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Your EDM Premiere: The Archer Drops Fresh, ‘Plastic’ Tech Remix

The Archer, a label owner located in Los Angeles, has an average of 37,000 monthly listeners on Spotify and other music streaming services who are devoted to techno and deep house. His latest remix of Melody’s Enemy “Plastic” showcases his hypnotic style of techno that is well-loved across the entire west coast.

By remixing Melody’s Enemy’s original track “Plastic” for their new EP, The Archer has shown that even a simple house music track can be transformed into something unique and exciting that appeals to any audience. This emerging producer may only be relatively new to the genre, yet his skillful production ability makes him one of its most respected producers. Enjoy the grooving, finely cut basslines and deep brass-like punchy lead melodies.
 
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Your EDM Premiere: The Archer Drops Fresh, ‘Plastic’ Tech Remix
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Playboy P is topping the charts with his single

New talent Playboy P has crafted an enticing artistry built around chilled vibes and emotive soundscapes. Showcasing his sonic versatility on recent releases “Speed Racer Playboy” and “Whole Ticket,” this rising act’s approach to Hiphop sees it come to life with a luscious side of pop.
Playboy p, whose love for music bloomed at a young age, has slowly and steadily built up not only his skills but his fanbase framed by a goal to bring uplifting messages to anyone listening.
Drawing inspiration from the likes of Lilbaby, Dababy, and Youngboy, catchy productions establish his capabilities and future led by evolving talent and consistent passion.

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Playboy P is topping the charts with his single
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GunFight Drops Heavy-Hitting Dubstep Single “Salvo”

One of bass music’s most exciting current trailblazers, GunFight is gearing up for a massive 2023. Hailing from Austin, Texas and now based in Los Angeles, the pioneering producer has been consistently releasing bangers over the past three years now, and isn’t looking to slow down anytime soon. After sharing his latest single “Maniacal Inferno” last August, which explored a frenetic and heavy dubstep atmosphere, GunFight has now just returned with “Salvo.”
The talented producer has received support from some of electronic music’s most acclaimed names, among them Lost Frequencies, Don Diablo, Zeds Dead, Jauz, Slushii, and more, and it’s not hard to see why. His production prowess is put on full display throughout “Salvo,” which combines cinematic ambiances with ruthless sound design while continuing to broaden GunFight’s futuristic and post-apocalyptic world.
 

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: GunFight Drops Heavy-Hitting Dubstep Single “Salvo”
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First-ever Rezz b2b Deadmau5 will headline VELD 2023

Coming from Canada, both Rezz and deadmau5 would obviously have a special connection with VELD, one of the biggest electronic music festivals in the country. This year, the two will headline together as REZZMAU5 for the first time, which she teased back in November — the announcement comes today before the full lineup is revealed tomorrow.
“I went to this festival when I was 16 and saw deadmau5 close it out, which inspired me to later make music myself,” Rezz wrote about the reveal on Twitter. “So this is entirely insane and a massive deal to me!!! Where else shall we bring this in the future?”
Check out the official announcement below and check back tomorrow for the full lineup!

 
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This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: First-ever Rezz b2b Deadmau5 will headline VELD 2023
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Skrillex drops fourth single of the month with Yung Lean and Bladee, “Real Spring”

In 2023 so far, Skrillex has been far more active in both releases and social media than in any other similar time period in the past few years. We’ve gotten a new official Discord server for fans, four releases, including today’s “Real Spring” with Yung Lean and Bladee, as well as indications that he’s dropping two albums, DGTC and QFF.
That’s a lot.
But we’re now getting a better idea of what it all means with the release of “Real Spring” today. The biggest indication that “Real Spring” and “Way Back” are related is the identical track art. The consensus is that they will be on DGTC which will act as more of a laidback, more melodic mixtape; in contrast, singles like “Rumble” and “Leave Me Like This” would appear on QFF as a throwback to his older styles.
Of course, this is all speculation for now, but Skrillex’s voracious fanbase often knows their favorite artist better than the general public so we’re willing to take some cues from the fans on /r/skrillex.
On top of today’s single, we also received teasers for new singles with Starrah, as well as a track that could be titled “Ceremony” with Palestinian singer Nai Barghouti potentially out as soon as next week. That doesn’t include tracks he’s played live with Missy Elliott and Mr. Oizo and another with ISOxo.
Until any of this is confirmed in real time, we’ll have to continue to pay attention and see what’s happening. For now, you can listen and watch the official video for “Real Spring” below.
 
