Liverpool-based DJ and producer Bontan has returned to Jamie Jones’ Hot Creations with ‘Talking Slow’, a new tech house single released on October 23, 2026. Arriving after a busy international touring season, the production marks his third release on the influential British label and continues a longstanding connection with the Hot Creations and Paradise communities.

British electronic music producer Bontan is returning to one of the record labels closely connected to his career.

On October 23, the Liverpool artist officially released Talking Slow through Hot Creations, the influential electronic music imprint founded by Jamie Jones and Lee Foss.

The single follows a series of international performances and releases that have strengthened Bontan’s position within contemporary house music.

Known for his percussion-focused productions and ability to combine different rhythmic influences, Bontan continues exploring the relationship between underground club culture and contemporary electronic production.

His latest release marks another chapter in a professional relationship that extends back nearly a decade.

‘Talking Slow’: A Vocal-Driven Tech House Production

The new track combines a restrained rhythmic arrangement with prominent vocal elements.

According to the official Hot Creations announcement, Talking Slow is built around crisp percussion, a carefully controlled groove and a vocal hook that forms the center of the production.

Rather than relying on an overly complex arrangement, Bontan uses the interaction between percussion and vocals to establish the track’s musical character.

The production is classified as Tech House on Beatport.

Running at 124 BPM in F minor, the original mix has a duration of six minutes and 46 seconds.

The track is released under catalogue number HOTC289.

Its extended structure provides space for the rhythmic and vocal elements to develop, following an approach commonly associated with underground house music.

Hot Creations has also revealed that Jamie Jones repeatedly played the unreleased track throughout the summer.

That early support helped introduce the production to audiences before its official release.

Bontan’s History With Hot Creations

The release represents Bontan’s third appearance on Hot Creations.

His relationship with the label began in 2017 with The First Time EP.

The project introduced his music to the imprint’s international audience, establishing an early connection with Jamie Jones and the Paradise community.

Five years later, Bontan returned with Gold Teeth in 2022.

The release continued developing his relationship with the label while introducing another interpretation of his musical identity.

Now, Talking Slow extends that history.

The collaboration reflects a continuing creative relationship rather than a first-time partnership.

For independent electronic music producers, maintaining connections with established labels can provide opportunities to reach international DJs and audiences.

Bontan’s repeated appearances on Hot Creations demonstrate that ongoing relationship.

Jamie Jones and the Paradise Connection

Bontan’s career has also been closely associated with Paradise, the internationally recognized event series developed by Jamie Jones.

Paradise has established a presence at some of the world’s best-known electronic music destinations, including Ibiza.

Its events focus on house, tech house and related underground styles, bringing together established international artists and emerging producers.

Bontan has remained a regular performer within the Paradise community, including appearances during the 2026 Ibiza season.

His musical approach, characterized by rhythmic experimentation and groove-driven arrangements, connects closely with the musical direction of these events.

The return to Hot Creations therefore represents more than another release.

It reinforces the relationship between Bontan’s studio productions and the international club events where his music is played.

North Drum and an Expanding Artistic Identity

Alongside releases through established record labels, Bontan has developed his own independent platform.

In 2025, he launched North Drum, a record label designed to reflect his evolving production interests.

The imprint provides another opportunity to explore different sounds while developing his artistic direction outside existing label structures.

His recent recording catalogue demonstrates that flexibility.

In June 2026, he released Don’t Wanna Talk with Ollie BC through North Drum.

The following month, he introduced Blowin’ Up The Spot through No Art, the imprint associated with Dutch electronic music duo ANOTR.

In August, Bontan contributed an extended edit of Joga alongside RRETT through Club Bad.

He also appeared with Melé and K.O.G on Adesa, released through Defected in September.

These projects demonstrate a musical direction extending across tech house, Afro-influenced house and other club-oriented styles.

Coachella, North American Tours and International Recognition

Bontan’s recent career has also included an extensive touring schedule.

During 2026, the producer completed sold-out North American tour dates and made his debut at Coachella through the festival’s Do LaB stage.

The appearance introduced his performances to another major international festival audience.

His wider career includes multiple No. 1 positions on Beatport and two BBC Radio 1 Essential Mix appearances.

These achievements have helped establish his reputation among international DJs and electronic music listeners.

The producer’s continued activity across different continents reflects the growing connections between underground house music, festival programming and independent labels.

Hot Creations Continues Its Influence on Underground House

Since its foundation, Hot Creations has developed an important role within international house and tech house culture.

The label’s catalogue includes productions from artists representing different interpretations of contemporary club music.

Its close relationship with Paradise has also connected recorded music with international events and DJ performances.

For Bontan, returning to the imprint provides another opportunity to introduce his productions through an established platform.

The release of Talking Slow reinforces the connection between the artist’s independent creative direction and the international house community surrounding Hot Creations.

A New Release After the Summer Festival Season

Arriving shortly after Amsterdam Dance Event, Talking Slow enters the autumn club season as another addition to Bontan’s discography.

The production follows a year of international touring, collaborations and releases through multiple record labels.

Its combination of percussion, vocals and groove-driven arrangements continues the musical approach that has helped establish Bontan within the electronic music industry.

For Hot Creations, the single also represents the return of an artist whose relationship with the imprint stretches back to 2017.

Bontan’s ‘Talking Slow’ is available now through Hot Creations, released October 23, 2026, under catalogue number HOTC289.