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Rising Japanese duo SUDO debuts on Drumcode with the inspired Real World EP. The brothers Isao and Takashi — the former based in Berlin, while the other holds a forte in their hometown of Kansai-Kobe, Japan — have been grafting away at their craft for many years, never compromising on quality, while eschewing trends. Instead, they’ve patiently created and waited for their opportunity. Crafting a Unique Soundscape The journey of SUDO, consisting of brothers Isao and Takashi, is a testamen

What if a Bluetooth speaker, visualizer, living plant and air purifier were all combined into one gadget? That's the magic of the Moss Echo, an innovative piece of audio tech that features real, living moss on a replaceable filter, surrounded by an interactive LED display. Not only does the gadget look sleek, but its moss improves indoor air quality and significantly reduces carbon dioxide, according to its creators at Moss Lab, who said the unit also minimizes dust in the home by a staggering 9

From Elvis Presley and Bob Marley to Amy Winehouse and Elton John, big-budget biopics about high-profile musicians have been a major trend in theaters lately. Joining the pack this fall is Pharrell Williams, the iconic founder of N.E.R.D. and The Neptunes, who has shared the trailer for his upcoming biopic, Piece by Piece. The hip-hop and fashion luminary, however, is taking a different approach than those behind the gritty, intimate filmmaking of his contemporaries. Williams chose to have his s

Longtime dance music fans will need no introduction to the legendary Dennis De Laat. The Dutch producer has been behind some of the biggest club anthems for over two decades. You may remember his huge version of the classic ‘Sound of Violence.’ He has a unique ability to craft sweeping emotional journeys out of synthesized sounds. His latest release, Figments Of My Mind, sees him team up with talented singer-songwriter Jade PraiZe. The title track is a sublime combination of De Laat’s masterfu

Toolroom Records is thrilled to welcome back Low Steppa with a massive new tech house heater alongside Maltese producer Jewel Kid. Low Steppa is riding an incredible wave of momentum. He has just kicked off his highly-anticipated residency at the world-famous Ushuaïa Ibiza to a sold-out crowd. With a packed global touring schedule stretching from Ibiza to Thailand and beyond, the UK artist is truly on an unstoppable mission this summer. His new collaboration with Jewel Kid titled “Big Busta” i

Mitch de Klein is a sonic alchemist whose latest single, ‘The Stranger,’ invites listeners on a hauntingly enigmatic journey. From the outset, ‘The Stranger’ envelops the listener in a veil of mystery. Haunting pads beckon with an otherworldly allure. Mitch de Klein’s masterful command of atmosphere is evident. He creates a sonic landscape that is both familiar and foreign, comforting and unsettling. It’s a delicate balance that he strikes with precision, drawing the listener deeper into the un

Aerus has just dropped their latest single ‘Ease Your Mind‘, setting the stage for their highly anticipated first EP. This melodic masterpiece is perfect for any audience, intense and Melodic House fans. The track’s intricate composition creates a serious amount of tension in the builds. In the process, putting listeners on the edge of their seats. With powerful drums and a captivating groove, ‘Ease Your Mind’ is bound to enthrall anyone who presses play. A Touch of Nostalgia The inspira

On May 31st, as everyone geared up towards the first day of June, Australian Bass talent Opiuo teamed up with New Zealander rising star Ashez to unleash their latest single, ‘Underground’. The release of this awesome track efficiently blends unique Bass drops with eloquent, mystical melodies to make it a piece of music that will be on someone’s playlist in an instant. ‘Underground’ is the first single of the upcoming EP, based on the same name as this track, and which will provide a lot of creat

In the pulsing heart of Los Angeles, DJ and producer Tristan ChantZ crafts his distinctive sound. He does so with Bass-heavy synths and Tech House rhythms. This spring, he debuts on Lee Foss’s label, North Of Neptune, with the compelling single ‘Feel It In My Heart‘. Fans of dynamic Electronic music should mark their calendars. Featuring vocalist Lido Leks, this is a track you do not want to miss. The track, ‘I Feel It In My Heart’, mixes deep basslines and explosive effects. Additionally, L

Listen to the most flavour-packed tracks we discovered this week. Music makes the world go round. And in that regard, we’re constantly on the lookout for new, exciting tunes to share with our audience. We’ve found some that cause goosebumps, and make you open your eyes and get up from your chair to dance. So put on your best pair of headphones, or turn up your speakers, and enjoy this week’s New Music Friday. Here are our top picks for the best music we came across this week, in no parti

Bleu Clair’s new EP, Inner Circle, is an embodiment of his “NEWAGEOFHOUSE” movement, intended to shake up the house scene’s sonic quotidian. With the spry six-pack (which Bleu Clair says he “put his heart & soul into”), he does just that. Across Inner Circle, the Indonesian producer engages different styles of house sound, like the techier elements that run through the EP, or the classic house on “Hold On” with Tania Foster. The project is Bleu Clair’s first release of 2024 and arrives

Asher Shashaty and Dani King’s new collaboration, “LA On My Mind,” is a sparkling, easy-listening number led by King’s evocative vocals. Memorable for her work with Ace Aura and Bear Grillz, among other dance artists, King has released music on prominent labels in the space, including Wakaan, Monstercat, Disciple, and NCS. The song’s lyrics pay homage to quintessential LA imagery, like the sand of its many beaches and Pasadena’s mountains. “I wrote these lyrics in 2016 as a tribute to all of

Three is indeed company, as Luca-Dante Spadafora, MOTi, and VIZE evince on their hard techno stomper, “Let Me Go.” This collaboration sees songwriter/producer/DJ Spadafora team up with Amsterdam native MOTi and global touring act VIZE to ride the wave of hard techno’s recent ascent into the mainstream. Their combined efforts deliver a track that pulsates with relentless energy, primed to bag on speakers and dance floors alike. “Let Me Go” is out now via Spinnin’ Records. Stream it below.

