Global Underground: 30 Years of Mix History Discussed
· re:union Radio editorial · 1 min read
In an interview, Andy Horsfield reflects on 30 years of Global Underground, discussing the City Series, Nubreed, and the release THIRTY.
In an interview with Decoded Magazine, founder Andy Horsfield reflected on three decades of Global Underground. Founded by Horsfield and James Todd in Newcastle upon Tyne in 1996, the label launched on 11 November 1996 with Tony De Vit's GU001 Tel Aviv. The concept combined DJ mixes with impressions from different cities, accompanied by photography from Dean Belcher and sleeve notes by Dom Phillips.
Retrospective and Releases
The City Series reached its 49th edition in May 2026 with GU49 Dublin by Deep Dish. Following industry shifts and corporate reorganisations, Horsfield fully reclaimed ownership of the label in 2015. Alongside the City Series, the imprint recently released the compilation THIRTY, featuring 30 tracks from 30 artists, which sold out on vinyl prior to release.
Return of Nubreed
Following an eight-year hiatus, the Nubreed series is also making a return. On 4 December 2026, the 13th edition will be released, mixed by San Francisco-based Spencer Brown. The set features 51 tracks across two discs and runs for over two hours. A world tour has been announced for late 2026 and early 2027.
Source: Decoded Magazine
