Manila Killa
SPIN SETS Presents: Manila Killa
Artist and producer Manila Killa’s new album Dusk opens with the lyric, “We shouldn’t be here. Everything has led to this moment….” It’s a telling introduction for a body of work that seems to truly embody the artist’s full journey. Dusk is all at once danceable and electrifying, yet introspective, featuring an eclectic range of collaborators, including Lights, Trace, MADI, Panama, Kwesi, EVAN GIIA, Gioli & Assia, Night Tales and fknsyd. Manila Killa’s cross-continental musical upbringing started in high school in The Philippines, where he fused self-taught Ableton lessons with his deep love for dance music. In 2014, he launched his house duo Hotel Garuda and co-founded his own independent record label Moving Castle, signing acts such as AObeats, Slow Magic, Khamsin, and more. After dr...
Manila Killa’s Debut Album “Dusk” Is the Apex of His Storytelling Mastery
Dusk is fleeting. Magical. Mysterious. Anything, after all, can happen after dark. It’s this bridge between night and day that has become Manila Killa‘s muse, forming the framework of his long-anticipated debut album, Dusk. Bold and immersive, it succeeds as the apex of his craftsmanship. Hope and longing, curiosity and resolve; 12 enchanting tracks fit to the lifecycle of this enigmatic witching hour. They contemplate what transpires once the sun dips below the horizon and into that place in-between, sight unseen. Dusk is an opus that could only be told by Killa’s storytelling mastery. A range of dance-pop singalongs, future bass ballads and brooding melodic house breaks maintain a special class of emotional dynamism. Cinematic musical motifs like brisk drum sequences an...
Manila Killa’s Long-Awaited Debut Album to Feature Lights, EVAN GIIA, More: See the Full Tracklist
Gearing up for the release of his debut album, Manila Killa has revealed its tracklist and features. Titled DUSK, the record is scheduled to drop on July 21st. If its list of collaborators is any indication, fans are safe to expect a song-cycle of spellbinding indie dance music. Killa has teamed up with Lights, EVAN GIIA, fknsyd, Panama and more to breathe life into the long-awaited album. DUSK will also feature Giolì & Assia, who appear on the album’s tenth track, “Heart to the Night,” alongside another red-hot electronic music duo, Night Tales. Part of EDM.com‘s esteemed Class of 2021, the Italian tandem are renowned for their atmospheric sound and sublime live sets, like their recent performance from Iceland’s Fagradalsfjall volcano. Manila Ki...
Manila Killa Announces Release Date for Debut Album “DUSK”
After more than five years of single and EP releases, including hits like “Everyday, Everyday” with Nevve and “Fear” with MYRNE, Manila Killa is finally primed for a full-length body of work he can call his own. Officially titled DUSK, the debut album is due to arrive on July 21, 2022. “I’ve been living, breathing, and working on this body of work over the last two years,” Manila Killa wrote on social media. Lucky for us, two tracks off of DUSK have already been released: the drum and bass inspired “Take Me Higher” with fknsyd and the melodic, future house ballad, “Dark Places,” with Kwesi. Listen to a preview of DUSK‘s third single here: You can catch Manila Killa live before the release of ...
Brownies & Lemonade Wraps Up Sun-Kissed Debut Spring Break Experience
Marking their debut Puerto Vallarta show, as well as first Spring Break experience, celebrated electronic music event organizer Brownies & Lemonade just wrapped up their latest destination festival. And after a triumphant, sun-kissed week of dance music, hopefully it’s the first of many. Hosted March 21-25, B&L Spring Break offered four meticulously curated days and nights filled with day parties, branded club nights, and a slew of wellness activities. With headliner Alison Wonderland not being able to attend due to a private matter, her slot was filled by Dillon Francis, who lit up the indoor stage with a maniacal set along with B&L co-founder Fernet, Craze and Wax Motif. Day 1 also included a pool party and the kick off of the B&L Olympics. Day 2...
Pollen And Brownies & Lemonade Announce First-Ever Spring Break Experience In Puerto Vallarta
It’s always a good day when a new Brownies & Lemonade show gets announced. The acclaimed events brand has been branching out of their Los Angeles base over the past couple years, and their latest event announcement makes for one of their most exciting initiatives to date. In collaboration with the ever-expanding team at Pollen Presents, B&L have announced their very first Spring Break experience, coming to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico March 21-25. Throughout the event’s four curated days, dance music enthusiasts will be able to explore the event’s stunning locale as well as enjoy a jam-packed itinerary, which includes daily party brunches, wellness events and a slew of outdoor activities. A Brownies & Lemonade and Pollen event would not be complete without a ja...
