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Of The Trees Unveils Hypnotic Single “Windhorse” Ahead of New EP: Listen
Of The Trees has unveiled his latest single “Windhorse,” marking the visceral bass storyteller’s first chapter of his forthcoming EP, Tale of Elegos, due out October 27th. Spun in a natural and hypnotic ethos, Tale Of Elegos will showcase a collection of five tracks of ambient, downtempo electronic records. In addition to “Windhorse” collaborator Sophie Marks, the EP will feature Kala and Mary Coso, expanding the Denver-based beatsmith’s unique sound. Opening with elements of biomusic like rustling leaves and chirping bird samples, a gentle flute melody chimes in and eventually builds into a tribal beat drop, where fuzzy basslines underscore Marks’ sultry lyrics. Rhythmic percussion and warm, distorted synths ebb and flow throughout before the arrangement fades into a coda inspi...
George Clanton Unveils New Single, ‘Fucking Up My Life,’ with Negative Gemini
Ahead of his headlining tour that kicks off tomorrow (October 8) in Brooklyn, vaporwave legend and 100% Electronica founder George Clanton has released a brand new single, “Fucking Up My Life.” The track from his long-awaited upcoming album features rising artist (and Clanton’s frequent copilot) Negative Gemini and details Clanton’s love-hate relationship with touring — as in he loves it, and touring hates him back. “I’ve been working on my new album for the past two years,” Clanton told SPIN via email. “It was hard to choose which song to release ahead of this tour, but it had to be ‘Fucking Up My Life,’ because the song was written to go off live. The lyrics are a love letter to performing live. I’ve only ever had a rough time on tour, from losing money to sleeping on floors to breaking ...
Of The Trees Unveils Hypnotic Single “Windhorse” Ahead of New EP and Label Launch
Of The Trees has unveiled his latest single “Windhorse,” marking the visceral bass storyteller’s first chapter of his forthcoming EP, Tale of Elegos, due out October 27th. Spun in a natural and hypnotic ethos, Tale Of Elegos will showcase a collection of five tracks of ambient, downtempo electronic records. In addition to “Windhorse” collaborator Sophie Marks, the EP will feature Kala and Mary Coso, expanding the Denver-based beatsmith’s unique sound. Opening with elements of biomusic like rustling leaves and chirping bird samples, a gentle flute melody chimes in and eventually builds into a tribal beat drop, where fuzzy basslines underscore Marks’ sultry lyrics. Rhythmic percussion and warm, distorted synths ebb and flow throughout before the arrangement fades into a coda inspi...
Listen to Dillon Francis’ Bubbly Third Album, “Happy Machine”
Have a day, Dillon Francis. In celebration of his 34th birthday, the beloved dance music producer and jokester has dropped his third album, Happy Machine. In terms of its sound, the record is a far cry from Francis’ rowdy 2014 debut, Money Sucks, Friends Rule. But that doesn’t make it any less impressive. Spanning eight tracks, Happy Machine is a song-cycle of bubbly house music. It’s a warm hug after a lonely pandemic, and a clear attempt by Francis to subvert his fan-favorite sound in favor of one that showcases his growth. And isn’t that what we should all be doing after a period of isolation? IDGAFOS/Mad Decent Recommended Articles The highly collaborative album features joint tracks with Shift K3Y and Marc E. Bassy, Bow Anderson, Liza Owen, and 2...
Listen to Sonny Fodera’s Hypnotic “Last Thought” With Vintage Culture and MKLA
Do your thoughts at night keep you awake? Delivering a new single called “Last Thought,” Sonny Fodera has enlisted Brazilian superstar producer Vintage Culture and Canadian songstress MKLA to drop a hypnotic house thumper for the lovesick. “Last Thought” marks the third track from Fodera’s upcoming Wide Awake album. The first glimpse into what’s to come from the 14-track collection was gifted back in July with the assertive single “Nah.” At that time, there was no indication of an album in the works. Just last month Fodera announced the tracklist and release date of Wide Awake, accompanied by the album’s second single “Angel.” Reconnecting with Vintage Culture, the est...
Listen to the Debut Single From Steve Aoki’s Techno Alias, Ninja Attack
Steve Aoki has revealed a brand new side project, a techno music alias dubbed Ninja Attack. The move should come as no surprise. Underground house and techno music have seen a resurgence in the mainstream as of late, and if there’s anyone to capitalize on the trend, it’s Aoki. The dance music veteran’s reputation has long been predicated on his detachment from genre boundaries. Ninja Attack’s debut is called “Aurora.” The track is dark and minimal in nature, and while it surely won’t impress the traditionalist diehards of the techno community, it’s a solid foray into the genre. Aoki was smart to keep the production subdued here, so as to not completely alienate his fanbase. The kick drums smack with an industrial thud, but the sound desi...
