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Phiso’s “Dot Code” is Pure Chaos
The not-so-unsung hero of dubstep, Phiso has the attention of just about every major producer and bass-head in the world (and comedian Gilbert Gottfried). With his Never Say Die: Black Label release, “Close Combat,” and a rip-roaring remix of PhaseOne and Subtronics‘ “Demon Hunter,” Phiso has been on quite a tear recently. Now, the young producer has set the bar even higher with his latest release, “Dot Code.” The new single is both a tribute to classic gaming and a heavy-as-hell dubstep anthem. Phiso, as expected, holds nothing back in terms of sound design and raw, gritty percussive elements. The eeriness of the breakdown reflects the theme of the monumental advancements in modern technology, while closely examining the necessity of it ...
This New App Could Prove to be a Global Solution for Clubbing Safely in 2021
There’s a new app that could potentially pave the way to partying safely in the pandemic era. Announced at the annual International Nightlife Congress meeting in Valencia, Spain, Liberty Pass validates whether a user has produced a negative COVID-19 test within a 72-hour period, allowing the user to access bars and clubs accordingly. The app aggregates official medical information and produces a QR code with a green check mark if the individual has successfully tested negative. When a vaccine becomes available, those who receive it will also be permitted to attend events for the entire period of time the vaccine is considered valid. Liberty Pass (via DJ Mag) It’s important to acknowledge that, in theory, an attendee could become infected with COVID-19 during the 72-hour p...
A United Tribe: How Tony Hsieh’s Relationship With EDM Influenced the Late Zappos Visionary
Tony Hsieh was a visionary whose connection to dance music uniquely shaped many of his guiding principles in the business world. Hsieh tragically died last week at the age of 46 due to health complications following injuries sustained in a house fire. While the revered entrepreneur and former CEO of Zappos is no longer with us, his memory lives on among family and co-workers who remember him fondly for his kindness and strength in fostering community. As a tech executive, Hsieh placed emphasis on the creation of a synergistic culture, which was a pillar of his business strategy. In a July 2015 interview with Quartz, he explained that his foundational principles in this area were developed through his relationship with electronic dance music. Hsieh, who lived in Las Vegas and...
Saint Punk Flips Ookay and Cesqeaux’s “The Pit” Into a Grunge House Banger
Grunge house innovator Saint Punk has been steadily cultivating his craft as of late. With releases such as “Light ‘Em Up” and his Brohug collaboration “Brake,” the rock band frontman-turned producer has made waves among the bass house community. Now, he has made his debut on Ookay‘s The Woodwerk imprint with a fresh take on the label boss’ collaboration with Cesqeaux, “The Pit.” Who says you can’t mosh to house music? Saint Punk retains the raw energy of the original dubstep production while adding a shuffling jackin’ house groove. Grinding bass, trap horns, and a screeching, sliding synth lead complete the package to make Saint Punk’s remix of “The Pit” a bona fide dancefloor weapon. The remix is the...
Liam Gallagher Performs “All You’re Dreaming Of” from Atop a Floating Barge on Fallon: Watch
On Saturday night, Liam Gallagher will present a special concert livestream called “Down by the River Thames”. Set to take place atop a barge floating on the River Thames outside of London, the outdoor event will see the British rocker and his band roll out solo cuts as well as a number of Oasis classics, “some of which you haven’t heard me sing for a long, long time,” he promises. As a preview of this unique setup, Gallagher performed his new holiday single “All You’re Dreaming Of” from atop the barge for The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on Friday night. Oasis have no doubt played in various venues and arenas all over the world, but I doubt Gallagher ever saw himself rocking out on such a contraption, socially distanced, and amidst a pandemic. All weird circumstances aside, the...
Jeremih Released from Hospital Following COVID-19 Battle
Jeremih has officially been released from the hospital after receiving treatment for a severe case of COVID-19. The R&B singer had been placed in the intensive care unit and put on a ventilator due to his deteriorating health. In a statement provided to ABC 7, Jeremih offered his immense gratitude to the healthcare workers at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago who “saved” his life. The 33-year-old Windy City native also shouted out all the friends, family, colleagues, and fans who’ve prayed for his speedy recovery: “First and foremost, I would like to thank God and the incredible team of doctors and nurses at Northwestern Memorial Hospital for saving my life. I will be forever grateful. I would also like to thank my family and friends for all their prayers and well wishes. I’m o...
