Reworck marks its fifteenth anniversary with a release that feels both reflective and forward-moving. The label’s founder, Pole Folder, brings together long-time collaborators and new voices to celebrate the evolution of melodic house through a deeply personal lens. “Tangie Haze (RWY15 Edition)” by Nicolás Rada leads the collection, capturing the detailed production and emotional precision that have defined the label since its early days.
Across the new compilation, artists like Petar Dundov, Oliver Schories, and Amine Edge contribute work that honors Reworck’s foundation while exploring modern interpretations of progressive house. Each track feels grounded in intention, guided by the label’s long-standing belief in subtle progression and meaningful atmosphere. The release reflects not only how Reworck has grown but also how it continues to serve as a home for producers who care about sound as storytelling.
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Speaking with Nicolás Rada, it’s clear how much this anniversary represents continuity and respect for the roots of the genre. His reflections on rhythm, groove, and patience reveal an artist focused on the craft of building energy rather than chasing trends. His approach mirrors Reworck’s own philosophy — that music gains its power from care, context, and the time it takes to get it right.
How do you stay connected to the past while still moving your sound forward?
The past is relative; music, in essence, never ages. We constantly discover new sounds, textures, and ways to create them. Perhaps what evolves the most is the quality of sound — our ability to reproduce the full spectrum with greater precision. In the past, present, and future, there will always be lows, mids, and highs. The difference lies in how we craft a melody, in the pauses, and in the effects we choose to use.
What parts of your roots always find their way back into what you make, no matter how your style changes?
Since I started making music, I’ve always focused on the groove — the kick, the bass, and the drums. It’s something that comes from within me, and I always strive to make it stand out.
The style and the way I create a track may retain certain personal traits that don’t change much, but what constantly evolves is the sound itself.
At what point does experimenting start to feel disconnected from where the music came from?
No music is ever disconnected from music itself. Music evolves, it transforms. Experimenting with new sounds is part of change and depends on personal taste. It’s about art. It’s like watching a fashion show filled with extravagant designs — it’s experimentation, it’s a trend. You wouldn’t necessarily wear that on the street. Exploring and trying new things opens doors; people evolve, change, and adapt. It’s a dynamic process, always in motion. And at the same time, there are the classic roots you can always return to.
What lessons from the old school still feel relevant to how people make and experience music today?
I believe every track should have an introduction, a buildup, and a resolution. In the past, music was recorded on vinyl and wasn’t designed to create endless loops like today; the different parts evolved progressively — though that doesn’t mean we have to follow the same timing as before.
That’s also how I approach playing music: telling a story within the set. It’s similar to a track, but on a larger scale — like a film, told through sound.
The same applies to the warm up: that culture is slowly fading, yet it’s crucial to respect timing and the main artists, and to understand one’s place within the lineup.
Nowadays, many DJs play without any narrative sense. It should be the opposite — with so much music available for different moods and moments within a set, many end up limiting themselves to the most popular or recognizable tracks, regardless of context.
How do you bring newer audiences into those foundational sounds in a way that feels natural, not like a lecture?
I guess it’s something that comes with patience. It’s about giving the audience a great experience — a solid show with a coherent lineup, music and artists that share the same vibe. Preserving the culture of the opening, the warm up, and the main set.
Working closely with the promoter is essential to ensure the audience truly enjoys the experience: great sound, good energy, and an atmosphere that feels right. Basic things — yet fundamental.
Will Vance is a professional music producer who has been involved in the industry for the better part of a decade and has been the managing editor at Magnetic Magazine since mid-2022. In that time period, he has published thousands of articles on music production, industry think pieces and educational articles about the music industry. Over the last decade as a professional music producer, Will Vance has also ran multiple successful and highly respected record labels in the industry, including Where The Heart Is Records as well as having launched a new label with a focus on community through Magnetic Magazine. When not running these labels or producing his own music, Vance is likely writing for other top industry sites like Waves or the Hyperbits Masterclass or working on his upcoming book on mindfulness in music production. On the rare chance he's not thinking about music production, he's probably running a game of Dungeons and Dragons with his friends which he has been the dungeon master for for many years.
