MUSIC RELEASES
That “Oh No” Song From TikTok Was Remixed Into an EDM Track—And It Actually Works
The brainlessness of TikTok and its poisonous culture can ironically be summed up by the name of one of its biggest musical trends: “Oh no.” You know the one. The trend where TikTok users chronicle situations that went horribly wrong—with the exception of the moment they downloaded the app—and soundtrack them with the shrill “oh no” chant. But when the prepubescent buffoons of TikTok aren’t snorting condoms and licking mid-pandemic airplane toilet seats (yes, those were two real “challenges”), they’re inadvertently unearthing some great music. Recommended Articles Joel Fletcher and HOOX have now capitalized on the trend by releasing an EDM version, harnessing the infamous sample taken from The Shangri-Las’ 1960s classic “Rem...
Watch REZZ and fknsyd’s Demonic “Let Me In” Music Video
REZZ has unveiled the latest puzzle piece to her hotly anticipated fourth album, a brand new single called “Let Me In,” alongside an eerie music video. The menacing sound design of REZZ and the haunting cadence of fknsyd are birds of a feather. Together they soundtrack the new “Let Me In” audiovisual, which follows the two artists on a dark, ritualistic journey. Much like the spiral motif of REZZ’s signature branding, the video is inspired by elements of magical realism, blending demonic imagery with tense camera work to send chills down the spine. Check out the official music video below. Recommended Articles “Let Me In” will feature on REZZ’s upcoming spiral LP, which is due out this fall ahead of an eponymous North...
EDM.com Presents Synth Sisters, Vol. 15
There is so much talent within the electronic music community that it’s difficult to keep a finger on its pulse. To assist you on your music discovery journey, EDM.com’s monthly “Synth Sisters” series illuminates new releases from brilliant women producers of all genres and sizes with the hope of celebrating their contributions. “Discoberry Jam” – Agrabah Brazilian producer Agrabah made her &Friends debut with “Discoberry Jam.” Utilizing inspirations stemming from disco, house, and breaks, “Discoberry Jam” brims with ‘80s inspirations, Italo infusions, and groovy synths to represent the bodacious era. “Euthymia” (Remix) – Lauren Mia Classical pianist, composer-turned-DJ, songwriter, vocalist, and producer Lauren Mia impressed with her remix of Pandho...
Listen to a Preview of REZZ’s Hypnotic Single “Let Me In” From Upcoming Album
Ahead of the release of her fourth album, it sounds like REZZ is coming into her own. The one they call Space Mom has always been talented, but if her upcoming single is any indication, she’s evolving as an artist. She took to Instagram today to share a preview of “Let Me In,” a scintillating collab with fknsyd set to hit streaming platforms this Friday, October 1st. Here REZZ eschews the menacing bite of spiral cut “Taste of You” (with Dove Cameron), instead opting for an eerie slow-burner that slithers instead of soars. It’s no wonder why she called the single “one of my favourite songs I’ve ever worked on.” Fans can now pre-save “Let Me In” and check out a preview below. Recommended Articles “Let ...
“I Want It to Wipe The Slate Clean”: How Feed Me’s New Album Resets an Influential Career
Starting over isn’t easy, especially when you’ve cultivated a fiercely loyal fanbase over the course of a long and storied career. Feed Me, however, embraces challenges head-on. The renowned electronic music producer’s latest full-length album, which arrived by way of his own Sotto Voce imprint, is his most cohesive yet. From the funky, triumphant intro of “Big Kitten” to the electro-infused sound of “If It Bounces,” Feed Me is a complete change of pace from what fans have come to expect from the UK beatsmith. The record is bold and fluid, eschewing digitized production in favor of analog instruments and synths. The expanse of instruments utilized throughout the album speaks to the acute attention of detail Feed Me had while writing ...
GRiZ and Zeds Dead Show Off Fire-Starting, Unreleased Song In First-Ever B2B Set
The debut GRiZ and Zeds Dead back-to-back set was fireworks from the very start. Taking the stage at Goldrush Music Festival in Arizona over the weekend, the trio of artists lit the match with an incendiary new collaboration. Fans had hardly gotten the chance to get their feet planted when they were prompted with a question from the stage. Immediately preceding the drop an inquisitive audio sample can be heard, “What is something people are not ready to hear?” Amusingly, a robot-like vocal responds, “GRiZ and Zeds Dead,” as a flood of lasers descended upon the audience to the sounds of unearthly, distorted basslines and soaring falsettos. The set quickly got social media buzzing, and both GRiZ and Zeds Dead seemed left genuinely blown away...
