MUSIC RELEASES
Gramatik’s “Water 4 The Soul II” Album Is An Ode to Emerging Blockchain Technologies
“Strap on your headsets and gather all your assets,” commands Stehreo in the introduction of Gramatik‘s new album, Water 4 The Soul II. Gramatik’s passion for blockchain technology is nothing new, but his latest effort reveals the multi-genre producer has only become more entrenched and enamored with the promises of the metaverse, digital collectibles and more. The nine-track effort is only available on blockchain-based streaming platform Audius thus far, and is chock full of nods to emerging cryptocurrency tech with titles like “Wagmi Express” and “Hodlers in Paris.” Musically, Gramatik continues to derive inspiration at the intersection of funk and electronic with twangy pluck basses, jazzy piano riffs, and lively brass fanfare. Recom...
Kenzi Sway Shares Maniacal Music Video for “Wraith”
Kenzi Sway is back with a vengeance in 2022, unveiling a gripping official music video for her first single of the year, “Wraith.” The track dropped on January 3rd and is the latest electronic banger from the promising DJ, known for her blistering dubstep sound and unapologetic lyrical swagger. She then followed with its accompanying music video, which was directed by Why Awake Digital. The tense video follows a maniacal Sway as she stumbles through a city in a catatonic state. Possessed by an unseen force, she eventually mutates and emerges as some kind of demonic heroine, her lips dripping with blood as black wings sprout from her back. According to a press release, fans of Sway are safe to look forward to more music videos in 2022. You can check out the official mu...
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EDM.com Playlist Picks: Aluna, SIDEPIECE, John Newman and More [01/14/22]
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 Forget About Me – Aluna, Diplo & Durante Call Me (with R3HAB & Timmy Trumpet) – Gabry Ponte Waiting For A Lifetime – John Newman Festival Hits 2022 Sextacy – SIDEPIECE Recommended Articles I Want U – MorganJ Airforce One – 7 Skies & The Williams Fam Electronic Avenue Our Fire – Excision The Sickness – Kazyo & GHØSTKID Who Would Have Thought – Just A Gent. & Arno Faraji These tracks c...
Remute Is Releasing the First-Ever Album As a Nintendo 64 Cartridge
Go to Mom, Dad, Grandma, or Grandpa’s house and brush off your old Nintendo 64 console because techno artist Remute is back with an album for the classic game console. Remute turned back the knob in gaming and musical history to when 8MB was considered a lot of storage for game systems. He’s now releasing an album, dubbed R64, that users will be able to play on the Nintendo 64. The music is generated in real time with the N64’s 8MB of storage. The German DJ partnered with Rasky, Nintendo 64’s developer for its sound engine and player-GUI. Rasky created a unique 3D visual experience that accompanies Remute’s music and allows the user to fly like Lawnmower Man. You can pre-order R64, which is set for a March 25th, 2022 release date, on Remute’s Bandc...
Leotrix’s Artful “Reload” EP Signals a Bright Future for Dubstep: Listen
Leotrix newest EP, Reload, is proof that the future of bass music is blindingly bright. The young Aussie is leading the charge of a post-dubstep landscape replete with hungry artists who are hellbent on innovation, like Moore Kismet, Akeos and Ace Aura, to name a few. And that’s exactly what he does in Reload, which arrived today by way of Never Say Die. “dubstep can have emotions in it,” Leotrix tweeted prior to the release of Reload. “it doesn’t always need to be aggressive.” Reload doubles as a showcase of Leotrix’s ridiculous range. It kicks off with “Good,” a hypnotic cut wherein he brilliantly subverts the moth-eaten arrangement of popular dubstep by refraining to include a huge buildup. Next comes “Replacemen...
KRANE, Juelz and Heimanu Collide on Soaring Wave Track, “Moonbeams”
After teasing their new collaboration last April, KRANE, Juelz and Heimanu have finally released the hotly anticipated “Moonbeams” by way of Proximity. The high-powered trio has set the tone for the wave music genre in 2022. “Moonbeams” captures the essence of each of their sounds, fusing them into a spine-chilling joyride that’s nothing short of immaculate. This notion is bolstered by the complexity of the track, which continuously increases as the arrangement moves along, adding new layers and recapturing the attention of listeners over and over again. The tune is a natural evolution for each artist, showcasing their growth and competency while offering a refreshing sound. Check out “Moonbeams” below. Recommended Articles While “Moonbe...
