Meet the MC is DJ Mag's new monthly interview series, getting to know emerging MCs on the electronic music scene. This month, DJ Mag’s Amy Fielding catches up with London collective, Bala Bala Boyz, about the influence of Congolese heritage on their sound, high-energy performances, and the importance of retaining authenticity

For fans of: Ecko Bazz, Ahadadream, NKC

Celebrating inventive sounds and dynamic collaborations above all, this year’s edition of Wysing Polyphonic, guest-curated by Somerset House Studios, pushes the boundaries of experimentation in electronic music, with unforgettable sets from Ziúr, Flora Yin-Wong, Mun Sing, Loraine James, and more

On the grounds of Sparkford Hall, a Georgian manor in Somerset, this 400 cap festival thrives in its third outing with a carefully curated line-up, an impressive array of visual art and a stunning pastoral backdrop. With unforgettable sets from DJ Bus Replacement Service, Teki Latex, DEBONAIR, Otim Alpha, Kampire and more, KALLIDA has set itself apart, and solidified its status as one of the UK's most exciting small festivals

DJ Mag ventured into the woodland of Lincolnshire for a weekend of joyful sounds, "anything goes" DJ sets and seamless curation as Lost Village reasserts it's station as one of the UK's best-run small festivals. Featuring unforgettable sets from HAAi, Jayda G, Four Tet, Or:la, Gilles Peterson, Mr. Scruff, Ben UFO, Awesome Tapes From Africa and many more, below are 25 massive tracks played that speak to the unbridled fun of one of the UK's finest weekenders...