Premiere: Nikki Nair ‘Justtryingto’

Nikki Nair returns to Scuffed Recordings next month with the ‘Trying To’ EP. Nair, who featured in our recent Emerging Artists feature and who co-runs Knoxville, Tennessee party TEKNOX alongside Alex Falk, marks his second solo release on the UK label with three versatile cuts of razor-sharp rhythm spanning tough, …

DJ SS Teams Up With Fabric8 and Azpect for Two Stunning Remixes of Bachelors of Science Single, "Love Is Found"

San Francisco production and DJ outfit Bachelors of Science have been a staple in the stateside drum & bass scene for over a decade. Their CODE Recordings imprint, established in 2012, has been home to incredible tracks from the likes of Sobo, Winslow, Conduct, and of course the trio themselves.  However, Bachelors …

Marshmello Featured on Deluxe Edition of the Kid LAROI’s Debut Mixtape "F*ck Love"

Seventeen-year-old hip-hop star the Kid LAROI has recruited the help of Marshmello for the deluxe re-release of his debut mixtape, F*CK LOVE (SAVAGE). On "FEEL SOMETHING," the duo weave downtempo production with heartbreaking lyrics to paint an introspective tale of love and love lost. As with many of his hip-hop collaborations, the masked EDM …

deadmau5 Releases Halloween Mix on mau5trap Radio

Just in time to soundtrack our socially distanced celebrations is deadmau5, who has dropped a special Halloween mix. The hourlong collection comes via the 110th episode of his signature "mau5trap radio" program. For this year's fright, he featured a long list of mau5trap classics both new and old. Considering the staggering amount …

Saltee Impresses on Subciety Presents With Drum & Bass Single "Among the Accursed"

Earlier this month, Subciety Presents unveiled the tenth volume of its The Subscription compilation series. The eight-track compilation features stellar drum & bass talent such as Lousy Anna, Stoic, Yung Abner, and more. One of the release's standouts is Denver-based Saltee's dark and driving single, "Among the Accursed." Drawing its influence and …

Getter Announces "NAPALM" EP Out on Friday

Fans of Getter should dust off their neck braces before Friday. In an early Halloween treat, the bass music heavy-hitter has announced that his new NAPALM EP is officially releasing in two days on Friday, October 30th. Getter recently dropped the curtain on a brand new single called "BAD ACID," which is …

Getter Returns With Mind-Bending Trap Track "BAD ACID"

Getter is back in full force. The prolific hip-hop and bass music producer unveiled a new single today called "BAD ACID," which has the ability to plunge its listeners into audial rabbit holes with wonky, experimental sound design. It's a mind-bending trap bomb that should get his fans excited for what …

Watch Duck Sauce’s Quirky CGI "Mesmerize" Music Video

There's quite a lot to unpack in Duck Sauce's "cameo filled" music video for the group's newly released single, "Mesmerize."  The "Barbara Streisand" producers have made 2020 their comeback year, releasing what is now their fifth single of the year. Previously, the group had not released music since 2014. The …

Listen to Rusko’s "Sauce" EP, First Release of 2020

The long wait is over for new music from Rusko. Since dropping his Genghis Danger EP in 2019, the iconic dubstep trailblazer has been relatively silent. That changed today with Rusko's Sauce EP, his debut on the Wakaan imprint. Sauce is Rusko through and through. The old school flavor that the producer …

KUČKA Stuns on Latest Genre-Bending Track, "Ascension"

Experimental pop-electronica artist KUČKA has hit a sweet spot with her latest single, "Ascension." Out today via LuckyMe, the track is a seamless blend of electronic synths, driving percussion rhythms, and silky vocals. The track tells its story through both its melodic progression and its companion music video, taking us through …

Eric Prydz Announces Release Date for Fabled "Nopus" ID

It's an announcement that's been years in the making. Eric Prydz's "Nopus"—an unreleased track that has won over the hearts of fans—finally has an official release date. To the delight of fans, Prydz adopted "Nopus" as the song's official title. Originally, it was a nickname fans colloquially used to refer …

Gorillaz Release Latest Single From "Song Machine" Project Featuring Elton John and 6LACK

