MUSIC RELEASES
Winslow Makes His Solo Hospital Records Debut With “Sandalwood Nights” EP
Earlier this year, St. Louis-based producer, multi-instrumentalist and vocalist Winslow topped our list of Five Drum & Bass Artists to Watch in 2021. Since then, he’s cranked out some truly memorable music, including his Mad Flavors EP on Soulvent, and his stunning remix of Nu:Tone and Lea Lea’s classic “Tides” for the H25PITAL compilation in celebration of Hospital Records‘ 25th anniversary. Now, Winslow is signed exclusively to the Hospital Records imprint and he’s made his solo debut with the brilliant Sandalwood Nights EP. “Soulful” is one way to describe Sandalwood Nights, but it doesn’t fully encompass the essence of Winslow’s latest work. It is soulful indeed, but served up with a flavor unique to the ski...
QUIX Impresses With New Drum & Bass Single on Dim Mak
New Zealand’s QUIX has quickly become one of the most revered artists in bass music. His unique approach to the genre paired with his sheer technical skill makes it hard to imagine that taking on any style would be a challenge for the producer. But his latest release was just that, he says. “I’ve never made a DnB song like this before, and I wanted to challenge myself to incorporate the mainstream style with my signature style,” QUIX shared in a statement about today’s release of “Make Up Your Mind,” with Nashville singer-songwriter Jaden Michaels. “I actually started writing this beat last year during a Twitch stream,” he continued. “Funnily enough, Jaden had already sent me the topline months before. Essentially, I m...
Melsen and Flexxus Drop Hopeful House Single, “Try Again”
Hailing from Holland, DJ and producer Melsen is known for delivering uplifting messages through his emotive music. His latest release, “Try Again” with Flexxus, is no exception. Teaming up with Flexxus—the budding German producer—was seamless, as he too creates uplifting and melodic tunes. Together, Melsen and Flexxus produced a hopeful house single that weaves the right balance of strong piano chords, a flowing bassline, and upbeat tropical house elements, all infused with romantic feel-good accents. “It’s good to listen to music that lifts your spirits and gives you a positive vibe,” Melsen said in a press statement. Out now via Be Yourself Music, “Try Again” does just that. This upbeat tune offers an optimistic undertone to thos...
Liquid Stranger Taps Luzcid for Scorching Downtempo Single “Snow Melt”
Liquid Stranger and LUZCID have once again put their creative minds together for a new collab called “Snow Melt.” “Snow Melt,” which marks the first release on Liquid Stranger’s SSKWAN imprint, pulls influence from his fan-favorite single “Dissolve” while ushering in a more melodic sound. The track is smooth, with a slower cadence and an ethereal ambiance that takes listeners on a psychedelic journey. Setting the scene, the song opens with the sound of running water with eerie, subtle drips. Heavy kick drums and a syncopated snare drum drive the track forward before a cacophony of synths pour in. Turbulent in parts and smooth in others, the sound design ebbs and flows beautifully as the arrangement chugs along. You can stream “Snow Melt...
Listen to Mura Masa’s Smooth Production on Cosha’s Sultry Debut Album, “Mt. Pleasant”
Irish singer-songwriter Cosha has recruited one of the electronic music scene’s most polished producers to breathe life into her debut album. The stunning Mt. Pleasant LP, which is named after the area of Dublin where Cosha was raised, features four tracks with production by Grammy-nominated producer Mura Masa. His signature playful sound pervades half of the sultry record, out now by way of Cosha’s own Ashtown Lane imprint. The album’s seductive opener, “Berlin Air,” is akin to strawberries dipped in melted dark chocolate. The fourth track, a come-hither tune called “Lapdance from Asia,” follows suit with similar syncopated percussion and a languid topline. Mt. Pleasant single “Tighter” arrives next, offering a wooz...
Hood Politics Ushers in Brighter Days and Longer Nights With “Hood Poli Summer Of Love” Compilation
As dance floors begin to beam back to life across the world, Hood Politics Records has returned with a fitting compilation for the occasion. Staying true to their mission of highlighting the best in new tech- and G-house, Hood Poli Summer Of Love is a powerful prescription to sustain through the late nights. “The beauty of this compilation is that we’re really capitalizing on Hood Politics first-timers here, artists that we love, who have been on our radar that we wanna put on. I feel it’s super important to capitalize on this contrast to make these releases amazing,” label founder DJ Susan explained. “The amount of mind-blowingly amazing fresh talent out there is incredible. I want to be the label manager that really shows love a...
