MUSIC RELEASES
Claptone Releases Remix Pack for “Feel This Way” Ahead of Huge Masquerade Events
When it comes to writing songs that get dancefloors moving, there’s no one quite like Claptone. On “Feel This Way,” the second track off his album Closer, he yet again demonstrated his songwriting and sound design mastery. With the release of a brand new remix pack, Claptone invited longtime collaborators Andhim and Gettoblaster to breathe new life into the song. “The first time I asked Andhim for a remix was around 2015 for a track on my first album Charmer and I’ve been asking and pushing them ever since,” Claptone said. “I’m very happy that they said yes to remix ‘Feel This Way.’” Gettoblaster takes Claptone’s sophisticated sound and infuses a Detroit underground vibe with a pulsing bass line. “We are so excited abou...
Space Yacht Unveils Third “Tech My House” Installment
While Space Yacht‘s fame is often attributed to their one-of-a-kind parties, they’ve also been making waves as a record label. They’ve now returned with the third volume of Tech My House, and it’s filled to the brim with heat. Tech My House Vol. 3 is their most well-rounded house compilation yet, as it features some of the best newcomers to the genre and a handful of veterans. Achilles, Ciszak, Baby Weight, Ian Allen, Case Of The Mondays, and so many more shine on the 16-track compilation, showcasing the tastemaking talents of Space Yacht as well as the talent quickly rising in the house scene. One of the most intoxicating tunes featured on the new compilation is Achilles’ “UPGRADED,” with an addictive four-on-the-floor beat that effortl...
NTO and Tricky Deliver Cinematic Music Video For “Loving You Like Always”
In the fall of 2021, NTO unveiled his highly anticipated debut album, Apnea. A critical and commercial success, the 13-track collection has already garnered millions of streams after only a few months. And the journey now continues with the music video for “Loving You Like Always,” an eerie deep house tune that NTO co-wrote with renowned British artist and former Massive Attack member Tricky. Directed by Pierre+Mathias, the haunting audiovisual takes viewers on a cinematic journey that follows the memories of four longtime friends as they grow through life together. What makes this collaborative effort so special is that Tricky has been one of NTO’s childhood idols and great musical influences. Together, the two created a melodic masterpiece that transcends space and time...
Drezo Launches New Record Label for Artists “Who Are Looking for a Home, But Have Nowhere to Fit In”
Drezo has announced his new label venture, Omens Records, and released its first song. The track, titled “Villain,” is a collaboration with Dread MC and pays homage to Drezo’s classic, dark sound. An eerie bassline pulses throughout the arrangement as Dread MC’s vocals pair effortlessly with the industrial elements of Drezo’s production, highlighted by a pumping midtempo drop. Take a listen to “Villain” below. Drezo has been quiet the past few years, but he’s primed to make up for lost time with the launch of Omens Records. Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles “I wanted to create a new imprint for the budding darker electronic artists who are looking for a home, but have nowhere to really fit in,” Drezo told EDM.com. “I&#...
Terry Golden Enlists Robbie Rosen for Sensational House Single, “Save Me”
With an impressive 30 years of music production under his belt, Danish DJ Terry Golden is a veteran talent that has adapted his sound year after year to keep it fresh. This time around, Golden has opted for a future house track that doubles as a dance-pop production. Out now by way of Canada’s Play Records, “Save Me” showcases the stunning vocals of American Idol finalist Robbie Rosen, whose voice is as potent as ever. Enlisting the singer-songwriter was a shrewd move, as pairing Rosen’s vocal hooks with Golden’s feel-good soundscapes makes for an infectious and electrifying club track. As a vocal-driven dance gem, “Save Me” would fit on both the mainstage and contemporary dance radio. You can listen to “Save Me” below an...
Excision Drops Two-Hour Lost Lands 2021 Mix, Announces Compilation Album
The day Excision fans have been waiting for since September is finally here. It’s March, which means we are at the official halfway point between last year’s and this year’s Lost Lands festival. To help future attendees get over the hump, Excision has dropped the next entry in his annual Lost Lands mix series. Clocking in at two hours, the enormous mix features 111 tracks from the likes of Kai Wachi, Dion Timmer, Blanke, Kompany, Wooli, Seven Lions, ILLENIUM, Riot Ten and many, many more. The gargantuan mix is not the only treat Excision is delivering to fans this month. Coming later this week is the official Lost Lands 2021 compilation album. The record will feature standout tracks from many of the artists who took the stage at last year’s prehistori...
