MUSIC RELEASES
Renowned House Music Duo Walker & Royce Launch Record Label, Rules Don’t Apply
After over a decade conquering the underground dance music scene, house music duo Walker & Royce have officially launched their own label, Rules Don’t Apply. Those three simple words have defined Walker & Royce’s career, and have empowered them to build a robust discography chock full of club anthems. Serving as the inaugural record on Rules Don’t Apply is Dances With White Girls’ new single “Skinny Dipping,” which was co-produced by Walker & Royce. A celebrated vocalist in the house music genre, Dances With White Girls has collaborated on colossal records with the likes of Chris Lake (“Operator”) and Wax Motif (“Bunda”), among others, and has worked with Pitbull and Tame Impala. Recommended Articles Since meeting in the New York City dance m...
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EDM.com Playlist Picks: Ofenbach, Steve Aoki, AREA21 and More [9/17/21]
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 Music Means Love Forever – Steve Aoki & Armin van Buuren Hurricane – Ofenbach & Ella Henderson Alright (feat. KIDDO) – Alle Farben Festival Hits 2021 Fly With Us – AC Slater & Chris Lorenzo Recommended Articles Ugly Truth – Taiki Nulight Paris To Berlin – Vion Konger Electronic Avenue Broken – William Black & Fairlane Think You Right (feat. ericdoa & glaive) – Whethan More More More –...
Keys N Krates Announce New Album, Drop Titular Track With Juicy J, Chip and Marbl: Listen
It’s been two years since Toronto-based trio Keys N Krates released A Beat Tape for Your Friends, a full-length effort that saw the veteran electronic music group delving deep into their hip-hop roots while adding a pinch of disco and house to the mix. Now, the band are back with a big announcement and a new single. Original Classic, the newest album from Keys N Krates, is on its way, and with the announcement the trio have shared the LP’s titular track with Juicy J, Chip, and Marbl. In stellar KNK fashion, the group have once again drawn influence from many genres, blending them together seamlessly for a catchy and memorable lead-off single sure to get fans hyped for the full album’s release. Hip-hop sentimentality courtesy of Juicy J, Chip, and Marbl shine th...
Virtual Riot Mystifies With New “Simulation” Album: Listen
Virtual Riot has already conquered the world of bass music with his keen sense of musicality, diligent attention to detail, and overall skill as a sound designer. Hits like “Energy Drink” and “In My Head” consistently dominate the streaming sphere, and his highly sought-after DJ sets continue to be in high demand. Now, Virtual Riot is back with another unforgettable body of work that only further asserts his status as the king of bass music. Simulation is breathtaking in every possible way. From the start, or “Login,” listeners will find themselves awestruck, entering a digital world rich with lustrous soundscapes and relentless bass. As the AI-inspired voice guides the listener into this world, the album’s title track takes the reins with its shim...
GT_Ofice Reunites With Nick Elliott and Jantine to Deliver “Wild Hearts”
New York-based electronic music producer GT_Ofice has reunited with Nick Elliott and UK-based multi-platinum artist Jantine to deliver a stellar electro-pop tune. Back in February, GT_Ofice teamed up with Elliott for the release of “Yesterday,” an upbeat, anthemic dance track. At that time, there was mention of a second collaboration already in the works—including Jantine too—but no date or additional information was given. Since then, GT_Ofice and Jantine tuned in with an impassioned single of their own titled “Pieces,” which arrived at the end of July. Out now via Veneration and CAINE Records, “Wild Hearts” builds on the storyline from GT_Ofice’s previous records. Paired with empowering drops and smooth guitar ...
Jake Daniels Drops Angsty Alt-Rock Crossover Jam “Liar”
New York-based artist Jake Daniels has returned with his fourth track of the year, the gritty “Liar,” via CloudKid. “Liar” is a searing single that tells the familiar tale of a toxic and obsessive relationship, which of course never ends well. As per the anthemic track’s title, “Liar” follows a main character who is in love with someone who continues to lie to him—but like the throes of any addiction, he can’t help but re-enter the tantalizingly dangerous waters. “He struggles letting go of his infatuation and attraction towards her as she is obsessive over him, even though she is a liar of the worst kind,” Daniels explained. “You could even say that she’s downright ‘evil,’ using her looks to entra...
