Dam Swindle

Dam Swindle (formerly known as Detroit Swindle) are a tech-house/house duo hailing from Amsterdam, Netherlands. Composed of producers Lars Dales and Maarten Smeets, the pair have carved out a unique niche in the global house music scene with their soulful, groove-laden take on tech-house and deep house. Since their debut in 2011, Dam Swindle have built a reputation for blending classic Detroit influences with funk, disco, and Afrobeat elements, creating tracks that are as rhythmically compelling as they are emotionally rich. Their discography boasts releases on respected labels like Heist Recordings—their own imprint—Freerange, Dirt Crew, and Classic Music Company. Known for hits like "The Break Up" (2022), "64 Ways" (featuring Mayer Hawthorne), and "Allright (We'll Be)", their sound consistently pushes boundaries while keeping dancefloors moving. Renowned for their energetic and genre-spanning DJ sets, Dam Swindle have played iconic venues and festivals worldwide, from Berlin’s Panorama Bar to Glastonbury and beyond. With a deep respect for the roots of house music and a forward-thinking approach to production, Dam Swindle continue to evolve, inspire, and keep the groove alive with releases like Keep On Swindling Pt. 1 (2022) and 2025's "I Need You."