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Papa Khan Makes Oceanic Monstercat Debut With Must-Listen Song, “The Tide”
One year after Papa Khan broke the internet with his breakthrough single “Rain,” the young bass music producer is back with another masterstroke. Released today on Monstercat was the latest song from one of bass music’s most exciting artists, dubbed “The Tide.” Khan, who was named to EDM.com‘s Class of 2021 earlier this year, has once again harnessed his self-taught music production skills and dropped another instant classic that’s sure to be rinsed in DJ sets for years to come. “The Tide” opens with gentle water droplets and cavernous vocals, lending to a spacey atmosphere where Khan’s wholly singular sound design shines. What follows is a dizzying array of syncopated synths and bass, which combine to transport Khan’s liste...
Bob Moses Deliver Cathartic Single “Time and Time Again” With Angsty Visualizer: Watch
An exciting new era has begun for Grammy Award-nominated duo Bob Moses. After a lull on the music front, their latest single “Time and Time Again” marks the tandem’s debut release on Astralwerks, in a unique global partnership with Domino Recording Co. Known for their immaculate collision of house music and emotionally charged pop, Bob Moses also recently announced a 25-stop tour in 2022 with support from Amtrac, TSHA, and Jon Hopkins. “Time and Time Again” transcends what Bob Moses have brought to past hits. At the surface, the track is a nod to the nostalgia of time spent dancing with friends. However, in a statement, the duo explained that the track “was inspired by a close friend who we lost too soon,” adding that the writing p...
Mitski Announces New Album Laurel Hell, Listen to ‘The Only Heartbreaker’
Mitski is set to release her sixth album on February 4, and just unveiled her latest single “The Only Heartbreaker.” Laurel Hell is available for pre-order via Dead Oceans. Breaking her three-year hiatus with “Working for the Knife” last month, her newly released single is also accompanied by a video. “The Only Heartbreaker” video was co-directed by Maegan Houang and Jeff Desom, and it was the indie rocker’s first time being filmed almost entirely in front of a green screen. Mitski said of the upcoming Laurel Hell, “I needed to create something that was also a pep talk.” The record will follow her 2018 Be The Cowboy. She will embark on her 2022 North American tour in February, first stopping at the Orange Peel in Asheville, North Carolina. [embedded content][embedd...
Watch Joseph Reuben’s Stunning Video Debut: ‘Life In Colour’
Film composer turned singer-songwriter, Joseph Reuben, has released his debut music video for “Life in Colour.” The video mirrors the song’s sweeping dynamics — with restless strings to thundering percussion — that frame its leading man. Stream “Life in Colour” here. Reuben sings, achingly, of tantalizing visions — maybe even premonitions — of a romance that’s just out-of-touch. His otherworldly falsetto offsets the grand production in a way that’s reminiscent of Usher’s “Climax” or Chris Martin. In these quieter moments, you can hear the underlying syncopation that gives this riveting ballad its darker, bluesier, hue. [embedded content][embedded content] “Life in Colour” is the first single from Reuben’s just-released EP, Welcome to Dreamland — a maximalist ode to the golden Hollywood era...
Conrank Embraces Total Evolution of Sound on Sophomore Album, “This Simulation’s Breached”
After unveiling his long-awaited debut album in 2019, many fans were craving even more from Conrank. He’s now delivered a follow-up in his stunning sophomore album, This Simulation’s Breached, released via his home base of Circus Records. Across the 17 tracks featured on This Simulation’s Breached, Conrank has introduced listeners to a complete transformation of sound. Although the heavy, face-melting bass elements remain, the U.K. bass music producer shows off more than just production chops. His vocals are featured prominently from the beginning, taking center stage in “Moonshine” and “Simulation Breach.” Similarly, his vocal talents are often supported by his longtime friend and guitarist Gwen LaFitte in Prodigy-like fashion. The...
PENNYWILD’s “Night People” EP Is a Love Letter to Underground Nightlife and Drag Culture
Los Angeles-based dance music producer and artist PENNYWILD has unveiled her sophomore EP, NIGHT PEOPLE, via Popgang Records. The five-track house and techno EP serves as her love letter to underground nightlife, paying homage to drag, rave, and club culture. Each song contains vocal snippets that tell a humorous and engaging story of a rowdy night out featuring actors like Adwin Brown (Netflix’s You,) Emmy Mattingly Chucker (Disney’s Liv & Maddi,) and Sherry Cola (Freeform’s Good Trouble). It’s as if you’re there with PENNYWILD experiencing the fun right alongside her for the entirety of the EP, starting with its first track “GET READY,” a blissed-out disco-house number with vocal samples from a pregame. The conversation flows directly into the next tune “SIDE STREETS,” and as t...
