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Papa Khan Stuns In New Color Bass Anthem, “AWOL”
Class of 2021 inductee Papa Khan has returned with his rousing new single, “AWOL.” “AWOL” is yet another stellar showing from Khan, showcasing his undeniable talents as one of the fastest-growing bass music producers in the scene. An atmospheric intro creates space for his own pop-punk-inspired vocals to take over. It’s not long before a masterfully crafted color bass drop allows his talents to shine, as his immaculate sound design runs roughshod through through the arrangement alongside expertly syncopated synths. It’s clear that Khan has perfected his distinct sound, and “AWOL” is a clear demonstration. Listen below. Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles Coming off a huge year in 2021, Khan has seen continued success in 2022. Most recentl...
Get “Lost” In Papa Khan’s Emotive New EP
Papa Khan‘s debut Monstercat EP is his most emotive to date. The Class of 2021 star has finally dropped Lost, a five-track EP from one of the most influential figures in the color bass genre. The record features a trio of previously released tracks: “Get to U,” “The Tide” and the pop-punk-inspired Valentine’s Day anthem “Never Cared.” New additions to Khan’s arsenal are “So Far Away” and “Beg for U.” The former features intimate lyrics about love and love lost, soundtracked by yet another instant-classic bassline from the genre-bending Indonesian producer. The latter of the new singles begins with softly-spoken lyricism before cutting into a twinkly bass drop filled with frenetic synths for a chaotic ye...
Papa Khan Continues to Innovate On New Color Bass Single, “Get To U”
Much like his recent singles, Papa Khan is wearing his heart on his sleeve once again with “Get To U,” out via Monstercat. “Get To U” is representative of Papa Khan at his finest. The entire song screams maturation, taking his beloved color bass sound to new heights. Opting to once again record his own vocals, the Indonesian electronic music prodigy envelops his honest lyrics with a beautifully painted, hard-hitting soundscape. “‘Get To U’ is a song about love. It’s about the willingness to do anything for love,” Khan said in a press statement. “It’s that feeling of going all-in when you fall in love with someone.” Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles A leading producer in the electronic subgenre of ...
Papa Khan Drops Pop-Punk-Inspired Valentine’s Day Anthem, “Never Cared”
Papa Khan dismissed the cheesy love songs this Valentine’s Day and released a heavyhearted single for those who aren’t feeling the love this year. Released today was the latest single from the color bass virtuoso, “Never Cared.” In one of his most emotive releases to date, Khan combines his distinct sound design with pop-punk-inspired vocals to create a unique amalgam that hits you right in the feels. “For those who have been betrayed and hurt, this one is for you,” Khan said in a press release. Check out “Never Cared” below. Recommended Articles Finding beautiful colors in what would feel like an otherwise grey emotional state, Khan has delivered another futuristic melodic bass drop between the celestial intermissions and gri...
Papa Khan and Monica Santucci Collide On Melancholic Single “Hologram Tears”
After a monstrous 2020, Papa Khan has been making waves in 2021. This time around he’s enlisted the help of Monica Santucci for their new collaboration “Hologram Tears.” “Hologram Tears” is a full-on showcase of both Khan and Santucci’s talents. The former’s signature, forward-thinking sound dominates the track where his immaculate sound design and hypnotic, syncopated synths take center stage. His ingenuity creates the perfect platform for the latter to shine with her gorgeous vocal work. Check out “Hologram Tears,” out now via SLANDER’s Heaven Sent imprint below. Recommended Articles MUSIC RELEASES Papa Khan and Monica Santucci Collide On Melancholic Single “Hologram Tears” Papa Khan’s immaculate soun...
Papa Khan Makes Oceanic Monstercat Debut With Must-Listen Song, “The Tide”
One year after Papa Khan broke the internet with his breakthrough single “Rain,” the young bass music producer is back with another masterstroke. Released today on Monstercat was the latest song from one of bass music’s most exciting artists, dubbed “The Tide.” Khan, who was named to EDM.com‘s Class of 2021 earlier this year, has once again harnessed his self-taught music production skills and dropped another instant classic that’s sure to be rinsed in DJ sets for years to come. “The Tide” opens with gentle water droplets and cavernous vocals, lending to a spacey atmosphere where Khan’s wholly singular sound design shines. What follows is a dizzying array of syncopated synths and bass, which combine to transport Khan’s liste...
