New Music
Listen to Nero’s New Remix of Iconic 1983 Song “Relax”
There’s an escalating output of new music from the elusive Nero trio. The group has just dropped their third remix within a week. Prior to their latest run of releases, the group had remained dark for two years. It’s no secret that 80s era sonics and aesthetics have played a substantial role in shaping the Nero we know today. For their latest remix, the trio put a new spin on one of the decade’s most recognizable hits, Frankie Goes to Hollywood‘s 1984 hit “Relax.” While it’s clear from the outset this is a Nero remix based on the sweeping textures, punchy kicks, and robotic basses, Nero is careful to build ample suspense before truly throwing listeners for a loop. As Holly Johnson calls out in earnest, “Hit me with your laser b...
Major Lazer Drop Long-Awaited “Titans” Collab With Sia and Labrinth
Major Lazor and Diplo’s long-awaited collaboration with Sia and Labrinth has finally arrived. Since confirming the 2021 release of “Titans” back in October, fans have been eagerly waiting for the mega-collaboration to drop. While Diplo and Sia have worked together and remained close collaborators and friends over the years, the two teamed up with multiplatinum singer-songwriter and producer Labrinth to form the supergroup LSD, dropping powerhouse singles throughout 2018 before their self-titled 2019 debut EP. After a year full of teasing, “Titans” has arrived on the deluxe edition of the group’s latest album, Music Is The Weapon. Released in 2020, the album features an array of fresh collaborations with Alessia Cara, French Montana, Nicki Minaj, Skip Marley...
A New Swedish House Mafia Song Title Has Been Listed on ASCAP
The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) has listed a new recording called “Not Yesterday,” which seems to have been penned by Swedish House Mafia under the Universal Music Group umbrella. Following the group’s last album, 2012’s Until Now, and surprise separation in 2013, each member of the iconic three-piece electronic music outfit went on to create their own individual music. Axwell, Sebastian Ingrosso, and Steve Angello eventually reunited in 2018 to perform at Ultra Music Festival, but still left fans without information on the future of new music as group. ASCAP’s listing of “Not Yesterday,” a song penned by Swedish House Mafia members Axwell, Sebastian Ingrosso, and Steve Angello, among others. [Screenshot via ED...
Listen to deadmau5’s First hau5trap Release, “Nextra”
It’s always a good day when deadmau5 shares new music. Today fans were treated to a new track called “Nextra,” which arrived by way of deadmau5’s new hau5trap imprint. His first release on the label, the single is a vintage, spine-chilling deep house cut. With a rolling four-on-the-floor house rhythm and quirky plucks, it’s reminiscent of his earlier work, à la 2010’s 4×4=12 album. Known for his penchant for challenging genre standards, deadmau5 does just that in the song’s break with a music unique production method. Here, he produces his typically spacey synths, but delays them in a warped cadence, making for a subtle yet forward-thinking technique that drives “Nextra” home. You can listen to “Nextra” b...
Waxahatchee Covers Dolly Parton, Bruce Springsteen, Lucinda Williams on Saint Cloud Deluxe Edition
Waxahatchee’s 2020 album, Saint Cloud just hit its one-year anniversary, and to celebrate the landmark, Katie Crutchfield did what 2020 wrought for musicians: a live-streamed show. The content within that livestream beautifully evolved into a deluxe edition of Saint Cloud featuring three covers: Lucinda Williams’ “Fruits of My Labor,” Dolly Parton’s 1977 gem “Light of a Clear Blue Morning,” and Bruce Springsteen’s poignant HIV/AIDS song “Streets of Philadelphia.” Crutchfield adds her own peaceful spirit and indie-twang to each song. The new collection of music is titled Saint Cloud +3 and can be found on all streaming services and BandCamp. Saint Cloud arrived just as world-wide lockdowns were in place last year, so her first project since 2018’s Great Thunder&nbs...
Aibai Perfects Her Indietronica Recipe on Debut EP, “Glow”
Over the last five years, young independent artists have found themselves in a new golden age of visibility. There’s a vast pool of talent located outside the reaches of the mainstream label ecosystem, and 23-year-old producer Aibai is one of them. Now, with the release of her debut Glow EP, the sky’s the limit for her budding career. Released March 27th, Glow‘s four tracks are a collectively smooth and consistent take on the ever-popular indietronica niche. A clear contemporary of this discipline, influences include Foreign Family Collective exports Jai Wolf, ford. and Kasbo and indie pop counterparts Clairo, Jay Som and Crumb. But where others have settled into the shadows of these established sounds, Glow carves its own path, daringly...
