Sophie Lloyd

Sophie Lloyd is one of the most prolific guitarists on the world wide web, a trailblazer who is redefining the concept of a "bedroom" guitarist.

t's that time of year once more as we bring you The Finest - 2024, an album celebrating the sound of Midnight Riot!
Opening the collection is Sonic Soul Orchestra's electrifying remake of 'Deeper Love', featuring the powerful vocals of Phoebe Edwards and an unforgettable touch from New York legend John Morales. Label head Yam Who? collaborated once again with Stockholm DJ and production duo Rikky Disco on the gospel-infused 'Shine On', and a huge remix from Sophie Lloyd, whose devastating dub ignited Defected dance floors worldwide. Jaegerossa had another phenomenal year, delivering the perfect big-room Saturday night vibe with 'The Big Red', appealing to both longtime fans and new recruits

Defected are proud to welcome David Penn to the list of legendary house masters with this incredible compilation. An icon of Spanish dance music, David has remained an underground hero with a reputation for producing considered, quality house cuts, celebrated with this collection. The Urbana Records founder, world-class producer and musical all-rounder has been one of the most unstoppable house music artists of the last two decades, with all elements of his signature, life-affirming musical style covered in this collection of tracks. Highlights include recent releases such as the joyous ‘Nobody’, the infectious ‘Stand Up’ featuring US vocalist Ramona Renea and most recently ‘The Power’, made in collaboration with the legendary Roland Clark.

Lauren Samuels and Sophie Evans first found fame when they met on the hit BBC1 show 'Over The Rainbow'. Both ladies made it to the final and were highly praised by Andrew Lloyd Webber and have gone on to have hugely successful stage careers. To celebrate a decade since the show first aired, Sophie and Lauren have reunited to record this stunning album of songs made famous by Judy Garland, the original Dorothy in 'The Wizard of Oz'.