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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Pauline Herr, sumthin sumthin, Rome In Silver, and capshun Discuss Their EZoo Debut

Electric Zoo, New York City’s premiere electronic music festival is just a couple of days away. For some performers like Tchami and Porter Robinson, EZoo brings back fond memories performing in the City. For many new performers this Labor Day weekend will be their debut performance on Randalls Island where the 3-day Zoo extravaganza will commence.
We got to sit down with debut EZoo performing artists such as the likes of wunderkind Pauline Herr, the ever-eclectic Rome In Silver, the refreshing bass music innovator sumthin sumthin, and the genre defying capshun all of whom will perform in New York City this Labor Day weekend.
We first spoke with Pauline who was leaving for Hawaii the forthcoming day. I caught up with her just before she was about to travel to the airport.
How does it feel to be performing in a couple of days in New York City for your EZoo debut over labor day weekend especially at the mainstage!?
I’m really excited. I’ve played in New York twice before. The first time was with RL Grime and the second time was with my friend Juelz.
For those coming to EZoo that have never been fortunate enough to hear your music live, how would you describe to them a Pauline Herr set?
It’s kind of what you would not expect from me. Not super heavy bass but somewhere in between bass music and some really nice melodic music as well. It’s kind of like a journey in a way that shows two different sides of me which are very authentic to me. I like to go hard and I also like my more emotional soft side. It’s kind of like a combination of both. I also really like making edits to throwback songs in my sets. People seem to really enjoy those and I really like those.
You just released a new single titled “Addicted” with TWERL can you tell us about the creative process and meaning behind that song?
So Addicted is a part of the Ep we made but we made Addicted a single because it sounded like a single. Basically me and my boyfriend have done long distance for about more than a year now and we wrote this Ep when he was visiting me in LA. We finished it up when he went back to Australia which is where he’s from. It’s Called distance and each of the songs are about different situations of being in a long distance relationship. Basically everything is tied to that. The music itself is kind of in its own world. We don’t think it ties to either of our production styles but it’s just something we ended up creating.
I got to sit down with Vincenzo Pisciotta aka Rome In Silver who had just completed a session of Yoga down the street from where he lives. Rome in Silver will be playing on Sunday at CloZee’s Odyzey stage takeover. Without further adue we jumped into it.
How does it feel to be performing in a couple weeks in New York City for your EZoo debut over labor day weekend?
It’s crazy. This will be my first festival in New York. I always remember back in the day how massive EZoo was and how cool it would be to play there and here we are. The last time I played in the city was in February at Terminal 5 but I’ve never done a festival here.
How does it feel to drop a remix for CloZee on her Neon Jungle remix album during the pandemic to now performing at her Odyzey stage takeover on Sunday and her after party later that night. Can you tell us about your relationship with Chloe and how she has impacted you as an artist!?
She’s probably had the biggest impact on my career as an artist. She really opened the door for me and put a lot of new eyes on my music. She was dropping my music years ago. I remember one day I was in Thailand vacationing with my cousin and she dm’d me on Instagram. It was new years and she was like hey I just want to let you know I’ve been dropping your music at every show.
Finally, Is there anything else you would like to tell your fans in anticipation of your EZoo debut?
I will be playing a lot of new music. I am going to be testing new music from this new album I’m working on. I have an album set for next year. I’m so hyped for EZoo. New York is always a vibe. I’m also hyped to be doing the b2b with sumthin sumthin at CloZee’s afterparty on Sunday.
We sat down with capshun who will be performing a super special b2b with none other than Jon Casey on the opening day of Electric Zoo.
How does it feel to be performing in a couple of days in New York City for your EZoo debut over labor day weekend?
I’m very excited. Being as it’s one of the biggest festivals I’ve played, and alongside with the homie Jon Casey, I think it’s going to be a really dope time. Excited to have the opportunity!
You just announced a new release on WE ARE DEADBEATS VOL. 5 can you tell us more about what fans will get to hear on your newest musical venture supported by Zeds Dead.
Oh absolutely. I’ll be playing that out. Lost is one of my favorite releases this year so I’ll be rinsing that out for sure. Maybe twice if they let me!
You will be playing back to back with Jon Casey. What can you tell us about your relationship with Jon Casey?
Jon and I go back a few years now and of course we have our collab Fever Dream together. We’ve played back to back two or three times and every single time it is electric. We have similar tastes and attitudes in our music so it’s always a really good energy when we are on stage together. I’m hyped to be back up there with him for real.
Finally, Is there anything else you would like to tell your fans in anticipation of your EZoo debut? Do you plan on dropping any new ID’s. Will there be any special appearances?
Just expect one of the best sets from Jon and I that you have heard. Lot’s of ID’s, lots of crazy mixes and just hella energy. Maybe a guest or two we’ll see haha.
I ended off the day speaking with Conrad Woodul aka sumthin sumthin. He had just gotten off a solid day of surfing at the beach.
Hey Conrad, how does it feel to be performing in a couple days in New York City for your EZoo debut over Labor Day weekend? What’s going through your head.
The classic nerves. I’m a very nervous person but in a good way. When I was first getting into electronic music as a producer per say EZoo was definitely at the top of the bucket list. Now that I get to play it at the coolest venue ever I’m beyond excited. I performed in the city once with Bleep Bloop and the other time with Lost Dogz friends and one time I headlined with TVBOO.
For those coming to EZoo that have never been fortunate enough to hear your music live, how would you describe to them a sumthin sumthin set?
I would say it’s a perfect blend of really hard hitting stuff mixed in with some softer elements. It’s not going to be just banger after banger after banger there’s going to be some cooldown moments and moments of introspection. But dont get me wrong I like going stupid hard as well. It’s basically a combination of hard heavy bass and some lighter elements.
You will be performing at CloZee’s Odyzey stage takeover on Sunday and at her after party later that night. What can you tell us about your relationship with Chloe and how she has impacted you as an artist!?
Chloe is just an A1 human being. And in this industry there are a lot of non A1 human beings. So it’s really inspiring to be able to work with her and do the stage takeover. Her inspiration is more of a human quality than the music side of things and it’s really important for me to take that aspect into consideration as well. She’s a really good energy to be around and that speaks volumes past any sort of music production goes. One time I took my dad to see her perform in LA and the mixing was flawless. The set was flawless and from a music standpoint it was really inspiring to see her. My dad was even sitting, he was like no offense that’s the best set ive ever seen.
Who are your top 3 artists to watch in 2023? 
Keep an eye on Snuggles. He’s a member of this crew I’m a part of called Lost Dogz. LYNY obviously. I think he’s going to have a humongous year next year. His consistency is unmatched, same with Jon Casey. I think he’s about to take off and flourish.
Finally, Is there anything else you would like to tell your fans in anticipation of your EZoo debut? Do you plan on dropping any new music? Will there be any special appearances?
It’s just me going to be up there but I got a grip of new unrealeaed stuff to play out from me and all my friends. We’re gonna shake some booty up there. Show up early!
Grab your tickets for EZoo here before they sell out. Or Grab tickets to the official EZoo after parties here. Read Your EDM’s coverage of Electric Zoo from 2016.  Be sure to check out the set times below!


