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Listen to GRiZ’s Dreamy Mixtape, “Chasing The Golden Hour, Pt. 4”
Just in time for the burst of fall’s vibrant colors, GRiZ has dropped the fourth installment of his Chasing The Golden Hour mixtape series. Following the release of two singles: the airy” Your Light” and last week’s disco-inspired “On a High,” Chasing The Golden Hour, Pt. 4 is here in full. It’s been a long two years since Vol. 3, and it’s clear GRiZ took the time to hone his classic funk roots, resulting in a masterful record replete with dreamy sound design. “I wanted to recreate the carefree good vibes you feel when it’s just about sunset on the perfect summer evening and everything is the most beautiful shimmering tint of gold,” GRiZ said in a press statement. “Chasing The Golden Hour is that magical moment, it is the c...
SG Lewis Announces Sophomore Album, Celebrates With New Double Single
Big updates from SG Lewis, who this week announced the name and release date of a forthcoming double album: AudioLust & HigherLove. To celebrate, the Brit has also released a double A-side single with two of the project’s tracks. When paired together, they provide an uncanny tease of the album’s overall concepts: lust, love and the gray areas—or dance floors—between. First up is “Vibe Like This” (with Lucky Daye and Ty Dolla $ign), a pop slow-burner that could pass off readily as an unreleased cut off Funk Wav Bounces Vol 2. Toes will tap and heads will nod as this song elevates from a twinkling piano melody into a potent blend of vocal charisma. “Been around the world, I did / Never felt a vibe like this,” Daye and Dolla $ign croon o...
DJ Snake, Ghostface Killah, Jadakiss to Appear on Malaa’s Debut Album: See the Full Tracklist
Malaa has recruited some hip-hop legends for his upcoming debut album. The masked DJ and producer is set to unveil his long-awaited album, Don Malaa, at the end of the month. And after releasing a couple singles, he’s now unmasked the complete tracklist. Malaa is bringing out some old friends and hip-hop superstars for his grand debut. French compatriots and frequent collaborators DJ Snake, Tchami and Tony Romera are set to appear on “Deep,” “Discipline” and “The Game is Dead” respectively. Outside of the electronic dance music realm, Don Malaa features iconic rappers Jadakiss and Ghostface Killah, as well as buzzing hip-hop artist Fivio Foreign. Malaa recently reworked Linkin Park’s timeless song “In The End” after...
IMANU Ushers In a Creative Reset With Stunning Debut Album, “Unfold”
Few artists would opt to switch up their process ahead of their debut album, but IMANU‘s creative reset is paying dividends. IMANU’s album has been in the making for some time as he began writing it just a few months into the pandemic. “I had to find a way out of the boring routine,” explained on Twitter. “I stayed with my parents for a few months, occupying their spare attic room and bought a new laptop and pair of headphones, just trying to find new ways to be productive. This fresh start brought me a creativity which enabled me to write music like i had never done before…” That decision would go on to have tremendous downstream impacts. Processing Unfold now in full, the effort is an all-encompassing, multi-genre project that particula...
Maddy O’Neal Drops Shapeshifting Sophomore Album, “Ricochet”
Maddy O’Neal has dropped Ricochet, her genre-bending sophomore album. Ricochet sees the Denver-based electronic music producer at her most creative, alchemizing futuristic bass with electro-soul beats and funky, head-nodding disco. Complete with dazzling singles like the sparkling future bass banger “Never Fades” and the spacey “Follow Me,” Ricochet is a bold body of work that showcases O’Neal’s shapeshifting approach to sound design. O’Neal’s shrewd sampling and synthesizer work conjure drizzles of funky bass goodness throughout Ricochet. The album features a number of special guests, including Balkan Bump, Ryan Montbleau, Ryan Jalbert, MOONz, STS9’s Alana Rocklin and Lettuce’s Eric “Benny” Bloom, amo...
Infected Mushroom Celebrate 25th Anniversary With Kaleidoscopic Album, “IM25”
In celebration of their 25th anniversary, iconic Israeli psytrance duo Infected Mushroom have finally dropped their highly anticipated IM25 LP. Preceding the 12-track collection, Infected Mushroom teamed up with Israeli compatriot Bliss for a 10-minute, face-melting space expedition called “A Cookie From Space.” Shortly after, they treated fans to a glitchy electro-rock rendition of Alannah Myles’ 1989 classic “Black Velvet” with help from singer-songwriter Ninet Tayeb. Now, the duo are crystallizing their quarter-century legacy with their latest full-length body of work. Infected Mushroom. c/o Press IM25 showcases Infected Mushroom’s expertise as veteran sound designers and takes fans on a visceral journey through their storied career. The new record welcomes a ...
