MUSIC RELEASES
Listen to a Preview of CloZee’s Soaring Official Remix of Big Gigantic’s “You’re The One”
The blossoming career of bass music star CloZee continues to unfurl before our eyes with each spellbinding release. Following the release of her critically acclaimed sophomore album Neon Jungle, the French prodigy is now on the remix tip with an official rework of Big Gigantic‘s “You’re The One.” CloZee took to Twitter to share a preview of her remix of the electronic jam, which features the seemingly omnipresent Nevve on vocals. The clip is more than enough to get fans excited, as she introduces them to a glimpse into the track’s build and soaring drop—and her dog. Keeping Big Gigantic’s pristine saxophones in tact, she produces potent saws underneath, imbuing a euphoric sonic boom that moonlights as a shot of adrenaline into th...
Calvin Harris and The Weeknd Drop Interdimensional Video for “Over Now”
On Friday, Calvin Harris and The Weeknd released their funky new single, “Over Now.” Accompanying the song’s debut, days later, is the release of the official music video for the single. The video sees The Weeknd travel through space and time and take on a number of different forms throughout the psychedelic adventure. As he shapeshifts between human, robot, alien, and beyond, viewers are transported to sunsets, synthwave cities, outer space, and more while the collaborative tune guides the way. The visual spectacle pairs well with the smooth, futuristic sound of “Over Now.” While we didn’t know it at the time, the duo teased the theme and imagery of the new video in their release date announcement last week. “Over Now” by Calvin Harris...
boiish Drop Tech House Remix of VenessaMichaels and Kaleena Zanders’ “Creme Brûlée”
Last month, VenessaMichaels and Kaleena Zanders made waves with their tasty summertime single “Creme Brûlée.” In an effort to keep the sun shining as we approach the end of the season, the duo released a remix EP featuring four spins of their signature dish. Included in the collection of tunes is a new tech house remix from Miami duo boiish. While the original was more suited for a sunny day by the pool, boiish crafted the soundtrack for what happens when the sun goes down. Reminiscent of packed dance-floors lit up by nothing but LED screens and lasers, the bouncing beat brings the sound of their hometown to life. VenessaMichaels and Kaleena Zanders gave a special shoutout to boiish after their remix was featured at the top of Spotify‘s Dance Rising playlist—the...
“I’m Remixing a Car”: Matthew Dear Harnesses Sounds of the Mustang Mach-E for New Electronic Song
The multi-talented Matthew Dear has found inspiration from an unexpected source for his latest release. Known for experimenting with his work, the Motor City native used sounds from the Ford Motor Company‘s all-electric vehicle, the Mustang Mach-E, for a new electronic track titled “New Breed (The Mustang Mach-E Remix).” He sets the scene immediately with an introduction featuring the sounds of the car traveling down a road. As listeners race towards the checkered flag, he swerves between a steady futuristic beat and robotic vocals to create a soundscape dripping with retro-futurism imagery. While working with a car company on a track is surprising in and of itself, Dear actually went as far as to say his experience with Ford was one of his favorites a...
TyDi Delivers Quarantine-Themed Track “New Normal” Featuring Bella Renee
Although TyDi has steadily released music throughout 2020, it hasn’t been an easy task. His latest single with Bella Renee, “New Normal,” discusses the struggles they’ve faced writing music while the world is seemingly on fire. “New Normal” is a catchy, pop-infused single that’s reminiscent of TyDi’s recent releases. Bella Renee makes her debut on this track with lyrics that express confusion and frustration all while encouraging positivity during these unprecedented times. Her fresh vocals blend effortlessly with TyDi’s laid-back yet intricate production, creating a relaxing and uplifting atmosphere built upon delicate guitar riffs and floaty synths. TyDi elaborates that this tune allowed him to vent after hitting some ...
Jay Robinson Delivers a Heavy Dose of Acid House on Monster “Pomegranate” Remix for deadmau5 and The Neptunes
“Pomegranate” is the gift that keeps giving, with Jay Robinson next to join the impressive lineup of artists chosen to remix the hit from deadmau5 and The Neptunes . Praised as your favorite DJ’s favorite producer, Robinson flips the original on its head, delivering a heavy dose of acid bass that stands out from its peers. The remix diverts the attention away from Pharrell’s vocals to focus more on the beat work. The result is a hypnotic production that is bound to light up club floors around the world once they reopen. The steady house four-on-the-floor pace paired with the short vocal chops keep things interesting and energizing. It’s no wonder it was chosen to top deadmau5’s Spotify x Peloton Power Hour playlist takeover, because ...