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This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Skrillex drops fourth single of the month with Yung Lean and Bladee, “Real Spring”
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Rich Furniss Kicks Off 2023 With Groove House Tune That’s “Out of this World”

Rich Furniss is one of the hottest acts in house music right now. His sound is inspired by legendary DJs like Armand Van Helden, Derrick Carter, and Frankie Knuckles, fused together with a modern take that’s completely unique to Rich. His ability to blend the old school with the new is what has helped him build his name in his hometown of NYC and beyond.
On top of his expertise in sound design, Rich is known for his contagious energetic presence on stage. This DJ has dropped mesmerizing sets at Mayhem Fest, Miami Art Week, Governors Ball, Winter Music Conference, and more. Furthering his list of accomplishments, Rich is kicking off the new year with his single “Out Of This World”.
It’s yet again a brilliant song, this time partnering with good friends and local art legend, Smurfo. Smurfo delivers a captivating graphic that blends seamlessly with the auditory medium of “Out Of This World”, embracing the vibrant beat of the city and takes listeners into a world of their own. From the insatiable groove, to the infectious piano melodies, Rich brings it all together for a true hit.
We can’t wait to hear more of what’s in store for this rising star. Listen to “Out Of This World” below!

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Rich Furniss Kicks Off 2023 With Groove House Tune That’s “Out of this World”
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San Pacho Kicks Off Part 2 Of His NA Tour With Throwback Single “OYE”

Few artists are skyrocketing to stardom quite as quick as San Pacho. The solo tech/latin house artist finished off 2022 with the epic and defining As Long As We Have House EP, which received strong critical acclaim, alongside performing at EDC Orlando 2022, which was just one of many club and festival events through the year. He continues to prove just how talented he is with every release, garnering him a fanbase worldwide.
Now, he’s kicking off 2023 with his throwback single, “OYE”, an ode to N.O.R.E’s “Oye Mi Canto.” As expected, San Pacho adds his signature spicy edits to the classic with a swaying percussion, rumbling bass, and masterful vocal sampling – all without losing the integrity of what the original has to offer.
He’s also kicking off part two of his North American tour, hitting cities from NY to LA. If he comes near you, make sure to get a ticket!

SAN PACHO TOUR DATES
FEB 3 EOS LOUNGE, SANTA BARBARA, CA
FEB 4 FULTON 55, FRESNO, CA
FEB 10 AUDIO, SAN FRANCISCO, CA
FEB 11 CLUB VINYL, DENVER, CO
FEB 12 SOMEWHERE NOWHERE, NEW YORK, NY
FEB 17 NEWSPEAK, MONTREAL, QC
FEB 18 SPYBAR, CHICAGO, IL
FEB 19 ELIXIR, ORLANDO, FL
FEB 24 SUMMIT ROOFTOP, AUSTIN, TX
FEB 25 DARKSTAR, TEMPE, AZ
FEB 26 EDC MEXICO, MEXICO CITY, MX
MAR 22 THE GRAND (LOUNGE ROOM), BOSTON, MA
MAR 25 BEYOND WONDERLAND – NOS EVENT CENTER, SAN BERNARDINO, CA
 
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: San Pacho Kicks Off Part 2 Of His NA Tour With Throwback Single “OYE”
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Experience “Become”, the latest from the Brazilians Antdot and Meca together with Beacon Bloom


Meca and Antdot have joined forces once again to bring a track that combines their unique talents and creates a powerful synergy between them. Their latest release, “Become,” is the product of a meaningful relationship built on mutual respect and connection.
Their paths have been intertwined through music and a mutual admiration for each other’s work. It all started when Matheus Meca showed interest in Antdot’s tracks, incorporating them into his sets, and Antdot, a fan of Meca’s sets, quickly took notice.
To solidify their friendship, the two artists began working together, which led to the release of “Let U Go” in February 2019. The collaboration was so successful that it caught the attention of notable figures in the industry such as Vintage Culture.

