Launched in the 2000s and dormant for over a decade, Move Recordings returns under the leadership of End-Jy and Igor Vicente. Originally a respected name in Belgium’s underground scene, the label is back with a renewed vision that blends legacy with forward-thinking energy.
Photo credit: End-Jy & Igor Vicente – Official
At the heart of the relaunch is a shared desire to create a space where independent spirit, timeless records, and boundary-free collaboration come together. Born from a reencounter between longtime peers, the new chapter of Move Recordings opens with a fresh commitment to vinyl, young talent, and honest club music.
In this conversation, End-Jy and Igor Vicente open up about their vision, their chemistry as partners, and what to expect from the next wave of releases on Move Recordings.
EG: Move Recordings first made its mark back in the 2000s. What made 2025 feel like the right moment to bring the label back to life?
End-Jy: Recently, we’ve felt a real return to the spirit of independent labels like in the 2000s. This energy and the new musical trends inspired me to bring the label back to life. There had also always been a feeling of something unfinished since we paused the project 15 years ago. 2024 felt like the perfect time to relaunch Move Recordings, because the scene is once again open to creativity, new projects, and a more handcrafted approach to music. Our main objective is to connect the label with the public, networks, and talented artists. In vinyl format but of course, also in digital.
EG: End-Jy, your roots in the Tournai scene and work alongside Marco Bailey gave you a unique vantage point on Belgium’s techno movement. How much of that heritage will feed into this new era of the label?
End-Jy: I started my DJ career in 1995, and that heritage is definitely part of my musical DNA. Growing up in the techno scene at the time and working with someone like Marco Bailey taught me so much about the energy and passion behind Belgian techno. It was also when I started producing alongside my studio partner Dimitri Andreas, learning how to bring emotion into the music we played in clubs. Today, with Move Recordings, I want to keep that spirit alive while giving it a modern twist—embracing new sounds and supporting young artists. And yes, we’re more mature now, with the experience that comes with time. It’s all about honoring the past while looking confidently toward the future.
EG: Igor, how did the connection with End-Jy come about, and what drew you to step in as a partner on the relaunch?
Igor Vicente: I knew Jerome from the past, and his reputation as a great DJ. Last year, we met again at BPM Records in Belgium, where he shared the idea of relaunching Move, something he had already started working on. If you know Jerome, you know he doesn’t like to wait, just like me. So after some reflection (since I never thought I could work with someone as stubborn as I am), I decided to take the leap and join this new adventure. In the end, we’ve become a really strong team, and this is only the beginning!
EG: What’s the sonic and artistic vision you’re setting for Move Recordings in its reborn form? Are you picking up where it left off, or rewriting the script entirely?
End-Jy: With Move Recordings, I would like to strike a balance between heritage and innovation. We want to keep the spirit and energy that made the label strong in its early days, while exploring new sounds and providing a platform for promising young artists. We’re not trying to completely rewrite the script, but rather to enrich it: preserving the soul of the label while adapting it to today’s scene, with a more mature approach and openness to the evolution of electronic music.
Igor Vicente: We’re linking the music of the past with the sound of today, to release the music of the future. Strong on the dance floor, deep in the mind, and timeless. We want our records to last in the bags.
EG: Belgium’s electronic music history runs deep, from New Beat through to today’s club scene. How do you see Move Recordings carving out its place in that continuum now?
End-Jy: Belgium has always been a pioneering force in electronic music, and Move Recordings aims to carry that legacy forward while bringing its own vision. We want to honor this rich history while staying true to quality and creativity. The label seeks to build bridges between past and present, creating music that draws inspiration from this heritage while looking toward the future.
Igor: By releasing the music that makes people want to move, not just jump.
“Authenticity, craziness, connection, love—lots of love—respect, originality, and sometimes a touch of chaos”
EG: The first release always sets the tone. Can you tell us about the debut EP for this new chapter and why it represents the spirit of Move?
End-Jy: For this comeback EP, we wanted something that truly captures the essence of Move Recordings: genuine energy, melodic, danceable, and an approach that reflects both our roots and our current vision. That’s why we decided to re-release ‘MV01 Sitaro’, featuring a brand-new remix by Dimitri Andreas. This project sets the tone for our new chapter while staying faithful to the spirit that has always defined Move.
Igor Vicente: When I joined Move, the MV05 was just released as a re-release from the MV01, and Jerome had already handpicked some amazing original tracks from the Belgian duo By:Them for the MV06. After listening, I felt that a remix from Hermanez would complete the EP, and, as expected, he delivered a top-class remix. On this EP, you can hear a bit of techno, a bit of trance, a touch of deep, and a hint of progressive. Together, the whole record takes you on a journey that truly moves you. That’s the spirit of Move!
EG: In terms of curation, will Move lean towards established names, or do you see it as a space for breaking fresh talent as well?
End-Jy: Clearly, we’re aiming for both. We want to blend new talent with established artists. ‘MV06 – Never Too Old to Dance’, released recently from By:Them, featured an outstanding remix from the renowned Belgian artist Hermanez. MV07 will be produced by Igor Vicente and DkA with ‘Ecstatic’ EP, including a smashing remix by Gregor Tresher. For ‘MV08’, I’ll be taking the lead with ‘Red Alert’ EP, which will feature a remix by Pig & Dan, among others.
Igor Vicente: Both are important, but above all, diversity matters most—bringing together emerging and established artists, creating connections, and giving new names the chance to be heard by everyone. Like a springboard, it’s all about discovering fresh talent and finding the next wave of dope music. That’s what excites us!
EG: Do you imagine Move Recordings staying rooted as a Belgian label, or is the ambition more about reaching outward to the international circuit?
End-Jy: Of course, we are Belgian, and we want to succeed in our own country. But the international scene is also too important. Electronic music should be able to cross borders and has no limits.
Igor Vicente: We don’t have borders. For example, our next record from DkA and me features a remix by the one and only Gregor Tresher, and after that, our friends Pig & Dan are revisiting a classic track from End-Jy.
So, artists from all around the world, send us your demos! We listen to the music, and we don’t give a shit about your social media numbers.
EG: The landscape has completely shifted since the 2000s, from pressing vinyl to algorithm-driven platforms. How do you plan to navigate that while keeping the underground energy alive?
End-Jy: The music world has changed completely, with digital platforms now playing a central role. But we would like to keep the essence of the underground. We aim to use modern tools to reach a wider audience while preserving the authenticity and raw energy that define Move Recordings. It’s all about balance: leveraging digital to share the music, while keeping the vinyl spirit, passion, and quality that form the soul of the label.
Igor Vicente: Good DJs will always find the right music to throw great parties. We stick to authenticity and don’t care about algorithms. I used to say I trust my eyes, but over the years, I’ve learned to close them (especially on Instagram) and trust what I feel and hear.
“It’s all about honoring the past while looking confidently toward the future”
EG: Finally, looking forward: what’s the bigger picture for Move Recordings over the next five years? What do you want the name to stand for in the scene?
End-Jy: A respected label with a source of fresh music.
Igor Vicente: Authenticity, craziness, connection, love—lots of love—respect, originality, and sometimes a touch of chaos. It’s about thinking outside the box, being forward-thinking, and creating a platform where artists and music can thrive freely. We want Move to stand for all of that in the scene: a label that’s alive, unpredictable, and unapologetically real.
By:Them’s ‘MV06 – Never Too Old to Dance’ is out now via Move Recordings. Stream and download here.
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