MUSIC RELEASES
MOSKA Taps Markem and LA GURÚ to Deliver a Touching Tribute to Their Roots: Listen
After a prolonged period when millions around the world have experienced separation from family and friends due to the onset of the global pandemic, the pull back home is stronger than ever before. And for every culture, there is a specific sound that can transport people back to their roots. For Latin American producers MOSKA and Markem, and singer-songwriter LA GURÚ, it is this sentiment that forms the central message of their latest single, “Mi Tierra.” Drawing inspiration from the Colombian and Venezuelan culture, the trio crafted a loving tribute to their homeland. Coalescing ancient compositions and ancestral instruments with modern electronica, “Mi Tierra” is an anthemic tune for the next generation. According to Markem, the idea was to “...
Max M is “Coming Through” With His Latest Electro-Pop Single
Since 2019, Max M has been establishing himself as a tastemaker in the dance-pop scene. With his powerful rhythms and memorable melodies, Max M has released several catchy tunes as of late, including “Imaginary Problems,” “If This Is What It Feels Like” (with Chris Willis and Della Ciprian), and most notably, “Coming Through.” The vocalist that appears in “Coming Through” is an artist who Max M has worked with multiple times now, as her voice aligns with this vision of what he believes a memorable pop song should sound like. Pairing captivating lyricism with an unexpected blend of urban, electronic, and rock influences, Max M is known for making music against the current and “Coming Through” is no exception. Check out ...
Listen to Matt Sassari’s Hypnotic Techno Track, “Goi”
Matt Sassari is a relatively new name in the techno scene, but his latest single sounds like it was produced by a seasoned vet. And at this rate, that distinction seems like a foregone conclusion. The track is called “Goi,” and it’s out now by way of There Is A Light Records alongside a remix by Ramon Tapia. Dark, hypnotic and replete with industrial sound design, “Goi” is signature Sassari. The blue-ribbon techno tune blends soulful vocal samples with ominous soundscapes, all driven by a relentless bassline that chugs and churns with ferocity. It’s a dichotomy that eludes many producers, but one that Sassari has clearly mastered. Tapia’s remix goes even deeper into the techno netherworld, dialing up the tempo in his heart-racing remix. All in all,...
Listen to Fort Knox Five and Lazy Syrup Orchestra’s Trippy G-Funk Track, “Start the Ride”
Jumpstart the weekend with Fort Knox Five and Lazy Syrup Orchestra’s first-ever collab. Despite many years of friendship, the two groups have yet to collaborate on an original tune—until now. Out now by way of Fort Knox Recordings, “Start the Ride” encapsulates the seasoned production prowess of Fort Knox Five while incorporating the free-spirited instrumental soundscapes that the Lazy Syrup Orchestra are known for. With nearly two decades of experience under their belt, each release from Fort Knox Five offers an eclectic mix of funk, soul, jazz, hip-hop and electronic music. Ultimately, the goal has always been to take listeners on a journey, and their new single is no exception. “Pack your bags, the psychedelic funk ship is about to set sail with ...
Enter the Maze of Punishment On SVDDEN DEATH’s Debut Album, “VOYD II”
SVDDEN DEATH‘s debut album is the perfect companion for Elden Ring binging. Broken into five unique acts, VOYD II is the quintessential SVDDEN DEATH project. Combining experimental, heavy sounds with his signature dark fantasy aesthetic, his debut LP takes listeners deeper into a world of medieval horror with every track. As listeners turn the first page of the metaphorical book of VOYD, they are met with an ominous rumbling. Some say the sounds are reminiscent of fire and brimstone while others hear the stomping footsteps of a gargantuan beast. All that’s known for sure is that listeners will be subjected to their own worst nightmare, filtering out those not willing to face their fears. A treat to longtime fans of SVDDEN DEATH, the opening act features three tracks w...
Candyland’s Josie Martin On Reunion After 8 Years: “Hopefully, Our Fans Get to Relive Some Memories”
Candyland are officially back—and with renewed perspective and a creative direction they’re embracing in earnest. In a new interview with EDM.com, Candyland’s Josie Martin explains that the decision to walk away from the music industry in 2019 felt like a “life or death” moment. It was an uncertain end to the Candyland saga, a project that started with a duo skyrocketing to prominence after delivering viral remixes of early 2010s dance hits from Bingo Players, Krewella, Skrillex, and more. But as quickly as their success began, Josie Martin and Ethan Davis found themselves going separate ways in 2014. Martin would continue Candyland solo following the split. Fortunately, however, the story doesn’t end there. In fact, Martin views walking away as one of the bes...
