New Music
ZHU Brings Signature Energy to Coldplay’s “Higher Power” in Transformative New Remix
ZHU recently made a triumphant return to live shows with a marathon six-night run at Colorado’s Red Rocks Amphitheater. On the final night, he left audiences with something to ruminate on—an unreleased remix of Coldplay’s “Higher Power.” Luckily, fans haven’t waited long for ZHU’s grand plan to play out. Once more, it’s become evident that the enigmatic producer has a magically transformative touch, altering the tone and composition of the Coldplay single in ways no one could have predicted. ZHU tapers back the unbridled optimism driving the original offering, instead bringing a tempered and melancholic cadence to the table. The ethereal sounds of a slightly filtered Chris Martin vocal bouncing endlessly off the producer’s dependable kick dru...
Duke Dumont Releases Club-Ready Seventh Edition of “For Club Play Only” EP Series
Following the release of last year’s Duality LP, Duke Dumont has returned with his first release of the year, For Club Play Only Pt. 7. The new two-track EP arrives at a time when clubs, venues, and festivals are revving back to life. With new tour dates on the calendar for Dumont, it feels like the right time to reboot his club-focused EP series, which first began in 2012. Dumont kicks things off with “Alter Ego,” leading listeners down a rabbit hole of arpeggiated acid synth textures. Paired with the confident and smooth vocals of Channel Tres, it’s enough to put anyone in a party starting mood. That energy continues more unabashedly on the B-side, “Let Me Dance.” Kid Enigma waxes poetic about the lights, vibrations, and sounds of losing one’...
AREA21 Unveil Next Piece of the Album Puzzle With “Pogo”: Watch the Music Video
AREA21, the extraterrestrial collaborative project from Martin Garrix and Maejor, are continuing their mission on Earth and leaving electrifying music in their wake. After the duo recently confirmed that their debut full-length album would make contact this fall, they’ve now unveiled the second radio transmission from the record called “Pogo.” The track picks up where “La La La” left off, following the angsty pop swagger of its predecessor. Maejor exudes a carefree spirit, and the beat matches his energy with a pulsing bassline and smooth electric guitar riffs. At the time of this article’s publication, AREA21 are yet to announce their upcoming album’s title or official release date. We have been told that fans can expect a series of son...
REZZ and Dove Cameron Join Forces for Monster Collab, “Taste Of You”: Listen
REZZ and Dove Cameron have dropped the curtain on their highly anticipated collab, “Taste Of You.” Fans have been patiently waiting for the track since both artists teased it in early April, and it doesn’t disappoint in the slightest. “Taste Of You” delivers with menacing seduction, a perfect combination of REZZ’s midtempo flair and Cameron’s sultry pop style. The single marks the first time REZZ and Dove Cameron have teamed up on a track, and it may just be the best electronic collaboration of 2021 to date. “I’ve been a fan of REZZ forever so when she asked me to collaborate I lost my shit,” Cameron said in a press statement. “One of my fav songs I’ve ever done.” Check out “Taste Of You” below and find...
Nu Strut and Wreckno Join Forces on Disco-Funk Banger, “Pornstache”
“Pornstache,” a new collaborative single between Texas beatsmith Nu Strut and electrifying vocalist and producer Wreckno, is a certified blast from the past, oozing with confidence and summer swagger. Released today, the track embodies the energy of summer of 2021 as we emerge from isolation ready to take on the world. It’s a funky and fun homage to disco-funk, incorporated with a new-age twist of bass music. The bouncy dance-floor filler is dynamic with its 70s-inspired guitar riff and playful bars, courtesy of an unapologetic Wreckno. Check out the tongue-in-cheek banger below. Nu Strut is a multi-genre instrumentalist and producer who draws inspiration from neurofunk and bass music artists such as Gramatik, LSDREAM, and KOAN Sound. His ability to deliver bass mus...
Ekonovah Drops Stunning “Floating” EP on Space Yacht
Since Space Yacht launched its record division back in 2020, the collective has been on a roll, cultivating some impressive dance releases. Next up is Phoenix-based artist Ekonovah. After years of performing at Space Yacht’s famed LA parties, the songwriter and producer has unveiled his latest offering with the beloved brand in the form of a stunning EP. Floating is a three-track collection that masters both the ethereal and danceable art forms. Each track is unique on its own, yet when listened to as a cohesive latticework, comes together to paint a dynamic sonic story. Ekonovah released his new three-track EP “Floating” on Space Yacht Records. Ekonovah/Space Yacht The record kicks off with its titular track “Floating,” q melodic house of...
