Greece's DSF is at the forefront of a surging wave of modern deep house producers, blending sounds from across the international electronic spectrum. He is well known as one of All Day I Dream's most forward thinking artists, with arrangements focused on groove and rhythm, all the while delighting listeners and dancers with joyful and light-filled melodies.

After catching the ear of Lee Burridge, the scene's most enigmatic taste-maker, he has made a name for himself with releases on the likes of Radiant, Hoomidas, Shanti Moscow Radio, and TrybesOf. His remix of Hosini's Centauri was one of XYZ's most well received tracks thus far, and we couldn't be happier to welcome him to the label in full with his Fraoula EP.

Pouf leads the way as the A-side. Funk isn't something often associated with new forms of deep house, yet DSF has masterfully asserted a ridiculous amount of funky kick into this EP. Pouf is dance-forward right from the start, with an upbeat melody meeting a revolving bassline. Seductive vocals ease in and out of the arrangement, capturing attention before the true star of the show arrives - the keys. One of the funkiest piano grooves in recent memory propels Pouf into rare territory, igniting exhalation. Just as we reach critical levels of groove, DSF gives us a quick respite during the bridge before launching us right back into the dance.

The B side comes in the form of Fraoula. DSF has a distinct knack for playful tones and summer-centric vibes, and he presents yet another production dripping in sunshine. Opening with an afro rhythms and hazy vocals, Fraoula gives way to a sumptuous melody. Well timed bridges are primed for special dancefloor moments, allowing the complex rhythms to capture footwork.

Emotional Tourist is a new name on the deep and melodic forefront. A vinyl-only release on Shanti Radio is splendid, supplementing a unique rework of Coldplay that propelled him onto the scene. He's revisited Pouf, placing a laid-back rhythm under DSF's melody. The track brings the vocals into more distinct territory and teases the original funk of Pouf in a delightful arrangement. We're very happy to have him on the label early in his promising journey, as he rounds out an incredible EP for the heart of the winter.