The title track, ‘Hopefulness’, delivers everything required for a complete experience. A driving bassline surges forward with intent, underpinned by a warm, inviting percussion section. A bubbling melodic motif emerges in spectral form, hovering above like a star-filled cosmos, while icy synths slowly fade in to wrap the track in a hazy glow. All signs point toward a breakdown that lands with maximum impact.
Balance Selections 366: Das Pharaoh
17.04.2026 | 2 Std.
Hailing from Egypt and shaped by a clear affinity for melodic and progressive house, Das Pharaoh has quickly developed into a project with genuine international traction.
Releases on labels such as UV and Siona have delivered multiple chart successes, while wide-ranging support from selectors include Hernan Cattaneo to Solomun points to broad dancefloor appeal.
Beyond the studio, the act has expanded its profile through the ULF (Underground Live Forever) podcast with Paul Thomas, while performances at the Great Pyramids of Giza, Miami Music Week, Amsterdam Dance Event and dates across Europe, Asia and North Africa underline a steadily widening reach.
On this Balance Selections mix, the Egypt-born artist showcases a sound that also acts as a snapshot of UV, the label closely tied to his career. Featuring tracks from Patch Park, Alex O'Rion and Paul Arcane, this two hour mix highlights what is so fresh about our scene.
The energy shifts with ‘Forever Mover’, an impressive and dynamic dancefloor cut. Its first half leans into deep, rolling grooves, building momentum with precision. The introduction of top-line keys in the breakdown then elevates the track into full main room territory, ensuring a lasting impression.
Balance Selections 365: Nicolas Ruiz
10.04.2026 | 1 Std. 54 Min.
Nicolás Ruiz emerged from Argentina’s Misiones province with a sound shaped as much by local grounding as global ambition. Releases on Renaissance, Hope Recordings and Plattenbank have placed him firmly within the progressive continuum, with support from figures like Hernán Cattaneo and Nick Warren reinforcing his steady ascent.
Having shared booths with names from John Digweed to Guy J, and appearances spanning from Zurich’s Street Parade to key European showcases, Ruiz continues to refine a craft that sits comfortably between dancefloor functionality and melodic depth.
On this Balance Selections mix he continues that fine form. Featuring tracks from Kasper Koman, Maze28, Juan Deminicis and more, this is two hours of well-crafted dance music.
Few artists bridge the gap between circuitry and soul as seamlessly as Spencer Brown. The California-born producer has the uncanny ability to craft long-form journeys that pulse with organic life.
In this exclusive mix the producer highlights why he's so undeniable.
We cannot wait to host Spencer Brown this August for his debut Balance Croatia set.
@spencerbrownofficial
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Thursday August 6th 2026 (Friday August 7th morning finish) 12:00am - 5:00am
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Line-up:
Adam Freeland
Aera
Alex Banks
Alex O’Rion
Amonita
Andrologic
Anthony Pappa
Atish
Aubrey Fry
Carina Lawrence
Chicola
Cristina Tosio
D-Nox
Danny Howells*
Danny Tenaglia
Dave Seaman
DJ Ruby
Dmitry Molosh
Dobar House
Dowden
Eichenbaum
Eli Nissan
Elliot Moriarty
Emi Galvan
Ezequiel Arias
Gai Barone
GMJ & Matter
Graziano Raffa
Guy J
Guy Mantzur
Henry Saiz
Hernan Cattaneo
Hicky & Kalo
Hyunji-A
James Zabiela
Jamie Stevens
Jeremy Olander
Jerpa
Jody Barr
Jody Wisternoff
Joe Miller
John 00 Fleming
John Cosani
John Digweed*
Joris Voorn
Kabi
Kamilo Sanclemente
Karl Pilbrow
Kasey Taylor
Khen
Lee Burridge
Lemon
Lloyd Barwood
Lost Desert
Lost Miracle (Sebastien Leger & Roy Rosenfeld)
Mai Lawson
Marcelo Vasami
Mariano Mellino
Marko Felinger
Marsh
Martin Fredes
Martin Roth
Matthew Sona
Maze 28
Mike Rish
Miss Melera
Nick Stoynoff
Nick Varon
Nick Warren
Nicolas Rada
Patrice Baumel
Petar Dundov
Peter Makto
Pole Folder
Powel
Rocio Portillo
Sasha
Simon Vuarambon
Simply City
Spencer Brown
Stereo Underground
Steve Parry
Tim Green
Tonaco
Zankee Gulati
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Iconic electronic compilation series & music imprint
Est. 2000
Flying the flag for ‘quality independent electronic music’, born and bred on a national and global scale in their homebase of Australia and beyond, Balance Music have been at the very forefront of underground house music since its inception, expertly guided by experienced director Tom Pandzic. Their revered Balance Mix Series (Established in 2000) has seen the likes of Max Cooper, James Zabiela, Kolsch, Hernan Cattaneo, Henry Saiz, Danny Tenaglia, Deetron, Joris Voorn, Patrice Baumel, James Holden, Agoria, Phil K (R.I.P.), and more step up to the plate for one of the most essential collections across the entirety of the electronica spectrum, whilst Balance Series, their showcase for expressive tech, progressive and wider variations of house music, is a focal point of the sound. The latter has nurtured top-drawer releases from quality artists encompassing a plethora of upcoming and established acts. As the brand continues to grow exponentially, their ever-expansive popularity shows no signs of letting up. - Juno
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