Back in January, Gorillaz announced their extensive "Song Machine" project, which features a series of collaborative singles dubbed "episodes." Last month, they revealed the tracklist, which boasts a slew high-profile features such as Beck, ScHoolboy Q, and many more. With their latest release, they've enlisted the legendary Elton John as well as hip-hop artist 6LACK for …

Premiere: Yazz Ahmed 'Ruby Bridges (DJ Plead Remix)'

Yazz Ahmed will release a new remix EP next month. British-Bahraini trumpeter and composer, Yazz Ahmed, released her six-track album ‘Polyhymnia’ last October, filled with bright compositions that celebrate “female courage, determination and creativity”. After sharing an exclusive EP alongside her partner, fellow musician Noel Langley, in May, as well …

Premiere: aircode ‘Eyebags’

aircode will release a new EP, ‘Effortless’, this week on Alien Jams. The London-based Swedish producer’s new five-track release was written over the course of a year of intense sleep deprivation, and “reflects a period of disorientation, social claustrophobia, and the unbridled feeling of a loss of focus”. Disjointed electronic …

ShyGhy Drops Haunting Single "Feel Good" on Smash Deep

ShyGhy has arrived with his latest stunner on Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike's Smash The House imprint, the tantalizing deep house number "Feel Good." "Feel Good" arrives by way of the label's Smash Deep banner, which releases electronic music more on the melodic side of things in contrast to DMLV's high-energy electro house …

Premiere: Sam Binga & Hyroglifics ‘Wicked (feat. Riko Dan)’

Sam Binga and Hyroglifics return to Critical Music this month with a collaborative EP, ‘Wicked & Bad’. Set for release this Friday 25th September, the four-track EP finds the duo (both core members of the Critical Music family), fusing high-octane d&b with wonky half-time and glitchy electro. The EP’s sizzling …

Mr. Fitz Drops Wonky House Tune "Rock’N’Rolla"

House music aficionados rejoice with the debut of the newly established BLVCK MVGIC imprint, a true-to-its-roots house music label. Head honcho Mr. Fitz is leading the charge with the label's inaugural release, "Rock'N'Rolla." "Rock'N'Rolla" is a massive tech house bomb with a chugging bass line that keeps the needle moving from …

Durante Puts a Deep Spin on Cassian’s "Open Up"

Three years ago, Italian producer and DJ Durante got the chance to meet Gammy Award-nominated musician Cassian while opening for him at Sound Nightclub in Los Angeles. Since then, the two have formed a strong friendship and put forth collaborative works, including a remix of RÜFÜS DU SOL's "Eyes." Now, Cassian has enlisted the help …

Kayzo Enlists REAPER and Qoiet for Fiery Single "Wait"

Earlier this month, Kayzo released “Say It,” the first single from his forthcoming EP, The Year the World Stood Still. Fast-forward a couple of weeks, and the prolific producer is back with the second single to preview the project, which is due out later this fall. Kayzo and REAPER have known …

Listen to the Marshmello-Produced "half alive" from blackbear’s New Album

Los Angeles-based rapper blackbear's long-awaited fifth album everything means nothing finally dropped this week, and his latest full-length record features a contribution from dance music heavyweight Marshmello.  The masked artist produced the song "half alive," which, upon first listen, is an immediate standout on the album carried by the spunk of punchy …

Premiere: Son Zept ‘Windowatching’

Belfast’s Son Zept will release a new mini-album, ‘B’, via Resist-AV on 28th August.  Marking his second release of the year, the producer and live artist continues his pursuits in dismantling electronic styles, and rearranging the fragments into something fierce, vibrant and his own.  As with January’s ‘A’, similarities to …

Premiere: HØST ‘Survive (Om Unit Remix)’

HØST is up next on NAINA and Sherelle’s Hooversound.  The emerging UK producer’s EP marks the much-hyped label’s third outing, following incendiary EPs from Hyroglifics & Sinistarr and Deft, and will drop on 21st August. With two original cuts from HØST, and a remix from Cosmic Bridge boss Om Unit, …

Premiere: SMYTH 'Redefined'

