ROBOT 84 — Robot Edits Vol 2

Robot 84 – Robot Edits Vol 2 opens the ROBOT 84 RECORDS CAT002 12-inch vinyl with a concise statement of purpose: four classic tracks re-imagined through the label’s signature edit aesthetic. The release arrives on 20 November 2026 and positions itself squarely in the edit-focused corner of dance music, offering a blend of high-energy disco, relaxed grooves, Latin-tinged percussion and funk-driven momentum that the artist has cultivated across his recent output. Within the ROBOT 84 RECORDS catalogue, this EP follows the earlier Robot Edits Vol 1 (CAT001, 2025), extending the edit series that has become a reference point for the label’s approach to reworking well-known material. The continuity between the two volumes underscores the label’s commitment to providing DJs with fresh, dancefloor-ready reinterpretations while maintaining a coherent sonic identity. Side A opens with “Magnifique (Robot84 Edit)”. The edit lifts the original’s shimmering disco vibe into a more driving, club-oriented groove, setting an uplifting tone that segues naturally into “Give it Up (Robot84 Edit)”. The second cut eases the momentum into a laid-back rhythm, its relaxed pulse offering a contrast that works well for transitional moments in a set. On side B, “Take Me to the Forest (Robot84 Edit)” introduces a Latin-inflected percussive feel, its syncopated pattern adding a worldly texture that broadens the record’s palette. The record closes with “Trick Me Once (Robot84 Edit)”, a funk-fuelled track that caps the journey with a gritty, rhythmic drive suitable for peak-time moments. Robot 84’s edit work builds on his earlier releases. The first volume of the series (CAT001, 2025) established the template of taking familiar tracks and reshaping them for contemporary dancefloors. Earlier that year he also contributed “Special Editions Robot 84” on Magic Wand (MWSE011) and “Promo Vol 5” on his own imprint (R84005), both 12-inch vinyl statements that further explored his penchant for recontextualising existing material. These releases collectively map a trajectory of refined editing that balances respect for source material with a clear club-centric vision. In the current underground landscape, where DJs constantly seek both nostalgia and novelty, Robot Edits Vol 2 arrives as a useful toolkit. Its varied tempos and stylistic touches allow seamless integration into sets that move from disco-heavy peaks to more groove-oriented mid-set passages. Collectors will appreciate the continuity of the edit series and the way each track offers a distinct mood while retaining the cohesive fingerprint of Robot 84’s production. From a vinyl perspective, the record is presented as a standard 12-inch format, aligning with the physical expectations of turntablists and crate-diggers who value the tactile experience of spin-ready edits. The straightforward pressing supports reliable cueing and pitch-adjustment, essential for live performance. Robot 84 – Robot Edits Vol 2, ROBOT 84 RECORDS, catalogue CAT002, 12-inch vinyl, four tracks. Tracklist: A1. Robot 84 – Magnifique (Robot84 Edit) A2. Robot 84 – Give it Up (Robot84 Edit) B1. Robot 84 – Take Me to the Forest (Robot84 Edit) B2. Robot 84 – Trick Me Once (Robot84 Edit)