Vini Vici and Berg Breathe New Life Into The Beloved’s 1993 Hit, “Sweet Harmony”
Vini Vici and Berg have turned back the clock to 1993, reimagining The Beloved’s club classic, “Sweet Harmony.” The superstar psytrance outfit eschewed the electrifying elements of their signature sound here, opting for a more hypnotic feel. Melancholic chords and feathery pads highlight the airy arrangement, before Vini Vici and Berg unload a four-on-the-floor drop with spacey synths. The production of Berg, a budding Israeli electronic music artist, adds layers of emotive sound design to the revamped “Sweet Harmony.” All in all, it’s a unique blend of dance-pop, progressive, and psytrance that represents yet another solid addition to Vini Vici’s venerated discography. “‘Sweet Harmony’ is one of those tr...
EDM.com Presents: The House Brew, Vol. 7
“Yahudky” (Bedouin Reworks) – DakhaBrakha Bedouin’s latest EP is a tribute to the Ukrainian folk band DakhaBrakha. “Back in 2012, we heard DakhaBrakha’s music for the first time and were immediately drawn to their authenticity and beautiful sound,” the melodic techno duo shared on the inspiration behind the tribute EP. “Their masterpieces inspired us and led to years of reworking and reimagining them into our own sonic perspective” Off The Bedouin Reworks DakhaBrakha EP, “Yahudky” is mystic and melancholic. While a steady beat creates a dance-focused sound, DakhaBrakha’s yearning vocals and Bedouin’s wistful instrumentation ground the song, creating a hypnotic ambivalence that holds the ear through the track’s eight-minute length. “Safe” (Hunter/Game Remix) – Øostil, USHNU Tens...
The Hotel Lobby and Swage Team Up for Bass-Heavy Single, “No Soul To Sell”
The Hotel Lobby have arrived with their first song of the year, a dynamic bass track called “No Soul To Sell.” Created in collaboration with long-time friend and producer Swage, the song has come to fruition after the three LA-based producers hit the studio in early 2022. The heavy-hitting track was released via the independent record label Speed House Movement. Building on the hyper-house genre with an electrifying first drop and forward-thinking second drop produced in half-time, The Hotel Lobby set their sights on pushing the genre forward alongside Swage, a bass house vet with many high-profile collabs under his belt. “I’ve always wanted to work with THL, they’re some of my best friends and we’ve both been vibing on speed house lately,̶...
House Music Mainstays Moksi Unveil Explosive Sophomore Album, “Free Moksi”
Acclaimed house music duo Moksi have finally unveiled their first album in three years, Free Moksi. One of Barong Family’s most celebrated names, the Dutch powerhouse tandem have taken the world of dance music by storm since 2015 with their vibrant and bass-heavy sound, while collaborating with the likes of Yellow Claw, DJ Snake Hardwell and many more. Free Moksi harkens back to the U.K.-influenced, forward-thinking sound design heard in the duo’s earlier works, but laces it with an array of new ideas, exciting collabs and contemporary sonics. The simplistic yet chaotic “After the After” (with Dread MC) does a great job at introducing listeners to the immersive world of Free Moksi, which only gets more intense with tracks like “Shout Like” (with LexBlaze) and “Keeping It Real” (...
Ultra Music Festival Releases Compilation Album Previewing Triumphant Return to Miami
The end of the long road to Ultra Music Festival‘s return is in sight as UMF and Ultra Records set the tone with a new compilation, The Gateway II Ultra Music Festival. We’re just weeks away from electronic dance music artists taking one of the biggest stages in the festival circuit. The Miami event is making a triumphant return after two years on ice, and we have a feeling it’s going to be a banner year for the beloved festival of over two decades. Featuring 15 cuts from Nicky Romero, NGHTMRE, SOFI TUKKER, Steve Aoki, Tchami and more, Gateway II Ultra Music Festival is a pre-game celebration showcasing the producers who are sure to tear up the main stage. The compilation features a variety of the genre-defining songs of the moment, such as the captivating ̶...
Drop It Low to Wreckno’s Exclusive EDM.com Playlist Ahead of BUKU 2022 Performance
Wreckno knows how to start a party. Ahead of his highly anticipated appearance at BUKU Music + Art Project, the blossoming DJ, producer and rapper has teamed up with EDM.com for an exclusive playlist showcasing what ravers can expect in his landmark performance at the beloved New Orleans festival. Wreckno also unveiled a brand new single called “DUMP TRUCC,” a rowdy tune that sets the tone of his selections. Out now under Zeds Dead’s Deadbeats banner, “DUMP TRUCC” is thick and thumping. Wreckno’s down-and-dirty élan is stronger than ever in the new single, a come-hither banger created in collaboration with renowned bass music producer ZEKE BEATS. His wonky production is not to be slept on, highlighted by car horn samples and a drop that runs roughsh...
