillion ideas. Absolutely perfect for when you need to sweat the detail or kick off something new. And, of course, also stunning for those hazy weekends in Kreuzberg, dancing in the afternoon sun and through to the earlies. We'll see you there.

Sounds of the Summer 2022

Disco, nudisco, electronic, acid jazz, and house, perfect for those long hours working in the summer months. Some oldies and some newies, but all goodies. When you can sling Jungle, Jamiroquai, and Horse Meat Disco into the same playlist, you know it ain't gonna be half bad.

Specials

A series of unique, one-off, playlists for creative sessions where only something special will do.

Double Diamond

You always know when you’re in the company of a fantastic dj. When they truly know their craft, it can feel like they’re a conductor, and you, and the floor full of beautiful people around you, are the orchestra.

Neue Perspektiven

Moving into the new year the right way, with this surly, burly selection of deep grooves and beats. Perfect for disappearing in the cold winter nights, just you, your desk cans, the beat, and the work. Lush.

Playlists for creatives

For the Craft

Crazy P

David Bowie

Jamiroquai

Sounds of the Summer

Sounds of the Summer 2024

Sounds of the Summer 2023

Sounds of the Summer 2022

Specials

Double Diamond

Neue Perspektiven

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Playlists for Creatives. Brought to you by the team at Umlaut.