Viv Castle has been building momentum quietly but steadily. His sound seamlessly blends groove-heavy tech house with melodic, vocal-driven elements that make his tracks truly stand out. His latest single, ‘Shoes’, featuring Belle and out now on Data Transmission, takes that approach further. It’s a smooth, emotive track that fits perfectly whether you are on the dancefloor or just vibing at home. Buy/stream it here: https://music.boostdj.co/shoes.
To celebrate the release, we asked Viv to share five tracks that have been speaking to him lately. These picks offer a window into what inspires his productions and DJ sets right now. From classic cuts to fresh finds, they reveal the diverse influences shaping his sound and mindset. If you want to understand the world Viv is creating with ‘Shoes’ and beyond, this list is a great starting point.
Biscits – Crush
This is an absolute belter. It’s got everything I want in a track; filthy bassline, big energy, and that throwback vocal hook from The Jets’ “Crush on You” twisted just right. Biscits chops it up and slams it into a thick, low-slung groove that feels like a proper warehouse moment. Those little filter sweeps and vocal stabs give it that sweaty 4 a.m. pulse I live for. It’s the kind of tune I drop between heavier cuts when I want to give the room a sugar rush without losing the grit. Pop vocals in a filthy jacket. Let’s goooo!
Matt Guy – Alive
Matt flips Stretch ‘N’ Vern’s classic and turns it into something way tougher. The vocal keeps that euphoric vibe but sits over a driving, minimal groove that hits like concrete. The simplicity in the track really gets me… nothing flashy, just sharp synths, relentless rhythm, and real intention. I reach for this when I want to hold tension without overdoing it. It’s clean, tight, and doesn’t mess around.
Viv Castle – Pull Up
Had to slide one of mine in here. With Pull Up, I was chasing something raw and functional, you know, that kind of track you can drop anywhere and it just lifts the energy. The bassline’s the core, gritty and rolling, and everything else wraps around it. I chopped up that vocal to give it some swagger, something a bit cheeky but tough. Still bangs every time I play it out.
Disfreq – Ligado
This one growls. The low-end has weight, the metallic stabs cut right through, and the groove keeps you locked in. There’s something about the textures here that just hits hard. It’s raw, but every sound is placed with purpose. I love tracks like this that ride that fine line between chaos and control. It’s a proper peak-time tool, and I’m always tempted to push things harder when this comes on. Peak time madness!
ModaPit – Don’t Be Afraid
Modapit leans into that stripped-back, late-night energy with a heavy low-end, scattered percussion, and a vocal loop that feels more like a command than a hook. It’s raw enough to feel alive but still tight in the mix. It’s got that underground edge I gravitate toward, something I’d reach for when I want to shift the vibe but keep the intensity. Functional, moody, and full of attitude.
A sturdy assortment of dancefloor damage, Viv Castle’s picks reflect the same blend of energy and emotion that runs through ‘Shoes’.
Whether you are discovering new sounds or revisiting tracks already on your radar, there is plenty here to dig into. Hit play on ‘Shoes’ and keep an eye on what Viv has coming next.
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