After a brief hiatus in 2020, New York DJ and producer Chris Padin has returned with his first original track of 2021, "Losing My Mind." Having achieved success from garnering over half a million streams from his first few releases, including "Hold Me Closer" (with Alexandra Fresquez) and "Alpha," Padin was determined …
With her forthcoming album, Lights is bringing her artistic vision full circle. Announcing her new album PEP, the Canadian pop star explained that the record is the most complete representation of her personal and professional evolution. Lights digs in with intensity on her new single, "Salt and Vinegar." She sings from within …
SOFI TUKKER is kicking off the new year in a big way, announcing a brand new album alongside the reveal of its first single, "Original Sin." "Original Sin" brings in the summertime vibes early, as the Grammy-nominated dance music tandem have embraced the sultry feel fans have grown accustomed to. …
Miami-based producer GT_Ofice has returned with his first track of 2022, teaming up with multi-Platinum singer-songwriter VASSY to deliver an anthemic tune with a powerful message. Out via CAINE Records, "TUFF" instills the importance to persevere in times of strife. "I think ‘TUFF’ speaks volumes for many people, especially a …
As a triple threat singer, music producer, and songwriter, it was only a matter of time until Brando dropped a record like this. Perhaps best known for his transcendent work on Loud Luxury's global hit "Body," Brando has been busy embarking on a solo career—and rising to the occasion as one of …
When it comes to producing huge, symphonic bass tracks, both GRiZ and Clozee are second to none. So it was only a matter of time until a collaboration of this magnitude took place. Today, the Denver-based artists have released their new single "Color Of Your Soul," arriving on Clozee's Odyzey Music banner. …
The revival of Kavinsky continues with the follow-up to his most iconic song. In 2010, the French producer released "Nightcall" with CSS' Lovefoxxx. The single, which was featured in the cult classic film Drive, went on to inspire tons of music and visual art en route to becoming a synthwave classic. Now, 12 years …
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 Say Nothing …
Flume has revealed the title of his long-awaited third studio album, Palaces. Alongside the announcement comes the release of a cinematic music video for the record's lead single "Say Nothing," a haunting electronic track featuring vocals from Australian compatriot MAY-A. The release date of Palaces, Flume's first album since 2016's …
Singer-songwriter Mayia presents her latest single “Losing It On You” which is a seemingly sweet and simple song but is truly deep and sophisticated. Mayia boldly claims her feelings as she sings “Take away my ego and all I want is to be the one for you”. The beautiful rock …
Breakbeat Kaos, one of the industry's most beloved record labels for drum & bass music, has relaunched at the direction of DJ Fresh. In the early 2010s, Fresh achieved world recognition for hit tracks like "Gold Dust" and then—alongside Rita Ora—became the world's first artist to top the U.K. charts …
In the spirit of PinkPantheress' to hell with it remix EP, Flume throws caution to the wind, trying his hand once again at drum & bass music. Perhaps after seeing the reception of 2020's single "The Difference" (with Toro y Moi), Flume was inspired to dig deeper into his affinity for …
Since blowing up in meteoric fashion with the groundbreaking "Sleepwalker" in 2017, AWAY has continued to be deliberate and calculating in his approach when it comes to releasing music. Never one to adopt the approach of quantity over quality, he has shown an unwavering commitment to his brand of harrowing …
Shh—she's not your ordinary librarian. Equal parts artist and entrepreneur, The Librarian is best known for her innovative DJ sets as well as her cultural influence as the co-founder and music programmer of the beloved boutique music festival, Bass Coast. After a quiet 2021, The Librarian has refocused, preparing for …
After months of teasing fans with high-powered singles, Black Tiger Sex Machine have finally released their hotly anticipated third full-length album, Once Upon A Time In Cyberworld. Once Upon A Time In Cyberworld takes Black Tiger Sex Machine's rumbling sound to new heights. Each of the album's 12 tracks takes listeners on …
