Insomniac Records Wraps 2024 with an Essential Compilation

Insomniac Records closes out 2024 with a compilation that shows exactly why they’ve become such a force in electronic music. Their 25-track ‘Best of’ collection captures what the label does best: releasing music that works both on massive festival stages and in intimate clubs.

BLOND:ISH’s “Never Walk Alone” stands out as a perfect example. The track pairs Steve Appleton’s vocals with a groove that’s helped it rack up 17 million Spotify streams and land coverage from BBC Radio 1 to KISS FM. HUGEL and Diplo’s “Forever” brings similar crossover appeal, topping Beatport’s Afro House chart while finding its way into Billboard and Mixmag.

The label’s grown beyond its original scope too. Their new publishing division and studio complex at Insomniac HQ point to bigger ambitions. Between the main imprint and sub-labels like Factory93 and HARD Records, they’ve put out over 700 tracks this year from artists spanning the electronic spectrum – from Boys Noize’s raw techno to Miss Monique’s progressive house.

Their festival presence has expanded naturally, with label stages at EDC Vegas, Beyond Wonderland, and even their cruise festival EDSea. The Discovery Project keeps feeding new talent into the pipeline, with artists like Illenium and Seven Lions helping judge the next generation.

Insomniac Records has built something solid here – a label that can push both streaming hits and underground heaters without losing its grip on either.

That’s harder than it looks.

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