ST. DAVID — Disco Maniac EP

St. David – Disco Maniac EP arrives on Urban Underground Grooves as catalogue UUG005, an exclusive vinyl release that dives deep into disco-house territory. The four-track EP, stamped as “Vinyl Only,” showcases the label head’s affinity for dancefloor-driven grooves, marrying classic disco-funk filter house with a modern sensibility. Within the Urban Underground Grooves catalogue, Disco Maniac EP follows the earlier UUG003 “The Slammin’ Project EP” by Gourment De Funk (2024) and the later-dated UUG004 “The Lost Cuts EP” by No Hype DJ’s, situating the record amid a series of releases that explore the label’s commitment to underground dance music. St. David’s own output this year includes a string of exclusive vinyl statements such as “Collective Grooves Vol. 1” (Theory Of Swing) and “Limited Edition Split EP” (Club U Nite), underscoring a prolific period of vinyl-only productions. Side A opens with “Dancin,” a driving house cut that leans on raw swing and a timeless groove, setting a kinetic tone for the record. The momentum continues with “Wanna Party Tonite,” which channels the playful punch and filter-driven bounce reminiscent of early-2000s French touch, nodding toward the Paul Johnson era while retaining a fresh edge. Turning to the flip side, “Funky Sky (Ft Wildbox)” pushes deeper into hypnotic terrain, its warped disco-funk textures recalling Thomas Bangalter’s Roulé experiments from the “Trax on da Rocks” period, yet reworked for contemporary club floors. The record closes with “People Mover,” a slower, tension-building tool that patiently constructs movement, offering DJs a warm-up or wind-down moment that complements the preceding energy. In the context of St. David’s recent discography, Disco Maniac EP sits alongside “Message Of Love EP” (Hard Times Records) and “Deep House Damage EP” (Definitive Recordings), both from 2026, illustrating a continued exploration of house sub-genres across different imprints. The EP’s focus on disco-house aligns with the artist’s broader aesthetic, emphasizing groove, historical reference, and pure dancefloor intent. For DJs, the record provides a versatile toolkit: “Dancin” and “Wanna Party Tonite” deliver immediate floor-filling momentum, ideal for peak-time sets, while “Funky Sky” and “People Mover” offer deeper, more atmospheric moments suitable for late-night transitions or nuanced mixes. Collectors will appreciate the exclusive vinyl format and the cohesive narrative that ties the four tracks together, each reflecting a facet of the disco-house lineage. The release is pressed as an exclusive 12-inch vinyl, matching the label’s emphasis on tangible, DJ-friendly formats. Its four tracks are sequenced to balance high-energy peaks with more contemplative grooves, making the EP a concise yet potent addition to any vinyl-centric collection. St. David – Disco Maniac EP, Urban Underground Grooves, catalogue UUG005, exclusive vinyl, 4 tracks. Tracklist: A1. St. David – Dancin A2. St. David – Wanna Party Tonite B1. St. David – Funky Sky (Ft Wildbox) B2. St. David – People Mover