 
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This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Pauline Herr, sumthin sumthin, Rome In Silver, and capshun Discuss Their EZoo Debut
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Hybrid Minds Team Up With Birdy for ‘State Lines’ from Forthcoming EP

One of my all-time favorite drum & bass songs is the Nu:Logic remix of “Wings” by Birdy. It’s not even available on Spotify, so every once in a while I’ll head to MrSuicideSheep to listen and cry a little. So when I got word of Hybrid Minds teaming up with Birdy on their new single, “State Lines,” to say I was excited was an understatement.
To say it was worth the wait, even moreso.
Hybrid Minds are one of the world’s hottest D&B acts right now, looking forward to a headline performance at Webley Arena and a forthcoming EP, Tides: Part 1. “State Lines” gives fans a taste along with the recently-released “Better Now” of what’s to come.
Matt Lowe of Hybrid Minds describes the creative process of working with the singer, “We’ve been huge fans of Birdy since we can remember and to finally be able to get into the studio with her was nothing short of amazing, we gel really well creatively and we are hyped people can finally hear the results!”
Listen below!

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Hybrid Minds Team Up With Birdy for ‘State Lines’ from Forthcoming EP
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GRiZ & LSDREAM Finally Team Up For First Collaboration “Funkonaut”

It’s only been a little over four years since Brillz switched it up and debuted his new project, LSDREAM, to the world. In the time since, he’s become a strong force in the wonky bass world, collaborating with everyone from Liquid Stranger to Shlump to Champagne Drip to Ganja White Night and more. Now, the long awaited and seemingly overdue collaboration with GRiZ is here.
Every once in a while, you hear a collaboration that perfectly encompasses both artists’ sounds and styles and creates something wholly new and special. That is “FUNKONAUT,” the first collab between GRiZ and LSDREAM. It’s dreamy, funky, wonky, and incredibly fun from start to finish.
The track comes ahead of GRiZ’s Triple Rainbow event at Alpine Valley Music Theater in East Troy, WI, where both he and LSDREAM will be performing on September 16th-17th.
Check it out below!

 
Photo Credit: Jason Siegel
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: GRiZ & LSDREAM Finally Team Up For First Collaboration “Funkonaut”
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Squnto apologizes following “shizophrenic & psychotic break” last year

In early 2021, if you were following Squnto on social media, you probably saw some really troubling posts. For a period of a few months, the EDM community was focused on his out of character actions and beliefs as he shared them frequently on Twitter and Facebook. Many of the things he said were racist, homophobic, or worse, and screenshots of DMs where he would use slurs were common.
Even then, many felt that this sort of behavior was not the result of “just” drug use. In a new post from Squnto yesterday, one of his first since March 2021 apart from returning to comment on the Getter vs Excision drama on Twitter, he offered a complete explanation and apology for his actions.
“I experienced a 2-3 month long intense schizophrenic & psychotic break,” he wrote, “triggered by a combination of poly substance abuse, complete lack of self care and mental health hygiene, and a plethora of stressors from my personal and professional lives.”
He continued, “I said and did an egregious amount of heinous things that I deeply regret and am truly sorry about.”
After his episode, he was arrested (but he didn’t spend time in jail), was in a psych ward, and did attend rehab. He says he’s doing much better now.
You can read his full post below.

 
Photo via www.prolophoto.com
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Squnto apologizes following “shizophrenic & psychotic break” last year
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Martron Releases Releases The Serotonin Boosting ‘The Feeling’ & Exclusive Interview

It is always super satisfying when a track can grab you with its clean and impactful melodies and sound design. Such is the case with Martron’s latest smash, ‘The Feeling’. Lose yourself with a super fresh vocal topline, grooving layers of percussion and ear catching melody.
Martron (real name Marlon Nigro) born in New York and has already showed a musical ambition and talent from very young. Growing up a classically trained musician, Martron discovered his fondness for electronic music in his senior year of high school. Martron crafts a unique yet balanced blend in his music that combines his charming classical roots with his energetic electronic sound

 
We had the chance to interview this promising producer and here is what he had to say.
Was it hard to come up with the premise for ‘The Feeling?’
Absolutely not. Although “The Feeling” has a bunch of layers, I’ve always wanted to write a song about what it felt like to be loved or in love and to share that with the world. The issue was that I was never able to come up with a track that perfectly described what I was trying to say. This track says everything I want to and more, I couldn’t be more proud of how it turned out.     
 Did you make what you thought you would, or did the track take on a life of its own and you ‘followed its lead?’
That’s a great question. Most of the time I never end up making what I thought I would and “The Feeling” is no exception. Once I got the chords down and started putting the vocal chops together, the rest of the writing felt like I was water skiing. I just went with the vibe.
Do you have more releases you plan to drop this year?
Oh yeah, I have a couple more singles planned and a remix that’s part of a massive package dropping soon. There might be some collabs dropping as well, can’t say with who yet but most of them are very close to ready.
Do you have a favorite genre you make?
Right now I have to say no, mainly because I like to stay versatile and write a bit of everything. I never wanna be limited to one genre, especially when so much of my growth has come from writing and listening to different types of music. I’ll have days for example when I hear something Chandler Leighton drops and go “Woah I wanna make something like that!”, only to then hear something Moore Kismet drops and go “Woah I wanna make something like that!”, only to then hear something So Dope drops and go “Woah I wanna make something like that!”, only to sit down and make something completely different from what I’ve heard that day! But as long as my sound is still present throughout the track, I’ll write whatever genre I’m feeling at the moment.    
Can you see yourself releasing an EP or album?
Without a doubt, I’ve always wanted to and intend on doing so. It just depends on the right tracks fitting together and the overall feeling I want the project to have. I’ve also been releasing my tracks independently for the most part and would love to put an EP/Album out on a label. Just the thought of having any of my dream labels’ logos on the artwork alone is so cool to me.  How long have you been making music for?
I’ve been making music my whole life. From obligatory childhood piano lessons to learning flute, then relearning piano, then writing classical music and then producing, it’s been a wild ride. This year marks 10 years of producing, it’s been a long and rewarding journey ever since I opened up Garageband back in 2012.
What are you excited about in regards to the future?
The biggest thing I’m excited for is my growth and where it leads me. Sometimes I look back at where I was a few years ago and go “holy shit!” After finding my sound and starting to take more care of myself physically and mentally, my music has sounded so much better and it gets better everyday. It’s even starting to get noticed by artists I’ve looked up to for years which is bonkers to me. Things just feel like they’re moving in the right direction and it’s only gonna get better from here.
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Martron Releases Releases The Serotonin Boosting ‘The Feeling’ & Exclusive Interview
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Sparkee & Sierra Drop Super Fresh Anthem, ‘Breathe’

