HODGE — Wiggler / Trust (with Eris Drew & Om Unit Remixes)

Hodge – Wiggler / Trust (with Eris Drew & Om Unit Remixes) arrives on Local Action as catalogue LOC089, a 12-inch vinyl that continues the momentum built by the producer’s breakout anthem “Tom’s Tweaks”. The release delivers two fresh house cuts, each paired with a heavyweight reinterpretation from respected UK dance-floor architects Eris Drew and Om Unit, positioning the record as a concise showcase of contemporary UK house craftsmanship. Within Local Action’s current output, LOC089 sits between UNIIQU3’s “Mass Appeal” (LOCLP032, slated for later in 2026) and Hodge’s own “Big Splash” (LOCLP029, also due later this year). This placement underscores the label’s commitment to a forward-looking house aesthetic, while reinforcing Hodge’s growing presence on the imprint. Side A opens with “Wiggler”, a track that channels the kinetic energy hinted at in the title, laying down a propulsive rhythm that feels tailor-made for peak-time moments. Its follow-up, “Wiggler (Eris Drew Remix)”, reinterprets the original’s drive with a slightly altered groove, offering DJs a complementary version that can either sustain momentum or introduce a subtle shift in a set. On side B, “Trust” provides a contrasting mood, its title suggesting a more measured, perhaps deeper vibe that balances the record’s energy. The “Trust (Om Unit Remix)” extends this atmosphere, delivering a version that leans into Om Unit’s signature textural approach, giving the track a fresh angle for late-night or back-to-back mixing. For Hodge, the record follows a prolific 2026 run that includes the “Magenta Glow EP” on Interdimensional Transmissions (IT056) and the forthcoming “Big Splash” on the same label. Earlier releases such as “Hexacorallia” (Nerve Collect, NC018) and the “Marsh Lane EP” (Two Moons, TM002V) illustrate a trajectory through varied house sub-styles, while “Voice Crash EP” (Timedance, TIMEDANCE029, 2023) marked an early foray into more experimental territory. The current two-track offering consolidates that evolution, presenting a distilled house statement that benefits from the added perspectives of Eris Drew—known for the DJ-KICKS 2x12” compilation on !K7 Records (KLP7459, 2025)—and Om Unit’s cross-genre reputation. In the broader context of 2026’s underground house scene, the release reflects a trend toward concise, remix-focused EPs that give DJs multiple entry points to a single compositional idea. By pairing original productions with reinterpretations from peers, the record not only expands the sonic palette of the original tracks but also encourages creative set-building, allowing seamless transitions between the two versions of each cut. From a DJ’s perspective, the record offers immediate utility. “Wiggler” and its Eris Drew remix provide interchangeable options for driving a peak-time groove, while “Trust” and its Om Unit remix serve as versatile tools for deeper or more atmospheric moments. The vinyl format ensures tactile cueing and the warm analog character prized by collectors, while the straightforward sequencing—original followed by remix on each side—facilitates quick selection during live performance. The release is pressed as a standard 12-inch vinyl, matching the format of Hodge’s recent output and aligning with the expectations of house enthusiasts who favour the medium’s fidelity and ritual. In sum, Hodge – Wiggler / Trust (with Eris Drew & Om Unit Remixes) on Local Action (catalogue LOC089) presents a focused house EP on 12-inch vinyl, featuring four tracks that balance original composition with two distinct remixes, offering both DJs and collectors a concise yet potent addition to contemporary house discographies. Tracklist: A1. Hodge – Wiggler A2. Hodge – Wiggler (Eris Drew Remix) B1. Hodge – Trust B2. Hodge – Trust Om Unit Remix