Phat Phil Cooper

23/09/2025

Back in 2020, when the world came to a standstill, I decided to stream music every day on Mixcloud. Alongside the music I shared a simple we**am feed of a near-deserted beach here on the island.

What made it special wasn’t just the sound or the view — it was the people. The chat room turned into a community, with familiar names popping up each day, sharing stories and supporting each other. It felt like a small lifeline at a time when connection was rare.

I’ve written a blog post about that period and included one of the original sessions to revisit. You can read it here >>>

Back in 2020, when the world pressed pause, I was asking myself what role music could play in a moment of global stillness. Clubs were closed, dance floors silent, and the familiar rhythm of daily life was replaced with uncertainty and a strange, collective hush.For me, the answer came in the shape....

21/09/2025

A little heads up… I’ll be slowing down my use of social networks. If you want to stay connected with me and NuNorthern Soul, here’s how to make sure you don’t miss a thing:

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Thanks as always for your support.

19/09/2025

A great interview over on Dream Chimney with James E Burton about his new album, 'The Quiet Rush' on my NuNorthern Soul label which is out now and how Simon Mills - One Half Of Bent connected us.

LINK TO ALBUM IN THE COMMENTS SECTION

https://www.dreamchimney.com/interviews/james-e-burton/

Dream Chimney: Interviews

14/09/2025

New on the blog: my thoughts on how division is used to fuel extremism and fear — from music and football to politics and immigration — and why dialogue and unity are the only real antidotes.

https://www.nunorthernsoul.co.uk/post/division-tribes-and-the-bigger-picture

Phil Cooper reflects on how division and tribalism in music, football, and politics fuel extremism, shape narratives around immigration, and distract from the real concentration of power. A call for unity, dialogue, and communication to break through.

12/09/2025

A little peek behind the curtain…

I’ll be honest — studio work hasn’t always come easy for me. For years I found myself overthinking, second-guessing, and struggling to let ideas flow. But working on this remix with my good friend and fellow Ibiza resident Bernardo Fernandez aka Be.Lanuit was a completely different experience. From the very first session, everything just clicked. The ideas came naturally, the vibe was relaxed, and instead of fighting the process, we just enjoyed it. It honestly reminded me why I fell in love with music in the first place.

We’ve been lucky enough to be invited by Archeo Recordings to remix Sth. Notional’s 1992 Balearic grail Yawn Yawn Yawn for their 10 Year Anniversary Series — a project that celebrates one of the most treasured records in the scene’s history. Our version pulls from dub, dancehall, breakbeat and electro-acoustic textures, weaving together elements of the original mixes into something hypnotic and new.

You can read the full story (including the brilliant write-up by Patrick Ryder) on my blog here:
👉 https://www.nunorthernsoul.co.uk/post/in-the-studio-with-be-lanuit-crafting-a-remix-for-archeo-s-10-year-celebration

And if you’d like to grab a copy, the remix is out now on a very limited run of 100 shocking pink vinyls with insert. Don’t sleep on this one.

All details in the blog link.

I’m really happy to share some news about a new remix I’ve worked on with my friend and fellow Ibiza resident Be.Lanuit for Archeo Recordings’ 10 Year Anniversary Series.

09/09/2025

The Other Side of the Island...

When most people think of Ibiza, they picture big nights, bigger clubs, and the soundtrack that defined a generation of dance-floors. But there’s another rhythm to this island – slower, softer, and rooted in its landscapes, people, and hidden corners.

09/09/2025

https://www.nunorthernsoul.co.uk/post/jilo-mirage-s-colours-nuns072d

One of the joys of running NuNorthern Soul is discovering artists who bring something fresh and heartfelt to the Balearic sound. JILO is one of those.

08/09/2025

03/09/2025

Starting your day in a positive way with this great mix from JILO back to back with his homie DJ Sanza.

JILO has an EP coming out on NuNorthern Soul this Friday, plus a listening session this evening, details here >>> https://jilo-france.bandcamp.com/album/mirages-colours

Enjoy the mix and drop a comment please >>> https://www.mixcloud.com/NuNorthernSoul/nunorthern-soul-all-stars-jilo-b2b-dj-sanza/

Ahead of his MIRAGE'S COLOURS EP release on Friday 5th September JILO presented us with this 'back to back' mix with DJ Sanza who both form part of La Rennes des Voyous. EP Info >> https://jilo-france.bandcamp.com/album/mirages-colours JILO Info >> https://www.instagram.com/jilo_is_groovin La Rennes...

01/09/2025

Another day and another blog post!

One question I get asked a lot is: how did I end up playing at Cream?

29/08/2025

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28/08/2025

Good morning here is some info for those who have just started following me, a recap and update on my NuNorthern Soul labels 2025 releases to date.

NuNorthern Soul’s 2025 releases so far: Yarni, Balaphonic, Summer Selections 5, Visions of Light, Roots Artefact, George Koutalieris and Tambores En Benirras.