Moore Kismet
The 5 Moore Kismet Shows You Don’t Want to Miss in 2021
Fresh off the release of their Flourish EP and rearing to go for post-lockdown events, prodigious electronic music producer Moore Kismet has some massive things planned for the remainder of 2021. The stunning Flourish release featured collaborations with Laxcity, Chuck Sutton, COOKIE., Summet, and torr. Kismet’s dazzling Pride 2021 mix for Apple Music received rave reviews, and now they’re ready to take on the touring circuit once again. With upcoming appearances at multiple festivals and some stellar support slots lined up, Kismet is gearing up for a rampage the rest of the year. EDM.com has lined up your itinerary for all of the top upcoming Moore Kismet appearances that you truly won’t want to miss. Check out a list of Moo...
Moore Kismet on Pride and Inclusivity: “You Should Have the Space to Surround Yourself With Love and Positivity”
Since appearing in the bass music scene when they were just 15 years old, electronic music wunderkind Moore Kismet has quickly progressed from an artist to watch to an industry staple. Known for their sound design prowess and storytelling through synths, their music is unique and ever-evolving, often candidly inspired by the artist’s experiences with love, mental health and personal growth. The young producer and vocalist’s most recent example of this vulnerability was a massive “Pride 2021” DJ mix for Apple Music. Following its June 1st release, Kismet caught up with EDM.com to share their thoughts on Pride Month and industry inclusivity, as well as to reflect on the journey that has led them to the upcoming release of their debut album. ...
Listen to Moore Kismet’s Radiant Pride 2021 Mix on Apple Music
With each new project, Moore Kismet takes another leap towards the upper echelon of electronic music. And with an album looming, their ascension seems to be at a boiling point. Kismet, who was named to EDM.com‘s Class of 2021, has now teamed up with Apple Music to release a scintillating DJ mix for Pride Month 2021. Spanning 40 tracks, the mix is a microcosm of their groundbreaking approach to electronic music production, which is acclaimed for its hypnotic yet ferocious sound design. A song-cycle of dazzling bass music, Kismet’s Pride 2021 mix is representative of a seasoned selector and sonic storyteller—a dumbfounding notion considering they are only 16 years of age. It’s another indicator of their penchant for aching melodies and vulnerable songwriting, two ...
Listen to Moore Kismet and Laxcity’s Stunning Collaboration, “Flourish” [Premiere]
16-year-old electronic music wunderkind Moore Kismet has been turning heads for the last three years with their unique and forward-thinking approach to bass music. They’ve grown so much in that time, and the accolades continue to pile up after they were selected as the singular dance music artist in the 2020 edition of Billboard’s “21 Under 21” list and as a member of EDM.com‘s Class of 2021. Now, after many years of discussing it, Kismet has finally teamed up with one of their best friends and a fellow dance music production virtuoso, laxcity, to release a stunning collaborative track. An impossibly beautiful and endlessly technical offering, “Flourish” showcases each producer’s talents through its shimmering arpeggios, clever vocal...
Brownies & Lemonade Announce Stacked Lineup for First-Ever Weekend Takeover in Lake Havasu City
After a year of delivering memorable streaming experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic, renowned dance music event brand Brownies & Lemonade is getting back to what they do best—IRL shows. B&L have announced “Weekend at Havasu,” their first-ever weekend takeover scheduled for August 27th to 29th, 2021. The brand, which was named the Best Event Organizer/Promoter in EDM.com‘s 2020 Industry Leaders list, has invited a slew of top-notch electronic talent for the two-night, limited capacity fest. Set to perform in Havasu are Bauuer, Party Favor, Snakehips, Whethan, Moore Kismet, Eprom, and more. Flyer for Brownies & Lemonade’s “Weekend at Lake Havasu” featuring Baauer, Party Favor, and many more. Brownies & Lemonade B&...
GRiZ Announces Psychedelic Virginia Music Festival, Space Camp
Following a year devoid of music festivals thanks to the wrath of COVID-19, GRiZ is primed for a triumphant return with the announcement of his own curated fest. The electro-funk superstar has announced the debut of Space Camp, a bass music-fueled two-night festival at Virginia’s fabled Hampton Coliseum in December 2021. GRiZ will perform two different live sets alongside a number of his electronic music contemporaries, including CloZee, Liquid Stranger, LSDream, Chee, Common Creation, Kumarion, and EDM.com Class of 2021 artists Lucii and Moore Kismet. The inaugural Space Camp festival is scheduled for December 17th and 18th, 2021. According to a press release, the event marks GRiZ’s “most ambitious” live performances to date, which have the potential to b...
