Few labels in the modern house landscape capture the spirit of disco quite like The Disco Express, which is run by Tom Lilly AKA Bustin’ Loose. Emerging from the UK underground, the imprint has built a reputation for championing groove-led records that sit at the intersection of nostalgia and forward-thinking club music. More than just a label, The Disco Express has evolved into a platform that celebrates the emotional core of dance music, connection, uplift, and timeless rhythm.
From the outset, the label has leaned into a sound rooted in disco, funk, and classic house, but what makes it stand out is its refusal to simply imitate the past. Instead, The Disco Express filters those influences through a contemporary lens, resulting in records that feel both familiar and fresh. Its catalogue is defined by rich musicality, live-sounding instrumentation, warm low-end, vibrant synth work, and vocals that carry genuine soul.
Consistency has been a cornerstone of the label’s rise. In a saturated digital space, The Disco Express has maintained a clear sonic identity while still allowing room for artist individuality. Releases often carry a distinct sense of optimism, tracks built for sunlit terraces, late-night dancefloors, and everything in between. That balance between accessibility and underground credibility has helped the imprint resonate with DJs and listeners alike.
Over the years, The Disco Express has showcased a wide spectrum of artists, from emerging names to respected figures within the global house scene. Its back catalogue reflects this diversity. Releases have included groove-heavy EPs that lean into classic disco house aesthetics, as well as deeper, more stripped-back cuts designed for late-night selectors. This breadth has allowed the label to stay relevant without losing its core identity.
At the same time, The Disco Express has expanded beyond releases, curating parties and events that translate its sonic ethos into real-world experiences. These gatherings mirror the label’s musical output, energetic, inclusive, and rooted in the communal joy of dancing. It is this synergy between music and culture that has helped the brand grow organically.
A strong example of where the label currently stands comes with its latest project, XPRESS Singles Vol.1 (XPRESS107), released on 27th March 2026. Featuring Bustin’ Loose, Magnolia, Sam Karlson, Dam Swindle, Phil Weeks, Relaye, and La Felix, the record introduces the XPRESS Singles Series, a format designed to highlight different corners of the label’s sound across individual, high-impact releases.
“Soulbound” by Bustin’ Loose embodies the label’s soulful core, combining elastic basslines, lush strings, and heartfelt vocals shaped by both London’s musical heritage and New York’s club energy. In contrast, “Abracadabra” from Magnolia and Sam Karlson featuring Relaye explores a more polished, French house-inspired direction, pairing filtered grooves with sharp, hip-hop lyricism.
The remixes further reflect The Disco Express’s range. Dam Swindle deliver a deep, late-night reinterpretation of “Soulbound,” Phil Weeks injects raw, MPC-driven grit into his Ghetto Mix of “Abracadabra,” and La Felix closes with a nostalgic yet refined take that nods to early 2010s deep house.
Together, the release encapsulates the label’s broader vision, honouring house music’s roots while embracing evolution. It is this balance that continues to define The Disco Express. Whether through its back catalogue or forward-looking projects, the imprint remains committed to one simple idea, that great dance music should feel as good as it sounds.
For House Music Is Love, The Disco Express stands as a testament to the enduring power of groove, timeless, adaptable, and always ready for the dancefloor.