NGHTMRE and SLANDER Unfurl New Chapter In Collaborative Saga With Emotive Single, “Fall Into Me”
The latest offering in the saga of NGHTMRE and SLANDER is a tonal switch-up from the “gud” vibrations of yesteryear. Their new single “Fall Into Me,” the lead from NGHTMRE’s forthcoming debut album, sees the bass music virtuoso back on a collision course with his most frequent collaborators. However, unlike prior efforts, “Fall Into Me” is characterized by heartstring-tugging verses and somber chord progressions. SLANDER and Dylan Matthew, seemingly have hit-making down to a science, and “Fall Into Me” has the ingredients to continue the trend. Matthew’s vocals are precluded by a melancholic piano solo in the track’s introduction. The “Love Is Gone” vocalist does what he does best, delivering a powerful ver...
Above & Beyond Create Cinematic Soundtrack for Climate Change Documentary, “The Last Glaciers”
This year’s World Water Day will arrive with an earnest message: our world’s glaciers are in a fragile state. Above & Beyond are contributing their production prowess to a new documentary, The Last Glaciers, which explores the effects of climate change on some of the world’s oldest landmarks. Spearheaded by Craig Leeson and Malcolm Wood, the 40-minute documentary takes viewers on a simultaneous journey through Antarctica, the Himalaya, Alps, and the Andes, home to the world’s most challenging and breathtaking environments. Above & Beyond’s soundtracking efforts mark the legendary trio’s first of their career. They find themselves in good company with classically trained British composer and producer Darren ...
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EDM.com Playlist Picks: A-Trak, Tiësto and Don Diablo [3/18/22]
The electronic music community is constantly evolving with new sounds every week, as artists become more innovative with their compositions. EDM.com’s weekly “Playlist Picks” series highlights the top releases in the genre, helping uncover the latest tracks that will soon dominate the dance music scene. EDM.com Top Hits Spit – A-Trak Melody (Tiësto Remix) – Sigala Gotta Let U Go – Don Diablo & Dominica Festival Hits 2022 Lightning Strikes – Gabry Ponte & Justus Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles Industria – HI-LO, Eli Brown, Oliver Heldens Madonna – HUGEL & LOVRA Electronic Avenue High (Crankdat Remix) – The Chainsmokers Sky Is Crying (Kasbo Remix) – ZHU Fall Into Me (Feat. Dylan Matthew) – NGHTM...
Listen to Ace Aura’s Bass-Fueled “Class of 2022” Playlist
Following his induction to the EDM.com Class of 2022, Ace Aura is here with an exclusive playlist to give us a taste of what he’s been listening to this year. Aura took 2021 by storm, unleashing a slew of earth-shaking hits like “Resist” (with Subtronics) and “Falling For You” (with Slippy). His reign became even more dominant after the release of his stellar Gem World EP via Never Say Die. This year looks to be another huge one for the Texas-born producer, who released his hotly anticipated single “UMBRA” (with Voicians) on Monstercat. In addition to the sheer amount of expertly crafted music he released last year, he also booked some of his biggest performances yet. He hit the road with Subtronics on the dubstep superstar’s ̶...
First Listen: Check Out This Trippy, Ambient Remix First Heard In “Dexter: New Blood”
Dexter‘s Michael C. Hall isn’t a name you’d typically find on EDM.com. But the award-winning actor is also an accomplished musician and the lead vocalist of Princess Goes to the Butterfly Museum, an electronic rock band he fronts alongside keyboardist Matt Katz-Bohen and drummer Peter Yanowitz. The trio have now released a remix of their debut, “Ketamine,” which originally aired during an episode of Dexter: New Blood. The remix was created by Brandon Bost, a prodigious music producer and audio engineer who Hall called “the fourth member of our band” in a statement provided to EDM.com. Take a listen to Bost’s remix below, exclusively via EDM.com. Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles Bost did a remarkable job of capturing the mesmeric, ...
“Get Your Body Movin” to 3VERYNIGHT’s Groovy Tech House Jam
It’s safe to say the pandemic is in the rearview, and rising house music producer 3VERYNIGHT wants to get everyone back on the dancefloor. His latest single is called “Get Your Body Movin,” and it’s a groovy tech house jam that moonlights as a call-to-action. Driven by a soulful refrain, the kinetic track was designed for clubs and would also fit right into 2022 festival sets. Disco-inspired sound design and quirky plucks run roughshod through the drop, which whips with the four-on-the-floor magnetism of a house anthem from Cloonee or Biscits. But the unquestioned highlight of “Get Your Body Movin” is its thick and thumping bassline, which churns throughout the arrangement. It acts as a bedrock, resolutely chugging through while 3VERYNIGHT...
