New Music
Steve Aoki, Kiiara, and Wiz Khalifa Reimagined a Matchbox Twenty Hit for New Single, “Used To Be”
Steve Aoki has arrived with his next star-studded collaboration. He’s joined forces with the multi-platinum selling pop songstress Kiiara for the new single “Used To Be,” along with none other than the Grammy and Golden Globe-nominated Wiz Khalifa. The track will sound familiar for those who were alive when CDs reigned supreme. It’s a bright reimagination of Matchbox Twenty‘s hit single “Unwell,” but instead of Rob Thomas belting out the iconic chorus, we have the angelic vocals of Kiiara leading the charge. The production leans towards a melodic pop crossover hit with soaring synths and strong drum patterns. Khalifa’s signature flow rounds out the track and brings some edge to the nostalgic collaboration. Along wit...
Kaytranada Drops Over 100 Unearthed Songs Under Old Alias
Following the success of his sophomore album BUBBA and his massive haul at the 2021 Grammy Awards, Kaytranada has shared an astounding amount of never-before-heard music with fans. Over 100 tracks dating back to 2009 have arrived by way of Bandcamp under his old alias, KAYTRADAMUS. All of the music is packaged neatly into 7 unique bundles. The tunes range from remixes of “Bad Girls” by M.I.A. and “Blue Magic” by Jay-Z to entire collections of originals. With such a high count of songs comes a great deal of variety. The Canadian super-producer provides funky, energetic beats while also introducing grimy, bass-heavy offerings. KAYTRANADA cites uncleared samples as the reason why these songs had never been released prior. Releases like th...
Technasia’s New Single Features WhatsApp Voice Memos from Fans: Listen
The techno community has been missing a singular figure since the Parisian DJ Technasia went silent. It has been five long years since he dropped the 2015 collaboration “Suga” with Green Velvet, but the dry spell is finally over. Technasia has made his triumphant return to Toolroom Records with the club-ready single “Bring It Back.” The track is an homage to the current state of dance music. Since Technasia left on hiatus, the scene has changed drastically with COVID-19 bringing live music to a standstill. “Bring It Back” embodies the sentiment we all are feeling: we want club culture back. The creative process to form the single is unlike anything we’ve heard, calling on his fellow Toolroom family to send voice notes of what they miss a...
Kayzo Teams Up With The Word Alive’s Telle Smith on Metal Crossover “Never Let You Down”
Kayzo is no newcomer to the metal-bass crossover genre. He’s here to blur the lines once again with an explosive new single called “Never Let You Down” with The Word Alive frontman Telle Smith. Metalcore fans will go crazy for this track, which features the raw screams of Smith against fast-paced drum breakdowns and screeching electric guitar riffs. The Welcome Records founder has mastered his metal-infused electronic sound, which wreaks havoc on speakers. Check out the track below. This is the second single the “Doghouse” brand proprietor has released this year, following his electro-punk collaboration with Black Tiger Sex Machine and Point North, “Lifeline.” Kayzo also recently announced that he has a documentary in the works...
TroyBoi Infuses Signature Trap Sound on Justin Bieber’s “REDEYE”: Listen
Justin Bieber‘s Justice album is finally out. And while it may have been a major letdown for fans of electronic music looking for bangers courtesy of Skrillex and Virtual Riot, it was TroyBoi who swooped in to save the day. For electronic music fans, the TroyBoi-assisted “REDEYE” is far and away the best track on Justice. It’s a sultry melodic trap tune that interpolates Bieber’s honeyed vocals with TroyBoi’s signature sound, highlighted by the renowned producer’s distinctive plucks and thick 808s. You won’t be able to find “REDEYE” on streaming platforms just yet. The collaboration was released as a Justice bonus track and made available only to fans who purchased the album from Bieber’s official online store. You...
Claptone Unveils Spellbinding New Tech House Single, “Zero”
Mysterious German tech house producer Claptone has unveiled a new original track titled “Zero,” out today via Different Recordings. Incorporating mesmeric vocals, entrancing piano chords, and atmospheric synths, Claptone has expertly crafted a tech house anthem to light up any dance-floor. “Zero” brims with sensational sound design that shares a story with those who listen closely. The track’s anonymous vocalist sings about seeking an outlet for her “waterfall of thoughts,” worrying that they may end up for naught. The refrain in the chorus, “Zero is a bore,” can be interpreted as a shame to have one’s creativity go to waste. The release of “Zero” came accompanied with a visual, where we see Claptone driving ...
