[EDMTunes] NIIKO X SWAE Dial Up the Funk Factor with ‘Drop It Low’

Los Angeles-based duo NIIKO X SWAE are back, and they’re paying homage to their roots with their latest single, ‘Drop It Low.’ This electrifying house banger, released via Dim Mak, is a testament to their playful spirit and deep-rooted love for the sounds that shaped their youth.

‘Drop It Low’ transports listeners straight to the sweaty, vibrant energy of a 90s basement rave. The track pulsates with a funked-out groove, driven by an acid-inspired bassline that cuts through the mix like a laser beam. A resonating lead pluck adds a layer of melodic depth, while a party-starting pitched vocal injects a dose of rejuvenating fun.

Drawing inspiration from their 90s childhood, NIIKO X SWAE are embracing a nostalgic theme that will permeate their upcoming Dim Mak singles. The accompanying visuals for ‘Drop It Low’ further solidify this retro aesthetic, featuring an 8mm look that vividly brings the track’s artwork to life. A real NXS-branded yo-yo, a quintessential Y2K toy, makes a cameo, adding a touch of authentic childhood charm.

NIIKO X SWAE had this to say about their latest release:

“Drop It Low” captures the high-energy vibe we bring to our live sets and has become a staple in our shows. Designed as a versatile DJ tool, it blends seamlessly across multiple genres. It’s the kind of track you’d hear in a sweaty basement. It features a classic vocal that feels instantly familiar to any raver or clubgoer while pushing sound design to new levels—flipping familiar sounds into something fresh and unrecognizable.”

Childhood friends and LA-based duo NIIKO X SWAE are living reminders of what friendship and cherishing those coming-of-age moments are all about. Today, NIIKOX SWAE are familiar faces in dance music. Their recent collaboration with Tiesto and Tears For Fears on ‘Rule The World (Everybody)’ has gone viral with over 150 million views on Instagram. The trending sound was officially released in October and has since eclipsed 40 million streams with support from Spotify’s Dance Rising and Just Hits, Apple Music’s DanceXL and New Music Daily, the cover of Amazon’s Pop Remixes, and much more. Following this, NXS released ‘Serious’ with the multi-grammy award-winning band Train.’ Serious’ continues to dominate DSPs, with major editorial looks from Amazon Music and Spotify. Most recently, NXS released their collab with Daniel Allan, ‘Waiting For You,’ which has received a flurry of DSP support like New Music Friday US, Dance Rising, and more.

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