LEN LEWIS — Paradise People +

Len Lewis – Paradise People + arrives on Amsterdam’s Dzungla imprint as catalogue DZUN004, a 12-inch vinyl that pulls together archival material and fresh unreleased cuts from the veteran tech house producer. Spanning recordings from 2003 to 2021, the record showcases Lewis’s trademark dark, driving sound across four tracks that move from spaced-out grooves to high-energy momentum. Within Dzungla’s recent output, Paradise People + follows the Halo EP by Aedis (DZUN003, 2026) and earlier statements such as Terrarium Trek by Spf 50 (DZUN002, 2024) and the label’s inaugural D.Wave EP by Biotone (DZUN001, 2023). The release therefore continues the label’s focus on forward-thinking tech house while digging into its own vault. Side A opens with “Paradise People”, the original 2002 cut that has become a sought-after staple in deep-tech circles. Its spacious arrangement provides a hypnotic foundation that feels as relevant today as it did at its inception. The second A-side entry, “Paradise People (2003 Dub)”, is a previously unreleased dub version from the following year; the remix strips back elements to a more echo-laden texture, extending the track’s atmospheric reach while preserving its driving pulse. Side B begins with “Bare Back”, described as an eerie high-energy groover. The track delivers a tense, propulsive rhythm that can ignite peak-time moments, its dark character fitting seamlessly after the A-side’s more measured vibe. Closing the record, “A1” moves into a wonkier, stripped-back territory, offering a minimalistic counterpoint that works well for opening sets or late-night transitions, its reduced arrangement allowing DJs to layer additional elements. Len Lewis’s recent discography reinforces the relevance of Paradise People +. Earlier in 2026 he issued the Critical Mass EP on Drifted Records, the Joy / Skip Up 12-inch on Physical Education, and the Different Knowledge EP on 666 Recordings, each reinforcing his affinity for deep, driving grooves. His 2022 Knickers In Ya Cornflakes EP on FA>IE Records and the date-unknown Lost Remix EP further illustrate a consistent output that balances experimental textures with dancefloor focus. In the context of contemporary underground electronic music, Paradise People + offers a rare glimpse into the evolution of a seasoned producer’s sound, juxtaposing a classic early-2000s track with a modern, stripped-back approach. The record’s dual nature—archival reverence and fresh experimentation—makes it a notable entry both for fans of Lewis’s catalog and for listeners tracking the trajectory of tech house on forward-looking labels like Dzungla. For DJs, the record provides versatile material: “Paradise People” works as a deep, looping anchor; the dub version supplies an atmospheric bridge; “Bare Back” injects peak-time energy; and “A1” offers a minimalist canvas for creative mixing. Collectors will appreciate the chronological breadth and the inclusion of three never-before-released cuts, adding depth to any vinyl library focused on tech house and minimal house aesthetics. The release is pressed as a 12-inch vinyl, matching the format of Dzungla’s recent output and aligning with the tactile expectations of the label’s audience. Len Lewis – Paradise People +, Dzungla, catalogue DZUN004, 12-inch vinyl, four tracks. Tracklist: A1. Len Lewis – Paradise People A2. Len Lewis – Paradise People (2003 Dub) B1. Len Lewis – Bare Back B2. Len Lewis – A1