MUSIC RELEASES
Nero’s 2021 Return Continues With Dazzling Indietronica Edit of Tame Impala’s “Disciples”
Just one day after returning from a two-year-plus hiatus with a Daft Punk remix, legendary electronic music trio Nero have struck again. Nero’s March 23rd edit of Daft Punk’s “Emotion” marked the group’s first musical release in over two years, following December 2018’s “Lullaby.” They’ve now opted to give Tame Impala‘s “Disciples” a spin, reworking the track into a riveting indietronica jam. Nero dialed up the energy, implementing a four-on-the-floor rhythm and soaring brass elements for a dazzling electronic rendition. They also noted that they used to play an older version of the remix in their shows back in 2016. After two consecutive releases in as many days, fans are now safe to expect more ne...
Oliver Heldens Announces New Single and Contest to Win Autographed Boxing Gloves
We are only in the fourth month of 2021 and Oliver Heldens is already having an impressive year. He’s gearing up for what looks to be one of his biggest releases thus far, a new Pokémon-themed single called “ZAPDOS.” The track is set to arrive this Friday, March 26th by way of his Heldeep Records imprint. Fans of the esteemed artist will recognize the track from his “Heineken x F1 2020 Season Opener” set from summer 2020. “ZAPDOS” is a booming house anthem that features signature future house production and a masterfully crafted breakbeat build. While we can’t confirm whether or not the electric character from the Pokémon series was the inspiration behind the track, its title is fitting for the energy of the production.&n...
Blackmill Releases First Song Since 2019, Promises More This Year
Breaking a long period of radio silence that began in 2019, Blackmill has made his return to the airwaves with his new single, “Winston.” For the younger generation who may be unfamiliar with the British producer, nearly a decade ago, he released a number of melodic dubstep tracks that would go on to become favorites among both fans and artists alike, amassing millions of views on platforms like SoundCloud and YouTube. Exploring a world outside his typical melodic dubstep sound, Blackmill released a gentle chillhop song that acts as a tribute to his dog early Sunday morning. Check out “Winston” below. With breezy sound design and a downtempo beat, the new single is the perfect companion for the start of spring. Producing a cheerful tune with warm synths and twi...
Nero Return With Breathtaking Remix of Daft Punk Classic “Emotion”: Listen
Fabled electronic music trio Nero has returned with their first new track in over two years, a stunning remix of Daft Punk‘s “Emotion.” Nero announced the new remix in a heartfelt social media tribute to Daft Punk, whose shocking split sent ripples of bewilderment and admiration through the music community in February 2021. “Thank you for all the memories, inspiration and emotion,” the trio wrote. Nero’s edit of “Emotion” is nothing short of breathtaking. They managed to construct an aching dance number using the bones of the original, interpolating radiant chords and fluttering arpeggios and with Daft Punk’s vocoders in dazzling fashion. Nero beautifully oscillates between half-time and double-time with elegant finesse, cater...
Legendary Musician John Oates Joins Forces With Saxsquatch for Dance Remix of 1982 Classic “Maneater”
Legendary Rock & Roll Hall of Famer John Oates has joined forces with brass-playing sensation Saxsquatch to reimagine Hall & Oates’ 1982 classic “Maneater.” Out now via Monstercat, the unlikely fusion of the two musical greats transformed the original top-charting hit “Maneater” into a jazzy, electro-spun modern classic. Injected with club-inspired grooves and dance-floor worthy basslines, the duo put a modern spin on Hall & Oates’ iconic record and rendering it a fit for new audiences across eras and genres. While Daryl Hall handles vocals on the original single, the remix sees Oates step up to the microphone for a funky rework. The new collaboration is accompanied by a music video that shows both Oates and Saxsquatch collaborating on the track in the stu...
Cosmic Gate Release New Single, Announce New Album, “Mosaiik”
Revered as leaders in the trance music scene for over two decades, German trance duoCosmic Gate have seamlessly adapted to the evolving landscape of the genre. From the defining pulsating beats of 90s hard trance to the more subdued progressive tones of the mid-2000s, Nic Chagall and Bossi emerged out of each era with hit after hit. Now a Grammy-nominated act, the pair have premiered their latest single, “Blame,” the lead cut off their upcoming album Mosaiik. With vocals and lyrics by Diana Miro, “Blame” shifts the trance heavy production the boys are known for, opting for a deep, progressive tone. The reflective track carries out signature Cosmic Gate sound design, like powerful synths and pounding sub bass, building on the duo’s previous releases. Miro’...
