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Hayden James Gives ODESZA’s “The Last Goodbye” a Stunning House Makeover
This week ODESZA surprised fans by dropping an official remix of “The Last Goodbye,” the titular track from the duo’s Grammy-nominated album of the same, produced by none other than Australian house music virtuoso Hayden James. James’ upbeat rework of the soulful track is a funky re-imagination that sublimely reflects the intention and theme of ODESZA’s original. While “The Last Goodbye” is a powerful electronic record sampling Bettye LaVette’s 1965 song “Let Me Down Easy,” James transforms it into a decidedly house track—and a dancefloor filler. The Australian dance music star used a quicker tempo in his energetic, four-on-the-floor beat, producing staccato synths and a subdued drop with pulsing bass. James shrewdly leans on LaV...
ODESZA, GRiZ, Alesso, More to Hit the Farm for Bonnaroo 2023
Bonnaroo has revealed the 2023 artists set to hit the farm this summer. Released just a few hours before Coachella’s lineup, the Bonnaroo bill is massive. Since the festival’s inception in 2002, its organizers have brought an eclectic mix of artists to their farm in Tennessee for one of the nation’s biggest outdoor music events. Whether you enjoy electronic music, jam bands, hip-hop or nu-metal, this year’s lineup will likely have something for you. Headlining Thursday is a pair of bass music heavyweights, Zeds Dead and Liquid Stranger. Friday will feature hip-hop icon Kendrick Lamar alongside GRiZ, Subtronics, Three 6 Mafia, PEEKABOO, DJ Diesel (Shaquille O’Neal) and a special collaborative set from Boogie T, Dirt Monkey and SubDocta. Saturday will star ODESZ...
CRSSD Confirms ODESZA, Lane 8, Kavinsky and More for 2023 Festival In San Diego
CRSSD Festival will bring the sun-kissed sounds of ODESZA, Polo & Pan, Lane 8, Purple Disco Machine and many more to San Diego next year. Scheduled for March 4th and 5th, 2023, the two-day SoCal festival, organized by FNGRS CRSSD, is set to return to its longtime home of Waterfront Park. Ravers will once again be able to enjoy multiple stages within the venue, including Ocean View, The Palms and City Steps. More artists are yet to be announced. The alumni pre-sale for CRSSD kicks off on December 20th. General tickets will then release on the 22nd, and payment plans are available. Sign up for SMS pre-sale access here. Curious to see what CRSSD Fest is all about? Check out our recap of this year’s fall editoin. Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles FOLLOW...
ODESZA, RÜFÜS DU SOL, More Nab 2022 Grammy Nominations: See the Full List
The Recording Academy has revealed the nominations for the 65th annual Grammy Awards. Receiving Grammy nods in the category of Best Dance/Electronic Recording were Beyoncé (“BREAK MY SOUL“), Bonobo (“Rosewood“), Diplo and Miguel (“Don’t Forget My Love“), David Guetta and Bebe Rexha (“I’m Good [Blue]“), RÜFÜS DU SOL (“On My Knees“) and Kaytranada (“Intimidated feat. H.E.R.”). Up for the Grammy Award for Best Dance/Electronic Album are ODESZA’s The Last Goodbye, Beyoncé’s RENAISSANCE, Bonobo’s Fragments, RÜFÜS DU SOL’s Surrender and Diplo’s self-titled album. The Grammys will air live on Sunday, February 5th, 2023 on CBS. You can check out the full list of nom...
Elderbrook Announces Album Release Date, Celebrates With New Song Produced By ODESZA
It’s a “Beautiful Morning” to be a fan of Elderbrook. Not only has the indietronica star released a new, ODESZA-assisted single, but he’s also announced his forthcoming sophomore album, Little Love. Due February 24th, 2023, the album is said to be a 10-track project inspired by Elderbrook’s shift into parenthood. All of the music was composed after the birth of his first child in 2020. “‘Beautiful Morning’ is simply about two people spending time together. A day where nothing matters other than each other,” Elderbrook said in a press release shared with EDM.com. “When I first wrote the song, I had pictured it being two people in love. Between now and then, the song has definitely taken on multiple meanings for me. It no...
Flume, ODESZA, Bonobo, More Featured On FIFA 23 Soundtrack
EA Sports‘ FIFA series continues to dominate video game soundtracks with one of their most diverse collections to date. Placing an emphasis on being “the world’s game,” the developers of FIFA 23 have set out to showcase music from all over the globe to represent their diverse player base. Unfortunately for readers of EDM.com, the soundtrack is markedly less focused on electronic music than those of previous years, but the genre is still heavily involved. It features music from Flume, The Knocks, San Holo, Lane 8, ODESZA, Bonobo, Disclosure, AC Slater and EDM.com Class of 2022 artist LODATO, among others. Check out the FIFA 23 soundtrack via EA Sports’ playlist below. Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles In honor of his inclusion in...
