VARIOUS ARTISTS — No Drama Vol. 3 LP

Various Artists – NO DRAMA VOL. 3 LP arrives on the NO DRAMA imprint as catalogue NDXP007, a 12-inch vinyl that gathers four progressive house statements from distinct corners of the global scene. Built around a brief rather than a formula, the compilation showcases four producers, each offering a personal take on the label’s open-ended aesthetic. Within the NO DRAMA catalogue, this release follows the 2026 “NO DRAMA 2” (NDXP004) and sits after the label’s earlier outings “LAVA CORE / BLUE” by YuvÉE (NDXP006) and “HEDONISM / SHOUT” by Eli Nissan (NDXP005). It also follows the 2025 solo outings “BACK IN THE DAYS / USUAL MADNESS” by Khen (NDXP003) and “DA VISION / GET LOOSE” by Roy Rosenfeld (NDXP002), positioning the EP as a continuation of the imprint’s practice of pairing individual perspectives with a shared rhythmic language. Side A opens with Roy Rosenfeld’s “Rapanui”. The track forgoes a kick drum for the first ninety seconds, allowing a spacious ambience to settle before the groove arrives. An early peak gives way to a lengthy minute-and-a-half breakdown, after which the percussion retreats, leaving the texture exposed in a mirrored conclusion. The structure creates a tension-release arc that works well for late-night transitions, offering DJs a moment to reset the floor before re-engaging the beat. The second A-side cut, “Famous” by Khen & Makebo, immediately plants a groove from the first bar. The pair, representing Tel Aviv and Barcelona respectively, keep tension held rather than fully released, inserting a brief, late-stage breakdown that preserves momentum. The track’s weight carries through to the close, making it a solid choice for building sustained energy in a set. Side B begins with Zankee Gulati’s “Kalyan”. Direct and floor-focused, the piece maintains a driving pulse, punctuated by a single, concise breakdown just before the four-minute mark. The lift functions as a brief breath rather than a pause, allowing the groove to resume with renewed drive, ideal for keeping momentum in peak-time moments. The record closes with Eugenio Dorrigo’s “Don’t Play With Me”. Unrelenting from start to finish, the track climbs steadily without a traditional breakdown, reaching its apex in the final minute before concluding with all elements still active. Its continuous intensity makes it a powerful closing statement for a set that wants to end on a high-energy note. In the context of NO DRAMA’s evolving catalogue, Vol. 3 reinforces the label’s commitment to artist-driven narratives. By juxtaposing Rosenfeld’s contemplative opening with Dorrigo’s relentless finish, the EP maps a spectrum of progressive house moods while maintaining a cohesive rhythmic thread. The inclusion of producers from Tel Aviv, Barcelona, Sydney, and Rosario illustrates the imprint’s global reach and its ability to curate diverse yet complementary sounds. For DJs, the record offers clear functional tools: “Rapanui” provides a spacious intro for mixing into deeper moments; “Famous” supplies a steady, tension-laden groove for building intensity; “Kalyan” delivers a concise lift suitable for peak-time peaks; and “Don’t Play With Me” serves as a relentless closer that can sustain energy to the end of a set. Collectors will appreciate the concise 29-minute runtime that captures four distinct scenes in a single, well-sequenced vinyl experience. The release is pressed as a 12-inch vinyl, mirroring the label’s tradition of delivering its compilations in a format that respects both DJ utility and collector aesthetics. Various Artists – NO DRAMA VOL. 3 LP, NO DRAMA, catalogue NDXP007, 12-inch vinyl, four tracks. Tracklist: A1. Roy Rosenfeld – Rapanui A2. Khen & Makebo – Famous B1. Zankee Gulati – Kalyan B2. Eugenio Dorrigo – Don't Play With Me