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Electric Sunshine Cult [January 2026 Release Rundown]

January 2026 marks a powerful start to the year for Electric Sunshine Cult, showcasing a truly global roster of artists, genres, and creative visions. From high-energy house and underground dubstep to cinematic ambient storytelling and raw hip‑hop, this month reflects ESC’s mission: no borders, no limits, just authentic music culture.



Rxptxl – HOUSE (THEANGEL REMIX) 

Release Date: January 1, 2026


Kicking off the year is a club‑ready remix from Mexican producer DJ the Angel, reworking Rxptxl’s original HOUSE into a high‑energy electronic weapon. With vibrant textures, refined mixing, and forward‑thinking sound design, this remix sets the tone for ESC’s 2026 vision.





Yottabyte – Two Much Grain 

Release Date: January 3, 2026


A dusty, grain‑soaked deep dubstep roller built for true 140 heads. Piano textures, tape‑stop transitions, and underground weight make this release a standout for sound system culture.






The Mattism – The Prophet: The Story of Death 

Release Date: January 3, 2026


A cinematic ambient album inspired by dark fantasy and D&D‑style lore. This project follows the resurrection of Kaelen Drakar, with each track acting as a chapter in a haunting, emotional narrative.


Atmospheric, immersive, and deeply personal ... this is storytelling through sound.




Taste The Aether – EDIT your heart to be happier with the small things

Release Date: January 8, 2026


A three‑track dubstep EP inspired by the early days of bass music. From emotional introspection to aggressive drops, this project blends nostalgia with modern production.. honoring the roots while pushing forward. Also happy birthday Aether!!




Dextant – Coming Thru

Release Date: January 9, 2026


Written, produced, and mastered entirely by Dextant, Coming Thru is a statement of independence and discipline. Raw hip‑hop foundations meet modern underground energy in a project that represents growth, arrival, and execution.


⚠️ Explicit Content



HEXTIDE – HEADBANGERZ

Release Date: January 10, 2026


No compromise. No mercy. HEADBANGERZ is a tearout dubstep assault built for chaos, broken necks, and maximum system impact. Pure aggression from start to finish.





Benda Nera – Broken

Release Date: January 10, 2026


A calm, emotional chill‑out instrumental created as pure expression. Broken blends sadness and joy into a reflective sonic moment — letting music speak where words aren’t needed.




OnlyLuccc – WOAHHHH! [CCC / ESC Exclusive]

Release Date: January 12, 2026


A fully self‑produced hip‑hop single from Croatian artist OnlyLuccc, delivering raw underground energy with full creative control from writing to mastering.


⚠️ Explicit Content




ECHO – LOVE AGAIN

Release Date: January 18, 2026


A melodic, emotional Drum & Bass dancefloor anthem blending vulnerability, hope, and modern DnB. Perfect for late‑night drives and festival stages alike.





Ejicle.. – Ray of Trap 

Release Date: January 18, 2026


A cinematic hybrid trap instrumental blending warm bass energy with dubstep and trap influences. Powerful, uplifting, and built for movement.





KRIS DUBZ x REDDISH BIRTHMARK – BLOODBOUND

Release Date: January 18, 2026


A raw riddim collaboration forged in Myanmar’s underground bass scene. Heavy subs, minimal groove, and pure system pressure — riddim with no borders.






Mokushi – KOI

Release Date: January 19, 2026

A hard‑rave / trap release rooted in resistance and optimism. Dedicated to anti‑corruption protests in Bulgaria, KOI channels movement, unity, and underground spirit.




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Late January 2026 Additions

The second half of January continues ESC’s momentum with introspective hip-hop, alternative expression, and atmospheric electronic projects highlighting emotional range and global perspectives.



Lil Bear – Corriendo de los Payos

Release Date: January 23, 2026

Genre: Hip Hop / Rap


Corriendo de los Payos is a focused hip-hop release from Lil Bear, delivering raw energy and direct expression in under three minutes. Short, impactful, and to the point, this track captures urgency and motion through its delivery and structure.


Tracklist:

Corriendo de los Payos — 2:59





icepop – MINNESOTA

Release Date: January 23, 2026

Genre: Alternative


MINNESOTA sees icepop continue their emotionally-driven alternative sound. Minimal, personal, and atmospheric, the track leans into isolation and reflection—another strong addition to ESC’s alternative catalog.





dyxren. – night time wonders

Release Date: January 23, 2026Genre: Electronic / Trap


A warm, late-night electronic EP, night time wonders explores comfort, nostalgia, and quiet moments. Built around soft trap rhythms and ambient textures, this project feels like winter evenings turned into sound.


Tracklist:

a winter breeze. — 2:36•

travelling with your friends. — 2:59•

peppermint tea. — 1:50•

by the fireplace. — 2:57


🌐 More from dyxren.: https://guns.lol/_x



OnlyLuccc – Deeper That I Fall

Release Date: January 27, 2026

Genre: Hip Hop / Rap


Following the intensity of WOAHHHH!, OnlyLuccc returns with Deeper That I Fall—a short, introspective hip-hop release centered on vulnerability and internal reflection. Stripped down and emotionally focused, the track highlights another side of the artist’s range.

Tracklist:• Deeper That I Fall — 1:58




Become an Official Electric Sunshine Cult Artist

Electric Sunshine Cult is a global independent label and creative collective built to support artists pushing sound forward. We work with producers, musicians, and creatives from around the world—across electronic, hip-hop, bass, and experimental genres.


As an official ESC artist, you gain access to professional distribution, release support, community-driven promotion, producer battles, blog features, and optional monetization through ESC x Symphonic... while keeping creative control and ownership of your work.


If you’re ready to release music, collaborate globally, and grow within a supportive underground community, join the cult.


👉 Apply now at electricsunshinecult.com

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2026 is just getting started.

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