Illenium
William Black Teases New Collab With ILLENIUM in the Works
In a moment of bromance, a new collaboration between two of the brightest minds in future bass has taken shape. ILLENIUM recently shared a few photos of him and William Black on Twitter and Black, who was recently named to EDM.com’s Class of 2021, eventually responded by teasing a new collaboration. “This pic is almost as beautiful as our collab,” he wrote alongside the “eyes” emoji. Check out the tweets below. Illenium is currently writing his fourth studio album and the first since 2019’s fan-favorite Ascend. He called the record “a new phase of ILLENIUM” in an interview with EDM.com back in August 2020, which you can read in full here. The two future bass titans have never collaborated on an original song, but Black appeared on I...
ILLENIUM Announces a New Album is On the Way
Stop the presses, ILLENIUM has new music on the way. The beloved future bass artist has given a hint that an album is incoming with one simple post. Where there is a photo shoot, there is music. He further shared why things have been quiet on the production front, “Sorry if I haven’t been 100% there for you guys this past year. When the pandemic first hit I was so exhausted from touring nonstop. Being in the studio for 12 hour days was something I missed so much. Been grinding hard on this next body of work. Can’t wait to share it!!” His standards are clearly high because last year, he delivered an impressive amount of work. In 2020, he released “Feel Something” with Excision and I Prevail, “In Your Arms” with X Ambassadors, ASCEND (...
Go Behind the Scenes of ILLENIUM, Dabin and Lights’ “Hearts On Fire” Music Video
The new clip features interviews with Director Caleb Mallery and the music video’s stars, Alena Sovistikova and Ido Samuels. If you’ve ever found yourself wondering what goes into a music video for a high-profile EDM song, you’re in luck after ILLENIUM, Dabin, and Lights shared a behind-the-scenes look at the making of their official “Hearts On Fire” video. While short, the new behind-the-scenes video offers an intimate glimpse into the bones of the trio’s visually stunning music video. It features Director Caleb Mallery, whose vision for the project was brought to life by the work of visual effects artists Nic Torres and Fractal VFX. “The cool thing about this video is this is essentially a continuation of the story that ...
Watch ILLENIUM, Dabin, and Lights’ Poignant Music Video for “Hearts On Fire”
When the names ILLENIUM, Dabin, and Lights appear together in track credits, the song is guaranteed to be a tearjerker. That’s exactly what the trio’s December 2020 collaboration “Hearts On Fire” is. Now, the music video for the track has been released, and it perfectly embodies the poignant nature of the song. “Hearts On Fire” features production by the monster duo of ILLENIUM and Dabin, two of the most well-known melodic producers in the game. The emotive vocal work of Canadian superstar Lights provides a melancholy yet optimistic atmosphere to the song, painting a vivid and sorrowful portrait of love lost and the search to recover it. Lights’ soaring melodies are wonderfully captured by the music video, which brings that por...
Love at First Sight: The Top 10 EDM Artist Logos
When it comes to launching a successful music career, banging tunes aren’t the only factor when it comes to success. Instead, especially in the digital age, music often must come alongside a strong visual brand built around an eye-catching and memorable logo. This rule is especially relevant in the world of electronic music, as bold, captivating visuals and signature artwork are must-haves for any producer with a live show. Logos are emblazoned on merch, splashed across fan art and featured on album covers—and, if all goes well, permanently displayed on fans’ bodies as a tattoo. Have you ever connected with another audience member at an event over your mutual love for an artist? We’ll bet it was because one or both of you were sporting their logo. In shor...
ILLENIUM, Dabin, and Lights Sleigh Christmas With New Collab, “Hearts on Fire”
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and longtime friends ILLENIUM and Dabin have teamed up with Lights to leave a gift under our theoretical trees: a brand new collaboration, “Hearts on Fire.” Out today via 12Tone Music, the track is the long-awaited product of a studio session teased back in March. Considering the pair hit the road together for ILLENIUM’s 2019 “ASCEND” tour, it’s well positioned to quickly become a fan favorite. Drenched in the uplifting euphoria of melodic bass, “Hearts on Fire” comes sprinkled with delicate, soaring vocals and, naturally, an ideal demonstration of Dabin’s renowned talents on the guitar. Interweaving percussive rock ‘n’ roll sensibilities with emotive synth...
