Friction lands back in the Ribble Valley on the 13th June at Alta for our
1-year anniversary. This is going to be special! Our biggest events to
date with 2 headliners alongside a stacked lineup of local talent. Our
biggest production yet with a full club takeover from Friction for a more immersive and intimate atmosphere.
Jaeko – Leeds-based DJ and producer Jaeko is shaping a sound that blends deep, rolling basslines with emotional synths and infectious vocal cuts-designed for the underground but made to last. His sets bring high energy with a melodic edge, locking in crowds across the UK’s most respected venues.
He’s already made waves with club appearances at The Warehouse Project, Mint Warehouse, Mint Festival, fabric, and a surprise set at Eden in Ibiza last year, with lots more on the horizon. His productions are starting to resonate beyond the booth too—his recent tracks saw plays at UNVRS, Amnesia Ibiza, and Extended at Progress Centre, proving his sound hits on an international level. Having shared the booth with names like ALISHA, Gaskin, Watchers and more, Jaeko is fast becoming a name to know in the UK’s new wave of underground talent.
Dan White – born in Manchester in 1999, Dan White is a rising force in the UK’s underground house scene. Known for his high-energy sets that fuse deep house roots with minimal undertones, his tracks have garnered support from industry heavyweights such as Joseph Capriati, HotSince82, Alisha, Wheats, Obskur, Micah Baxter, Jentzen, Watchers, and Mason Talbot. Dan has performed at renowned venues and festivals, including Liverpool’s Invisible Wind Factory Hangar34, Wav, Williamson Tunnels, Mint Festival, and 24KitchenStreet. His dynamic performances have solidified his reputation as a must-see act on the circuit. With a commitment to pushing sonic boundaries, Dan White continues to evolve his artistry, delivering his signature sound and curating exciting DJ sets.
Ciaran Heaney – Ciaran is a DJ and producer from the north west. His unique blend of house, tech/ minimal, and garage brings people with all tastes to the dance floor. After starting djing in lockdown, his love for music and mixing has only grown stronger, playing in well-known clubs across the north west and also venturing overseas to Portugal. Influenced by the likes of Soul Mass Transit System, Bullet Tooth, James Poole, and CASSIMM, his seamless transitions and track selection have seen him recently supporting Darius Syrossian, Judge Jules Jess Bays, J Mattin, and Pyralis. Starting Friction, Ciaran looks to build a brand that supports local up and coming djs and put on a show that people are bound to fall in love with. After a successful 2025, the Friction name is gaining traction quickly, and this next event is not one to be missed
Joe Allen – Hailing from the North West of England, Joe Allen is a DJ and producer steadily carving out a name in the underground house music scene. Though still early in his journey, his sound—defined by groove-heavy rhythms, punchy drum work, and a nod to classic house, breaks, and breakbeat influences—is already turning heads among tastemakers and listeners alike. His tracks have been supported by a wide range of artists, from Jamie Jones at UNVRS to Girls Don’t Sync’s BBC R1 Essential Mix, among many others. Drawing inspiration from the raw energy of retro house as well as a wide range of influences across electronic music, Joe brings a fresh yet familiar approach to the dancefloor. With a growing presence behind the decks and a developing catalog of tracks, there’s a sense of momentum building—one that hints at exciting things to come.
Clexry – Blending house and garage with his own laid-back style, Clexry is a DJ and producer starting to make his mark. Known for smooth selections and good energy behind the decks, he’s recently supported artists like Gaskin, Dxnby, Gigsta, Alisha, Jamback, Ryan Resso, and Stef Davidse. His tracks have been played at events such as You&Me at The Warehouse Project and downloaded by some of the biggest names in the scene. With a love for underground sounds, Clexry is just getting started.
Kace Lou – Kace is a selector from Preston who has been spinning for about a year and half now and is already making her mark in the electronic music scene. Kace is widely known for her 90’s & Hip Hop inspired techy sounds that rock the dancefloor all night long, which the city of Manchester can definitely vouch for, playing for respected events like @sonicpulsemcr & @tripmcr, supporting the likes of @watchers.uk & @hiddevanwee Her unique & groovy selections have also won her some huge dj competitions this past year, winning the @spheresessions comp to support @goosey_ & the @beatport comp to play at the one and only @creamfieldsofficial last summer! There is absolutely no sign of slowing down in 2026 from Kace as the big gigs keep on coming, over the next few months she’ll be supporting @scott.steer in Blackpool, @flexukkkk in Manchester & going international, making her @eden_ibiza debut. So be sure to keep an eye on Kace Lou this year as big things are happening!