MUSIC RELEASES
Watch REZZ and Dove Cameron Share a Steamy Kiss in Spellbinding “Taste of You” Music Video
Following the release of their crossover hit “Taste of You,” REZZ and Dove Cameron have unveiled a spellbinding music video. Directed by Felicity Heath, the video features a vampiric Cameron, who sinks her teeth in with a sultry, blood-dripping saunter through neon smoke. Cameron, who likened the beguiling audiovisual project to “the kind of nights I dreamt about when I was a kid as to how my job would look,” eventually connects with REZZ and her signature hypnotic goggles before the two engage in a steamy, lip-biting kiss. In her recent cover story with Gay Times, Cameron opened up about her sexual identity. “I’ve hinted about my sexuality for years while being afraid to spell it out for everybody,” she said, recalling an Instagram Live sessio...
Claude VonStroke and Justin Jay Debut Dirtybird White Label Series via Collaborative EP, “Oh”
As the music industry continues its swing back around to pre-pandemic normalcy, Dirtybird is at the heart of its anticipated return. Following last month’s sold-out Dirtybird CampINN in Orlando, and alongside news of a sold-out pre-sale for Dirtybird Campout, label founder Claude Vonstroke has returned with a surprise EP, Oh, with Justin Jay. Oh is a departure from tech house, finding the regular collaborators exploring various leftfield genres. The EP signals the beginning of a new white label series from Dirtybird, which Claude VonStroke shed some light on in a recent Instagram post. Jay, who also helms his own Fantastic Voyage imprint, is a familiar name with Dirtybird. The LA beatsmith charted several key releases with the label and is a regular at their...
Listen to SNBRN’s Introspective New Single “Echoes,” Which Helped Him Out of Depression
Los Angeles DJ and dance music producer SNBRN has teamed up with budding Brighton-based band Kudu Blue for a new single called “Echoes.” Out on Ultra Music, the introspective song mirrors SNBRN’s experience with depression. “before jumping on this record i didn’t work on music for at least 8 months. i found myself deep in depression going thru a personal battle,” producer detailed in a statement shared on Instagram. “working with Kudo Blue on this brought me out of whatever it was i was fighting and reclaimed my love of producing. i hope this song can help you as much as it’s helped me.” By sharing his own experience with mental health, SNBRN offers a vehicle for empathy and healing. Contemplative keys and thumping bassjoin with the haunti...
LP Giobbi and Kaleena Zanders Put Pride and Soul at the Forefront With New Single “Carry Us”
House music producer LP Giobbi and singer-songwriter Kaleena Zanders have teamed up for a joyous single called “Carry Us.” After several months of adjustments to properly deliver their message, the track is finally out on Thrive Music. This track took several iterations to get to where it is today because we wanted to find the best way to support the powerful song Kaleena wrote,” Giobbi explained in a statement shared on Instagram. “Watching her create, produce and write was a magical experience for me because it felt like it came from a place beyond this world. It pushed me to step up and meet her to try as best as I could to create a track from which her message could soar!” Powerful piano chords, brisk shakers, and a pulsating bassline provide the perfe...
Martin Garrix Teases Festival Remix of U2 Collaboration, “We Are The People”
As the UEFA EURO 2020 soccer tournament finally commences after postponement due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the tourney’s official anthem has also been released. It came courtesy of EDM superstar Martin Garrix, who teamed up with Bono and The Edge of U2 for a massive collaboration that won’t soon be forgotten. “We Are The People” is an uplifting anthem perfectly suited for EURO 2020, after fans across the globe have patiently waited for the tournament—held every four years—to begin. Even though the track was finally released last month, Garrix isn’t finished with “We Are The People” just yet. He took to Instagram to share a teaser clip of a new version of the anthem with the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame band. “Garrix...
“Be Unique and Be Relentless”: Destructo On Growing as a Music Producer, New Song With TroyBoi
Since first stepping foot into the world of dance music in the early 90s, renowned producer and entrepreneur Destructo has done it all. From DJing at the world’s largest music festivals to helming the fabled All My Friends brand to founding the fabled HARD series, Destructo changes the game with each venture. His latest musical release finds him dropping a collaborative single with fellow electronic music superstar TroyBoi. Their new song “You’re The One For Me” is a feel-good, summertime bop reminiscent of Destructo’s childhood in New Orleans. With a disco-influenced rhythm and melody, the track perfectly fuses funk and house into a unique blend. The single also arrived alongside an official music video directed by...
