New Music
Gene Farris Gives “Hey Mr. D.J.” a House Upgrade With New Single, “Mr Everybody”
With a handful of singles already under his belt for 2021, Gene Farris has decided to keep the new music flowing with his latest single, “Mr Everybody.” Out August 27th via the artist’s Farris Wheel Recordings banner, “Mr Everybody” is a scintillating house rework of 1993 R&B hit “Hey Mr. D.J.” by Zhané. It features a sample of the track’s instantly recognizable vocals, underlaid with a smooth and sexy club drop and four on the floor beat. Pulsing percussion lines and reverberating synths build tension, while low-toned chords and a bouncing bass line add depth and mystery. “Mr Everybody” comes just in time for the one year anniversary of Farris’ “Carnival” livestream, which is ...
Anti Up Release Eccentric Banger, “Something’s About to go down”
Following a string of releases earlier this year, house music duo Anti Up are blasting off with their third single of 2021. The duo—comprising Chris Lake and Chris Lorenzo—have concocted a modish, out-of-this-world banger with “Something’s About to go down.” Immediately after pressing play, the track hurls you into the cosmos accompanied by the familiar four-on-the-floor opener. A voice mysteriously distorts as it warns you “something’s about to go down,” followed by the funkiest, alien-robot beats found anywhere outside this earth. The remaining three minutes are an acid trip-esque production of eccentric sounds and quirky synths. The concoction comes to a dramatic climax as the bionic, extraterrestrial drop descends upon earth ready to wreak havoc...
Tomorrowland and Universal Music Group Announce New Bespoke Record Label
A goliath partnership has emerged between Tomorrowland and Universal Music Group, who have joined forces to launch their collaborative label Tomorrowland Music. Specifically, Tomorrowland will be working with UMG’s subdivision Universal Music Germany. Virgin Music Label & Artist Services will serve as their distributor and Astralwerks will work in partnership with the emerging label on U.S.-based releases. Through their combined influence, Tomorrowland and UMG look to curate a strong lineup of releases in the years to come. Afrojack‘s new collaborative project Never Sleeps will be the first to release on the label with their song “You Got The Love.” Never Sleeps will serve as a collective, with various artists releasing under the project in the futur...
Blanke Returns to Ophelia Records With Devastating Dubstep Track “Boom”
Blanke‘s monster year has no end in sight. Coming off his phenomenal performance at Bass Canyon, the Australian producer has returned with a devastating new single called “Boom” out via Seven Lions’ venerated Ophelia Records imprint. Straying from the soaring, floaty nature of his recent releases, “Boom” is a neck-snapping crowd-pleaser that’s already proven to be a surefire hit. Blanke’s relentless sound design pounds listeners with menacing growls paired with earth-shattering percussion fit for a dubstep smash. Not only should fans expect to hear this in his sets for the rest of the year, but also expect it to become a staple around the bass music community. Check out “Boom” below. Recommended Articles BlankeR...
NGHTMRE and Smokepurpp Drop Menacing Trap Single “MOSH”
After teasing his new collaboration with Smokepurpp last week at STORY Miami, NGHTMRE has released the highly anticipated collab, “MOSH.” Arriving by way of Ultra Records, “MOSH” brings high-octane energy that listeners of both NGHTMRE and Smokepurpp will welcome with open arms. Though it lacks a wild drop that some may have been expecting, the trap beat cooked up by NGHTMRE is enough to get a crowd rowdy. The snappy percussion partnered with Smokepurpp’s menacing flow makes this a surefire fan-favorite. Check out “MOSH” below. Recommended Articles MUSIC RELEASES The First Single From Win and Woo’s Debut Album Is Finally Here: Listen to “Knots” “Knots” with Blair Lee is a surprising ballad from the productio...
The First Single From Win and Woo’s Debut Album Is Finally Here: Listen to “Knots”
There’s not enough wind in Chicago to blow this news over—in fact, it might even blow you away. Dance music duo Win and Woo have officially embarked on the release cycle of their untitled debut album. Its lead single, “Knots” with Blair Lee, was released independently on August 27th. Featuring airy, otherworldly vocals from Lee, “Knots” is a well-balanced ballad built from dreamily delicate synths and an effervescent pop house drop. It’s a surprising showing from Win and Woo, who have earned acclaim over the years for their bright blend of future house and dance-pop. Luckily, this exciting development comes just in time for their forthcoming project, rounding out the emotional tones of their oeuvre. Recommended Articl...