ODESZA and JapaneseDad’s Debut NFT Drop Contains Five Unreleased Tracks
Earlier in the month, ODESZA and their longtime collaborator responsible for the duo’s iconic visuals, JapaneseDad, announced their debut NFT collection. The marketplace they’re being sold on, Nifty Gateway, only makes the product pages available days before the release of the artwork, so fans did not know what to expect other than what was shown in the teasers. Now, since the artwork has been officially released, anyone can go check out what’s for sale. Once you’ve properly processed JapaneseDad’s stunning visuals included in the collection, you can scroll down to the bottom of the page and learn more about the release. After browsing the collection and reading the descriptions, it became known that five of the NFTs contain unreleased music fro...
BIJOU Returns to Night Bass With 3-Track “187 Proof” EP
G-house aficionado BIJOU has been on his grind for the past year. After releasing his Diamond City album and over a dozen singles, the Phoenix-based DJ has returned to Night Bass for his 3-track 187 Proof EP. Providing classic boisterous and groovy G-house beats, the EP is equal parts fun and raucous. BIJOU kicks things off with a danceable track called “Big Racks.” The lively beat consists of a driving bassline, powerful claps, and the swagged-out vocals of Buffalo rapper Elcamino. Next, J. Sirus joins BIJOU for “Zodiac,” which features a saturated bassline, bouncy hi hats, and smooth bars courtesy of the Sacramento hip-hop artist. Rounding out the EP is the ferocious “Liquid Swords,” which combines a thumping bass, stabbing synths, and rhythmic glitches and effects. ...
KSHMR Delivers Internationally Inspired Journey on Debut Album “Harmonica Andromeda”
Since first teasing his debut album in November, KSHMR has consistently drummed up hype about the record. The excitement continued with the release of the first single from the album produced alongside Karra, “The World We Left Behind.” His highly anticipated LP Harmonica Andromeda has finally arrived via Spinnin’ Records. Harmonica Andromeda takes listeners on a worldly journey, borrowing inspiration from countries and cultures from all around the globe. KSHMR’s keen ear has paid proper tribute to each, as he expertly captures the essence by including traditional instruments and samples. The album additionally maintains an upbeat, hopeful feel throughout each of its 14 tracks. In our recent interview with KSHMR, he elaborated on ...
Jkyl & Hyde Tap Shiverz for Monster Collaboration “Shell Tha Place”
Los Angeles-based duo Jkyl & Hyde and UK dubstep don Shiverz are both forces to be reckoned with in the bass music scene. The former have recently released on fabled labels like Circus Records and Disciple while the latter has seen plenty of success with his own Monsters imprint. Today, they’ve teamed up for their mind-melting single “Shell Tha Place” out via Bassrush. “Shell Tha Place” relentlessly fires on all cylinders right from the start. The track begins with Shiverz lending his signature chops, hopping on the eerie beat with unmatched grime verses. The drop brings yet another layer of heat, hitting listeners with a decimating wave of syncopated synths and pounding basses. The fusion of these SoundShield signees are the perfect ma...
Alesso Teams Up With Chinese Singer Corsak and K-Pop Group Stray Kids for New Single “Going Dumb”
In honor of their third anniversary, PUBG mobile is celebrating with a succession of live DJ sets and partnerships with Alesso, R3HAB, Lost Frequencies, and more. In partnership with PUGB mobile, Alesso also teamed up with Chinese singer CORSAK AND K-pop group Stray Kids for their new single “Going Dumb.” Delivering Alesso’s signature electro-pop style, “Going Dumb” was released with two versions: one with Corsak and Stray Kids, and one with only Corsak. The version with Stray Kids is sung in a combination of Korean and English. Watch the lyric video below. Overall, the tune is fresh, uplifting, and groovy. While the intro is invigorating with catchy vocals, a soft piano melody, and powerful risers, the captivating drop is comprised of a thumping bass, crisp hi hats, and pow...
The Midnight Re-Release Halloween EP, “Horror Show” on Spotify, Apple Music, and More
Last October, The Midnight surprised fans with the release of their Halloween EP, Horror Show. Unfortunately for many fans, the fantastic EP was only available to those who had an Amazon Music subscription, leaving some without access to the haunting throwback. Thankfully, this exclusivity ended on Friday as the synthwave legends dropped the EP on Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal, and beyond, giving fans endless ways to enjoy the release. The re-release features all six tracks from the original including fan-favorites “Ghost in Your Stereo,” Neon Medusa,” “Good in Red,” and their collaborative cover of Patti Smith Group‘s 1978 single “Because the Night” with Nikki Flores. As a special treat, they’ve also included a new edit of R...
