Progressive House
Listen to Nora Van Elken’s Epic EP Inspired by “The Lord of the Rings”
Dutch DJ and producer Nora Van Elken has dropped Lord of the Rings, a new EP comprising three stellar reworks of iconic music from the eponymous franchise. In the midst of a prolific 2022 which saw Van Elken release over a dozen singles and two EPs, she managed to slip in this epic triptych of progressive house tracks two days before the year ended. The new EP will make any fan of J.R.R. Tolkien’s iconic series swoon. Van Elken leads with the project’s hypnotic opener, “Rohan,” named after the fictional kingdom of Men in Middle-earth. Here, she produces haunting synths in a deep and cinematic house track. She then takes a cheekier approach in “Concerning Hobbits,” infusing violin patterns in an upbeat orchestral composition. “The Three Hunters̶...
Nicky Romero and DubVision Join Forces for Meteoric Progressive House Track, “Stay a Little Longer”
Nostalgia hits different with Nicky Romero and DubVision. Their new track, a collab with Philip Strand called “Stay A Little Longer,” is a blast from the past—a progressive house boomerang returning for another go ’round. Opening with delayed guitars and keys, Strand’s vocals reel us in with emotive lyrics. Blissful pads and warm bass loom in the undertones as we are progressively driven to the drop. A nostalgic synth melody plays underneath Strand’s topline until it unleashes its full might in the drop, encouraging us to stay just a little longer. Romero has been rinsing “Stay A Little Longer” in his DJ sets, like those at Ultra Japan and AMF. He previously released “Back To Where We Started” with Afrojack and “F...
Nicky Romero and DubVision Join Forces for Meteoric Progressive House Track, “Stay a Little Longer”
Nostalgia hits different with Nicky Romero and DubVision. Their new track, a collab with Philip Strand called “Stay A Little Longer,” is a blast from the past—a progressive house boomerang returning for another go ’round. Opening with delayed guitars and keys, Strand’s vocals reel us in with emotive lyrics. Blissful pads and warm bass loom in the undertones as we are progressively driven to the drop. A nostalgic synth melody plays underneath Strand’s topline until it unleashes its full might in the drop, encouraging us to stay just a little longer. Romero has been rinsing “Stay A Little Longer” in his DJ sets, like those at Ultra Japan and AMF. He previously released “Back To Where We Started” with Afrojack and “F...
Audien Unveils Nostalgic Progressive House Anthem, “Drifting Away”
There’s one flag that Audien isn’t afraid to let fly, and it’s his love of progressive house. So goes the artist’s latest, “Drifting Away” (with Joe Jury), a scene-setting anthem that captures the otherworldly magic of its title. Featuring a sprinkling of keys and lush synths, the track finds Jury’s voice floating like velvet above a celestial soundscape before it elevates into its heart-pumping drop. Altogether, “Drifting Away” is as nostalgic as it is invigorating. “That’s the magic of progressive house: it’s timeless,” Audien tells EDM.com. “And I think ‘Drifting Away’ encapsulates that. It’s a timeless classic.” Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles ItR...
Santino’s Rooftop “On Heaven” In the Underground Dance Music Destination of Playa Del Carmen
What’s better than discovering an underground dance music scene nestled among the tropical flora of Mexico? Situated along the Playa del Carmen shoreline is one of best hidden spots for underground electronic music, Santino Playa. While your mind may immediately jump to Tulum for something like this, the Santino Playa Del Carmen is a dance haven in its own right. Hosting open-air melodic house parties every Wednesday to Sunday, Santino’s “On Heaven” gathers locals and music travelers together to celebrate the vibrant local dance music culture. Its rooftop location boasts a traditional Caribbean and Latin-inspired dancefloor, hosting some of the world’s best underground progressive and deep house producers under the moonlight. Santino’s “On Heaven” features producers...
Above & Beyond Drop Hypnotic Progressive House Single, “Chains”
Iconic trance music trio Above & Beyond have returned with a new progressive house anthem, “Chains.” Premiered during the band’s Group Therapy 450 celebration at The Drumsheds London last September, “Chains” marks Above & Beyond’s third single with Marty Longstaff following 2019’s “Flying By Candlelight” and “Tightrope.” It’s also one of two original productions to appear on the group’s Anjunabeats Volume 16 compilation, alongside “Projection.” “‘Jump and the net will appear,’ a fleeting remark from a colleague of Tony’s at Warner Records, has always percolated during songwriting,” Above & Beyond said in a press statement. “With the uncertainty o...
