Rules

Rules is bringing the US WEST COAST TOUR 2026 to The Independent in San Francisco on September 10th, 2026!

ABOUT RULES: Electronic music artist Rules (Derbyshire, UK) is known for his warm, immersive sound, drawing deep appreciation and influence from classic house music. His signature blend of synth-fuelled nostalgia and soulful melodies has struck a powerful chord with a global audience, garnering significant global streaming support while building a fast-growing following across platforms. His viral unofficial edits and bootlegs have earned widespread underground acclaim. With a knack for reimagining the familiar, Rules has created a slew of edits of timeless classics such as “Teardrops”, “Wish I Didn’t Miss You” and “Get Down Saturday Night”, receiving credible support from tastemakers including Tiesto, Martin Garrix and Don Diablo.

He has collaborated with the likes of Diplo, Clementine Douglas, Elderbrook, Stevie Appleton and Poppy Baskcomb, and remixed Gregory Porter’s “Holding On” to mark the 10th anniversary of Porter’s album Take Me To The Alley. His debut EP As Soon As I Get Home was released May 29th (Counter Records/Ninja Tune). Rules sold out his debut live show at Corsica Studios and has completed multiple tours including support dates and headline runs. Rules stands at the forefront of a new wave of electronic producers infusing dance music with sincerity and emotion; his visuals, music and messaging form a carefully curated world that feels warm, uplifting and rooted in feeling.