RICK WADE — Detroit Noir EP

Rick Wade – Detroit Noir EP arrives on Rawax Motor City Edition as catalogue RMCE025, a 12-inch vinyl that continues the label’s dedication to the deep house lineage of Detroit. Issued on 14 October 2024, the EP gathers four cuts that explore nocturnal moods and understated groove, positioning the record as a fresh entry in the label’s “Motor City” series. Within the Rawax Motor City Edition catalogue, RMCE025 follows the earlier “The Vaults Of The Dr.” (RMCE004.3) and precedes a string of upcoming releases slated for 2026, including Funk D’Void presents / Francois Dubois – No Witnesses/ Fembot (RMCE033) and Black Eyes – OCEAn FLOOR FUNK EP (RMCE028P). This sequencing underscores the series’ momentum, with the label earmarking the EP as one of its strongest statements to date. Side A opens with “Ride Home”, a track that immediately sets a contemplative tempo, its title suggesting a late-night journey through city streets. The follow-up “Detroit Noir” deepens the atmosphere, offering a darker tonal shift that complements the first cut while maintaining the deep house pulse that defines the release. On side B, “After the Party” provides a smoother, winding down of the set, its placement after the title track creating a natural ebb in energy. The record closes with “All I Need”, a concise finale that reinforces the EP’s overall mood and offers a clean exit for DJs looking to transition out of a set. Rick Wade’s recent output on Rawax Motor City Edition includes the 2025 “Night Trackin’” (RMCE029) and a series of releases on other deep house-focused imprints such as “Functional Anger EP” on PHONOGRAMME (2025) and “Deep Incantations Trilogy Vol 2” on Art Is The Place (2025). These entries have cemented the producer’s reputation for crafting immersive, groove-centric tracks, a trajectory that the Detroit Noir EP extends with its refined, nocturnal aesthetic. The EP arrives at a moment when deep house continues to evolve through nuanced, city-inspired narratives. Detroit Noir contributes a set of tracks that balance melodic restraint with rhythmic depth, fitting comfortably alongside contemporary underground releases while retaining a distinct sense of place rooted in the Motor City’s musical heritage. For DJs, the record offers two versatile pairings: the A-side works well for early-night sets that build tension, while the B-side supplies a smoother, more reflective vibe suitable for winding down a set or for late-hour transitions. Collectors will appreciate the cohesive sequencing and the EP’s role in documenting the ongoing dialogue between Rawax Motor City Edition and the broader deep house scene. The release is pressed as a 12-inch vinyl, matching the format of Wade’s recent Rawax outing and the label’s recent catalogue entries. Its physical presentation aligns with the series’ focus on high-quality analog output, delivering the warm fidelity expected from a deep house vinyl release. Rick Wade – Detroit Noir EP, Rawax Motor City Edition, catalogue RMCE025, 12-inch vinyl, four tracks. Tracklist: A1. Rick Wade – Ride Home A2. Rick Wade – Detroit Noir B1. Rick Wade – After the Party B2. Rick Wade – All I Need