MUSIC RELEASES
PACIFICA Drops Euphoric Indietronica Track, “SWIM SONG”
Marking the follow-up to his late 2022 single “drunk on the beach!” alongside Go Periscope), PACIFICA has returned with yet another stunning indietronica track. Titled “SWIM SONG,” the heartfelt track enchants listeners with its hyperactive yet nostalgic melodies. Kicking off with emotive synths, fluttering arpeggios and intimate vocals, PACIFICA quickly puts the full range of his songwriting and production abilities on display. The playful release is short and sweet, spanning less than two minutes in length. But it packs a punch, filled with gritty bass, hard-hitting percussion and dazzling sound design throughout its two drops. Take a listen to “SWIM SONG” below. Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles Curating his distinct sound exclusively in-house, ...
BEAUZ and LODATO Team Up for Stunning Dance-Pop Track, “Crocodiles”
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...
Female Iranian Artists Unite for Electronic Compilation Supporting Mahsa Amini Protests
12 female Iranian artists have come together for Woman, Life, Freedom, a compilation featuring a dozen original songs supporting those fighting for freedom against the Islamic Republic of Iran. The project’s name is the English translation of “Zan, Zendegi, Azadi,” the official slogan of global protests against the current Iranian regime. Demonstrations have persisted worldwide after a 22-year-old woman named Mahsa Amini was allegedly killed by Iran’s religious morality police on September 16th. Hundreds of protestors have reportedly been killed in Iran, including dozens of minors. Human Rights Activists in Iran (HRANA) reported that an estimated 18,480 people had been arrested as of December 22. Curated by Iranian artists AIDA and Nesa Azadikhah, Woman, Life, ...
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EDM.com Playlist Picks: The Chainsmokers, Rezz, Marshmello & More [1/13/23]
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. The Chainsmokers & Cheyenne Giles – Make You Feel Kx5 – Alive (feat. The Moth & The Flame) [KREAM Remix] Luude & Issey Cross – Oh My (feat. Moby) Festival Hits 2023 Knock2 – Make U SWEAT! Rezz & Quackson – Gyrate (feat. Wreckno) Lil Wayne – A Milli (SIDEPIECE REMIX) Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles Electronic Avenue Jauz, Zeds Dead & Nicole Miller – S.O.S. Marshmello & Jamie Brown – Party Jumpin...
REZZ Drops Filthy Collab with Wreckno and Quackson on HypnoVision Records
Rezz has released “Gyrate,” a mind-melting collaboration with Quackson and EDM.com Class of 2022 star Wreckno. After teasing the track on social media for weeks, it’s finally here. And it’s arrived on Friday the 13th, a fitting day for the HypnoVision Records boss, whose music is chock full of spooky, experimental influences. With its gritty midtempo flair and filthy, half-time trap switch-up, “Gyrate” is sure to get any crowd moving. Following the launch of her new label back in October 2022, it seems Rezz is delivering on her promise to plug and support promising electronic music talent by way of HypnoVision. “As my touring schedule has become more specific, I have more time to focus on other projects I am passionate about,”...
Knock2 Drops Hotly Anticipated Festival Anthem, “Make U SWEAT!”
Knock2 is kicking off 2023 with a high-intensity house track, “Make U SWEAT!” on NIGHTMODE. After releasing his breakout record “dashstar*” last year, Knock2 has enjoyed a meteoric rise in the dance music scene. Its major players are taking notice—the blossoming DJ and producer made his debut at EDC Las Vegas in 2022 and just before the year wrapped up, “dashstar*” received an big official remix from influential trap music duo Yellow Claw. A dancefloor filler, “Make U SWEAT!” is signature Knock2. He amps up his production with crisp drum programming, resonant synths and relentless, bottomless bass. Take a listen to the new track below. Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles Knock2 has not allowed himself to be limited by gen...
Sullivan King Shares Release Date and New Single From Third Album, “Thrones of Blood”
Bass music’s marquee metal act is getting ready for the release of his third album. In just over two months, Sullivan King will release Thrones of Blood, a new metal-electronic hybrid record, via Monstercat. The follow-up to 2021’s LOUD LP will combine King’s in-your-face vocals with plenty of heavy metal guitar work and heaps of bass. Now, he’s given fans another taste of what’s to come with the album’s titular track, “Thrones of Blood.” Sullivan King. Brian Rapaport/EDM.com Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles Bombarding listeners at breakneck speed, the song finds King shredding through a glitchy bassline with plenty of his trademark screams. The arrangement eventually builds to a big climax, a bone-crushing bas...
