MUSIC RELEASES
ODESZA and Ólafur Arnalds Captivate In Final “The Last Goodbye” Album Single: Listen to “Light of Day”
After the release of ODESZA‘s newest single, the hype for their long-awaited fourth album is bubbling over. The Last Goodbye is less than two weeks away, but the beloved duo have decided to give fans one last taste of honey before the hive. ODESZA today released “Light of Day,” a haunting collaboration with fellow Grammy-nominated multi-instrumentalist Ólafur Arnalds. A cinematic electronic ballad, the cathartic “Light of Day” finds ODESZA further embracing house music in ways they never have before. The track’s four-on-the-floor rhythms are beautifully contrasted by the ambient textures of Arnalds, a renowned Icelandic musician who ODESZA called “an incredible artist.” “‘Light of Day’ was one of the firs...
Nala Launches “Femme-Dominated” Record Label, Mi Domina
After years of honing her craft in the underground dance scene, Los Angeles-based DJ, house music producer and vocalist Nala has quickly become a fast-rising star. Harnessing a unique, Riot Grrrl-inspired sound that blends 90s punk aesthetics with analog synthesizers, she writes electronic music with a conscious edge. Nala has now launched a new record label, Mi Domina, a “femme-dominated” platform “where women are in charge,” per a press release shared with EDM.com. The name translates to “Dominate Me,” a phrase which functions as an ode to Nala’s Italian heritage. Serving as Mi Domina’s inaugural record is Nala’s new three-track EP, Get Familiar, a joint record with fellow Dirtybird artist E.R.N.E.S.T.O. Blending funky tech ho...
Nils Hoffmann Announces Sophomore Album, Shares Pensive Single “Let Me Go”
Combining soothing soundscapes with mesmerizing melodies, Nils Hoffmann’s latest release is a stunner. The Berlin-based producer has returned to Anjunadeep with a new single, “Let Me Go” (with TENDER), which coincides with the launch of a brand new chapter in his blossoming career. Directly following his recent double-single “9 Days / Cranes,” the new track is the first taste of its 26-year-old creator’s sophomore album, A Radiant Sign. “Let Me Go” masterfully blends Hoffmann and TENDER’s production styles while juxtaposing minimal bridge sections with cathartic drops. Tastefully drawing from their inspirations, they interpolate potent analog synths and warm low end frequencies to curate a heady dance record. Take a listen to “Let Me Go” below. Scroll to Co...
EDM.com Presents: The House Brew, Vol. 11
“It Knows” – Sven Lochenhoer Sven Lochenhoer’s It Knows EP is a nod to the 2005 origins of Dirtybird: left-field, wonky house music. Crafted for the club, the titular track blends piano melodies, warped chords and warm basslines. “It Was Misunderstood” – Tal Fussman Innervisions’ Secret Weapons series is chock full of dancefloor-smashing house and techno curated by label heads Dixon and Âme. The 14th edition arrives armed with “It Was Misunderstood,” a particularly lethal tune by Tal Fussman. “Majboor” – SIDD Sampling a famous Noor Jehan song on “Majboor,” SIDD continues his streak of tech house with a Pakistani touch. An Urdu word that translates to being compelled and helpless, “Majboor” is a fitting title for the track, which was written when SIDD had to quarantin...
SG Lewis’ New Double-Single Was Inspired By Daft Punk’s “Discovery”: Listen
Disco darling SG Lewis has returned with the music industry’s equivalent of a double feature: a banging double A-side single. Marking his debut on dance music industry heavyweight Astralwerks, “Missing You” and “Something About Your Love” are out now. According to Lewis, the two tracks are an ode to 70s and 80s club music, evolving the disco themes of his debut album, times, into the next era of dancefloor movers and shakers. The resulting effect is comforting and nostalgic yet stirringly emphatic, composed of gilded synthwave melodies and glistening sound design. And by acting as each others’ tonal foils, they together capture the ethos of a modern Molly Ringwald, dancing the end of a movie away under a disco ball at prom. Then there are the ...
W&W Turn Back the Clock With “BIG ROOM 2013 ID” Teaser
W&W are throwing it back to 2013. Part-electro and part-Dutch house with a tinge of complextro influence, the big room house revolution of the early 2010s was a golden era of mainstage festival culture. As today’s festivals return to form at scale—and with a renewed sense of enthusiasm—W&W are making a bet on rekindling that magic again. The veteran dance music duo took to Instagram to tease a “NEW 2013 BIGROOM ID” that has the dance music hive mind chattering with anticipation. With a soaring, anthemic melody, the track storms into a powerful build that culminates in a drop all but certain to send audiences into a frenzied state. Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles As early purveyors of the big room movement, W&W are uniquely fit to...
