MUSIC RELEASES
NERO’s Joseph Ray Drops Solo Techno Single, “300 Below”: Listen
Though most know Joseph Ray for his incredible contributions as a founding member of NERO, he launched a solo project in 2017 that focuses on techno and house music. His releases have landed on Odd One Out as well as Anjunadeep, among others. His latest release, “300 Below,” arrives by way of Atlantic’s Big Beat Records imprint. “300 Below” stays the course Joseph Ray set in 2017, expanding further into the vision of his solo endeavor. Clocking in at just over eight minutes, the fabled producer has cooked up a blistering techno journey. Opening with ambient, ethereal sounds, the tune quickly develops a thumping bassline and a vast array of various sonic elements. “300 Below” is also accompanied by a visualizer created by Strang...
LŪN Drops Haunting Midtempo Single,”y2k2k”
Early last month the electronic music scene was officially introduced to a mysterious new artist named LŪN. Although she didn’t uncloak her anonymity, we did get a clear indication of her artistic talents through the fiery electronic single “bitches.” She didn’t wait long to unveil her next offering, the haunting midtempo track “y2k2k.” “y2k2k” starts off with an eerie arpeggiating synth as a quiet whisper beckons in the background. The beat slowly builds into a devious midtempo drop that spikes up the intensity with a ferocious panache. LŪN crafts her soundscapes with the expertise of a vet, transitioning seamlessly from a space of control into one of beautiful mania. Check out LŪN’s “y2k2k” below. Alth...
AmyElle Throws Down Fierce Tech House Single “Feel The Heat”
While 2020 was a time of stagnation for many, DJ and producer AmyElle used it as the year she would make a name for herself on the house music circuit. She’s channeled this momentum into her second single of 2021, a fiery tech house anthem titled “Feel The Heat.” “Feel The Heat” features a combination of both modern and retro production stylings. AmyElle draws influence from 90s house anthems with the track’s infectious vocal hook but keeps the beat structure current with brawny bass stabs. It has all the workings to dominate at both the underground clubs as well as on the festival circuit, which looks to be on the mend as we approach the summer months. “Feel The Heat” is set to be one of the young gun’s biggest releases yet, earni...
HUCCI Returns With Scorching OG Trap Single, “Jericho”
HUCCI has long been lauded as one of the most innovative and influential trap artists since first entering the scene 10 years ago. Over the course of his career, he’s solidified his legacy with unforgettable tunes like “Ball So Hard” and “The Fall.” Today, the fabled producer has returned with his first track of 2021, “Jericho.” “Jericho” is a natural evolution of HUCCI’s sound, expanding on his already well-developed skill set. The intro begins slowly, as an ambient array of samples leads listeners through a short build-up. Suddenly, a flurry of grinding synths and resonating basses takes center stage before he wraps the track with a laid-back outro featuring his signature producer tag. Though HUCCI’s releases ar...
Kilamanzego Taps Whereisalex, Capshun, More for Eclectic “Anxiety” Remix Package
To wrap up 2020, Philadelphia-based producer Kilamanzego released her song “Anxiety,” a tune inspired by the brutal uncertainty of the global pandemic. Only a few months later, she’s now tapped Torr, Capshun, Cumulus Frisbee, RamonPang, and Whereisalex to remix the single. Kilamanzego elaborated on the inspiration for “Anxiety” in a statement, noting that it derived from “feeling mentally all over the place with the frenzied state of the pandemic” and that she “just wanted to scream and let it all out through song.” The track expertly conveys this message, approaching listeners unpredictably through various sonic elements. Each of the artists enlisted to provide a remix of the single add their signature touch, crea...
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Listen to Grammy-Nominated Artist Haywyre’s Dreamy New Single “Wisdom” [Premiere]
Haywyre has been on an impressive run lately. His official remix for Charlie Puth was a recent fan-favorite and his take on Bazzi‘s “Young & Alive” nabbed him a 2021 Grammy nomination for Best Remixed Recording. Now, Haywyre has his sights set on Insomniac’s new future bass and dance pop-oriented imprint, Lost In Dreams. “Wisdom,” the producer’s next original single, is set to be the third release on Lost In Dreams, and Haywyre’s first original release of the year. Listen to the track below exclusively via EDM.com ahead of its official release tomorrow, April 2nd. Combining his expressive vocal work, alluring piano chords, and a futuristic groove, “Wisdom” is just as deep and introspective as it is groovy and danceab...
