Kasbï & Giannni Select Their Dance Floor Essentials

For brothers Kasbï and Giannni, great dance music is about more than peak-time moments. It is about creating a journey.
As co-founders of Blue Iris Records, the French duo have built their careers around emotionally driven electronic music that blends melodic storytelling, organic instrumentation, and dancefloor energy. From performances across Ibiza, Mykonos, Saint Barth, and Saint-Tropez to sharing stages with artists such as RÜFÜS DU SOL, BLOND:ISH, and Carlita, both artists have developed a sound shaped by travel, culture, and a deep connection to rhythm.
That ethos is on full display in Kasbï’s upcoming single, “Astral,” arriving July 7 via Blue Iris Records. The release captures the label’s signature blend of melodic house, organic textures, and cinematic emotion, offering another glimpse into the musical world that Kasbï and Giannni continue to cultivate together.
Ahead of the release, the brothers share a selection of tracks currently inspiring their sets: records that balance groove, melody, and atmosphere, while embodying the sound that has become synonymous with the Blue Iris aesthetic.
"Zaman" is built around a powerful bassline that immediately takes hold of the dance floor, while a stunning guitar melody performed by a Moroccan musician friend adds warmth, soul and emotion. Just when the track feels like it has reached its peak, it opens into a second wave of energy, creating a unique double-drop effect that keeps building tension and excitement right through to the final moments.
This one is pure groove. The unexpected pause before the main melody drops always catches people off guard and instantly grabs the crowd's attention. It's one of those tracks that creates anticipation in the room and makes the payoff even more powerful.
A perfect balance between melody and power. The emotional synth work meets a driving lead, while the vocal ties everything together beautifully. It's the kind of record that raises the energy in a set without giving everything away, making it the perfect bridge before moving into heavier territory.
This track is proof that simplicity can be incredibly powerful. The evolving lead melody carries so much emotion with very few elements, creating a hypnotic atmosphere that draws people in and leaves them wanting more. It's the kind of record that prepares a dance floor for the next chapter of a set.
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