“This track came together so easily and it bangs.” – Eats Everything
“I’ve been raving to Eats for half my life and I’m gassed to finally get a tune in with this absolute legend in the game” – Gardna
Eats Everything links with rapper Gardna for a UKG-inspired ode to the rave & announces his huge January residency at XOYO
Eats Everything kicks off 2025 in a big way, teaming up with fellow Bristolian Gardna on the new single, ‘Side By Side’, a record that perfectly encapsulates the essence of UK club culture. Bridging the gap between house and garage and given that MC swagger thanks to Gardna’s cheeky inimitable vocals, the track–out on January 10th–is the ultimate tribute to UK dancefloors and warehouse parties.
Bristol’s music scene, defined by its sound system roots and multigenre approach to parties and collaboration, has always been at the heart of both Eats Everything and Gardna’s output, making this an inevitable collab. As stalwarts and advocates of their city, the pair deliver everything you’d expect and more with this track. Gardna’s lyrics, opening with “See me on the dancefloor, see me in the rave…,” perfectly capture the vibrant spirit of UK dancefloors and legendary warehouse parties, so it was fitting that the duo debuted the track at Manchester’s iconic Warehouse Project and then London’s DRUMSHEDS in November, where Eats went back-to-back with UKG icon MJ Cole.
Gardna:
“‘Side By Side’ to me is Bristol coming together. Two worlds colliding and taking it to a whole new dimension. I’ve been raving to Eats for half my life, and I’m gassed to finally get a tune in with this absolute legend in the game. We both love representing our city, so the process was seamless.”
Eats Everything:
“Any chance I get to hook up with a talented geezer from the greatest city in the world, Bristol, then I’m there quicker than you can say dodecahedron. This track came together so easily and so nicely, and it bangs.”
‘Side By Side’ channels pure fun with Eats blending an organ melody, a bouncy UKG/house rhythm, and a playful bassline. Gardna’s lyrics, packed with charm and humour, bring the track to life, capturing the wild energy of life on the road.
‘Side By Side’ follows Eats’s recent single ‘Upside Down’, a long-awaited Niles Rodgers-approved edit of a Diana Ross disco classic. As an unreleased ID, the track took on a life of its own, becoming a sought-after secret weapon for the biggest names in dance music, including Dom Dolla, Chris Lake, and Groove Armada. With the blessing of the original writers, Nile Rodgers and Bernard Edwards, Eats was able to release the track officially in November. It’s since been a mainstay in the Beatport Top 10, a Radio 1 Hottest Record, and features in the biggest dance playlists on Spotify and Apple Music, Mint and DanceXL, respectively. The track also featured on BBC 1’s Match Of The Day (avg. 4M viewers).
On January 11th, Eats will kick off his massive XOYO residency in London, taking place every Saturday until February 1st. Each night has been carefully curated, as he brings in some of the most exciting names in dance music. Week 1, Eats x Trade, features Andy Farley, Bryony Masters, Smokin Jo, Sharp Boys, Chester Hayes, and Tedesco. Week 2 welcomes Chambray, Catz n Dogz, and Lily McKenzie. Week 3 highlights UKG pioneer MJ Cole, alongside exciting new names Dr Dubplate, Storm Mollison, and CJC. Week 4 sees Eats Everything playing all night long in the main room, with Kimbros in Room 2.
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About Eats Everything:
Hailing from Bristol’s vibrant music scene, Eats Everything, aka Dan Pearce, has become an internationally renowned artist and pillar of UK dance music. Since his 2011 breakout track, ‘Entrance Song’, Dan has maintained a prolific output, blending house, techno, disco, garage, and jungle into an ever-evolving repertoire.
His discography includes hits like ‘Miss Honey’, ‘All The Ladies’ (with Fatboy Slim), and his remix of Jessie Ware’s ‘Free Yourself’. Founder of Edible and EI8HT labels, Eats champions quality house, respecting his 90’s rave roots and groove-heavy techno while supporting rising talent.
Passionate and down-to-earth, he remains a true ambassador of rave culture, uniting dancefloors worldwide.
About Gardna:
MC/DJ Gardna stands as a leading voice in UK dub and sound system culture, blending sharp lyricism with reggae, dub, and drum & bass influences. Emerging from Bristol’s vibrant music scene, he’s known for hits like ‘On Road’, ‘My Show,’ and Mungo’s Hi Fi’s ‘Back In The Dayz’. His acclaimed 2019 album Good Time Not A Long Time cemented his status, while collaborations with Gentleman’s Dub Club, Catching Cairo, and Kreed showcase his dynamic artistry. Rooted in the communal energy of sound system culture, Gardna’s music embodies unity and high-energy vibes, making him a standout figure in modern UK underground music.
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