With “What U Gonna Do,” Raffi Habel and Dread MC contribute a new Tech House release to the Palmlands Records catalog, continuing the label’s steady focus on club-ready music built for real dancefloors. The track combines rolling percussion, a driven low-end and a distinctive vocal approach into a groove-focused record designed for late-hour sets and focused club environments. It is another step in the ongoing exchange between artists and label that shapes the Palmlands sound.
From the opening bars, “What U Gonna Do” establishes a tight rhythmic framework. The percussion is steady and controlled, the bassline remains present without overwhelming the mix, and the arrangement leaves space for DJs to work with tension and flow. Dread MC’s vocal is integrated directly into the groove, adding character and attitude without shifting the focus away from the floor. The result is a Tech House track that stays functional, direct and built for long sets rather than short moments.
A Tech House Production Shaped for the Floor
The structure of “What U Gonna Do” follows a clear club logic. Instead of relying on big breakdowns or short-lived effects, the track develops through pressure and repetition. The groove remains consistent, allowing DJs to maintain control of energy across longer transitions. The low end is firm and physical, while the mid-range stays open enough to keep the mix transparent on larger systems.
This production approach aligns closely with the sound Palmlands Records has been shaping over the years: Tech House that works in real environments, where sound systems, rooms and crowds define how a track truly performs. “What U Gonna Do” fits naturally into this context as a tool for late-night sets and concentrated floors.
Dread MC – Vocal Character Within a Club Framework
On “What U Gonna Do,” Dread MC provides the vocal element that gives the track its recognizable character. His delivery is direct and rhythmically precise, built to interact with the groove rather than dominate it. The vocal functions as an additional rhythmic element within the arrangement, reinforcing the forward motion of the track.
Dread MC’s experience across different areas of underground dance music is reflected in his controlled phrasing and sense of timing. Within the Palmlands Records context, his contribution strengthens the track’s identity without shifting the balance away from the core focus on the dancefloor. The collaboration feels integrated, not feature-driven, keeping the record grounded in Tech House functionality.
Raffi Habel – Part of the Ongoing Palmlands Sound
Raffi Habel has already contributed multiple releases to the Palmlands Records catalog and continues this connection with “What U Gonna Do.” His productions are characterized by rolling rhythms, bass-driven movement and a direct, floor-oriented approach. Rather than following short-term trends, his sound focuses on groove and functional club structure.
With this new release on Palmlands Records, Raffi Habel once again delivers a Tech House track that reflects both his individual style and the wider musical framework of the label. The production remains controlled and focused on movement rather than spectacle, making it a record that fits seamlessly into the broader Palmlands ecosystem.
A Release That Expands the Palmlands Records Catalog
“What U Gonna Do” adds another club-focused chapter to the growing Palmlands Records catalog. The label’s vision remains centered on releasing Tech House and related club styles that are shaped by real performance environments rather than digital trends. Each release contributes to a broader sound profile that DJs can rely on when building sets across different venues and moods.
This release follows that approach closely. It is not positioned as a crossover record or a one-off experiment, but as a natural extension of the Palmlands sound. The collaboration between Raffi Habel and Dread MC fits into the label’s ongoing work with artists who share a common understanding of groove, pressure and dancefloor dynamics.
Functional Energy for DJs and Clubs
From a DJ perspective, “What U Gonna Do” offers a reliable combination of steady energy and vocal presence. The groove allows for long blends, making the record easy to integrate into extended Tech House sets. The bass remains powerful without masking other elements in the mix, and the vocal adds a layer of tension that helps maintain crowd focus.
The track works especially well during the later hours of a night, when the floor is already engaged and subtle variations in energy become more effective than dramatic shifts. It can support rising intensity without forcing abrupt changes in direction, which makes it a valuable tool for many different set structures.
Tech House with a Subtle UK Influence
While “What U Gonna Do” is clearly rooted in Tech House, the background of both artists brings a subtle UK influence into the overall attitude of the track. This is audible not in genre switches, but in the directness of the groove, the firmness of the low end and the rhythmic phrasing of the vocal.
Combined with the clean, club-oriented production approach that defines Palmlands Records, this results in a track that feels both international and grounded in underground club culture. It is not tied to one specific scene, but open enough to work across many different dancefloor contexts.
Final Words – A New Tech House Addition to Palmlands Records
“What U Gonna Do” by Raffi Habel & Dread MC is a Tech House release built for focused club environments, where groove, pressure and continuity matter most. With its rolling rhythm, steady low end and integrated vocal, the track strengthens the Palmlands Records catalog with another floor-oriented tool for DJs.
It is a release that reflects the shared direction between artists and label: functional club music, shaped for real rooms and real nights.
Out now on Palmlands Records.
Stay on the Beach – and keep the groove moving.