deadmau5 Returns with Stunning Progressive House Single, “XYZ”
With the release of his latest single, one of the most influential artists in electronic music remains red hot in 2022. Just days after announcing his groundbreaking digital banking partnership with Zytara, deadmau5 has released “XYZ” via his mau5trap imprint. Clocking in at just over nine minutes, “XYZ” is progressive house heaven. Powered by unrelenting, pounding percussion, the track finds deadmau5 masterfully incorporating haunting synths to cultivate an eerie yet inviting journey across an immaculate arrangement. It draws upon the nostalgia of his older music, but feels refreshing all at once. “XYZ” is the first single to be released from mau5trap’s forthcoming compilation, we are friends XI, which currently has no release ...
Watch Little Foot Perform His “Jurassic Park” Theme Remix Live From a Lush Valley In Australia
The dinosaurs of Jurassic Park are stomping to a new rhythm. Nearly three decades after the iconic film franchise’s debut, Dave Winnel has transformed the theme into a club-ready progressive house single. Performing under his Little Foot alias, the Australian DJ and dance music producer set up shop in a lush valley deep in the land down under to perform the track live. Originally written by legendary composer John Williams, the theme’s grandiose orchestral strings aptly continue to capture the power of the larger-than-life creatures that captivate viewers to this day. With his remix, Little Foot creates a similar sense of scale with long-form builds and breakdowns that stay true to the instantly recognizable progression of the original. He creates a measured evoluti...
Spencer Brown Launches New Record Label, Releases 18-Minute Song: Listen
Spencer Brown is taking his art into his own hands. While longtime fans know him for excellent releases on record labels like Anjunadeep and mau5trap, the renowned DJ, who was named one of EDM.com‘s “Best Music Producers of 2021,” has now launched his own label diviine. By developing his own record label, Brown has afforded himself full creative freedom with each and every release. To that end, he has now launched diviine with a double-sided single called “Forbidden Flow / 18 Min Loop,” and each track speaks to his artistry as a whole. “Forbidden Flow” embraces an intoxicating, four-on-the-floor beat while a sultry vocal takes center stage. “18 Min Loop,” on the other hand, is self-explanatory, running at a length of exactly 18 min...
EDM.com Presents: The House Brew, Vol. 2
House and techno are the bedrock of electronic music. From the deep, dark trenches of barebones techno to the entrancing soundscapes of piano-laden melodic house, EDM.com’s monthly series The House Brew explores new releases from time-tested genres. Skywalk – Gorgon City Gorgon City premiered the aptly titled progressive house track “Skywalk” during their live performance for Cercle in Croatia at the breathtaking Biokovo Skywalk, a horseshoe-shaped glass platform at the edge of a cliff that’s 1228 meters above sea level. Perfectly capturing the essence of its namesake, “Skywalk” brims with lush instrumentation and blissful vocal chops. “Merovingian” – Polar Inc. Gentle keys give way to an infectious, plucking bass on “Merovingian.” Polar Inc. keeps the focus o...
EDM.com Presents: The House Brew, Vol. 1
House and techno are the bedrock of electronic music. From the deep, dark trenches of barebones techno to the entrancing soundscapes of piano-laden melodic house, EDM.com’s monthly series The House Brew explores new releases from time-tested genres. “Next To Me” – RÜFÜS DU SOL “We decided we wanted this to be a simple love song, which is rare of us to do, to create something purely sweet without juxtaposing that with the raw, dark emotions on the other side,” RÜFÜS DU SOL said about “Next To Me.” Tyrone Lindqvist’s yearning vocals welcome listeners alongside a simple, soothing piano melody. Then, a howling chorus crescendos into an infectious groove. With emotive lyrics, tender vocals, and spirited basslines, “Next To Me” is signature RÜFÜ...
Listen to Nora En Pure’s Blissful New Single “Won’t Leave Your Side”
South African-Swiss DJ Nora En Pure has teamed up London singer-songwriter Liz Cass for an enchanting melodic house tune called “Won’t Leave Your Side.” Released by way of her longtime label Enormous Tunes, the song contains all of the elements of En Pure’s signature dreamy, melodic style. Introspective piano keys, soft synths, and the soaring vocals of Cass blend beautifully in a serene progressive house arrangement. The release also comes with an extended mix that’s a little under seven minutes of pure bliss. Check out both versions of “Won’t Leave Your Side” below. Recommended Articles The dreamy song touches on the motif of wanderlust, perhaps drawing inspiration from the producer’s love for the earth. She recently partnered with the ocean con...
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