Sparkee is a man on fire as of late straight off the back of his official remix of Tiesto’s ‘The Business on Atlantic Records he drops the super
fresh and feel good anthem, ‘Breathe’. Immediately grabbing you with the fresh summer sounding guitars and smooth basslines. This track
has an instant groove to keep you dancing till the early hours. Sparkee is a remix seasoned maestro with also winning Monstercat’s Ellis, ‘Orbit’ remix competition and also having a viral remix of Deadmau5’s ‘Strobe’. Deadmau5 calling the bassline ‘technically impossible’.
With over 8 million streams on Spotify and numerous high level sync placements with the likes of: Netlifx, NBC, Disney+, Showcase, and Peloton, Sparkee is a name with hot contention is the electronic and pop world.
We had the chance to hear from Sparkee’s collaborator Sierra on this track:
“Having been a fan of Sparkee’s past releases, the
opportunity to collaborate was an easy yes! When I heard the instrumental I instantly knew it
was the one and the song practically wrote itself. Super excited to give everyone one last
banger before the summer ends :)”

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Sparkee & Sierra Drop Super Fresh Anthem, ‘Breathe’
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Samantha XO is ranked Top 100 DJ in the World

You may know of Samantha XO for being ranked top 100 DJ in the world. In addition to this, her
looks are not hurting her. She was ranked number one sexiest DJ in the nation. But what really
makes Samantha XO truly unique is her desire and intention to empower women everywhere.
Fueled by this intention, she’s making a very unique move by creating an EDM remix for one of
the most empowering female records out there, “Big Energy” by Latto.
Samantha XO has been in the game as a DJ for almost a decade. When we asked Samantha
what keeps her going after all of these years, she said: “In my experience and opinion –
music is an escape from all of life’s problems. I have found that no matter what life throws at me,
music is the answer. It always makes me feel better, uplifts me and gives me life again. I have
found being involved with music in any way, shape or form, from DJ’ing, listening or producing
music is the absolute best medicine.” It now makes sense how she has kept going and pursuing
her dream after all these years.

Samantha might have clean cut luck, but her start in music was a bit more gritty, edgy, and
interesting. When we asked how she first got that initial spark, she gave us a story that made us
come alive, “I remember when I was in high school I was able to secure a fake ID and would
sneak out to the only underground gay club in my city. They were playing cutting edge electronic
music that you really couldn’t hear nowhere else at the time. The DJ was amazing there, I would
show up when they opened and stay until close, dancing the entire time non-stop. The freedom
of expression, the amazing electronic music and the incredibly open-minded people created
such an environment and atmosphere that is even hard to put into words to this day and was
simply otherworldly.” This kind of character building start in her music career is just what makes
her such a unique force in the industry today.
With how passionate Samantha is for her artistry and music in general, we can see her quickly
rising up the ranks to be collaborating with the likes of Tiesto, Paul Oakenfold and John Summit.
We envision her touring DJ’ing festivals around the world.
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Samantha XO is ranked Top 100 DJ in the World
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G Jones releases first single, “Operator,” from forthcoming new EP

‘Tis the season for new G Jones…
Even though we just got a new EP from him a couple months ago, the next is already on the way with the official release of the first single, “Operator,” out today. A highlight of his 2022 genre-bending AV set performances, “Operator” is the most highly requested and anticipated single from G Jones since “In Your Head.”
“Operator has been one of my favorite songs to play in my sets over the past few years and I’m so happy it’s finally getting a proper release.” – G Jones
The song has gone by a lot of names since he’s been playing it out live in his sets, as G Jones himself poked a bit of fun at all the creative names it’s been given.

Either way, it’s out now. Stay tuned for more singles from ILLUSORY TRACKS on the way.

 
Photo by Lauren Marrone
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: G Jones releases first single, “Operator,” from forthcoming new EP
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David Guetta & Bebe Rexha cover classic ‘Blue (Da Ba Dee)’ on viral single ‘I’m Good (Blue)’

“Blue (Da Ba Dee),” the viral hit from Eiffel 65, has had a stranglehold on pop culture for the last two and a half decades. The amount of times I heard this played on Radio Disney as a child should be liable for war crimes, but I’m willing to bet children these days are born with the words already in their psyche right out of the womb.
It seems only fair, then, that the electronic producer who made the ’00s and early ’10s his own has covered the ubiquitous hit. None other than David Guetta has teamed up with Bebe Rexha for a cover titled “I’m Good (Blue)” and it has all the pinnings of a classic Guetta hit.
Rexha and Guetta first began working on this song five years ago. Already a TikTok smash, the sound has amassed 130,000 total creations and over 500 million views, as well as being a hit with YouTube recreations. After generating this serious online buzz it is finally now ready for an official release.
Listen below.

 
Photo via Rukes.com
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: David Guetta & Bebe Rexha cover classic ‘Blue (Da Ba Dee)’ on viral single ‘I’m Good (Blue)’
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‘We Are Deadbeats Vol. 5’ Compilation Highlights 18 New Artists

It’s hard to believe that Deadbeats, the Zeds Dead-founded label, has already been around for five years. But today marks the release of We Are Deadbeats Vol. 5, the latest annual compilation in a series that has regularly showcased modern tastes and talents – a sign of the times in bass music as it’s being experienced and experimented with in the community.
For its fifth edition, the label has brought on newcomers such as sky-rocketing duo Smoakland, viral star Zingara, underground favorites like NotLö, Tape B, and Mythm, as well as wave legend, Deadcrow, and a collaboration from Abelation & Saka. Additionally, the compilation features a wide array of sounds and unique artists from the likes of Sfam, Capshun, Spüke, Farrah, Not Yes, So Dope, TINYKVT, SoSus x Eugene, blxk mntn, Twonski, and Age of espion.
(Editor’s note: Farrah, NotLö, Zingara, sfam, and Deadcrow have all been featured on Your EDM’s Artists To Watch lists in the past.)
Zeds Dead announced their Deadbeats label tour for 2022, which kicked off on July 2-3 with two sold out shows at Red Rocks Amphitheater, followed by an equally anticipated takeover at the Brooklyn Mirage. The duo will bring one of the most unique, diverse electronic road shows to iconic venues across the country such as Masonic Temple in Detroit, WaMu Theatre in Seattle, The Shrine in LA, and more.
Check out the compilation below!

