About this episode
Manchester duo Solardo discusses their new track 'Forever' and their journey in the UK house scene.
Manchester duo and leaders of the UK house scene Solardo arrive on Defected with ‘Forever’, using the vocals of Key to Life and Sabrina Johnston’s 4TTF classic of the same name. The pair made their long-awaited Defected event debut in 2025, delivering their signature house and techno sound for the London label’s Pacha residency in Ibiza. Since this fan favourite set, they have continued to tour internationally, with a recent, major UK appearance at Claptone’s Masquerade London show in 2026 alongside Green Velvet. In addition to their dynamic live shows, Solardo also nurture fresh talent with their label Sola while also releasing on dance music’s hottest labels. With a throwback sonic that calls to mind the second golden era of deep house in the 2010s, ‘Forever’ is a high-energy dancefloor filler with a far-reaching vocal and slick, bassy production. Sure to be heard across the world’s biggest stages this summer and beyond, Solardo’s first Defected original is here.
People in this episode
Guest: Solardo
Topics covered
- UK house music
- dance music
- live performances
- music production
- artist collaborations
Keywords
- Solardo
- Forever
- house music
- dancefloor filler
- Ibiza
- live shows
- Sola
- Claptone
- Green Velvet
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Defected, Sola, Claptone, Green Velvet
Places: Ibiza, London
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