Red-hot brother duo BEAUZ have joined forces with EDM.com Class of 2022 inductee LODATO for “Crocodiles,” a stunning dance-pop track. Making their debut on the NFT-fueled Purple Fly imprint, BEAUZ and LODATO blend their signature upbeat sound design for a lively yet haunting track. Crooked Bangs, the digital avatar of Dutch singer-songwriter PollyAnna, also makes an appearance, providing a strong topline that explores the endless fight for love. The result is a beautiful pop-house hybrid, which should come as no surprise considering the trifecta of talent behind it. Take a listen to “Crocodiles” below. Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles “Crocodiles” is the latest release from BEAUZ, who continue to pave their path as tastemakers in the dance musi...
EA Sports‘ FIFA series continues to dominate video game soundtracks with one of their most diverse collections to date. Placing an emphasis on being “the world’s game,” the developers of FIFA 23 have set out to showcase music from all over the globe to represent their diverse player base. Unfortunately for readers of EDM.com, the soundtrack is markedly less focused on electronic music than those of previous years, but the genre is still heavily involved. It features music from Flume, The Knocks, San Holo, Lane 8, ODESZA, Bonobo, Disclosure, AC Slater and EDM.com Class of 2022 artist LODATO, among others. Check out the FIFA 23 soundtrack via EA Sports’ playlist below. Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles In honor of his inclusion in...
Returning to the Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater on June 18th, New York’s iconic 103.5 KTU has unveiled an unmissable lineup for the 2022 iteration of their ultrasummer tradition—KTUphoria. Pitbull, Ava Max, Regard, Laidback Luke, LODATO and more are slated to take over the Wantagh-based event on June 18th, which will include a special 25th Anniversary Freestyle set. Lodato. For artists like LODATO, his upcoming performance marks something of a full-circle moment for the artist who grew up close to the action every summer in Queens. Speaking with the EDM.com Class of 2022 artist, LODATO reflected with pride on being able to represent his hometown. Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles “Growing up in Queens, New York and seeing KTUphoria go on each year with their...
After his induction into EDM.com‘s Class of 2022, LODATO is keeping his foot on the gas with “Dreamer,” teaming up with Janice Robinson to reimagine the 90’s classic. LODATO’s version of “Dreamer” beautifully pays homage to the original, which was recorded and released by Italian house music group Livin’ Joy in 1994. Robinson has lent her signature vocals, helping capture the nostalgia of “Dreamer” while providing a new-age dance feel. It’s ultimately an electrifying refresh, which moonlights as an ode to Robinson’s impact on dance music. “Growing up I loved the original ‘Dreamer’ from the ‘90s and always wanted to give it a fresh take,” LODATO said in a press st...
Fresh off a nod in EDM.com‘s Class of 2022, LODATO has teamed up with rising pop star Leah Kate to remix her defiant single “F U Anthem.” True to form, LODATO takes the brooding pop-rock track and transports it to club territory. The New York City-based betasmith does well to encapsulate the transcendent nature of Kate’s middle-fingers-up lyrics with his electrifying production, employing uplifting sound design throughout. And the drop is high-energy, blending elements of future and electro house while interpolating a gritty guitar riff. It’s one of the many reasons the song was immediately added to SiriusXM’s popular “BPM” channel after its release. The new “F U Anthem” remix is the latest in a dizzying string...
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...
With his latest release, “Neon Lights,” dance-pop artist LODATO will become the first to launch his own virtual reality environment on Tribe XR, an app for learning how to DJ. Powered by VR brand Oculus, the “LODATO Lounge” will be programmed alongside a virtual city based off the single’s forthcoming music video, according to a press release. Out May 7th via Spinnin’ Records, “Neon Lights” falls right in line with LODATO’s recent string of vocal-driven, dance-ready anthems. A classic club jam, it comes complete with an anthemic pop hook and lively electro drop, incorporating guitar and piano alongside fist-pumping synths and punchy bass notes. In celebration of the release of “Neon Lights” and its VR e...