Headhunterz Drops Massive Hardstyle Remix of Illenium’s “Paper Thin”
Illenium‘s track “Paper Thin” has received a massive remix from Headhunterz, the Dutch EDM vet and hardstyle master. As if the song wasn’t already festival-ready, Headhunterz cranks up the energy to bone-rattling levels. His hardstyle rendition is equal parts elegant and thunderous, using a nuanced approach to the punk-inspired vocals of Tom DeLonge to devastating effect. As festivals continue to bite the dust in light of a reinvigorated, relentless pandemic in recent weeks, you know Illenium is itching to drop this remix on a large stage. Released back in October 2020, “Paper Thin” solidified itself as a bona fide highlight for Illenium. After teaming up with DeLonge—who co-founded Blink-182—and his band Angels & Airwaves, Illeni...
Headhunterz Shares Preview of Upcoming Official Remix of Illenium’s “Paper Thin”
Illenium‘s “Paper Thin” remix pack is set to grow stronger with the addition of a forthcoming new spin from Headhunterz. The hardstyle tastemaker took to Twitter to share the news and a brief preview, which has our anticipation built up high for release day. While the teaser denies us the satisfaction of a stampeding hardstyle drop (for now), all indicators say Headhunterz is injecting some dark contrast into Illenium’s melodic dubstep original. Headhunterz knows how to build up for a big entrance, riffing on Illenium’s melodic groundwork with a series of siren-like synths as the song builds. Tom DeLonge‘s vocals echo omnipresently in the background as the song melts into an abrupt cutoff, leaving us on edge. Headhunterz’s rem...
Impress Your Thanksgiving Guests With Dishes Straight from the Cookbooks of Illenium, Deorro, More
With turkey, potatoes and cranberries galore, if you don’t end your Thanksgiving with a straining waistband and a tryptophan-induced post-meal nap, you’re doing something wrong. To help prep your menu, we’ve cooked up a list of seven top DJ and music producers’ favorite Thanksgiving meals and recipes. Hailing from the US, Canada and Germany, they each celebrate the holiday in their own ways, but have come together to bring you all the necessary ingredients for a five-star dinner—depending on your skills in the kitchen, that is. ILLENIUM Maddie Córdoba First up is future bass star ILLENIUM, who selected Bourbon Yams with Pecan Topping as his favorite Thanksgiving meal. “I grew up eating this on Thanksgiving at my grandma “Mops” house. I’m n...
Watch This Drummer Shred a Live Cover of Illenium, Tom DeLonge, and Angels & Airwaves’ “Paper Thin”
Back in October 2020, Illenium teamed up with Tom DeLonge and his band Angels & Airwaves for “Paper Thin,” a massive collaboration and an unquestioned career highlight for the renowned electronic music producer. Now, the track has received a roaring live cover from drummer Robert Leht. Leht’s cover is raw and emotive, and his passion is evident from the get-go. “Illenium’s music is always such a treat to play on the drums,” he wrote in the video’s description. “I love the fact he uses live drums in most of his live shows and it’s always an extra dose of motivation to watch his shows, because I often imagine myself playing the drums on a stage like that.” You can watch Leht’s cover of “Paper Thin” be...
Keep Halloweekend Going With a Roundup of the Best Costumes from EDM Artists
Even though Halloween looked a bit different this year, EDM artists and fans have proved their dedication to spooky season via an outpouring of social media posts featuring everyone’s costumes of choice. From Valentino Khan and Alison Wonderland switching identities to REZZ and Lucii transforming into Edward Scissorhands and Kim Boggs, the creativity was flowing, and so were the laughs. To keep the Halloween spirit going just a bit longer, we’ve rounded up our favorite artist fits for all to enjoy, in no particular order. Beware, all ye who enter here—you might just find next year’s costume inspiration. Alison Wonderland and Valentino Khan REZZ and Lucii Sullivan King Subtronics and Level Up GG Magree and Vanessa Hudgens WHIPPED CREAM CRAY ILLENIUM Dillon Fran...
Cristina Soto Releases Acoustic Remix of Illenium and Said The Sky Collab, “Painted White”
Back in June 2020, Cristina Soto revisited her 2012 breakout hit with Tritonal, “Still With Me.” However, that song was far from the only success she had in the dance music scene in the 2010s. In 2015, Soto teamed up with Illenium and Said The Sky to release “Painted White,” and today she has given the collaborative effort a makeover with a scintillating acoustic version of the track. Those familiar with “Painted White” will surely be hit with a blast of nostalgia while listening to her acoustic rendition. Soto’s flawless vocals are unmistakable and pair effortlessly with the gentle guitar riff and light orchestral elements that have replaced the aggressive kicks and distorted synths featured in the original. The lyrics remain exactly the...
