Sammy Alexander Talks 'Unmarked Cash' Release, Featuring Radio Slave

Today, we’re excited to chat with Sammy, the mastermind behind Ezy St. Records. This label is all about pushing creative limits and crafting music that truly connects with people. With a fresh perspective on electronic music, Ezy St. Records isn’t tied to any one genre — it’s a space for bold, soulful, and experimental sounds. Whether it’s emerging talent or established artists, Ezy St. Records is changing the game when it comes to releasing music with real integrity and creativity. Sammy is here to give us the inside scoop on the label’s vision, its highly anticipated debut release featuring Radio Slave and Thomas Gandey, and what it’s really like running a label in today’s fast-moving music world. He’ll also dive into the thriving underground scene in Australia, the gear he swears by in the studio, and the artists who are currently inspiring him. Sammy, thanks so much for joining us today—let’s jump in!

Hi Sammy. Thanks for speaking with us. Tell us about the your new Ezy St. Records the ethos behind it and the artists you can have releasing on it and why?

Ezy St. Records is a project born out of a desire to release music that connects with people on a deeper level—tracks that are funky, fresh, and a little bit off the beaten path. The ethos behind the label is about promoting a sound that doesn’t just fit into a specific genre box but feels vibrant, creative, and emotionally charged. We’re looking to give space to artists who push boundaries and have something unique to offer—whether that’s with techy, groovy beats, soulful melodies, or experimental sounds.

As for the artists, we want to represent the full spectrum of electronic music. Expect a balance of up-and-coming talent and global established names who share a similar ethos and energy. We want to create a platform that fosters collaboration and allows for fresh, diverse voices to come through.

What’s your relationship with Radio Slave and Thomas Gandey and how did they come to be the guests featured on the debut release?

My relationship with Radio Slave (Matt Edwards) and Thomas Gandey goes way back. I’ve been a huge admirer of both of them for years—Matt's work, whether as Radio Slave or under his various aliases, is a huge inspiration, and his versatility as a producer is unparalleled. Thomas is just a brilliant, multi-faceted artist with incredible skill in both production and live performance we have become very close over the years.

When I started Ezy St Records, I knew I wanted to bring in some of the best in the game to help establish the sound and ethos of the label. They were both people I’ve always looked up to, and having them on the debut release just felt right. It also gives the label some serious street cred and sets the tone for what's to come—quality, integrity, and boundary-pushing sounds.

What advice would you give to producers looking to start their own label. What are the difficulties you face day to day with the up keep of a label and keeping it ticking. On the flip, what are the positives in running your own label, what are the joys you get out of such a project?

‍For anyone thinking about starting their own label, the most important piece of advice I can give is to stay true to your vision and don’t rush it. It can be easy to get distracted by trends, but it’s essential to have a long-term focus. Running a label is a marathon, definitely not a sprint.

As for difficulties, the day-to-day upkeep can be challenging—there’s the back-and-forth with artists, logistics, marketing, and the constant balancing act of quality control with keeping things moving forward. But that’s all part of the grind, and it's worth it when you see your artist's work out in the world.

On the positive side, running a label is incredibly rewarding. You get to nurture new talent, create a platform for great music, and build a community around your sound. The joy of seeing a track you’ve put out get love and recognition is unbeatable.

Tell us about the current scene in Australia? It looks as though the underground scene is burgeoning out there. Would you say its changed much? Also audience wise, and if so for better or worse and why?

The underground scene in Australia is definitely booming right now. It’s evolved a lot over the past few years—there’s been a real shift towards more experimental and genre-blurring sounds. The energy is palpable, and the talent is unreal. A lot of it has to do with a younger generation of producers and DJs who are pushing boundaries and exploring new territories in sound.

I’d say the audience is evolving too. There’s a greater appreciation for more complex, experimental stuff, but there's still a strong foundation in the house and techno scenes, which is great. As the scene grows, it’s becoming more inclusive, with more underground events and a real sense of community.

What’s your current studio set up? Any favourite bits of gear or toys you use to get your sound? Also, where do you draw inspiration from before making a track?

My studio is pretty extensive, where do I start haha…. So I run Barefoot monitors, a Genelec sub, an RME sound card, then I’ve got a whole range of synths, drum machines, midis, some of these include the Roland TR-8s, KORG OPSIX synth, UNO Synth Pro, Roland TB-3, Maschine +, Komplete Control full size keyboard & a half size keyboard, a Roland VT-4, and I also have a turntable hooked up where I like to sample my vinyls, plus various mics for vocals.I use Ableton as my DAW because it’s so flexible.

Before making a track, I usually just let my mind wander and get into a zone. It might start with a melody that pops into my head, or a groove I feel, or sometimes it’s just a sound I’ve been vibing on that day. Inspiration comes from everywhere—records, nature, traveling, or just a good conversation.  At the moment I’m feeling very inspired and I’m writing between 1 & 2 tracks every week.

What are you current three essential records? What records are a mainstay in your bag at the moment?

Right now, my three essential records are:

Sweely -Chi-Town Shuffle
Josh Baker – Jam is Pumping
Kolter – Electro Ghetto Funk

What artists have you got your eye on at the moment? Whose inspiring you right now?

There are so many artists out there doing great things right now. I’m particularly excited for Dom Dolla who comes from the same city of as me Melbourne in Australia, he’s doing great all over the globe right now and he’s a super nice lad, I had the pleasure of spending my last birthday in Ibiza with him and his crew at my private villa for the after party after his B2B show with Solomon.  

What’s the upcoming release schedule like on Ezy St Records. What names should we be getting excited about?

The upcoming release schedule on Ezy St. Records is packed with exciting stuff! We’ve got some incredible talent lined up, including some collaborations with artists from across the globe. I don’t want to spoil all the surprises, but expect some deep, groovy house tracks, and some really experimental, boundary-pushing work.  The next few releases include DeWalta, Mike Shannon, GUTI, & Boris Werner to name a few.

I think people should get excited for the unexpected—it’s going to be a real journey

Hope that gives you a good sense of where I’m at with Ezy St. Records and where things are heading. Please give @ezy.st.records a follow on Instagram to see all the upcoming releases rolling out this year!

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