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Walker & Royce Tap VNSSA and Mindchatter for Stunning EP, “Just What the World Needs”

Esteemed house music duo Walker & Royce have released Just What the World Needs, a stunning EP. Out now via their own Rules Don’t Apply imprint, the two-tracker features Mindchatter and VNSSA. Just What the World Needs flaunts Walker & Royce’s dynamic production chops and ability to create masterful and emotive soundscapes. “Same Way Down” is a dreamy and introspective song with Mindchatter’s distinct vocals, which float atop soaring chords and a slow-burning beat. On the flip side of the coin is “Outer Space,” where VNSSA stuns in a quirky house banger with spacey synths and pumping basslines. “I always have a lot of fun working with [Walker & Royce] and I feel like our styles compliment each other well,” VNSSA said in a press...

Walker & Royce Tap VNSSA and Mindchatter for Stunning EP, “Just What the World Needs”

Esteemed house music duo Walker & Royce have released Just What the World Needs, a stunning EP. Out now via their own Rules Don’t Apply imprint, the two-tracker features Mindchatter and VNSSA. Just What the World Needs flaunts Walker & Royce’s dynamic production chops and ability to create masterful and emotive soundscapes. “Same Way Down” is a dreamy and introspective song with Mindchatter’s distinct vocals, which float atop soaring chords and a slow-burning beat. On the flip side of the coin is “Outer Space,” where VNSSA stuns in a quirky house banger with spacey synths and pumping basslines. “I always have a lot of fun working with [Walker & Royce] and I feel like our styles compliment each other well,” VNSSA said in a press...

Walker & Royce Tap VNSSA and Mindchatter for Stunning EP, “Just What the World Needs”

Esteemed house music duo Walker & Royce have released Just What the World Needs, a stunning EP. Out now via their own Rules Don’t Apply imprint, the two-tracker features Mindchatter and VNSSA. Just What the World Needs flaunts Walker & Royce’s dynamic production chops and ability to create masterful and emotive soundscapes. “Same Way Down” is a dreamy and introspective song with Mindchatter’s distinct vocals, which float atop soaring chords and a slow-burning beat. On the flip side of the coin is “Outer Space,” where VNSSA stuns in a quirky house banger with spacey synths and pumping basslines. “I always have a lot of fun working with [Walker & Royce] and I feel like our styles compliment each other well,” VNSSA said in a press...

Walker & Royce Team Up With Nala for Infectious House Single, “Not About You”

Two of house music’s hottest acts have finally linked up for a stellar collaboration. Walker & Royce and Nala have joined forces for “Not About You,” which released by way of Chris Lake’s famed Black Book Records imprint. The tune is a glorious hodgepodge of each’s signature sounds, with Walker & Royce’s tech house expertise serving as a canvas for Nala’s Riot Grrrl vocal flair. Pumping bass and twisting laser synths create an infectious groove, while the track’s unruly lyrics give it a rebellious edge. “When they tell me what to do I don’t listen,” Nala purrs with a sultry cadence. “When they tell me what to do I just do what I want and give ‘em nothing… it’s not about you.” “Not About You” arrives highly anticipated. Lake dropped it at ED...

15 Photos From Gorgon City’s Dazzling “REALM” Open Air Performance In Los Angeles

Following their wildly successful REALM Brooklyn Mirage show in New York this May, Gorgon City took over the Shrine in L.A. and put on another spectacular performance July 8th. Just like the Brooklyn Mirage show, this one traded the dark club interior for an open air experience outside of the Shrine Expo Hall. Combined with a stellar lineup of opening acts, this made “REALM” feel more like a small festival than a standard weekend concert. The stage featured towering pyrotechnic displays that lit up the night sky, jetted pillars of smoke and rhythmic lights beaming off the crowd below.  Local Los Angeles staple Matt Black and surging house music artist Nala, the latter of whom is featured on many a festival lineup this year, respectively opened the night and made the crowd ...

Splash House Taps Diplo, Duke Dumont, Walker & Royce, for June 2022 Opener

Splash House recently announced its return to Palm Springs with a newly expanded itinerary for 2022. Stretched over three long weekends this summer, the pool party-festival hybrid will once again take over a trio of resorts throughout the desert city.  The first of those weekenders will take place June 10-12 and organizers have tapped some big names in the electronic music space. Headlining the sun-kissed pool parties at the Saguaro, Renaissance and Margaritaville resorts will be Diplo, Channel Tres, Walker & Royce and a b2b set from Dombresky and Noizu, among others. Furthering the roster of high-caliber acts performing throughout the three venues will be Hayden James, Yung Bae, J. Worra, Gene Farris, Shermanology, Manila Killa b2b Chet Porter, SecondCity and Hanna...