In a crowded bass music space, MeSo is looking to create a niche for himself as well as his endless list of talented friends. The Chicago-based producer has launched his new imprint, JIYU, alongside a compilation filled to the brim with forward-thinking bass music. Liberate Vol. 1 contains a handful of …
Pounding percussion ringing with urgency. Powerful vocal flows pumping with passion. Wailing rave sirens and howling synths. This is "HOLD UP," an anthem by WHIPPED CREAM, Big Freedia, Moore Kismet and UNIIQU3 that embodies "boss ass bitch" energy like a dream. Released January 28th on Thrive Music and marking WHIPPED CREAM's debut on …
A dream collab between Zedd and Disclosure has hit streaming platforms. It's rare for artists of this caliber to collaborate on new music. And they've met the moment with "You’ve Got To Let Go If You Want To Be Free," a bubbly dance anthem that moonlights as a morsel of sage advice. …
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 You've Got …
Thanks to an extended—and deeply contemplative—hiatus from the industry, it's clear that Tommy Trash has reawakened his creative spirit. The renowned DJ’s new single "Jaguwawa," a breezy deep house bop featuring his own voice, is a testament to that renewed sense of self. Trash wrote track, he said, after an all-night …
Two weeks ago, The Chainsmokers took to Instagram to share five simple words that lit a fuse in the music industry: "SORRY, THE CHAINSMOKERS ARE BACK." It remains to be seen whether that fuse lights a stick of dynamite or the typical groans from petulant haters. But it won't be long, …
“When I read the script for the video clip, I knew [director] Emilie Badenhorst was onto something really special,” Dom Dolla said of his new music video. This "special" project, the audiovisual for his 2021 single, "Strangers" (with Mansionair), is now live. And Dolla wasn't lying. Shot in Cape Town, South Africa, …
Worthy is now Mz Worthy, and she's here with an empowering track called "Love & Give" on Dirtybird. "'Love & Give' is a message that I wanted to give to the world," Mz Worthy said in a press release to EDM.com. "That we all need to Love ourselves and to …
Not many electronic artists can say they've contributed vocals and music production to projects like Captain Marvel, Wonder Woman, American Horror Story and Batwoman. Even fewer can say they've written the music for an entire television series. But for Tori Letzler, also known as TINYKVT, it's just another day in …
Ovum Recordings boss Josh Wink will make his solo debut on Radio Slave’s Rekids label this week. Serving up two high-energy cuts of funk-laced, Detroit-indebted techno, the ‘Higher State of Consciousness’ producer kicks of 2022 with a bang. Below, you can hear the aptly titled ‘May Minimal’, which finds Wink …
New York-based DJ, producer and vocalist Kim Anh will launch her new label, CAN U NOT TALK, this week with the release of her ‘After Dark’ EP. With four original cuts and a remix from Alinka, the debut release on CAN U NOT TALK takes in elements of deep house, …
borderlandstate and the best kisser in l.a will release a new collaborative EP, ‘direct message’, via dBridge’s Exit Records this week. Following their previous collab for the label, 2020’s ‘Hello Mainframe’ EP, the pair’s latest is a four-track eruption of jolting, unpredictable club gear. From the broken techno zaps of …
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 In The …
Dr. Fresch has returned to to his very own House Call Records for his latest single “Ghost.” Featuring the bold vocal stylings of Vancouver DJ, producer and rapper Nostalgix, the midtempo track is dark and gritty. With sinister synths and powerful brass shots, the beat builds anticipation and suspense before it …
Lane 8's brand new album is an introspective search for a more hopeful tomorrow. In the lead-up to the "Run" producer's first album since 2020, he previewed a kaleidoscopic offering of singles. While tracks like "Automatic" (with Solomon Grey) and "What Have You Done To Me?" (with Arctic Lake) showcased …
NGHTMRE has proven himself to be a master of combining heavy and blissful sounds time and time again, and his latest EP, UNSOUND, is a true testament to his versatility. Comprising four songs, UNSOUND showcases NGHTMRE’s collaborative power by way of a handful of joint tracks, which range from dubstep …
