J WAX — Peaches

J Wax – Peaches is the newest 12-inch offering from Time Is Now (catalogue TIN078), arriving in October 2026. The EP lands squarely in the intersection of UK garage, bass-driven house beats and the kinetic energy of early-90s hard-house, delivering a four-track statement that feels both nostalgic and forward-looking. Its blend of speed-garage swagger with trance-inflected euphoria makes it a compelling addition to any forward-thinking vinyl collection. Within the Time Is Now roster, Peaches follows a string of releases that have cemented the label’s reputation for high-octane dancefloor fare. Earlier this year PRESTi’s As We Move EP (TIN077) and Frazer Ray’s Masha (TIN080V) pushed the label’s garage and bass aesthetics, while Odf’s Deep Step EP (TIN076) and Bullet Tooth’s George’s Groove (TIN071) explored darker, more hypnotic territories. Peaches arrives after these entries, continuing the label’s trajectory of marrying classic UK dance influences with contemporary production flair. Side A opens with “Peaches”, a dubplate that has already generated buzz on the floor. Its smooth glide gives way to a commanding diva vocal that rides the bassline, setting a tone of confident, dancefloor-ready energy. The second A-side, “Shift (With RUA.DJ)”, pairs J Wax with Edinburgh’s RUA.DJ for a track that fuses trance-infused synth lines with the relentless drive of speed garage. The combination of Reece-style bass, punchy gun-shot accents and bouncy synth work creates a kinetic momentum that feels both urgent and uplifting, ideal for building tension in a set. Side B delivers the EP’s heavyweight moments. “Soul Movement” is positioned as a big-room weapon, its high-energy construction designed to dominate the main floor. The track’s relentless drive and soaring arrangement showcase J Wax’s command of the genre, offering DJs a powerful climax point. Closing the record, “Smokin view” leans into darker house territory, anchored by a gritty southern-style vocal chop. Its head-down, lock-in vibe makes it a perfect peak-time selection for moments when the crowd needs a deep, immersive groove. In the context of J Wax’s output, Peaches marks a clear evolution. While the producer has long been associated with the Scottish party-scene lineage, this EP pushes beyond that foundation, integrating the euphoric trance sensibilities of late-90s classics like Double99’s “Rip Groove” and Nalin & Kane’s “Beach Ball”. The result is a record that feels as much at home in a garage-centric set as it does in a trance-laden rave, illustrating the artist’s ability to straddle multiple underground currents. For DJs, the EP offers a versatile toolkit. “Peaches” works as an opening or mid-set groove, its vocal hook providing a hook for crowd engagement. “Shift” supplies a bridge between garage and trance, ideal for transitioning between styles. “Soul Movement” serves as a peak-time climax, while “Smokin view” offers a darker, more introspective close, perfect for winding down a set or delivering a late-night floor-filler. Collectors will appreciate the concise four-track format that captures a focused artistic statement without filler. The record is pressed as a standard 12-inch vinyl, presenting the four tracks across two sides in a layout that respects traditional DJ workflow. Its physical format ensures the warm analog fidelity that complements the EP’s blend of classic UK dance motifs and modern production polish. J Wax – Peaches, Time Is Now, catalogue TIN078, 12-inch vinyl, four tracks. Tracklist: A1. J Wax – Peaches A2. J Wax – Shift (With RUA.DJ) B1. J Wax – Soul Movement B2. J Wax – Smokin view