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: ‘We Are Deadbeats Vol. 5’ Compilation Highlights 18 New Artists
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NERO’s new remix for deadmau5 is everything we wanted out of this epic combo

deadmau5 and NERO haven’t worked together in an official collaboration ever, but the UK duo-turned-trio has remixed the Canadian mau5 once before. Way back in 2009, NERO delivered a remix for “Ghosts ‘n’ Stuff” that still sends chills down the spine whenever it’s played out. Now, 13 years later, the combo returns to serve a fresh remix of “XYZ,” the lead single from the We Are Friends Vol. 11 label compilation due out on mau5trap later this year.
NERO managed to bring the “XYZ” original down from nine and a half minutes to just over five in their remix, out today, without losing any of the flavor of the original and still imparting a great deal of their own into the mix. Echoing, delicate synths radiate through the intro with a telltale NERO bassline leading the way to the full drop.
Meanwhile, NERO can be found supporting deadmau5 on the deadmau5 presents We Are Friends U.S. national tour.  With shows already sold out in Philadelphia, Boston and Washington D.C., deadmau5, NERO and friends continue to make their way across the country through the end of the year.  For tickets or more tour information follow here: https://wearefriend5.ffm.to/waf11
Listen to “XYZ” (NERO Remix) below!

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: NERO’s new remix for deadmau5 is everything we wanted out of this epic combo
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GunFight Unleashes Hard-Hitting Dubstep Anthem, “Maniacal Inferno”

Following the heavy-hitting yet atmospheric “Danger Time” and the bass house-infused “Rough House in the Rave,” GunFight has finally returned to his dubstep roots with “Maniacal Inferno.” His 6th single of the year, “Maniacal Inferno” sees GunFight combine his signature cinematic melodies and mind-bending sound design once again, while going extra hard this time with the help of sinister vocal samples and huge drum sounds.
GunFight has been positioning himself at the forefront of the bass music scene for some time now, with his versatile and busy release schedule having allowed him to receive praise from some of the industry’s most acclaimed publications and biggest artists. Originally hailing from Austin, Texas, GunFIght moved to Los Angeles late last year in order to take his burgeoning career to the next level, and certainly has a lot more exciting singles planned for the rest of the year.

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: GunFight Unleashes Hard-Hitting Dubstep Anthem, “Maniacal Inferno”
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rSUN unveils wonky trap tune, “On Top”

Coming out of Richmond, Virginia, rSUN is back with his latest creation, “On Top.”
The tune is a blistering combination of wonky trap beats and more ethereal, melodic synths to make this an engaging listening experience front to back.
Listen below.

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: rSUN unveils wonky trap tune, “On Top”
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Boxplot gives REAPER’s “Intercept” a thrashing tear out DnB remix ahead of full remix album

When I first started getting into drum & bass, I was digging deep. Around 2010-2012, Hospital and RAM Records were my go-tos, with artists like Camo & Krooked, Chase & Status, Delta Heavy, and Netsky populating most of my listening time. But, of course, I had to appreciate Pendulum, and with them, came knowledge of one of the subgenres of drum & bass: tear out. And with tear out, I found The Qemists.
Now, around a decade later, I’m heavily reminded of the in-your-face instrumentation and relentless bass with Boxplot’s new remix of “INTERCEPT” by REAPER, from his recent debut album, DISRUPTOR.
I was first made aware of Boxplot earlier this year when a friend sent me his debut album, Here & Now. The whole album blew me away.
So when I caught wind that the producer of one of my favorite albums of the year was remixing one of the biggest proponents of DnB in the states, to say my interest was piqued would be an understatement. And sure enough, when I finally heard the remix, my expectations were well met.
The full remix album for REAPER’s DISRUPTOR is out tomorrow, but you can listen to the Boxplot remix of “INTERCEPT” below now.

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Boxplot gives REAPER’s “Intercept” a thrashing tear out DnB remix ahead of full remix album
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Ferry Corsten Brings “What the F” to Los Angeles [Event Review & Interview]

