MUSIC RELEASES
A Hundred Drums Drops Thunderous Deadbeats Track, “If I Have To”
A Hundred Drums‘ first release of 2022 comes in with explosive energy on Deadbeats with a new single and music video called “If I Have To” (with Saule). In the summer of 2021, A Hundred Drums released her powerful Enough Is Enough EP on Deadbeats. The record outlined the struggles of being Black in America and condemning systemic racism, among other timely motifs. Alongside the release of Enough Is Enough, Deadbeats also released a mini-documentary that provided fans a detailed look inside the making of the EP. “If I Have To” is eerie, haunting, and transformative. The track begins with a looming pad and frenetic percussion before unfurling into a thunderous, deep bass progression. A Hundred Drums pairs her ferocious drumming skills with a barrage of electroni...
Furcloud Teams Up With Fløa for “Stellar” EP
Promising dance music producers Furcloud and Fløa are here with Stellar, a euphonic new EP released under Enhanced Music’s Colorize banner. The two-track record kicks off with “The Illusion of Impression,” a stunning melodic house tune that fits perfectly within the Enhanced universe. The track features a mesmerizing break, where a spoken-word segment evokes “delusions” before sending listeners into a progressive rabbit hole with a hypnotic drop. This cut was previously featured on 2021’s Colorscapes Volume Three record from the label. The titular “Stellar” comes next, using driving basslines and pulsing synths to keep the progressive energy of its predecessor alive. With its soaring, peak-time sound design, “Stellar” strikes...
EDM.com Presents: The House Brew, Vol. 6
“Fidale (I Feel)” – Monolink & Zigan Aldi Melodic techno maestro Monolink has reworked Zigan Aldi’s “Fidale” in dramatic fashion. A throbbing bassline and elevated, twisting synth raise tension beyond the original soundscape, perfectly tied together by Monolink’s yearning vocals. “Tataki” – Argy After months of Tale Of Us teasing swarms of techno fans from Brooklyn to Tulum with live plays of Argy’s “Tataki,” the song finally finds an official release on Afterlife. “Tataki” oozes ominous energy, enticing in its creative control of the dancefloor haunt. “Needed Time” – Marbs A resounding kick leads the way through Marbs’ “Needed Time.” The Deserts Hearts Black boss sticks true to the label’s sound, crafting dark, menacing techno. “Hold On To Your Heart” (Eli & Fur’...
EDM.com Presents: The House Brew, Vol. 6
“Fidale (I Feel)” – Monolink & Zigan Aldi Melodic techno maestro Monolink has reworked Zigan Aldi’s “Fidale” in dramatic fashion. A throbbing bassline and elevated, twisting synth raise tension beyond the original soundscape, perfectly tied together by Monolink’s yearning vocals. “Tataki” – Argy After months of Tale Of Us teasing swarms of techno fans from Brooklyn to Tulum with live plays of Argy’s “Tataki,” the song finally finds an official release on Afterlife. “Tataki” oozes ominous energy, enticing in its creative control of the dancefloor haunt. “Needed Time” – Marbs A resounding kick leads the way through Marbs’ “Needed Time.” The Deserts Hearts Black boss sticks true to the label’s sound, crafting dark, menacing techno. “Hold On To Your Heart” (Eli & Fur’...
Rich DietZ Set the Tone for Huge 2022 With Must-Listen House Banger, “Work Song”
After closing the book on a breakthrough 2021, Rich DietZ have kicked off the year with a brand new single called “Work Song.” In typical Rich DietZ fashion, the track is a house music stroke of genius. Arriving ahead of the spring season, “Work Song” isn’t a breezy poolside track, but a banger designed to induce noodle-flailing pool riots. Cover art for Rich DietZ’s new single, “Work Song.” One of the more coveted unreleased tunes from their repertoire, “Work Song” interlaces hip-hop-inspired samples in its arrangement, which beautifully blends elements of tech and G-House. Rich DietZ first debuted the single last year at EDC Week in Las Vegas, where they dropped it during a rip-roaring performance at Élia Beach Club cl...
AWAY’s New EP Teeters On a Razor’s Edge Between Self-Actualization and Destruction
Since blowing up in meteoric fashion with the groundbreaking “Sleepwalker” in 2017, AWAY has continued to be deliberate and calculating in his approach when it comes to releasing music. Never one to adopt the approach of quantity over quality, he has shown an unwavering commitment to his brand of harrowing surrealism, painting consistently powerful, hair-raising images in the minds of listeners with each installment. That being the case, when AWAY revealed last summer that he had an EP in the works, we were excited to hear what the producer could accomplish in a longer-form setting. From the creaky hinge-like sounds in the opening seconds of “Ritual” to the lingering tiptoe of piano keys in the closing “Blue,” self:antiself arrives with the immersive son...