Above & Beyond Celebrate 10 Years of “Group Therapy” With Remix Album
Above & Beyond are getting ready to honor their most iconic release in a huge way. It’s hard to believe that it’s been 10 years since the legendary trance music trio dropped Group Therapy. Since then, we’ve seen them produce countless originals, remixes, and collaborative works all while reinforcing their position as one of the leading figures in trance music. Longtime fans have kept the massively popular album that would go on to become the name of their long-running radio show in a special place in their hearts. In honor of this, Above & Beyond have called on some of their favorite dance music producers to reimagine some of their biggest tracks for an upcoming two-part remix album. Recommended Articles Some of the artists who’ve lent their talents are ...
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EDM.com Playlist Picks: Kaytranada, Alesso, San Holo [11/19/21]
The electronic music community is constantly evolving with new sounds every week, as artists become more innovative with their compositions. EDM.com’s weekly “Playlist Picks” series highlights the top releases in the genre, helping uncover the latest tracks that will soon dominate the dance music scene. EDM.com Top Hits Intimidated (feat. H.E.R) – Kaytranada Somebody To Use – Alesso Hyperlandia (feat. Foster The People) [Lamorn Remix] – deadmau5 Festival Hits 2021 Hip Hop – Neon Steve & Marten Hørger Hyperspace (feat. Teza Sumendra) – Bleu Clair Something Bout You – Sikdope Recommended Articles Electronic Avenue Saving Live – ARMNHMR & Bella Renee Just A Dream – Kaivon & Lucii Mean It – Manila Killa, San Ho...
Manila Killa and San Holo Unveil Heavenly Collaboration, “Mean It”
An intricate song originally written and produced in right before the pandemic, “Mean It“ represents a monumental release for both Manila Killa and San Holo. While Holo is still buzzing off the June 2021 release of his sophomore album bb u ok?—with “Mean It“ marking his first single ever since—Manila Killa has had a relatively quiet year so far. Throughout the past 12 months he was enlisted to offer his remix expertise to the likes of Petit Biscuit, juuku and Kasbo, and “Mean It” marks his first original single since last year’s “Closer 2 U“ alongside Slow Magic. Bringing a heavenly indie-pop sonic aesthetic to the table, “Mean It” masterfully combines the two producers’ respective styles into a cohesive mix. While Nick Lopez’s vocals set the tone and tell a story of coping with loss and i...
Petit Biscuit Taps Malaa, Big Gigantic, Jai Wolf for “Parachute Remixes” Album
Known for his artistic depth and imagination, 21-year-old wunderkind Petit Biscuit has done it again, this time with his visionary Parachute Remixes project. Released on April 2nd via Écurie, the 12-track album pulls from all corners of the electronic universe, culminating in a sonically diverse companion to his acclaimed 2020 sophomore album. Parachute Remixes features a textural, guitar-driven take on “Burnin” by fellow Frenchman Khamsin, Manila Killa‘s dreamy future bass rework of “Take Cover,” and an atmospherically euphoric flip of “I Leave Again” from Japanese Wallpaper. Meanwhile, Malaa goes off with edgy club energy on “Pick Your Battles” (a collaboration with Diplo) and Jerro transforms t...
Slow Magic Unveils Full “Closer 2 U” EP On Moving Castle
Carefully bringing together the pieces over the past few months, Slow Magic has finally released his latest EP in full—a 4-track body of work titled Closer 2 U that arrived on digital platforms via Moving Castle. With over 200 million streams to his name, the masked producer has established himself within the electronic space over the past years with his blissful and melodic productions. This latest short-but-sweet body of work is no different, further proving he is a noteworthy talent that listeners need to keep their ears on. Previously-released singles such as the title track “Closer 2 U” with Manila Killa and “Somewhere,” featuring vocals by Woven In Hiatus and co-production by Shallou, painted a good picture of that the EP would look like while freshly added tracks “Heartbeat / H...
Slow Magic Enlists Manila Killa for Uplifting Single “Closer 2 U”
Slow Magic‘s upcoming EP Closer 2 U, coming out August 19th via Moving Castle, is shaping up to be one of his finest works yet. This year, the masked producer has been sharing some of his most stellar creations ever, dropping the nostalgic solo single “Home” before teaming up with Woven In Hiatus to release “Somewhere,” which was co-produced by Shallou. Slow Magic has now offered his fans another bright track from Closer 2 U, joining forces with fellow electronic producer Manila Killa for the EP’s titular track. Together, Slow Magic and Manila Killa create a wonderful sonic journey that blends playful vocal chops with expert sound design, bringing forth their best respective qualities. “Closer 2 U” is a high-energy gem dri...