Slushii Drops Dubstep Remix of “My War” from Anime Series Attack on Titan
Slushii has paid tribute to one of the biggest anime shows out there with a new dubstep remix of Attack on Titan‘s current theme song. Originally recorded by the Japanese rock group Shinsei Kamattechan, “My War” took over as the theme of the show on the premiere of its fourth and final season late last year. Leaving the iconic, catchy vocals from the beginning of the original largely intact, Slushii, an overt anime and manga fan, eases listeners into the rework. After introducing some vocal samples from the show, he unleashes chaotic, choppy bass at a scale as epic as the battles depicted in the series. Fans of both the show and the producer took to social media in droves to share their admiration for the remix, which was created and released in just one day. You can...
Alok’s CONTROVERSIA Imprint Delivers First Compilation EP
In just two years, Alok‘s CONTROVERSIA imprint has achieved immense success. His two most recent releases on the label, “Rapture” and “Love Again” with Alida, have racked up 14 million and 16 million plays, respectively. Today, the Brazilian superstar has released the first curated compilation for his flagship label. Alok has enlisted a handful of notable talents from around the globe for CONTROVERSIA’s first compilation including Bhaskar, WILL K, Zafrir, and Yves V, to name a few. The EP offers a great deal of consistency and aligns with CONTROVERSIA’s vision. Each of the 15 tracks remain within the realm of house music, with a handful of them being previous released such as “Empy Bottle” by Santti and Ali Bakg...
ZHU Shares New Single With Yuna, Confirms Release Date of New “Dreamland 2021” Album
Earlier this month, a simple tweet from the enigmatic ZHU sent fans into a tizzy. A succinct, two-word caption about his next album opened up the floodgates and he began revealing more details, like a cryptic update to his website that seemingly revealed its release date. After much anticipation, we now officially have a name and release date for his third studio album. Dreamland 2021 will arrive via Astralwerks on April 30th. To kick things off, ZHU has dropped his new single “Sky Is Crying” featuring the celebrated Malaysian singer-songwriter Yuna. The deep house track showcases ZHU’s signature haunting flair, with brooding synths and a slow-burning groove. Yuna’s angelic tone pairs perfectly with the producer’s unmistakable vocals. Alo...
Watch Zeds Dead’s Entrancing Visual Experience for New 13-Track Mixtape, “Catching Z’s”
The bass music pioneers hailing from Toronto, Zeds Dead sent the dance music community into a frenzy with the announcement of their new record label Altered States. With a plan to usher in a new musical home for electronic, chill, and downtempo music, Zeds Dead proudly unveiled the inauguration of imprint with Catching Z’s, a 13-track mixtape of brand new original music. The new mixtape follows suit as a part of their highly praised Catching Z’s mixtape series, which began in 2016 with its first volume, where the two showcased the deeper and more delicate side of the Zeds Dead sound. From dubstep to drum & bass to house music, Zeds Dead’s genre-defying sound has never been pigeonholed into a singular style. Peaceful yet enthralling, Catching...
How Motez’s Experiences as a Refugee in Iraq Have Shaped His Music
Refugees are some of the strongest, most resilient people. They’re tough, determined, and not afraid to chase their dreams. Since Motez began making dance music almost a decade ago, he has consistently explored new sounds and has not held back from diving into deeply philosophical topics about the human condition. Perhaps it’s because he has already overcome some extremely adverse circumstances. Motez was born in Baghdad, where he survived Saddam Hussein’s rule in Iraq and lived through the Gulf War. He eventually moved to Australia in 2006, where he’s lived ever since. Since then, he has emerged as one of Australia’s most inventive music producers, amassing millions of streams and performing at various festivals across the globe. However, despite all the wins, he has never forgotten...
Grammy-Nominated “Cola” Duo Elderbrook and CamelPhat Reunite for New Single, “Body”
Lightning has struck for the third time after CamelPhat and Elderbrook reunited for “Body,” a brand new collaboration from the famed “Cola” artists. The pair, who were nominated for the Grammy Award for Best Dance Recording back in 2018 for “Cola,” have once again joined forces for what sounds like another house music classic. The anthemic “Body” picks right up where “Cola” left off, with a disco-inspired funk and house hybrid that could soundtrack an Austin Powers rollerskating scene. That aesthetic is mirrored in the official “Body” music video, a kaleidoscopic, 3D-animated visual depicting the cityscapes of Seoul, Korea. Check it out below. Elderbrook and CamelPhat also joined for...
