J Wax

With a compact yet impactful discography, J Wax has earned acclaim through standout releases on respected labels including Future Classic, Headroom Records, and PRESSURE. A founding member of the forward-thinking collective and label Palidrone, J Wax is known for his eclectic and high-energy sets that effortlessly span breakbeat, garage, and techno—cementing his status as one of Scotland’s most exciting rising talents in underground electronic music. In 2020, he released the Blink EP on Inverness-based Kouncil Cuts, followed by the 2022 Demersal EP on Future Classic, which featured “Oceans”—a breakout track selected for the official F1 23 video game soundtrack. The momentum continued with the 2023 1997 EP on Headroom Records, and further with high-impact singles like “Nasty” and “Brat” in 2024, both spotlighted by Mixmag as Tracks of the Year (So Far). With growing industry support from names such as Pete Tong, Arielle Free, Sarah Story, Jaguar (BBC Radio 1 “Dancefloor Moment”), and BBC Radio Scotland’s Artist in Focus, J Wax’s reach continues to expand. He’s been championed by leading figures including Peggy Gou, Interplanetary Criminal, Main Phase, DJ Seinfeld, and Job Jobse. In 2025, J Wax made his international debut with performances in Japan, Belgium, and Ireland. He also had records out on Insomniac’s HARD Recs and PRESSURE, while placing his main emphasis on building his own imprint. 2026 is set to be a defining year, with an extensive run of releases across his imprint and numerous labels. In February 2026, J Wax marked two major milestones: his debut Berlin show and a HÖR session, signalling a strong trajectory for the year ahead.