EMMA’S GOLD Drops Hip-Hop and Trap Hybrid Banger, “L1ttle Secret”
EMMA’S GOLD, an enigmatic bass music artist with a genre-bending sound, has unveiled a filthy new single called “L1ttle Secret.” The track is a hip-hop and trap hybrid banger featuring trippy, pitched vocals courtesy of Chi City. The production is quirky and menacing, using saturated kickdrums and thunderous 808s that knock with the ferocity of Lex Lugar. EMMA’S GOLD also sporadically employs heavily distorted snares, which offer an industrial crunch in the arrangement. “L1ttle Secret” comes on the heels of EMMA’S GOLD debut, released a month ago. That record showcased a more tranquil sound as opposed to the relentless sonics of its grimy successor. Check out the new track below. The anonymous EMMA’S GOLD is on the rise after winning one ...
deadmau5 and Lights Announce New Collab “When The Summer Dies”: Listen to a Preview
deadmau5 and Lights have reunited for a new collab, which will soon arrive on the former’s beloved mau5trap imprint. The two first teamed up in 2018, when they dropped the trippy midtempo track “Drama Free.” Longtime friends and collaborators, they also famously performed together at the 2019 editions of Ultra Music Festival and Creamfields. deadmau5 and Lights have now joined forces for a new tune called “When The Summer Dies,” sharing a preview and announcing a release date. The clip is short, but fans can safely look forward to what sounds like a signature deadmau5 electro song à la “Sofi Needs a Ladder.” deadmau5 first played “When The Summer Dies” during a March 2021 Twitch stream before debuting it live at his...
David Guetta Taps MistaJam and John Newman for Whitney Houston Tribute, “If You Really Love Me (How Will I Know)”
Full of infectious 80s synths and feel good energy, Whitney Houston‘s 1985 hit “How Will I Know” will be forever remembered as one of the legendary artist’s most beloved songs. Now, it’s received an electronic update with a new reimagining from David Guetta, MistaJam and John Newman. Released July 2nd via Warner Records, “If You Really Love Me (How Will I Know)” is the best of both worlds, weaving together cuts of Houston’s original lyrics with an upbeat blend of dance-pop and tropical house. Echoing across its bright, piano-based soundscape are soulful vocals from Newman, who is known for his work with Calvin Harris, Rudimental, Galantis and Kygo. “I’ve had the idea to remake this classic Whitney tune for so long,&...
This UFO-Inspired Spotify Playlist Features Daft Punk, Jack Ü and Frank Sinatra
What do Jack Ü, Led Zeppelin and Nicki Minaj all have in common? If you’re coming up blank, you’re not alone. Luckily, Spotify has found a peculiar way to put these artists in conversation with each other: UFOs. Inspired by a recent uptick in UFO sightings across the globe, the streaming giant has launched an eclectic playlist called “cl0se ënc0ūnteRs.” “We can’t explain this playlist,” its description reads. “Just like we can’t explain those UFO sightings.” Featuring 25 tracks across a wide range of genres and musical eras, “cl0se ënc0ūnteRs” manages to find space for songs like “Levitating” by Dua Lipa and DaBaby, “Creep” by Radiohead and “Come Fly With Me”...
F9’s 44-Track Score Was Inspired By Electronic Music, Composer Says
“Life’s simple. You make choices and you don’t look back,” Han Lue famously quipped in 2006’s The Fast and The Furious: Tokyo Drift. The mantra rings true for the film franchise’s composer Brian Tyler, who recently disclosed electronic music as a key element of F9‘s score. Don’t worry, Brian—our eyes are looking straight ahead. While the hotly anticipated film hit theaters on June 25th, its complete 44-track score was released July 2nd via Back Lot Music. According to an interview with Collider, Tyler saw F9 as a chance to explore new musical territory for the franchise. “The music for F9 is the most epic and exciting yet while also having the most emotional punch,” Tyler said. “I used full orchestra as well as el...
Mark Knight Revisits His Favorite Era of House Music in Debut Album, “Untold Business”
Toolroom label boss Mark Knight has enjoyed a lasting legacy as a thought leader within the house music scene for the majority of his career. Through his tenure, he has seen the explosion and maturation of the genre over the course of decades. As Knight reflected on the thesis for his debut album Untold Business, he was acutely aware of the genre’s successes and pitfalls. Disillusioned by the churn-and-burn of today’s streaming economy, Knight brought his creative focus back in time to the 90s, the golden era of house music in his view. Nothing quite captures the decade’s unbridled sense of optimism like Knight’s lead single “Everything’s Gonna Be Alright.” Sung by the London Community Gospel Choir, it’s a combination of ...
