CHRIS GERBER, ALJALJ — Long Island Ice Tea

Chris Gerber & aljalj – Long Island Ice Tea Computer Toys presents CT007, a 12-inch vinyl that steps further into the label’s deep-house terrain. The duo returns for their second outing on the imprint, delivering three bass-driven house cuts that pulse through the dancefloor before easing into an ambient closing track. The release date of 25 September 2026 places it squarely in the current wave of club-focused deep house. Within Computer Toys’ catalogue, Long Island Ice Tea follows the earlier CT006 “Welcome to the WWW” by Chris Gerber, which arrived in 2025. That previous record set a precedent for the label’s focus on groove-centric productions, and this new EP builds on that foundation while expanding the sonic palette with a more spacious finale. Side A opens with “Long Island Ice Tea”, a track that immediately asserts a driving bassline, laying down a rhythmic foundation that feels designed for peak-time mixing. Its momentum carries straight into “The Hum”, which maintains the house pulse but introduces a slightly more restrained atmosphere, offering DJs a smooth transition while preserving the floor-filling energy. Side B begins with “I Want”, another bass-centric piece that reinforces the record’s commitment to deep-house propulsion. The track’s structure provides ample room for layering, making it suitable for both peak and early-set moments. The record concludes with “Hot Breeze, Please”, an ambient piece that opens up the sonic space, delivering a spacious, reflective mood that serves as an ideal wind-down after the driving house journey. For Chris Gerber, Long Island Ice Tea marks a continuation of the aesthetic introduced on the earlier CT006 release, further exploring the balance between club-ready grooves and atmospheric depth. The collaboration with aljalj adds a complementary perspective, enriching the label’s output with a nuanced take on deep house. From a DJ’s perspective, the EP offers three tracks that can be deployed in high-energy sets, each built around a strong bass foundation that translates well on vinyl. The ambient closer provides a versatile tool for closing a set or easing into a more chilled segment, making the record valuable for both peak-time and after-hours programming. The release arrives as a 12-inch vinyl, matching the format of its predecessor and preserving the tactile experience prized by collectors and DJs alike. Chris Gerber & aljalj – Long Island Ice Tea, Computer Toys, CT007, 12-inch vinyl, four tracks. Tracklist: A1. Chris Gerber & aljalj – Long Island Ice Tea A2. Chris Gerber & aljalj – The Hum B1. Chris Gerber & aljalj – I Want B2. Chris Gerber & aljalj – Hot Breeze, Please