Island Records
Mike Alexander Named General Manager of Island Records
Universal Music Group veteran executive Mike Alexander has been named the general manager of Island Records, the label announced today (Jan. 31). Based in New York, Alexander will report to new Island co-CEOs Justin Eshak and Imran Majid. Alexander has spent the past year as executive vp at Island, helping the transition as former CEO Darcus Beese returned to his native England to take a job with Warner U.K. Prior to that role, Alexander was executive vp international at UMG, where his purview extended to Island, Republic and Def Jam. “Mike has a well-earned reputation as a successful global strategist,” Majid said in a statement. “We look forward to working closely with him to build on the success of Island’s roster of new and established artists,” Added Eshak, “Mike’s experience gives hi...
Listen to keshi’s Breezy, Madeon-Produced Track “beside you”
Grammy-nominated electronic artist Madeon has gone behind the boards to produce “beside you,” a placid pop tune from young alt-R&B star keshi. keshi’s lilting voice is a perfect fit for Madeon’s breezy production on the carefree track, which dropped on Island Records. The Good Faith producer eschewed his typical use of warm, soaring synths for a more laid-back feel here, opting for melancholic acoustic guitar plucks and soft pads. They are arranged beautifully under keshi’s airy, falsetto-style vocals. It should come as no surprise that “beside you” was streamed over a million times on its first day out. You can listen below and find the song on streaming platforms here. FOLLOW KESHI: Website: keshimusic.comFacebook: facebook.com...
Jai Wolf Releases First Remix in Four Years of keshi’s “blue”
For melodic electronica producer Jai Wolf, a new remix has been long overdue, spotted during his soaring live sets yet unavailable as official releases. Luckily, that all changed this weekend with the release of a rework of keshi‘s “blue,” a blissful take on the largely acoustic original. Released January 8th via Island Records, the track is Wolf’s first official remix in four years. Originally out last year via keshi’s five-track bandaids EP, this new reimagining keeps intact the song’s guiding guitar melody while pitching up and layering its vocal line. Reminiscent of the artist’s early work on “Like It’s Over” with MNDR and especially a now-vintage remix of “Feels” by Kiiara, Wolf gent...
Dive Into Disclosure’s Dazzling Minecraft Map, Designed to Mirror Their New Album “Energy”
With no festivals or clubs to conjure the magic of their new album thanks to the unwavering wrath of COVID-19, Disclosure have ventured into the capacious world of Minecraft to activate the forthcoming record, Energy. With the help of design collective Blockworks, the barnstorming electronic music tandem unveiled the “ENERGY Minecraft Experience” today, revealing an expansive world within the wildly popular sandbox video game. Designed to animate the kinetic sound of the duo’s highly anticipated third studio album—their first in 5 years—the digital landscape is a dazzling actualization not only of their Grammy Award-nominated sonic flair, but also their dedication to environmental preservation. Disclosure After the album official drops this Friday, August 2...
EDM and The Killers Collide in Official Remix Package for “Caution”
As The Killers prepare for the release of their highly anticipated sixth studio album, Imploding the Mirage, the fabled indie rock recently released a remix package for the project’s lead single “Caution.” “Caution,” which features a scintillating guitar solo from former Fleetwood Mac guitarist Lindsey Buckingham, was released back in March, 2020 via Island Records alongside an Americana-themed music video. The celebrated band behind “Mr. Brightside” tapped Madism, GRYNN, and Grammy Award-winning electronic band Clean Bandit to give the single a shot of dance music adrenaline. Clean Bandit, who are perhaps best known for their global smash “Rather Be,” kick off the bundle with their foot-tapping remix ...
Shallou Talks Debut Album Release and Spreading Hope Through Music in Times of Crisis [Interview]
Music has the potential to inspire hope even in the darkest of days. Since first emerging into the electronic landscape in 2015, talented producer Shallou has garnered more than 350 million streams, making him one of the scene’s fastest-rising stars. Performing at Outside Lands and Coachella and collaborating with Bob Moses in 2019, Shallou recently dropped his highly anticipated debut full-length album titled Magical Thinking, out now on Island Records. With the record, Shallou takes us on a mystical journey replete with euphoria and wonder. Carrying an ambient and otherworldly vibe, Magical Thinking powerfully reveals the range and beauty of Shallou’s production while powerfully maintaining his signature ambient, emotive, and atmospheric sound. Featu...
