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DJ Snake and Wade Join Nooran Sisters for Bollywood-Inspired House Anthem, “Guddi Riddim”
DJ Snake is putting the finishing touches on a massive 2022 by dipping into Bollywood culture with “Guddi Riddim.” It’s been a certifiably groovy year for Snake, who has been laser-focused on delivering one dancefloor-commanding rhythm after another with releases such as “Night Bird” and “Deep” (with frequent collaborator Malaa). With “Guddi Riddim,” Snake joins Spanish dance music producer Wade and the Nooran Sisters in outfitting the lyrics from the latter’s 2014 track, “Patakha Guddi,” with a hypnotizing house groove. Snake and Wade let the captivating energy flow, pairing chunky, low-end basslines with just the right frenzied vocal cadence to hook house-heads in a boisterous trance. And that’s exactly what...
DJ Snake and Wade Join Nooran Sisters for Bollywood-Inspired House Anthem, “Guddi Riddim”
DJ Snake is putting the finishing touches on a massive 2022 by dipping into Bollywood culture with “Guddi Riddim.” It’s been a certifiably groovy year for Snake, who has been laser-focused on delivering one dancefloor-commanding rhythm after another with releases such as “Night Bird” and “Deep” (with frequent collaborator Malaa). With “Guddi Riddim,” Snake joins Spanish dance music producer Wade and the Nooran Sisters in outfitting the lyrics from the latter’s 2014 track, “Patakha Guddi,” with a hypnotizing house groove. Snake and Wade let the captivating energy flow, pairing chunky, low-end basslines with just the right frenzied vocal cadence to hook house-heads in a boisterous trance. And that’s exactly what...
Fans of Gorillaz Descend On NYC and London for Innovative Augmented Reality Performances: Watch
A virtual band put on a virtual show last weekend—and it was invisible to the naked eye. Using the power of augmented reality, Gorillaz recently premiered a new song for their fans in New York City and London. With help from Google’s ARCore Geospatial API, the iconic animated band harnessed the technology to host unique shows in Times Square and Piccadilly Circus, respectively. As part of the innovative concert experience, which combined real-world and computer-generated imagery, fans saw gigantic avatars of Gorillaz interacting with monuments while they performed the new track, “Skinny Ape.” Since the show had to be experienced with a mobile device via a bespoke app, fans were encouraged to move around different vantage points to get the most out of it. The AR-powered pe...
Watch SOFI TUKKER Perform Chilled-Out Cover of Snow Patrol’s “Chasing Cars”
SOFI TUKKER are excited to finally release their cover of a classic song they bonded over. As the snow has begun to fall around the world, the Grammy-nominated duo found shelter in the triple j studio, where they performed an aching cover of Snow Patrol’s 2006 indie hit, “Chasing Cars.” The cover was created a few months ago for the station’s “Like A Version” program, which challenges artists to cover their favorite songs. “‘Chasing Cars’ is a song we both bonded over,” said SOFI TUKKER’s Sophie Hawley-Weld in a statement. “It depicts that state… of being intimate with someone, of forgetting the whole world exists, when you’re together. The lyrics couldn’t be more perfect. The two opening notes are ic...
Jessica Audiffred and Sara Benyo Join Forces for Electrifying Dubstep Track, “Never Be the Same”
Jessica Audiffred and Sara Benyo have teamed up to drop one last emotive banger before the year comes to a close. Released in the midst of Audiffred’s run of sold-out shows and major festival appearances comes her latest collaboration, “Never Be the Same.” Opening with the sounds of a thunderstorm beneath Benyo’s heartfelt vocals, the track takes its time to let us bask in its somber atmosphere crafted by the duo. Trap-inspired leads then take center stage before the arrangement culminates in an enormous, electrifying bass drop from one of the most exciting producers in the bass music world. Take a listen to “Never Be the Same” below. Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles “Never Be the Same,” Audiffred’s latest release ...
Cesqeaux Drops Eerie, Techno-Tinged Track, “This Sound”
Dutch electronic music star Cesqeaux is diving into a new sonic direction with “This Sound,” a thumping, techno-tinged track. The Dutch trailblazer’s new single finds him cultivating the dark, eerie sound he explored in 2021’s colossal HUMAN ERROR EP, which kickstarted a new chapter in his career with eight fierce electronic tracks. Short but sweet, “This Sound” immediately gets into action through the use of distorted synths and an eerie vocal sample urging us to “wake up.” Cesqeaux then produces a tense build before it erupts with a heavy-hitting techno drop. “This Sound” leaves no room for rest throughout, constantly bombarding with thumping kicks and ominous rave leads. Take a listen to “This Sound” below. Scroll to Continue ...