As their connection grew stronger, they released several other works together, including “Anything” and “Sunshine” in 2019 and “Take Me Away” in 2020, which became their most successful track to date, with over 1 million plays on Spotify. In 2021, they released a follow-up with “Never Enough”

Performing at clubs and festivals around the world and occasionally participating in each other’s sets, such as the Só Track Boa live with Vintage Culture during the pandemic and Rock In Rio in 2022, the two reconnected and realized they had many shared ideas to explore since their last collaboration. They invited Beacon Bloom, a group with a similar style to Antdot, to add vocals to the track, resulting in an authentic sound that only Meca and Antdot could create.
“Become” is not only a musical partnership but also a friendship and affinity. The track was released under the Dawn Patrol Records label, recently joined by Antdot as a partner alongside Maz, which values artistic freedom and cultivates partnerships. The release marks a significant step in Antdot’s journey as he seeks new possibilities within the label.
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This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Experience “Become”, the latest from the Brazilians Antdot and Meca together with Beacon Bloom
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Break Science Release Spellbinding Single “Live Twice” ft. Niko Is

Pioneers of Colorado’s electronic music explosion, Break Science continues to soar ahead of the curve, with a decade-plus trendsetting the game. Steeped in filial traditions of East Coast hip hop, and futuristic soundwaves of the now, the Denver-based duo continues to scale creative mountains. Comprised of keyboardist/producer/jazz pianist Borahm Lee (Pretty Lights Live Band) and funk/hip-hop drummer extraordinaire Adam Deitch (Lettuce), Break Science traces roots to the embryonic seeds that flowered the electro-soul movement. The pair have consistently ascended the cutting edge of live dance music culture with an array of blistering live performances in any number of settings or configurations.
They are gearing up for a new EP, due Feb 2 titled Mecha Flora, and recently just released their second single, “Live Twice“. It’s captivating right from the start, inviting more upbeat tones and features Brazilian Rapper Niko Is backed by electro-soul elements. It’s impossible not to sway with the track as it takes you on a spellbinding journey with Robert Glasper esque feels from start to finish.
Listen below!
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This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Break Science Release Spellbinding Single “Live Twice” ft. Niko Is
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Riot Ten Unveils New Alias Riot Got Sauce With ‘SAUCED’ Vol. 1

Riot Ten has made his mark globally through his distinctive bass-heavy sound while
experimenting with hip-hop and trap music at its finest. He’s one of the top names in bass music who’s already accomplished so much, and shows no signs of slowing down. Now, he’s unveiled his latest alias, Riot Got Sauce, showcasing his passion and drive to experiment with a wide array of genres with the release of ‘SAUCED’ Vol 1 on January 23.  The six-track album displays his versatility and his skills in the studio. Featuring artists such as Kavai, JV Ryhmes, Hashu, and more, Riot Ten seamlessly weaves heartwarming vocals and pacifying melodies alongside an up-tempo twist Listen below!
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Riot Ten Unveils New Alias Riot Got Sauce With ‘SAUCED’ Vol. 1
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Jay Hardway Lands On Actuation With Infectious House Single “Call Me Anytime”

