Aladdin unleashes The Aquatic Genie on Pager Records, a five-track deep house EP that dives straight into the heart of underground pools where selectors chase that elusive groove. Dropping on December 26, this release channels the mythical energy of its title through pure, driving house rhythms tailored for late-night spins and dawn patrols. Pager Records has carved out a niche in the deep house underground over recent years, championing artists who deliver club-ready tools with a watery, immersive edge that resonates from hidden warehouses to sun-soaked terraces.
Kicking off with “Intro (Flying Carpet Airlines),” Aladdin sets the stage with a hypnotic build that lifts listeners into a realm of endless motion, perfect for those opening sets where the crowd hungers for momentum. “Forever” follows, locking in a relentless pulse that underground DJs will ride for hours, its layered drive evoking the timeless pull of classic house nights. Then comes “You Smell Like Fish,” a cheeky nod to aquatic whimsy wrapped in deep, bumping beats that demand body movement and keep the energy surging without pause.
“Do You Like 2 Dance” answers its own question with an infectious hook that underground crowds can’t resist, blending playful motifs into a floor-filler primed for peak-time destruction. Closing strong, “Rock The House” brings the raw house foundation to the forefront, shaking foundations with its unyielding groove and calling every dancer to the middle. Aladdin’s vision here masterfully weaves these tracks into a cohesive journey, highlighting his knack for crafting deep house weapons that feel both fresh and rooted in the genre’s storied past.
In an era where deep house thrives on authenticity, The Aquatic Genie stands out for its underground appeal, offering DJs a genie’s lamp of grooves to rub for instant magic. Aladdin’s command of the elements—watery depths meeting fiery house drive—makes this EP a must for fans scouring for that next underground gem to dominate their sets.
