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Seven Lions shares latest album single “Call On Me” featuring Vancouver Sleep Clinic

Earlier this summer, Seven Lions surprised fans by wiping his socials and later revealing he will be releasing his first ever artist album Beyond The Veil this fall. The full-length LP is set for release on Seven Lions’ own Ophelia Records imprint on October 21.
“Call On Me” is dance music leader Seven Lions’ second single from his highly anticipated debut studio album. Filmic, room-filling chords envelop tender lyrics and vocals by Australian singer/songwriter Vancouver Sleep Clinic. Seven Lions merges a more indie and folk sensibility on “Call On Me” – a brief and well-executed departure from the gritty nature of first single “Every Time.”
The new single reveals another glimpse Beyond The Veil, as Seven Lions fans patiently wait for the full-length album to come this fall. Listen below!

Seven Lions North American Tour Dates
Sat, Sept 3, North Coast Music Festival 2022 – Bridgeview, IL
Sun Sept 4, 2022 Electric Zoo Festival 2022 – New York City, NY
Fri, Sept 9,  Wildwood Outdoor Education Center – Lacygne, KS
Thur, Sep 15, Imagine Festival – Atlanta, GA
Fri, Sep 16, Vanguard – Orlando, FL
Fri, Sep 23, The Metropolitan NightClub – New Orleans, LA
Sat, Sep 24, Firefly Festival – Dover, DE
 
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This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Seven Lions shares latest album single “Call On Me” featuring Vancouver Sleep Clinic
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This 11-year-old Hudson Mohawke track is going viral for the most insane reason

Late last night, I was laying in bed doom scrolling on Twitter and came across this post. Intrigued, I read through it.
tl;dr a boyfriend has had a love making playlist with his girlfriend for 2 years to help with his “natural rhythm” and she just let him know that she hates one of the songs.

Now, I don’t know where this guy found this music or what rhythm he’s going for, but the song in question is “Cbat” by Hudson Mohawke, which came out in 2011. Listen below.

As you might imagine, the reaction from the EDM community has been visceral. Hudson Mohawke is an incredible producer (go listen to his latest album), but an example of rhythm for sex he is not (typically, “King Kong Beaver” might be someone’s speed).
Still, HudMo has leaned into the meme. His current artist pick on Spotify is “Cbat” with the caption, “stroke game…” His current bio on Twitter reads, “‘Cry Sugar’ is better for sex.” And then there’s the TikToks.


After last week’s EDM Twitter drama with Getter and Excision, this provides some much-needed levity.
 
Photo by Jonnie Chambers
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: This 11-year-old Hudson Mohawke track is going viral for the most insane reason
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RL Grime x Hex Cougar, Holly x Baauer, & more feature on Sable Valley Summer Vol. 3

The latest Sable Valley Summer compilation is officially out today, featuring 14 new tracks from some of bass music and trap’s hottest rising stars and known names.
Where in the past two volumes, RL Grime has led the compilation with fresh collaborations with Whethan and Montell2099, respectively, this time Vol. 3 starts with “Silo” with Hex Cougar and fknsyd. Frenetic arps and echoing vocals give this collaboration plenty of energy with an underlying sense of, almost, unease.
Other artists on the compilation include a long-awaited collab from Holly and Baauer, their first since “Just Enough” on Holly’s 2020 album, Dark Skies & Holy Grail. ODEA & Squired, VILLA & juuku, Jon Casey & Oddly Godly, and Altare & Davyn round out the collabs, with other solo contributions from Saka, X&G, Congrol Freak, Ivoryghost, LYNY, SSOS, TWONSKi, and REMNANT.exe.
Check out the full compilation below! Tickets to RL Grime Presents Halloween: Dead Space at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles this Halloween season are still available here.