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...
Papa Khan Announces New Single “XP”
Perhaps one of electronic music’s most promising new acts, Papa Khan has seen a meteoric rise in popularity as of late. His 2020 single “Rain” has already surpassed one million streams on Spotify, and the producer has garnered support from the likes of massive acts like Subtronics and Marshmello. Papa Khan recently made the cut for EDM.com‘s Class of 2021, and now, he has set his sights on proving exactly why, teasing his first release of the year. Taking to Twitter for the announcement, Papa Khan shared a short preview and announced the release date. “XP” is set to arrive on February 7th, and will be available as a free download. The track appears to be a self-release effort, forgoing a record label to offer up the track to fans for free...
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Papa Khan Hacks Into the Mainframe With New Single “XP” [PREMIERE]
After teasing a new track earlier in the week, Papa Khan has finally released his next big single. The new song follows his four-track Blossom EP released in the fall on Marshmello‘s Joytime Collective. Dubbed, “XP,” the EDM.com Class of 2021 star has once again made it very clear why he is truly one of the most exciting artists on the rise. Elegant xylophone and gentle keys guide listeners as they load into the vast virtual soundscape created by Papa Khan. After becoming acquainted with their digital surroundings, the young producer hacks into the mainframe and unleashes a flurry of cybernetic chord stabs. Like his previous releases, the final product is a beautifully-unique take on bass music that’s inspired both fans and artists alike. “...
Papa Khan Drops Stunning “BLOSSOM” EP on Marshmello’s JoyTime Collective
Bass music’s Prodigal Son, Papa Khan, has returned with a massive four-track EP. Doubling down on the explosive success of his breakthrough single “Rain,” the Indonesian young gun has unveiled BLOSSOM, a song-cycle of sublime, innovative electronic music. Papa Khan’s BLOSSOM EP is a natural fit on Marshmello‘s JoyTime Collective banner. Devoid of the saccharine flavors of Mello’s earlier sounds, each of the record’s four tracks knock with a riddim ferocity while remaining under a melodic umbrella. It’s a formula that Papa Khan has concocted with precision, and represents a beautiful dichotomy for bass music fans looking for bass music with substance. After kicking off the project with “Rain,” Papa Khan follows...
Papa Khan Announces New “BLOSSOM” EP on Marshmello’s JoyTime Collective
After absolutely rocking the scene with his single “Rain” earlier this month, Papa Khan is ready to ride the wave of its success straight into his new BLOSSOM EP, which is due for release on November 6th. The upcoming record from the Indonesian prodigy has found a home on Marshmello‘s JoyTime Collective. If the new EP is anything like the work we’ve heard from Papa Khan thus far, fans are in for a treat. He has proven himself a technical wizard when it comes to creating unique bass music sound design, which encompasses a plethora of electronic sub-genre such as future riddim, dubstep, and future bass. He’s a fresh face who is on a straight trajectory to the top. So far this year, Papa Khan has had a steady stream of releases, includin...
Listen to Papa Khan’s “Rain,” a Masterstroke of Bass Music Production
Future riddim, dubstep, future bass—whatever you want to call it, there’s no doubt that Papa Khan‘s new single “Rain” is in a league of its own. “Rain” found a home on Marshmello‘s JoyTime Collective banner, and it is an absolutely perfect fit. Emblematic of a star in the making, the track is a masterclass in bass music sound design. The Indonesian prodigy introduces spacey pads off the bat, using the enchanting nature of the verse to effortlessly build into the first drop. That’s when he goes haywire, unloading a stunning drop with lush, frenetic synths and fluttering arpeggios. It’s the way Papa Khan syncopates those synths, however, that elevates his sound design into the realm of extraordinary. His quirky yet brilliant syn...
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