Dirtybird CampInn Unveils Full Lineup for 2022 Festival

With just under a month left to go before the second iteration of Dirtybird CampInn, the full lineup has been revealed for the Orlando festival resort takeover. Scheduled to begin February 24th and conclude on the 27th, the Floridian event will take place at the Wyndham Orlando Resort, hosting over 45 artists from across the electronic spectrum. The first phase of the roster revealed headlining performances from Chromeo, Claude VonStroke, and Walker & Royce. Joining them will be Dirtybird co-founder Mz Worthy, Court T., Astronomar, Ardalan, Justin Jay, Steve Darko, and Paul Woolford. Other noteworthy artists in the lineup include Black V Neck, Loco Dice, Wyatt Marshall, Bruno Furlan, Nala, Luke Andy, Lubelski, Escapade, Kevin Knapp, and Barclay Crenshaw. Guests attending the ...

Dirtybird CampInn 2022 Phase One Lineup Includes Claude VonStroke, Walker & Royce, More

The team at Dirtybird have announced the first phase of artists set to perform at the second iteration of their east coast event, Dirtybird CampInn. A spinoff of their west coast flagship fest, Dirtybird Campout, the CampInn will take over the Wyndham Orlando Resort February 25-27, 2022. Dirtybird Set to perform at the Floridian affair is Dirtybird co-founder Claude VonStroke, alongside a DJ set by Chromeo. Other notable acts revealed to take over the three stages across the hotel include label favorites Walker & Royce, drum & bass master Dillinja, and hip-hop producer DJ Premier. Additional artists scheduled to perform include Skream, Ivy Lab, Maya Jane Coles, Heather and Collete, East Everything, and bass music maven Eprom. Over 40 more artists will be announced to join the ...

Renowned House Music Duo Walker & Royce Launch Record Label, Rules Don’t Apply

After over a decade conquering the underground dance music scene, house music duo Walker & Royce have officially launched their own label, Rules Don’t Apply. Those three simple words have defined Walker & Royce’s career, and have empowered them to build a robust discography chock full of club anthems. Serving as the inaugural record on Rules Don’t Apply is Dances With White Girls’ new single “Skinny Dipping,” which was co-produced by Walker & Royce. A celebrated vocalist in the house music genre, Dances With White Girls has collaborated on colossal records with the likes of Chris Lake (“Operator”) and Wax Motif (“Bunda”), among others, and has worked with Pitbull and Tame Impala. Recommended Articles Since meeting in the New York City dance m...

EDM.com Playlist Picks: Armin van Buuren, SOFI TUKKER and The Glitch Mob [9/3/21]

The electronic music community is constantly evolving with new sounds every week, as artists become more innovative with their compositions. EDM.com’s weekly “Playlist Picks” series highlights the top releases in the genre, helping uncover the latest tracks that will soon dominate the dance music scene. EDM.com Top Hits Jonson’s Play – Armin van Buuren & Sander van Doorn Love Tonight (Robin Schulz Remix) – Shouse Free Woman (Rina Sawayama  & Clarence ClaritRemix) – Lady Gaga Festival Hits 2021 Dimensions – JLV Time Capsule – AXMO & STVW Recommended Articles Take My Hand (Walker & Royce Remix) – LP Giobbi Electronic Avenue Wasted Love – Matt Nash Shadows (Xavi Remix) – Seven Lions & Wooli Know &...

TOKiMONSTA, Mr. Carmack, More to Perform at Dirtybird CampINN 2021: See the Full Lineup

As the national COVID-19 vaccination rollout continues, many music festivals have announced their joyous returns after a year of unprecedented cancellations. One such event is the three-day Dirtybird CampINN, which has announced a stacked lineup for its grand debut in Orlando from May 14th to 17th. True to form, Dirtybird has recruited the finest in house music and beyond for the Orlando fest, which will operate at a reduced capacity in the name of public safety. Scheduled to perform are TOKiMONSTA, Mr. Carmack, Walker & Royce, Shiba San, VNSSA, Soul Clap and, of course, beloved Dirtybird co-founders Claude VonStroke and Worthy, among many others. CampINN’s Bird Bath stage will feature a flock of house music pioneers, including legendary Chicago producers Derr...

A-Trak, TOKiMONSTA, More to Perform at “Rave the Vote” Livestream Events to Encourage Voter Registration

With November’s general election right around the corner, livestreaming platform Lost Resort TV has announced the debut of Rave The Vote, a digital multi-episode voter registration and fundraising event. Music fans can into Twitch on July 24th, August 14th, September 11th, and October 2nd for twelve hours worth of content from some of the most renowned figures in electronic music as well as educational segments and conversations with community leaders, industry professionals, and artists.  The mission behind Rave the Vote is to get members of the EDM community to focus their efforts and attention towards the pillars of change and unity by encouraging them to register to vote. To do so, they’ve enlisted a lineup curated to represent our nation’s diverse and ...