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RÜFÜS DU SOL's "Rose Ave Radio" residency continues with the group's sixth monthly installment, which hit the air this week.  As per usual, the duo locked in a one-hour mix perfect for unwinding the mind. The 6th episode is chock full of hidden gems and recent releases that have captured …

The YOOKiE brothers have the honor of releasing the first EP signed to Excision's new label, Subsidia Records. After Subsidia made a gigantic splash in Excision-like fashion, releasing 118 tracks in a single day, they had to follow it up with something equally attention-grabbing. YOOKiE's FiSSiON EP is that something.  A …

It's been a banner year for GRiZ, from his fan-favorite livestreams to a steady stream of releases that show no sign of slowing down. Bangers[6].Zip, released October 16th via Deadbeats, is a powerhouse collaboration with Zeds Dead's imprint, spanning all things bass, dubstep and trap. The project's three tracks are a …

John Frusciante's recent return to Red Hot Chili Peppers hasn't stopped his latest electronic music pursuit. The third single from his forthcoming album Maya, titled "Brand E," has arrived alongside a trippy, sci-fi inspired music video. "Brand E" takes inspiration from jungle and breakbeat, with alluring, melodic overtones that fans …

The year was 2014. Life was much less complicated and Deorro was sending fans into a tizzy with a sexy new ID. Six years later, that ID is out and it goes by "Beso." The reasoning behind the release taking so long is a true comedy of errors. The esteemed …

Some words just send chills down your spine, and now more than ever, "Parasite" is one of them. That state of unease is found in AWAY's new single of the same name, which features the haunting vocals of Roniit and production help from Crywolf. It's the type of track that oozes with …

bitbird favorites DROELOE have finally returned with an exciting new single called “Roadside Flowers” featuring vocals from Iris Penning. A teaser track off their upcoming anthology album A Matter Of Perspective, “Roadside Flowers” marks yet another stunning addition to DROELOE’s intricate yet explosive catalog. Arguably one of DROELOE’s most electrifying …

London's LJ Looper is on a mission to bring back the days when the pianists were the rock stars by infusing his training behind the keys with a big electronic sound. While there are myriad producers who started out with formal piano training, Looper has continued to keep the classical sound …

Malaa first introduced us to the felonious side of the mixtape game back in 2017 when he joined forces with some of his house music peers to deliver a collection of back-to-back party starters. Four years later, the masked Frenchman has returned with his Illegal Mixtape Vol. 3. The 14 tracks …

As of today, Whethan's fans can now rest easy, knowing the long-anticipated release of his debut album has finally come to fruition. Out today via Atlantic Records, FANTASY is the type of album you didn't even know you were missing until it arrived, making it well worth the nearly yearlong wait we've …

Biicla's short time in the dance music scene has been nothing short of excellent, to say the least. Earlier this year, he released his debut album No Place, as well as remixed Zeds Dead and DROELOE's "Stars Tonight." Today, Biicla has tapped Rome in Silver for a haunting remix of "No Place." …

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 …

Earlier today, Kumarion debuted his VIP edit of “Want It,” his 2020 hit that put the blossoming electronic music producer on the map. The edit is the first promotional release ahead of the Want It – Remixes EP, which celebrates one of the year's top trap tracks and reanimates the excitement behind …

After emerging from an eight-month hiatus, What So Not has dropped a completely random, blistering flip of his single "Same Mistakes. Stripping the track of its vocals, which were provided by Silverchair frontman Daniel Johns, What So Not shared a nasty instrumental edit via SoundCloud today. It's not very long, but it …

As the five-year wait for a new Major Lazer record continues to wane, the trio has unveiled the official tracklist for Music Is The Weapon. Their fourth studio album, which officially drops next Friday, October 23rd, features a star-studded list of collaborators. Set to appear on Music Is The Weapon are French …

In a spellbinding visual display, English electronic music group LZ7 have unveiled the official music video for their latest single, "Won't Run Out." The single, which follows the success of their 2019 album These Are The Days, arrived earlier in the month of October. The spellbinding video serves as a fantastic accompaniment to …

Ray Volpe is hellbent on world domination as of late. With a new single on Excision's Subsidia imprint and a recent four-track release on Disciple, it seems that he's at the top of his game. Returning to Never Say Die with a dual single release, Volpe is now out to prove that statement …

Power duo Adventure Club have been hard at work in the studio over the past year, cranking out a litany of impressive new singles and collaborations. Their recent works, including "Where We Are" with Bear Grillz and JT Roach and "High Like This (feat. Squired and Dia Frampton)" have fans craving even more from …

