From Demo to Deal: How “Buen Flow” Landed on Protocol in Just 24 Hours
Breaking into the electronic music industry can be a long and unpredictable journey, but for Javi Torres and KALMA, it happened almost overnight. Their track “Buen Flow” was signed by Protocol Recordings just 24 hours after joining LabelRadar, proving that sometimes, the right platform can make all the difference.

Breaking into the electronic music scene can often be a long and arduous journey, requiring relentless networking and countless demo submissions. However, for Spanish DJ and producer Javi Torres and his collaborator KALMA, the road to success was astonishingly swift. Within only 24 hours of Protocol Lab joining LabelRadar, they discovered “Buen Flow” and quickly signed it to their esteemed label.
“Buen Flow” is a track designed for the dancefloor. Javi Torres, a DJ from Seville (Spain), is known for his high-energy sets that merge urban and electronic elements, amplified by his signature “Percussion Live” show. With over 16 years of experience playing across Spain, Latin America, Dubai, Turkey, and Morocco, Torres brings a wealth of global influence to his productions.
“The overall production quality of demos we receive on LabelRadar is really high,” Protocol’s A&R team notes. “‘Buen Flow’ captured our attention immediately. The production quality that Javi Torres and KALMA delivered was top-notch, and the track was incredibly creative. We’re always excited to discover such talented artists through LabelRadar.”
For aspiring producers, Javi Torres and KALMA’s success story is a testament to the power of platforms like LabelRadar. Gone are the days of sending cold emails and waiting months for a response. As major labels continue embracing digital innovation, fresh talent has more opportunities than ever to break through.
“At Protocol, we’re always on the lookout for talented new artists to work with,” shares the label’s A&R team. “Since launching the label 13 years ago, we’ve served as both a talent pool and a stepping stone for emerging artists. With LabelRadar, we can connect with both new and established talent while streamlining our demo submission process.”