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deadmau5 Returns with Stunning Progressive House Single, “XYZ”
With the release of his latest single, one of the most influential artists in electronic music remains red hot in 2022. Just days after announcing his groundbreaking digital banking partnership with Zytara, deadmau5 has released “XYZ” via his mau5trap imprint. Clocking in at just over nine minutes, “XYZ” is progressive house heaven. Powered by unrelenting, pounding percussion, the track finds deadmau5 masterfully incorporating haunting synths to cultivate an eerie yet inviting journey across an immaculate arrangement. It draws upon the nostalgia of his older music, but feels refreshing all at once. “XYZ” is the first single to be released from mau5trap’s forthcoming compilation, we are friends XI, which currently has no release ...
deadmau5 Taps Foster the People for Dreamy Indietronica Jam, “hyperlandia”: Listen
In a collab no one saw coming, deadmau5 and Foster the People have joined forces for a dreamy track called “hyperlandia.” Arriving by way of deadmau5’s mau5trap imprint, the song finds Foster the People frontman Mark Foster crooning over a glacial beat, a downtempo masterstroke with all the bells and whistles of a classic deadmau5 composition. While devoid of the hyperactive electro elements largely associated with his discography, “hyperlandia” is nevertheless signature deadmau5 with its fluttery arpeggios and punchy drum programming. Foster’s airy vocals float beautifully atop deadmau5’s production, which fuses elements of vaporwave and indietronica for a song that could soundtrack a psychedelic drive from Fear and Loathing in Las ...
No Mana Ushers In the Return of Electro House With “Electromag” Compilation
No Mana‘s dream to keep electro house alive has reached its culmination with his new 19-track Electromag compilation, released via deadmau5’s mau5trap imprint. Electromag, which started as a joke, has now blossomed into a full-blown project determined to reignite the flame electro house flame. “I gathered a bunch of friends and idols to forge a hammer that beats a dead horse that is electro house AKA ‘best genre,'” says No Mana. “This started as a joke between EDDIE, Bentley Dean and myself as to mock nostalgic electro house (mostly the excessive releases of compilations and the ones that were ripped from YouTube). Now, I think the joke has gone a little too far; but we’ll go the extra mile. It’s in our tempo, bitrat...
Lupa Debuts on mau5trap With Brooding Techno Track “For the Ride”
Nothing is bolder than coming fresh out of the gate with a new take on a storied genre. Lupa has done just that on her mau5trap debut “For the Ride.” Diving in with a plethora of eerie ambient sounds, listeners will quickly find themselves surrounded by a hypnotic techno buildup. The broodiness of the track maintains throughout, with mesmeric vocal samples serving as a light in the darkness. “For the Ride” captures an old-school feel while simultaneously introducing contemporary elements, emphasizing Lupa’s skill set. As Lupa’s first major release, the Bay Area product has tested her mettle and proven her production is ready for the spotlight. Keep your eyes on her as she’s just getting started. Check out “For the Ride...
deadmau5 and Lights Reunite for Anthemic Single “When The Summer Dies”: Listen
World-renowned electronic music producer deadmau5 has teamed up with Lights for an anthemic single called “When The Summer Dies,” out now via mau5trap. When deadmau5 and Lights first teamed up back in 2018 to release the midtempo track “Drama Free,” it was something of a perfect pairing. Longtime friends and collaborators, the two have since performed on numerous occasions, such as at the 2019 editions of Ultra Music Festival and Creamfields. Today, they have reunited to release an electro single reminiscent of some of deadmau5’s earlier music. “When The Summer Dies” showcases Lights’ signature pop-punk sensibilities, infused with a playful production from deadmau5. Check out the track below and find it on streaming platforms ...
deadmau5 and Lights Announce New Collab “When The Summer Dies”: Listen to a Preview
deadmau5 and Lights have reunited for a new collab, which will soon arrive on the former’s beloved mau5trap imprint. The two first teamed up in 2018, when they dropped the trippy midtempo track “Drama Free.” Longtime friends and collaborators, they also famously performed together at the 2019 editions of Ultra Music Festival and Creamfields. deadmau5 and Lights have now joined forces for a new tune called “When The Summer Dies,” sharing a preview and announcing a release date. The clip is short, but fans can safely look forward to what sounds like a signature deadmau5 electro song à la “Sofi Needs a Ladder.” deadmau5 first played “When The Summer Dies” during a March 2021 Twitch stream before debuting it live at his...
