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ZHU is Returning to Red Rocks in Spring 2021 for Twin “DREAMROCKS” Shows
ZHU is officially set to make his grand return to Colorado’s iconic Red Rocks Amphitheatre. The Grammy-nominated electronic music artist has announced a two-night Red Rocks run on May 3rd and 4th called DREAMROCKS. He will perform music from his new Dreamland 2021 album, which is scheduled to drop on August 30th, days before he touches down in Colorado. The news arrives just one day after the announcement that Red Rocks will host concerts this summer at a reduced capacity of 2,500, citing the impact of COVID-19. The open air venue received approval from the state of Colorado to reopen for its 80th anniversary summer season and promised more announcements to come in the near future. ZHU will return to Colorado’s Red Rocks Amphitheatre for a two-night “DREAM...
ZHU Shares New Single With Yuna, Confirms Release Date of New “Dreamland 2021” Album
Earlier this month, a simple tweet from the enigmatic ZHU sent fans into a tizzy. A succinct, two-word caption about his next album opened up the floodgates and he began revealing more details, like a cryptic update to his website that seemingly revealed its release date. After much anticipation, we now officially have a name and release date for his third studio album. Dreamland 2021 will arrive via Astralwerks on April 30th. To kick things off, ZHU has dropped his new single “Sky Is Crying” featuring the celebrated Malaysian singer-songwriter Yuna. The deep house track showcases ZHU’s signature haunting flair, with brooding synths and a slow-burning groove. Yuna’s angelic tone pairs perfectly with the producer’s unmistakable vocals. Alo...
SPIN Daybreaker: 17 Songs That Will Boost Your Mood
It’s the first lovely Friday of spring and what better way to celebrate the coming of better weather and fun times than driving down the coast or starting an isolated dance party on the beach? Lucky for you, Daybreaker has curated some of the grooviest songs you can crank the stereo up to whilst on your weekend escapade. This week’s playlist brings some infectious bops rotating through the pop, dance, soul, psych-pop, and R&B spaces. It’s a complete mix that’ll satisfy every musical craving. Per usual, standouts this week include three incredible rising artists that are making a lasting impression within the industry. First up is seven-piece band, VC Pines who bring a lively alternative-soul sound accompanied with Jack Mercer’s deeply lush vocals on “Smoke Without Fire.” Next is gritty...
ZHU’s Cryptic Website Update Could Point to Release Date of New Album
Just one week after revealing the news that his next album is complete, ZHU has teased fans with its potential release date via a cryptic update to his website. ZHU recently added an item to his ZHU Merch platform called “LP3,” a direct reference to his forthcoming third studio album. The price, $430.21, is rumored to mirror a date of April 30th, 2021, which would reveal the release date of his third studio album. ZHU has notably refrained from announcing a title for the upcoming album, which will be the Grammy-nominated artist’s third following 2016’s seminal breakthrough debut Generationwhy and 2018’s haunting Ringo’s Desert. Check out a screenshot below. Screenshot of ZHU’s merchandise website, which is rumored to ...
ZHU Reveals His Next Album is Complete
Fans of the ever-mysterious ZHU were ecstatic to learn that he has finished working on his next album. The yet-to-be-titled LP will be ZHU’s third following 2018’s Ringo’s Desert and 2016’s seminal breakthrough debut Generationwhy. In true enigmatic fashion, he published a very short yet informative tweet announcing the completion of his album. Unfortunately for those looking to learn more about what’s on the way, no other details were revealed. In-between working on his new album, ZHU has provided fans with a number of ways to stay entertained before it drops. Last month, he launched his own Pandora playlist, “Club Culture.” A month before that, fans were excited to see his tracks “I Admit It” with 24kGoldn and “Desire”...
ZHU Releases New Pandora Playlist Sharing His Favorite Club Hits
The ever-elusive ZHU dropped a new Pandora playlist this week, taking fans on a trip across his favorite club hits. Titled “Club Culture: ZHU,” the curated selections span decades and include tracks from Justice, Eats Everything, FISHER, and many more. ZHU kicks things off with a brief visualization exercise. “I want you to close your eyes and imagine yourself in a foreign country,” he says. “The bass is booming and the dance floor is packed.” The brief introduction sets the stage perfectly for the slew of energizing club hits to follow starting with the tried and true Prince classic “I Wanna Be Your Lover.” Further along in the sonic journey, ZHU reminds fans of his more recent work including the enveloping waves of bass in “Risky Busi...
