CORE Records unveils the ‘CORE VA: RASA’ EP

Friday, June 13, 2025 - CORE Records is thrilled to unveil the ‘CORE VA: RASA’: a curated 5-track EP weaving a rich tapestry of different genres – from indie and melodic to progressive, house, and techno – all rooted in the unmistakable DNA of CORE. The brand-new compilation captures pure emotion, distilled by innovate artists from around the world, including Amirali, Adrian Roman, Madben, Magdalena, and Upercent. The title ‘RASA’, meaning ‘essence’ in Sanskrit, reflects the compilation’s timeless and elemental character. Each of the 5 tracks on this collection presents a sonic journey between analog warmth and digital precision, resonating with the musical universe of CORE.

‘CORE VA: RASA’ is out now via all platforms.

‘CORE VA: RASA’ EP

1. Upercent – Light Years
2. Adrian Roman – Rabbia
3. Magdalena – Nothing To Lose
4. Amirali – Polaris
5. Madben – Dat Groovy Chord

Upercent – Light Years
​Upercent is an unorthodox artist from Valencia, crafting a sound that’s as emotive as it is visceral. Built from organic samples, analog warmth, and inventive structures, his music channels the freedom of jazz and the boundless creativity of electronic experimentation. This singular vision has led to releases on labels like Kompakt, Innervisions, Cult Order, Diynamic, and Crosstown Rebels. As a performer, Upercent has played in over 20 countries, including key cities like Berlin, Ibiza, London, Amsterdam, Istanbul, and New York. Constantly evolving and creatively restless, Upercent is an artist who forges his own path.

Upercent: “When I start a song, I always ask myself one thing: is it for the body, or for the mind? ‘Light Years’ was born from the second path. It’s a track to get lost in.
​Most of the atmosphere came from a Juno-60. I’ve always loved how analog gear carries soul in its imperfections. It’s not polished, and that’s exactly why it moves me.
​As the lyrics say, ‘My head’s up in the sky, it’s not comin’ down tonight.’ That line captured exactly how I felt when the track came to life.”

Adrian Roman – Rabbia
​Being able to create a musical concept from scratch that expresses his feelings and taste, Adrian Roman has cultivated a personal style. Elegance, simplicity, and aesthetics are the cornerstone of his productions, propelling him onto the global stage as part of the next generation of avant-garde house music. Apart from his facet in the studio, Adrian has performed in the main cities of the country and worldwide with a music speech characterized by pervasive drumming and further innervated by incisive inflexions, which has led him to share decks with artists such as Aera, Nandu, Santiago Garcia or Marino Canal and making his debut in main cities as Dubai, Copenhagen or Marseille.

Adrian Roman: “’Rabbia’ is a secret weapon that has accompanied me on several sets. It means a lot to me and, right from the name, represents a side of my angry, dirty, sharp, yet elegant production style. Once CORE reached out to sign it, I knew it was the right place and time.”

Magdalena – Nothing To Lose
​Magdalena is an influential artist from Hamburg known for her deep, emotive sound that moves between Indie Dance and Melodic Techno. Her emotionally rich productions, often marked by subtle field recordings, have found a home on respected labels like Anjunadeep, Renaissance, Diynamic, Bedrock and so on. As a performer, she’s played at iconic venues and festivals worldwide, from Tomorrowland and Ultra to Boiler room, Cercle and Amnesia Ibiza. Founder of the 'SHADOWS' event series in Ibiza, Magdalena continues to shape the scene with authenticity, warmth, and a sound that resonates far beyond the dance floor.

Magdalena: “’Nothing To Lose’ was born in a moment of emotional stillness, after a time in my life where everything was falling apart. It wasn't written during the chaos, but in the calm that came after, the kind of calm you don’t find, but grow into. Most of the atmosphere comes from layering minimal beats and textured Serum synths. The drop is minimal but impactful, creating space for the emotional build-up in the break to shine through. ‘Nothing To Lose’ reflects a turning point in my life. After I lost everything, I began searching for a sense of safety and peace. That’s when I began to feel whole again, and this track captures that exact feeling.”

Amirali – Polaris
​Amirali is a distinctive electronic music artist known for his rich, textured sound and genre-defying approach. A classically trained pianist and architect by education, he merges deep musicality with creative innovation. His acclaimed debut album In Time and standout track My Way launched him into the spotlight, earning praise from major outlets like Resident Advisor, BBC Radio, and NPR. A seasoned live performer, Amirali has played iconic venues worldwide, from Berghain to the Vienna Opera House. He also founded Dark Matters, a label and visual project dedicated to cutting-edge dance and experimental sounds. His second album Trial & Error included a celebrated collaboration with the Tonhalle Orchestra Zurich. In 2024, Amirali made a bold return to the dance floor with four new EPs, released on Solomun’s Diynamic Music and CORE Records, Tomorrowland’s forward-thinking sub-label. Championed by industry heavyweights like Solomun, Gerd Janson and Laurent Garnier, he continues to push boundaries with an ambitious release schedule and an all-new live show.

Amirali: “’Polaris’ came to life in one of those rare, instinctive moments, the kind where the idea flows so naturally, you’re almost just a passenger. I had just picked up a new piece of gear and was in that playful, exploratory headspace. The core of the track came together in a single session. Of course, finishing it took many more hours, but that first spark unfolded effortlessly. I got completely lost in the process, and when I surfaced, I had this piece of music that felt both unexpected and entirely true to my sound. I'm really proud of how it turned out. ‘Polaris’, to me, represents a sense of direction, something steady in the chaos. The track emerged during a time when I was looking to reconnect with the core of why I make music. It felt like a reminder to trust that instinctive pull, even when the path isn’t clear. Just like the star itself, it became a kind of anchor, a moment of clarity that cut through the noise.”

Madben – Dat Groovy Chord
​Born in the North of France, Madben has retained a taste for manages and a nickname that smells like the warehouse. The Lille resident has been “living” techno since his beginnings. From the 1990s, he followed this new scene closely via the flyers he found at local record stores. With his friends, he spends nights in Belgium, in Fuse in Brussels, at Kozzmozz partes in Ghent or in disused factories in Kortrijk, free and ideal territory to listen to the best sound of the time. All this the obviously pushes to join forces with other enthusiasts to organize evenings at Lille and elsewhere.

Madben: “I made this track in my studio during a sunny day in the beginning of the year, few days after the new year celebration which inspired me some positive, groovy & old-refreshing vibes in my music. ‘Dat Groovy Chord’ is a wink to all those classic techno & house tracks who puts smiles on the faces when you drop them on your decks. It’s all about communion, uplifting & celebrating a great moment, a great dance all together.”

About CORE Records
​CORE Records is a brand-new boutique record label and dedicated music division within Tomorrowland, founded in May 2023 and deeply rooted in the musical DNA of CORE Festival in Brussels as well as the iconic CORE stage at Tomorrowland, working in partnerships with Virgin Music/Universal Music Group. CORE Records is crossing genres, cultures, and boundaries, releasing cutting edge records, boosting rising personalities and telling original and authentic stories. Innovative, forward-thinking and genre-bending, CORE Records works closely together with artists to support them in all their recording and release activities and aiming to introduce music fans around the world to the most exciting and eclectic projects in music.

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