James Blake has surprised his fans by dropping a new EP called Before. The record shows him returning to a more club-oriented style, which he developed in his early years behind the decks in London's club scene. In honor of the release, Blake will be returning to the Boiler Room to DJ …

One unanimous feeling quarantine has brought us all is boredom. Tyga and Curtis Roach summed up the phenomenon perfectly with their viral hit "Bored In The House," creating the anthem we didn't know we needed for all those days stuck looking at a wall. Seven months later and the track …

At its core, A Hundred Drums’ music is meant to reverberate through the body and mind. This dynamic has been frayed without a live audience, but the bass-heavy act is ready to re-establish that connection via Sonder, a new EP crafted in the enchanting genre of lo-fi.  The A Hundred …

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 …

Shortly succeeding his Closer 2 U EP on Moving Castle, Slow Magic is returning with a new full-length album, it's the end of the world, but it's ok. While the full record will not be unveiled until December 9th, Slow Magic has teased that it will explore motifs of uncertainty, community, …

A show at Orlando's Gilt Nightclub over the weekend is drawing the ire of the dance music community after footage from the event revealed a glaring disregard for social distancing. The concert, which featured Ghastly, occurred on Saturday, October 10th. The video below—shared by a Reddit user—shows a number of …

Kai Wachi and Dylan Matthew's melodic bass original "Run" has received an otherworldly rework from UBUR, who is throwing the doors open in signature fashion. UBUR cuts straight to the chase, introducing a larger-than-life kick that thunders and ripples through the sonic spectrum. A haunting vocal from Matthew lingers before …

Kai Wachi and Dylan Matthew's melodic bass original "Run" has received an otherworldly rework from UBUR, who is throwing the doors open in signature fashion. UBUR cuts straight to the chase, introducing a larger-than-life kick that thunders and ripples through the sonic spectrum. A haunting vocal from Matthew lingers before …

Hotfire reminisces on his early years in music while paying tribute to his best friend with his new EP, Think Back. The producer has released his second EP of 2020 as an ode to his former Hotfire sidekick, Eric Yandall, who passed away last year. Hotfire's latest effort leans into …

DJ and musician GDLK has been climbing the ranks within Denver's bass music community and beyond with his genre-bending productions. Beyond just the music, however, he's been hard at work bringing other elements into the fold. His latest album Catalyst and its accompanying video series combines music, alternate reality games (ARG), and hidden codes …

“Terrify” Ft. ÊMIA – SVDKO The first single off SVDKO’s debut EP it’s SADKO, “Terrify” sees the Belgium-based young gun collaborate with charismatic singer and songwriter ÊMIA to deliver an engaging electronic-pop crossover.  “impress you” – updog Having recently dropped his debut EP balloon boy, mysterious talent updog is already …

Tchami's debut album has been a long time coming. After many months of teasing the record, the renowned DJ and house music producer is finally on the verge of releasing Year Zero. Now, the album is available for pre-order, and along with it came the unveiling of its official tracklist. The …

A news program in the UK has drawn criticism from artists and fans alike after a critic said that "…house music is the worst songwriting." On Friday, Calvin Harris clapped back at the critic by sharing an Instagram post emphasizing how the genre affected his career and helped him win …

The fully-charged Wolfgang Gartner cranked up the voltage for his funky new single "Electric Soul." He states that the track is one of his favorites in a long time and it was premiered earlier in the month on Twitch. In addition to the single, Gartner released a visualizer video to accompany …

Fans of Getter can finally let out a sigh of relief because new music is officially on the way. Back in early September, the prolific hip-hop and bass music producer took to Twitter to tease his fanbase by telling them he has an EP releasing "any day now." He remained ambiguous …

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 …

It's not easy to pass ZHU on the brooding production front, but Mathame took that challenge on with ease, releasing an otherworldly remix of his recent hit single, "Risky Business." The Italian brothers reimagined the track into something that soars above the dance floors while still keeping it grounded as …

Sometimes, love is so strong it consumes you. No matter what, that person stays on your mind. This is the ethos of Armin van Buuren's latest single, "Need You Know." The Armada label boss called upon fellow Dutchman Jake Reese to deliver the dynamic and relatable vocals, creating a track …

Earlier this year, Mat Zo announced that fans would be receiving his third studio album in October. Since that announcement, he's released "Colours" and "Problems" with Olan as well as "Love Songs." Today his full LP, Illusion of Depth, has arrived via Anjunabeats.  Illusion of Depth is the most refined work Mat …