SMYTH will release a new EP later this week. Newcastle-based DJ and producer SMYTH has previously released music on Jamie Jones’ Hot Creations and contributed to a We Are The Brave compilation. Now, returning to the latter for his solo debut, SMYTH presents a new EP, ‘Divine Intervention’. Joining the …

The Knocks and MUNA Turn Back Time with "Bodies"

Now entering the sixth month of the COVID-19 lockdown, it's becoming increasingly difficult to remember life before sheltering at home. A new song by electronic duo The Knocks and pop trio MUNA, titled "Bodies," may be the escape you need.  Co-written by each group, "Bodies" was inspired by "nostalgia for the early-mid …

Premiere: Das Spezial 'Kalopsia'

Das Spezial will release a new EP later this week. The elusive hardware specialist, who first emerged onto the scene in 2019, fuses heavy techno, industrial and EBM, counting the likes of Maceo Plex, Laurent Garnier and Ewan Pearson as his supporters. Landing as the sixth EP on the producer’s …

Biscits Releases Irresistible New Single "From The Start"

Biscits has returns to his familiar home of Solotoko and Insomniac Records to drop an enticing new house single, "From The Start." Biscits sought to put a modern twist on MSTRKRFT and John Legend's piano-driven collaboration "Heartbreaker," which is now more than a decade old. Biscits builds "From The Start" slow as …

Premiere: Umwelt 'Starless Night'

Umwelt will feature on Helena Hauff’s forthcoming mix for Berlin label Tresor’s Kern series. The series, which has featured the likes of DJ Deep, DJ Stingray and Objekt, welcomes Helena Hauff for ‘Kern Vol. 5’: a 31-track mix of hard techno and warped electro, with nods to hardcore, and the …

BREAKING : Electric Forest Alternative Dates Denied By Rothbury Council

It is an unfortunate night for Electric Forest future attendees. It has just been announced on social media that the request for a change date for the festival has been denied by the Rothbury Valley Council. This makes the event’s 10th-year edition unlikely to take place this year. This evening, the Rothbury …

Shallou Releases Debut Album "Magical Thinking" [Album Review]

Talented music maker, Shallou, has his new debut album Magical Thinking on Island Records. His new masterpiece contains some his recent singles such as “Forget, “Fading,” “Older,” and “Mutual Love.” In addition, it features talented artists such as Ashe, Daya, The Knocks, Zachary Knowles, Vancouver Sleep Clinic, and Erika Sirola. Shallou is …

Afrojack Takes Us "All Night" On New House Track Featuring Ally Brooke

Following the news his return to Spinnin’ Records, acclaimed Grammy-winning DJ/producer now ficially presents his much anticipated new single ‘All Night’. Featuring multi-platinum pop singer Ally Brooke it’s resulted in a powerful blend dance energy and pop driven hooks – out now on WALL Recordings. After already featuring on a …

Yves V & Ilkay Sencan share music video for hit record 'Not So Bad'

After the immense success ‘We Got That Cool’ with Afrojack and featuring Icona Pop, Top 100 DJ and Tomorrowland mainstage resident Yves V recently returned with Ilkay Sencan on the supercharged ‘Not So Bad’ (feat. Emie) to blow away the winter cobwebs. Touting an Eminem-sampling classic for a forward-facing take, …

Tom Ferry & Lodato release new single “Own The Night” featuring PollyAnna

Tom Ferry & Lodato link up with the help PollyAnna to bring you upbeat anthem “Own The Night” out now on Enhanced Music. A transatlantic collaboration sees Liverpudlian producer Tom Ferry join forces with New York-based producer Lodato for a supercharged banger to usher in the New Year. Tom Ferry …

Burning Man 2020 Temple Revealed

Burning Man recently announced its 2020 theme: “The Multiverse.” Now, organizers have revealed the new temple design: Empyrean. Once a year, Black Rock City comes alive through art and installments such as these. And every year, the temple takes on new form and importance to the community — a centerpiece so to …

Coachella Releasing 20-Year Anniversary Documentary

Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival‘s 20th anniversary went down over two weekends last year — but soon we can relive it all over again! A new documentary titled Coachella: 20 Years in the Desert is coming to YouTube Originals on March 31, ahead the festival’s 21st installment. Produced and directed by Chris Perkel, …