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Two of NYC’s finest artists – multi-platinum DJ and production duo Disco Fries and 2x Billboard-charting DJ and producer HARBER – have reunited for their anthemic single “Falling For You ft. Syndtherockerkid” out now via Lowly. Disco Fries & HARBER compliment each other in wonderful ways, with an amazing ability to craft catchy, uplifting arrangements powered by a glistening topline that all together feels like a massive hit. It truly is a radio-ready anthem that’s perfect for the Summer

ADE is right around the corner and here to help bolster your soundtrack for this iconic gathering is Chicago’s prolific DJ, producer, A&R, and podcaster Sherm. He’s unleashed a simmering tech house single “Light Show” that is out now via the highly anticipated Hood Politics x Bring The Kingdom ADE Sampler. Sherm has a knack for crafting compelling grooves, seamlessly fusing techno, tech house, and hip hop influences into tracks that stick with you. “Light Show” is no different, featuring

There’s an interesting spoken word phenomenon in the UK that many stateside punters may not be aware of; a combination of the classic, stream of consciousness-style poetry and traditional hip hop-style rap that’s been quite popular in Blighty but never had much of a toehold in North America. Aside from the TikTok famous Louis Theroux jape, “My money don’t jiggle; it folds,” there really aren’t too many modern examples of this mashup on either side of the pond, but it was quite popular in the 90s

Masterfully bridging the worlds of happy hardcore and hardstyle, acclaimed talents Gammer and Dougal have returned, landing on tastemaker label Dancing Dead with “Take It Down.” An explosive single, “Take It Down” nicely explores both artists’ impressive range with its intoxicating melodies and dancefloor-ready production, while it marks their first collaboration in 6 years. The tune immediately kicks off with the help of thumping kicks, while it swiftly transitions towards a series of mind-bend

Alison Wonderland’s Whyte Fang project has been garnering attention from fans all around the world the minute since she announced it, followed by her massively successful debut album GENESIS. Now, she’s back with a booming new single “24 HRS“, one that is guaranteed to light up any DJ set. Its pulsating energy is elevated by a mantra-style vocal, exploring drum and bass, house, and techno is exciting and intriguing ways. Check it out below! This article was first published on Your

Arky Waters is an Australian newcomer who is crafting a unique blend of breakbeat electronica with swelling techno influences, which has a sound that can be likened to a mix between Bicep, Overmono and Godford. Just a few months ago Arky Waters treated us to a very impressive debut ep titled “Arky Sucks”, and now he’s back with a mesmerizing new single, “Take My Time.“ The single whisks you on a beautiful trip to the underground, exploring downtempo and break beat influences backed by a vibr

Born in Joshua Tree, California, Mojave Grey is a dynamic duo crafting a unique brand of electronica known as “desert dance music,” intertwining Western roots, rock elements, and dance beats. Their work, from the beat of the sunrise to the pulse of the sundown, intoxicates and captivates. Comprised of singer Zander Bleck, known for his collaborations with Avicii and Swedish House Mafia, and Michael Pozzi, formerly associated with HBO, they’ve created a unique sound that’s resonated with fans all

YEDM has been following SINES, or rather, its producer Jason Wann, since 2021. With a couple of wickedly-produced, synth-forward albums under the SINES name and a cheeky side project called Blood Oyster, it would be hard not to notice the splash Wann’s made in the electronica world, especially with his female-and-human rights focus. With all his work being quite female-focused and SINES always being intended as a duo, Wann considers Gravity to be said duo’s first album. Now that collaborator, vo

When we were coming up with the list for our Artists To Watch in 2023, Matt Barri was the first name that we added. Though he didn’t end up as the featured artist for the list this year, his unique sound, landing somewhere between emo, electronic, and euphoria, built up immense anticipation for his newly released debut EP, ‘The Only Way Out Is Up‘. Barri is a genius with both the pen, the production, and the mic, with an amazing ability to deeply immersed with every word he sings and note he

Every artist carries with them a mosaic of influences, a blend of inspirations that ultimately culminate into their unique sound. For Rello Ranzano, this mosaic paints a vivid picture of powerful voices from the past, influences from global icons, and an undying passion for authenticity. Lil Wayne’s ingenuity, 50 Cent’s poignant tales of the street, and Drake’s emotional candor – these are just a few of the influential forces that have shaped Ranzano’s musical journey. Reflecting on what spa

Taiwanese-Brooklyn transplant Calvin “Kai-Wei” Chang’s debut album Reprocessor is musical, dense and seemingly done-based, causing it to straddle a number of genres from experimental to darkwave to IDM, but that’s not what sets it apart. It’s the fact that it’s made entirely from found sounds, recorded by Chang between 2020 and 2022; no extra sounds or samples have been added. Intended to document the changes in life during COVID, Chang took these sounds and painstakingly reworked, re-engineered

Emerging from the serene landscapes of Darwin, Australia, and capturing the vibrant pulse of Los Angeles’ music heartbeat, VASSY is not just a musician but an anthem creator. Her unique ability to weave memorable melodies and narrate captivating tales is evident as she unveils her latest track, “Krazy,” now available under the prestigious Spinnin’ Records, a partner of Warner Music Group. VASSY’s music resonates with a worldwide audience, and she’s known for electrifying performances,

In the Bay Area’s vibrant sonic landscape, Hidden Axis, born Julie Yeung, stands as a testament to authentic metamorphosis. With a background deeply rooted in STEM, she found her true “hidden axis” in music. Her previous offering, “Better Off Alone,” amassed an astounding 264,000+ streams across all platforms. Medyk, an enigmatic singer and songwriter, accolades and collaborations are nothing short of inspiring. Having collaborated with industry powerhouses such as Slander, ARMNHMR, Synymat