David Dann, the visionary music curator responsible for breaking the careers of ZHU, Gallant, and THEY., is back from a seven-year hiatus to relaunch his own artist project. The Mind of a Genius founder has returned to the studio to release his new single, "You & Me," featuring French vocalist …

Widely recognized as one of the pioneers of the future house genre, French super-producer Tchami has cemented himself in the scene over the past years with his uncanny ability to shake up the dance-floor and produce tasteful four-on-the-floor gems. In 2020 alone, Tchami has co-produced four tracks off Lady Gaga’s …

For years now, Sub Focus and Wilkinson have dominated the drum & bass scene with their timeless anthems and cutting edge production. Earlier this year, the duo collaborated on three tracks—"Just Hold On," "Illuminate," and "Air I Breathe"—igniting the world of drum & bass and showcasing the producers' diverse range of sounds.  In …

Future riddim, dubstep, future bass—whatever you want to call it, there's no doubt that Papa Khan's new single "Rain" is in a league of its own. "Rain" found a home on Marshmello's JoyTime Collective banner, and it is an absolutely perfect fit. Emblematic of a star in the making, the track is …

Since the announcement of his String Theory EP, Subtronics has kept the hype rolling. Four days ago, the prolific producer first announced the EP and quickly followed up by giving fans a teaser of what's to come by releasing his collaboration with Wooli a day early. Today, his highly-anticipated EP is finally here. Subtronics' String …

Cash Cash have had a monster year. Not only has the trio released an official remix for The Pussycat Dolls, but they've also collaborated with Andy Grammer on "I Found You" as well as with Wrabel on "Mean It" and Laura White on "Gasoline." Today, they're back with a future bass single …

Nicky Romero has made the most out of his increased time in the studio this year. The Dutch DJ and producer has released a total of eight original tracks, six remixes, and two EPs (one under another alias) since January 2020. Today, he has returned with his latest single, "Nights With …

In July 2020, a small controversy began over Flite's stage name, as many claimed it was derivative of DJ Flight, an instrumental figure in the rise of the UK drum & bass scene. Some original junglists and drum & bass heads felt that Flite's name was a piggy-back off of DJ Flight …

KAYTRANADA has dropped the curtain on the official music video for "The Worst In Me," his stunning electronic-soul collaboration with Tinashe. Directed by Arnaud Deroudilhe, the sultry video combines the spellbinding sonic flair of KAYTRANADA with the seductive allure of Tinashe and funnels them through a Halloween lens. Dark orange hues, satin …

With October comes Halloween and with that comes the spooky art this time of year inspires. In an ode to his favorite month, Wakaan heavy hitter G-REX has unveiled his latest single "HITTA," yet another sonically evolved track for his always improving catalogue. Although the origins of G-REX date back to 2015, the …

Bass music all-star Subtronics has been blowing minds for nearly a decade with his cutting-edge, heavy style. Now, he has enlisted the help of fellow dubstep heavyweight Wooli for a mind-bending new collaborative effort. "Melt Ur Brain" seeks to do just what its name suggests, with a unique and trippy sound. A distorted …

Kasbo is here to debut the final single from his upcoming sophomore studio album, The Making of a Paracosm, due for release on October 23rd via Foreign Family Collective and Counter Records. "Lune" features the Australian ambient band Vancouver Sleep Clinic and will take you straight to dreamland.  "Lune" is the type …

Fabled trance trio Above & Beyond have once again taken to their Anjunabeats banner to unveil a riveting a new single. "Diving Out Of Live" is taken straight out of the iconic Above & Beyond playbook with classic trance leads and spacey pads, which combine to create a hypnotic verse section that …

A heated third single has officially arrived from Valentino Khan as he continues to march toward the release of his forthcoming French Fried EP, which is arriving later this month. Khan explores his dark side on his latest offering, "Division," an unrelenting instrumental that pulls no punches. The song shows its …

Keeping up with Adventure Club is starting to become a daunting task. The duo has been teasing and releasing new music at a dizzying pace in 2020, and they've now done it again with a preview of a soaring new song. The renowned bass music production tandem shared a preview of an …

Lilith Games, developer of the blockbuster mobile game AFK Arena, has enlisted Don Diablo for a collaboration to celebrate their latest milestone. The mobile fantasy RPG title has achieved a meteoric 60 million downloads since its release in April 2019. To celebrate the occasion, AFK Arena tapped Don Diablo to …

