MUSIC RELEASES
New EDM Label FiXT Noir Launches With Ferocious Dubstep Banger, “Traction” by Neddie
FiXT Noir has stomped onto the EDM scene with its debut release, a heavy-hitting tune called “Traction” produced by rising bass artist Neddie. The new label, a subsidiary of longtime music media and merchandise company FiXT, is primed for a monster run as we head into the thick of summer 2021. Florida-based producer Neddie has kicked things off in ferocious fashion with “Traction,” a rumbling dubstep banger with an arrangement as high-octane as the engines of the cars that inspired it: “The first drop specifically reminded me a lot of a car engine, and so I decided to title the track ‘Traction,’ which has the double meaning of both the car theme, but also the growth, or traction that I’ve had in my music career since I’ve started postin...
Sonny Fodera Reunites With Sinéad Harnett, Taps In KOLIDESCOPES for “Nah”
Teaming up with KOLIDESCOPES and Sinead Harnett, Sonny Fodera has returned with a fresh house tune called “Nah,” out now via his own Solotoko imprint. The track arrives ahead of a sold-out UK tour in the fall. This new collab is an anthem in the making. “Nah” starts off with a progressive house beat, adding in strong piano chords before introducing Harnett’s assertive lyricism. While the vocals add a romantic accent, the lyrics are anything but. The song tells the tale of a woman who has had enough dealing with an ex and is ready to be independent. Check out “Nah” below. You can find the track on your preferred streaming platform here. MUSIC RELEASES SM1LO, Aiden Jude and Pat C Drop Slap House Tune “Touch Me” A...
NGHTMRE Taps Yung Pinch for Anthemic Trap Single “Scars”
NGHTMRE has returned with an anthemic new single, partnering up with budding hip-hop artist Yung Pinch for a new summer banger called “Scars,” out now via Ultra Records. Although NGHTMRE is most known for his hard-hitting trap and emotive future bass, the LA-based producer has been writing hip-hop beats for some time, and with “Scars” we finally get to see some come to fruition. “I’ve been making a good bit of hip-hop recently, but nothing too melodic!” NGHTMRE shared in a press release. “I was excited to try my hand in some cool melodic hip-hop vibes. Yung Pinch did such a good job with the vocal, and I tried to keep the vibe going for the drop/hook. I hope everyone loves this as much as we do!! It’s already been s...
Tony Romera Drops Unrelenting House Heater “MS69” on Monstercat
Hot off the heels of his latest single “VHS,” Tony Romera has returned to Monstercat with an unrelenting house heater called “MS69.” The brooding grittiness of “MS69” is right on brand for the French producer’s signature bass house sound. Making use of an intoxicating vocal sample and aggressive Korg synth, Romera has cooked up an incredibly catchy beat. Check out the new track below. “I was feeling heated the day I made “MS69,” he said. “It was originally called ‘UPS FDP,’ which translates to me cursing at UPS in French slang, because they were late on delivering my new synths.” “Since I wasn’t able to get them in time, I decided to make a super aggressive track with my Korg MS-20,” Romera cont...
Tiësto Returns as VER:WEST With Dreamy Single “Elements Of A New Life”
A year after releasing the first single from Tiësto‘s VER:WEST side project, the dance music legend has returned with a fresh track on his Musical Freedom imprint. “Elements Of A New Life” reinforces the techno-focused sound Tiësto promised when debuting VER:WEST. Embracing a more melancholic feel, the tune plays into subtleties while simultaneously showing off his undeniable talents as a producer. The hypnotic bassline fuses effortlessly with fluttery sonic elements, showcasing a nuanced arrangement. Though VER:WEST is still a fresh name for most, Tiësto has done plenty to leave his mark under the alias in a short amount of time. Last year, he released the projcetc’s debut single “5 Seconds Before Sunrise” just days before his momen...
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The electronic music community is constantly evolving with new sounds every week, as artists become more innovative with their compositions. EDM.com’s weekly “Playlist Picks” series highlights the top releases in the genre, helping uncover the latest tracks that will soon dominate the dance music scene. It Gets Better – Swedish House Mafia Nine years after the group announced their split, Swedish House Mafia made an astronomical comeback with their new single “It Gets Better.” Unlike their previous tracks, this song has a darker over tone with industrial sounding instruments and breakbeat-style drums. When The Summer Dies – deadmau5 & Lights deadmau5 and Lights came together once again for a gritty collaboration. “When The Summer Di...
deadmau5 and Lights Reunite for Anthemic Single “When The Summer Dies”: Listen
World-renowned electronic music producer deadmau5 has teamed up with Lights for an anthemic single called “When The Summer Dies,” out now via mau5trap. When deadmau5 and Lights first teamed up back in 2018 to release the midtempo track “Drama Free,” it was something of a perfect pairing. Longtime friends and collaborators, the two have since performed on numerous occasions, such as at the 2019 editions of Ultra Music Festival and Creamfields. Today, they have reunited to release an electro single reminiscent of some of deadmau5’s earlier music. “When The Summer Dies” showcases Lights’ signature pop-punk sensibilities, infused with a playful production from deadmau5. Check out the track below and find it on streaming platforms ...