Netflix and Casablanca Records have joined forces to provide fans of Squid Game with a package of music inspired by the dystopian hit series. While we've received numerous unofficial remixes and bootlegs, the EP, entitled Squid Game (Let's Play), features four official songs. Alok's cut is an amalgamation of two …
Back for yet another impressive release on Monstercat, ARMNHMR have tapped RUNN this time around for a new single called "Falling Apart." Addressing the loneliness of life on the road, "Falling Apart" is an anthem that'll quickly become a staple in ARMNHMR's sets. Embracing the warm sound we've come to …
Coming off his biggest year to date in 2021, Blanke is looking to do the same right out of the gate in 2022. He's now tapped Donna Tella for "Stuck On You," out now on Ophelia Records. Long known for his versatility as a music producer, Blanke lets that versatility shine once again …
Sorana and David Guetta have put a haunting new twist on a classic heartbreak anthem with their new single, "redruM." Marking Sorana's debut on Atlantic Records, the synthwave-inspired track is "an ironic POV on how dramatically people react" to breakups, she said. It was from the perspective of the heartbreaker's next love, …
:3LON has launched a label, PLUR.net, with a new single, ‘Quantum Leaping’, or ‘QL’. You can hear Mobilegirl’s remix of the track below. The Baltimore-based producer, singer and songwriter dropped the original mix on 14th January; their tender vocal delivery is underpinned by nostalgic breaks and rich electronic flourishes. This …
As a flourishing record label under the Desert Hearts umbrella, Desert Hearts Black has long been the home for acts who flirt with the more melodic tones of house and techno. However, in hopes of targeting a global audience, the imprint is expanding its Rolodex to include a more varied …
Leevisa will release a new EP, ‘Koreography’, via Toronto label Perpetual Care next month. Presented a sort of eulogy to the artist, with an accompany obituary-style text, the four-track EP is a collection of off-kilter club music that weaves naturalistic field recordings through bursts of ravey bass and breakbeats; characterful …
Aluna has invited us to "escape reality" and enter her psychedelic dream world in the music video for her latest single, "Forget About Me." Out now via Mad Decent, the video takes us to a kaleidoscopic Palace of Versailles where Aluna, clad in a towering electric blue wig, hosts a …
Dominowe will release a new eight-track EP, ‘UMTHAKATHI’, via GQOM OH! this month. Having debuted on the label in 2016 with the ‘Africa’s Cry’, the Durban producer and DJ has been celebrated for his innovative take on the percussive gqom sound. He’s been prolific in the years since; in 2020 …
Vancouver-bred, Los Angeles-based duo Bob Moses have been on a furious pace over the past two years. From releasing their album Desire to filming a live album on top of the Topanga Hills in Southern California, they have proven time and again there is no limit to what they can achieve. The …
J-Shadow will release his new album, ‘Hyperfold’, via Beat Machine Records on 3rd February. The third full-length album from the London-based DJ and producer follows his 2021 EP, ‘SNKRK08’, on Sneaker Social Club. On Instagram, Beat Machine Records called the work, “a mosaic of atmospheric and spatial sounds, intended to …
The latest project by Anfisa Letyago is here—and it's a three-parter. First up is Listen & Nisida (Remixed) Vol 1, a four-track remix pack of tracks off the techno producer's 2021 EPs, Listen and Nisida. Featuring reworks by DJ Rush, Adiel, Boston 168 and Chris Liebing, the EP's 25 minutes are a …
As an esteemed BBC Radio 1 presenter, DJ and label boss, Arielle Free is widely known as a key influence in the dance music industry. Now, ready to ignite her producer career after months of honing her craft deep in the studio, the Glaswegian producer is set to debut. Out now via …
After teasing the track for almost a year, house music duo SIDEPIECE have finally dropped "Sextacy." The tandem teased the highly anticipated single for months at festivals like EDC Las Vegas, EDC Orlando, and Countdown NYE, and on popular radio shows. The song has already received support from Don Diablo, …
"Strap on your headsets and gather all your assets," commands Stehreo in the introduction of Gramatik's new album, Water 4 The Soul II. Gramatik's passion for blockchain technology is nothing new, but his latest effort reveals the multi-genre producer has only become more entrenched and enamored with the promises of …
