MUSIC RELEASES
Listen to Swedish House Mafia’s BBC Radio “Dance Weekend” Mix—With 4 Unreleased IDs
It’s safe to say Swedish House Mafia are back in full force—and arguably stronger than ever. The group recently appeared at BBC Radio 1’s “Dance Weekend” celebration, a 70-hour takeover comprising mixes from a bevy of high-profile DJs. None were more momentous, however, than the iconic trio’s electrifying 30-minute set. Swedish House Mafia masterfully cycled through a litany of their biggest hits, such as “Greyhound, “Antidote,” and “Leave The World Behind.” They also managed to interweave tracks from a few of their legendary electronic music contemporaries, such as Daft Punk’s “Burnin'” and Axwell’s remix of Eric Prydz’s “Slammin’.” The mix also contains fou...
COFRESI, Matisyahu and Kyng Dyce Connect on Massive Single “Daylight”: Watch the Music Video
Ahead of what promises to be a must-listen debut album, Chicago-based electronic music producer COFRESI has unveiled one of it’s surefire standouts. “Daylight,” which arrives by way of Westwood Recordings, is a multicultural track featuring fabled reggae artist Matisyahu and Jamaican rapper Kyng Dyce. COFRESI’s frenetic, percussion-driven production is bolstered by the signature cadence of Matisyahu’s iconic voice, while Dyce adds another level of flair. All hell breaks loose in the song’s trap-inspired drop, which is nothing short of breathtaking. Watch the official “Daylight” music video below. Recommended Articles COFRESI has been dominant over the course of the past year. Back in November 2020 he dropped a vi...
Feed Me Announces New Album, Drops Stunning Music Video and Single “Reckless”
After teasing a new album back in February, Feed Me has finally unveiled more details about the LP as well as released its first single, teaming up with Tasha Baxter for “Reckless.” Arriving by way of Feed Me’s Sotto Voce imprint, “Reckless” is a beautifully cinematic tune, embracing a downtempo feel. Baxter’s airy vocals float effortlessly atop the meticulously textured soundscapes of Feed Me, who has long been revered for his trailblazing approach to sound design. The synthwave-inspired song is ideal for late-night drives, capturing a melancholy yet gritty feel. Check out the official “Reckless” music video below. Recommended Articles “Reckless is a lockdown story reimagined as escapist f...
Cesqeaux Unveils Ambitious New EP “HUMAN ERROR”
Following an intense rollout filled with cryptic messages and anticipation, Dutch electronic music star Cesqeaux has unveiled his latest body of work, HUMAN ERROR. The EP was born out of his feeling of becoming a musical robot disconnected from himself, compounded by the digitization of art and proliferation of social media. Cesqeaux is no stranger to high-profile collaborations, having worked alongside celebrated names such as Yellow Claw, Ookay, David Guetta, and Justin Bieber, but HUMAN ERROR sees him offer a completely solo project, which is arguably his most ambitious effort to date. Spanning over 8 tracks, HUMAN ERROR is a versatile and immersive sonic journey from front to back. Driven by impressive sound design and heavy basslines that explode into monstrous dro...
Alison Wonderland Lights Up Lollapalooza With Unreleased Remix of Olivia Rodrigo’s “Good 4 You”
During her larger-than-life headlining performance at Lollapalooza 2021, Alison Wonderland provided one of the festival’s most electrifying moments when she dropped an unreleased remix of Olivia Rodrigo‘s viral hit “good 4 u.” In a clip shared to Wonderland’s socials, fans are able to hear the ferocious rework of the pop-punk crossover smash, which was produced alongside QUIX. Rodrigo’s ubiquitous vocals had the crowd belting along in unison in a surreal moment before the track takes a menacing turn, throwing down a riotous bass drop in double-time. QUIX’s undeniable influence eventually stomps in, rippling through the speakers with a nasty trap section in half-time. No word yet on whether or not the remix is offi...
MR.BLACK Hits Hard on New Single “Acid Rave”
Electronic music producer MR.BLACK has touched down with “Acid Rave,” a menacing house banger released on Hardwell’s Revealed Recordings banner. While simple in its structure, “Acid Rave” brings to the table a powerful electro punch. The vocal refrain of “Acid, rave, love, generation” infiltrates the psyche and calls to mind the peak-time vibes of a dusky warehouse rave. MR.BLACK keeps the listeners on their toes with hyper-speed synth ripples and a thumping beat, akin to an assault on the senses. The track is fit for both large festival stages and dark underground nightclubs— where the crowd stomps in unison—and it has the allure to captivate both types of crowds. “Acid Rave” is MR.BLACK’s most recent single after...
