Nicola steps into the spotlight with LTDBLBL021, his debut on Limited White Label, dropping as a limited white label pressing on December 12, 2025. This eight-track release—seven on vinyl and one digital bonus—captures the French producer’s knack for crafting grooves that pull you straight into the underground pulse of house and beyond. Limited White Label has built its name over the years as a haven for selective, high-quality pressings, favoring artists who deliver club-ready material with a personal edge, often in runs that vanish fast from the shelves.
From the opening moments of Aokigahara featuring Sakura, Nicola lays down a foundation that swings with effortless drive, blending jazz-infused house elements into something deeply felt. Sakura’s presence adds a layer of intimate texture, turning what could be straightforward beats into a conversation between melody and rhythm. Midnight On RTL9 follows, evoking late-night drives through city lights, where Nicola’s touch keeps the energy taut and propulsive, perfect for DJs scanning for those seamless transitions in a dimly lit booth.
Blade Roller ramps up the momentum, its relentless roll designed to lock in crowds on packed dancefloors, highlighting Nicola’s skill at building tension without overplaying his hand. Then comes Nansouty, a brief interlude that acts as a sly breather, resetting the pace with atmospheric finesse before diving back in. Flume picks up the thread, channeling deep house currents that feel both timeless and fresh, the kind of track that sneaks into endless sets because it just works every time.
Chicken Cajun, again featuring Sakura, brings a spicy twist, fusing rhythmic flair with house’s core appeal, making it a standout for those late-set builds. G Beat offers another interlude, sharp and concise, nodding to beat-driven influences that echo hip-hop’s streetwise roots while staying true to the label’s house-leaning ethos. Closing out the vinyl side, Day On November arrives as the digital bonus, extending the package with a moody closer that lingers long after the needle lifts.
What sets LTDBLBL021 apart is Nicola’s confidence in letting the music breathe—Rhodes chords weave through swinging drums and clever samples, creating a flow that’s as comfortable in a lounge as it is commanding in the club. This isn’t about flashy gimmicks; it’s raw energy distilled into grooves that underground heads crave, the sort of record DJs stash for those moments when the room needs to lock in. Limited to just 300 hand-stamped copies, it embodies the thrill of discovery in an oversaturated scene, where true talent like Nicola’s shines through unfiltered.