TNGHT Return With Trippy New Single “Tums”: Listen
TNGHT are bouncing back into the forefront of trap music without missing a beat. With “Tums,” the duo’s first effort since 2019’s II album, Hudson Mohawke and Lunice‘s calculus was simple: do what feels right and don’t overthink it. As Lunice identifies, the approach is a foundational pillar of the duo’s popularity. “‘Tums’ was made from that collective feeling of, ‘OMG maybe there actually ARE going to be parties again,'” Lunice said in a statement. “That feeling seemed to inspire the first principles of the TNGHT project: Keep it really fun. Dumb. Hard-hitting. Don’t overwork it.” On “Tums,” TNGHT open things up with their signature punchy 808s, setting a welcome and...
Galantis Transform Coldplay and BTS’ “My Universe” Into Intoxicating House Anthem
Continuing their hot streak of high-powered remixes, Galantis have reworked Coldplay and BTS‘s smash hit “My Universe.” Known for their floaty, feel-good house sound, Galantis have delivered an intoxicating house anthem. Kicking up the tempo of the original, the remix transforms from a laid-back love ballad to an uptempo dance tune that aims to get the dancefloor moving. The final third sees a complete tonal shift, as BTS’ catchy verse takes center stage. Take a listen to the new remix below. Recommended Articles Following the release of 2020’s Church album, Galantis have looked sharp and remained prolific. Earlier this year, they released a huge collab with Don Diablo as well as joint tracks with David Guetta and Hook N Sling. They’ve als...
Alison Wonderland Revives Whyte Fang Alias With Distorted Banger, “TIDES”: Listen
Alison Wonderland has heeded the call of the wild with her Whyte Fang alias, which made its return this week after more than six years since new music last arrived. Her new single “TIDES” dropped today under her own FMU Records banner. “This is all the weird stuff,” Wonderland playfully warned while teasing its release. She’s not wrong: during its 105 seconds, frenetic strings manage to mutate into a firestorm of distorted 808s and eerie synths. The wonky “TIDES” then sprints across the finish line with an adventurous second drop in double time, delivering a raucous rush of drum & bass. While hectic in its structure, “TIDES” is enticing in its sound design, which finds Whyte Fang bringing the arrangement together for one cohesive an...
Alison Wonderland Revives Whyte Fang Alias With Distorted Banger, “TIDES”: Listen
Alison Wonderland has heeded the call of the wild with her Whyte Fang alias, which made its return this week after more than six years since new music last arrived. Her new single “TIDES” dropped today under her own FMU Records banner. “This is all the weird stuff,” Wonderland playfully warned while teasing its release. She’s not wrong: during its 105 seconds, frenetic strings manage to mutate into a firestorm of distorted 808s and eerie synths. The wonky “TIDES” then sprints across the finish line with an adventurous second drop in double time, delivering a raucous rush of drum & bass. While hectic in its structure, “TIDES” is enticing in its sound design, which finds Whyte Fang bringing the arrangement together for one cohesive an...
Fluencee Takes On Sarah Tromley’s “Fake It” With Intoxicating Remix: Listen
In a captivating, cross-genre effort, Portland-raised songstress Sarah Tromley has enlisted Fluencee to give her latest single “Fake It” the remix treatment. Since kicking off her career back in 2019, Tromley has been consistently earning praise for her authentic and empowering lyrics, while this new remix from Fluencee marks her very first venture into the electronic dance music space. On top of signing his original productions to labels such as Lowly (“Demons“) and Metanoia Music (“Boomerang“), among others, Fluencee has taken on official remix duties for the likes of The Chainsmokers, The Knocks, NERVO, and Elephante, and more. With his rework of Sarah Tromley’s “Fake It,” he once again showcases his production skills, infusing the sultry R&B cut ...
Gryffin, Jason Ross, and Calle Lehmann Drop Anthemic Single “After You”
After months of tireless work, Gryffin and Jason Ross have released their highly anticipated collab, “After You,” featuring Calle Lehmann. “After You” is exactly what fans could have hoped for from a collaboration involving Gryffin and Ross. The upbeat feel compliments the sublime vocals of Lehmann, Gryffin’s longtime collaborator, while powerful percussion and soaring synths help convey a melancholic message. It’s yet another anthem for listeners to latch on to. “‘After You’ started as an idea tossed around at the end of a long Zoom writing session,” says Gryffin. “The hook immediately captivated me, and I had Calle send me his vocals right away. Jason and I were also looking to work together, and I sent him the...
