MUSIC RELEASES
Virtual Riot, Modestep and Sum 41’s Frank Zummo Collide on Massive Dubstep Collab: Listen
Disciple Records is no stranger to mega-collaborations, and the latest release on the storied dubstep label is no exception. Virtual Riot, Modestep, and Sum 41’s Frank Zummo have joined forces for a new track called “This Could Be Us.” The execution on “This Could Be Us” is perfect, as all three artists have managed to infuse each of their sounds into a heartfelt dubstep smash. Pounding drums, soaring synths, and devastating bass lead the charge in this punk-inspired crossover banger. Virtual Riot and Modestep, two of the most revered sound designers in the bass music scene, have had big years thus far. VR released his Head To Head Vol. 2 EP alongside Barely Alive and contributed production to Justin Bieber’s Justice LP, while Modestep dropped ...
Black Tiger Sex Machine Drop Riveting Single “Leaders” From Forthcoming Album
Returning with their third track of the year, Black Tiger Sex Machine have joined forces with Italian-Jamaican reggae artist Alborosie for a massive single called “Leaders.” The new tune instills a sense of longing for change, and a paradigm shift in society. As we begin to pick up the pieces from the aftermath of the global pandemic, “Leaders” speaks to the need to evolve. While “Leaders” is somewhat of an exodus from BTSM’s signature punk-electro sound, this track is a refreshing change of pace. By dialing down their usual heavy-hitting bass, the focus is on the storyline, leading a revolution with a riveting reggaeton infusion. Listen to “Leaders” below and find it on streaming platforms here.&nbs...
Sam Feldt and Lateshift Connect on Summertime Stunner “The Riddle”
If you thought Sam Feldt planned on slowing down this year, you thought wrong. The Dutch producer is back again alongside Lateshift for “The Riddle,” out on the former’s Heartfeldt Records. After meeting Lateshift at a writing camp in 2019, Feldt kept in touch with the duo. Their immediate connection has resulted in “The Riddle,” an upbeat summertime anthem that captures the essence of each of their sounds. The love song tugs on heartstrings with Lateshift’s honeyed vocals, which pair with subtle piano chords and energetic synths. Check out the new collab below. Recommended Articles Feldt has been unstoppable this year. Much like 2020, he’s released a number of hits including a collaboration with Kesha and a recent joint effort with Sam Fisch...
Skrillex and Jhay Cortez Tap Mia Khalifa to Star in Sultry “En Mi Cuarto” Music Video: Watch
Blossoming Puerto Rican singer-songwriter Jhay Cortez has teamed up with Skrillex for a new single called “En Mi Cuarto,” which arrived today alongside an official music video starring Mia Khalifa. Khalifa, perhaps best known for her work in the porn industry, glides on a motorcycle down a desolate highway, doing tricks while donning a helmet with devil horns. It’s a subtle foreshadowing of what follows—a scene in which Skrillex and Cortez party in a room that bursts into flames. Check out the official “En Mi Cuarto” music video below. Recommended Articles The latest in a string of high-profile Skrillex collabs, “En Mi Cuarto” is a sultry reggaeton-house hybrid. It features co-production from Tainy, who also contributed to Skrillex’...
Watch Louis The Child Drop Unreleased Skrillex Collab On “Euphoria” Tour
Earlier in the week, we shared the news of a new ASCAP recording that listed Skrillex on a track with Future, JAY-Z, Beyoncé, and DJ Khaled. Now, another unreleased collab has been revealed, and this time it’s with a dance act. At last weekend’s Chandler, Arizona stop on their “Euphoria” tour, Louis The Child debuted an unreleased track they produced with Skrillex. A fan who attended the show posted the clip online, which was eventually circulated far and wide on social media. The generous preview begins with the duo announcing that the song has never been played before. Luckily, the clip was filmed in the front row and is rather high-quality for a live-recorded video. Fans are able to hear an unidentified vocalist deliver some catchy lines before a b...
Baauer and RL Grime Join Forces for Stunning Drum & Bass Single “Fallaway”: Listen
It’s been almost eight years since Baauer and RL Grime joined forces for 2013’s “Infinite Daps,” a song that has stood the test of time as a trap classic. They’re now back with a new single called “Fallaway,” which arrives under the cloak of their new audiovisual project HÆRNY. “Fallaway” is a departure for the trap music vets, but that doesn’t make it any less groundbreaking. They’ve gone the drum & bass route here, producing a frenetic, radiant banger as the genre’s stateside explosion continues. RL Grime and Baauer have both operated at the bleeding edge of electronic music for nearly a decade now and this track is yet another reminder of their trailblazing approach to sound design. Check out the new collab...
