Music · 07 March 2026
Mexico-born Soar is apparently an artist known for his punchy take on house music, drawing heavily on his early love of hip-hop and urban culture. With releases on labels such as Sola, Armada and CUFF, and support from artists like Chris Lake, Solardo and Michael Bibi, he now links up with newcomer TITO, who makes his production debut with their collaborative ‘Hands Up’ single on Patrick Topping’s Trick label.
Music · 27 December 2025
Fresh off his Solid Grooves debut, Patrick Topping marks six months of his summer track ‘Want U’ by recruiting breakout duo Murphy’s Law for a new rework. The brothers twist the original into a hazy, heads-down club roller, blending neon synth colours, a raspy ‘90s bassline, and a vocal glow. Piano stabs cut through the mix, pushing the track into peak-time.
Music · 23 December 2025
BiG MiK, aka Michael Armstrong, has shared bricks and mortar with drums and bass. Hailing from Cullercoats, Newcastle, he draws inspiration from everyday life, while maintaining a grounded approach to sound and production with the same creativity that has defined his working life.
Music · 12 April 2025
Solardo’s first-ever Trick record, ‘Psycho’, was released yesterday, hot on the heels of the label's 100th release from head honcho Patrick Topping. The title cut opens up proceedings in a rugged, stomping fashion with subtle hints of electroclash. The off-balance bass makes for a wonky workout while distorted synth pressure and sung-spoken vocals aim to send the party wild.
Music · 25 March 2025
Opening his 2025 schedule and setting the tone for the year ahead, Patrick Topping returns to his Trick label for its landmark 100th release. Right from the off, ‘Baby Daddy (Sperm Donor)’ has attitude, thanks to its raw female vocal and amped-up house beats. Drum fills and synth filters build up the track’s energy, paving the way for basslines and FX.
Music · 02 December 2024
Patrick Topping returns with the two-part ‘4 For The Floor’ EP on his Trick imprint. His first EP release since the 2021 track ‘Planet Session’, the Newcastle artist taps into the light and dark shades of his production style across parts one and two, respectively.
Music · 24 July 2024
Patrick Topping returns to his Trick label this summer with his new track, ‘Energy’. The Geordie artist and his imprint have been part of the electronic scene for a few years now, apparently giving rise to an array of breakout talent and sounds like Ben Hemsley, Hannah Laing, and Schak to name a few.
Music · 04 June 2024
DJ/producer Patrick Topping aims to ignite Ibiza’s summer season as he brings his Trick label to Hï Ibiza’s Theatre to host an exclusive four-date residency this month. This series will feature a lineup of guests from across the house music spectrum as he steps in to take over from Australian DJ Fisher, who goes on paternity leave for the whole month of June.
Music · 21 April 2024
Fresh off a BBC Radio 1 Hottest Record feature with his 2024 ‘Take Me Away’, Lewis Taylor has been a core part of the Trick family, appearing on the label’s 2023 ‘Lethal Bangers Vol. 1’ V/A and lineups at festivals such as Creamfields and WeAreFestvl. The Newcastle artist now returns with his debut solo EP on Topping’s imprint, ‘Kickin’ In The Beat’.
Music · 22 February 2024
Spencer Parker’s latest track, ‘To The Edge’ is as simple as it is effective, with its groove underpinning its riff and vocal. Paired back and Euro-influenced, the track is from a DJ/producer who has grown his profile by turning his hand to a myriad of disco, house and techno styles.