Tchami and AC Slater Assemble Their Finest Artists In “Confession X Night Bass” Album: Listen
Venerated house music producers Tchami and AC Slater have assembled the finest artists from their respective record labels in a bass house showcase, Confessions X Night Bass: The Album. The compilation boasts the brightest stars on both the Night Bass and Confession constellations. The joint venture is careful in its approach to not outshine the other, instead obscurely blending both collectives. Opting to home in on the similarities between the two house music imprints, the album is cohesive and ultimately delivers a powerful collection of records ready for the dancefloor. Speaking of the dancefloor, the introductory track is a piercing bullet of a record, with its aim on the discotheque. With vocals by Kate Wild, “Only One” is the brainchild of Tchami...
Crystal Skies and MitiS Reunite With Linney for Melodic Bass Anthem, “Gone”
Longtime collaborators MitiS and Crystal Skies have teamed up with Linney for “Gone,” out now on Insomniac’s Lost in Dreams imprint. “Gone” is something fans of MitiS and Crystal Skies’ previous collaborations will undoubtedly gravitate to. Linney’s stentorian vocals lead listeners into a dreamy soundscape painted with melancholic guitar riffs, organic percussive elements, and subtle piano chords. As the drop makes its way in, its synths take centerstage, curating that heartfelt future bass sound we all crave from this pairing of producers. “Gone” is the first single from Crystal Skies’ forthcoming debut album, which is due out on February 11th, 2022. With a little under a month until the full record drops, eager fans should ...
ESPER and Lockbox Tap Isaiah Brown for Must-Listen Melodic Bass Track, “Freefall”
Rising electronic music producers ESPER and Lockbox have teamed up with Los-Angeles-based singer-songwriter Isaiah Brown for a new single called “Freefall.” Brown provides a stentorian topline here, exploring the difficulties of letting go and finding the strength to break free from the shackles of the past. The transcendent nature of the lyricism is mirrored by the track’s soaring drops, which find ESPER and Lockbox producing a melodic bass stunner replete with empyrean synths and fluttering arpeggios. The young producers go haywire in the second drop, switching up the arrangement with a ferocious dubstep segment before bringing the song home with a melancholic coda. Take a listen to “Freefall” below and find the single on streaming platforms here. ...
Bonobo Encapsulates the Ebb and Flow of the Collective Consciousness In “Fragments” LP: Listen
Renowned electronic music producer Bonobo has unveiled Fragments, a new album and a magnum opus in what has been an illustrious career. The highly anticipated record is his seventh studio album and follows Migration, which was released five years ago nearly to the date. One listen through the album is all it takes to know that the British DJ and musician is in a league of his own. Emotionally intense, Fragments rings true to its name and it’s not hard to see that Bonobo has relinquished intricate and deep-seeded parts of himself within its 12 tracks. The album was recorded and mixed by Bonobo over the last two years as he sought refuge on solo adventures into nature, away from the shutdowns. Having spent that time immersed in the natural world, he produced the new album by in interla...
Subtronics Drops 16-Track Debut Album, “Fractals”: Listen
Subtronics has finally unveiled his debut album, Fractals. The record features collabs with Zeds Dead, Grabbitz, Boogie T, and more across its 16 tracks, which encompass dubstep, experimental bass, and everything in between. Its an exploratory album that shows Substronics’ curiosity to test the waters of new sonic frontiers is as strong as ever. And as one of the most gifted producers in the bass music space, the long-awaited Fractals is a tour de force. Fractals was released by way of Subtronics’ own Cyclops Recordings label. As the album trended on Twitter, the support from around the electronic music scene was far-reaching. Sullivan King, Kayzo, and Excision—who just released an album of his own—shared congratulatory messages on social media, am...
GhostDragon Drops First Single Off Upcoming Debut Album: Listen to “temporary love”
GhostDragon is preparing for another big year. After a breakout 2021, which saw the release of his critically acclaimed Strangers Again EP and several remarkable singles, the 21-year-old dance music beatsmith has returned with his first release of 2022. Out today by way of Wave Music/Paradise Music Group, “temporary love” pairs aching lyricism—courtesy of singer-songwriter Robbie Rosen—with melancholic sound design in a soaring future bass arrangement. At such a young age, the prodigious GhostDragon’s grasp on the emotional side of dance music is deeply profound. Rosen’s soaring lyrical performance chronicles familiar tales of heartbreak, as GhostDragon’s acoustic-laden production brings the track to life. Expanding on his signature melodic style,...
