Daytimers’ first full-length release, ‘Alterations’, is out now

UK-based collective Daytimers has released its debut album ‘Alterations’ on July 25.

It’s a 10-track project that gives a new wave of South Asian producers the rare chance to sample and rework iconic tracks from the Sony Music India catalogue.

In partnership with Sony Music India and Relentless Records, the album brings together artists across London, New York, Toronto and beyond to rework South Asian soundtracks through a global club lens.

The release blends classic melodies with styles like jungle, garage, Baile funk and ambient electronics.

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There’s the high-energy bounce of ‘Where’s The Party Tonight’ by Mrii and Zenjah, Baalti’s bass-filled take on A.R. Rahman’s ambiently warm ‘Tere Bina’, while REA’s ‘Dippam Dappam’ reworks a South Indian hit by Anirudh Ravichander.

Also on the tracklist: a new version of ‘Pal’ featuring original vocals from Arijit Singh (one of India’s biggest pop stars and who will soon become the first Indian artist to headline a UK stadium this September), plus Talwiinder’s cult-favourite track ‘Khayaal’ that gets flipped into a genre-defiant cut by K. Monday.

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The album is rooted in Daytimers’ mission to platform South Asian talent and rethink the region’s musical legacy through contemporary club culture.

Founded in 2020, the collective has built a strong reputation for pushing South Asian sounds through club nights, radio shows, and festivals. With ‘Alterations’, they take that vision a step further by using historic samples to create something entirely new.

The album follows live showcases including a sold-out Jazz Cafe residency and Glastonbury debut, and comes with a mini-documentary series spotlighting each contributor that's being rolled out on YouTube.

Listen to and purchase ‘Alterations’ here.

Amira Waworuntu is Mixmag Asia’s Managing Editor, follow her on Instagram.

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