The Disco Express presents XPRESS Singles Vol.1

Bridging gritty South London soul with slick Franco-American house energy - a release designed for the salubrious moments on the dance floor.

The Disco Express presents XPRESS Singles Vol.1
Art by The Disco Express

“Soulbound” sees Bustin' Loose deliver cutting-edge disco-soul-infused house music straight from the concrete textures of South London. Sung and produced by Bustin' Loose himself, the track rides a pumping, elastic bassline with warm strings and raw vocal emotion - modern house with classic soul DNA.

Originally from Croydon, now based in NYC, "Soulbound" captures the energy of London's expansive music culture; uplifting, euphoric, and street-wise. It's inspired by the music of Fatboy Slim, rappers like JME and Ghetts, and London's club culture.

“Abracadabra” from Magnolia & Sam Karlson, featuring LA wordsmith Relaye, drips with French house sensibilities, blending glossy filters, catchy wah-wah guitar, and punchy grooves with razor-sharp rap vocals. Imagine Music Sound Better With You colliding with the cool charisma of Q-Tip - hypnotic, stylish, and irresistibly repeatable.

Dam Swindle transforms "Soulbound" into a deep, bumping underground roller, rich in groove and late-night atmosphere. Phil Weeks delivers a signature Ghetto Mix of "Abracadabra," crafted with his beloved MPC sampler - raw drums, stripped-back funk, and a pure nod to house music's roots.

La Felix closes the circle with a nostalgic, early-2010s-tinged deep remix of "Abracadabra," balancing modern polish with timeless dance-floor warmth.

Various Artists - XPRESS Singles Vol.1
Release Date 27th March 2026
Label The Disco Express

Tracklist
1. Bustin' Loose - Soulbound (Extended Mix)
2. Magnolia & Sam Karlson - Abracadabra feat. Relaye (Extended Mix)
3. Bustin' Loose - Soulbound (Dam Swindle Remix)
4. Magnolia & Sam Karlson - Abracadabra feat. Relaye (Phil Weeks Ghetto Mix)
5. Magnolia & Sam Karlson - Abracadabra feat. Relaye (La Felix Remix)

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