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A Melbourne based record label & party specialising in house music

https://linktr.ee/loveaboverec The Love Above.

A weekly Friday night party above brunswick street - Love is the message..

04/09/2024

A pleasure to be back at Beechworth this weekend for ❤️ Join us on Friday night for our takeover downstairs all night long!

19/07/2024

Tomorrow we see the return of one of Melbourne most prolific and talented selectors to a Love Above Records line up.

A true lover of both music AND the craft of DJing, Agent 86 has been spinning good tunes since 1989. Starting out with a Tuesday-night residency at The Grenfell Tavern (Adelaide) along with 2 belt-drive turntables and a primitive mixer, he set about learning the craft of DJing. Before long came Technics SL1200s and a crossfader - and with them, hours of scratch & beat-juggling practice culminating in DMC & ITF DJ battles. At the same time, he held down a position at Central Station Records (Adelaide), greatly expanding his musical tastes, his knowledge of classic, contemporary & emerging dance-music styles and, of course, his record collection.

Since then, he has headlined countless parties, played at countless festivals, ran a record label, worked in music distribution, produced a slew of underground hits and supported some of the biggest names in music history (see list below). Fast forward to 2017 and that same passion remains. Always looking for the perfect beat, always looking for the perfect scratch, always looking for the perfect mix. And when he’s exhausted from that, he steps into the studio to bang out fat tracks & edits for other DJs.

Unfortunately DJ Jnett is unable to join us for the B2B but Nigel will be flying the flag and turning day into night.

18/07/2024

One of our nearest and dearest joining us this weekend from Sydney. Always a great time when Mike is in town. 2 sleeps till the dance.

Mike was influenced early in his career by the underground music coming out of New York, Chicago and Detroit.
He crafted his skills in Sydney/Eora’s local Club Scenes well as travelling interstate and overseas gigging.

His skillset has also led to curating runway shows and events for fashion houses Aje, Comme Moi, Christopher Esber and Shona Joy, as well as original production for leading Australian fashion and lifestyle brands marketing campaigns.

A desire to create his own music label led to the formation of WIP Music. The intention was to provide a platform for local artists as well as International guests to create original music and remixes, encourage like minded people to come together in safe spaces and express themselves through dance and help sustain the community who support underground dance music.

16/07/2024

Opening up proceedings on Saturday with have our dear friend . First appearing on a Love Above line up in 2019, Aucun Alias opened up our party for Carista and blew it out of the water, she has since contributed to our mix series as well as played frequently across some of Melbournes greatest nightlife, we are stoked to invite her back. A defined and elegant taste in house music, jazz, RnB, Afro and more, AA is the perfect soundtrack to inspire some digging at our record fair

Kick off upstairs from 2pm. Entry is free all day.

14/07/2024

Taking you deep into LIVE territory next Saturday with have Aka Zeb. Zeb is a Naarm based Dj and musician with a deep love for Underground music. Whether he’s on the decks or performing live, his sets blend the rawness of club music with heavy influences of jazz, funk and soul.

We had the pleasure of releasing his production Deep Discovery on our 2021 compilation Home by 909. He’ll be taking you into the night and giving the Funktion One sound system a proper work out 🔈

10/07/2024

Soundtracking our record fair upstairs on the mezzanine we are lucky to have bring down a bag of her finest records.

Nonoka, also known as n2k, originates from Sendai, Japan. She discovered the thrill of digging for records in Tokyo’s diverse and vibrant music scene and started her record collection in 2019. Nonoka continues to be inspired by numerous unique DJ’s both in her home country and around the world. Now residing in Australia, she immerses herself in the diverse array of musical influences we are lucky to offer here in, inspiring her already diverse palette.

08/07/2024

We are thrilled to have Melbournes dearest join us in 2 week at Whitehart. The man needs little introduction and someone who resonates with everything we’re about here at Love Above.

Prequel’s love for sharing music that moves him is ever present in his seemingly boundless enthusiasm when performing.

