Soma Records turns 35 years old this year, and the label is marking the occasion with a new remix series that revisits key releases from its extensive catalogue.
The anniversary project, entitled ‘SOMA35’, will be released across a series of vinyl and digital EPs, with the first EP, SOMA 35.1, also marking the label’s 700th release.
Set for release digitally on 27 June, followed by a vinyl release on 24 July, the EP features two remixes of Slam’s track Vapour, by Mark Broom and FJAAK, while Vril and Linear Phase provide new takes on Slam’s track Program.
Soma records was founded in Glasgow in 1991 by electronic music duo Slam – Stuart McMillan and Orde Meikle – alongside Dave Clarke, Glenn Gibbons, Nigel Hirst and Jim Muotune.
“Back in 1991, in the early days of Soma in a dank Glasgow basement, we could never have imagined that the record label we started would still be alive and kicking in 2026,” Gibbons commented. “Soma has gone through many different iterations over the years, working with and championing hundreds of artists, but the original idea has always remained the same – to release quality electronic music that moves us.
“To celebrate 35 years, we invited some of our favourite producers to remix tracks from across the Soma catalogue that resonate with them personally. We’ve been blown away by the results and can’t wait for the project to be heard. Soma 35 and still alive!”
The forthcoming SOMA35 series, which will span six vinyl releases and digital editions, will include contributions from artists such as Surgeon, Oscar Mulero, Luke Slater, Carl Craig, Lewis Fautzi, Nørbak, Phil Berg, Phara, Lindsey Herbert, Nastia Reigel and Justyn Nell.
As the label noted, it will feature Soma classic tracks, along with ‘some curveballs thrown in for good measure’.
“Soma Records was born out of a need to create a platform for our own productions,” Slam added. “Starting an independent label felt like the natural progression. We had all grown up listening to post-punk during our formative years, when independent labels such as Factory Records in Manchester and Postcard Records in Glasgow played a hugely influential role, alongside many others throughout the UK.
“At that time, there was little representation from independent labels dedicated solely to electronic music in the UK. We were drawn to the raw aesthetic and DIY ethos of labels emerging from the US, particularly from Detroit and Chicago. It therefore felt natural to channel that spirit into our own vision for Soma Records.”
Slam are celebrating the 35th anniversary of the label with a series of festival and club appearances over the summer, including a performance at TRNSMT Festival in Glasgow, Closer Festival in Livno and Houghton Festival.
SOMA 35.1 can be pre-ordered here.