Protohype to Appear on Star-Studded Album From Rage Against the Machine’s Tom Morello
It’s not every day an electronic music artist sees their name alongside Bruce Springsteen and Eddie Vedder on an album. But Protohype isn’t just any artist. The Nashville-born, neck-breaking dubstep vet has been confirmed to appear on The Atlas Underground Fire, the star-studded upcoming album from Tom Morello. Protohype, who has long been championed for his versatility and genre-fluid approach to production, took to social media to exult in the pie-in-the-sky collab and share a preview. “[D]reams come true,” he tweeted. Check out the clip of the raucous electronic-rock hybrid, dubbed “Charmed I’m Sure,” below. Morello, perhaps best known as the virtuosic guitarist of iconic rock band Rage Against the Machine, has locked in a staggering list of...
HVDES Revives Evanescence’s “Bring Me To Life” With Angsty Drum & Bass Remix: Listen
90’s kids: grab some Capri Sun, dump it into your morning coffee, and get ready to time-travel back to 2003, when “Bring Me To Life” was soundtracking cry-ragers from NY to LA. Bass music producer HVDES has tapped into Evanescence’s generational rock anthem, flipping the gothic nu-metal tune into a wild drum & bass rendition. Tonal growls and neurofunk bass patches are at the heart of the remix, which uses frenetic drum programming to drive the arrangement home for a proper 2021 electronic makeover. The remix also comes paired with an Ergo Proxy anime audiovisual, which, well, brings the remix to life with its cyberpunk vibes. Check out the clip below. You can download HVDES’ “Bring Me to Life” remix here. Recommended ...
A Collaboration Between Swedish House Mafia and The Weeknd Could Be On the Way
New music from The Weeknd is imminently arriving and after hearing a teaser of his next release, speculation is abound it might just be a collaboration with Swedish House Mafia. Fans know that Swedish House Mafia are arguably the most cryptic musicians in the business, but this time the teaser that might indicate their next release has come from The Weeknd himself. The “Blinding Lights” artist recently posted a clip of a molten sun beaming over a shadowy landscape as a synthwave-inspired production plays in the background. There’s a confluence of factors fueling the rumors of a new collab. First, from a musical perspective, the style of the production falls within the trio’s wheelhouse after their last release, the downtempo “Lifetime” with Ty...
Deorro Taps J Balvin Collaborator Jeon for Spicy New Hip-Shaker, “Rumba”
For the last 12 months Deorro has been on a red-hot roll. First came “Cuando,” a blood-pumping collaboration with Los Dutis that kicked off a string of singles inspired by the artist’s Mexican heritage. Now, the renowned producer is knee-deep in the lead up to his debut Latin album, ORRO. Released July 30th via Ultra Records was his latest single, the party-ready “Rumba” with Aruba export Jeon. Loud and proud, “Rumba” wastes no time in kicking the energy up to high gear. With anticipative builds, euphoric Latin-inspired drops, and infectious Spanish lyrics, it’s primed to dominate the dance floor. Recommended Articles The song was also inspired by Cumbia, a style of music and dance that originated in Colombia. Celebrated ...
Rolls Rollin Extends Invitation to an “Unholy Invasion” With New Hyper-House Track
Canadian DJ and electronic music producer Rolls Rollin has quite literally been on a roll as of late. Having emerged into the scene just last year, he has already delivered 10 dominant tracks. His latest offering “Unholy Invasion” is a high-energy club scorcher that stays true to its name with its hyper-house arrangement. This frenetic single employs a sweltering, fast-paced tempo, infused with a pounding sub bass that transports listeners to an intergalactic ride. Drawing on happy hardcore influences, “Unholy Invasion” is a bold step forward for the Toronto-based artist. Out now on Rollin Royalty Records, his very own record label, “Unholy Invasion” further situates Rolls Rollin as one to watch. Recommended Arti...
Sovereign Records Drops Dancefloor-Ready “Sovereign Collection Vol.1” Compilation
Miami-based label Sovereign Records was created for the purpose of finding emerging artists and sharing their music with the world. Establishing themselves as a progressive music entertainment company, Sovereign strives to share new and refreshing tracks from a broad roster of international artists. In doing so, the imprint hopes to provide music that can compliment all types of events and dancefloors while offering an experimental edge you won’t find elsewhere. Their latest compilation, Sovereign Collection Vol.1 is a carefully curated amalgamation of club-driven music consisting of 13 diverse artists. This 10-track offering includes an eclectic mix of sounds courtesy of budding Moroccan musician Mariline, American Idol finalist Robbie Rosen, ...