Records on Rhythm Section, Local Talk, Distant Hawaii and Lumberjacks In Hell, have demonstrated his reverence for Jazz influenced House music, whilst showing a continual evolution with each release.

He can be heard as a guest host and featured artist with appearances on several highly respected local and international radio stations such as BBC1, BBC6, NTS, Teder.FM, East Side Radio, LeMellotron, PBS, Double J and RRR.

Always producing and presenting music with true substance, Prequel wears his musical heart on his sleeve on every occasion.

03/07/2024

Love Above Records in collaboration with are excited to announce a multi level record fair and party featuring some of Melbourne’s best DJ’s, live-acts, record stores and local creators for a day-into-night extravaganza in the thick of winter. ❄️

🎶 Music by: 🎵

B2B
(Live)

(Sydney)
(Japan)

We are happy to be hosting a stall up in the mezzanine all day with merchandise, records and more. Other market stall and record fair vendors to be announced in the coming weeks.

This event is free of charge with no need to RSVP. Kick off @ 2pm

This party will take place on stolen land. We pay our respects to the Wurundjeri & Boon Wurrung clans and all people of the Kulin Nation, their elders part, present & future, and their ongoing resistance.

27/03/2024

As we round out the the summer months it feels just right to release this nostalgic mix from our last party with & - what a pair of bloody legends !!

Dive in directly via our bio 🫂

07/03/2024

An honour and privilege to meet one of our biggest inspirations yesterday! Shout outs to long time OG for hosting the chat. House music forever ✊🖤

11/02/2024

Thanks to all who joined us on Friday at 24 Moons. So much fun we’re going in for round 2 tonight at for an extra special one ❤️

Join WOLF Music honcho Stu Clarke and label stalwart Manuel Darquart alongside Love Above DJ’s. Kicking off from 6pm and going till late.

08/02/2024

We are SO much looking forward to having these two legends in tha house TOMORROW NIGHT. Supports from our local queen and love above djs, with visuals by the one and only !!!! Last chance to grab a cheaper ticket before final release tix go live 🎟️🪩

P.s tune in to the breakfast spread with tomorrow morning from 8am for some pre game action and maybe a giveaway or two👀🪩🕺🏼

04/02/2024

Alright fam !!! Countdown is on. Who’s joining us this Friday at ??? Grab a cheaper ticket via our bio to avoid paying more on the door !!! We have a feeling this Friday is gonna be 🔥 🤝👀😎🎟️🕺🏼🔥🪩

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In 2016, The Love Above party series kicked off to provide a sanctuary for house and disco lovers in Melbourne. It has since evolved into a record label showcasing some of the finest antipodean excursions into house music. With a passion for playing and making house music, it seems fitting for label founders DJ Ingrid & Ryan Berkeley to be representing some of the most eclectic and underground house cuts coming out of the Southern Hemisphere. Since the label’s inception in 2018, Love Above Records have released 5 EPs, 4 Various Artist EPs and 2 mammoth 20-track compilations with new releases coming in 2024. As two of Melbourne’s busiest DJs, both DJ Ingrid & Ryan Berkeley have a comprehensive musical resume, regularly playing various club nights and festivals across Australia as well as supporting many big name international DJs. The duo explore their mutual passion for house music through intricate DJ sets that span across soul, disco, house and occasionaly techno. Digging deep in to their record bags, the pair will take you on a journey appropriate for the time and place.

29/01/2024

Inarguably one of Australia’s biggest house luminaries, Melbourne native Janette Pitruzzello aka has been spinning records and creating heat in Melbourne’s music industry since the early 90s. Having previously presented ABC’s legendary live & dance music TV show Recovery, DJ DJNETT has since played a significant role in influencing and inspiring her local community. JNETT’s boundless crates of wax & supreme turntable technique spans seamlessly throughout deep house, techno, funk, soul, disco, dub, reggae and hip hop which has won over infinite types of audiences. With an extensive catalogue of knowledge and experience, DJ jnett certainly knows how to throw down - it wouldn’t be a party without her! We’re so excited to have our beautiful friend DJ JNETT play on 09 Feb at 24 moons!