In March 2019, Lucii made history by being the first woman to have a release on Wakaan with her label debut, "Neptune." In a short period of time, the bass alien has captured the electronic community's heart with her extraterrestrial sound design and down-to-earth charisma. This past year, Lucii has continued …

THE HOTEL LOBBY are back with another new music video. This time, the duo gave their recently released single "Good Life" the audiovisual treatment in the form of a sun-kissed project that hearkens to good vibes of pre-pandemic yesteryear. Although the weather is getting colder by the minute, the tropical, sun-soaked …

Nicky Romero has revealed his Universal Music Group debut, a new single titled "Nights With You" that will officially arrive later this week. He took to Twitter to make the announcement and share a very brief preview of the song. Not much is shown in the nine-second video, but you can …

After teasing that something new was on the way, Subtronics has finally pulled back the curtain on his next EP, String Theory. Not only did he announce the follow-up to Scream Saver, but he also blew fans' minds with the fact that it's dropping this week. On Twitter, he shared …

Just days after announcing his upcoming livestream from a train, ZHU revealed that new music would be premiered during the performance. On Twitter, he shared a teaser video of himself walking on train tracks while gentle piano keys twinkle away in the background. The date of his set is also shown. …

Although fans are still trying to wrap their heads around the release of last month's scintillating Chasing The Golden Hour Pt. 3, GRiZ is already teasing a new song. For this track, Detroit's finest will be returning to the bass side for a new dubstep offering. On Twitter, he shared a short video …

It's been a great month to be a Pendulum fan. In the past thirty days, the legendary band released their first songs in ten years, dropped a new music video, and took part in a live performance from Spitbank Fort in the middle of the English Channel. If all of that …

Way back in June, rising star Papa Khan shared a clip of a new tune that shook the bass community to its core. Although it was just a thirty-second preview, listeners became instantly addicted to its dreamlike melody and it became one of the most talked-about tracks in the scene. It would …

Guess who's back, back again?  15-year-old Moore Kismet has returned with their third release in just under two months, titled "Beauty Is A Facade." The track, released by Bassrush, is an ode to body positivity and self-acceptance, blending trap with hard-hitting synths to make a single that is truly one-of-a-kind.  …

Having been on the radar of UZ and his Quality Goods Records since 2016, tapecut is finally coming to the label with his first full release, dropping a menacing 4-track EP called Pentrat. The Russian producer has been homing his craft for some time now after starting to get involved with …

The wait is almost over. Multi-platinum and Ivor Novello-nominated duo Camelphat has finally revealed the release date for their highly anticipated debut album, Dark Matter. The album will be out for our listening pleasure on October 30th via RCA UK, and to hold everyone over, they've dropped a new track from …

With today's release of their Candy 2 beat tape, superstar producer duo Louis the Child has launched their sound beyond the norm, finally sharing a unique, genre-fluid point of view poised to launch an entire wave of contemporaries.  Returning to the group's mid-2010s roots of experimental sound design and bubbly synth …

The EDM community has been on the edge of their seats awaiting the fourth studio album from ILLENIUM. The anticipation was heightened further when he dropped a stunning first preview with the single "Nightlight." Last week he passed the production torch for the first volume of remixes to YULTRON, Michael Calfan, …

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 …

Though most fans expect to receive neck-snapping singles from Kai Wachi, he's shown out with more laidback offerings in the past like "Run" with Dylan Matthew and "Heartless" with Ylti. His latest work fits right in alongside his previously mentioned tunes, as he's tapped Fytch for their new collaborative single "After All," …

Back in August, ZHU's intoxicating summertime anthem with Kito and Jeremih, "Follow," arrived via Astralwerks. In September, they dropped a music video for the track featuring dancers from Beyoncé's musical film Black Is King. A little over two weeks later, Dillon Francis has been enlisted to rework the tune. Dillon Francis' remix of "Follow" curates a …

Last month, Diplo turned heads as usual with the release of his ambient album, MMXX. That record now also serves as the soundtrack for a new project from Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum (AirSpace), titled Under Ancient Skies.  The album uses tracks from Diplo's MMXX release, with accompaying narration by Hrishikesh …

Since Mojang originally released the wildly popular 3D block game Minecraft back in 2009, the game has sold nearly 200 million copies worldwide. That certainly qualifies it as a Hall of Fame-level video game, and producer C418's airy and uncanny soundtrack has always been equally iconic.  Now, one of C418's pieces from the …

