Irish artist Lighght records an immersive mix of ambient electronics, field recordings, traditional folk and R&B edits, and speaks to Eoin Murray about his organic creative process and the value of humour and collaboration

Souped Up has been a driving force behind the new jump-up sound that’s taken drum & bass by storm. With an emphasis on fun, energetic music and tongue-in-cheek artwork to match, it’s a label that doesn’t take itself too seriously but deserves serious props. Bosses Serum and Benny V speak to Ben Hunter about the secrets to their success, and share a mix from the label's catalogue

You've probably seen the word MIDI all over your DAW – in her latest Beginner's Guide column Emma Davies aka E.M.M.A. explores what it is, how it works and how to use it

Jeddah-born, Dublin-based DJ Moving Still records a hi-NRG mix of edits and originals, and speaks to Gabriel Szatan about the thriving network of “Arabic electronic" musicians across the world

Ariel Zetina’s DJ sets and productions have earned her a residency at Chicago's legendary Smart Bar, and seen her release EPs on labels like itsfemmeculture and Majia. Alongside her electrifying Recognise mix, she chats to Sophie McNulty about her theatre background, the importance of storytelling, and how her gender transition inspired her to pursue music

We grabbed time with the Mak 10 to get some insight into how to perform with MCs, be it flow, mixing or track selection advice