Simon Doty 'Footloose' on SHÈN Recordings

Simon Doty has a way of landing on the right label at the right time. Over the past few years, the Canadian producer has released on Anjunadeep, Toolroom, and Natura Viva, but for his latest cut he has landed on SHÈN Recordings with a new single, 'Footloose.'

The release arrives as an Extended Mix, and its a record that grabs hold of a rhythmic pulse and doesn't let go. The drums stay steady and purposeful, driving the momentum forward while the track's melodic character takes centre stage. Weighted towards its harmonic core, 'Footloose' lets its chords do the talking, a bright, almost cinematic quality sitting alongside a top end that balances between sharp and warm.

Doty's most recent output before this came in October 2023 with 'Lady Danger' on Anjunadeep, a label that has been a frequent home for him. But 'Footloose' marks a new step, an exploration of SHÈN's melodic house and techno temperament. It is a confident statement from an artist who has built a consistent, steady catalogue since his first release in 2012, and 'Footloose' continues that upward trajectory.

The track has already caught attention from tastemakers; it landed third on Sultan + Shepard's 'En Chart' list on 12 January, a solid indicator of the impact it is making as the new season unfolds.