Watch Liam Gallagher Perform ‘All You’re Dreaming Of’ on a Floating Barge For Fallon
Liam Gallagher performed on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon Friday night — from a barge floating down the River Thames. The ex-Oasis frontman played his festive new holiday tune “All You’re Dreaming Of” with a full band and backup singers, while the sun set behind them. “Considering the year that we’ve all had, I hope this brings back some much-needed love and hope,” he said in a statement about the track upon its release. “Bing Crosby would have been proud.” Watch the performance below. [embedded content] Gallagher didn’t pull this stunt solely for his performance on Fallon. It also acted as a preview for his virtual show, Down by the River Thames, which will airs later today. Aside from “All You’re Dreaming Of,” he and his band will also perform ...
PRODUCT OF HATE Announces ‘You Brought This War’ Album; Video For Title Track Available
PRODUCT OF HATE has unleashed the anthemic title track for the band’s second full-length album, “You Brought This War”. The new single is available now on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, and most digital music services while the companion music video is available on YouTube. The single and video arrive alongside full details on the long-awaited follow-up to the band’s debut album, 2016’s “Buried In Violence”. “You Brought This War” will be released on February 5, 2021, on digital and CD. Digital pre-orders for the new album are available via Amazon, iTunes, Bandcamp, and more. Physical bundles go on sale next month. The 12-song affair was recorded and engineered by Scott Creekmore (BROKEN HOPE, LIONHEART) at Mercenary Digital Studio...
GEMINI SYNDROME Releases New Single ‘Reintegration’
Los Angeles alternative metal band GEMINI SYNDROME has released a new single, “Reintegration”, via Another Century. The band states: “‘Reintegration’ perfectly encapsulates the theme of the third and final chapter of our trilogy of albums. It’s a fearless and transparent introduction to the idea of traversing death and being reborn; ultimately reintegrating with our true self, and being raised into the next degree of consciousness.” GEMINI SYNDROME spent the better part of 2018-2019 writing the final installment of its long-planned three-album trilogy. They retreated to drummer Brian Steele Medina‘s Las Vegas home studio, where they meticulously crafted song after song, relentlessly reworking and rearranging the musical arrangements until the...
SERJ TANKIAN On Reaction To New SYSTEM OF A DOWN Songs: ‘It’s Great To See Art Open Minds’
A month ago, SYSTEM OF A DOWN released “Protect The Land” and “Genocidal Humanoidz”, the band’s first new songs in 15 years. The tracks were motivated by the recently erupted conflict between Artsakh and Azerbaijan, the latter aided by Turkey and accountable for the greatest violence the region has endured in 26 years. Produced by guitarist/vocalist Daron Malakian, who also wrote the music and lyrics, both songs are streaming now on all DSPs and are available for purchase on Bandcamp with band royalties earmarked for the Armenia Fund. In a new interview with Dave Lawrence of Hawaii Public Radio, SYSTEM OF A DOWN singer Serj Tankian spoke about how the two tracks came about. He said (hear audio below): “I was [at home] in New Zealand and already dealing w...
COREY TAYLOR: ‘I Get The Benefits Of Fame Without The TMZ S**t’
In a recent interview with “Bertcast” host Bert Kreischer, Corey Taylor spoke what it was like in SLIPKNOT‘s early days when he and his bandmates had avoided being photographed without their masks. “The first couple of years was rad,” he said. “But then the more success we got, obviously, it’s human nature, man — the ego starts to come out. “As much as people think it was the reason I put STONE SOUR back together, it’s not,” he continued, referring to his other band, which he actually started before joining SLIPKNOT. “For me, that was about writing music again, ’cause I just wasn’t being able to write music in SLIPKNOT, ’cause I’m just not that good; I’m not as good as those guys are at intricat...
Nandi Bushell Shows Off Her Artistry With New Original Song ‘Gods and Unicorns’
Nandi Bushell needs something to occupy her time after kicking Dave Grohl’s ass during their legendary drum battle. While she still shares covers on social media, the 10-year-old prodigy is branching out and releasing original music. In October, she wrote a tribute to her drum battle adversary called “Rock and Grohl,” and yesterday followed it up with “Gods and Unicorns” — a track she co-wrote with Zuzu. “My heart is full of pride! I am so excited for you to hear my new song I wrote with Zuzu,” Bushel said about the track. “On the song I play ALL the instruments [guitar, bass, drums, keyboard] myself. I wrote and recorded the song at home.” The rockstar-in-the-making credited the classic rock artists she’s covered in the past as her influences for the uplifting new anthem. “I wanted m...
