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Kaleena Zanders’ Healing Single “We’ll Stand Together” Touches On the Strengths of Community
With the 24-hour news cycle and an endless stream of troubling content on social media, it’s easy to feel down about the state of the world. But with Pride Month in full swing, a much-needed influx of celebration, love and kindness is washing over. One such instance comes from Class of 2022 star Kaleena Zanders’ new single “We’ll Stand Together.” With a discography full of profound songs that examine peace and harmony for humanity, Zanders’ latest track touches on the strengths of community. “Wanted to release some love & light into the world because honestly I’m at a loss for solutions,” Zanders explained in an Instagram post. “Uplifting songs have always been the way for me to navigate this life and I hope you feel a sense of comfort listening to th...
Swardy Explores the Complex Intricacies That Make Us Human In Audiovisual Album, “Compact Objects”
Using new technology to explore the world during a time of forced isolation, Swardy delves into the complexities of what makes us unique on his new album, Compact Objects. A passionate traveler finding himself sidelined due to the ongoing pandemic, Swardy dove headfirst into 3D animation to cultivate new opportunities for adventure. With no experience under his belt, he downloaded the popular animation toolset Blender and began a two-year journey that would eventually culminate in Compact Objects. We caught up with Swardy to explore what went into the development of his visceral audiovisual album. Beginning work in March 2020, Swardy set out to create a dreamlike journey for his endearing mascot, Morne Diablotins. Sharing a name with the tallest mountain in Dominica, he found ins...
Halsey Unveils Teaser for ‘So Good’ Music Video: Watch
Halsey shared a glimpse at the upcoming music video for their new single “So Good” on Tuesday (June 7). Over the tinkling of music box chimes, the singer wordlessly locks eyes with her partner, Alev Aydin, who also serves as the video’s director as well as inspiration for the song. Other shots show a close-up of an engraved award commemorating Halsey’s June 30, 2018, show at Red Rocks Amphitheater in Morrison, Colo., as well as an empty makeup chair in front of a lit vanity, and a long moss colored couch behind a glass coffee table. In the caption, Halsey confirmed the track’s release date, writing, “‘So Good’ – June 9 Official Music Video – June 10.” Explore Explore See latest videos, charts and news See latest videos, charts and news The single’s road to release has been littered with co...
Armin van Buuren Announces Album Trilogy, “Feel Again”
Fans of Armin van Buuren have a lot to look forward to this year and beyond. The trance music icon has announced a three-part album series. Aptly titled Feel Again, the trilogy, van Buuren said, was created to reestablish the connection between his friends, family and fans that the pandemic had eroded. He also dropped the series’ titular single “Feel Again,” a stunning house track featuring Wrabel that will appear on Part 1, which will arrive this Friday, June 10th and will comprise 10 songs. The trilogy’s remaining two chapters are expected to be released in the fall of 2022 and the opening months of 2023 respectively, according to a press release issued by Armada. Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles “I’m really excited to announce my upcoming F...
Mz Worthy Kicks Off Pride Month With Heart-Pumping House Single, “Feel It”
Dirtybird cofounder Mz Worthy has returned this summer with a new house anthem, “Feel It.” Corresponding with her first Pride Month performance in Los Angeles, the track dropped on June 3rd via Club Sweat. “Feel It” is a four-on-the-floor filler, overlaid with an infectious, singalong refrain that erupts into a dark and dirty drop. Twinkling arpeggios thrum above a shimmering synth soundscape before the arrangement’s punchy snares fire it off it into each of its two breaks. “I hope while you’re listening you can just let go of it all and be your true self,” Mz Worthy said in a press release. Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles “I was thinking about that moment on the dance floor when you are just feeling the music and the vibe,̶...
Vini Vici Tap Gabry Ponte and Zafrir for Psytrance Anthem, “Lo Nevosh”
A trifecta of top dance music talent has teamed up for “Lo Nevosh,” a high-flying track from Vini Vici, Gabry Ponte and Zafrir. The three have undeniable chemistry in the new single, which arrived by way of a joint release from GEKAI and Spinnin’ Records. Replete with tribal chants and rave-fueled sound design, it’s a psytrance smash, and one that was seemingly designed to get crowds moving. And that’s exactly what it’s been doing on the festival circuit this year. Check out the moment Vini Vici dropped the song live on Ultra’s Mainstage: Vini Vici have been on a roll in 2022, releasing new music at the dizzying pace you would expect from one of the world’s leading psytrance acts. New tracks include “Sweet Harmony,” ̶...
