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Truancy Sessions S01 E03: Andrew Devlin (@andrewdevlin17)

Artwork by Kushagra (kushlet on Instagram)

For the third episode of our Truancy Sessions series, we're thrilled to feature New York-based DJ and promoter Andrew Devlin, renowned for his iconic Level parties. Since its inception in 2014, Level has evolved from filling dancefloors in small Bushwick dive bars to becoming a staple of NYC's nightlife scene, with a recent expansion to Miami showing they are still in ascension. Andrew, along with his team of five residents, has cultivated a musical ethos that spans from tasteful record selections to peak-time party curveballs, showcasing his versatility and range as a gifted DJ. His opening set at Sustain Release in 2022 exemplifies this, seamlessly blending Carly Simon, Beck, Portishead, and Chaka Khan with cutting-edge dance music. We knew Andrew would deliver a stellar selection for our Sessions series, and he has certainly exceeded our expectations.

You can download Truancy Sessions S01 E03: Andrew Devlin in 320kbps and view the full tracklist on Patreon here (patreon.com/truants). Couple tracks are unknown white labels so may need some help naming. Your support helps cover all our costs, allows us to now pay our guests, allows Truants to continue running as a non-profit, ad-free platform and helps fund projects like this. Members will receive exclusive access to mixes, tracklists, and discounts off future merchandise. If you're desperately after any IDs however or money is tight, please leave a comment on the mix and either us or Andrew Devlin will get back to you :)

Truancy Sessions S01 E02: Klankers (@mickaelisklankers)

Artwork by Kushagra (kushlet on Instagram)

The reception for our new Truancy Sessions series last week was overwhelmingly positive, setting the stage for an exciting follow-up this week. Continuing this momentum, we are thrilled to feature Mickael Michaelides, better known as Klankers, a DJ born and raised in Cape Town but currently based in the Netherlands. You've likely stumbled upon one of his Instagram shares via the explore tab, uncovering a channel where he curates a treasure trove of obscure club music and digs of the highest caliber. His mixes are deeply rooted in the euphoria and progressive elements of the 90s, offering a captivating odyssey of golden-era tech house, progressive rollers, and grooved-out deep house. A steadfast provider of top-tier music it only felt natural to bring him on as our second guest. The ever-amazing Kushagra returns on amazing artwork duties!

We've put the mix as well as a little photo diary and selection of the tracklist up on our wesbite. Access the download and tracklist (Confirmed, added) over on our Patreon - some tracks have been left as clues which will require a bit of Discogs digging, but do let us know if you need anything and either us or Klankers will get back to you 🖤 Your support helps cover all our costs, allows us to now pay our guests and allows Truants to continue running as a non-profit and ad-free platform. patreon.com/truants

Truancy Sessions S01 E01: suade (@whoissuade)

Artwork by Kushagra (kushlet on Instagram)

New year, new sounds! Introducing Truancy Sessions, our latest mix series dedicated to elevating the underground music scene. With eight episodes per season, we'll be looking to amplify the voices of emerging DJs and longtime Truants friends, all while collaborating with talented designers and artists. Our mission is to cultivate connections and celebrate people with an ear for music from every corner of the globe, be it people we've seen on our travels to friends we've made at festivals and clubs. For our first season, we'll be collaborating with the exceptional designer Kushagra for all things artwork, and for our debut episode we have a seamless blend of mesmerizing grooves from San Francisco-based suade (@whoissuade) for a transportive musical experience. Here's a glimpse into what suade has in store:

"This mix is a cruise through some records I know I’ll love forever - rolling, percussive, driving, and euphoric sounds. Put it on for a nice drive, a long run, getting ready for a party, or maybe just to hype up your work day. I spend a lot of time in the shapeshifting, hyperactive world of bass-driven music and I have an equal love for timeless grooves, long blends, and dreamy sounds. Sometimes these feel like mutually exclusive worlds as a DJ. The latter is what I’m reaching for these days, in a slow and reflective period of my life, and what I bring to the mix. It consists mainly of records from the mid 90s to early 2000s with some newer releases sprinkled in there. I decided to avoid maximalism and opt for a steady ride through a few key ideas. I’ve been wanting to record something like this for a while, so I’m super grateful and happy to be sharing it here. I hope this hour and twenty four minutes locks you in and is something you can come back to. Enjoy"

We've put the mix as well as a little photo diary and selection of the tracklist up on our wesbite. Access the download and full tracklist (Confirmed, added) over on our Patreon, however leave us a nice comment on the mix and either us or suade will get back to you 🖤 Your support helps cover all our costs, allows us to now pay our guests and allows Truants to continue running as a non-profit and ad-free platform. patreon.com/truants

Interview: https://truantsblog.com/2024/truancy-volume-323-eoin-dj/

Soundcloud: @eoindj

Access the download and full tracklist (Confirmed, added) on our Patreon. However if you need anything leave us a nice comment and either us or eoin dj will get back to you! Your support helps cover all our costs and allows Truants to continue running as a non-profit and ad-free platform. patreon.com/truants

Interview: https://truantsblog.com/2024/truancy-volume-322-ema

Soundcloud: @emma-jane-g

Access the download and full tracklist (Confirmed, added) on our Patreon. Your support helps cover all our costs and allows Truants to continue running as a non-profit and ad-free platform. patreon.com/truants

Interview: https://truantsblog.com/2023/truancy-volume-321-otik/

Soundcloud: @otikmusic

Access the download and full tracklist (Confirmed, added) on our Patreon. Your support helps cover all our costs and allows Truants to continue running as a non-profit and ad-free platform. patreon.com/truants

Interview: https://truantsblog.com/2023/truancy-volume-320-diskevich/

Soundcloud: @diskevich

Access the download and full tracklist (Confirmed, added - last track is unreleased) on our Patreon. Your support helps cover all our costs and allows Truants to continue running as a non-profit and ad-free platform. patreon.com/truants

Interview: https://truantsblog.com/2023/truancy-volume-319-fergus-jones/

Soundcloud: @perkopair

Access the download and full tracklist (Confirmed, added - track at 52 mins is Unknown - Untitled) on our Patreon. Your support helps cover all our costs and allows Truants to continue running as a non-profit and ad-free platform. patreon.com/truants

Interview: https://truantsblog.com/2023/truancy-volume-318-laksa/

Soundcloud: @laksauk

Access the download and full tracklist (Confirmed, a lot of unreleased dubs as a warning though) on our Patreon. Your support helps cover all our costs and allows Truants to continue running as a non-profit and ad-free platform. patreon.com/truants

Interview: https://truantsblog.com/2023/truancy-volume-317-djoser

Soundcloud: @djoser

Access the download and full tracklist (Confirmed, will add soon) on our Patreon. Your support helps cover all our costs and allows Truants to continue running as a non-profit and ad-free platform. patreon.com/truants