wAFF makes a triumphant return to Hot Creations after a seven-year hiatus with his three-track, groove-driven ‘Slapfunk EP’. Since his first outing back in 2012, wAFF has been an integral part of the Hot Creations family, remixing various releases and dropping a total of four EPs - the last being ‘Sick Pleasure’ in 2016, which still stands today as a highlight in the label’s extensive catalogue. Marking a long-awaited return to Jamie Jones and Lee Foss’ beloved imprint after seven years, with material via renowned labels such as Solid Grooves, Cocoon, Desolat and his very own NATURE imprint over that period further establishing him as a leading name, he arrives fresh from his third Paradise show of the season ready to ignite dancefloors with a trio of irresistible beats on ‘Slapfunk’. Title track ‘Slapfunk’ opens the release with shifting stabs, warping bass patterns and fizzing lead synths, steadily progressing into a menacing club-focused workout. Continuing his signature style, ‘Questions’ showcases a blend of pulsating beats synchronised with a warped vocal topline that enhances the allure. Finally, ‘Next Game’ delivers a punchy trip loaded with subtle minimal-leaning influences, combining chopped vocal snippets with slick, stripped-back percussion.

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wAFF returns to his Nature imprint as he kicks off 2023 with his latest four-track EP, ‘District’. A renowned name and personality within the global house music landscape, with releases via the likes of Hot Creations, Cocoon, Desolat and Solid Grooves, wAFF’s journey has stepped up a level after becoming a label owner following the launch of his own imprint, Nature. Founded in November 2021 with the release of his ‘Colours’ EP, the label boss returns for the third instalment on the blossoming imprint as he celebrates a year since its launch with a new EP. Combining a wealth of UK influences alongside subtle global nods across the package, early December brings four new productions to the label as he unveils his powerful and impactful ‘District’ EP. Title track ‘District’ is a hard-hitting opener as the Nature boss combines sharp metallic production with hazy melodies and resonant vocal snippets, while ‘Locked In’ offers a more paired-back, rolling effort as slick drums and glossy pads combine. Next, ‘Sicko’ steps things up once again with squelching acid lines and rumbling sub- bass, before closing via the organic drums and playful sonics of ‘Rozzo’.

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nfluential house and techno titan wAFF is branching out with his own new label, Nature. As well as donating a portion of profits to animal charities, the label will become a platform for music that in some ways heals us, just like nature itself. The innovative DJ and producer kicks it off with his own new three tracker, Colours.The stylish Colours is a taught, driving house track with slinky hi hats and rubbery drums. The monstrous bassline bobbles away down low and is sure to lock in any crowd. Django is another inventive groove, with lush claps and a knotted bassline that drives the track along beneath infectious percussion and silky smooth synths. Switchin is the most raw of the lot with its busy leads, razor sharp tech house drums and glitchy effects. Add in some turbocharged chords and you have a sleazy and standout banger. These are three vital tunes that start off this label in fantastic fashion.

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A name on everyone's lips, charismatic talent wAFF is back onboard Hot Creations curating the ‘Sick Pleasure EP’ with three original cuts that once again showcase his unique style and adept understanding of the dancefloor. Kicking things off with ‘Kidney Punch’, a throbbing bass is perfectly executed under blissful, angelic vocals. Party starter ‘Flipback’ is next up igniting carnival-esque energy. On the flip, the sonic ’Sick Pleasure’ carries the mind away through hypnotic melodies that ride amongst the layers of intricate percussion. A natural born talent, wAFF started producing over ten years ago and has gone on to become one of the most sought after artists of recent times. Not only is he an integral part of the Hot Creations family and resident at Jamie’s Paradise night at DC10 in Ibiza, he’s also releasing on the likes of Moon Harbour, Drumcode and Cocoon. His music has also been getting the nod from key players Adam Beyer, Loco Dice, Joseph Capriati, Marco Carola, Sven Vath and many more.

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wAFF is now a firm fixture in the clan of hot creative hedonists. Back with ‘Puke It Up’ this time on darker, club-focused off-shoot label Hot Trax, wAFF delivers more of the dense techno material he so clearly relishes making. A pair of head-tripping and immaculately crafted techno cuts; both ‘Puke It Up’ and B-side ‘Love’ (a swinging tropical acid-synth meltdown) will do serious damage on the dancefloor no question about it. Hold on tight because you’re in for a ride on wAFF’s big, bad and heavy bass train. Leeds boy wAFF has in the past year gained lofty recognition for this industrious and dextrous talents winning the accolade of best single of 2012 in the DJ Mag awards with ‘Jo Johnson’ from his debut summer smash ‘Rainbows EP’ on Hot Creations. With a list of admirers including Luciano, Loco Dice and Sven Vath (who included Jo Johnson on his ´The Sound Of The 13th Season´ compilation) and with Jamie Jones and Carl Cox already hammering ‘Puke It Up’ ; the 24 year old wAFF has also quickly reached the status of hotly in-demand global DJ - smashing into the big league within months of his first EP release but armed with a talent he’s been harbouring since his mid-teens. Second Hot Creations release came in the winter of 2012 with the ‘Eclipse EP’, another masterstroke, followed by a massive remix of Digitaria’s ‘Shine’ earlier this year - all further proof of wAFF’s raw and unstoppable talent. Inviting wAFF to play a couple of Paradise gigs last year, Jamie Jones and co. are holding on to their wonderboy making him a resident at the night this season as well as bagging these essential new cuts for Hot Trax.