ODESZA’s “Light of Day” Samples the Man Who Invented the Wireless In-Ear Monitor
ODESZA collaborated with a man who changed music as we know it—and didn’t even realize it at the time. Offering fans a look at what goes into making an ODESZA classic, the duo shared a behind-the-scenes mini-documentary examining “Light Of Day,” their collaboration with Ólafur Arnalds from The Last Goodbye. Much of the video explains the production and concept behind the single, but it goes much deeper than that. In 1972, a young recording artist by the name of Stephen Ambrose released a song called “Mary.” And while it received some radio play, it wasn’t what you’d call a household hit. After falling in love with Ambrose’s sound and determining it would be a perfect fit for “Light of Day,” ODESZA reached out to hi...
The Moments Apart: Listen to 10 Solo Tracks By ODESZA’s Members—Before They Were ODESZA
It’s important not to forget where we came from—a tenet not lost on ODESZA. When they released The Last Goodbye, their stunning fourth album, ODESZA’s Harrison Mills and Clayton Knight painted the final brushstroke of a deeply personal mosaic of their lives. By interpolating unearthed childhood recordings throughout the album, they enabled fans to peer through an intimate window into their youth. The Last Goodbye effectively serves as a memento of Mills’ and Knight’s formative years. But who exactly were they in the aftermath, in those last vestiges before the formation of ODESZA? Harrison Mills (L) and Clayton Knight (R) of ODESZA. Avi Loud They were unheralded electronic music producers cutting their teeth on SoundCloud during its golden years,...
ODESZA Share Behind-the-Scenes Footage of the Making of “The Last Goodbye”
“Honestly if you haven’t made music in a while, you have to, like, re-learn how to make music,” says ODESZA‘s Harrison Mills. When the duo released The Last Goodbye, their scintillating fourth studio album, it had been almost five years since their last LP. After all, it’s only natural to shake off some cobwebs, even for a Grammy-nominated act in the vanguard of electronic music. But after conceiving the direction of what would eventually materialize as the album’s titular track, it wasn’t long before ODESZA found their stride. And they went on to create perhaps their most inspired work yet. ODESZA today shared behind-the-scenes footage of the making of “The Last Goodbye.” The video features in interview with fabled Detro...
Swedish House Mafia, ODESZA, Flume, More to Feature In Peloton’s “All For One” Virtual Festival
Getting in peak shape for festival season just got easier with Peloton bridging a bike path to the mainstage. The home fitness equipment giant is returning with its All For One event, a virtual experience that celebrates the unique sounds of the festival circuit. Peloton’s All For One is going bigger than ever this year, spanning a wide offering of 160 classes across 10 workout disciplines from cycling to yoga. All For One runs this weekend, August 19th through the 21st. A total of 33 artists will be featured, including music from Flume, Chase & Status, ODESZA, Purple Disco Machine, Swedish House Mafia and many more. As with any festival, planning is key, and Peloton allows users to assemble their own schedules by way of using the “Stacked Classes” feature. Pelot...
ODESZA Share the Humble Roots of Their Visual Inspiration for “The Last Goodbye”
It was their most personal record yet, but despite their profound sense of attachment to The Last Goodbye, and the resources at their disposal, ODESZA simply couldn’t quite find the aesthetic to bring it all together. “When we were writing the new record we found ourselves searching for imagery that would match the tone and energy of the themes we were trying to convey,” they tweeted yesterday, August 8th. “And honestly, nothing seemed to fit.” Then the duo found a visual artist named Alexander, a self-described “photo enthusiast” who had just relocated from Belarus all the way to New York. While he may not have had big-time name recognition, Alexander had a particular style and vision—and ODESZA were intrigued. Incidentally it was his knack for be...
“We’re Back”: ODESZA Return for First Live Show In Three Years
It only took two words for ODESZA to properly introduce their long-awaited return to the touring circuit: “We’re back.” Over the weekend, the Grammy-nominated duo kicked off an innovative amphitheater tour at Seattle’s Climate Pledge Arena in support of their scintillating fourth album, The Last Goodbye. The show on July 29th not only marked the beginning of a momentous, three-day hometown takeover, but also ODESZA’s first live performance in three years. Longtime fans of ODESZA can attest that there’s nothing quite like the duo’s live performances. Their signature drumline, captivating production and immersive visuals are enough to leave even the most veteran concert-goer awestruck. ODESZA perform at the Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle o...
