MUSIC RELEASES
A.M.C Injects Koven’s “Followers” With Pure Energy
Drum & bass super duo Koven wowed listeners with their Monstercat debut album, Butterfly Effect, back in March. Now, drum & bass maven A.M.C has just offered up his take on one of the album’s stunning singles, “Followers,” and it’s full of his signature energy. A.M.C’s remix of “Followers” is a relentlessly vigorous offering from Drum&BassArena‘s 2019 “Best DJ” winner. Following up his own 2019 debut album, the aptly titled Energy, an EP release with four VIPs from the album, and a slew of impressive singles, A.M.C cranks “Followers” up to eleven with classically punchy drums, rugged bass work, and a four-to-the-floor section designed to dominate the dance floor. The massive r...
Watch This Drummer Shred a Live Cover of Illenium, Tom DeLonge, and Angels & Airwaves’ “Paper Thin”
Back in October 2020, Illenium teamed up with Tom DeLonge and his band Angels & Airwaves for “Paper Thin,” a massive collaboration and an unquestioned career highlight for the renowned electronic music producer. Now, the track has received a roaring live cover from drummer Robert Leht. Leht’s cover is raw and emotive, and his passion is evident from the get-go. “Illenium’s music is always such a treat to play on the drums,” he wrote in the video’s description. “I love the fact he uses live drums in most of his live shows and it’s always an extra dose of motivation to watch his shows, because I often imagine myself playing the drums on a stage like that.” You can watch Leht’s cover of “Paper Thin” be...
CharlestheFirst Signals Return With Introspective Single “Out of the Dark”
Earlier today, sonic storyteller extraordinaire CharlestheFirst reunited with listeners via “Out of the Dark,” a psychedelic, genre-spanning adventure through sound. The single is his first release since last October, and instantly reanimates excitement for his evolving, innovative approach to production. This preview also sets the stage for his forthcoming LP, Solus, due out in early 2021. CharlestheFirst has become an increasingly alluring figure and coveted tastemaker since first emerging in 2014. The Lake Tahoe-born producer grew up heavily inspired by the Sierra Nevada mountain range, which has led to a naturalist ethos in both his art and storytelling. His style is influenced by hip-hop production and songwriting, which coalesce seamlessly into lush and experimental electronic c...
Eric Prydz Shares Preview of Upcoming Charles D Track “You” on Pryda Presents
Eric Prydz has shared some exciting new music that’s on its way from techno artist Charles D. The track is called “You,” and it’s due for release this Friday under Prydz’ Pryda Presents banner. Fans have been waiting patiently for this track to receive an official release date since the label head dropped it during one of his world-renowned sets. From the preview, it’s clear we are all in for a treat with this one. It’s the perfect example of haunting, hard-hitting techno that will make you wish you didn’t take for granted those sweaty late-nights at a laser-filled show. As Eric Prydz would say, it’s a “proppa chugga.” Charles D is a name you need to know. The Italian born, NYC-based producer has received support from ...
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Borgore, Hekler, and T-Wayne Collide for Epic frshblood Relaunch [Premiere]
In 2014, Buygore launched its frshblood sub-label to create a home for some of the most prominent and rising names in dubstep. However, the label went silent following its November 16, 2018 release with Subkill. Shortly over two years later, frshblood has announced its long-awaited return and is making up for lost time with a massive comeback compilation, Royal Blood. Royal Blood, exclusively premiering today via EDM.com, will host 27 songs from 34 artists including frshblood alums Code:Pandorum, Decimate, and Haunta and fresh faces such as Ace Aura, ARTIX!, Sora, Cyclops, and more. The leading track from the compilation will appropriately be a filthy collab between rising bass star Hekler, rapper T-Wayne, and Buygore founder Borgore called R...
COLD FAITH Gets Up Close and Personal With Debut EP, “Crying For The Moon”
The four-track project easily integrates delicate emotions, haunting vocals and driving percussion. Rising EDM artist COLD FAITH has hit the ground running with his debut EP, Crying For The Moon, a four-track project with a strong showing of ambient synth arrangement, driving percussion rhythms and breezy soundscapes. Released independently, the tracks are the first from the Japanese artist, who launched his production career just this July with his “Violent Emotions Of Midnight Tokyo Mix” of “Oboro,” one of the songs featured on the EP. The project’s titular track opens Crying For The Moon with a poignant note, introducing the haunting vocals and raw displays of emotion that carry throughout the entire EP. With “Looks Good On Paper,̶...