Steve Aoki and Afrojack's "No Beef" became a gateway to discovering dance music for a new generation of listeners. Now, 11 years following its release, Aoki is rekindling the magic through a fresh perspective. In 2011, the frenetic tune with vocals from Miss Palmer was an instant attention-grabber given the …
Rising electronic music producers ESPER and Lockbox have teamed up with Los-Angeles-based singer-songwriter Isaiah Brown for a new single called "Freefall." Brown provides a stentorian topline here, exploring the difficulties of letting go and finding the strength to break free from the shackles of the past. The transcendent nature of …
Longtime collaborators MitiS and Crystal Skies have teamed up with Linney for "Gone," out now on Insomniac's Lost in Dreams imprint. "Gone" is something fans of MitiS and Crystal Skies' previous collaborations will undoubtedly gravitate to. Linney's stentorian vocals lead listeners into a dreamy soundscape painted with melancholic guitar riffs, organic …
After teasing their new collaboration last April, KRANE, Juelz and Heimanu have finally released the hotly anticipated "Moonbeams" by way of Proximity. The high-powered trio has set the tone for the wave music genre in 2022. "Moonbeams" captures the essence of each of their sounds, fusing them into a spine-chilling …
Leotrix newest EP, Reload, is proof that the future of bass music is blindingly bright. The young Aussie is leading the charge of a post-dubstep landscape replete with hungry artists who are hellbent on innovation, like Moore Kismet, Akeos and Ace Aura, to name a few. And that's exactly what he …
Go to Mom, Dad, Grandma, or Grandpa's house and brush off your old Nintendo 64 console because techno artist Remute is back with an album for the classic game console. Remute turned back the knob in gaming and musical history to when 8MB was considered a lot of storage for …
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 Forget About …
GhostDragon is preparing for another big year. After a breakout 2021, which saw the release of his critically acclaimed Strangers Again EP and several remarkable singles, the 21-year-old dance music beatsmith has returned with his first release of 2022. Out today by way of Wave Music/Paradise Music Group, "temporary love" pairs aching lyricism—courtesy of singer-songwriter …
Subtronics has finally unveiled his debut album, Fractals. The record features collabs with Zeds Dead, Grabbitz, Boogie T, and more across its 16 tracks, which encompass dubstep, experimental bass, and everything in between. Its an exploratory album that shows Substronics' curiosity to test the waters of new sonic frontiers is as strong as …
Kenzi Sway is back with a vengeance in 2022, unveiling a gripping official music video for her first single of the year, "Wraith." The track dropped on January 3rd and is the latest electronic banger from the promising DJ, known for her blistering dubstep sound and unapologetic lyrical swagger. She …
Pablo Bozzi will release a new EP, ‘Ghost of Chance’, via Jennifer Cardini’s Dischi Autunno label this month. The Berlin-based DJ and producer offers up six cuts of nocturnal Italo Disco and Synthwave fused with vintage EBM grit. Channelling the nostalgic vocal stylings of ‘80s goth clubs and new wave, …
While a high school gym may not seem like the most natural setting for a club, leave it to The Weeknd to pull it off. Complete with voguish, levitating dancers and a Michael Jackson-esque dance break, a new music video released by the chart-topping crooner is soundtracked by a remixed version …
LMajor will release a new EP, ‘Tear My Heart’, via Club Glow – the label he co-runs with Denham Audio, Borai and Mani Festo – on 4th February. The four-tracker follows the release of the London producer’s 2021 EP, ‘Can’t Do It’, on Astrophonica, the title track from which appeared …
On a mission to identify and rework influential hits from the 80s, 90s, and 2000s, Agent Zed's latest release reimagines a German hit from 1991. Maintaining the original track's earworm of a melody, Zed has transformed Achim Reichel's 1991 single “Aloha Heja He” into a melodic house track with thumping …
Valerie Ace will release her debut EP, ‘Glitzer Vs Hass’, via SPFDJ’s Intrepid Skin label this month. The German DJ and producer steps up with four cuts of fierce, zapping techno designed for peak-time. From the pounding industrial rhythms of ‘Glucose Guardian’ to the aptly titled ‘Hyper Hyper Dancey Hardcore’, …
