MUSIC RELEASES
BILLYTHEKID Drops Wonky Dubstep Bomb “Locked & Loaded”
Novel bass producer BILLYTHEKID may be new to the electronic music world, but he has stomped his way onto the scene with his emphatic debut, “Locked & Loaded.” With its screeching sound design and thunderous bass, “Locked & Loaded” is as sinister as the artist’s namesake, which is inspired by the eponymous notorious outlaw and gunfighter from the American Old West. Vicious bass patches run roughshod through its drops, flanked by frenetic, siren-like synths that slice through the pristine trap arrangement with ferocity akin to TYNAN or HEKLER. What makes the track special, however, is its breakdown, which features orchestral strings and marching snare patterns that hearken back to the Wild West. The unique sound design eventually builds and cu...
Tiësto Shares New “Summer Sessions” Playlist on Amazon Music
Just in time for the final month of summer is a brand new Amazon Music “Summer Sessions” playlist from Tiësto. The mainstay Dutch DJ and producer has put together two-and-a-half hours of his favorite music to help close out the hottest season of the year. Included in his playlist is music from himself, Oliver Heldens, Jayda G, David Guetta and Morten, Saint Jhn, and many more. Also featured is an Amazon-exclusive remix from Ummet Ozcan of his track “Tomorrow” featuring 433. Throughout the summer, the online retail giant has been using their music branch to release playlists from some of dance music’s leading acts. Late last month, they recruited the help of Disclosure for a five-hour collection. In addition to the young duo, fans ...
Watch Eliminate Remix the “Fall Guys” Theme Song Into a Synthwave Smash
With an electrifying, quirky trap sound and a comedic touch to match, bass music artist Eliminate has found his stride not only as a producer, but also as a YouTuber. His hilarious stable of videos includes clips of him sampling a toilet flush to make house music, harnessing the sound of his own burps to make dubstep, and even making a song without ever listening to it. Eliminate’s latest madcap video arrives in the form of a reimagination of the Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout theme song, which he mutated into a synthwave smash. In the nearly 11-minute video, he walks his subscribers through the nuts and bolts of the remix, displaying how he crafted the chord progressions, layered each sound, and designed the lush, gooey synths synonymous with the budding genre. The bat...
Don Diablo Explains How His Official Rework of The Killers’ “Mr. Brightside” Came About
When Don Diablo took on the daunting task of remixing one of the most inescapable rock songs of the 21st century, the thought of an official release didn’t even cross his mind. There are a litany of hoops to jump through when working with a song as iconic as The Killers‘ “Mr. Brightside.” Licensing issues, band approvals, and convoluted clearance obstacles are just three of the headaches associated with the initiative. When he first produced his dazzling version of the generational anthem, which officially hit streaming platforms on August 20th, Diablo clearly had those hurdles in mind, saying that it was exclusively for his DJ sets. After teasing it in many of his live shows, the future house kingpin ended up receiving an overwhelming amount of ...
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Flamingosis’ “Wild Summer” is a Tribute to His Father’s Legacy and Frisbee Career [Premiere]
Flamingosis is sharing a piece of his family history with fans along with the release of his breezy summertime tune “Wild Summer.” The song marks a stylistic “re-introduction” for the producer, whose sound has been characterized by 70’s and 80’s influenced old school funk. Flamingosis has spent a better part of a year in the studio since his last release, keeping his head down and fine-tuning his approach, swapping an emphasis on sample-driven music for face time with prominent instrumentalists. Hearing the call and response of crisp trumpet fanfare and sultry guitar riffs that shape “Wild Summer” makes for a satisfying first glimpse as to what Flamingosis has in store moving forward. The producer’s latest effort arrives with a music vi...
Above & Beyond Drop Stunning Trance Single “I Saw Good” on Anjunabeats
We’re running out of superlatives for Above & Beyond. The legendary trance trio continues to one-up themselves with each new release, celebrating the 20th anniversary of their iconic Anjunabeats banner in style. Their latest masterstroke recently hit streaming platforms in the form of a new track called “I Saw Good,” which arrived by way of Anjunabeats on August 24th, 2020. With hypnotic synth work, intrinsically authentic melodies, and expertly programmed bass plucks in the drop, the soaring single oozes the euphoric trance flair that helped Above & Beyond catapult to international stardom in the late aughts. It’s yet another microcosm of their concerted effort to push the boundaries of trance and progressive house—a venture that has remained...