Eric Prydz Revives Tonja Holma Alias for Highly Anticipated Single “All Night”: Listen
Though Eric Prydz‘s Tonja Holma alias has been quiet since 2017, the Swedish dance music legend hasn’t completely abandoned it. Today he’s returned with a treat for longtime fans, as he’s revived the nom de plume for a brand new single released on his Pryda Presents imprint. “All Night” delivers on its hype. The slow burn of the tune feels incredibly natural, allowing listeners to be consumed by soaring synths, a captivating vocal sample, and a pounding bassline while waiting for its climax. This release aligns well with Tonja Holma’s previous EP Tonja, as both maintain an upbeat, progressive sound. Tonja Holma isn’t the only secondary mask Eric Prydz dons from time to time. He’s similarly departed from his usual sound to rel...
SM1LO, Aiden Jude and Pat C Drop Slap House Tune “Touch Me”
Breathing life into a classic is a daunting task, but SM1LO, Aiden Jude, and Pat C took one head on and hit the nail on the head. They’ve teamed up to produce a new song called “Touch Me,” recruiting singer-songwriter Avian Haviv for a beautiful vocal effort. The track is a cover of “Touch Me,” a timeless 2001 progressive house hit by Rui da Silva and Cassandra Fox. The trio of SM1LO, Aiden Jude, and Pat C have given the iconic single a 2021 makeover via an intoxicating slap house rework, marrying the bouncy style of Imanbek with the chugging basslines of Alok. Haviv provides a dreamy rendition of the vocals here, floating atop seductive reese bass and panned hi-hats in brooding fashion. Check out “Touch Me” belo...
Listen to ILLENIUM’s Heartfelt Fourth Album, “Fallen Embers”
Marking the beginning of a new chapter, ILLENIUM‘s Fallen Embers album has finally arrived. When his nonstop touring schedule came to a halt last year, ILLENIUM took to the studio with the goal of creating something truly remarkable. And after tying a bow on a triptych of albums in 2019—offering up only a handful of singles in 2020—Illenials were left wondering what was next. Later that year, the news broke that a new album was in the works. In conjunction with the announcement, ILLENIUM released “Nightlight,” a collaboration with Annika Wells that offered a peek into his forthcoming album. Soon after, he dropped the punk-inspired “Paper Thin” with Tom DeLonge and his band Angels & Airwaves. “Hearts on F...
Rusko Returns With Roaring Nod to Classic Drum & Bass, “MAC 19”: Listen
Legendary bass music pioneer Rusko has returned with a new single on Elevate Records. Tracing back to the roots of the UK bass movement, the dubstep icon dials up the tempo for a roaring drum & bass single called “MAC 19.” Rusko’s latest retains all of the wubby splendor he’s so well known for, while trading in the dubstep sentimentality for the raw energy of the classic drum & bass anthems of auld. Kicking things off with a rather ravey introduction reminiscent of UK hardcore, Rusko employs a ragga vocal sample and snare drum buildup to ramp up the energy before the drop. In the main sections, a daunting hoover bass duels with the quintessential Rusko wobble bass as the drum breaks shuffle on. In his nod to the drum & bass explosion of the 90s, Ru...
Swedish House Mafia Are Back—Watch Them Speak About Their New Single, “It Gets Better”
After a hiatus and years of cryptic messages and one-off performances, superstar EDM trio Swedish House Mafia have finally returned with new music. An anthemic new single called “It Gets Better” was released today, confirming all of the rumors and speculation from fans around the world. The elusive trio, comprising Axwell, Sebastian Ingrosso, and Steve Angello, spoke with Zane Lowe from Apple Music 1 about how the new song came to fruition, and how time apart and the pandemic brought them back together. “COVID actually helped us in this process, as weird as it might sound, because otherwise we might not have gotten where we are today,” said Axwell. “We had the time to pick up and start again. And we make and remake and retry and regr...