Legendary trance producer/DJ Ferry Corsten recently brought his “What the F” show to Exchange in Los Angeles for a special open-to-close set. Fans were treated to a wonderful journey through more than two decades of trance as Ferry dropped his kitchen sink of productions that he’s been behind over the years.
Ferry started out with some System F and then weaved in and out of other iconic productions including his newer tracks on his own label Flashover and some classic Armada tracks too. Not only was the evening an epic journey through Ferry’s career, it was also a fascinating look at how dance music (specifically trance) has changed over the years.
We got the chance to have a brief chat with Ferry prior to the show. We talked about what Ferry has been up to over the past couple of years, his thoughts on music and the industry and a preview of what’s to come
Hey Ferry! Thanks for chatting with us. A lot has happened since the last time we talked. Tell us what you’ve been up to, how music production is going, and what’s kept you going and inspired?
“I guess the first thing that came out right after the pandemic hit was my ambient album, FERR. So, I got a lot of questions like are you a time reader, was that on purpose? Since there’s a pandemic, people would listen to more chill stuff? But, that was just a coincidence, I was already working on that stuff. On the road, basically, getting away from the four x four stuff. When I was on the plane, just putting some mellow stuff together. And before I knew it, I had an album worth of tracks. So, that came out, after that I’ve been working on…well, basically for 2020, the What the F’ tour I’m doing now. That was already planned for 2020, so I was already working on that a little as well. And, of course, that fell through, so I put it aside for a while. Hoping for 2021, but that didn’t happen either.
So, in the meantime, yeah, what did I do? I’ve just been releasing tracks, but it’s weird to be in the studio. Everyone works differently, right? But, for me, it was different to be working on dance music or trying to work on banging tracks when there’s no purpose. There’s no dance floor, no festivals. So, I really enjoyed doing some of the more mellow stuff, because, I really felt for me personally, that was what my vibe was throughout the two years, I guess. So, I released a bunch of more mellow tracks, I’d say, and then, all of a sudden, the flood gates are open again and it’s full steam ahead. So, before I knew it, I had like, oh yeah, but Ferry, you also have your promised What the F dates coming up again, and you still have to put the show together. So, it’s like, ah, okay.
So, I went into the studio, just worked on that, because to go through 20 years of tracks, you know, that was quite a mission. There was so much music to go through; which is playable, which is something I want to play, what is a track that I want to play but doesn’t sound good anymore, it needs an update. Did a lot of that, as well. Some of the older tracks that are cool when you listen to them solo, but, if you listen to them in a set next to very up to date tracks, very new tracks; they just sound, sonically, they sound old. So, I’ve been updating them, reproducing them, to make it match with today’s punch if you will.
So, yeah, that was a good two-and-a-half months of production and putting it together. Also, you have to tell a story, you have to stay interesting for about six hours. And, I didn’t want to do a chronological thing. It’s not like, oh yeah, the old tracks come at the end. But, yeah, it was quite a mission to get it started. But, yeah, in a nutshell, that’s my two years.”
Last time we talked, you were about to embark upon a What the F Tour. That’s finally going to happen now. Tell us what fans can expect from you on the road this summer and fall.
“There’s four more dates coming up, I’ve got San Francisco and LA, and I’ve got Washington DC and Chicago. But, then there’s Norway, there’s Ibiza, there’s some Asian stuff we’re working on.”
How’s it been back out at festivals? Does it feel normal again to you?
“It’s almost like slipping back into autopilot in a way, in terms of doing the festivals. But, playing the music, for me, to be honest is quite a bit of a new thing, a different thing. Because so much has happened, music has changed a lot. A lot of stuff has become, and what I feel connected to has become a lot deeper. But, yeah, it’s interesting to see the new sounds that are big right now versus three years ago. Obviously, main stage is still EDM, it’s still the same thing, but the rest, there’s a lot of changes going on. Techno is huge right now, of course, but, also, I don’t even know what to call it. In my book, it’s noted as trance, but very progressive, and slow, but the stuff like Artbat, that sound is just something that I feel attracted to, and inspired and interested by. So, yeah, it’s interesting to see where this year is taking me personally with my sound.”
What trends have you been noticing in dance music and in music in general? It feels like people are yearning for the old days kind of.
“Yeah, there’s definitely a little nostalgia thing going on. I really think that is something that developed through the pandemic, through lock down. You know, there’s nothing to look forward to, so you look back, right? I think for example, Dave Dresden, with his whole, every night or every week he had his stream where he was playing old stuff. So, that’s a good example of what was going on, and you really hear that now as well. A lot of the stuff that’s coming out right now, it has this sort of like early-2000s, maybe even late 90s type of vibe to it, which is very interesting as well. That’s another sort of new thing that I’ve been hearing a lot lately. Where, before the pandemic you would say, ‘Oh, man, that sounds dated and old school.’ You know, too old. Now, it’s the cool thing!”
At this stage of your career, what else would you like to accomplish? How do you stay relevant and on top of things after 20 years?
“I don’t know, that’s a tough one, I don’t really think I can just put my finger on it. And, in fairness, that would be really easy as well. I mean, where would I want to go? I did my last album Blueprint back in 2016-2017. It was the one with the narration and the whole story. I kind of want to revisit that concept again. Not that I’m going to Blueprint Vol. 2, I don’t really think that you can…If you do something, the follow-up is always…it has to be really good for it to be better than the first. So, instead of doing a follow-up, it’s something completely different. But, the actual concept of doing a story again, I really, really enjoyed doing that album because of all of its facets. That was the album, you know? The artwork, the story, just the whole thing, I felt like I was making a movie without picture. So, yeah, going back there again would be awesome. That’s definitely something I would want to do again.
I’ve done a score for a movie called ‘Don’t Go.’ I’d love to do that again. Making music is one thing, but making music or composing to an actual picture, it’s a whole different ball game. And just the process itself was really cool too. Obviously, the pictures that you’re watching and knowing what the storyline is, that already brings an emotion in its own right. Then, you add the music to it, and it’s like, wow, it’s amazing.”
As the world is getting back to normal, have you started reaching out to other trance producers trying to figure out some collabs or bangers going forward?
“Yeah, I really feel like doing collabs is a good way to get yourself, sort of switched on again. All the guys you work with, they bring ideas to the table, and so do you, for them, so you feed off of each other really well. I’ve just been in the studio with Markus Schulz, there’s something cool coming up with him. I’ve been talking to Ilan again and a few other guys, but I’ll keep that under wraps for now.”
Thanks Ferry, appreciate taking the time to chat with us. Any advice or messages for the fans?
“Yeah, well, I hope to see you all at the ‘What the F’ shows, especially for the people who have been following me for a while, you will be served your favorite meal.”
Check out the latest from Ferry Corsten, “You Can’t Stop Me” out now on Flashover/Armada. If you missed out on What the F, check out his 3-hour What the F! Special Ferry did a couple months back.

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Ferry Corsten Brings “What the F” to Los Angeles [Event Review & Interview]
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7 Best EDM Side Projects That We Want To Come Back

Electronic music has been around long enough for some pretty well-established producers today to have shed their past aliases or begin new side projects. The difference between an alias and a side project is amorphous to the point that they’re generally synonymous, but inevitably they leave behind a fanbase that craves new material as the main project flourishes.
Spor was the drum & bass alias for Feed Me. Kill The Noise used to go by Ewun. LSDREAM used to be Twonk founder Brillz. Champagne Drip used to go by SPL and release some fantastic drum & bass. The list goes on. Below, we’ve chosen some of our favorite lesser-active or fully retired side projects that we’d love to see make a comeback.
Virtual Self
At the top of the list to no one’s surprise is Virtual Self, the side project from Porter Robinson. With only one EP under its belt, released in 2017, the project still holds a special place in many fans’ hearts. As Porter began working on his next album, Nurture, released last year, VS was put on the back burner, even as he debuted yet another alias Air2Earth specifically meant to open up his own shows to encourage fans to arrive early to catch the openers.
Still, if we were to get another track like “Ghost Voices” or “Particle Arts,” you wouldn’t hear anyone complaining.

I Am Legion
This short lived side project from Noisia and Foreign Beggars will almost certainly never see the light of day again, as Foreign Beggars split up in 2019 after 17 years, and Noisia just played their final show earlier this month, after postponing their breakup 2 years because of the pandemic.
The no-brainer combination of classic UK grime and inimitable drum & bass and breaks spawned one, self-titled album, I Am Legion, that sounds as fresh and technically impressive today as when it came out 9 years ago. “Make Those Move” and “Choosing For You” continue to be underappreciated hits in the zeitgeist, and the 16-track album still inspires nostalgia when I think to listen to it again year to year.

