M SEXTON — Late 002

M Sexton – LATE 002 is the second 12-inch offering from Late Checkout (catalogue LATE002), arriving on 25 September 2026. The EP continues the label’s deep-house, beats-house and garage-inflected aesthetic, delivering four hazy club cuts that sit comfortably between the warm dust of deep house and the rhythmic swing of UK garage. Late Checkout’s catalogue is still in its infancy, with LATE 001 preceding this release earlier in 2026. That debut established a signature sound that quickly attracted support from selectors such as Louise Chen and Mafalda, and LATE 002 builds on that foundation, extending the label’s early momentum. Side A opens with “Give Me A Chance”, a track that sets a mellow yet forward-moving groove, inviting the listener into the record’s atmospheric palette. It is followed by “Operator Rouge (Dub Mix)”, which shifts the mood toward a more stripped-back, dub-leaning interpretation, providing a subtle contrast while maintaining the overall tonal cohesion. On the flip side, “The Weight Of Pearls” deepens the vibe with a weighty, soulful undertone that complements the preceding cuts, while “Gotta Have U” closes the record with a tighter, rhythm-driven pulse that works well for late-night transitions. The sequencing from A1 through B2 creates a gentle arc, moving from inviting warmth to a more driving finish, a structure that suits both introspective listening and DJ set building. Within M Sexton’s brief discography, LATE 002 follows the earlier LATE 001 on the same label, reinforcing a consistent artistic vision that merges deep house depth with garage’s swing and sample-rich soul textures. The release sits comfortably alongside the label’s opening effort, confirming Late Checkout’s commitment to a nuanced, club-ready sound. For DJs, the EP offers versatile tools: the opening track works as a warm-up layer, the dub mix supplies a spacious interlude for mixing, the mid-record “Weight Of Pearls” can anchor a deeper set, and the final cut provides a rhythmic lift for closing moments. Collectors will appreciate the continuity of the Late Checkout aesthetic and the clear evolution from the first EP. The record is pressed as a standard 12-inch vinyl, matching the format of its predecessor and preserving the tactile experience valued by house and garage enthusiasts. M Sexton – LATE 002, Late Checkout, catalogue LATE002, 12-inch vinyl, four tracks. Tracklist: A1. M Sexton – Give Me A Chance A2. M Sexton – Operator Rouge (Dub Mix) B1. M Sexton – The Weight Of Pearls B2. M Sexton – Gotta Have U