 
Photo via Rukes.com from AMF
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: RL Grime x Hex Cougar, Holly x Baauer, & more feature on Sable Valley Summer Vol. 3
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Nicky Romero & EDX Team Up for Dark Progressive Gem “Out of Control”

Nicky Romero continues his hot streak, dropping another highly anticipated single, “Out of Control.” Teaming up with Italian-Swiss DJ/Producer EDX, “Out of Control” sees Nicky return to his more club-oriented, progressive sound he’s been pursuing lately. As far as I can tell, this is the first collab between the two producers, and the results can’t be argued with.
The track opens up with some light pads and the emotional vocal. The song is about one of those toxic romances that we all have a tough time getting away from.
“My head says I should be leaving.
But, my heart don’t want me to go.
You play me hot and cold like a fever.
And my love runs out of control.”
After two renditions of the chorus, we got the monstrous drop, with throbbing kick drums, a driving synth progression and a groove that is sure to ignite the dancefloor. “Out of Control” has become a mainstay in Nicky Romero’s sets from Ultra Miami through to Tomorrowland. Now, the track is available to everyone.
Check out the latest from Nicky Romero and EDX, “Out of Control,” out now on Spinnin’. Re-live Nicky’s most recent live performance at this year’s Tomorrowland too!

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Nicky Romero & EDX Team Up for Dark Progressive Gem “Out of Control”
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R3HAB and Laidback Luke Talk New Single “Weekend on a Tuesday” and NFT Venture [Interview]

It’s always a wonderful occasion when two huge names in dance music join forces. That’s just what happened when R3HAB and Laidback Luke released their first ever track together “Weekend on a Tuesday” last month. Despite their deep roots in dance music and both being from the Netherlands, the two legendary producers had never collaborated together.
Enter “Weekend on a Tuesday;” a thoroughly modern dance track featuring moody, distorted vocals over a club-ready bassline and beat. The release also launches anotherblock – a transparent music royalty NFT marketplace, where every holder of “Weekend On A Tuesday” NFT will get a share of streaming revenues from the single.
We got the chance to have a chat with the R3HAB (Fadil El Ghoul) and Laidback Luke (Lucas Van Scheppingen) about their latest track, their recent NFT venture, getting back out on the road and music trends. Interview below.
Hey Fadil, hey Luke! Thanks so much for talking with us. First off, tell us about the song “Weekend on a Tuesday.” How did it come about? Was it something you guys got in the studio together? And, why has it taken so long for you guys to work together on a track?
R3HAB: “Luke and I have known each other for years and are constantly crossing paths at festivals around the globe. The connection has always been there, but the right moment and record didn’t come until ‘Weekend On A Tuesday’. We feel like it was worth the wait.”
Laidback Luke: “Thank you for having us! It was a demo I had laying around for a little bit. I had been in love with the vocal but honestly was kind of stuck with the project. We had been in touch with R3Hab and his team and it felt like the right track to propose to him. I’m not sure why it has taken so long for us to work together, we’ve known each other for a really long time! I’m very thankful it finally happened.”
What types of songs and musicians have been inspiring you guys lately? What musical trends have you each been noticing? I feel like there is a lot of nostalgia out there lately.
R: “Speaking of nostalgia, I really enjoy flipping older songs into a fresh version infused with the current sounds of the dance space. Those older songs keep on inspiring me, especially the songs I grew up with that I still listen to on a daily basis. I continue finding new melody, topline and production approaches by just listening.”
LL: “I think we see nostalgia everywhere nowadays. It might just be a safe space for people to grab back to and to experience the present modern times through a solidified lens like that. With me it’s all about a vibe at the moment. I’m trying to combine tech house beats with playful and crazy sounds which is typically a throwback-origin-Dutch-house type of sound.”
How does it feel to be back out touring and playing festivals? Does it feel like we’re back to normal out there yet?
R: “There’s nothing like the energy of an open air festival in the summer, and more importantly, seeing all the people smiling and enjoying the music. In the end, I make music for my fans, so it feels insanely good to play in front of them again.”
LL: “It feels so so nice being amongst people again and feeding off of that live energy! The touring is still not there where it used to be for me, but honestly, it’s just right for where I’m at at this moment in time, trying to balance life and touring out properly this time.”
Not to get too into the weeds on it, but “Weekend on a Tuesday” allows fans to earn streaming revenue on the track through an NFT marketplace. Can you give us just a brief explanation of how it works and what attracted you guys to NFTs as well?
R: “This is both of our first NFT project, and we are so excited that it sold out in its first hour. There are many different kinds of NFTs on the market right now, but I am most excited for the potential of royalty sales like this one. Essentially, fans get to invest in their favorite artists and are rewarded when a record succeeds. In a world where you can buy a lot of things that you can’t touch or hear, I’m excited to offer something that you get to own and hold onto forever.”
LL: “In anotherblock’s case, these NFTs carry a real world value, with streaming rights attached to it, that enable the holders to receive income when streamed- alongside the artists. So when the track generates income due to streams, the NFT holders also receive a part of this income. With this NFT we give the buyers a possibility to be an integral part our ‘Weekend On A Tuesday’ project. And that’s also what attracts me to NFTs, that sense of being a bigger part of something, rather than just simply consuming the product.”
It’s crazy to think that it’s almost September and festival season is winding down. What do each of you have planned for the rest of the year and what can fans look forward to?
R: “I have a few long awaited collaborations planned, which I’m really looking forward to. I’ve got more on the way that, like Luke, are pillars in the dance world.”
LL: “There’s a few things up in the air for the rest of the year. But, this year has all been about the last minute bookings for me, so let’s see what comes up. Definitely lining up for Amsterdam Dance Event again though!”
Each of you has been in this scene for a long time. What keeps you guys motivated as artists and how do you keep evolving to stay fresh?
R: “This is more than just a job, producing and DJing is what I get the most energy from. I feel like I would keep up with both, even if I hadn’t reached this level. In the end, this is an inner motivation, fueled by the love of dance fans around the world.”
LL: “My constant mindstate is: ‘The best is yet to come’, even now! It’s a tricky one because it doesn’t make you very present, but it sure keeps that fire burning.”
Any words or advice for the fans?
R: “Keep dancing, keep smiling, stay happy and healthy.”
LL: “Make sure to bring that ‘Weekend On A Tuesday’ mentality, out to the weekend!”
Check out the latest from R3HAB and Laidback Luke, “Weekend on a Tuesday,” out now on CYB3RPVNK.
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: R3HAB and Laidback Luke Talk New Single “Weekend on a Tuesday” and NFT Venture [Interview]
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Sable Valley Summer Vol. 3 Out Tomorrow, with RL Grime x Hex Cougar, Holly x Baauer, X&G, and more

