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Akeos Unleashes Fierce Dubstep Single, “Nexus Loop”
On the heels of multiple statement-making EP releases in 2022, Akeos reminds listeners why she’s a dance music switchblade with “Nexus Loop.” The EDM.com Class of 2022 inductee recently kept listeners on their toes with Libellule, an EP which saw the ascendant bass music producer breaking convention by stringing together a series of genre-bending techno tracks fit for the dancefloor. But like the flip of a switch, Akeos is back tearing it up on the dubstep front with “Nexus Loop.” And the track continues to demonstrate that with her unique and cohesive sound design, Akeos can stand her ground on a multitude of stylistic fronts. The track opens with saccharine arpeggiated melodies before evolving into a furious volley of spitfire synths. Teed up ...
Akeos Continues to Show Unbridled Brilliance In New EP, “Libellule”
In yet another stroke of genius, EDM.com Class of 2022 star Akeos has released their mind-bending Libellule EPP. Libellule is a continuation of the mastery Akeos has been building upon for years packaged neatly into a three-track EP. They’ve continued to mystify listeners, carving their own path with unpredictable tunes. Their latest is no different, as it strays away from the hard-hitting sound Akeos has long been known for and instead embraces a techno feel. While their previous EP, Flesh Garden, was spearheaded by diverse productions throughout, Libellule maintains a similar feel through each of its three tracks. The pounding, intricately crafted beats maintain the same level of meticulous sound design yet flow much differently. It’s almost as if they’re...
Akeos Continues to Defy Genres With Mind-Bending Single, “Dualshock”: Listen
EDM.com Class of 2022 inductee Akeos has returned with her latest mind-bending single, “Dualshock.” The single is an unsuspecting, techno-influenced record from Akeos, highlighting her versatility and dedication to explorative songwriting. Instead of hitting listeners full force with her typical bass-heavy sound, the surging producer opts for a four-on-the-flour rhythm and a chugging, acid-fueled bassline. “Dualshock” is relentless from start to finish, unleashing a continuous stream of energy across six minutes. It’s Akeos at her finest, taking a concept listeners would never anticipate and making it all her own. Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles “‘Dualshock’ was mostly inspired by all the time I’ve spent in VR lately,”...
Akeos’ Production Genius Shines On Versatile EP, “Flesh Garden”
With each and every release, Akeos continues to showcase why her skill set has received so much attention early on in her career. The EDM.com Class of 2022 inductee has once again impressed on her latest EP, Flesh Garden, out via Never Say Die. The EP is a scintillating display of talent, reinforcing Akeos as one of the scene’s most promising and versatile production minds to watch. It’s her most complete project to date, encapsulating the highly refined skill set she’s developed thus far. Flesh Garden features four masterfully constructed tracks filled to the brim with brilliant sound design. It opens with “Void Virus,” a menacing and relentless cut replete with forward-thinking sound design. Akeos’ infectious bass house tune “PLZW8” comes n...
EDM.com Reveals Class of 2022
EDM.com has revealed its official Class of 2022 list. The Class isn’t an index of promising SoundCloud beatmakers or a mundane “artists to watch” list. It’s a list of 10 musicians with transformative skill sets who are on the precipice of changing the fabric of electronic music as we know it. Through their workhorse-like mentalities and defiance of industry standards, these groundbreaking artists have already proven their volcanic potential in the electronic dance music scene—and now they’re ready to erupt. Over the course of 2022, we’ll be publishing a wide range of special content in partnership with the Class. This includes guest mixes, interviews, and Instagram takeovers with behind-the-scenes footage and sneak peeks at new music, among other exclusi...
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!...
MUST DIE!, Skream and Akeos Release Highly Anticipated Mega-Collaboration, “LOL OK”
Last month was a doozy for dubstep fans, as MUST DIE!, Skream, and Akeos set Twitter on fire by teasing their upcoming mega-collaboration. Just over a month later, they’ve released their hotly anticipated single “LOL OK” on Never Say Die. “LOL OK” is exactly what we’ve been dreaming of, combining each artist’s expertise into a four-minute weapon. The melodic intro is disrupted by a distorted vocal sample, which quickly transforms into a barrage of clanging synths. The overall futuristic sound speaks volumes about the track, as it conveys a feeling of advancement through the genre. The old school style of Skream has been combined with the modernity of MUST DIE! while simultaneously embracing the bright future that lies within Akeos.&...
Skream Reveals Collaboration With MUST DIE! and Akeos
It looks like a dream collaboration between three influential electronic music artists may soon hit streaming platforms. Pioneering producer Skream took to Twitter to drop a serendipitous bomb of an announcement today, March 12th, revealing a collaboration with MUST DIE! and Akeos. The reveal lit a fuse in the tweet’s reply section, which erupted with glee from many of the artists’ contemporaries. The unreleased track will find one of the most iconic producers in dubstep colliding with two of the genre’s most forward-thinking young artists of today. Skream, MUST DIE!, and Akeos are technically pristine in both their sound design and audio engineering, a notion that should both excite and terrify the bass music community. Considering the versatility and genre-defiance...