Honey Dijon Discusses Origins of Her “Realness Remix” for Lady Gaga In Insightful Apple Music Interview
Honey Dijon dropped a statement-making remix of Lady Gaga‘s “Free Woman” this week and sat down with Zane Lowe to discuss how it all went down in an illuminating, wide-ranging interview. The Chicago-born house DJ and producer released her remix of Lady Gaga’s “Free Woman,” a cut from the latter’s Chromatica album, playing up the song’s natural club elements, adding a thumping foundational kick and layering in supportive rhythmic instrumentation. While the remix choice feels like a natural fit, the story of how the project ultimately came to fruition was somewhat circuitous. Honey Dijon told Lowe she was originally offered the opportunity to remix Lady Gaga and Ariana Grande‘s “Rain On Me.” Ultimately, she did not f...
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AFK Delivers Destructive Remix of Riot Ten and Whales’ “Save You” [Premiere]
Four months ago, dubstep heavyweights Riot Ten and Whales teamed up for an epic and emotive dubstep banger with an old-school twist, “Save You (feat. Megan Stokes).” Now the track’s remixes have arrived, and AFK delivered a tantalizing twist on the original. Brutally emotional, AFK’s remix of “Save You” compliments the original work while lending it some serious punch. Crushing bass stabs and intricate, growling synth work give the main section all the firepower it needs to become an instant standout within the remix package and beyond. The headbang-worthy elements aren’t all that AFK’s rework has to offer, though. Within the vocal section, a classic drum & bass-inspired reese bass keeps things subdued for a time, but the pressu...
Watch Elderbrook’s Haunting Live Cover of Drake’s “Toosie Slide”
Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, renowned English electronic music Elderbrook was on a barnstorming journey to superstardom, touring the world and proliferating his unique electro-soul sound. Since his tours consisted of a lot of time spent in hotels, he decided to cover some of his favorite songs in his down time and share them with fans. One of those covers is a haunting take on Drake‘s chart-topping hip-hop anthem “Toosie Slide.” Covering a song of this magnitude may present a daunting task to most, but with an innate ability to inject soul regardless of genre, Elderbrook does so with a phlegmatic nonchalance. He makes it look easy, stripping the thumping original down to its barebones and deconstructing its heavy bass elements before replacing them with melan...
The Mighty Azgard Return with “Primordial” EP
Earlier this year, Chicago based dubstep duo Azgard introduced headbangers to their maker with the Enforcer EP. Now, they’re back with a new five-track release on Phunk Junk Records that’s sure to soar to even greater heights. The Primordial EP packs enough punch to put Mjolnir to shame. Azgard’s relentlessly crushing bass and hard-hitting drums are a dubstep aficionado’s delight, consistently present on each track. But that doesn’t mean that each song doesn’t have a unique identity within the release. “Get Some (feat. Jamo),” the EP’s opening track, sets the stage for the rest of Primordial with a staggeringly heavy 2020 dubstep sound complete with hip-hop inspired vocal work. The title track b...
KRANE and The Griswolds Team Up for Emotional Future Bass Anthem “All I Need”
Coming off the release of two EPs, KRANE is back with The Griswolds for a beautifully crafted collaboration. “All I Need” combines KRANE’s cinematic soundscapes with bold, emotional vocals from The Griswolds. The track is everything we wanted and needed from KRANE for his first Dim Mak release of 2020 and serves as a taste of his highly anticipated sophomore LP. “For me, this song is about old repetitive things and being resigned to the destructive patterns when we struggle,” KRANE said in a statement. “It’s about that stuck feeling when we think we are missing something. ‘All I Need’ was written at a time in life when I was contending with these wasteful patterns, and I think others may be too. And through trying and failing, what’s left is this fe...
GRAVEDGR, Hekler, and Natalie 2V Unleash Genre-Bending Single “CAME FROM HELL”
Both GRAVEDGR and HEKLER have kept busy in 2020. The former released his debut album 6 FEET UNDER to positive reception, while the latter has dropped a consistent stream of singles. The two have now joined forces with Natalie 2V for “CAME FROM HELL,” out via Carnage‘s Heavyweight Records. Originally set to debut at Rampage Open Air this year, “CAME FROM HELL” is a genre-bending bop. Natalie 2V’s gentle vocals serve as an excellent intro, guiding listeners into two wildly different drops. The first is pure drum & bass goodness, complete with industrial-sounding synths and crisp percussion. The second maintains the energy from the first drop, but distorted kicks take over and transform the tune into a psytrance smash. Whil...