Official deadmau5 Protégé Lamorn Makes mau5trap Debut With “Physical Layer”
A masterful storyteller and innovative producer, Lamorn has made his official mau5trap debut with his new single “Physical Layer.” The relationship between Lamorn, the mau5trap family, and label head deadmau5 has been brewing since August 2020. Now finally making his highly anticipated mau5trap debut, the 18-year-old Lamorn has been declared as deadmau5’s official musical protégé. “I came across Lamorn on a mau5trap Monday’s stream. His song ‘Physical Layer’ was so strong I had to ask him to send his session files to make sure it was him,” deadmau5 said in a statement. “Since then he’s remixed my song with Kiesza ‘Bridged By A Lightwave.’ Excited to welcome him to the mau5trap family and looking forward t...
HNTR Debuts on deadmau5’s Mau5trap With “Shadows in the Dark”
Toronto-based DJ HNTR, the darker moniker for veteran dance music artist Hunter Seigel, is on a roll. Just last month he unveiled his second EP Mind Games on his own No Neon label, accompanied by his first NFT collection. Now, he’s making his debut on mau5trap with his new single “Shadows in the Dark” with songwriter and producer Elliot Moss. A perfect shade of sinister and mischievous, the aptly named “Shadows in the Dark” belongs in an underground warehouse dancefloor. A deep and powerful bassline, rhythmic shakers, and hypnotic synths flawlessly fuse with Moss’ haunting vocals. “Excited to show you the more progressive side of my sound and there’s no better home,” HNTR said about his mau5trap debut. HNTR has been DJing for over 20 years, opening for the likes of deadmau5 ...
deadmau5 and Extreme Music Partner to Form Electronic Licensing Label, beathau5
A new label for electronic music licensing is set to be launched by deadmau5 in partnership with Extreme Music and UTA. Created specifically for professional music users, beathau5 is a new project that will launch this Spring along with five album releases from deadmau5 himself, and fellow mau5trap artists like Jay Robinson and Maison Ware. Each album release will also be followed by NFT drops, created in collaboration with a yet-unnanounced world-renowned visual artist. beathau5 music libraries will be curated by deadmau5 himself to help artists secure placements for their music within film and television productions and more. Recently, deadmau5 scored the 2019 film Polar, and Ware was behind the score for the 2020 Sundance film, Spree. “Extreme is an excellent partner to...
REZZ and deadmau5 Unveil Hotly Anticipated Midtempo Banger, “Hypnocurrency”
“Hypnocurrency,” the long-awaited first-ever collaboration from REZZ and deadmau5, has finally arrived. The single, out now via mau5trap, is primed to be one of electronic music’s most memorable crossover moments of the year. It’s like the NBA All-Star Game or a primetime special with the casts of your two favorite TV shows, only better. To boot, REZZ and deadmau5 will be hosting a virtual hangout on Discord to celebrate the release. You can tune in here at 2PM PT (5PM ET). Locked and loaded with menacing synths, “Hypnocurrency” deftly pulls from each producer’s signature sonic niches, making it the best of both worlds for fans of REZZ and deadmau5 alike. Dreamy midtempo drops play against bright tones and minima...
deadmau5 Launches New House Imprint, Tommy Trash Single Selected For Inaugural Release
Electronic music legend deadmau5 has long been known for his plethora of music-centric ventures, most notably his mau5trap label. Since it was founded back in 2007, the imprint has facilitated countless releases from heavyweights such as Skrillex, Chris Lake, i_o and REZZ. Now, deadmau5 is expanding his portfolio once more with the launch of yet another project, hau5trap. Dedicated to house music, the new label intends to collaborate with cutting-edge pioneers in the space from around the world. It will officially launch on Thursday, March 4th with the release of its inaugural single, “Hiiigh” by Tommy Trash and Daisy Guttridge, two of mau5trap’s longtime staples. “With hau5trap, we get to support more things we love specifically in house music...
HVDES Drops Menacing “Blood Demon Art” EP on deadmau5’s mau5trap Imprint
Los Angeles-based producer HVDES has dropped her EP Blood Demon Art. Reflecting her dark persona, the EP, which arrived by way of deadmau5‘s mau5trap banner, delivers brooding lyrics, bass-heavy beats, and a deeply sinister theme. Kicking things off with “Wasteland,” HVDES employs a gritty baseline with her own vocals that tell a grim tale of eyes that are “empty like a wasteland.” Next is “Jigokuzoji,” which gets its name from the 12th-century Japanese scrolls of Buddhist hell. The song lives up to its name with pounding bass elements and a plethora of intricate, spine-chilling sounds. She ties a bow on the record with “Oni,” named after a Japanese demon. The 160 BPM track provides a textured bassline, stabbing laser effects, and snarling, satanic vocals. HVDES is just getting...
