The Music Week Commercial Pop Chart is widely regarded as the UK’s "Industry Bible" for dance music. Unlike the Official Singles Chart which tracks sales and streams, this is a Trade Chart powered by direct feedback from the front lines. It is compiled from weekly returns by a verified pool of thousands of professional club, professional mobile and specialist DJs across the country. For artists and labels, a #1 spot is a massive mark of authority. It proves "dancefloor utility" - it’s a data-driven guarantee that a record is working in a club environment and being championed by working professionals. Promoters, A&R scouts and booking agents value this chart above almost any other because it serves as the ultimate "social proof". It shows that a track has the momentum to drive a crowd. This is the exact leverage needed to command higher booking fees and secure prime festival slots. In short, it’s the difference between being a "viral" flash-in-the-pan and being an industry-certified heavyweight with staying power.
THE 2026 PRODUCTION COLLECTIVE
This Number 1 is the result of a powerhouse collaboration revitalising the anthem for a new generation:
Shanie: The original voice of Alex Party, returning with the definitive 2026 vocal performance.
Charlie Big: The lead force behind the 2026 relaunch.
Lizzie Curious: Delivering a stellar UKG/House energy.
HERATIKS: Providing the heavy Bass House edge.
Both remixes have dragged the track kicking and screaming into 2026!
Both remixes have dragged the track kicking and screaming into 2026!
BEATPORT & TRAXSOURCE
The momentum isn't just limited to the trade charts. The 2026 package has been a consistent force across the major digital platforms.
Beatport
The release peaked at #10 on the Bass House New Releases chart and has been "yoyo’ing" at the top of the rankings for several weeks.
Traxsource
The HERATIKS Remix secured a coveted spot in the Tech House Featured section and has been climbing the Tech House charts, proving its underground appeal with the world’s most discerning selectors.
CERTIFIED INDUSTRY IMPACT
The Music Week "Bible" status is backed by a tidal wave of national and global tastemaker support.
BBC Radio 1 / R1 Dance: The HERATIKS Remix has been the standout weapon for Jaguar, receiving multiple plays across Radio 1 and BBC Music Introducing.
Kisstory / Kiss FM
Both the HERATIKS and Lizzie Curious versions have received high-rotation support from The Wideboys, bridging the gap between rave heritage and future-house.
GLOBAL DJ SUPPORT
The remix package has been rinsed by some of the biggest names in the electronic world. Support for the HERATIKS and Lizzie Curious versions includes a "who’s who" of dance music royalty....
Don Diablo (Hexagon), Claptone, Stephanie B (Tomorrowland), Ming (Brazil), StoneBridge, Kryder, Sam Divine, D.O.D. Slipmatt, Mark Doyle (Hedkandi), The Freemasons.
GLOBAL SYNDICATE: Euro Nation (Canada), Vandal on Da Mix, Deltrax, Peverell and Mark Ursa.
GLOBAL RADIO & DIGITAL SYNDICATION
The releases reach is truly international, with both the Lizzie Curious and HERATIKS Remixes securing airplay on major digital and FM stations worldwide!!
Just a few of the stations that have supported our remix (from our Songstats)
Just a few of the stations that have supported our remix (from our Songstats)
UK & Europe: Clubland Radio UK, House Music Radio (London), LWR Radio Dance, and Dance Attack FM (UK/Bath).
The International Network: Radio Ultra Max (France), Illogicradio (Italy), Radio Retebusa (Italy), and Lumix FM (Russia).
Australia: High-rotation play on Coast FM 97.3 and Kiss FM Dance Australia.
THE VISUALS: 90s ARCHIVE X 2026 GLITCH
To aid with the release, we released the our official music video - a lo-fi, glitch-heavy mashup of original Shanie (Alex Party) archival footage and raw tour footage. It is a visual representation of the track's DNA: bridging the gap between 1993 rave culture and our Tech/Bass House clips.
PRESS & MEDIA
The release has triggered widespread coverage, from Music Week analysis to global features and interviews with Euro Nation (Canada) and regional press including the Bridgwater Mercury.
CATCH A SET!
Spring/Summer 2026
Koolwaters Reunion | April 3rd (Good Friday) | Labyrinth, Taunton.
Off The Grid | Sunday 3rd May Bank Holiday | Bridgwater, Somerset
TezFest | June 20th | Bridgwater, Somerset
TezFest | June 20th | Bridgwater, Somerset
IMMUNITY Festival | 2nd - 6th July 2026 | Honiton, Devon
INK | Sat 1st Aug | Porthtowan, Cornwall
Further Events & Festival dates TBA.