Watch The Hotel Lobby’s Johnny Lee Recruit AAPI Celebrities for #StopAsianHate Music Video, “Tonight”
Award-winning Asian American artist, director, and one-half of the duo The Hotel Lobby, Johnny Lee has used his voice and platform to raise awareness of various causes throughout his career. He directed and edited the music video “Stand Up/Stand N Rock #NoDAPL,” which was created in solidarity with Native Americans and the fight against the Dakota Access Pipeline route. The video earned him an MTV Video Music Award back in 2017 for “Best Fight Against the System.” Now, Lee has released a new single and video that hits even closer to home. Lee has created “Tonight,” an anthemic song for the #StopAsianHate movement, as a call for racial unity and social change in response to the increase of anti-Asian hate crimes and violence. It arrives after a week...
Slow Magic Shares Stunning Acoustic Rendition of “Somewhere” With Woven In Hiatus
Boasting a vibrant and uplifting sound that has brightened dancefloors around the world over the past few years, Slow Magic is one of the most celebrated anonymous artists within the dance music sphere. The artist’s widespread success allowed him to establish a loyal following and tour extensively, and ultimately led to his most ambitious body of work, it’s the end of the world, but it’s ok. The 12-track album was released to critical acclaim via Moving Castle in late 2020, and featured the likes of Manila Killa, RUNN, Paperwhite and more. Now, Slow Magic is back in a major way, sharing an acoustic version of lead album single “Somewhere” with Woven In Hiatus. “Somewhere (Acoustic)” is a stunning rendition of the original, driven by a minimal ar...
KRISCHVN Drops Blistering “Rude Boi” EP on WAKAAN
In just a few short years, KRISCHVN has differentiated himself from the pack with his innovative take on trap music. Today, he has delivered his mind-melting Rude Boi EP by way of WAKAAN. Rude Boi serves as a compilation of KRISCHVN’s work strung together since the beginning of his career, further elaborating that they are tunes he really loves and has waited a long time to release. He states that the project doesn’t focus on genres, but expands on his interests in space and dimensional-related phenomena while also attempts to create “a bridge between super-terrestrial things and music.” Rude Boi is a wild ride from front to back. KRISCHVN is unrelenting across each of it’s five tracks, blindsiding listeners ...
Hood Politics Records Breathes New Life Into Daft Punk With Stunning Tribute Compilation: Listen
Following the news of Daft Punk‘s shocking split in February 2021, the music community at large flung headlong into hysteria. Naturally, a barrage of tributes flooded social media, ranging from sheer disbelief to unadulterated admiration. While many paid homage to the legendary electronic music duo via social media eulogies, Hood Politics Records went a different route. To celebrate the legacy of Daft Punk, the renowned tastemaker and underground label put together Daft Punk Forever, a scintillating 12-track compilation of remixes that breathe new life into the beloved robots in their absence. Contributing brilliant remixes are House Divided, Broken Future and Stund, DONT BLINK, BINGEWATCH, Rich DietZ, Victor Bari, Galo, Kuestenklatsch, Cyboy, UNDRGNDCTRL, Kai Zen, and the trio of Nu...
Listen to Nero’s New Remix of Iconic 1983 Song “Relax”
There’s an escalating output of new music from the elusive Nero trio. The group has just dropped their third remix within a week. Prior to their latest run of releases, the group had remained dark for two years. It’s no secret that 80s era sonics and aesthetics have played a substantial role in shaping the Nero we know today. For their latest remix, the trio put a new spin on one of the decade’s most recognizable hits, Frankie Goes to Hollywood‘s 1984 hit “Relax.” While it’s clear from the outset this is a Nero remix based on the sweeping textures, punchy kicks, and robotic basses, Nero is careful to build ample suspense before truly throwing listeners for a loop. As Holly Johnson calls out in earnest, “Hit me with your laser b...
Apashe’s Haunting “Lord & Master” Music Video is a Middle Finger to Corporate Showbiz
Montreal-based producer Apashe has released a powerful new music video for “Lord & Master” from his 2020 Renaissance album, which remains one of the most successful non-major label album releases in the past year. The video was directed by Apashe’s longtime friend and collaborator, Adrian Villagomez. It opens with young dancer Brontë Poire-Prest taking the stage. With a minimal amount of notes and direction, she is thrown onto the stage in front of an audience. Screenshot from Apashe’s “Lord & Master” music video. With such a small amount of preparation, her anxieties activate her fight-or-flight mode as she continues to battle for her life and career. Despite her forceful actions, she is continually portrayed as someone she’s not and the message of co...
