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Oregon-based artist VRG has stormed the music industry with no signs of slowing down. Recently returning to Lost Lands 2023 along with performing an exclusive B2B set with NAZAAR at the Shaq’s Bass All Stars Festival, VRG has proven to be an artist to provide fuel-filled journey with an explosion of genres including trap, dubstep, hard techno, and more. After storming the charts with his recent collaboration on “WATCH YOUR BACK” with DIESEL and Blackway, VRG is back to take full control of his g

Z2 is proud to announce ILLENIUM: Presents Starfall, a collaboration with the musical mastermind that channels the infectious energy of his five-album career into a new, neon-splashed graphic novel. Z2 Comics will release ILLENIUM Presents: Starfall on November 21, 2023 in standard hardcover, deluxe hardcover, and super deluxe editions. The deluxe edition will feature an oversized hardcover book in a custom slipcase and come packaged with three art prints illustrated by Alex Moore. The super

Midnight Pool Party has proven that not only are they house connoisseurs, but kings of creating amazing grooves within each single. Their latest is no exception to the greatness we’ve come to expect from the talented duo, as they’ve unleashed a thumping tech house single “Stamina“. They view it as a song powerful enough to keep your party battery charged and in full swing all weekend long. It’s also one of the song ideas that they wrote during a weekend writing session earlier this year whic

Original Photo by Ivan Meneses for Insomniac Events Earlier this month, Insomniac put on the 28th edition of Nocturnal Wonderland, North America’s longest running rave. I was lucky enough to attend once again this year, and like a Swiss train, Nocturnal just consistently delivers. Whether it’s the immaculate vibes that cannot be matched by any other Insomniac fest, the always stacked lineup, the familiar venue and setup, or the Cosmic Equinox itself; Nocturnal retains its uniqueness and charm

Chris Ianuzzi has become a YEDM favorite and an example of the type of experimental electronica that fuels EDM with out EDMers even knowing about it. With a firm foot still in post punk and indie/electronic crossover, Ianuzzi is in a unique position to draw in fans of multiple genres with his well-composed, Philip Glass-style organized chaos. While most of this work is just that: a load of tinkering and technically complex composition meant to sound chaotic, Ianuzzi does sometimes step all the w

black a.m., also known as Sinclair Wheeler, has brought a unique rock-infused spin to the house music world. Since 2019, he has pushed the boundaries of his craft, earning himself spots at marquee events like Insomniac’s Park N Rave series and receiving accolades from industry titans such as John Summit, NGHTMRE, JOYRYDE, Slander, and DJ Craze. This attention wasn’t without merit; Ultra Music officially released his remix of NGHTMRE and Gunna’s “Cash Cow” while also signing tracks to Slow Roast

Egzod, a name synonymous with world-class festivals and a vast, coherent catalog, has always been a torchbearer in weaving stories through his beats. His music has earned mass appeal, topping over 600M total streams. He’s always finding ways to push his creative boundaries which is why we look forward to what he’s going to do next. Now, he’s recently released a remix to Layto’s ‘Five4three2one‘ and this time around, it’s an electrifying future bass tune that yet again demonstrates why Egzod

For fans of experimental electronica, artists like Cerpintxt have to represent the future of this cutting edge discipline. Now located in London by way of her native Egypt, Cerpintxt’s haunted, acoustics-focused science project of a sound has been picked up not only by like-minded atmospheric, drone and visual artists and labels such as CAMP Editions, Carlos Casas, Machinefabriek and Matchess but has bled into the EDM world. Now with her new EP, microtubule encoded memory, Cerpintxt stands to un

SF based artist JONJEN has made a name for himself by skillfully combining melodic bass and house with indie and soundtrack-inspired elements. Since his debut in 2021, JONJEN has gained substantial support from industry titans like Nicky Romero and Yellow Claw’s label Barong Family, opened for artists such as William Black, Sabai, and Hoang, and achieved over a million streams across various platforms. Joining forces with JONJEN, TZUNAAMI, a DJ duo based in Bangkok and NYC, has gained massiv

IMANU continues to make his mark on the electronic scene with his genre-bending capabilities and willingness to push the sonic boundaries with every single song he releases. He just revealed his latest single “Aching (On A High)” via Zeds Dead’s esteemed imprint, Deadbeats. True to what we’ve come to expect, his creativity yet again impresses us with a more minimalist house approach that’s perfectly executed with a glimmering topline vocal. Everything comes together into a thumping, lo-fi ho

Mersiv has been a trailblazer in the Freeform genre since the inception of the Mersiv Sound Project in 2015. His sold-out debut headline at Red Rocks in April 2023, and hits like “Beautiful & Filthy” (4.3million) “Fire Dance” (1.3million), “Get To You ft. Saint Sinner” (2.5million), attest to the artist’s continuing and growing impact on the industry. Now, he’s back with an anthemic single with production act The Ninetys, known for previous collaborations with rap luminaries such as Kend

If there’s two artists that always know how to get the party started, it’s Big Gigantic and AHEE. Both have accomplished incredible milestones in each of their careers, making it all the more special that they’re linking up for a massive new, funk and bass fueled single that we are thrilled to premiere – “Oh Dang!”. In classic BG fashion, the track kicks off with a groovy beat, syncopated guitar riffs, and anthemic sax melodies, all building into an electrifying drop that packs a thunderous

