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We’re getting behind the #loverecordstores campaign, in order to support independent record stores during the COVID-19 crisis. As a label, our web store remains open, and we hope it continues to be a space for musical discovery. No matter where you buy your music, never has it been more important to support independent artists and labels, who are suddenly facing a more uncertain future than ever. Phantasy is rooted in the spirit of community and artistic freedom, and strongly believe in these principles. At this complex and unpredictable time, we have plenty of new music to share. Tomorrow sees the...

Hey, I wanted to take a moment to put down a few thoughts. The current pandemic has rapidly made us all change our daily habits and routines. Some of us are on lockdown at home, some are still forced to work, perhaps not through choice, and it feels like we are being put under stress in so many different forms. It is unprecedented and incredibly saddening that so many basic, everyday tasks are loaded with an emotional weight which I personally could never have imagined. So I suppose in the grand scheme of things, there is not much a Dj...

Joshua James continues a run of infectious singles on Phantasy with a brooding, dreamlike turn into the night on ‘Marlene’, accompanied by two contrasting remixes from Swiss master, Deetron.Download or buy the 12" hereBeginning with the timeless texture of joyous, eighties NYC house, ‘Marlene’ soon introduces an inquisitive vocal sample, as an elegant conversation explores love and tolerance. Nonetheless, leaving little time for chin stroking, the track instead cautiously circles the pleasure at the epicentre of the dance floor, venturing into more introspective, late-night territory, culminating in an unexpected and cathartic release of psychedelic electro. Reflecting the energy and imagination...

Ahead of the release, Torture The Artist premiere the mighty Deetron Remix of Joshua James ‘Marlene’. Listen now above and read their review here Download or buy the 12" vinyl here