DJ Snake Teases Huge House ID Amid Run of 2022 European Shows: Watch
Someone grab a fire extinguisher because DJ Snake‘s summer of madness may just be heating up. In the wake of his career-defining performance at the famed Parc des Prince stadium, the chart-topping Parisian producer took to Twitter to tease his latest creation, an incendiary house music track with stadium-filling energy. While the teaser itself is brief, early signs show Snake is diving back down the house rabbit hole where he’s been known to hang out with long-time tour accomplice Malaa. Snake was feeling the moment while setting the crowd in motion amid a massive European leg of shows. Incidentally, Snake’s teaser isn’t the only evidence he’s been hard at work in the studio. Crankdat recently revealed that during Snake’s aforementioned Parc des Prince p...
Infected Mushroom Announce 25-Year Anniversary Album, Unveil First Single “A Cookie From Space”
Celebrating their 25th anniversary, psytrance pioneers Infected Mushroom have announced new album, IM25. Kicking off the record today, the tandem released their first single, “A Cookie From Space,” in collaboration with Israeli compatriot Bliss. “A Cookie From Space” is a 10-minute-long endeavor, taking fans on a gripping journey through Infected Mushroom’s prismatic sound design. Embodying a trip through the galaxy, the duo perfectly balance psychedelic highs with electric guitar licks and otherworldly synths. “The title comes from the lyrics which say, ‘A cookie from space is melting your face,'” explained Infected Mushroom in statement. “Bliss wrote it, and when someone has a mullet from space, you don’t ask for the meaning, you just sit in awe of the inspi...
SLANDER and Ashley Drake Connect On Heartfelt Single, “Halfway Down”
Returning with yet another emotive single, SLANDER and Ashley Drake tug on listeners’ heartstrings with their new collab, “Halfway Down,” out via the former’s Heaven Sent imprint. SLANDER have long been known for their diverse production skillset, ranging from teeth-chattering dubstep tracks to profound melodic records. “Halfway Down” falls into the latter category, as Drake’s somber vocals help cultivate the perfect atmosphere for the duo’s softer side. Soaring synths and hard-hitting percussion accompany the aching lyricism, allowing a unique soundscape to unfold. Take a listen to “Halfway Down” below. Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles SLANDER’s years-long stream of success has only continued to grow in 202...
Dillon Francis, ILLENIUM and EVAN GIIA Team Up for Stunning Single, “Don’t Let Me Let Go”: Listen
A trifecta of dance music dynamos have joined forces for a new single, which has been over two years in the making. Dillon Francis has tapped ILLENIUM and EVAN GIIA for “Don’t Let Me Let Go,” the first taste of his hotly anticipated This Mixtape Is Fire TOO record. The track features a stentorian vocal performance from GIIA, whose pensive lyricism candidly explores the struggles associated with keeping the flame of a deteriorating relationship alight. Soaring future bass production courtesy of Francis and ILLENIUM soundtrack her soliloquies about coping mechanisms—like lonely wine nights—in a captivating cry for help. “Don’t Let Me Let Go” arrives by way of Astralwerks, who was named Best Record Label in EDM.com‘s “Best of 2021: Industry...
HUGEL Fuses Reggaeton and House Music In New Single, “Tamo Loco”
In the midst of a prolific year, surging house music producer HUGEL is back yet again with a new single, “Tamo Loco.” Created in collaboration with global reggaeton stars Lorna and Jenn Morel, “Tamo Loco” only serves to further solidify HUGEL’s presence in the Latin house scene. And it’s destined to dominate dancefloors and entrance audiences all summer long. HUGEL teamed up with Panamanian reggaeton singer Lorna and Dominican-American rapper Jenn Morel for the playful vocals of “Tamo Loco.” Morel sets the tone with powerful bars, which complement Lorna’s staccato voice throughout the track as HUGEL produces crisp drums and sultry, crescendoing bassline. Add in some sax and you’re left with a sexy and irresistible dance beat. Si...
Listen to Idris Elba’s Mischievous Single, “Body Shots”
Idris Elba is a true force to be reckoned with. The DJ, house music producer and Golden Globe-winning actor has now returned to his very own 7WALLACE record label for a new single, “Body Shots.” Made for the club, this record will surely have dancefloors moving and grooving. In signature Elba style, the song has a suave attitude and feel. A sultry house beat combines with playful chords, mischievous horns and vocals that rap about body shots, setting the scene for an extravagant night out. Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles In addition to running his own imprint, Elba is currently working on his Summer Bits project. For eight weeks this summer, he will be dropping a new DJ mix every Friday. Listen to Volume 1 and Volume 2 now and stay tuned for the rest. Elba will also be spending his...