Peaches Shares ‘Pussy Mask’ Single and Animated Video
“Pussy Mask” is the title of Peaches’ new tune, and are you really surprised? It’s a song that she says is “absurd and fun but also a reflection of our concerns.” The accompanying video features animated versions of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and Dr. Anthony Fauci. Lyrics to the bouncy tune include “Pander pussy / Candor pussy /Commander pussy / Gerrymandered pussy /Don’t slander pussy ” … “Put my pussy in the Senate / Have my pussy as your tenant.” <!– // Brid Player Singles. var _bp = _bp||[]; _bp.push({ “div”: “Brid_10143537”, “obj”: {“id”:”25115″,”width”:”480″,”height”:”270″,”playlist”:”10315...
How Cruz is Bridging the Gap Between Electronic and Latin Pop Music
It’s no secret that Latin pop and electronic music go together like wine and cheese. The two have lived in perfect harmony for years. However, unlike cheese, the ingredients of this unique marriage never spoil. In fact, like cheese’s boozy counterpart, the combination gets better with age. Cruz knows how to ferment the grapes of dance music’s vines to produce the finest wine. With an innovative approach to music production, the Grammy-winning artist has a profound ability to twist Latin pop and electronic music into his own unique blend. The proof is in the pudding: his global 2019 hit “Ya No Soy Asi,” a sultry collaboration with hotly-tipped singer-songwriter Thiago X, went viral on Spotify in 13 countries. Cruz’s latest crossover track, ̶...
Warpaint Share Their Interpretation of Gang of Four’s ‘Paralysed’
Warpaint has shared their interpretation of the Gang of Four tune “Paralysed,” which is the third song released ahead of The Problem of Leisure: A Celebration of Andy Gill and Gang of Four collection that is due out May 28. It’s the third cut taken from the 20-track, two-CD/LP compilation album featuring Gang of Four songs done by major artists, and features original artwork by Damien Hirst. <!– // Brid Player Singles. var _bp = _bp||[]; _bp.push({ “div”: “Brid_10143537”, “obj”: {“id”:”25115″,”width”:”480″,”height”:”270″,”playlist”:”10315″,”inviewBottomOffset”:”105px”} }); –> Warpaint’s Jenny Lee, who produced he...
Gilligan Moss Delivers a “Special Thing” Ahead of Debut Album
Closely following the release of their Slow Down EP, Gilligan Moss is back with a funky new track called “Special Thing,” out now on ODESZA’s Foreign Family Collective. “Special Thing” arrives textured with enchanting nature sounds, creating a beautiful tune that encompasses a warm summertime sensation. Infused with groovy guitar riffs, a filtered vocal loop, and smooth chord progressions, “Special Thing” is true to its name. Friends since the age of three, the dynamic duo comprising Gilligan Moss have been on quite a journey through the years. Although the two have been releasing music together since 2015, their forthcoming album will be their debut. Just last month, Gilligan Moss released their first EP featuring three previously released singles, “Ultraparadiso,” “F...
Lord Huron Release New Single, ‘Mine Forever,’ Announce Long Lost
Indie folk stars Lord Huron are, in fact, putting out a new album after having teased a project for almost two months on social media. It’s called Long Lost and will be available on May 21 via Whispering Pines Studios Inc./Republic Records. The formal announcement comes after a series of videos (some more cryptic than others) and the release of “Not Dead Yet” last month. Of course, those who have been keeping up to date with the band’s Alive From Whispering Pines series shouldn’t be all that shocked. <!– // Brid Player Singles. var _bp = _bp||[]; _bp.push({ “div”: “Brid_10143537”, “obj”: {“id”:”25115″,”width”:”480″,”height”:”270″,”playlist”:&#...
Crooked Colours Drop Hypnotic New Single “No Sleep” Along With Kaleidoscopic Visualizer
Beloved Australian trio Crooked Colours is back with their first original solo single of the year, the electrifying “No Sleep.” The single is a harmonious blend of indie, house, and pop, all of which alchemize into the indie electronica sound that we have come to know and love from the group. “No Sleep” features Crooked Colours’ signature sultry melodies, which reach new heights of seduction due to lead singer Phil Slabber‘s effortlessly cool croons. The track incorporates unique downtempo sound design, layering feathery plucks, echoing swells, and nuanced drum patterns to devastating effect. The hypnotic nature of the production comes to life in the song’s intoxicating visualizer, which you can check out below. “We’ve always trie...