Since emerging in the European electro scene back in 2009, F.O.O.L is the alter-ego of Swedish musician Rasmus Hermansen. Sporting his iconic mask, he symbolizes a crossover into a futuristic, cyberpunk-esque world, where a fusion of bass and cinematic soundscapes reign supreme.F.O.O.L’s 2020 anthem “Criminals” has seen astronomical success. It has been used in over 100,000 shorts on YouTube, resulting in more than 4 Billion streams and 40 Million hours watched, along with a similar presence on

Multi-disciplinary musician and producer Lauren Mia has led an impressive career performing at Tomorrowland Belgium, Steelyard London, The Brooklyn Mirage/Avant Gardner, The Concourse Project, CRSSD Day One Festival, Day of the Deadmau5 (Miami), and more. She has also played alongside top talent in her space including Adriatique, Mind Against, Kaskade, AE:THER, ADANA TWINS, Cristoph, Jeremy Olander, Sainte Vie, TESTPILOT for Factory93, and others. Lauren Mia’s musical catalogue has flourish

Dirty Audio and DirtySnatcha are two renowned and innovative producers in the dubstep and bass music realm. With a reputation for pushing the boundaries of electronic music, these artists recently teamed up for a highly anticipated collaboration “UFO.” “UFO” blends the signature styles of Dirty Audio and DirtySnatcha, resulting in a relentless onslaught of powerful basslines, mind-bending sound design, and spine-tingling drops. The combination of their unique production techniques creates an

Charismatic memer Guard released the first single, ‘color by numbers’ on 1 October 2023. It is the first single from his upcoming second album IT WAS ALL A MEME… – set to hit the airwaves on October 27th 2023. Born in a small town in South Africa before immigrating to Australia at a young age, Guard was brought up on the internet, fostering a love for pop music & pop culture, expressing himself through poetry, lyrics, filmmaking and graphic design. He has a strong presence in the internet’s

Black Tish originally formed in 1988 in Brussels, Belgium as a sort of experimental/post metal fusion project that incorporated early industrial sound into their work before industrial was really a thing. Founder and scientist Bob Coecke used cutting edge sampling techniques for the time, a host of synth and sound loops and metal-style guitars to create a heavy rock/electronica fusion unlike anything heard before. Unfortunately it also wasn’t heard after for many years as well, as differing opin

LP Giobbi is back with a brand new single “Time Expands” and it is the launch of her new label, Yes Yes Yes, part of the Defected Records Family. “Time Expands” is a wonderful exploration of LP Giobbi’s trademark sound. Built around a grooving synth bassline, there’s just enough weird elements plugged into the track that make it distinctly an LP Giobbi track. No one in dance music so seamlessly incorporates that Laurel Canyon sound into house music the way LP does. “Time Expands” is no different

Nostalgix is back with another bass house heater for her Monstercat debut, “WAR.” This time the Iranian-Canadian producer/DJ/rapper teams up with Rico Nasty for a certified dance floor banger that features Nostaligix’s trademark production and empowering vocals. Featuring a catchy topline and an undeniable groove and rhythm, “WAR” is sure to be on repeat on your device. Whether getting pumped up for the gym or heading out on a long drive, “WAR” is a catchy as hell tune. “To me, WAR is the ev

Last month, we covered AC Slater & Chris Lorenzo dropping their first official Fly With Us single, “Shrine Banger.” Now the house music legends are back with another song under their Fly With Us moniker, “Seismic.” They also announced that their upcoming Shrine LA show will be moved indoors so it can run later. A victory for all parties involved. “Seismic” is a track that will seamlessly fit into the Fly With Us set. It’s a tech house heater, but it heavily features the “jock jam” synth

Since 2019 with the release of “Be Alone,” So Dope’s ascension to the forefront of the dance scene has been nothing short of amazing . He pulls inspiration from soul, B&B, UK Garage, Drum and bass and Hip-hop, and his level of accessibility and genre-defying appeal make him one of the most compelling electronic talents to come out of New York City. His music has garnered praise from the biggest names in electronic music such as Alison Wonderland, Zeds Dead, Steve Aoki, Memba, NGHTMRE & S

Dainjazone continues to earn the trust and loyalty of some of the biggest rooms in the industry, maintaining residencies at renowned venues such as The Grand (Boston), Mémoire (Boston), and The Pool AC (Atlantic City), to name a few. Known for busy tour schedule, party-starting live sets, and history as the touring DJ for multi-platinum-selling group LMFAO, the solo DJ/producer has had a one-of-a-kind story under his belt. ‘Evolution In Progress Vol. 2’ is the next upcoming work, chapter encompa

Thomas Xavier is one of the catalysts of the rapidly building bass house scene in the Midwest US. In the last 18 months alone Xavier has played direct support for over 30+ nationally touring house acts including Ghastly, Nostalgix & Moksi, SNBRN, and has curated 6 Pharaoh’s Chamber events for his imprint, Pharaoh Phonix.  Speaking of Pharaoh Phonix, he only launched it back in in January of 2022 and since then, the label has signed 20 artists & released 53 songs achieved 3,000,000+

Chicago based DJ, A&R, podcaster, and entrepreneur Sherm is having his biggest year to date – fresh off electrifying performances at North Coast Festival’s Vega Stage and a massive Lollapalooza afterparty alongside ACRAZE. Now, he’s back with another breakthrough act from the Windy City, who go by the name of PODS, for a thumping tech house single “Madonna” signed to one of our favorite labels, Hood Politics. “Madonna” is a track that takes you on a trip to the underground, delivering a