Long regarded as one of Cape Town’s most assured deep house producers, Dwson boasts a discography shaped by self-actualization and unfailing depth. Where the two albums that precede Nothing to Lose—2024’s Was It Really Worth It and Jewels—are marked by lyrical restraint, the 16 tracks herein are a declaration of abundance, the dialect of each surfacing naturally without ever feeling ornamental or estranged. The producer centers vocalists of various textures and lineages for vibes that feel both familiar and foreign, and yet perfectly at home. Neo-soul artist Liv East conjures deep house’s founding chapters on “Riptide,” while Ammo Moses his brings charged falsettos to “Lay Low.” Ziyon (one half of revered duo Liquideep) lends a timelessness to “Selfish,” while Lusanda’s appearance on “Sense” reflects a forward-facing chapter, the singer’s quietly radical R&B sensibility adrift on Dwson’s fluid, uncluttered production. The recurring presence of up-and-coming Cape Town artist Unwnd deepens the album’s sense of home. Their ongoing collaboration feels conversational, echoing shared reference points and a mutual understanding of the city’s sonic languages. That arc comes into focus on “Oh My Love,” where soul staple Brandon Dhludhlu keeps pace with the legendary Luther Vandross’ vocal authority alongside late South African producer Poizen. It is here that Dwson’s vision crystallizes, the producer asserting that the best house is the kind that has the people you love in it.