Louis Futon Announces Sophomore Album, Drops Funky Lead Single “Ron Burgundy”
True to form, Louis Futon brought out some flute, saxophone, and trumpet to christen the announcement of his long-awaited sophomore album. The multi-genre producer incorporated all those wind instruments in his funky new track “Ron Burgundy,” which is of course named after Will Ferrell’s iconic character from the Anchorman films. Quickly moving past a gentle intro, Futon uncorks a groovy bassline before a fluttering flute takes center stage. What follows is a medley of trumpet, sax, and bass that offers danceable energy with a jazz fusion twist. In a press release, Futon spoke about the track’s inspiration and how his vision required help from two instrumentalists. “[‘Ron Burgundy]’ originally started from sampling an old song ...
AREA21 Preach Positivity on Latest Single “Loving Every Minute”: Watch the Music Video
As the journey to the release of their debut album continues, the AREA21 duo of Martin Garrix and Maejor are is back with the latest single from the hotly anticipated LP. They released “Loving Every Minute” today via Garrix’s STMPD Records alongside an official music video. “Loving Every Minute” maintains the synergy between Garrix and Maejor, though this tune takes an even more laid-back route. Maejor’s signature tenor takes center stage as he croons about the importance of human connection. Organic instruments guide listeners through each verse, with an upbeat but subtle drop arriving periodically throughout. The animated music video serves as a montage of the time their alien counterparts have spent on Earth. Check ...
Flume Drops First New Song In Over a Year: Listen
Fans of Flume can finally exhale. After a yearlong drought of new music, the electronic music virtuoso has arrived with a huge remix of Danny L Harle’s “On A Mountain,” which appeared on the renowned producer’s debut full-length album Harlecore. The original track, which blends elements of breakbeat and màkina music, has been mutated into a glitched-out rush of phantasmagoric future bass. The wonky sounds of Flume dovetail perfectly with the rave-inspired parallel universe of Harlecore, Harle’s mind-bending virtual nightclub experience debuted back in January 2021. Check out Flume’s remix of “On A Mountain” below. Recommended Articles The track represents Flume’s first new music in over a year. Back in July 2020, he relea...
My Morning Jacket Announce New Self-Titled Album, Release ‘Regularly Scheduled Programming’
If we’re not counting last year’s The Waterfall II (since it was really just made up of leftovers from The Waterfall that vocalist Jim James put together while he was in quarantine), then My Morning Jacket hasn’t released a new album since the Obama administration. Seeing as the world is a pretty different place now compared to 2015, it only seems appropriate for James, Tom Blankenship, and the rest of the indie rock group to put out a new album that fits the times. On Oct. 22, My Morning Jacket will do just that. The band’s ninth album (including The Waterfall II) will be a self-titled work released through ATO Records, and we’ve already got a glimpse into what it’ll sound like. The band released the new album’s first single, “Regularly Scheduled Programming,” today alongside th...
Caleb Peters’ “Carousel” Gets Sultry Deep House Remix From Devault
Caleb Peters is a young singer-songwriter who has been on a musical journey for the past five years. Hailing from Detroit, the promising 18-year-old artist officially released his first original track in 2019 and has since been discovered by millions thanks in part to a viral TikTok cover of The Neighbourhood’s “Sweater Weather.” 2020 was a solid year for Peters, as his music career began to pick up steam with the release of “Carousel,” a bubbly indie-pop jam. It earned a coveted placement on Spotify’s New Music Friday playlist, and another soon after with fabled lifestyle brand Urban Outfitters, who incorporated the catchy tune into an advertisement. Peters eventually tapped 25-year-old Orange County producer Devault to rework ...
ACRAZE Drops Highly Anticipated House Single “Do It To It”: Listen
In 2006, R&B group Cherish released “Do It To It,” which topped the charts for over five months and became a defining song of the noughties. Fast-forward to Friday, when Orlando-based DJ and producer ACRAZE released his highly anticipated rework via Thrive Music—and it’s on track to be the biggest crossover hit of the summer. In a victorious moment a few weeks ago, DJ Snake brought ACRAZE on stage at Brooklyn Mirage and hailed the track as “the song of the summer” before dropping it for a rowdy crowd. With a pulsing bassline and head-bopping drums, the tune is addictive. The beat syncs up perfectly with the catchy and nostalgic vocal hook, making it impossible not to sing and dance along. It’s one of those rare songs that compels the whole crowd to bounce and groove. Way bef...
