Aterral marks its 5th anniversary with V, a powerhouse compilation featuring nine tracks from a stellar lineup of house talents including Black Loops, Austin Ato, Intr0beatz, Carlo, Asa Tate, Emanuele Barilli, Nephews, Lavan, and Petals In Sound. Dropped on January 16, 2026, this release pulls together new voices and label regulars into a showcase of unrelenting house drive that pulses with underground urgency. Aterral has built its name over five years through 40 releases, earning a solid rep for curating deep, groove-heavy house that bridges warehouse sweat and intimate sessions, always prioritizing artists who deliver with conviction.
Black Loops kicks things off with Electribe Sesh 11, setting a tone of insistent rhythm that demands attention from the jump, perfect for DJs threading through early builds. Austin Ato follows with Cool and Dope, injecting a sleek edge that keeps the energy climbing without mercy. Intr0beatz’s Moments Like This captures those fleeting peak hours, its forward momentum ideal for locking in crowds mid-set. Carlo’s Splendid Zodiac brings cosmic pull, twisting house foundations into something hypnotic yet floor-ready.
Asa Tate’s Modem hums with modern tension, a track that slices through mixes with precision, while Emanuele Barilli’s Fun Facts delivers punchy twists for unexpected drops. Nephews contribute Time, a relentless builder that stretches out the night beautifully, and Lavan’s Tonight (Dub) strips it down to pure propulsion. Closing out, Petals In Sound’s Just You Wait teases with restrained power, exploding into the kind of release that leaves dancers breathless.
This compilation embodies the raw energy of house’s underground heart, where diverse talents converge to fuel sets that run deep into the morning. For fans and spinners chasing that authentic drive, Aterral’s V stands as a milestone, proving the label’s knack for assembling cuts that hit hard and linger long. Each artist shines, their collective force a reminder of why house thrives in the shadows—uncompromising, electric, and utterly essential.
