MUSIC RELEASES
Iconic Singer Alanis Morissette Releases New Remix Album Featuring Trans-Inclusive Female Artists
World famous musician Alanis Morissette made headlines back in July with the release of her first album in eight years and her ninth in total, Such Pretty Forks in the Road. She is now once again garnering attention with its follow-up remix EP, Such Pretty Forks in the Mix—released December 11th—which spotlights a lineup of trans-inclusive female producers. “Celebrating womxn today & every day,” Morissette wrote on Twitter of the project. Along with Epiphany Music, SPFITM was released in conjunction with UK-based HE.SHE.THEY, a creative hub championing inclusivity with their dance music events and releases. Additionally, a portion of the record’s proceeds will be donated to Safe Place International, an organization that provides support to LGBTQ-identifying refug...
Listen to Grimes’ Cyberpunk 2077 DJ Mix, Released by Her In-Game Character
After more than a year of anticipation, this week’s release of Cyberpunk 2077 from video game developer CD Projekt has been one of the hottest topics in the dance music world. Grimes has been at the center of the hype since leaking information back in February about the player experience and her role as the voice actor for character Lizzy Wizzy. To celebrate the game’s long-awaited launch on December 9th, Grimes released a 17-track companion mixtape exclusively through Apple Music under the guise of her in-game character. Featuring several remixes of tracks off her February album Miss Anthropocene, selects from i_o‘s celebrated discography, and reworks of classic Rihanna and Ariana Grande anthems, the mix’s 63 minutes travers...
Chris Lake and Armand Van Helden Team Up for “The Answer” EP
House legends Chris Lake and Armand Van Helden have teamed up for a new 4-track EP called The Answer. Since its release on Lake’s very own Black Book Records banner on Friday, December 11th, house heads everywhere have been hitting their stay-at-home dancefloors. The spark for this collaboration came at a Miami pool party where the two ran into each other in a hotel lobby. They exchanged emails, and a month later, they were in the studio making the magic happen. The duo kicks things off with the record’s titular track “The Answer” featuring Arthur Baker and Victor Simonelli. Sampling the 1991 song “Why Can’t We See” by Blind Truth, the tune’s lyrics are simple yet powerful: “Love is the answer, we’ve got to live together.” As the first single off of the EP,...
Anabel Englund Drops Spellbinding Debut Album “Messing with Magic”
Los Angeles singer, DJ, songwriter, and performance artist Anabel Englund has truly created something magical with her debut album Messing with Magic. A spellbinding 10-track collection of enchanting melodies and silky house beats, the album features talents such as MK, Nightlapse, Lee Foss, and Jamie Jones. While still remaining extremely cohesive, this collection manages to take you on a journey of epic proportions. Danceable house tracks like “Warm Disco,” “Picture Us,” “Underwater,” “Messing With Magic,” and MK and Nightlapse’s remix of “So Hot” keep things upbeat while her dreamier songs like “Float,” “Spell My Name,” and “Burn It” provide more etherial melodies as a p...
Kid Cudi Sampled a Tame Impala Track on New Album Cut, “Dive”
Kid Cudi shook the music world after announcing his latest album Man On The Moon III: The Chosen would drop this week. Upon pre-ordering the album, some fans noticed another familiar name in the production credits, Kevin Parker, perhaps better known to the world as Tame Impala. With the album out in full, we now know Mr. Rager sampled Tame Impala’s “Love/Paranoia” for his track “Dive.” The original track was the penultimate cut on Tame Impala’s Grammy-nominated album, Currents. Kid Cudi maintains the densely atmospheric textures and alternative-rock influence that graced the original, but flips the tone a full 360 degrees, yielding a particularly moody result. Stylistically, the sample choice aligns well with the rapper’s Man On Th...
Lunice Leads Hologramme’s “Geist Im Glas” Remix Anthology
In 2018, Montréal-based producer Hologramme ventured to Berlin—arguably the electronic music capital of the world—to soak up new inspirations and reinvent himself. After dedicating himself to the studio for his two-month residency, he emerged with his debut studio album Felicity, which released on August 30th, 2019. Now, Hologramme has recruited a team of French and Canadian producers to put their own spin on the record with Geist Im Glas, the closing chapter to Felicity. Geist Im Glas, translated to English as “Ghost in a Glass,” spotlights five outstanding remixers who explore four of the ten original tracks. Leading the way is fabled Montréal producer Lunice, who Hologramme connected with last summer when both were performing at MURAL Festival. Notably known for t...
