Sheffield-born, Berlin-based DJ, producer and Breaker Breaker Recs founder, Haider, steps up with an hour of tough, technicolor house, disco, breaks and acid for the Fresh Kicks mix series

For 20 years, Simon Dunmore's Defected has been dedicated to the finest in house music, from its label and numerous associated imprints, to its events and festivals. Still, it hasn’t all been plain sailing — Defected has traversed choppy waters to become the super-brand it is today. DJ Mag talks to Dunmore about his house history, adaptability and his approach to business... 

Johannesburg-based artist Jazzuelle is driven by intuition, experimentation and personal evolution. We speak to one of South Africa's most vital talents about his new album 'Rebirth', the country's scene and the importance of defying expectation. He also delivers an hour of cinematic, explorative techno that is as absorbing as it is danceable...

With Detroit’s annual Movement Festival set to take place at the end of May, we thought it an apt time to shine a spotlight on some of the city’s lesser known — but no less exceptional — techno talents. Forget Carl Craig, Moodymann or Jeff Mills for just a moment — here's our list of 10 alternative Detroit producers you need to know about...

Each month we bring you nine acts popping off at the moment...