EDM.com proudly publishes four installments of annual year-end coverage: Industry Leaders, Performances, Music Producers, and Songs. DJing and music production are different. But the difference between the two is like a wallflower—it hides in plain sight, and it is vastly misunderstood. To publish a “Top DJ” list would be to undermine the originality, ingenuity, and dauntless imagination of the artists who dedicate their lives to music creation. To honor their fearless creativity and profound dedication to their craft, we’ve recognized 10 of the best electronic music producers of 2021. Laxcity From the feel-good future bass of his Disconnect EP to the textured synths on “melodies from heaven,” Laxcity took over 2021 with his wistfully dreamy takes on the electro...
After weeks of teasing his debut album, including the release of singles “HOLD ON ME” and “SENSITIVE,” Tisoki has finally unveiled 01953 via Monstercat. In his latest endeavor, Tisoki has taken a more introspective approach that was inspired by his time in quarantine. Instead of writing earth-shattering, festival-ready tunes, he’s created a thoughtful story that gives fans a taste of his upbringing in Wymondham, UK. Tisoki’s diverse skill set is on full display throughout 01953. He expertly shifts between moodier, melancholic tracks to hard-hitting bangers, subverting expectations over and over again. His UK roots shine bright on the 10-track LP, as elements of old-school dubstep, grime, and garage are infused within various tracks ...
Tisoki is making himself heard as live music makes its return around the globe. Last month, he delivered “SENSITIVE” alongside Charity Vance, a collaboration that served as the first single from his forthcoming album 01953. Today he’s returned by way of Monstercat for “Hold On Me,” the second track from his debut LP. Although “Hold On Me” adopts a wildly different feel than “SENSITIVE,” the UK producer has retained his refined, wobbly sound. The tune pays homage to the old-school dubstep Tisoki grew up listening to. He fearlessly embraces rumbling low ends and enthralling vocal samples, summoning nostalgia while simultaneously introducing modern elements. As of now, Tisoki has yet to announce a relea...
The last we heard from Tisoki was in March, when he and Grabbitz joined forces on their rumbling collaboration “Rolls Royce.” Today the renowned UK producer has returned to Monstercat with a new single alongside Charity Vance as well as an announcement regarding his debut album. Tisoki has shown off his production versatility time and time again, and “SENSITIVE” is yet another excellent example. This time around he strays from his heavier sound, implementing an approach in a similar vein to his single “IT’S OK” with Kozze. He and Vance are the perfect pairing here as a fusion of melancholicguitar riffs, warm synths, and feathery vocals lend to a bubbly atmosphere. Check out “SENSITIVE” below. “The qu...
In December, Borgore and Tima Dee released their single “Sad B*tch” on Buygore, a charming, yet lyrically melancholic trap anthem fused with bone-shattering dubstep. The song was accompanied by an official music video directed by Eden Shohat, with Dee acting as Borgore as she navigates surface level happiness. In only one month, “Sad B*tch” had amassed over one million streams and counting. Two months later, four official remixes have entered our release radar via Buygore. Rounding out the package are Tisoki, Ivory, Aweminus, and original artist, Tima Dee. “As an artist, I always try to think how would my song sound if another producer made it,” Borgore shared with EDM.com. “Having my favorite producers remix ‘Sad B*tchR...
Feeling generous light of the holiday season, bass music star Tisoki decided to drop a slate of unreleased music on a whim. The offering contained several remixes and festival secret weapons that the producer has been keeping close to chest, one of which fans have been hounding him about for years. The new bevy of music contains a melodic future bass remix of Billie Eilish‘s “Lovely” and a distortion-heavy dubstep remix of NVADRZ‘ “Maribor Death Valley,” both of which were released as shorter works in progress. Nonetheless, what we heard left us wanting more. The biggest gem of the bunch is Tisoki’s flip of Rick Ross and Skrillex‘s “Purple Lamborghini,” a track that has eluded his most devoted fans f...
ILLENIUM has released a remix package for his third album, ASCEND. The ASCEND remix album is a perfect blend of genres. Artists such as Drezo, Breathe Carolina, and Snakehips have reworked fan favorites into house heaters while the likes of WHIPPED CREAM, Blunts & Blondes, and Tisoki have given some tracks a healthy dose of bass. SLANDER, William Black, and ARMNHMR were amongst those who stuck with the floatier, future bass side of things. The package also contains a handful of previously released remixes, including Tiësto and Travis Barker‘s remixes of “Good Things Fall Apart (with Jon Bellion)” and Alan Walker‘s remix of “In Your Arms (with X Ambassadors).” Undoubtedly, ILLENIUM has selected a star-studded cast to remix his best works yet...