CloZee Unveils Dreamy Track “Kanzan” With Fakear, Pouvoir Magique and Einki
For her latest single—and to close out of 2020—CloZee has partnered with fellow French artists Fakear, Pouvoir Magique, and Einki to deliver “Kanzan.” The outcome is truly a magnificent display of craftsmanship in the studio. Prepare to be transported across the globe without ever having to leave your home. “Kanzan” incorporates elements of downtempo and world bass, melded together to create a mystical sonic landscape. The global inspiration is apparent in the use of string work and vocal chops. They shine alongside the delicate bass and synths that uplift the listener above any chaos and instead to a place of pure serenity. Check out the new collaboration below. “Kanzan” ties a bow on an impressive year for CloZee. She released her highly-anticipa...
Armin van Buuren Unveils 2020 “A State Of Trance Year Mix”
Mixed by the Armada Music leader himself, Armin van Buuren is back with his annual end-of-the-year mix series. This year more than ever, van Buuren hopes it serves as a beacon of positivity, instilling the much-needed sense of community many have desperately craved during this time apart. “A State Of Trance Year Mix 2020” features more than 100 tracks from some of the biggest names in the industry, including Above & Beyond, Aly & Fila, Cosmic Gate, Ferry Corsten, Gareth Emery, and Paul van Dyk. The two-hour mix is the perfect example of what beauty can come out of dark circumstances. Music will always serve as a shoulder to lean on not only for its creators, but also its listeners. “It’s been a tough year for everyone,” van Buuren shared in a...
Kayzo and Delta Heavy Collab on Roaring New Single “Tormenta”
Kayzo has been on a tear in 2020, taking his Welcome Records imprint to new heights all while releasing a myriad of excellent new tunes. To cap off the year, the Houston-born producer has joined drum & bass aficionados Delta Heavy for their monstrous collaboration “Tormenta,” out via Monstercat. “Tormenta” is a ferocious romp that showcases both Kayzo and Delta Heavy’s refined production talent, dipping into the genres both parties are well known for. Opening with a dreamy melody and brisk percussion, the track quickly transforms into a hybrid hardstyle and dubstep drop that fans of Kayzo are all too familiar with. The surprises don’t end there, however, as the second half kicks up the tempo before culminating in a turbulent drum &am...
Dillon Francis and TV Noise Join Forces for Rowdy Two-Track EP on STMPD RCRDS
Dillon Francis and TV Noise, who previously worked together on 2019’s masterful collaboration “EDM O’ CLOCK,” have whipped up two new festival-ready tracks. Released today via Martin Garrix‘s SMTPD RCRDS banner, their Festival Bangers For When Festivals Start Again Because There Are No Festivals EP couldn’t be anymore transparent. Festival Bangers For When Festivals Start Again Because There Are No Festivals may be the wordiest release we’ve seen from each artist, but trust that each song is all killer, no filler. Through each of their previous collaborations, Dillon Francis and TV Noise have expertly combined their sounds to reflect their respective artistries and this release is no exception. As the title of the EP suggests, b...
New Artist Spotlight: Josh Charm’s Elegant Songwriting is Making a Mark on House Music
Josh Charm has experienced an electrifying start to his young career. Since first releasing dance music in 2018, the Dutch producer quickly found a home on Martin Garrix‘s STMPD Records. Things just started getting hot for him in 2020, though, as his single “Sinner” with Redondo eclipsed 1.1 million streams on Spotify alone. To top off his excellent year, he has now released his latest single “Dance For Me.” “Dance For Me” is the perfect showcase of Josh Charm’s newly minted sound. Much like his previous releases, has has cooked up an intoxicating beat to match the equally catchy vocal he’s included in the track. His eclectic taste is accentuated by the use of minimalistic samples, elusive stabs and dreamy, muted synths. In a short time...
deadmau5 and Kiesza Tap Tommy Trash for Enchanting Remix of “Bridged By a Lightwave”
Last month, deadmau5 and Kiesza shared their glowing collaboration “Bridged By a Lightwave” followed by an incredible live music video. In the midst of the single’s surging popularity, the pair recently announced that renowned house producer Tommy Trash would be providing an official rework of their tune. Today, he’s delivered his remix via mau5trap. Tommy Trash’s remix of “Bridged By a Lightwave” is downright enchanting. It feels like a natural progression for the song, shrewdly using the bones of the original to reimagine the track while fully embracing his own sound. Kiesza’s haunting voice remains completely untouched, as the Australian dance music vet has stripped back the fluttery elements for sporadic synth trills ...