Tix: https://events.humanitix.com/love-above-records-presents-wolf-music-uk-and-manuel-darquart-nz-uk

24/01/2024

Originally hailing from New Zealand but firmly rooted in the UK, Manuel Darquart is no stranger to the dance floor. With multiple releases on labels such as Coastal Haze, WOLF Music, Slam City Jams, as well as local labels Planet Trip & CC:DISCO’s Soothsayer compilation, Manuel certainly has a knack for producing and playing house music. The son of a jazz singer with an early musical schooling from his parents’ George FM mix CDs, producer and DJ Manuel Darquart came up on the Auckland music scene jamming at parties thrown by the likes of Frank Booker and Recloose. Since then, Manuel Darquart has been making regular appearances at various clubs in the UK and beyond, with regular radio show ‘Adventures in Paradise’ featured on Rinse FM, Balamii & Netil radio stations in London. Manuel’s irrefutable style of Italo disco, generation-spanning house music, boogie jams, ibiza 88’ anthems, as well as the best un-Shazamable bargain bin finds is guaranteed to take you on a trip.
We are so excited to finally have join us on Friday 09 February at 24 moons!!!

https://events.humanitix.com/love-above-records-presents-wolf-music-uk-and-manuel-darquart-nz-uk

22/01/2024

Founded over fifteen years ago, WOLF Music has emerged as a formidable force within the realm of house music. The label has consistently showcased a diverse and talented roster of artists, boasting over 70+ releases. Among the notable artists featured on their esteemed label are Moomin, Earth Boys, DJ Romain, Frits Wentink, Medlar, Lea Lisa, Retromigration, Manuel Darquart, Ruf Dug, Gene Tellem, Tone Control & Theo Parrish as well as local artist Gratts + more. The early works of Bicep, Ron Basejam, and Laszlo Dancehall have also graced the early WOLF Music catalogue. Beyond their celebrated releases, WOLF Music has been at the forefront of organising events, curating
stages at renowned festivals, and hosting label showcases at esteemed venues worldwide.
As huge fans of WOLF music since our label’s inception, It is our greatest pleasure to finally invite
one half of WOLF music, Stu Clark for the very first WOLF music show in so called Australia!!
Having spent the past two decades immersed in music, DJing across the world from the likes of Glastonbury to Love International, Stu’s sets have graced the dancefloors of celebrated clubbing institutions throughout Europe. Not limited to conventional venues, Stu’s passion for high-fidelity sound has led him to enchant audiophile hotspots all over the globe. Stu masters the art of effortlessly traversing between genres, moving from infectious boogie and treasured proto gems to the soulful side of house that resonates deep within his musical roots. Aside from the busy schedule, Stu has been holding down a monthly residency on Balamii Radio for WOLF music, now entering its 7th year!!!

This one is for the heads!!!! save the date, Friday 09 Feb!!!

https://events.humanitix.com/love-above-records-presents-wolf-music-uk-and-manuel-darquart-nz-uk

LISTEN HERE:
Opening and warming up for Mark Seven at Mareh Festival in Brazil at the end of last year:
https://soundcloud.com/mareh/wolf-music-mareh-nye-festival-in-fortim-ce-dec-28th-2022
8 hour set at Paloma in Berlin in April:
https://soundcloud.com/palomabar/2023-04-28-live-at-paloma-invites-wolf-music
Covering for Macca on NTS earlier this month:
https://www.nts.live/shows/macca/episodes/macca-10th-june-2023
Monthly on Balamii Radio. One of more recent shows: https://on.soundcloud.com/1KJJh

13/01/2024

TODAY!!! 2pm-8pm!!! Free Entry!! Come to the newly renovated rooftop to hear the highly desired sounds from Melbourne’s one and only .earlgrey !!!! Love Above DJs ( & ) also picking some rooftop appropriate tunes.

See you there!!

12/01/2024

Whoops.. little announcement delay but we are stoked to finally be introducing our first club show of 2024!!

09.02.24

Early bird tickets now available 🪄

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