Kasablanca Release Capstone Single, “Crucible” After Breakthrough Year
Kasablanca are putting the finishing touches on a year that has tested the duo’s ability to go the distance. The aptly titled “Crucible” marks the emerging triple-threat’s final Anjunabeats single of 2022. Proving themselves as producers, live performers and vocalists, Kasablanca are sitting pretty in the year ahead. There’s no better reminder regarding where the duo’s strengths lie than “Crucible.” The track incorporates the ethereal mix of artistic influences they’ve made uniquely their own, derived from synthwave, trance, house and more. Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles The pulsing bassline clips along as Kasablanca’s ecosystem of melodies bloom with vibrant color. From lush, reverberating trance chords to the...
Listen: The Weeknd and Swedish House Mafia Notch New Collaborative Chapter for “Avatar” Soundtrack
The Weeknd and Swedish House Mafia are deriving strength from within with their persevering single, “Nothing Is Lost (You Give Me Strength).” Part of the soundtrack for James Cameron’s Avatar: The Way of Water, the new single sees the two musical powerhouses notching another exciting chapter in their collaborative saga, where we last left off with “Moth to a Flame.” The track marks Swedish House Mafia’s most cinematic production yet, pairing the crisp coordination of marching drums with languid strings and splashy cymbals. The Weeknd brings the full weight of his signature soaring vocals to the track, bracing for existential challenges that are seemingly do-or-die in nature. From a music production standpoint, “Nothing Is Lost (You Give M...
Step Into the World of Future Rave with David Guetta’s Remix of “Unholy”
David Guetta and MORTEN‘s patented future rave sound breaks the mold of traditional mainstage dance music. And after years of pushing it, Guetta has channeled the genre for a new remix of “Unholy,” Sam Smith and Kim Petras’ global hit. Explosive, bouncy beats accompany Petras’ sensual vocals and grounding lyricism of Smith. Innovative and enticing, the remix is rooted in acid house but embodies the future rave genre with its euphoric yet dark direction. Take a listen to Guetta’s remix of “Unholy” below. Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles From underground parties to large-scale music festivals, future rave has evolved into a full-fledged movement over the course of 2022. Melting dream...
Listen to Subtronics’ Massive New Album, “ANTIFRACTALS,” Loaded With VIPs and Remixes
Subtronics has unveiled ANTIFRACTALS, a 24-track album that takes his debut album, FRACTALS, to the next level. The massive new album features an array of VIPs by Subtronics himself as well as remixes by a group of his dubstep and bass music contemporaries, like Of The Trees, A Hundred Drums, Virtual Riot and many more. In early 2022, Subtronics dropped FRACTALS, which trended in the U.S. on its release day and landed at #4 on Billboard Dance Charts. Including heavy-hitting collaborations with Zeds Dead, GRiZ, Boogie T, Sullivan King and more, the album has been streamed over 50 million times to date. ANTIFRACTALS is packed to the brim with high-energy spins on tracks from its predecessor, like “Hieroglyph,” “Cabin Fever” and “Bun...
Justice Share “Anniversary Edition” of Influential Debut Album, “†”
Justice are revisiting †, their debut album and one of the most influential in electronic music history. The iconic French duo have released a special “Anniversary Edition” of 2007’s seminal album, which features 12 of its original tracks along with six bonus songs. These include demos of “TThhEe PPaARRtTYY” and “Valentine,” as well as an unreleased single called “Donna” and a collaborative hip-hop remix of “D.A.N.C.E.” alongside chart-topping rapper Logic. In other news, Justice’s Gaspard Augé said in summer 2021 that the duo were “in the process” of producing a new album, which would be their first since 2016’s Woman. They haven’t revealed any more details since, however. †...
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EDM.com Playlist Picks: Moore Kismet, Valentino Khan, D-Block & S-Te-Fan and More [12/16/22]
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 Zeds Dead & GRiZ – Ecstacy of Soul Valentino Khan & NEVERMIND – Tidal Wave Tinlicker & Solomon Grey – Choir To The Wild Festival Hits 2022 The Funk Hunters & LŪN – La Puta Ama k?d – SOMEWHAT HUMAN BIJOU – Six Shots Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles Electronic Avenue Moore Kismet – Forte Tsu Nami & RUNN – When I Fall ROSSY – DEITY Hardstyle Heaters D-Block & S-Te-Fan –...