It's been three long years since his Excision's last album, but the day fans have been waiting for since 2018 is finally here. Starting off 2022 with a meteoric bang, Excision has unveiled Onyx, which delivers 17 tracks comprising instant classics, long-awaited IDs, and high-profile collaborations. Released on his label, Subsidia, Excision's fifth …
Jordan GCZ will release his debut solo album, ‘My Brain’s Brain’, this February via Terrence Dixon’s Minimal Detroit label After two decades as one half of the duo Juju and Jordash, ‘My Brain’s Brain’ is the first solo album from the Amsterdam-based artist. The 12-track double LP follows the release …
With so many new songs released in 2021, it's difficult to remember all of them, let alone keep track of each one. So we made a playlist with as much dance music as we could find. At the beginning of 2021, I set out to make a single playlist to house as …
Become familiar with Dylan Joseph’s stunning music! His latest release is a song called “Good Thing” with tens of thousands of views that exudes romantic vibes. The Californian singer breaks all the hopes we build watching the music video by quickly telling us this love was a trainwreck. But that …
UK duo Wayward have invited a cast of producers to remix their 2021 debut LP, ‘Waiting For The World’. The 11-track remix album features reworks from an array of established and emerging artists at the cutting edge of their field of dance music, including Tim Reaper, Kareem Ali, BAE BAE, …
The relationship between Pegboard Nerds and Monstercat is the gift that keeps on a giving. The Scandinavian bass music duo are longtime favorites of the Monstercat faithful, releasing music on the powerhouse indie electronic music label at a dizzying pace over the course of the last decade. Tracks like 2012's "Disconnected" and 2016's …
After releasing three singles to give fans a taste of what's to come, Daniel Allan has finally released his Overstimulated EP in its entirety. Overstimulated offers a transparent look into Allan's headspace and creative process across its six tracks, each of which feels more heartfelt than the last. Additionally, he's …
Welcome Nova Gholar’s latest song “FRDM” that will free you, give you an endless supply of positivity to hold on to. The gorgeous music video, directed professionally, lets you experience the freedom of spirit that Nova possesses even through a screen. Nova Gholar is a California-based singer-songwriter, recording artist, and …
aircode will release her debut album, ‘Grounded’, via Alien Jams this month. Check out the track ‘Timesplitters’ below. It marks the second release from the London-based, Swedish experimental electronic producer on Chloe Frieda’s label, following her sleep deprivation inspired ‘Effortless’ EP in 2020. ‘Grounded’ comprises 11 tracks of haunting synths, …
Seven Lions and Jason Ross are kicking off 2022 the right way, releasing their hotly anticipated collaborative EP See You Again by way of the former's Ophelia Records imprint. Seven Lions and Jason Ross have both long been known for their versatility as music producers, and their skill sets are …
"The purpose of my music is to exemplify my truths,” said Moore Kismet in a recent press release. “That's what my music has always been for me: a way to get my stories and my thoughts out." And they mean it—at only 17 years old, the prodigious producer is already …
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 David Guetta …
Just like that, 2022's first New Music Friday has come and gone. And if today was any indication, electronic music artists are hungrier than ever not only to release new music, but also to innovate. Dada Life, REZZ, Moore Kismet and more wasted no time kicking off the year with …
After the release of his hotly anticipated Dawn FM album, it's clear The Weeknd's penchant for dance music is more voracious than ever. The Weeknd has long championed electronic dance music, collaborating with the likes of Gesaffelstein, Daft Punk, and Disclosure, among others. However, Dawn FM twists the knife into this …
Anfisa Letyago has invited a variety of techno heavyweights to remix tracks from her 2021 EPs ‘Listen’ and ‘Nisida’. The Naples-based, Serbian DJ and producer taps Adiel, DJ Rush, Boston 168 and Chris Liebing to put their own twists on the pounding warehouse rhythms and fizzing synth melodies of the …