What So Not Reveals Tracklist of Sophomore Album, Drops Lead Single With Oliver Tree and Killer Mike
What So Not‘s sophomore album cycle is officially underway, and he isn’t hesitating to continue bucking convention. The Australian DJ and producer announced the long-awaited follow-up to 2018’s Not All The Beautiful Things LP is due to arrive this September. Titled Anomaly, the album, What So Not says, was a product of his travels immediately prior to the isolating onset of the pandemic. The writing process caused him to consider what we owe to our communities, our environment, and each other. The album’s lead single, “Mr Regular,” recruits two standout voices in Oliver Tree and Run The Jewels’ Killer Mike. Overlaying an elastic trap lead and plodding drums, the two share mirroring sentiments reflecting upon how their non-l...
SIDEPIECE Link Up With Lee Foss to Reimagine Ciara’s 2004 Hit, “1, 2 Step”
Grammy-nominated house music tandem SIDEPIECE (Party Favor and Nitti Gritti) have joined forces with Repopulate Mars label boss Lee Foss for their first-ever collaboration. Out now via Insomniac Records, “1, 2 Step” is a surefire dancefloor filler that samples Ciara’s 2004 classic of the same name, which features Missy Elliott. SIDEPIECE and Foss previewed the track at EDC Las Vegas last month. And it goes without saying that it went off: Having collectively remixed the likes of Lana Del Rey, Rudimental, Calvin Harris and many more, SIDEPIECE and Foss are quite the team. They initially met last year, when the latter was impressed after the former rinsed an early demo of the record at Audiotistic San Diego. They then decided to rework “1, 2 Step&#...
Pioneering Tropical House Artist Thomas Jack Returns After 4-Year Hiatus: Listen to “Sandman”
One of the forefathers of tropical-inspired electronic music has returned with a bold new direction and the same feel-good energy. It’s a best-of-both-worlds scenario as longtime fans of Thomas Jack re-embrace the Australian producer following a four-year hiatus. Jack’s career certainly wasn’t one you’d up and leave behind without good reason. The pioneering “Rivers” producer is widely credited with having had a role in coining the term “tropical house” after a friend jokingly suggested he adopt the terminology based on how his music sounded. That’s because his music channeled the exotic sounds of summer across the world. Uplifting and carefree, Jack’s music was breezy, light and distinct in its employment of eclectic ...
Listen to Zeds Dead’s Filthy Dubstep Remix of ESPN Theme for 2022 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs
Zeds Dead are the hottest thing on ice right now. In celebration of the NHL Playoffs’ long-awaited return to ESPN, the worldwide leader in sports has commissioned a series of remixes from top talent in order to take their signature NHL theme music to the next level. The original soundtrack’s dramatic, orchestral theme receives a shot in the arm from veteran electronic music duo Zeds Dead, who didn’t hesitate to deliver an adrenaline-inducing dose of bass into the mix. With its with voluminous stadium claps, the original arrangement provides a suspenseful build for Zeds Dead, who manage to flip it into a dirty dubstep smash with an onslaught of unearthly growls and grinding basslines. Zeds Dead’s remix follows alternate takes on the track from famed hip-hop pro...
Celebrate 10 Years of “I Love It” With New Remix of Icona Pop’s Breakout Anthem
2012 was a year of icons: “Call Me Maybe” by Carly Rae Jepsen, “Let Me Love You” by Ne-Yo, “Gangnam Style” by PSY, channel Orange by Frank Ocean. And lest we forget “I Don’t Care (I Love It)” by Icona Pop and Charli XCX, a song that radiates with restless youth and summer sun. Five Platinum certifications and more than 1.1 billion global streams later, Icona Pop are now celebrating the hit’s tenth (feel old yet?) anniversary on June 14th with a new remix. Produced alongside Osrin and Ellis, this new version of “I Love It” will shoot chills down your spine, updated with an electro house bassline and adorned with heart-pumping rave synths. Not to mention the attention paid to the timeless refrain so deeply ingrained in o...
KUČKA Shares First Solo Song of 2022, “Messed Up”
Just weeks after the bombshell release of her collaboration with Flume and QUIET BISON, “ESCAPE,” KUČKA is back for more—this time with her first solo release of the year. And for KUČKA, this one has been years in the making. In fact, it wasn’t until several months ago that “Messed Up” was dusted off and completed after vexing the artist for years. The final “Messed Up” tantalizingly pairs an eerie, flute-like melody with KUČKA’s signature cosmic vocal tone, swirling amongst the colorful chaos of its synths. Masterfully it brings together U.K. garage and hyperpop, building on dreamy sound design and energized breaks to maximize the song’s disorienting, mesmeric effect. “I’m under a spell that’s hard to b...