Martin Garrix and Maejor of AREA21 Have More New Music Dropping This Friday
Hold on to your hats. AREA21, which consists of superstar DJ and producer Martin Garrix and Maejor, have another new track called “Followers” landing this Friday. The duo announced the single in an Instagram post on Monday. Since Garrix and Maejor began teasing a new album from AREA21 project months ago, they’ve released a slew of tracks and music videos, including “Mona Lisa,” “La La La,” “POGO,” and “Lovin’ Every Minute.” AREA21 found Disney Music Group’s Hollywood Records as their debut record’s home and inked a contract with them. In addition to their debut album—slated for a release this fall—award-winning animation company Titmouse has been producing animated videos to accompany the re...
Maya Jane Coles Is a Queer Female Assassin In Badass Film Noir: Watch
Ahead of the release of her forthcoming Night Creature album, famed electronic music artist Maya Jane Coles has unveiled a film noir for her single “Run to You.” The video, which features a cast entirely composed of LGBTQI characters, was filmed in London at The Fold club and draws inspiration from Killing Eve and Kill Bill. “Queer people, especially women, often don’t often get portrayed in ways that are interesting and alternative on screen so we wanted to make something that was unapologetically female centered, queer, intersectional, dark, moody and ferocious,” Coles stated in a press release shared with EDM.com. “Hopefully, even in lockdown, I think we pulled it off!” Maya Jane Coles There is also a sequel just around the corner...
Zamantics Share Official Music Video for Extraterrestrial-Themed Track “Humanoid!”
Fresh off the release of their debut album Galactic Guy, electronic music duo Zamantics have unveiled an official music video to go along with one of its standout cuts, “Humanoid!” Zamantics, a duo of brothers named Roanuk Zaman and Dilawar Zaman, produce music in the bass and dubstep genres. With their new audiovisual, they’ve taken one of their album’s more heavy-hitting tracks and paired it with a storyline rooted in a post-apocalyptic world. Their new album follows its titular character, Galactic Guy, a fire-haired, robot-fighting hero on a quest for domination. In the “Humanoid!” video, a cosmic fight scene unfolds while the thick subs and metallic wobbles of the alien-themed tune provide the soundtrack. What follows is an eye-popping ...
Gryffin’s Seductive New Single “Piece of Me” Was Created During Isolation: Listen
Gryffin has teamed up with Swedish indie-pop singer LOVA for a new single called “Piece of Me.” Out now on Darkroom Records, the sultry tune was created in the midst of a period of isolation during the pandemic. “I remember being stuck in quarantine, and all I wanted to do was see my friends and go out and have fun,” Gryffin recalled in an Instagram post. “Instead of being able to do that, I channeled that pent up energy into this record.” Gryffin’s quarantine-induced yearning for a fun night out shines in this lively track. Bright synths and a summery electric guitar riff make up the seductive beat, while LOVA’s emotive vocals serve as icing on the cake. The sizzling song belongs at any festive occasion, from nightclubs and festivals to pool parties and ...
RÜFÜS DU SOL Drop Stunning “Next to Me” Remixes: Listen
As RÜFÜS DU SOL continue to chart the course of their hotly anticipated fourth album, they’ve now unveiled a pair of official remixes of one of its expected singles, “Next to Me.” The two-track EP kicks off with a scintillating rendition from Vintage Culture, whose warm melodic house twist will resonate with longtime fans of the group. The Brazilian house music producer, who has taken the EDM community by storm over the course of the past year, called the opportunity to remix a RÜFÜS DU SOL track “a dream coming true” in a statement. Adana Twins take a different route in their forceful rework, which slithers into focus with jungle-inspired drum programming and faint vocal chants. The German techno vets go on to drop a hauntin...
PEEKABOO Returns With Mind-Melting Single “Black Hole”
After nearly two years after his previous release on Wakaan, PEEKABOO has made a triumphant return with a mind-melting new single called “Black Hole.” “Black Hole” embodies the otherworldly, spacey sound fans and artists have come to love from the Detroit producer. A mesmerizing intro quickly captures attention with a subtly eerie atmosphere, trapping all who listen within an inescapable, bass-filled vortex. After nine months with only one new song, “Black Hole” is exactly what fans have been craving from PEEKABOO. PEEKABOO’s steady rise to dominance has kept all eyes on him since debuting the project in 2017. Earlier this year, he collaborated with Marshmello on their tune “Pushin Stacks” and teased a new track with REZZ...
