Our Story

From Brighton’s Underground to the Global Dancefloor

Founded in 2014 in Brighton, UK by Sami Capaldi - Nightshift Records was built from humble beginnings with a clear vision: to champion authentic UK house and techno rooted in groove, depth, and late-night energy.

What started as a small independent project driven by passion for underground music quickly evolved into a respected imprint known for powerful dancefloor records and uncompromising sound design. Born in the basements and after-hours culture of Brighton’s vibrant scene, Nightshift embraced the raw spirit of UK club music - stripped-back, driving, and made for the system.

Nightshift is defined by a balance of underground energy and musical depth - bridging the raw pulse of UK house and techno with the emotional architecture of progressive music.

Our sound spans:

• Rolling UK house grooves
• Driving peak-time techno
• Deep, melodic and progressive house textures
• Hypnotic rhythms balanced with atmospheric detail
• Powerful low-end combined with cinematic progression

Sounds that embrace both the body and the mind.

We believe club records can be functional and emotionally resonant - equally at home in dark warehouse spaces, open-air festival stages, and melodic sunrise sets.

Each release is crafted with DJs in mind, but with a wider sonic journey in focus - music designed not just for peak-time impact, but for storytelling across the night.

Milestones & Support

Over the years, Nightshift Records has grown from a local Brighton imprint into a label with global recognition.

The music has received support from internationally respected artists including:

• Danny Tenaglia
• Sam Paganini
• Joseph Capriati
• Spektre
• Durtysoxxx
• Spartaque

This level of endorsement marked a turning point - taking Nightshift releases from Brighton’s underground scene to international club rotations, festivals, and global DJ sets at places such as Resistence, Awakenings, Amsterdam Dance Event and more.

Nightshift isn’t about hype.
It’s about the music.
The groove.
The feeling it creates - whether that’s a packed dancefloor at 3AM, a sunset set, or a solitary late-night listen on headphones.

From a small seaside city in 2014 to global recognition, our mission has evolved but never wavered: put the music first.

We believe electronic music isn’t confined to a single moment. It can energise a warehouse, soundtrack a festival sunrise, or move you in the quiet in-between hours. Nightshift exists to release records that connect - emotionally, physically, and creatively - at any time of day.

At the heart of the label is a commitment to supporting grassroots artists who are shaping the sounds of tomorrow. We champion producers who push boundaries, who experiment, who refuse to copy trends and instead carve their own path forward.

Nightshift Records stands for:

• Authenticity over algorithms
• Long-term artist development over short-term hype
• Forward-thinking sound design
• A platform for emerging talent with a global mindset

From Brighton’s underground beginnings to an international audience, the ethos remains simple:

Support the future. Respect the craft.
Music for every moment - built to last.