Manchester’s Connor Walker and Midnight McBride join forces on 'Connor's Groove', the latest release on Muscle Funk, ‘a label built around creative freedom and genre-fluid electronic music.’ The original mix is a vocal-led house cut built around a deep, rolling bassline, techy rhythms and a vocal performance. Combining underground energy with a strong melodic edge, the track builds towards a huge breakdown before returning with impact.
The collaboration pairs Muscle Funk founder Midnight McBride with Manchester DJ/producer Connor Walker, whose journey from live bands into electronic music has seen him secure residencies across Greater Manchester, launch his own Infectious events brand and make appearances at venues including Es Paradis and Plastik Ibiza.
Also included is a remix from Manchester house veteran Nick Hussey. Taking the track into deeper territory, he introduces a darker atmosphere and driving groove before delivering an old-school piano payoff that pays tribute to the classic house records that helped shape his career.
A long-standing figure within the city's club scene, he has released music through Defected, CR2 and King Street, alongside performances at clubs and events across Europe, the Middle East and North America.
Muscle Funk was created as a platform where artists can follow inspiration wherever it leads, free from the constraints of genre expectations. Since launching, the label has apparently developed a growing reputation through its releases, events and artist-focused approach, championing quality electronic music in all its forms.
The release arrives ahead of a busy summer for the brand, with the label continuing to expand its event programme. Upcoming showcases include two Café del Mar Ibiza takeovers on 14 and 16 August.
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