The title of LEFTI’s latest single says it all. On his seventh release of the year, the Quincy Boy Records head ignites dance floors with the energy of a peak-time warehouse thumper, outfitted with analog acid elements and a robust tech house foundation. “I’m On Fire” arrives hot on the heels of LEFTI’s May collaboration with Husko, “Another Day.” It continues his recent hot streak, which has led the producer to release new music every month this year since February’s “Just The Beat.” This

It’s quite amazing to look back and realize that the announcement that Insomniac was bringing Beyond Wonderland to Chicago (June 1 + 2) was all the way back in 2023. The city and our industry have been going through many changes since the pandemic and are still trying to find their footing. We do have some ol’ reliables such as Lollapalooza, North Coast, and ARC Music Festival. But there have been a few festivals that have come in, stayed a year or two, and left for various reasons. So when Beyo

“Girls don’t need nobody.” It’s an infectious chant that has quickly invited mass sing-alongs at festivals like Coachella. But “girls don’t need nobody” isn’t just a catchy phrase. It’s a statement, which captures the sentiment of a generation redefining love and relationships. girl’$’: A Song Inspired by Dating Frustration and Modern Choice Australian DJ Dom Dolla‘s first single of the year, ‘girl$‘, dropped June 7th on Three Six Zero Recordings, Ministry Of Sound UK, and Sony Music

This one is pure Argentinian ear candy. Don’t miss out on it. Double prize today for those who love some good ‘ole Progressive Trance tunes. Right as we were wrapping up our Friday, something popped up on the radar — or rather, someone: Tomas Abester. And after giving the Digital Drift album a proper listen, this one feels like the worthy successor to close the day on quite a high. We’ve had him on here a couple of times already, not long ago when he released his Gallant debut ‘Altares‘,

UK duo Solardo and it's murph have joined forces for a new house track, "Fetish," released on the former's own Sola Records. When Solardo arrived LA, they entered a session together for the first time, according to murph. During that initial meeting, they listened to parts of a four-hour Solomun extended set, which sparked the inspiration for "Fetish." Inspired by the techno and house music icon's work, they completed the track in just eight hours. So they decided to release the track, which the

The Swiss producer and Sirup Music label head has revealed another progressive house track that will melodically flow throughout the atmosphere. EDX, who just came off of releasing his recent track, ‘Vividra’, a couple months ago, has released ‘Setema’ and the track is something that one can enjoy in any occasion, whether at a beach party with the sunset in the background or in the comforts of the living room or bedroom. This track has seen itself gained fans in numerous dance hotspots around th

Framework’s recent event in Exposition Park featuring Solomun, Nala, and Julia Sandstorm introduced an innovative and unique stage design and custom visual production. The original show was scheduled in Oxnard, California, at the Mandalay Generating Station. The custom-built stage was designed to resemble a power plant, as the production company had to improvise due to a location change. Framework did an excellent job. The stage included projection mapping of power plant imagery, creating a

If you enjoy a good club anthem but also heavy bass, Doctor P's new single, "Nicotine Baby," might be just the song for you. The fresh track is rooted in dubstep, but its producer, one of the genre's most influential, has intentions of going far beyond a singular stylistic classification. "I really wanted to make a crossover between dubstep and hyperpop," Doctor P said in a statement. "KLEO PATRA's vocals really brought the track to life. I had a lot of fun making this one with her." Off the rip

For the first time in nine years, we're getting a new Jamie xx album. Back in 2015, the renowned DJ and producer released his debut solo album, In Colour. Since then he's released a string of singles and remixes as well as I See You with his band, The xx. Now, he's back on his own for the album's monochromatic counterpart, In Waves. Jamie xx recently took to social media to reveal the cover of In Waves, which fans may recognize follows the same stylistic pattern as its predecessor and his collab

Here’s a genre-bender EP that will have you deciding between dancing with the lights on or off. Happy Friday! Friday, with “F” as in “New Tunes”. No, not quite. But “F” as in “Freqish“, and that one works flawlessly. We’re excited to share a frankly delicious EP, coming to you from one of Dance Music’s veteran acts. Right from the bat, you know something interesting awaits — and you’d be absolutely correct. Freqish For Brandon Lee, Dance music is a language that transcends words a

Just weeks after the release of their brand-new single ‘Hearts Up’, Luv Foundation UK and Ashley Paul are elevating their hit track with a dynamic music video and two incredible remixes. ‘Hearts Up’ has already made a significant impact, reaching #1 on Ireland’s iTunes Dance Chart and receiving radio support from DJ S.K.T on Kiss FM and Christian Homan on RTE. Now, the song’s success is set to soar even higher with a visually captivating music video and remixes by Miami legend Robbie Rivera and

Following on from his last single ‘Stay’, which has recently passed 1 million streams on Spotify, rising star Alber-K is back on our new music feeds with ‘Imperfect The Same’. This single sees the Belgian artist continue his hot streak of releases as he teams up with vocalist Nino Lucarell to add another hit to his ever growing catalog. At just 28 years old, Alber-K has quickly become one of the standout acts in the Belgian electronic dance music scene. Standing out with his creativity and