Househeads, rejoice. Not only are flag-bearers Tchami and AC Slater about to hit the road together, but they're also bringing together top talent from their record labels, Confession and Night Bass, for a massive collaborative album. Due January 14th, the Confession x Night Bass release is perfectly timed with the …
Zeds Dead and Subtronics recruited a very special guest for their third collaboration. For "Gassed Up," the second single off of Subtronics' upcoming album Fractals, the trio of bass music producers joined forces with grime heavyweight Flowdan. Combining his lyrical abilities with the trio's gargantuan bass, each vocal interlude sets …
It's been more than three years since the tragic death of Mac Miller in 2018, but the support of his friends and collaborators remains as strong as ever. So goes Miller's relationship with Steve Aoki, who recently took to Twitter to reveal an unreleased collaboration with the late rapper. The track, …
There's a lot to look forward to in electronic dance music in 2022, but one of the year's most anticipated albums is coming sooner than later. Dubstep superstar Excision is set to drop his fifth album, Onyx, next week. Considering its his first since 2018's Apex, enthusiasm from around the bass music …
Throughout their career, SLANDER have collaborated with a multitude of producers and singer-songwriters, ranging from industry titans to unheralded musicians. The duo never stray from a collab that cultivates new talent and gives rise to deserving artists. This past weekend on December 30th, SLANDER performed in front of a sold-out …
There's a lot to look forward to in electronic dance music in 2022, but one of the year's most anticipated albums is coming sooner than later. Dubstep superstar Excision is set to drop his fifth album, Onyx, next week. Considering its his first since 2018's Apex, enthusiasm from around the bass music …
DJ Mag has teamed up with BBC Radio 1 Dance to host a month-long residency, presenting a selection of our Ones To Watch for 2022 with weekly guest mixes. Broadcasting every Saturday night through January, each mix in the residency will spotlight one of DJ Mag’s five DJs to watch …
Ovid returns to Cork label Flood this month with the ‘Stone Coaster’ EP. Following his 2020 debut on the label, ‘Dustbringer’, the Washington DC-based producer ramps up the drama with five percussive club workouts; lush melodies and swooping sonic details weave their way through Ovid’s dynamic drums throughout. The EP …
If you’re a fan of Lane 8, the only way to usher in a new season is the fresh arrival of a seasonal mixtape. Welcoming winter, the esteemed deep house producer dropped his “Winter 2021 Mixtape” today, January 4th. A bit later than past winter mixtapes, but well worth the wait. …
Montreal-based producer and DJ Honeydrip has invited various artists to remix her striking 2021 debut EP, ‘Anti-Ego’. Featuring fellow Montreal artists Ouri and SIM, as well as Toronto-based Korea Town Acid and Bristol’s MISH, the ‘Anti-Ego’ remix EP reshapes the dub-indebted pressure and thick, breaksy rhythms of Honeydrip’s original tracks …
“Symphony No. 4” – Rinzen “Symphony No. 4” is a brooding techno tribute to Beethoven's classic, “Symphony No. 4." “I was so moved by the opening strings that I decided to make my own version of it,” Rinzen shared on the inspiration behind the track. He added that it’s “the most cinematic …
In the wake of her scintillating third album, REZZ is kicking off 2022 by dropping a new bonus track. The Juno Award-winning artist took to social media to share a preview of the new cut from Spiral, which dropped in November 2021. Days prior REZZ tied a bow on a …
You probably haven't heard Swedish House Mafia quite like this before. The veteran electronic music trio have joined forces with Swedish compatriot Jacob Mühlrad for "One Symphony," a classical rework of one of the most prized singles in their discography. Mühlrad, one of the most renowned composers in Scandinavia, has reimagined the generational …
With a new album on the horizon, Alison Wonderland is primed for a monster year. And she's wasted no time in 2022, unveiling a brand new single called "Fear of Dying" alongside an intimate music video. "Fear of Dying" taps into her trap music roots, using brass stabs and frenetic arpeggios in …
Because there's no better way to start a fresh year than with new music, Disco Fries and SM1LO have teamed up for an electrifying new collab called "Up Til Light." The intoxicating track, which arrives by way of Liftoff Recordings, beats a familiar drum for both Disco Fries and SM1LO, …