HERATIKS

HERATIKS (pronounced 'heretics') are the Southwest UK-based DJ/Producer duo, Justin Krause (Krausey) & James Wiggans. Specialising in crafting booty shakin' tech, bass and deep house for the global dance floor. As Grahame Farmer from Data Transmission said, their debut original track, 'Drop Tha Spot', didn't just land, it "booted the doors in" with a massive impact, signed to the dance music media juggernaut's 'dt weapons' imprint it stormed the Traxsource Tech Charts hitting #22, was crowned 'Sound of the Weekend' by BBC Introducing and has been added to numerous Spotify playlists. 'Drop Tha Spot' also earned global DJ support from industry heavyweights such as Joris Voorn, AC Slater, Paco Osuna, Dennis Cruz, Steve Bug and Sasha Robotti to techno icon Ritchie Hawtin, with plays from California to New York, Miami, London, Amsterdam and Ibiza to Australia’s Kiss Fm Dance and back to London's SelectFM, FlexFM, Data Transmission Radio and RadioActive FM Dance. From intimate beach parties in Cornwall to the iconic Ministry of Sound in London, the HERATIKS bass tech energy is infectious and built for discerning crowds. This website is your central hub for all upcoming shows, new music fresh from the studio, collaborations, music industry articles and insights from our journey. Welcome!

READ MY LIPS BACK AT NUMBER 1!
Thirty-three years after it first dominated the global charts, the Alex Party anthem "Read My Lips" has returned to the summit. The official 2026 relaunch has claimed the NUMBER 1 spot on the Music Week Commercial Pop Chart, marking a triumphant return for one of the most protected legacies in dance music. Since its original release in 1993, the track has remained a prestigious "holy grail" for producers; to date, only 15 official remixes have ever been authorised. The 2026 team now joins an elite circle of legends including K-Klass, George Morel, and Junior Vasquez.
HERATIKS Drop Exclusive Minimix for BBC Introducing
There is support, and then there is THE call-up. March has been crazy...including a massive career milestone. We were invited to deliver an exclusive 10-minute minimix for BBC Introducing in the West. The invitation didn't just come out of thin air; it was a personal shout-out from the man himself, James Threlfall, who has been a champion of the HERATIKS sound since day one.
From "Spammy" DMs to BBC Radio 1 & Kisstory
The momentum behind our official remix of Alex Party’s 90s classic ‘Read My Lips’ has been unreal. The story of how we landed on the biggest station in the UK started in the most unexpected way - an Insta DM!
HERATIKS @ RUBBADUBDUB, 61, Taunton // THE FINAL EVENT
Saturday, 14th March marks a massive, full-circle moment for us. After nearly two decades of serving as the bedrock of Taunton’s independent music scene, 61 Bar & Venue (formerly Perfect 5th, The Live Room, and The Egg Basket) is closing its doors for good. We met each other a number of years ago at a RUBBADUBDUB and stayed in touch after that and it was this instant connection that made us launch HERATIKS.
HERATIKS: a "Rising Force" Somerset County Gazette
Building a sustainable brand in the electronic music industry requires more than just studio time; it requires a genuine connection with the community that shaped you. We are proud to announce that HERATIKS has been featured in the Somerset County Gazette, marking a significant milestone in our project's growth from a Southwest studio outfit to a globally recognised production duo.
Remixing Alex Party's Read My Lips: The Story
On February 6th, we drop our biggest release to date: an official "Bass Tech" rework of the 90s anthem Read My Lips, featuring original vocalist Shanie. Here's the story of how a social media comment led to us remixing a piece of dance music history.
HERATIKS: Our First Year – From Bootleg to Breakthrough
What a year it's been for HERATIKS. We launched the project in late 2024, two DJs/Producers from the Southwest UK with years in the scene but ready to go all-in on our own sound that we wanted to make for ourselves: high-energy tech house, bass-driven rollers, leaning into that garagey swing that we can't get enough of.
HERATIKS 2026: New Music, Collaborations and a Remix
For the last few months, we’ve been locked in the studios with a singular focus: stripping back the noise and producing weapons that hit harder than anything we’ve released to date. Original Tech & Bass House of our own, a collaboration and an official remix!
'Drop Tha Spot' The Support Has Been Unreal!
When we finished our debut original track, 'Drop Tha Spot', we knew we had something special, but we could never have predicted the incredible journey it would go on.
HERATIKS in the 103 @ Ministy of Sound
What a night. What a trip. So good!
MINISTRY OF SOUND
This is not a drill, Heathens! We are absolutely buzzing to announce that we are in with a chance of playing at one of the most legendary clubs on the planet, Ministry of Sound in London on Friday 8th August!
Our Debut Single “Drop Tha Spot” is OUT NOW!