As it has been, as it will be. The annual Sable Valley Summer compilation is here to lead us out of the heat and into hoodie season, but not without getting you hot and sweaty in the clubs one last time this year. It’s all coming out tomorrow so you don’t have much time to prepare — thankfully most (if not all) of the artists have already revealed the tracklist for the compilation via social media.

Thankfully, u/SvenDixit on Reddit has compiled most of the posts on social media for the compilation, which includes singles from SSOS, ODEA x Squired, Holly x Baauer, REMNANT.exe, Saka, X&G, and more. We’re also finally getting an official collaboration between RL Grime and Hex Cougar featuring fknsyd, which should be incredible.
Pre-save here and stay tuned for 9p PT/12a ET to listen to it all!

Photo via Rukes.com for AMF
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Sable Valley Summer Vol. 3 Out Tomorrow, with RL Grime x Hex Cougar, Holly x Baauer, X&G, and more
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[Premiere] Effin Drops Newest Single “Playtime” On Disciple

After releasing mostly on Never Say Die (until their unfortunate closure earlier this year) and Deadbeats, Effin is back on Disciple for the first time since 2019 tomorrow with “Playtime.”
The last time Effin released with the label was on Round Table with Jayceeoh for “Level Up” in 2019. Comparatively, “Playtime” is far more flighty and light-hearted, but you’d be mistaken if you let the generic-sounding build lead you into a false sense of security.
Effin says of the tune, “‘Playtime’ builds like a big room house record but drops into a wall of bass and crunchy madness. It smashes a lot of my favorite genres and ideas together, and ended up being a crazy tune that is just as fun to play out as it was to make.”
Sure enough, the build could easily come from something in Marshmello’s camp with its punchy snares and sweet vocal leads and synths, but the drop is 100% filth. Still, the sweet elements permeate throughout to give the whole project a bit more variety and personality.
Listen below, and enter Effin’s giveaway here for a chance to win a limited edition 500-piece puzzle of the track art! “Playtime” is officially out everywhere on Disciple tomorrow.

