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Hydraulix Drops Genre-Bending, 20-Track Debut Album “Imposter Syndrome”
After years of releasing some of the most heavily supported tracks among the DJ community, Australian trap music virtuoso Hydraulix has finally dropped the curtain on his debut album, the 20-track Imposter Syndrome LP. Long revered for his approach to bass music production—in which he creates wonky trap music with a booty-shaking twist—Hydraulix looked inward to develop his debut album, the result of struggle with lockdown-induced insecurity. While largely rooted in the mind-bending bass spectrum of its label, Wakaan, the album enters pensive territory at times, dabbling in future bass and hip-hop. “GOAT” and “System Malfunction” are two undeniable Imposter Syndrome standouts in an album of many. The former, which features gritty bars f...
Armin van Buuren Teams Up With Trance Greats In 8th Album, “A State Of Trance Forever”: Listen
Earlier this year, trance music legend Armin van Buuren rang in the landmark 1,000th episode of A State of Trance, one of dance music’s most tenured radio programs of all time. While some of the celebrations have been postponed, namely van Buuren’s sold-out ASOT1000 show in Utrecht, the occasion has since yielded the “This Is What It Feels Like” producer’s eighth studio album, A State Of Trance Forever. The highly collaborative effort is a meeting of the minds when it comes to all things trance. van Buuren has teamed up with titans of the genre Paul Oakenfold, Sander van Doorn, Rank 1, and many more to craft a diverse selection of sonics, enough to satisfy every niche listener. Of course the cascading, ethereal vocal melodies of tracks like “Divino&...
Cosmic Gate Piece Together a Symphonic Collage in “MOSAIIK Chapter One” Album
Music is a reflection of the times—a snapshot of the mood of a society and a window into the soul of the enduring human spirit. When enthusiasm is high, anthemic powerhouses tend to arise, urging listeners to have fun, worry less, and party more. And when morale slips, the tones are somber and lyrics turn towards self-reflection. Inarguably, humankind is currently experiencing the latter, and musicians are listening. As producers emerge from the progressive tones of the 2010s, electronic artists have taken a liking towards deeper, techno-driven sounds. The minimalistic approach practically mirrors society’s angst amidst a global pandemic, something Cosmic Gate picked up on and created yet another shift in their musical catalog. Having recently completed their 20th anniversary to...
Leaving Laurel’s Debut Album Is a Stunning Tribute to Pierce Fulton’s Memory: Listen
Last month, Pierce Fulton‘s collaborative side project with Botnek’s Gordon Huntley, Leaving Laurel, released the first single from their self-titled debut album. Today, their full body of work—which is dedicated to Fulton’s memory—has arrived via iconic dance music imprint Anjunadeep. Through each of the album’s 11 aching tracks, Leaving Laurel expertly convey the chemistry Fulton and Huntley shared stemming from their longstanding friendship. Rich, colorful textures shine brightly on the record, layered with lush, spellbinding pads and crisp percussive elements. One of the most impressive aspects of the album is how well each of its songs flow. Each sounds like it was made to be placed after the other to tell a story as part of ...
Wave Racer Announces Long-Awaited Debut Album: Listen to the Lead Single
The debut album from electronic music virtuoso Wave Racer has been a long time coming. Considered one of the most groundbreaking future bass producers in the scene, the Australian beatsmith broke through in the mid-2010s with a bubbly, quirky sound all his own. He quickly garnered support from some of the industry’s most celebrated artists, such as Skrillex, Porter Robinson, and Flume. “I don’t think I was ready for any of [the recognition],” he said in a press release. “I’m normally very cautious with the decisions that I make… I thought I was managing the attention at the time but I wasn’t coping very healthily. I was so worried about how people were going to perceive me if I made one wrong step. It was a recipe for anxiety.”...
Pierce Fulton’s Side Project, Leaving Laurel, Announces Debut Album Following Tragic Death
Last year, Botnek‘s Gordon Huntley joined forces with the late Pierce Fulton for a collaborative musical project called Leaving Laurel. Iconic dance music label Anjunadeep today released the duo’s new single “Winter In The Woods,” which the pair finished—along with a full album—just prior to Fulton’s tragic death. The wistful sound Fulton and Gordon have created as Leaving Laurel departs from what fans have come to expect from them individually. “Winter In The Woods” opens with a spellbinding ambiance as a melancholic piano guides listeners through spacey synths and subdued percussion. The feathery sound design lends to an organic feel, emulating what the pair must have felt while writing the track while isolated in the woods of Connecticut an...