Flume Reimagines PinkPantheress’ “Noticed I Cried” With Trippy Drum & Bass Remix
In the spirit of PinkPantheress‘ to hell with it remix EP, Flume throws caution to the wind, trying his hand once again at drum & bass music. Perhaps after seeing the reception of 2020’s single “The Difference” (with Toro y Moi), Flume was inspired to dig deeper into his affinity for energizing drum & bass. PinkPantheress’ original “Noticed I cried” had laid the potential groundwork for a feverishly rhythmic remix, and leave it to Flume to deliver in spades. Flume pins a dizzying PinkPantheress vocal loop at the center of the track, creating a trippy atmosphere. He plays up these psychedelic aspects as the track progresses with frenetic vocal pitch bends and distortion. As the vocals gradually swirl into the background, space is made f...
DJ Fresh Revives Beloved Early 2000’s Drum & Bass Imprint, Breakbeat Kaos
Breakbeat Kaos, one of the industry’s most beloved record labels for drum & bass music, has relaunched at the direction of DJ Fresh. In the early 2010s, Fresh achieved world recognition for hit tracks like “Gold Dust” and then—alongside Rita Ora—became the world’s first artist to top the U.K. charts with a drum & bass single, according to UKF. He did the same with 2011’s timeless dubstep song “Louder.” As his career boomed, releases on Breakbeat Kaos began to wind down. By that point, however, the imprint had already released a slew of early career singles from future household names like NERO and Chase & Status. They also released Hold Your Colour, the debut album from legendary drum & bass group Pendulum. Recommended Articles None...
MeSo Launches New Label, Drops Bass Music Compilation Stacked With Young Talent
In a crowded bass music space, MeSo is looking to create a niche for himself as well as his endless list of talented friends. The Chicago-based producer has launched his new imprint, JIYU, alongside a compilation filled to the brim with forward-thinking bass music. Liberate Vol. 1 contains a handful of names many may already know as well as a healthy serving of newcomers. The entire compilation is incredibly inspired, unbound by genre to allow a clean creative flow from each artist. There’s never a dull moment throughout the entire record, with innovation consistently spilling over as it progresses. It’s difficult to single out any tracks in here as standouts due to the sheer quality of each. Super Future’s “Make You Wanna” is a particularly intoxic...
Black Tiger Sex Machine Debut Transformative Sound On Third Album: Listen
After months of teasing fans with high-powered singles, Black Tiger Sex Machine have finally released their hotly anticipated third full-length album, Once Upon A Time In Cyberworld. Once Upon A Time In Cyberworld takes Black Tiger Sex Machine’s rumbling sound to new heights. Each of the album’s 12 tracks takes listeners on a journey through the post-apocalyptic soundscape they’ve long cultivated, weaving through various genres with a heavy-hitting undertone at its core. The many vocalists they’ve enlisted, such as Hyro The Hero and Youngr, help tell the story the trio has written. “The Devil’s Instrument” is one of the best examples of Black Tiger Sex Machine’s transformation, as the cinematic tune delivers an anthemic feel b...
The Librarian Unveils Spellbinding Double-Sided Single From Forthcoming EP, “miss u”
Shh—she’s not your ordinary librarian. Equal parts artist and entrepreneur, The Librarian is best known for her innovative DJ sets as well as her cultural influence as the co-founder and music programmer of the beloved boutique music festival, Bass Coast. After a quiet 2021, The Librarian has refocused, preparing for a memorable year ahead. She has now announced her latest project, a six-track EP called miss u. And ahead of its release in the spring, she has provided fans with the EP’s double-sided lead single, “Howe Sound,” and the titular “miss u.” Right from the get-go, “Howe Sound” pulls listeners into its hypnotic, synth-laden arrangement. Before long, an eerie bassline sweeps over with a spellbinding groove. “Howe Sound is where I call home,” The Librari...
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EDM.com Playlist Picks: Disclosure & Zedd, Kaskade and SLUMBERJACK [1/28/22]
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 You’ve Got To Let Go If You Want To Be Free – Disclosure & Zedd Abcdefu – Crystal Rock, Felix Schorn & Csenge Forstner Waste Love v3 – Kaskade & PYFER Festival Hits 2022 How Ya Like Me Now – Kill The Noise, Wolfgang Gartner & Ericka Guitron Recommended Articles Utopia – Black Tiger Sex Machine All Night – Skepsis & Riddim Commission Electronic Avenue Better Off – SLUMBERJACK Superhuman (wi...