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: [Premiere] Effin Drops Newest Single “Playtime” On Disciple
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Your EDM Premiere: Agro Finally Giving Access to His ‘Digital Armshouse’ of Bass [Sub-liminal]

Since he started the eternally cool and somewhat clandestine label Sub-liminal Recordings back in 2015, the artist known as Agro likely hasn’t had a lot of time for his own releases. Sub-liminal has been a champion of all things underground, finding artists and curating releases that the larger and more popular side of the D&B scene might miss. The Brighton-based label with Agro at the helm has given come-ups to the likes of Damage Report, Warhead, Flowdan and DJ Hybrid in its seven years of operation, and Agro contiunes to find bass gems in unlikely places.
In the imprint’s first couple of years, Agro did apear on many of Sub-liminal’s collab EPs as well as firing off a number of one-off or two-off single drops, but in the last couple of years, it seems he’d been focusing more on taking care of his artists. That is, until the last few months. With a string of collabs, a remaster and “Part 2” of his seminal 2017 track “Noise Complaint” and an EP teaser in the form of a Taxman remix of another Agro classic “Bad from Morning,” it seemed he was gearing up for something big.
Enter Agro’s upcoming EP, the aptly named Digital Armshouse, due out this Friday, September 2. Only Agro’s second EP on his own imprint since 2015, he’s released a number of EPs on other labels like Pick the Lock and Gradient, but this collection is rightfully at home with Sub-liminal. An epic six tracker, Digital Armshouse truly is an arsenal of bass weaponry Agro has likely been collecting and creating over time, waiting to unleash it on the world.
Contaning the afore-mentioned Taxman remix, a jumpy, jungle-laced compliment to the original “Bad from Morning” highlighting Flowdan’s tight-as-fuck flow skills, Digital Armshouse opens with an equally ameny title track which also has hints of darkstep. Agro’s style has always been about cheeky nods to the old school, combining elements like heavily syncopated snares and darker-than-dark bass in ways that make them sound modern and danceable for today’s crowd. That style is on full flex in Digital Armshouse, with each track tighter, steppier and amenier than the last.
Our YEDM premiere today may actually be the steppiest track on the EP, “I Blacked Out.” Dare we say bordering on modern jump up in its beat structure, “I Blacked Out” is surprisingly quite minimal in its composition once you break it apart. The things that make it feel more robust are the heavy sound design, snappy snares and another surprising element, a lovely drone which makes its appearance in the middle of each phrase. Who from any era of D&B doesn’t love a good drone? The amens are also minimal on this track, so that gives the bass elements space to really take over the track, marrying with the sample to create something a bit otherworldly and, with that drone in place, a musical equivalent to actually blacking out. Its soothing and dancefloor-friendly at the same time, and we’re here for it.

Agro · Agro – I Blacked Out (Your EDM Premiere) 02/09/22 Hopefully Digital Armshouse is the beginning of Agro releasing loads more once again on Sub-liminal Recordings, as his style is clearly suited to the label and in fact probably drives it more than he realizes. Either way, fans can always expect the impeccable A&R of Sub-liminal and the jaunty style of Agros for a long time to come, and they will most likely cross paths again. In the meantime, we have this Digital Armshouse stocked full of bass.
Digital Armshouse drops September 2 on Sub-liminal Recordings. Click here to pre-order of pre-save on multiple platforms or pre-order on Beatport.
 
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Your EDM Premiere: Agro Finally Giving Access to His ‘Digital Armshouse’ of Bass [Sub-liminal]
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Six-Year-Old Producer Goes Viral on TikTok For Recreating “Girl” by The Internet & Kaytranada

Greatness can materialize at any age, and especially with prodigies, it materializes early. Miles Bonham, aka milesmusickid, has been garnering attention on social media since he was four and has amassed 550K followers on Instagram, but his latest video on TikTok, where he has 186.4K followers on an account managed by his parents, is going absolutely viral.
The six-year-old plays guitar, keys, drums, and bass, sings, and uses Logic Pro as his DAW of choice. He also has perfect pitch, allowing him to compose and recreate music seemingly without a sweat. His latest video shows him recreating “Girl” by The Internet and Kaytranada with 5.7M views and nearly 1M favorites at time of publishing.
Over the course of about two minutes, he’s filmed working on the project, playing keys, working in the DAW adding effects and automation, and even sampling his own voice to, and I quote, “get that Kaytranada sound.”
Watch below and follow him here.

