At Rekordshop, we’re proud to platform and celebrate rising voices who are forging the future of sound, style, and digital culture. As part of our RekordRoom, we connected with two sonic trailblazers who are turning their artistic vision into reality, right from the heart of the Midlands: Joutema and Dracoist.

Through their music, they each embody what Rekordshop stands for — raw creativity, digital-age authenticity, and a deep commitment to the underground community. They recently joined us on our Rekordshop Podcast to share their journeys, offer guidance, and reflect on the power of spaces like Rekordshop in amplifying new waves.

Meet Joutema: Crafting Hypnotic Waves from the Midlands

“I’m just trying to bring my own wave to the scene, something that feels new but real.”

Joutema is an artist crafting immersive, atmospheric soundscapes from his base in the Midlands. Heavily influenced by the psychedelic and melodic rage of pioneers like Yeat and Lil Uzi Vert, Joutema builds tracks that are both chaotic and beautifully structured. His music isn’t just a listen; it’s an experience—a wave of pulsating 808s and ethereal melodies that feels fresh, futuristic, and uniquely his own.

He represents a generation of artists who are global in sound but are now putting their own twist on the Midlands, proving you don’t have to be in a cultural capital to create cutting-edge art.

🎶 Dive into Joutema’s world:
Instagram | Spotify

Meet Dracoist: The Architect of the Underground’s Dark Melodies

“It’s about that vibe. If it makes you feel something, I’ve done my job.”

If Joutema brings the wave, then Dracoist brings the storm. From the same vibrant scene, Dracoist’s sound is grittier and more minimalist, leaning into the dark, hypnotic aesthetics pioneered by artists like Destroy Lonely. With a focus on hard-hitting beats, ad-lib-heavy flows, and a confident, trailing delivery, Dracoist creates an intense and captivating vibe. His music is the soundtrack of late-night drives and underground sessions, full of raw energy and ambition.

Together, Joutema and Dracoist exemplify the diverse and potent sounds emerging from the new school, showing two distinct paths within the same innovative movement.

🎶 Dive into Dracoist’s world:
Instagram | Spotify

Rekordshop Podcast: RekordRoom Edition

As part of our ongoing Community of Practice series, we invited Joutema and Dracoist to join us on the Rekordshop Podcast — an open, honest, and inspiring conversation about finding your sound, building a buzz, and the importance of community in a digital world.

In this essential episode, they share:

• How their different influences (Yeat/Uzi vs. Destroy Lonely) create their unique styles.

• The reality of building a music career from the Midlands and putting your city on the map.

• Practical advice for aspiring artists on production, promotion, and staying consistent.

• Why digital communities like Rekordshop are crucial for connecting with like-minded creators and industry minds.

🎧 Listen to the full episode here:
👉 Rekordshop Podcast — Joutema & Dracoist (The New Wave Edition)

Final Words

Joutema and Dracoist are living proof that the next big sound can come from anywhere. Their stories show how passion, a unique perspective, and access to a supportive community can intersect to create a powerful new movement in music.

At Rekordshop, we’re honored to be a space where artists like them can connect, grow, and thrive. This is what we mean by having direct access to the creators shaping tomorrow.

Want to get involved?
Stay connected via our socials, join the next event, or share your story. This community is for you.

📲 Follow the movement:
@rekordshop.uk
@joutema
@dracoist