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The unstoppable wAFF returns to Hot Creations' relentless release schedule displaying once again on Eclipse EP just why he is riding such an incredible wave of hype since the release of his critically acclaimed Rainbows EP on the label earlier this year. With a list of admirers including Luciano, Loco Dice and Sven Vath (who recently included wAFF's Jo Johnson on his 'The Sound Of The 13th Season' compilation), it's safe to say that the 24 year old is most definitely one to watch out for. With conga rhythms and the sounds of nature penetrating the senses it feels as though we have been transported directly to the heart of the Amazon on title track Eclipse. That is until an incredibly sultry bassline enters the foray and drives this one to the point of dance floor destruction wAFF is becoming so renowned for. After the introduction of a groove-inducing vocal lick and a couple of percussive-led breakdowns later, it seems we have ourselves yet another massive hit for the Hot Creations cartel. Things don't let up by any means on the flip; in fact if anything the intensity climbs to a point where people will quite literally be hanging from the walls. With a driving, Chicago style high hat pattern, a low-end that is set to push sound-systems to the max and delayed rolling woodblock shots inducing hypnotic waves of climax, Ibiza feels like the young artist doing what he does best.

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The unrelenting Hot Creations imprint has snapped up sensational talent wAFF and his impressive debut 'Jo Johnson EP'. Bursting with solid house groove, this three-track treasure paves the way for what is set to be a huge year for this rising star.

Still only in his early 20's, UK based producer wAFF has an undeniable talent that far exceeds his years.. Co-founder of long established club night Koala in Hull, wAFF has played host to some of the best names in the industry. His tracks are already being championed by key heavy weights including Jamie Jones, Richy Ahmed and Subb-an in notorious clubs such as DC10 and fabric. With excitement building for this stunning EP, it's only a matter of time before wAFF is recognised as incredibly talented and globally admired.

Fuzzy and raw on the edges, title track 'Jo Johnson' steams in with a heavy rolling bass enhanced with the seriously sharp kick and hushed seductive whispers. Erratic and prominent percussion plays to full effect on the dance floor, creating rapid build and bubbling energy, while added vocals creep in for a real flavour of jacking house. Escalating into a full-fledged affair of Balearic vocal harmony over the tough beats and solid groove, there is no doubt this dance floor bomb will lead the soundtrack to the summer.

Taking it deeper 'Jeyda' beats with a powerful force fusing metallic keys and hypnotic sweeps of melodic chords that add emotion and drama. Keeping wAFF's trademark sharp kick, the track progresses with contrasting alluring whispers and dreamy layers.

Rounding off this highly accomplished EP is the techier of the selection, 'Rainbows'. Soaring spacey synths, subtle shakes, pacey percussive passages and an epic melodic break down make this trippy late night number one to remember.

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wAFF returns to his Nature imprint as he kicks off 2023 with his latest four-track EP, ‘District’. A renowned name and personality within the global house music landscape, with releases via the likes of Hot Creations, Cocoon, Desolat and Solid Grooves, wAFF’s journey has stepped up a level after becoming a label owner following the launch of his own imprint, Nature. Founded in November 2021 with the release of his ‘Colours’ EP, the label boss returns for the third instalment on the blossoming imprint as he celebrates a year since its launch with a new EP. Combining a wealth of UK influences alongside subtle global nods across the package, early December brings four new productions to the label as he unveils his powerful and impactful ‘District’ EP. Title track ‘District’ is a hard-hitting opener as the Nature boss combines sharp metallic production with hazy melodies and resonant vocal snippets, while ‘Locked In’ offers a more paired-back, rolling effort as slick drums and glossy pads combine. Next, ‘Sicko’ steps things up once again with squelching acid lines and rumbling sub- bass, before closing via the organic drums and playful sonics of ‘Rozzo’.

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nfluential house and techno titan wAFF is branching out with his own new label, Nature. As well as donating a portion of profits to animal charities, the label will become a platform for music that in some ways heals us, just like nature itself. The innovative DJ and producer kicks it off with his own new three tracker, Colours.The stylish Colours is a taught, driving house track with slinky hi hats and rubbery drums. The monstrous bassline bobbles away down low and is sure to lock in any crowd. Django is another inventive groove, with lush claps and a knotted bassline that drives the track along beneath infectious percussion and silky smooth synths. Switchin is the most raw of the lot with its busy leads, razor sharp tech house drums and glitchy effects. Add in some turbocharged chords and you have a sleazy and standout banger. These are three vital tunes that start off this label in fantastic fashion.

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