Love at First Sight: The Top 10 EDM Artist Logos
When it comes to launching a successful music career, banging tunes aren’t the only factor when it comes to success. Instead, especially in the digital age, music often must come alongside a strong visual brand built around an eye-catching and memorable logo. This rule is especially relevant in the world of electronic music, as bold, captivating visuals and signature artwork are must-haves for any producer with a live show. Logos are emblazoned on merch, splashed across fan art and featured on album covers—and, if all goes well, permanently displayed on fans’ bodies as a tattoo. Have you ever connected with another audience member at an event over your mutual love for an artist? We’ll bet it was because one or both of you were sporting their logo. In shor...
EDM.com’s Best of 2020: Performances
This year, the team at EDM.com is proud to publish four installments of “Best of 2020” coverage: Industry Leaders, Performances, Music Producers, and Songs. With no venues to perform at in 2020, it seemed at times as if artists simply blindfolded their eyes, threw a dart at a map, and travelled to places to perform—locations that are usually pipe dreams. However, due to the dogged fury of COVID-19 and the surge of streaming, these pie-in-the-sky destinations became the new norm for DJs who wanted to connect with fans in the absence of tours. To honor their creativity and seminal influences on the live music industry, we’ve recognized ten of the year’s best performances in dance music. RÜFÜS DU SOL Live from Joshua Tree Filmed in late 2019 and released in ...
NGHTMRE Drops Massive Remix of ZHU’s “I Admit It” With 24kGoldn
NGHTMRE is known for throwing fans into a frenzy with his productions, so of course when he stepped up to the plate to take on ZHU‘s latest single “I Admit It,” featuring 24kGoldn, he made sure to deliver. The remix hits across all cylinders, delicately balancing his signature powerful bass with intricate synth work. NGHTMRE takes the listener on a journey, never letting you get too comfortable by throwing in sonic curveballs around every corner. There’s a little something in there for the heavy bass fanatics and for those who prefer to keep things more mellow. “ZHU is one of my personal favorite artists and it’s always dope working with him. He has an amazing vision for what he wants and always makes it happen,” NGHTMRE shared in a press releas...
Charlotte de Witte Drops Techno Rework of Bob Moses and ZHU’s “Desire”
Back in July, Bob Moses teamed up with ZHU for the release of their dark, minimal track “Desire.” This atmosphere was expanded over the weekend when Charlotte de Witte added some of her haunting techno flair to the tune. de Witte’s pounding drums are instantly recognizable and while she certainly raises the tempo from the original, she does well to maintain its eerie tone. In addition to cranking up the drums, the synths from the trio are emphasized in her remix with the addition of an acid-infused, wobbly bassline. Check out the new remix below. de Witte’s “Desire” remix is packaged with an animated music video. Fans might remember the original track’s visual accompaniment, which features red and blue characters falling through a futuri...
ZHU Announced as Headliner of Socially Distanced Colorado NYE Concert
After a year that has had as much positivity as a school-bus fire, superstar electronic music producer ZHU is set to tie a bow on 2020 with a momentous live performance in Colorado. ZHU will do his best to salvage 2020 with a must-see New Year’s Eve show at Pikes Peak International Raceway in Fountain, Colorado. The event, planned by Amplitude Presents and TheHundred Presents, will consist of two socially distanced concerts on back-to-back nights. At the time of the promoters’ announcement, only ZHU has been announced as a performer, but they have teased that they will be announcing more artists soon. Reset NYE is scheduled to go down December 30th and 31st and tickets will go on sale this Friday, December 4th. Check out the announcement below. FOLLOW ZHU: Facebook: f...
Watch ZHU’s Sultry Blacklizt DJ Set and Fashion Runway Show
Warehouse rave vibes meets high fashion in ZHU’s latest stream. The enigmatic ZHU recently revived his Blacklizt alias for a riveting livestreamed DJ set, which moonlighted as a showcase of his fashion line. Imagine a warehouse rave in which ZHU’s dark, sultry deep house flair soundtracks a glitzy runway show. His beguiling Blacklizt sound was on full display, dropping a hypnotic blend of house, downtempo, and electronica music. Fashion has also always played a major role in the brand of the Grammy Award-nominated producer, who recently flaunted his new merch in the music video for his latest single “I Admit It,” which features Platinum-certified rapper and singer 24kGldn. You can watch the full show below and check out ZHU’s merch her...