Porter Robinson Announces Next “Nurture” Single is Dropping Tomorrow
Porter Robinson fans can breathe a sigh of relief. The electronic music wunderkind has announced that the next single from Nurture is on the way. Porter took to Twitter today to announce that the track will officially drop tomorrow, sharing nothing but a cryptic photo and an incisive caption that simply reads, “the new single from Nurture comes out tomorrow.” The hype surrounding Porter’s much-ballyhooed sophomore album is at a tipping point. The follow-up to his fan-favorite debut Worlds, Nurture has been a topic of much anticipation not only in his fervid fanbase, but also the EDM community at large. The third single follows the releases of “Get Your Wish” and “Something Comforting,” both of which represent signature Porter Robinso...
Illenium Teases New Single “Nightlight” and Shares Release Date
Following the release of his ASCEND (Tour Edits) collection back in June, Illenium has officially announced his next single. On Twitter, the melodic bass icon tweeted out the cover art, pre-save link, release date, and the song’s title, “Nightlight.” At the time of writing, there are no other details or teasers provided, so fans will have to wait patiently for the track’s release. This will be his first original solo offering in quite some time. His most recent releases were the aforementioned edit compilation, May’s ASCEND (Remixes), and his mega-collab with Excision and I Prevail, “Feel Something.” “Nightlight” by Illenium is set to release this Friday, August 28th. You can pre-save the upcoming single on Spotify and A...
Aweminus Drops Dubstep Flip of “Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout” Theme Song
If you’re even remotely interested in video games or have simply been on the Internet lately, you’ve likely heard of the newest pop culture sensation Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout. Trading out guns and violence for whimsical obstacle courses filled with giant fruit, slime, and adorable jelly bean characters, the game is a refreshing change of pace from the now-familiar battle royale recipe. Almost as addicting as the gameplay is its cheerful soundtrack from Finland’s Jukio Kallio and Daniel Hagström. Bubbly and upbeat, the original offering complements the light-hearted nature of the game perfectly. Those looking for something with a little more bite to accompany their gaming are in luck after Aweminus dropped a dubstep flip of the ...
ODESZA and Golden Features Release BRONSON Commentary Album
ODESZA and Golden Features shocked the world when they announced their new supergroup, BRONSON, back in April 2020. A step away from the trio’s traditional sound, fans were excited to hear their amalgam with the release of their debut LP earlier in the month. In an effort to give listeners a chance to learn about what went into their newest project, the group has released a new commentary album to accompany the original. With the new release, listeners can hear how BRONSON came to be, information about the recording process, some of their inspirations, and statements from the featured guests on the album. In a press release, BRONSON shared a statement further describing the new behind-the-scenes feature. COMMENTARY is just that – an elucidation on our d...
Listen to a Preview of Disclosure’s Collaboration with Kehlani from Upcoming “Energy” Album
With less than one week to go before the release of their highly anticipated third studio album Energy, Disclosure have decided to offer one last sneak peak into their first record in over five years. The Grammy Award-nominated hitmakers took to social media today to share a preview of one of the album’s most high-profile collaborations, “Birthday” with Kehlani and Syd. Dialing down the BPM, the track strays from Disclosure’s proclivity to produce deep house cuts and instead offers up a sultry, R&B-inspired cut. The clip is short, but we can hear breezy synth plucks and warm vinyl fuzz, which coalesce under Kehlani’s seductive vocal flair. Due to its arrangement and sound design, the single sounds like a de facto follow-up to “Talk,” Khal...
SWARM and Brian Lenington Make Peace with Isolation on Harrowing “I’ll Never See The World”
For his latest tune, SWARM recruited the help of I-Exist‘s Brian Lenington for “I’ll Never See The World,” a single that moonlights as an emotive tale of loneliness in the afterlife. Focused on a being trapped in purgatory with no end in sight, listeners witness the protagonist come to grips with their new reality. The engaging story is brought forth by forbidding bass and mechanized growls combined with Lenington’s harrowing narration. SWARM revealed that his latest is one of his personal favorites and represents everything he’s set out to accomplish with his sound. He also mentions that despite its bleak nature, the track is meant to help one cope with the feeling of isolation many of us face. This song is absolutely everything...