Moore Kismet Stuns on Latest Single, “Autonomy” With torr, From Forthcoming Album
2021 is shaping up to be the year of Moore Kismet. The year has already seen the release of two powerhouse singles from the prodigal producer, and their latest, “Autonomy” with torr, continues the momentum with ease. Out April 16th via Thrive Music, “Autonomy” is slated to appear on Kismet’s forthcoming debut album. Inspired by the emotional aftermath of infidelity, “Autonomy” features Kismet’s own vocals for the first time as the artist explores this experience in their own words. “We wanted to show a person’s personal turmoil affects the way that they perceive love. If you need a break up anthem of any kind, this song is for you,” they said in a press release. This extra dose of vulnerability comes paired with torr&#...
Moore Kismet’s Latest, “Vendetta For Cupid” With TYGKO, Comes Paired With Two Surprise Tracks
With a debut album on the way and a critically acclaimed lead single under their belt, Moore Kismet has already had a major 2021. Still, the electronic music wunderkind returned March 12th for the release of not one, not two, but three new singles, out via Thrive Music. Kismet shines with these tracks, using their distinct approach to sound design to continue breaking away from traditional bass music. “Flight of the Superiority Complex” with liam ello is ethereal in its vocals and delicate with its drop. Meanwhile, “Shadow Soldier” with Lunamatic pulls from drum & bass for its percussion programming, overlaying it with an intricate web of vocals and sonics. “Vendetta For Cupid” with TYGKO, which is confirmed to appear on the forthcoming L...
15 Black Trailblazers Shaping the Future of Electronic Dance Music
Since its inception decades ago, the backbone of dance music has been constituted by a strong community of Black creatives. They’ve led the charge for change, from creating inclusive underground club scenes to fostering initiatives that call for diversity in the industry at large. Even more, today’s landscape of sounds is constantly changing, and Black artists have proved to be a driving force of innovation and propulsive momentum. To highlight some of their voices, we’ve compiled a list of 15 trailblazing artists who have hit their strides in the last several years. These pioneers have had a profound impact on their contemporaries, and their sonic influence is certain to materialize within the industry’s future wave of talent. ALUNA JÉRÉMY PAUL BALI After off...
Moore Kismet Connects with WYN on Ethereal Single “Rumor”
Moore Kismet has been on a roll to kick off the new year. Last week, they inked a record deal with Thrive Music and announced their debut album will arrive sometime in June. Additionally, they were also included in EDM.com’s Class of 2021. Today, “Rumor” with WYN arrives as the first single from their hotly-anticipated LP. “Rumor” serves as yet another impressive release from Moore Kismet, showing off their impeccable songwriting expertise. Entering with an elegant intro led by WYN’s dreamy vocals, the drop quickly flips the tune on its head. Moore Kismet’s intricate sound design becomes the star of the show, as the punchy bassline and teetering synths trade blows. “Rumor” isn’t just a kill...
EDM.com Reveals Class of 2021
EDM.com has revealed its official Class of 2021 list. This isn’t an index of hot SoundCloud beatmakers or a vanilla “artists to watch” list to keep an eye on for some nebulous amount of time. It’s a list of ten musicians with game-changing skill sets who are on the precipice of becoming headlining superstars in the electronic music landscape. Through their defiant approaches to industry standards and their workhorse-like mentalities, they have already proven their volcanic potential in the dance music scene and are now ready to erupt. Over the next month, we’ll be publishing a wide range of special content from these artists. This includes guest mixes, interviews, and Instagram takeovers with live, behind-the-scenes footage and sneak peeks at new music, a...
Moore Kismet Signs With Thrive Music, Announces New Single Out Next Week
After a monster 2020, bass music wunderkind, Moore Kismet, is already set for an even bigger 2021 with the February 5th announcement of a record deal with Thrive Music. This is a major milestone for the EDM.com Class of 2021 inductee, as it marks the first deal of its kind for their budding career. This June, the label is expected to release Kismet’s debut album, which currently does not have an official name or drop date. Thrive Music is also set to support the project’s lead single, “Rumor” with WYN, out February 12th. Inspired by Kismet’s experience with coming out as an LGBTQ+ individual, you can pre-save “Rumor” here. “This is such a major moment in my life that I knew I couldn’t do alone,” Kismet sai...
