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William Black and Cinema Kid Join Forces for Uplifting Track, “You’re Not Alone”
William Black has joined forces with Cinema Kid for a brand new single, “You’re Not Alone.” Out now via Lowly, the track finds the two colliding to produce an uplifting indietronica anthem with a future bass twist. “You’re Not Alone” winds up a slow-burning melody before crescendoing into a blissed-out drop. It’s yet another emotive banger from the EDM.com Class of 2021 star Black, whose signature sound design is as potent as ever. Take a listen below. “You’re Not Alone” follows last month’s collaboration with Said The Sky and SayWeCanFly, “On My Own.” Black released his stunning sophomore album, Pieces, almost a year ago. Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles While Cinema Kid supported Black on his Pieces headlining tour and released a...
Said The Sky and William Black Tap SayWeCanFly for Rock-Infused Collab, “On My Own”
Ever since its debut during a live set this spring, Said The Sky and William Black‘s “On My Own” has been one of the most hotly anticipated bass collabs of the year. The track, which features SayWeCanFly, is now finally out via Lowly. “On My Own” is four minutes of pure melodic bass bliss, blending punk rock drums and Warped Tour-style vocals with acoustic guitar plucks, anticipative rave claps and a cathartic future bass drop. Said The Sky adds his signature emotional vulnerability to the arrangement while EDM.com Class of 2021 star Black can be heard in its soaring, euphoric synths. “It represents finding the strength and trust to lean on somebody—allowing yourself to be vulnerable during a time of hopelessness and self-doubt,” Sa...
William Black Explores the Depths of Vulnerability In Stunning Sophomore Album, “Pieces”
Break out the tissues for Pieces, William Black‘s stunning sophomore album. The electronic music wunderkind and EDM.com Class of 2021 artist has offered fans a 12-track tour de force, replete with euphoric production and the storytelling prowess of one of EDM’s most promising songwriters. Released today via Lowly, Pieces is a future bass lover’s dream. The record features a bevy of the genre’s most beloved producers and singer-songwriters, such as Nurko, Fairlane, HALIENE, Essenger, and RUNN. “Remedy” is a surefire highlight in an album with many of them. Annie Schindel provides a killer topline, which moonlights as a captivating cry for help. The same can be said of “Haven” (with Dia Frampton), a melodic dubstep knockout that sheds ligh...
William Black’s Uplifting Single “Deep End” Delivers a Personal Message of Empathy
William Black is starting the year off strong. Last week, he debuted a beautiful acoustic version of his hit single with Fairlane and Dia Frampton “Butterflies.” Today, the EDM.com Class of 2021 artist has returned with his latest single “Deep End,” out via Lowly. William Black calls “Deep End” a track about “reaching out for help when depression takes hold.” It’s a reminder that no one is a burden to the people they love. Further, he explains that the new single “helps show other people that they are not alone either, no matter how dark it may seem.” “Deep End” does an excellent job at communicating its passionate message. Forgoing his typical dramatic, bass-centric moments, Black has instead opted for...
William Black Releases Acoustic Version of “Butterflies” with Fairlane and Dia Frampton
William Black made the best of 2020. He released a handful of well-received singles including “Back To U” with SLANDER and “Closer Than You Think” with AMIDY. His work landed him on the EDM.com Class of 2021 list alongside a handful of other unmissable rising talents. One of his best works in recent memory is his collaborative effort with Fairlane and Dia Frampton, “Butterflies.” To celebrate the one-year anniversary of its release, the trio has put together an acoustic rendition of the track. “Butterflies” originally dazzled listeners with shimmering synths and a crawling bassline, all while Dia Frampton crooned about a burgeoning romance. Forgoing all electronic elements, William Black and Fairlane have instead included subdu...
Trap Nation and Lowly Release “Cyberpunk 2077”-Inspired Compilation
Trap Nation and Lowly have never shied away from highlighting new talent. With their latest compilation, MIDNIGHT2077, the YouTube giants have successfully curated a unique and skilled bunch yet again. Comprised of 17 brand new tracks, MIDNIGHT2077 is chock full of newcomers ready to impress Trap Nation and Lowly’s 29 million-plus audience. Each tune has a futuristic, sci-fi feel directly inspired by CD Projekt’s highly-anticipated video game Cyberpunk 2077. Though each included song has been written by various artists, the cohesiveness of the compilation is never lost. Trap Nation and Lowly have truly outdone themselves when it comes to MIDNIGHT2077. “Wake Me Up” by Kim & Affectwave is the grooviest of the lot, opening with a heavily digitized v...
KLOUD and Wasiu Release Collaborative Verbal Protest Track “Matter”
With dramatic chorale samples, flurrying drum machines, and emotionally charged vocals, a new collaboration from the mysterious A.I. producer KLOUD and Nigerian-Haitian rapper Wasiu is a force to be reckoned with. The track, titled “MATTER,” was released July 20 via Lowly, with half of its proceeds to be donated to Color of Change and the NAACP Legal Defense Fund. Straight out of the gate, “MATTER” commands attention with its powerful vocal samples reminiscent of a post-apocalyptic movie. The chants are quickly joined by pounding bass and rapid-fire drum machine synths, providing the perfect backdrop for Wasiu to drop in with fearless narrative flows detailing the current social climate in America. Wasiu’s booming, compelling vocal presence irr...