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Six-Year-Old Producer Goes Viral on TikTok For Recreating “Girl” by The Internet & Kaytranada
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Your EDM Premiere: Another Blast of ‘Toxic’ Bass from Tengu [Korsakov Music]

It’s not actually been a long time since Tengu’s Virtual Reality EP, which released on Korsakov Music in early June this year. Perhaps it’s the fact that he’s released quite a bit since then that makes it feel it’s past time for another partnership with the Dutch dancefloor label. Dancefloor speaks to dancefloor, after all.
Since that powerhouse EP, Tengu has released two tracks on Toronto Is Broken’s YANA Music imprint, a track on UKF’s most recent compilation EP and a collab with fellow Korsakover AL/SO on High Tea’s impressively diverse Jasmine series. All that work and we nonetheless feel it’s high time for another Tengu/Korsakov Music dancefest. Luckily, we’re about to get it.
The dual single “Toxic”/”Out the Way” drops this Friday, September 2 and shows Tengu’s own diversity in a way many fans will not expect. The ostensible b-side “Out The Way” features Whiskey Pete and is a tougher, heavier version of Tengu’s usually jumpy style. There’s a lot of sound design that makes this heavier sound possible: he uses an extremely interesting and possibly heretofore unheard echo effect to make the whole track sound like you’re listening to it inside the Thunderdome. With the starburst synths, the phrase-connecting sub synth and Whiskey Pete’s aggressive/bordering on meniacal vox, when the big surprise hits after the break, fans will be well and truly gobsmacked with this track.
Our YEDM premiere “Toxic” is more straighforward D&B but there’s a depth to this track that’s surprising as well. That backstage-at-a-bloodsport-arena vibe is back with more echo and cinematic sound design and a number of elements such as the ravey synths, the mixdown and the secondary and tertiary synth chords give a vintage techstep vibe without being too throwback about it. There’s defintely a releating theme to these two tracks with the overall design, and it would be incredibly cool to see them mixed together, perhaps with a cheeky Britney Spears sample mixed in as a nod to OG “Toxic.” Just a thought, DJs.

Korsakov Music · Tengu – Toxic – YEDM Premiere Even though Tengu and Korsakov Music seem like a predictable pairing because of their sharedlove of dancefloor, “Toxic” and “Out the Way” bring sounds and styles that will be surprising for fans of both the artist and the label. Fitting in perfectly with the moody march into fall gigs, there are endless mix and double drop possibilites for these tracks that will make the dancefloor shake like Mad Max is on his way.
“Toxic”/”Out the Way” drops on Friday, September 2 on Korsakov music. Pre-order avaialble on Beatport.
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Your EDM Premiere: Another Blast of ‘Toxic’ Bass from Tengu [Korsakov Music]
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DJ Carlo Ratto’s Drops Fresh Pop Anthem ‘Talking To You’

At first listen, Carlo Ratto’s latest drop may seem like just another cookie-cutter techno pop song. But upon closer inspection, there’s more to this track than meets the ear. The soaring piano chords and catchy vocals are reminiscent of early 2000s pop songs, while the powerful violin drops give the track a modern twist. In addition, the lyrics are both clever and relatable, making the song an instant earworm. Whether you’re looking for a feel-good summer anthem or a catchy tune to sing in the shower, Carlo Ratto’s latest drop is sure to please.

DJ Carlo Ratto is known for his high-energy releases, and his latest track is no exception, “Talking to You” is a call to arms, a declaration that demands attention.
Bouncing off the walls with a tightly wound reverb, colossal rolling kick drums bring a dense dominance to the release. The lead synth careens around the mix like a neon comet, leaving a sparkling trail of melody in its wake. This is audacious dance music that isn’t afraid to show its teeth. It’s the sound of an artist who knows exactly what he wants and isn't afraid to go for it. And we are all better for
it. The result is a track that is sure to get any party started. So, if you’re looking for a new anthem to add to your playlist, be sure to check out DJ Carlo Ratto’s latest release.
Ratto is the artist you want on the decks when you’re looking to get the party started. He’s got a well-earned reputation for getting crowds moving with his high-energy sets, and he knows how to read a room to keep the party going all night long. But it’s not just his dancing feet that make Ratto a top DJ – it’s also his carefully curated tracks. He has a knack for finding the perfect song to fit the mood, whether it’s a hands-in-the-air anthem or a slow jam to get people close on the dance floor. If you’re looking for an artist who knows how to get people
moving, Ratto is your man.
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: DJ Carlo Ratto’s Drops Fresh Pop Anthem ‘Talking To You’
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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.

 
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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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