Dog Blood
This special project that brought together the talents of Skrillex and Boys Noize made its first appearance way back in 2012 with a 2-track EP, Next Order/Middle Finger and was swiftly followed up the following year with Middle Finger Pt. 2, including a sequel to the EP title track, two new singles including “Chella Ride,” and remixes from The M Machine and Millions Like Us.
It would be another 5 years before the two got back in the studio together as they released Turn Off The Lights, not to be confused with the recent remix by Fred again.. and Swedish House Mafia, “Turn On The Lights Again..”
With Skrillex spending more time in the studio with Fred again.. and Four Tet, and Boys Noize off doing his own thing after releasing his latest album +/- last year, it’s unclear when we’ll see this project release again.


Abraxis
Seven Lions is currently promoting his forthcoming debut album, which is coming out later this year, and will inevitably have an associated tour in 2023, so unless there’s a collaboration with Dimibo on the album, who knows when the two will have time for the next standalone Abraxis release.
Of all the side projects in this list, Abraxis has released most recently, with their latest single coming out just last year, and even featuring on 10 Years Of Seven Lions with a special remix of “The Blood.”
While psytrance has a devoted underground following, few have made the genre available to the mainstream like Infected Mushroom or Abraxis.

Destroid
Like Virtual Self, this list would not be complete without Destroid, the massive, live-show combination of Excision, Downlink, and KJ Sawka. Because of Excision’s solo career blowing up, coupled with the insane price of touring with so much gear, the project ceased to tour many years ago. However, they did revive the project for one show in 2017 for the very first Lost Lands Music Festival.
The trio released one album in 2013 and was so short-lived that there isn’t even an official Spotify page for the group. In fact, on the album, most tracks just list Excision and collaborators, with “Destroid” merely in the track titles, omitting Downlink and KJ Sawka from the credits for the unaware. (Editor’s note: this almost certainly was due to limitations of Spotify’s own tagging system and API back in 2013 and was in no part meant to intentionally diminish the project’s collaborator’s contributions.)
Even if it was just for one night again, we’d love to see this project make a comeback.

Kill The Zo
Kill The Zo, the incredibly short-lived collaboration from Kill The Noise and Mat Zo, first debuted in 2014 with “Part I.” (The song only became available on Spotify in 2017, along with a remix from Kraysh.) In 2017, the two released a remix for Big Gigantic. To date, these are the only two songs credited under Kill The Zo, though they’ve worked together one other time, as co-collaborators on Bad Company UK’s 2018 album, Ice Station Zero, for the title track.
As two of the most technically impressive artists around today, hearing another official collaboration from the project would be an incredible treat.

SPOON Ü
While Spoon Ü, the parodic side project of Dillon Francis and Porter Robinson introduced in the trailer for HARD Summer 2015, has never been recognized as an official collaboration, that hasn’t stopped fans from asking for some real music for years.
 
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This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: 7 Best EDM Side Projects That We Want To Come Back
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G Jones Announces ‘ILLUSORY TRACKS’ EP, First Single Out Friday [PREVIEW]

It’s only been about 3 months since the last EP from G Jones, Acid Disk 2, but you should be getting ready for the next one.

ILLUSORY TRACKS is dropping “before the end of 2022” and the first single, “OPERATOR,” is coming out this Friday, August 26.
Scroll down for a preview of the track being dropped live.


 
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This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: G Jones Announces ‘ILLUSORY TRACKS’ EP, First Single Out Friday [PREVIEW]
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Bandsintown launches free tools to help artists own fan relationships

If you aren’t intimately familiar with a city’s local concert and live music scene, you might visit sites like Songkick or Bandsintown to find out who’s playing where. On the artist side, this provides musicians and teams with powerful tools to more accurately engage their most devoted fans. And as a growing artist, knowledge and data are power.
Last week, Bandsintown launched its new Fan Management Suite on its Bandsintown for Artists platform. These free CRM tools give artists the ability to build and engage a live audience and sell more tickets by enabling them to own fan data, build mailing lists, grow their Bandsintown following, and promote shows, music, merch and more.  
With algorithms on social media constantly changing (or in the case of Twitter, mostly leaving virality to chance), consistent and meaningful engagement is incredibly important to track. Artists using Bandsintown’s new Fan Management Suite retain full ownership of their fan relationships and have a direct line of communication to them without filters, algorithms, or costs all within a single artist-friendly platform.
“There is no sustainable future for artists without the ability to own their first party data,” said co-founder and managing partner of Bandsintown, Fabrice Sergent. “Reaching fans is getting harder than ever as social algorithms become more unpredictable, web cookies disappear and platforms come and go. That’s why having a direct connection to fans is critical for artists. Bandsintown is the best companion to help our 560,000 artists superserve their most engaged fans, the concertgoers.”
Even someone with an already-existing massive fanbase like Post Malone was able to gain more than 5,000 new fan contacts in 1 week after announcing his new tour with the Bandsintown Widget embedded on his website. Those are not contacts that may or may not see news about shows based on algorithms. Post Malone, and any other artists, can directly engage with those fans to make sure they receive meaningful news directly to their inboxes.
To learn more about Bandsintown for Artists and Bandintown’s Fan Management Suite, visit https://www.artist.bandsintown.com/. 
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Bandsintown launches free tools to help artists own fan relationships
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TIDAL Launches Music School, Courses For Kids & Beginners, History & Musicology

TIDAL might not be the world’s favorite streaming service, or second, or even fifth… but the high fidelity music platform is still intent on providing tools and resources to the music lovers among us. This past Monday, TIDAL launched Music School, a new learning hub to provide subscribers with captivating playlists inspired by unique genres and geographic locations.
Content in the new learning hub will expand TIDAL’s existing 101 playlist series, highlighting the origins and history of the music and instruments that shape the most popular sounds of today. Music School will be home to TIDAL’s expertly curated editorial content designed to expand members’ knowledge and appreciation across genres – members can expect playlists to be refreshed and expanded on a regular basis.
Music School Hub Components:
FOR KIDS: Playlists that provide introductions to music genres (without explicit language/themes) for kids through fun and engaging songs including classics such as “Life Is a Highway” by Rascal Flatts, “Try Everything” by Shakira, “U Can’t Touch This” by MC Hammer, & more! GENRE FOR BEGINNERS: 20 foundational tracks from all major genres including Country, Metal,  Dance, K-Pop, Folk & Americana. GEOGRAPHY FOR BEGINNERS: 20 tracks from markets across the globe selected by local editors to serve as an introduction to music from around the world including Croatia, Brazil, Ireland, Canada, and more. DIVE DEEPER: Playlists that serve as an introduction to 90+ sub-genres—from Drill Rap (“Welcome to the Party” by Pop Smoke) to Latin Jazz (“Mambo Gozon” by Tito Puente) to Death Metal (“Slowly We Rot” by Obituary). MUSICOLOGY: Playlists that explore how famous instruments—like the Gibson SG guitar, the Fender Rhodes electric piano, and even the cowbell—have been used in music throughout the decades, across all genres. Songs featured in this category include “Dance The Night Away” by Van Halen, “Back In Black” by AC/DC, “All I Do” by Stevie Wonder, and more! “While music trends change, the foundational sounds highlighted throughout these playlists will continue to shape music for years to come. As listeners, knowing this history builds a deeper appreciation and elevates the connection between artists & fans,” said Tony Gervino, TIDAL’s EVP & and Editor-In-Chief of Programming and Editorial. “Through content like the Music School, we’re doubling down on our mission to put artists and music fans first by creating new ways to listen to and discover new music.”
You can visit TIDAL to learn more.
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: TIDAL Launches Music School, Courses For Kids & Beginners, History & Musicology
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Your EDM Premiere: Forbidden Society’s New EP Determined to Make You Dance Until Your ‘Last Breath’