TroyBoi Drops Sultry New Single “Inspirado En Mexico” While in Los Cabos
Arriving early for his headlining gig at Beach House this weekend, TroyBoi had some downtime to take in the culture while staying in Cabo Son Lucas, Mexico. In a matter of days, the global trap luminary was inspired from his travels and produced a brand new track infused with a sultry Latin flair. Titled “Inspirado En Mexico,” the exotic tune opens with sensual strumming on a Flamenco guitar, accented with a melodic maraca to maintain the beat. By thoughtfully blending traditional Latin instruments with his own signature sounds, TroyBoi once again managed to produce a genre-bending masterstroke with finesse. Check out TroyBoi’s post about “the vibe” down in Mexico below. The release of “Inspirado En Mexico”...
K. Flay Shares ‘TGIF’ Single With Tom Morello on Guitar
K.Flay has shared “TGIF,” a tune that features none other than Rage Against the Machine’s Tom Morello on guitar and lyrically critiques society’s “working for the weekend” mentality. The song is off her EP Inside Voices, which is out June 11 on BMG. The EP also includes a song titled “Dating My Dad” that features Blink-182 drummer and producer Travis Barker. “So often we keep everything bottled up,” K.Flay said in a statement about her forthcoming EP. “Inside Voices was a way for me to exorcise some demons and safely express these uncomfortable but very human emotions I was feeling.” Speaking about “TGIF,” K. Flay continued, saying that she “started writing this when Donald Trump was president, a time when I felt so acutely that my government didn’t represent me, that my governme...
Florence + The Machine Share Soundtrack Song ‘Call Me Cruella’
Florence + The Machine’s latest contribution to Disney’s live-action take on One Hundred and One Dalmatians, Cruella, is the aptly titled “Call me Cruella. Florence Welch, the band’s vocalist, teased a snippet of “Call Me Cruella” on Twitter last night, quoting the lyrics “I tried to be sweet, I tried to be kind, but I feel much better now that I’m out of my mind. The punchy song is built up by Welch’s chilling whispers and lyrics that would only be spoken by a true villain. A couple of weeks ago when Welch first previewed the song she shared, “Some of the first songs I ever learned how to sing were Disney songs,” adding, “and the villains often got the best numbers. So to help create and perform a song for Cruella is the fulfillment of a long-held childhood dream.” Listen to “C...
Mize Returns to Wakaan With Wobbly Single “Refraction”
Wakaan has quickly become home to some of the most innovative producers in bass music, like Mize. Since late 2020, the Alabama-born producer has written tunes for both the label and its sister imprint, SSKWAN. Today he returns for his latest single, “Refraction.” “Refraction” encapsulates Mize’s experimental sound while simultaneously introducing listeners to areas of refinement. Wobbly, resonating low ends collide with dynamic percussion to create a mind-melting soundscape that fans will certainly hope to experience live. Overall, the single is expertly crafted to stand out both in Mize’s live sets and in his growing discography. “‘Refraction’ was one of those rare fleeting moments when I sit down in the studio and everything just...
MUST DIE! Wreaks Unbridled Havoc on Highly Anticipated Sophomore Album, “CRISIS VISION”
MUST DIE! has been a consistent force in electronic music for years. Since debuting the project, the renowned Seattle artist has often been heralded as a trendsetter, and that claim holds true with the staggering amount of festival anthems that have spawned from his trailblazing approach to production. In April 2021, he began to tease his sophomore album CRISIS VISION. And after over a month of anticipation, the LP has finally arrived via Never Say Die. CRISIS VISION is MUST DIE!’s most comprehensive work yet. Fans may find themselves familiar with a number of previously released singles, like “LOL OK” with Akeos and Skream and the blistering “SORROW TECH.” However, eight fresh tracks have now been introduced—and they are all masterful. MUST DIE!...
Jason Ross Unveils Ambitious “Convergence” EP on Ophelia Records: Listen
The versatile Jason Ross has been a mainstay on Seven Lions’s Ophelia Records imprint since its inception. Whether he’s writing bass music or trance, his melodic-leaning sound always seems to shine through. Ross’ new four-track Convergence EP has arrived, and it is packed with a number of highly anticipated collaborations. The EP feels like a thoughtful blend of sounds on each cut, allowing each artist to capture their own spotlight. Within, listeners will find his previously released collaboration with Blanke and Chandler Leighton, “One More Day,” as well as “Wild Ones” with Nevve. “Beneath It All” taps rising duo Cyrstal Skies as well as famed singer-songwriter Dia Frampton for a heartfelt tune that encapsulates the mood of...