David Guetta and Sia have unveiled the official music video for their latest collaborative masterstroke, "Let's Love." Doubling down on the synthwave vibrations of the song itself, the video is an all-out blitz of polychromatic contours and 80's-inspired sci-fi imagery. True to its name, the "Let's Love" video tells a …

Fans of Anjunabeats had a lot to celebrate this past weekend after the historic imprint reached the milestone of its 20-year anniversary. Label heads Above & Beyond commemorated the achievement in grand fashion by performing a massive four-hour set aboard a ship traversing the River Thames in the group's hometown of …

Renowned philosopher, activist, and author Dr. Cornel West has joined forces with house music producer Brandon Lucas to debut a collaborative single called "Got That Hope" on Lucas' new Purple Label Sound imprint. The label was created as a way to champion the next generation of Black and Brown house and …

The rise of Marc Rebillet continues with the release of his upcoming Loop Daddy III compilation, which features a hysterical tracklist. The electronic music creator and YouTuber, who followers affectionately call "Loop Daddy," has released the tracklist for his forthcoming Loop Daddy III project. The EP, which drops tomorrow, October 1st, will see …

The ongoing coronavirus pandemic has sparked a change of gears for many artists these past few months, and the latest to begin a new journey is Benjamin Ruttner of famed NYC electronic duo The Knocks. Ruttner has launched his solo project Holiday87, a concept that came to him while spending time …

Fresh off a solid string of singles and collaborations in 2020, Vancouver's NXSTY has teamed up with Calgary born, Vancouver based Kelland for a brand new collaborative EP called SEASONS. The record finds Kelland bringing his background in pop and hip-hop to combine with NXSTY’s bass-heavy sound, resulting in an intriguing blend of future …

After a series of teaser EPs for her long-awaited Oasis Nocturno (Remixed) album, TOKiMONSTA has finally released the monster 20-track project. Released September 23rd via Young Art Records, the album includes previously released remixes by AC Slater and Dombresky, among others, along with a cutting edge lineup of promising EDM …

Mr. Pig has unveiled his full-length Yinyang LP, a 9-track album that serves as a bona fide breakthrough for the Mexican DJ and electronic music producer. Yinyang represents the result of months of diligent work and dedication to Mr. Pig's craft. The album features a number of his previously released singles as …

Louis The Child are showing fans a new side of them after dropping "Fresh Juice," a monster trap collaboration with TroyBoi. Known to champion trap music in their live sets, the duo have tapped one of the genre's most popular producers to mutate their future pop sound into bona fide sonic …

BRONSON's self-titled album will be spun in a whole new light as the supergroup, comprised of ODESZA and Golden Features, have announced three forthcoming remix EPs are in the works. Dance music producers of all walks jumped on the opportunity to make their mark on BRONSON's well-received debut effort. The …

Earlier in the month, Excision posted a mysterious countdown that left the bass music community scratching their collective head. Now, we've seen artists release countdowns before announcing new albums, tours, merch—what have you—but as you're likely well aware, Excision always takes things a step further. While fans would have been more …

Fresh off the 10-year anniversary of her iconic single "Dancing On My Own," Robyn is releasing some brand new music. The renowned Swedish singer-songwriter and dance music producer has teamed up with fellow contemporary music icon Jónsi for "Salt Licorice," a collaborative single scheduled for release on Wednesday, September 30th. Jónsi, who is the frontman …

Soccer fans everywhere are preparing their thumbs for the release of EA Sports' FIFA 21. In addition to the promised gameplay and graphical improvements, the developers have announced what artists will be soundtracking players' matches for the coming year. The 2021 soundtrack has been split into two. One-half covers the base …

Gifted Canadian drum & bass producer Bensley has been on an impressive streak for the past year. Seeing his sophomore album, Muskoka, released last summer as well as a massive Justin Hawkes (formally known as Flite) remix of his single "Secrets," the young musician has been stunning drum & bass fans from the …

Pianist and YouTuber Keudae has released a haunting cover of Porter Robinson's "Mirror," a single from the Grammy Award-nominated electronic music producer's highly anticipated sophomore LP, Nurture. Flanked by nothing but electric light strands and her Korg Kross synth, Keudae presents a nearly five-minute performance in she transforms the original into a …

Earlier today, Oakland duo Smoakland exclusively premiered the first single from its upcoming Cinderella 99 EP, "Open Up." While the producers have made stark sonic impressions with their "dirty bass" style, this new offering showcases their ability to tap into a wider range of electronic palettes.  Smoakland began as a West …