Premiere: Whyte Fang Cuts Through the Static With Primal Single, “Transport God”
Whyte Fang is going to keep letting her music do the talking with “Transport God,” a new single premiered exclusively today via EDM.com. A curious phrase initially obscured under a thick fog of reverb, the lyric “you could transport god” leaps suddenly into the foreground in a profound moment of clarity. As with her prior efforts, Whyte Fang takes a “less is more approach” when it comes to her vocal elements, opting to loop, glitch and iterate upon precisely defined vocal patterns. Turning them into something more closely resembling the ominous incantations that have since become her signature, Alison Wonderland’s enigmatic alias once again stuns. Her unapologetically primal approach is mirrored in the track’s production. Whomping 808s, high-...
D-Sturb, Act of Rage and Nolz Drop Electrifying Q-dance Records Collab, “Magnetism”
D-Sturb, Act of Rage and Nolz have joined forces for “Magnetism,” a massive collaboration out now by way of Q-dance Records. “Magnetism” is a rabid, thrashing blend of multiple electronic styles and sounds. Ultimately, the track is a no-holds-barred testament to the growing influence of hardstyle on modern dance music. D-Sturb, Act of Rage and Nolz leverage heavily distorted kicks, screeching synths and a variety of suspenseful switch-ups throughout their collab. Devising a similar structure as magnets, “Magnetism” messes with the space surrounding it, immersing hardstyle fans in a canvas of thrashing sound design. Take a listen below. Thanks to D-Sturb’s authentic stage presence and impeccable production skills, he’s a unique artist in the h...
KDrew and Culture Code Craft Picture-Perfect Moment In “Spaces On The Wall”
KDrew and Culture Code find the perfect framing for their high-flying collaborative effort, “Spaces On The Wall.” Individually, the two are no strangers to bringing equal parts heat and heart to their music. With stadium-filling energy and soul-searching lyrics, the powerhouse duo make the most of the moment with “Spaces On The Wall,” out now via Lowly. It’s a production that effortlessly falls into place. A mosaic of soaring gated melodies, cathartic builds and punchy, rock-like chords, the arrangement has a spectrum of sounds that collectively build and release tension that you could cut with a knife. However, where this track particularly shines is with its stellar songwriting. Like a crowded, wandering mind, the emotional journey underpinning “S...
EDM.com Presents: The House Brew, Vol. 16
”Storm” – Double Touch ft. Reigan On “Storm,” soothing chords and rousing vocals conjure a deep, soul-piercing soundscape. Reigan describes the song as “leaning into the bliss of surrender while exploring the indirect holders of power in doing so.” ”Reflections” (Sam Shure Remix) – Monolink Monolink’s “Reflections” is a twinkling, introspective melodic house tune. Sam Shure raises the roof on his remix with commanding drums and aggressive synths. Not to mention, it’s a standout in Monolink’s rivetting live performance at Burning Man. ”By Heart” – Khåen Khåen was one of the first artists to release music on Lane 8’s melodic house imprint This Never Happened, debuting a track on the label back in 2017. While he hasn’t released music on This Never Happened in the past couple...
MAZAA and Yami Reunite for Genre-Bending Bass Track, “Twister”
MAZZA has teamed up with fellow Seattle-based producer Yami for “Twister,” a haunting and soaring bass track. The tandem have reunited to produce the dynamic song, an amalgamation of melodic dubstep, trap and Wave music. Singer-songwriter Kate Foster contributes a poignant topline as her vocals pull us in and beautifully contrast the arrangement’s intense, genre-bending drops. Taking a closer listen, the lyricism in “Twister” explores pain, heartbreak and uncertainty, embodying a melancholic undertone while providing a glimmer of hope. It pairs seamlessly with the track’s unique and uplifting sound design. “This experience taught me so much about myself and my love for music,” Yami said in a press release. “Through months of collaborati...