Despite not technically being over, the COVID health crisis and all the mess that went with it is starting to feel like a distant memory. Festival season resumed in full force this summer, the surviving retailers, restaurants and clubs more or less got back to fully operational and people are attempting to pick up where they left off when the lockdowns started. That doesn’t mean, however, that we’ve seen the last of COVID-inspired art.
There are still loads of releases coming out that were either made during the height of the pandemic or are a reminder of its lingering effects. Or maybe, as is likely the case with Forbidden Society’s upcoming EP Dystopia which drops next Wednesday, August 31 on his Forbidden Society Recordings imprint, they are warnings that it could easily happen again.
Out this Friday, August 26, it’s nearly impossible to escape the now-familiar feeling of a post-apocalyptic world Forbidden Society creates with Dystopia. The track names alone are enough to conjure up those none-too-distant memories. “Distanced,” “Last Breath,” “Trapped?” Is he trying to give us all flashbacks? Fans can take heart, however, as the sounds on the afore-mentioned viscerally names tracks are not all scary and completely without hope. While the intros are generally pretty ominous, there’s a lighthearted minimalism to the beats in the opening two tracks.
In the title track, though there’s loads of desolate sound design and and the rolling sub synth has a definite warmth to it. “Distanced” also connotes a sort of empty feeling with its sound design, which is a sort of fog of quiet that settles over the largely liquid track. We all remember this feeling of being distanced, looking out onto empty cities and towns but seeing small glimmers of life in our neighbors’ windows as the world waited in its induced coma. There were points of light even then.
Forbidden Society has stuch more to drum & bass in Dystopia than in other recent releases, with even the non-D&B tracks being halftime and D&B-adjacent rather than 174 techno or one of his other more experimental machinations. “Trapped” and “0606” are still plenty experimental, however, and plenty on-theme for Dystopia. “Trapped” is almost a performance piece of the psychology of feeling trapped. Chaotic, full of tension and industrial-inspired, it’s yet again another track many can relate to when the lockdowns got to be too much. “0606,” meanwhile, brings a good dose of FS’s characteristic dark bass as it closes out the EP.
One last track and the bridge between the D&B and 140 halves of Dystopia is our YEDM premiere, “Last Breath.” No guessing needed for what this one’s likely about. An homage to those who lost their lives in the pandemic or still have breathing problems post-COVID, “Last Breath” is also a message to those of us who survived: appreciate your life. And your lungs. Technically, this is where the heavily syncopated steel drum-style drums are introduced and become a theme for this EP and stylistically where, through the minimal beat structure, D&B and halftime meet.

FORBIDDENSOCIETY · Forbidden Society – Last Breath If it was indeed Forbidden Society’s intent to give us the journey of COVID in musical form with Dystopia, he’s done a bang-up job. From the progression of hope and rest that comes with the beginning tracks to the full physical toll hitting us in the middle to the frustration and madness that came as it all dragged on a bit too long. At one point or another, most people equated the pandemic with apocalypse, and in the middle it certainly did feel like that was where the planet was headed. Seemingly clear of global catastrophe for now, artistic works like Dystopia aren’t just a reminder of recent events and a way to process those feelings, but a secondary reminder of how quickly it could happen again. Here’s hoping we make the most of it.
Dystopia drops on Forbidden Society Recordings on Wednesday, August 31. Click here for streaming options or go to Beatport or FSrecs.com to purchase once it’s released.
 
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Your EDM Premiere: Forbidden Society’s New EP Determined to Make You Dance Until Your ‘Last Breath’
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Deathpact Set To Break The Multiverse With Four Simultaneous Shows In One Night

Almost two months ago, we reported a sighting of a second Deathpact appearing at HARD Summer. This followed a similar occurrence at Shambhala the previous week. Now, the multiverse itself seems to be splitting as the masked artist is embarking on his most ambitious endeavor yet.
Welcome to MIDHEAVEN. A simultaneous headline show event will see Deathpact in four cities on one night — Los Angeles, New York City, Vancouver, and Orlando.
So are there four Deathpacts now? Eight?? It remains to be seen whether these parallel universes will collide on the night or manage to maintain their independence. Either way, you probably want to be there to find out.
Deathpact will be joined by a stacked lineup of special guests including Effin, Hydraulix, Kumarion, Barnacle Boi, Coltcuts, Deadcrow and LYNY.
November 4th 2022 – Los Angeles, CA – 1720 Warehouse
November 4th 2022 – New York, NY – Webster Hall
November 4th 2022 – Vancouver, BC – Celebrities
November 4th 2022 – Orlando, FL – The Vanguard
Tickets go on sale through Deathpact’s pre-sale beginning Wednesday, August 24 at 10:00 AM local venue time at www.death-pact.com.
Tickets go on sale to the public on Friday, August 26, 2022 at 10:00 AM local venue time at www.death-pact.com.
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Deathpact Set To Break The Multiverse With Four Simultaneous Shows In One Night
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Zedd Performing “Clarity” Live With 50-Piece Orchestra For 10th Anniversary

Clarity, the debut album from Zedd featuring hits like “Shave It Up,” “Spectrum,” and “Clarity,” turns 10 years old this year.
Zedd has become an international star outside of just the dance music world, but all of his success can be traced back to this career-defining album and it’s only right to celebrate it in appropriate fashion. For one night only, Zedd will be performing Clarity front-to-back, live, with a 50-piece orchestra at The Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.
This is not the first time that EDM artists have paired with orchestras to enhance their intricate melodies — Above & Beyond, deadmau5, and Nero have all doen it, as well. But somehow, this time feels different.
Sign up for pre-sale here. Pre-sale: Thursday 10am. On-sale: Friday 10am.


