UK-based producer makes her debut on Insomniac’s offshoot imprint with a potent, sparkling dose of wonky house music.
Insomniac’s IN / ROTATION imprint welcomes a new addition to its catalog, with British sensation lau.ra making her label debut via “Champagne,” a hefty bassline-fueled single dropping on September 2nd.
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Wonky and high-spirited, “Champagne” is a potent house cut spilling over with UK influence. Pitched-up hip-hop vocal loops repeat over growling garage low-end, with its ecstatic lyrics celebrating the step up from indigent to overindulgence. Sustained string pads and lavish synth bellows add a layer of luxury to the overall tone—while sharp, shuffling percussion and clangorous stab leads help to keep the track rooted in a gritty, rave-ready vibe.
Speaking on the single, lau.ra shares, “‘Champagne’ covers all my favourite territory: a little bit wonky; a little bit ravey; a little bit hip-hop; but ultimately, housey. I’ve been playing this in my sets the past few months, and it wins crowds over instantly. It’s got good energy and perfectly sums up where my sound is at right now.”
Based out of an English town called Battle, lau.ra is a producer and singer/songwriter who has become a beacon for diversity in clubland. She’s also the founder of Wonk, a club and community-driven brand aimed at creating equity for women, trans, and non-binary artists. The inclusive, back-to-basic ethos sitting at the core of her monthly party in London also exudes from her diverse productions ranging from glam-loaded house grooves to nasty bassline tunes. Her music has enjoyed an outpouring of BBC Radio 1 support from Pete Tong (‘Essential Mix’), Danny Howard, Sarah Story, Jerimiah Asiamah, and Sian Eleri, as well as plays from KCRW, Triple J, Rinse FM, and Kiss FM UK. She recently made her US debut with a show as support for Odd Mob at the Hollywood Palladium, and is coming off performances at Boomtown, BBC Radio 1 Dance x at Ibiza Rocks, and Silverworks London.
Beyond the dancefloor, her sound has reached global audiences through high-profile sync placements with ‘Love Island,’ ‘NBA 2k,’ Red Bull, Disney’s ‘Good Trouble,’ and ‘Inventing Anna’ on Netflix.
With “Champagne,” lau.ra’s distinctive energy and inventive sound shine through as she continues to craft unique club records worth toasting about.
lau.ra’s new single “Champagne” is available on all platforms via IN/ROTATION Records.
More about lau.ra
Award-winning artist, producer, and DJ lau.ra continues to make waves with her prolific output of club anthems. There are release plans every month in 2025 on renowned labels such as IN / ROTATION (Insomniac), DVINE Sounds, Defected, Sola, Nervous, and more – lau.ra has firmly established herself as a powerhouse in the electronic music scene.
Her DJ resume boasts performances at iconic venues and events, including DC-10, Ushuaïa, Glastonbury, Drumsheds, E1, Hollywood Palladium, ADE, and Studio 338. And in 2024 alone, she appeared on line-ups alongside industry heavyweights such as FATBOY SLIM, DJ EZ, SAM DIVINE, IDRIS ELBA, ODD MOB, and SAMMY VIRJI, solidifying her reputation as a dynamic performer.
In addition to her performances, lau.ra has delivered standout guest mixes across BBC Radio One for Pete Tong’s Essential Mix and Danny Howard’s Mini Mix, as well as Sarah Story’s Peak Time Mix, Jerimiah Asiamah’s Soundsystem Mix, and Sian Eleri’s Chill Mix. Her collaboration with Monki in 2023 earned her Radio 1’s Hottest Record, while her work with ODESZA and Golden Features’ project BRONSON achieved gold disc certification.
lau.ra’s music has also been widely featured in syncs across TV, Film, and commercials with Netflix’s Inventing Anna, NBA 2K, Red Bull, Disney’s Good Trouble, ITV’s Love Island, Athleta, and INEOS, showcasing her versatility and global appeal. With hundreds of millions of streams, extensive radio play, and high-profile support from DJs like Claptone, Don Diablo, Jamie xx, Arielle Free, Oliver Heldens, Diplo, and Purple Disco Machine, lau.ra is a force to be reckoned with.
Her track Hey Shut Up, released on Unknown To The Unknown’s Hot Haus label, spent over 2 months in Beatport’s Top 3 and remains in the Top 50 Bass/Club chart 6 months later. Mike Skinner of The Streets handpicked her track The Danger for their Fabric mix
celebrating the label’s silver jubilee. They described it as “a sonic journey through the pulsating veins of UK nightlife.
Beyond her music, lau.ra has created her own club night and community, Wonk, held monthly at The Social in London. Wonk is a back-to-basics club night focused on big tunes in a small basement. With an emphasis on minimal production and maximum vibes, Wonk aims to elevate women, trans, and non-binary DJs and producers while remaining open and welcoming to all with good taste and an open attitude.
Plans for Wonk in 2025 include festival stage takeovers, a UK tour, and further expansion to make quality small-scale clubbing accessible to everyone in the face of rising costs in the superclub scene. By providing a safe and supportive space for DJs
and producers to test out tunes and connect with peers, lau.ra is not just building a club night—she’s fostering a community.
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More about IN / ROTATION
Launched in 2017, Insomniac’s IN / ROTATION is a label living under Insomniac Music Group that is dedicated to the freshest house sounds on heavy rotation. From established artists to buzzing up-and-comers, the imprint has showcased names from across the four-on-the-floor spectrum, ranging from bass house, tech house and every shade tucked in between. Its catalog has brought forth a whole host of noteworthy artists, including Westend, SIDEPIECE, Cloverdale, Bleu Clair, Qlank, SQWAD, Casmalia, Masteria, Corrupt (UK), Capozzi, LO’99, Hollaphonic, Hidden Face, and so many more.
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