Phat Phil Cooper

23/06/2026

NuNorthern Soul turns 15 in 2027, which feels slightly mad to say out loud.

What began in 2012 has grown into far more than a record label. It is a home for the music I believe in, the artists I want people to hear, and the wider world that sits around it.

Alongside the releases, there are mixes, interviews, stories from the label, blog posts, travel pieces and the NuNorthern Soul vlogs from Ibiza and further afield.

There is a lot happening as we head towards that milestone, with new music, forthcoming projects, fresh content and plenty still to discover.

Have a look around the site, explore the catalogue, read the blog, watch the vlogs and see what connects with you.

NuNorthern Soul is a Balearic record label founded by Phat Phil Cooper, releasing timeless music inspired by Ibiza and beyond. Explore releases, mixes & stories.

22/06/2026

This weeks audio adventures across the Island.

15/06/2026

Island audio excursions at the mid point of the year.

13/06/2026

Some music I was playing from way back then!!!

11/06/2026

Lonely Deckchair arrives on vinyl and digital on 24th July.

A deeply personal album built from memory, family holidays, childhood wonder and the pull of returning to a place that never really leaves you.

The story begins in Aguadulce, Spain, where Lonely Deckchair returned as an adult with his own children to the same coastal spot he visited as a kid with his mum, dad and brother. The album is full of those full-circle moments: old beaches, family snapshots, sunlit roads, faded memories, children’s voices, guitars drifting backwards, soft electronics, field recordings and little details that feel like they’ve been lifted from an old Super 8 film.

It’s sentimental. Proudly so.

And the Balearic world seems to be feeling it too.

Early love and support has come from Nick Warren, Max Essa, Pete Herbert, Andy Wilson, Simon Lee [Faze Action], Steve Optix, Andy Pye, Sam Bagg [S / A / M], Bill Brewster, Mark Broadbent, Neil Diablo, Ravin [Buddha Bar], Dicky Trisco, Lady Flic and more.

Nick Warren called it “lovely laid back vibes”.
Max Essa said, “Wonderful music all the way, love it!”
Simon Lee described Warren’s Apology as “pure Balearic bliss”.
Pete Herbert called it “right on cue for summer”.
Andy Wilson [IBIZA SONICA RADIO] said it “will sound great in the sunshine”.

Across the album, Lonely Deckchair moves through warm guitars, tape-treated memories, Andalusian touches, gentle percussion, shoegaze shimmer, Balearic drift and seaside nostalgia. It’s music for first kisses, family holidays, last nights away, ferry rides home, and those strange little moments that stay with you longer than you expect.

The full album also comes with extensive sleeve notes by Dr Rob of Ban Ban Ton Ton, who captures the emotional heart of the record beautifully.

Lonely Deckchair.
Vinyl and digital.
24th July.
NuNorthern Soul.

Pre-order now:

10 track album

08/06/2026

More Island audio adventures.

If you are on the Island pop and say hola.

05/06/2026

I had a proper moment when I dropped this at Hostal La Torre San Antonio on Wednesday evening at my Sunset DJ session.

The right track for right now!!!

Lyrics that count and music that oozes positivity.

So much amazing music can slip through the cracks, this should one certainly shouldn't!!!

Big up Chris Coco for putting this out to the world!!!

from the album Coco De La Isla Remixes

04/06/2026

To counter the aggro rhythms I am going to share a few tracks that I am playing currently and getting good reaction...

First up is Fats Gaines Band feat. Zorina - For Your Love (Neil Diablo Edit)

Sublime Soul turnout.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KdmblIxPsAc

Bandcamp link in comments.

https://neildiablo.bandcamp.com/album/singles-collection

31/05/2026

If you are on the Island this week, you can find me out and about.