This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Zedd Performing “Clarity” Live With 50-Piece Orchestra For 10th Anniversary
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The Chainsmokers Head To Colorado To Work On Next Album… New ILLENIUM Collab Incoming?

It’s only been three months since So Far, So Good, the most recent album from The Chainsmokers. Yet, never ones to rest on their laurels, the group has announced they’re already about to start work on their next album.
In a tweet yesterday, TCS said they were headed to Colorado to start working on the album and will be uploading “clips and things” for the next two weeks.”

And who else lives in Colorado that has worked with The Chainsmokers before? Yup, ILLENIUM.
The two previously collaborated on “Takeaway” with Lennon Stella off their albums World War Joy and ASCEND, respectively, both released in 2019. With three years and a whole global pandemic between then and now, the time seems right for them to get back into the studio. But nothing has been confirmed, and ILLENIUM is still on a pretty heavy tour schedule for about the next month, so getting together might prove inconvenient.
Listen to their one and only collab again below.

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: The Chainsmokers Head To Colorado To Work On Next Album… New ILLENIUM Collab Incoming?
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Shazam turns 20: new milestones, fun stats and a special playlist

Whether you’ve been guilty of it yourself or silently judged someone for doing it, holding up Shazam at a concert can be a sometimes embarrassing experience. That being said, pretty much everyone has done it at some point and often times you just need to figure out what that song is! Perhaps you’ve just forgotten the title or artist, or it’s a new song you just need to have in your playlists, Shazam is often the quickest way to identify what a song is out in the wild outside of just asking someone next to you.
Last week, Shazam celebrated its 20th birthday, which seems impossible. But yes, it really has been around since 2002, pre-dating the first iPhone by about five years. The app is used by more than 225 million global monthly users and has officially surpassed 70 billion song recognitions, making it an undisputed mainstay in music culture.
Masked Wolf, who was one of Shazam’s 5 Artists to Watch in 2021 and ended up having the most Shazamed track globally that year with “Astronaut In The Ocean,” said, “The fact that people all over the world took time out of their day to pull out their phone and Shazam my songs is a huge honor for me as an artist. You know you’ve got something special if you see the Shazam stats moving.”
Check out the official 20 Years Of Shazam Hits playlist from Apple Music below, and keep scrolling for important dates, notable firsts, and breakdowns by genre.

Important Dates
August 2002: Shazam launches as a text message service based in the UK. At the time, users could identify songs by dialing “2580” on their phone and holding it up as a song played. They were then sent an SMS message telling them the song title and the name of the artist. July 2008: Shazam launches on the brand-new App Store. Shazam later launched its Android version in October 2008. April 2015: Shazam becomes available on the first Apple Watch. September 2018: Shazam joins the Apple family. June 2021: Shazam surpasses 1 billion Shazams per month. May 2022: Shazam surpasses 2 billion lifetime installs. August 2022: Shazam celebrates 20 years of music discovery and hits 70 billion all-time Shazams. Notable Firsts
First-ever Shazamed song: “Jeepster” by T. Rex (April 19, 2002)1 First Shazamed song on the iOS app: “How Am I Different” by Aimee Mann (July 10, 2008) First track to reach 1,000 Shazams: “Cleanin’ Out My Closet” by Eminem (September 2002) First track to reach one million Shazams: “TiK ToK” by Ke$ha (February 2010) First track to reach 10 million Shazams: “Somebody That I Used to Know” by Gotye feat. Kimbra (December 2012) First track to reach 20 million Shazams: “Prayer In C (Robin Schulz Radio Edit)” by Lilly Wood & The Prick and Robin Schulz October 2015) First artist to hit 1 million Shazams: Lil Wayne (February 2009) First artist to hit 10 million Shazams: Lil Wayne (June 2011) First artist to hit 100 million Shazams: David Guetta (May 2015) Fastest Tracks to Accumulate Shazams
Fastest track to reach 1 million Shazams: “Butter” by BTS (nine days) Fastest track to reach 10 million Shazams: “Shape of You” by Ed Sheeran (87 days) Fastest track to reach 20 million Shazams: “Dance Monkey” by Tones And I (219 days) Most Shazamed of All Time
Drake is the most Shazamed artist of all time with over 350 million Shazams across songs the artist has led or featured on. “One Dance” is Drake’s most popular track at over 17 million Shazams. “Dance Monkey” by Tones And I is the most Shazamed song ever with over 41 million Shazams. “Crazy” by Gnarls Barkley was the most Shazamed song using the “2580” text service. Top Shazamed Songs by Genre
Top Hip-Hop/Rap: “Can’t Hold Us” by Macklemore and Ryan Lewis feat. Ray Dalton Top Dance: “Prayer In C (Robin Schulz Radio Edit)” by Lilly Wood & The Prick and Robin Schulz Top R&B/Soul: “All of Me” by John Legend Top Latin: “Mi Gente” by J Balvin and Willy William Top Pop: “Let Her Go” by Passenger Top Alternative: “Dance Monkey” by Tones And I Top Singer/Songwriter: “Take Me to Church” by Hozier This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Shazam turns 20: new milestones, fun stats and a special playlist
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Local deputies believe mass shooting avoided at Gorge Amphitheater

Possible disaster was avoided this weekend at the Gorge Amphitheater where Bass Canyon is currently underway. According to a report from the Grant County Sheriff’s Office, a man was stopped by venue security and afterward arrested by police after he was seen inhaling an unknown gas from a balloon and then loading two 9mm pistols.
The man was allegedly asking concertgoers when the show ended and where people would be exiting from.
“Citizens and security notified deputies around 9 p.m. of a man in the parking lot,” the report states. “Witnesses’ suspicions were raised when they saw the man inhale an unknown substance or gas from a balloon and then load two 9mm pistols from the trunk of his car. The man concealed one pistol in the rear of his waistband and the other in an outside-the-waistband holster. The suspect, later identified as 30-year-old Jonathan R. Moody of Ephrata, approached concertgoers, asking what time the concert ended and where people would be exiting the venue. ”
It continues, “Moody did not make access inside the venue. Venue security detained Moody outside of the venue gates and disarmed him of the two loaded 9mm pistols. After investigating, deputies arrested Moody on suspicion of one count of possession of a dangerous weapon and one count of unlawful carrying or handling of a weapon. Moody was lodged in the Grant County Jail.”
We’re grateful for the quick action of both venue staff and the local sheriff’s deputies on site. Thankfully, no one was injured and the show continues today and tomorrow.
 
Photo via Rukes.com
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Local deputies believe mass shooting avoided at Gorge Amphitheater
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