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“Think About Us” – Shivam Bhatia, TH3 DARP & Gwyn One of the youngest artists to perform at TEDx, Shivam Bhatia is striving to represent his home country of India on the world’s big stages, and his latest collaboration with TH3 DARP and Gwyn nicely showcases his talents with its warm basslines and tropical melodies. “FIRE TO THE BLOCK” Ft. Reo Cragun – St. Mary Enlisting Reo Cragun for an infectious falsetto vocal performance, rising producer St. Mary crafts an epic combination of pop, trap and future bass on “FIRE TO THE BLOCK.” “ApexClub” – Gaszia Known as one half of bass pioneers X&G, Gaszia debuts on KUMO Collective with “ApexClub,” a forward-thinking track that blends complex melodicism with minimal bass sections. Eyezic & Colson XL – Feels Coming ...
Unwind With Hannah Wants’ “Relax” With Jey Kurmis
When life gets too busy and overwhelming, we sometimes need a solid reminder to take a step back and simply relax. British house music producer Hannah Wants offers fans that much-needed reminder with her new single “Relax.” Out on Armin van Buuren’s Armada Music imprint, the song was created alongside Leeds producer Jey Kurmis. The mesmerizing house beat is made up of a pulsing bass, crisp hi-hats, and textured percussion. “Bring attention to your breath,” the lyrics instruct. “Become aware of your body… relax your body.” This meditative yet danceable track is ideal for swaying and really enjoying the moment. Recommended Articles Hannah Wants has been dedicated to her touring schedule since she began her career in 2010, and she’s currently wrapping up her UK tour for the mo...
Los Padres Drop Intoxicating Remix of Laidback Luke’s “If There Is Love”
As instructors and audio engineers at the NoFace Academy, the Los Padres duo spend most of their time in the studio. While the tandem are kept busy with their professional endeavors, Los Padres make time to release music on their NoFace Records sub label, Crmatic Records. Los Padres have returned with their fifth release of the year, an intoxicating rework of Laidback Luke and Raphi’s summertime hit “If There Is Love.” The original version is an electropop stunner, but the dynamic duo have flipped it into a blood-pumping dance rendition fit for the club. Watch Laidback Luke play the new Los Padres remix at Academy LA below. Los Padres maintain the original vocals from UK singer-songwriter Raphi, integrating a hypnotic element to the c...
Ridi Taps Manhattan Clique for Intoxicating House Remix of “Top Guy”
17-year-old rising pop star Ridi has unveiled an official remix of her debut single, “Top Guy,” from veteran production duo Manhattan Clique. The young songstress, whose first-ever release arrived back in August alongside a gripping music video, has recruited the help of one of the most prolific remixing teams in the scene to rework the brooding pop jam. Manhattan Clique flipped “Top Guy” into a house heater, repurposing Ridi’s sultry lyrics in a bouncy four-on-the-floor rhythm. Their sublime edit retools “Top Guy” into a cut for the clubs, and while it doesn’t have tense builds or thunderous drops, its bouncy sound design will surely get people moving. Having been attacked by nasty rumors, racial slurs, and hateful messages a...
Eliminate’s “Belly Of The Beast” EP Solidifies His Status as a Thought Leader In Bass Music: Listen
Eliminate lets his ideas run wild into the darkest depths of the sonic spectrum on his exploratory Belly Of The Beast EP. Fans and the industry alike have found the thrill in the envelope-pushing approach of Eliminate, who has emerged a prominent thought leader in the current wave of dubstep and trap. Whether executed through the lens of his trend-setting sample packs or his bold releases, his audiences have instinctively come to expect the unexpected. True to its name, Eliminate’s EP opener “BREAKSH!T” sees the producer throwing the conventional rulebook out the window. After an eerie, prolonged launch sequence, the drop is a rough-and-tumble medley of rapidly evolving trap leads underpinned by stampeding drums. It’s the perfect openi...
Saint Punk Unveils Ambitious Debut Album “Ouroboros”
With a gritty, signature style coined as “grunge house,” Saint Punk is settling for nothing less than raising hell upon the dancefloor. Born and bred in Los Angeles, Saint Punk started out his career in music within the rock world before successfully making the transition to dance music back in 2018. A dozen singles later, as well as prestigious remixes for the likes of Whethan, grandson, 3LAU, MXMS and BLVK JVCK, Saint Punk has finally unveiled his massive debut album Ouroboros. Just like the emblematic serpent of ancient Egypt and Greece, Ouroboros has no beginning or end, and introduces listeners to a world of raw human emotions that flow into themselves and form a perpetual cycle. Recommended Articles Tracks such as “Gloves” with Matt McAndrew and “Animal” alongside Whyel masterfully s...