Giolì & Assia Confront Demons, Discuss Symbolism In Third Studio Album, “Fire Hell And Holy Water”
When it comes to eclectic electronic music acts, it doesn’t get any more versatile and visceral than the Italian femme powerhouse duo Giolì & Assia. Equipped with an impressive mix of instrumental know-how and a tender romantic relationship, the European couple have deeply influenced the dance music landscape throughout the last half-decade. Having risen through the ranks for their inimitable blend of genres over two studio albums, the tandem’s popularity exploded after they began livestreaming performances from some of the most scenic spots on earth. Titled #DiesisLive, the series enabled viewers to consume the experience that is Giolì & Assia: an immersive affair with live instruments, haunting vocals and panoramic backdrops. Giolì & Assia performing on the F...
Doja Cat Reveals Her Fourth Album Will Be Influenced By “Rave Culture”
Doja Cat is delving deep to find new artistic drive from her childhood influences—and she’s turning to rave culture for inspiration. The “Say So” songstress previously announced her upcoming fourth studio album would focus more on her rapping ability, but in a recent interview with CR Fashion Book, she said its production style would also mark a departure from her prior works. Amid a recent rush of major hip-hop artists turning to dance music for inspiration, such as Drake, Megan Thee Stallion, Beyoncé, and Big Sean, Doja Cat is the latest to gravitate towards the genre while noting that these days, ’90s German rave music has been more her speed. Doja Cat demonstrating a makeup routine for Vogue Taiwan in 2020. Vogue Taiwan Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles &#...
Tritonal Craft Harmonious Exploration of Unity and Love In Fifth Studio Album, “Coalesce”
Over the course of their storied career, Tritonal have donned many hats in the recording studio, displaying a level of versatility that has been key to their success. Upon the release of their 2011 debut album, Piercing The Quiet, the duo had their feet firmly cemented in the trance lane. But that cement would eventually dissipate, inspiring a shift towards the emerging electro house scene. As the pair strayed from euphoric trance melodies, they gradually earned mainstream attention within the confines of the surging progressive house and big room genres. Tracks like “Now Or Never” (with Phoebe Ryan) and “Untouchable” (with Cash Cash) tightened the grip Tritonal had on those sounds. The Texan tandem continued on this exploration well into the mid-2010s, not st...
Fred again.. Announces “Actual Life 3” Album, Drops Stunning Single: Listen to “Danielle (smile on my face)”
Fred again.. is, well, at it again. The groundbreaking music producer and DJ has announced the third installment of his Actual Life trilogy, Actual Life 3 (January 1 – September 9 2022), and dropped a single to hold fans over before the album’s official release, October 28th. The single, “Danielle (smile on my face),” samples 070 Shake’s “Nice To Have,” one of the most popular tracks in the famed artist’s discography. It features snappy percussive elements and a pulsing bassline, which frenetically flutters like a fish out of water and pairs with haunting sound design for a deeply visceral record. Watch the official visualizer for “Danielle (smile on my face)” below. Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles The ...
Let Big Wild’s Nostalgic Sophomore Album Take You Into His Psychedelic “Efferusphere”
In 2019, Big Wild released his debut album, Superdream. Containing fan-favorite hits like “City of Sound” and “6’s to 9’s,” the record positioned him as one of the electronic music scene’s true aesthetes. Now, Big Wild has dropped his sophomore studio album, The Efferusphere. Three years in the making, the 14-track LP explores his unique indietronica sound by permeating feelings of psychedelia and nostalgia. Big Wild “It’s hard to believe that 3 years of work and personal growth led me to create 45 minutes of music,” writes Big Wild, who said he “poured a lot of myself into this album.” Melancholic guitar riffs, atmospheric synths and Big Wild’s emotive vocals make for a cohesive and touching album. Every detail of The Efferusphere evokes visceral r...
Hardwell’s “REBELS NEVER DIE” Album Is a Reminder That There’s No Growth Without Change
The full weight of Hardwell‘s comeback era has finally been realized. Months of lead-up to the Dutch icon’s hotly anticipated comeback album, REBELS NEVER DIE, has culminated with the full release of the 14-track effort. In trickling a steady stream of singles out to the public, fans by now are well familiar with Hardwell’s bold switch-up towards a mainstage techno-focused sound. However, while fans have processed the initial shock and awe of the superstar producer’s dramatic change in course, hearing the album now as a cohesive project in many ways is likely to provide his diehard supporters a newfound sense of appreciation for the leap of faith he took many months ago. Hardwell was certainly cognizant that upon his return, fans would be filled with...