The resonance of Kiraw’s performances is nothing short of hypnotic. His vocals, simultaneously soothing and saturated with dark undertones, effortlessly meld with the weighty soundscapes of his tracks. It’s no wonder that his music has found a fervent following within the gym and raver communities, drawing attention like wildfire. “XTC,” a song entirely written, performed, and produced by Kiraw, stands as a testament to his innovation. This track elevates the Techno genre to new height

Founded in in 2004 by singer, songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist Zion Rock Godchaux, BoomBox has grown and evolved alongside loyal fans across the globe. They’ve developed a signature groove rooted in a back-beat driven style, wrapped around smooth vocals, compelling lyrics, and a mixture of drum machine and live-mixed computer beats laid down by Kinsman MacKay, Godchaux’s brother. Their songs pull from a wide range of genres – from hip hop to funk and a healthy dose of electronic th

Dre Guazzelli is a DJ and producer based in São Paulo, Brazil, who led quite the career since 2004. He wears a lot of different hats, such as being an entrepreneur and running his own events agency, INNER. Guazzelli has a strong presence in Brazil as well as internationally, garning a global fanbase along with building buzz around his captivating appearances in Ibiza and at the Burning Man festival in the United States. Now, he’s back with a beautiful new single “Rainbow” via David Hohme’s

Edison Cole has been on fire this past year, releasing one of the most viral remixes of Calvin Harris’ “Miracle” landing over 250K streams in 2 months, and garnering support from the worlds largest DJs including Jauz, Svdden Death, Dj Diesel (Shaquille O’Neal) and more, energizing festival stages around the world. With freight train momentum, Edison reminds us just how driven he is with a massive remix of “Self Destruction Mode” via The Chainsmokers premiering it on Tomorrowland’s fantasimal

The crafty German artist/producer Maximono earned his tenure in the electronic music scene during the late 90s, meticulously honing his craft in the world of breakbeats, jungle and drum & bass. In 2015, he flipped the script to go on a genre bending crusade with his new interpretation of house music, rapidly catching the attention of tastemaker labels such as Dirtybird, This Ain’t Bristol, Sweat It Out, Confession, Insomniac and CUFF. With a masters degree in low-end theory and a minor in sp

Mel Monaco may be new to the likes of YEDM readers, but her smooth, effortless form of jazz pop has been lighting up the airwaves and stages in her native Ontario for nearly a decade. With a bell-clear, pitch perfect voice reminiscent of Ella Fitzgerald, a virtuosic knowledge of jazz guitar and piano, and a fun, pop-tinged songwriting style, Monaco is much-loved both for her music and performances in her part of the world, and now with her latest single, the catchy and radio-ready “Love Tides,”

Jersey Club music is on a meteoric rise, and at the forefront of this movement is none other than the genre’s Global Ambassador, DJ Sliink. With his new EP, “Bricks To The 6,” he not only showcases his signature sound but also pushes the boundaries of the genre by blending it with the melodic stylings of Toronto’s SAFE, as well as collaborating with heavy-hitting East Coast talents Bandmanrill and Sha EK. This EP, with its infectious beats and cross-cultural influences, has not only earned criti

DROELOE seems to be the king of suprises when it comes to his music, always finding new and creative ways to build anticipation within his community on what he’ll do next. We’ve been gearing up for his album set to drop next week but what we didn’t expect was a suprise 5th single, “Foolish Fish” along with an exclusive chance to listen to the album via Bancamp! ‘Foolish Fish’ is yet another testament to DROELOE’s creative versatility, taking listeners on a unforgettable voyage from start to

New-York based Producer Barkin is aiming to bring the heat back into House. His music is filled with intensity while being beautiful and groovy at the same time. Noticing the genre has lost some edge, his punchy basslines mixed with heavy synths will be setting dance floors ablaze. Vocals used as instruments and deep-moving breakdowns are integral to his tracks. While his drops will get your feet moving, each track has a meaning to be unfolded. Now, he’s back with yet another impressive sing

Whether it’s edits / remixes of hip hop tracks (both old and new), or sizzling originals, Hood Politics has established itself as a one of the finest labels around, consistently delivering incredible music to fulfill our house appetite. Label A&R Sherm has become a label favorite, and now his recent release sees him pairing up with yet another breakthrough artist Isaac Palmer for their addictive flip of the hit single “P**** & Millions” from Drake and Travis Scott. They set the

A rising star in the music industry, Andrew Narvaez is inspiring people all over the world by showing them the value in being themselves and accepting their flaws. His alternative pop sound, influenced by melodic rap and post-punk, is resonating with listeners of all backgrounds, from New Jersey to global platforms. Narvaez’s unconventional musical style and outlook on himself as an artist are what set him apart. He began his musical career at the tender age of 13 under the m

Fresh off the heels of their massive VIP remix for “Rock My Body” together, R3HAB and W&W have released their fourth official collaboration, “Million Places.” This one is really unique as it’s a Eurodance inspired track; a genre that W&W is very familiar with, but we haven’t really seen R3HAB dabble in. The result is, as you would expect, an incredibly catchy melodic track that will have the festival stage hopping. The Dutch superstars first premiered the song during their Tomorrowla

Two years since AC Slater and Chris Lorenzo first collaborated on a track called “Fly With Us” on Nightbass, the two titans of house music have finally released an official single under their new collaborative project of the same name. Fittingly, Fly With Us’ debut release is “Shrine Banger,” the opener to their first b2b performance at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles a year ago. “Shrine Banger” is an absolute house heater, needless to say it’s the perfect blend of Slater and Lorenzo’s