Skrillex, Ty Dolla $ign, and Juice WRLD to Appear on DJ Scheme’s Upcoming Album “FAMILY”
DJ Scheme’s debut album is set to feature two dozen artists across 17 tracks. Over the weekend, DJ Scheme revealed the tracklist for his highly anticipated debut album FAMILY. Coming next month, the LP will host 17 tracks from the producer and close to two dozen collaborators. On Twitter, Scheme shared the album artwork and tracklist, including each of the songs’ features. Included on the album are appearances from Ty Dolla $ign, Juice WRLD, Lil Yachty, Joey Bada$$, and more. Fans of electronic music were excited to see that the opening track, “Homesick,” will feature Skrillex and Zacari. Many fans may remember that the latter teased an unreleased collaboration with Skrillex and Beam earlier in the month. FAMILY is not the f...
Boogie T Unloads Five New Bass Collaborations on “Joint Force EP”
For his latest EP, Boogie T teamed up with six friends across five new collaborations. Last week, Boogie T prepared fans for an onslaught of bass collaborations with a teaser video announcing his next body of work. On Friday, he opened the floodgates and dropped his new Joint Force EP. Featuring six of his friends across five tracks, the new EP sees the Louisiana native infuse his wonky flair with the distinct sounds of his fellow bass music producers. Longtime fans of Boogie T will feel right at home on “Mash It Up” with Conrank and “Ole Possum” with Bawldy. Both place emphasis on his signature minimal sound, letting the full range of bass from him and his friends take center stage. Those who enjoy the deep and dark side of bass music will find nigh...
Tracklist and Release Date for Cyberpunk 2077’s Soundtrack Announced
The upcoming soundtrack is set to feature music from Grimes, SOPHIE, Nina Kraviz, Run The Jewels, and more. After suffering a number of delays, the video game community is cautiously awaiting the release of one of the most anticipated games in recent memory, Cyberpunk 2077. Currently scheduled to hit the shelves early next month, the game will be a delight for music fans as it includes original tunes from Grimes, SOPHIE, Nina Kraviz, Run The Jewels, and more. The open-world game offers a number of celebrity cameos, including the prominently-featured star of The Matrix and John Wick series, Keanu Reeves. In addition to Reeves, the game will also boast appearances from some of the artists included on the soundtrack. While details are still scarce, we know that Grimes will be included as...
Electronic Music Producers Make Their Mark On BTS’ New Album, “BE”
BTS promised a spectrum of new sounds on their latest effort, and they delivered. South Korean megastars BTS released their ninth studio album this week, BE, the group’s latest since their early 2020 album MAP OF THE SOUL: 7. In August, the group’s label and management company Big Hit Entertainment announced the septet planned to release BE in the fourth quarter of this year. At the time, the group perceived the date to be an ambitious target. Their plan was to become directly involved in every aspect of the album process unlike ever before, which, the group noted, led to uncertainties around the final release date. On the flip-side, an announcement from the group promised the end product would showcase a “richer musical spectrum experience.” T...
KUU Delivers Euphoric Remix of Dua Lipa’s “Levitating” With DaBaby
The trio tap into the essence of Balearic beat while losing none of the infectious pop energy of the original. Since KUU threw their hats into the ring as one of dance music’s brightest new groups, they have not looked back. They can now celebrate yet another win after earning a coveted official remix for global superstar Dua Lipa‘s recent hit “Levitating” featuring DaBaby. The original has already amassed 64 million Spotify streams, which will bring in a lot of new followers for the trio. When a song is as catchy as “Levitating” is, the challenge arises as to how to bring it to the next level. KUU takes it on with impressive expertise, homing in on the hypnotic sound design of Balearic beat and adding in a rolling bassline that makes it near impos...
Armin van Buuren, Brennan Heart, and Dimitri Vegas & Like Me Join Forces for Christmas Anthem
The euphoric “Christmas Time” is the first single from an upcoming Smash The House album. With the holidays comes a plethora of new music, and three dance music heavyweights have thrown their Santa hats into the ring early with a late-November Christmas anthem. Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Armin van Buuren, and Brennan Heart joined forces for “Christmas Time,” teaming up to produce a euphoric progressive house track. The single, which arrives by way of Dimitri Vegas & Like’s Smash The House banner, features a top-line from Dutch compatriot Jeremy Oceans, who delivers a blithe vocal print atop the soaring sound design. Along with the song’s release came the announcement that “Christmas Time” is the first single from an upcoming...
