Founded back in 2003, Phonica Records quickly established itself as the go-to record store for dance / electronic music in the capital. They also have their own in-house record labels: Phonica, Phonica Special Edition and Karakul putting out music from big names like Four Tet, Roman Flugal and Midland, whilst hosting many parties over the years in London, Berlin and Barcelona. They are also known for their infamous in-store events, where big names such as Bicep, Daniel Avery, Four Tet, MCDE have graced the decks at their intimate venue space.
Artist, musician and producer LoneLady hails from Manchester and is signed to Warp Records. Her post-punk influenced debut album, Nerve Up and recent funk and dance-inspired follow-up Hinterland both received widespread critical acclaim. An artist who seeks out unusual or dilapidated spaces in which to record and make work, she is currently resident inside the navy’s former Rifle Range at Somerset House Studios.