GRiZ’s Dubstep-Inspired 10th Album “Rainbow Brain” is His Heaviest Yet: Listen
For lack of a better phrase—GRiZ simply cannot be stopped. After announcing his latest project a few weeks ago, the prolific producer has released his seventh studio album Rainbow Brain alongside an immersive performance video. Rainbow Brain brings out GRiZ’s usual funky self while infusing heavy doses of bass. Each of the album’s 23 tracks are packed full of personality, masterfully woven together to create a strong sense of uniformity. Listeners may recognize some previously released singles, such as “Vibe Check,” “Astro Funk,” “Tie-Dye Sky,” and the titular “Rainbow Brain.” Recommended Articles GRiZ has tapped some huge (and familiar) artists to join him on a handful of Rainbow Brain cuts, such as longtime collaborato...
Boys Noize Announces Fifth Studio Album, “+/-“
Renowned electronic music vet Boys Noize is gearing up for the release of his fifth studio album. +/- (pronounced “Polarity”) will showcase Boys Noize’s tried-and-true skill in delving into music styles on the opposite ends of the dance music spectrum, covering everything from the deepest underground techno to jackin’ house, and including collaborations with some of electronic music’s brightest stars. “The album dives into the polar tension between the musical styles and worlds I find myself in,” said Boys Noize in a statement on the album’s forthcoming release. “When you combine opposites, something transcendent can take place, something greater than the two parts. And with music, it becomes a magic that can create new worlds.” Dua...
Foo Fighters Have Dropped a Disco Album: Listen
Foo Fighters‘ new Bee Gees tribute band—yes, this is real—have dropped their debut album, Hail Satan. While the arrival of Dee Gees feels like a fever dream, there’s no denying how well they’re filling these new dancing boots. When Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl first announced the new venture, he shocked fans by revealing that his drumming inspirations during his early years in Nirvana were actually disco pioneers. Hail Satan is a full circle moment, featuring four Bee Gees covers, a rework of Andy Gibb’s “Shadow Dancing,” and five live versions of songs frok Medicine Midnight, the band’s most recent studio album. The album arrives shortly after a sold-out, full capacity show at Madison Square Garden. Sadly, that ho...
Riot Ten Drops Riveting Sophomore Album, “Hype or Die: Homecoming”
Riot Ten made the most of his quarantine, taking that time to develop his sophomore album, Hype Or Die: Homecoming. The new record, released on Steve Aoki’s Dim Mak Records, showcases the producer’s trademark “Hype Or Die” sound and offers insight into his ability to take on explorative sonic ventures. The album features collabs with Bok Nero, Dogma, and more, tying together Riot Ten’s penchant for dubstep, riddim, trap, and house music. This blend of styles makes for a rollercoaster of a ride from start-to-finish. Born and raised in El Paso, TX, Riot Ten exploded into the world of dance music at the age of 22. He released music with Never Say Die and Bassrush, among other electronic music tastemakers, before joining the Dim Mak family in 2017. Recomm...
Listen to ILLENIUM’s Heartfelt Fourth Album, “Fallen Embers”
Marking the beginning of a new chapter, ILLENIUM‘s Fallen Embers album has finally arrived. When his nonstop touring schedule came to a halt last year, ILLENIUM took to the studio with the goal of creating something truly remarkable. And after tying a bow on a triptych of albums in 2019—offering up only a handful of singles in 2020—Illenials were left wondering what was next. Later that year, the news broke that a new album was in the works. In conjunction with the announcement, ILLENIUM released “Nightlight,” a collaboration with Annika Wells that offered a peek into his forthcoming album. Soon after, he dropped the punk-inspired “Paper Thin” with Tom DeLonge and his band Angels & Airwaves. “Hearts on F...
Skrrrrrrrr: Westside Gunn Plans To Drop 2 Albums This Year
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Paras Griffin / Getty One of Hip-Hop’s brightest stars is coming back from rapper retirement as promised. Westside Gunn says he is releasing two new projects in 2021 and we are here for it. The Buffalo native and Griselda mastermind is returning to his duties as a solo artist. On Sunday, July 11 he announced on Twitter that he will be hitting his fans with not one but two albums by the end of the year. “Idk who reading this but I’m dropping 2X this year 8/20 & 10/31 #FLYGOD #GXFR #CULTURE #ICON” he wrote. While he hasn’t released an official project since Who Made The Sunshine in October 2020, he has stayed busy with the recent opening of his store / gallery Buffalo Kids at the Walden Galleria mall in Buffalo. Additionally he released two s...
