Dave Leck Returns With Circular on Magnetic, Keeping The Vibes High And His Momentum Higher

After making his debut earlier this year with Floodgate, Dave Leck returns to Magnetic Magazine Recordings with a follow-up that pushes his signature sound even further. Circular is out now, and it brings back all the hallmarks of what made Floodgate resonate—layered atmospheres, steady, propulsive grooves—but with a sharper sense of direction and arrangement.

This one feels more refined.

There’s a tighter grip on the pacing, and a clearer through-line from intro to payoff. You can tell Dave’s been honing his process. The pads are still wide, the drums still have that progressive backbone, but the melodic elements cut through in a way that feels more deliberate this time. He’s not trying to reinvent anything—he’s doubling down on the traits that make his tracks personal. Circular leans into that introspective, late-night feeling without becoming too ambient or abstract.

For those who read his last interview, the continuity is clear. Dave talked about making music outside the pressure of trends, focusing instead on longevity and depth. He’s doing exactly that. While the track feels fully club-ready, you can also hear that sense of restraint—a trust in atmosphere, space, and patient builds rather than needing to over-explain every moment.

It’s also a rare example of someone building a catalog without rushing. Dave’s approach—slow, intentional, and centered on improving from one track to the next—is exactly what’s missing in a lot of modern releases. With Circular, there’s no gimmick or storyline. It’s a track that speaks for itself.

And if Floodgate was the moment where we got introduced to what Dave’s working with, Circular is the one where you see the blueprint forming. It’s not about novelty. It’s about staying locked into a sound that feels honest, and letting the long-term arc of progress do the talking.

We’re excited to have him back. Stream Circular below and keep an eye out—this is shaping up to be a project worth following.