Happy Release Day, Heathens! Our brand new, debut original track, “Drop Tha Spot,” is officially out in the world, and we are absolutely buzzing to finally share it with you all!
We're on BBC Introducing "The Sound of the Weekend!"
Our new single, "DROP THA SPOT", forthcoming on DT Weapons on 6th August, is BBC Introducing’s “Sound of the Weekend”.
Cornwall Debut: Ink Events at The Unicorn, Porthtowan
Get Ready for the INK Events BBQ Beach Fete at The Unicorn, Porthtowan!
HERATIKS Grill an Industry Pro on PRS & Music Royalties
It’s an awesome feeling when you finish a track, send it out and then start hearing it’s getting support from DJs in completely different parts of the world. We know we've had our music played everywhere from Miami and Amsterdam to après-ski parties in the French Alps, sets in Ibiza, and clubs all across the UK. But after the initial buzz, a question sometimes lingers: how do those plays actually turn into money in our bank accounts?
“DROP THA SPOT” IS MASTERED & HERATIKS ARE MAKING MOVES
This is the moment it all clicks. The final, official master for “DROP THA SPOT” has landed from the wizards at Most Wanted Audio, and honestly, it’s sounding even bigger than we could have hoped. The energy is unreal. Hearing it in its final form has us absolutely buzzing and ready for what’s next.
HERATIKS @ House of Funk (set)
Calling all Heathens! HERATIKS bring the heat to House of Funk! 
HERATIKS to Play Echo Boat Party in London!
HERATIKS are making our DEBUT at the LEGENDARY Echo Halloween Boat Party! HEATHENS, THIS IS NOT A DRILL!
HERATIKS @ Immunity Festival 4th - 6th June 2025
Catch us on The Fusion Project Takeover on Sunday! // 3 Days of family friendly festival fun!
Summer House Vibes
We’re buzzing to hit up Summer House Vibes this June 14th, brought to you by An‑X‑Ception events. Expect ten solid hours of energy across two stages, food, camping, community, and most importantly, serious House energy at this mini festival - an afternoon and evening of summer house vibes. A selection of some of the south wests finest DJs and special guest MC Ribbz
Heratiks Sign Debut Track ‘Drop Tha Spot’ to DT Weapons
We’re beyond excited to announce that our debut original track ‘Drop Tha Spot’ has officially been signed to dt weapons — part of the highly respected Data Transmission Records family.
OFF THE GRID: Bank Holiday Day Party | Bridgwater
Looking for something to do this Bank Holiday Sunday that won’t rinse your wallet? Skip the £80+ festival madness and get OFF THE GRID at The Great Escape (Artichoke), Bridgwater — a day party for those who want real music, proper energy, and no-nonsense vibes.
HERATIKS Return to Bomba, Exeter | Terrace Takeover
Up Close And Personal bring the vibe and we bring the energy!
HERATIKS UPDATE Spring/Summer into Autumn Show Dates!
HERATIKS Spring/Summer and into the Autumn Shows – New Dates Added!
Data Transmission Demo Feedback Session
In a recent Live Stream with Grahame Farmer & Loz Seka on their LIVE feedback show (Data Transmission), our first original track "Drop Tha Spot" received the Rave Horn! 
2025 UPCOMING SPRING/SUMMER EVENTS & FESTIVALS
Looking for peak time, booty shaking Tech an d Bass Music DJ sets for your events or festivals? Here's our current upcoming gigs across the South West, including club nights, festivals, and guest radio appearances. Catch us dropping brand-new unreleased tracks, exclusive remixes, and high-energy sets throughout spring and summer 2025!!
Heratiks | No.10 on Spinnin' Records Talent Pool Charts
Heratiks @ House of Funk | Taunton
House of Funk is hoppin’ out of hibernation to show you how no one should ever run an events company :’( Yes it’s in two weeks, yes you should sell your kidney and spend the money on having rabbit ear transplant and drag your sorry asses down to Bar 61 where we promise to make all your worst nightmares come true for a marvellous live action crucifixion of the Easter Bunny himself.
HERATIKS @ Raise The Roof | Bomba, Exeter
BOMBA at Exeter Quay is the place to be on Friday 19th April 2025 as we came together for RAISE THE ROOF – a night of house music, good vibes, and giving back! This event isn't just about bringing people to the dancefloor; it's about making a real impact in our community.
FAT BASS (WIP)
A Work In Progress (WIP)... it's going to be a stormer to follow up "Drop Tha Spot" which is currently under offers for signing.
PHOTOSHOOT
BRANDING
SOUNDCLOUD
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Edge of Saturday Night Remix
HERATIKS drop their first release, a tech-house dancefloor weapon, flipping The Blessed Madonna & Kylie Minogue’s "Edge of Saturday Night" into a bumping, groove-heavy remix built for peak-time madness.
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