Ivy Lab Release Forward-Thinking “Press Play” EP on Dirtybird White Label Series
Ivy Lab is in a lane of their own. When it comes to mixing hip-hop and bass music, no one does it quite like the London-based electronic duo. Last week, they went even further outside the lines with a brand new, forward-thinking EP titled Press Play, released on Dirtybird‘s White Label series. The EP is an evolution of Ivy Lab’s signature sounds, from their early days producing drum & bass to their more obscure, experimental sound. Press Play dives deep into their roots of producing obscure, cinematic, and unsettling electronic hip-hop. Eerie and kinetic, the record opens with its titular track, a sultry trap cut, before “BBQ,” a glitched-out halftime banger. Artwork for Ivy Lab’s “Press Play” EP. Recommended Articles The th...
“Nirvana Reimagined As House & Techno” Album Highlights Kurt Cobain’s Support for LGBTQ+ Causes
Previously, imagining what Nirvana would sound like as a dance music act was only a pie-in-the-sky thought, but today producers Jonathan Hay, Cain McKnight, and 41X have made the concept a reality. Their collaborative album, Nirvana Reimagined As House & Techno is not only a musical tribute to Kurt Cobain’s musical legacy, but also a tribute to his social and cultural impact. The inspiration for this seemingly outlandish idea is rooted in the artists’ desire to highlight Cobain’s fervent advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights. Given the vital role the queer community played in facilitating the rise of dance music culture, the producers felt that reimagining the musical world of Nirvana in an electronic music context would be an engaging way to highlight this infrequentl...
Listen to Rich DietZ and Poya’s Anthemic Trap Banger “Empire”
Rich DietZ are back—but this time with an exciting new look. Known for their unique twist on house music, the duo have eschewed their signature sound, teaming up with dubstep producer Poya for a brand new banger called “Empire.” “Empire” is a slight departure, but that doesn’t make it any less impressive. The thunderous single is as authoritative as its title suggests, a post-summer trap anthem that moonlights as a celebration of the long-awaited return of music festivals. The track’s mirthful lyrics invite listeners to simply let loose—and to break necks, of course. After a typically head-bopping hip-hop section, wherein Rich DietZ spit hedonistic verses over a smooth beat, “Empire” builds into something more menacing. Ev...
Watch REZZ and fknsyd’s Demonic “Let Me In” Music Video
REZZ has unveiled the latest puzzle piece to her hotly anticipated fourth album, a brand new single called “Let Me In,” alongside an eerie music video. The menacing sound design of REZZ and the haunting cadence of fknsyd are birds of a feather. Together they soundtrack the new “Let Me In” audiovisual, which follows the two artists on a dark, ritualistic journey. Much like the spiral motif of REZZ’s signature branding, the video is inspired by elements of magical realism, blending demonic imagery with tense camera work to send chills down the spine. Check out the official music video below. Recommended Articles “Let Me In” will feature on REZZ’s upcoming spiral LP, which is due out this fall ahead of an eponymous North...
Los Padres Drop Intoxicating Remix of Laidback Luke’s “If There Is Love”
As instructors and audio engineers at the NoFace Academy, the Los Padres duo spend most of their time in the studio. While the tandem are kept busy with their professional endeavors, Los Padres make time to release music on their NoFace Records sub label, Crmatic Records. Los Padres have returned with their fifth release of the year, an intoxicating rework of Laidback Luke and Raphi’s summertime hit “If There Is Love.” The original version is an electropop stunner, but the dynamic duo have flipped it into a blood-pumping dance rendition fit for the club. Watch Laidback Luke play the new Los Padres remix at Academy LA below. Los Padres maintain the original vocals from UK singer-songwriter Raphi, integrating a hypnotic element to the c...
Eliminate’s “Belly Of The Beast” EP Solidifies His Status as a Thought Leader In Bass Music: Listen
Eliminate lets his ideas run wild into the darkest depths of the sonic spectrum on his exploratory Belly Of The Beast EP. Fans and the industry alike have found the thrill in the envelope-pushing approach of Eliminate, who has emerged a prominent thought leader in the current wave of dubstep and trap. Whether executed through the lens of his trend-setting sample packs or his bold releases, his audiences have instinctively come to expect the unexpected. True to its name, Eliminate’s EP opener “BREAKSH!T” sees the producer throwing the conventional rulebook out the window. After an eerie, prolonged launch sequence, the drop is a rough-and-tumble medley of rapidly evolving trap leads underpinned by stampeding drums. It’s the perfect openi...