Listen to Nero’s Riveting Guest Mix for Insomniac’s Night Owl Radio
For the past few months the legendary electronic trio Nero have been delighting fans with a number of remixes on Audius. They’ve now hit the airwaves with Insomniac‘s Pasquale Rotella for a recent episode of Night Owl Radio. They laid down a 30-minute guest mix featuring many of these new releases alongside tracks from their electronic music contemporaries. Included in the mix are many of the recent remixes, like their takes on Daft Punk, Genesis, Tame Impala, and Frankie Goes To Hollywood. For good measure, Nero also sprinkled in tracks from RL Grime and ISOxo, Papa Khan, Boys Noize, Justice’s Gaspard Augé, and more. The final product is a nimble journey through multiple genres in the electronic world mixed in such a way that tells a nostalg...
Deorro Taps Elvis Crespo and IAmChino for Latin-Dance Crossover Single “Napoleona”
In January, Deorro began releasing singles for his forthcoming Latin crossover album ORRO. He kicked things off with “Me Siento Bien” alongside Kura and Alex Rose, followed by “Si Tú No Estás Aquí” with LÚA and “Ponte Pa’ Mi” with Jon Z. Today he returns with Grammy winners Elvis Crespo and IAmChino for “Napoleona.” As the second collaboration between Deorro and Crespo, adding IAmChino to the mix has helped create an instant staple for each artist. Just like his previous releases from ORRO, “Napoleona” is the perfect balance between Latin and electronic music. The vibrant, horn-led beat makes use of energetic, organic percussion to accompany Crespo’s unmistakable voca...
Don Diablo and Ty Dolla $ign Team Up for Dance-Pop Crossover “Too Much To Ask”
After previewing their collaboration during the United Nations Virtual Launch Gala, Don Diablo and Ty Dolla $ign shared a snippet “Too Much To Ask” via Twitter. Today their track has arrived by way of the former’s HEXAGON imprint. Although the collaboration may be an unlikely pairing, “Too Much To Ask” is all we could ask for and more from the two. The track ditches Diablo’s signature future house sound, instead adopting a downtempo, laid-back feel to accompany Dolla $ign’s silky voice. Proceeds from streaming will benefit the United Nations Environmental Programme and Justdiggit’s #StreamToRegreen campaign, as the nonprofit will regreen one square meter of land for every 25 streams. You can learn more about the ini...
David Solomon Connects with Ryan Tedder for Uplifting Single “Learn To Love Me”
Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon has embraced electronic music in full force over the past three years, releasing numerous singles and amassing millions of plays in that time. Today he returns alongside OneRepublic frontman Ryan Tedder for their new collaboration “Learn To Love Me.” Solomon has quickly developed a strong production skill set and “Learn To Love Me” puts his chops on full display. The pop-tinged progressive house track makes use of acoustic guitar riffs and organic percussion, meshing effortlessly with the signature tenor of the Grammy-winning Tedder. “Ryan is an incredible talent and he’s worked with some of my favorite artists,” Solomon said in a statement. “I loved his work on Sebastian Ingrosso and Alesso’s ‘Calling (Lose My Mind)’...
GG Magree Drops Scintillating Single “Loving You Kills Me”
With her previous release of the immaculate “Nervous Habits” still riding on a wave of success, GG Magree has returned to Steve Aoki’s Dim Mak Records with another explosive single called “Loving You Kills Me.” The new single pulls influence from multiple genres, melding rock and trap to create another signature GG Magreetune. The scene opens up with a nostalgic guitar riff as Magree’s heartfelt vocals radiate through the mix, telling the story of loving someone so much to the point it hurts. As the song progresses, a heavy bass drop rattles in, electrifying the arrangement and bringing with it a darker, grittier edge to an otherwise romantic narrative. Artwork for GG Magree’s “Loving You Kills Me” on Dim Mak Records. Dim Mak Reco...
VRDGO Drop Blistering Electro House Bomb “Light It Up”
The brotherly love is strong with the VRDGO duo, two electronic music producers and brothers making waves in the scene with their blistering sound. Their latest, the aptly-titled banger “Light It Up,” is out now and ready to dominate dancefloors. The roaring new track arrived by way of the Ignition Vol. 3 compilation released on Tommie Sunshine’s venerated Brooklyn Fire banner. A electro house beast, “Light It Up” was made for the clubs with its vicious bass patches, siren samples, and nasty sound design. It’s a surefire highlight on the 8-track record, and one that further situates VRDGO as an act to watch heading into summer 2021. Check out the menacing “Light It Up” below. VRDGO’s music has been supported by industry greats such as H...
