Hey there, fellow groove hunters! If you've been scrolling through your feeds lately, you've probably noticed how 2025 is all about that nostalgic throwback vibe in house music—think dusty vinyl scratches meeting sleek modern production, pulling us right back to the golden era of club nights that lasted till dawn. And right on cue, UK producer Jansons slides in with his fresh 'Dance 2 This' EP on the newly minted Factory93 Records, serving up a dose of minimal house and old-school house that's pure fire for your playlist. Dropping just in time for those late-summer sets, this one's got the kind of stripped-back energy that makes you wanna clear the dancefloor (or your living room) and just... move. Trust me, if you're into minimal house bangers or hunting for the next underground house gem, this EP is your new obsession.
Why 'Dance 2 This' Feels Like a Time Machine in Minimal House Form
Let's break it down, shall we? Jansons isn't new to crafting tracks that hit you square in the chest—he's the guy behind one of Circus Recordings' biggest house smashes, 'Switch', which put him on the map as a must-watch UK talent. Teaming up as half of the production duo LoveHrtz with Richy Ahmed, he's been stacking releases on killer labels like Knee Deep In Sound, Hot Creations, Four Thirty Two Classic Music Company, Skint Records, and 8bit. The support rolls in thick from heavy hitters like The Martinez Brothers, Jamie Jones, Hot Since 82, and Nic Fanciulli, not to mention those Beatport Top 10 spots and BBC Radio 1 love that keep his name buzzing.
Now, onto the EP itself. 'Dance 2 This' lives up to every bit of its cheeky title: high-hats skittering over a hefty, no-nonsense kick drum that anchors the whole thing, while swirling synths build this hypnotic swirl that pulls you deeper into the groove. It's peak minimal house—clean lines, subtle builds, and that raw, driving rhythm that lets the track breathe without overwhelming you. The flip side, 'U Do', tips its hat to old-school house foundations with a nod to those classic loops and percussive punches that defined the genre back in the day. No frills, just pure, infectious propulsion that screams for a dimly lit warehouse or a sun-soaked festival stage. In a year where deep tech and minimal house mixes are dominating Spotify playlists and YouTube sets, this EP slots right in, blending that sparse minimalism with a wink to the past. Jansons keeps it tight, focusing on the essentials: a bassline that thumps without apology and layers that unfold just enough to keep you locked in.
And get this—Jansons is leveling up even more with his own label dropping later this year, adding another layer to his rise in this wild dance music landscape. His DJ creds speak volumes too: think pounding sets at Fabric London, the electric haze of Watergate Berlin, BPM Portugal's beachy chaos, Hideout Festival, Snowbombing, and Warehouse Project. Oh, and those two recent Radio 1 Mini-Mixes? Chef's kiss. It's no wonder he's clocking global nods—he's got that rare knack for making minimal house feel both timeless and urgently now.
Tying It All to 2025's House Revival Wave
Zoom out a bit, and 'Dance 2 This' couldn't land at a better moment. House music in 2025 is leaning hard into those nostalgic old-school vibes, with producers dusting off classic elements like funky loops and soulful grooves to remix them for today's ravers. We're seeing a full-on revival, from deep house sets channeling '90s throwbacks to minimal grooves that echo the underground pulse of early 2000s clubs. Factory93 Records, fresh off its launch by Insomniac earlier this year, is right in the thick of it—pushing cutting-edge house and techno that's got that authentic edge without chasing trends. Think of it as the perfect storm: Jansons' stripped-back production style meets a label that's all about unfiltered energy, dropping EPs like this one that feel tailor-made for the rave culture comeback everyone's buzzing about.
In the broader minimal house scene, we're watching DJs like Traumer and Prunk push boundaries with similar sparse, groove-heavy sounds, but Jansons brings that UK grit—punchy, unpretentious, and ready to soundtrack your next all-nighter. It's the kind of release that reminds us why we fell for house in the first place: that shared sweat on the floor, the way a simple kick can sync up a whole room.
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So, what's the verdict on 'Dance 2 This'? Does it have you plotting your next DJ set, or are you already remixing it in your head? Drop your thoughts in the comments below—I'd love to hear what old-school house throwback has you hooked this summer. Keep those submissions rolling my way via SubmitHub, and let's keep the vibes alive. Until next time, stay groovy!