Redrum Honors Her Father’s Memory With Haunting “Pisces Moon” EP: Listen
Fresh off two 2021 singles on Liquid Stranger’s SSKWAN imprint, Portland-based producer Redrum has returned with the enchanting Pisces Moon EP, which moonlights as an ode to her late father. “When I finished writing this EP, it was right around the time of a New Moon in Pisces. New Moons represent rebirth and new beginnings, and writing this EP really felt like closing a chapter on my life,” Redrum shared in a statement. “I wrote each of these pieces originally as a way to process the trauma of losing my father, who is the reason I got into music in the first place. Each piece is a part of my healing process.” Honoring her father’s memory with shimmering arpeggios and mystical melodies, Pisces Moon showcases Redrum’s technical ability as...
ALWZ SNNY Unveils Heartfelt Music Video for “I Don’t Wanna Know”
The latest sun-kissed future pop track from ALWZ SNNY has arrived after the rising producer unveiled “I Don’t Wanna Know,” alongside a heartfelt music video. Known for his prowess in the future bass and indie-pop alleys of electronic music, ALWZ SNNY manages to produce a song that is somehow both optimistic and heavyhearted. He blends pensive piano keys and melancholic guitar plucks with bubbly saws in the drop, creating that contrast between brooding and soaring that many producers crave. Despite the nostalgic and solemn lyricism here, it’s difficult not to gravitate to ALWZ SNNY’s mission, which he says is rooted in his goal to bring a little sunshine to everyone who listens to his songs. Check out “I Don’t Wanna Know” below. Reco...
This Artist Recorded Audio From His Own Firing—Then Remixed It Into a Banger
Many musicians channel pain and anguish through music, taking life’s various traumas and negative experiences and turning them into sonic works of art. Though it’s unclear if one of those negative experiences—getting fired from a day job—has led to a vast amount of musical inspiration for most, it has for electronic music producer Joe Monday. While the experience of getting fired might give one inspiration to create art, Monday took things a step further thanks to the fact that he had an actual audio recording of the incident. He used that recording to create “Me Getting Fired,” a “remix” of his dismissal from his former job. The video’s background image portrays a Yandere-style Monday and his former boss, as quotes from the audio recording appear ...
KDrew Revives Halsey’s “Graveyard” With Haunting Future Bass Remix: Listen
It’s no secret that Halsey‘s music is among the most popular for dance music producers to rework. But out of all the skeletons in the vast graveyard of remix attempts over the years, very few have proved ageless. That brings us to yesterday, when renowned electronic music producer KDrew brought Halsey’s 2019 single “Graveyard” back from the dead to produce a haunting remix. Processing the acoustic plucks of the original with a warm fuzz, he repurposes the track into an aching indie dance number that moonlights as a soaring future bass jam. The drops here flutter with a euphoric punch, as trembling vocal chops float atop bubbly, frenetic chords. KDrew manages to manipulate Halsey’s vocals in a markedly unique way, lacing them with a plethora of layers—and...
Check Out Grimes’ Splendour XR DJ Set—Along With Some Wild Comments on Discord
The “Grimes Metaverse Super Beta” Discord server is as interesting a place as one might expect. Fans of the enigmatic musician gathered to hear her Splendour XR DJ set over the weekend. Packed with new music and some tracks that Grimes herself insists will not be released—at least in the form that appeared in the set—she weaves through tech and deep house, trip-hop, and more genres in her selections, which include music by REZZ, Volac, ANNA, Joris Voorn, Burial, and Enya. “This is def more a love set for a big sound system,” Grimes explained in the chat. “It’s so funny on the phone. I hope at least someone is listening on a system somewhere.” Grimes. Eli Russell Linnetz Recommended Articles Fans from all over joined to take in the eclectic set, as ...
Wave Racer Announces Long-Awaited Debut Album: Listen to the Lead Single
The debut album from electronic music virtuoso Wave Racer has been a long time coming. Considered one of the most groundbreaking future bass producers in the scene, the Australian beatsmith broke through in the mid-2010s with a bubbly, quirky sound all his own. He quickly garnered support from some of the industry’s most celebrated artists, such as Skrillex, Porter Robinson, and Flume. “I don’t think I was ready for any of [the recognition],” he said in a press release. “I’m normally very cautious with the decisions that I make… I thought I was managing the attention at the time but I wasn’t coping very healthily. I was so worried about how people were going to perceive me if I made one wrong step. It was a recipe for anxiety.”...