Following massive 2022 singles such as “Pieces” on Don Diablo’s HEXAGON and “Out Of My Mind” via Future House Music, EDM trailblazer Jay Hardway has landed on tastemaker label Actuation with “Call Me Anytime.” An infectious house single, that also saw Jay Hardway drop his phone number on social media and get on dozens of calls with fans, “Call Me Anytime” is a true testament to the producer and DJ’s dominance within the electronic music space. A tune that’s as perfect for the radio as it is for the festival stage, “Call Me Anytime” kicks off with minimalistic melodies and a catchy vocal sample, before groovy piano chords and unique synth melodies take over during the drop, making for a result which is bound to captivate millions of fans.
Jay Hardway has established himself as one of the most prominent names within dance music over the past decade, with his sound having lit up festival stages across the globe. His 2013 collaboration with Martin Garrix, “Wizard,” earned him a lot of praise after landing at #1 on Beatport right after its release, and the pair followed up the success in 2016 with “Spotless.” Jay Hardway has also worked alongside the likes of Mike Cervello, Bassjackers and many others, while performing at Tomorrowland, Omnia Las Vegas, EDC New York and more.

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Jay Hardway Lands On Actuation With Infectious House Single “Call Me Anytime”
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Lucille Croft expresses her love for leather in latest EP single, “Bury Me In Leather”

Anyone who follows Lucille Croft is aware of her affinity for leather, and she’s finally written and released a song as an ode to the iconic fashion material through the ages. “Bury Me in Leather” is the second single off Lucille’s upcoming sophomore EP, The Valentine Effect.
The song contains many elements from her musical influences, including Nine Inch Nails or The Prodigy. 808s and minimal techno and vocals, plus a little drum & bass at the end to add a significant edge to it all.
Lucille says of the song, “BMIL might just be my favorite song I’ve made to date. It entails all of my favorite things – leather, blades, pleasure, 808s, a little drum & bass. I’ve been using my voice more in my music so I can better bring the characters in my songs to life, and I really love the persona in this song.”
She continues, “[The persona] evolves into something more than human, she’s not really dying, she’s just becoming something more than her human body. The idea ‘let me rest in pleasure’ came to me years ago – I began to think about death differently. I’d much rather rest in ‘pleasure’ than peace, and be celebrated for my time here rather than mourned for being gone.”
Check out the single below and stay tuned for The Valentine Effect, releasing in just a few weeks!

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Lucille Croft expresses her love for leather in latest EP single, “Bury Me In Leather”
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ULTRA’s RESISTANCE debut U.S. club residency gets official lineup

Following three banner years in Ibiza, Ultra recently announced the launch of RESISTANCE’s inaugural U.S. club residency in the festival’s beloved hometown of Miami Beach. RESISTANCE Miami will transport the fully-immersive Ibiza clubbing experience to America for the very first time at M2, the newly-minted nightclub in the heart of the Art Deco District.
RESISTANCE Miami has unveiled the first round of Season 1 headliners, presenting an array of underground titans. Performing acts include Anfisa Letyago, Carl Cox, Charlotte De Witte, Claude VonStroke b2b Green Velvet as Get Real, Oliver Heldens’ HI-LO b2b Layton Giordani, and more.


The inaugural club residency will kick off during Miami Music Week on Thursday, March 23 with Adam Beyer’s highly-regarded imprint Drumcode for their official label takeover. Founded in 1996, Adam Beyer has developed Drumcode into one of the most recognized techno labels in the world. Consistently one of Beatport’s top-selling labels, Drumcode has delivered unrelenting releases from a variety of international acts in addition to hosting a number of label showcases around the globe. The forthcoming Miami Music Week event between Drumcode and RESISTANCE will offer fans a once-in-a-lifetime experience at the city’s hottest new venue M2.

 
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This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: ULTRA’s RESISTANCE debut U.S. club residency gets official lineup
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Shaman Durek Reveals Electrifying Remix EP To Debut Single “My House” ft. DJ Sneak, Blakkat & More

Shaman Durek has led a truly unique and remarkable career thus far. Being a 6th generation shaman, his teachings have impacted the masses, including Gwyneth Paltrow & Dave Asprey (Bulletproof Coffee). He’s also been inextricably tied to the rave scene for nearly 30 years, helping grow and promote parties from SF to NY, opening up others to experience the joy and excitement he gets from house music.
He recently made his debut with his jackin’ house single with Green Velvet Flair titled, “My House”. It’s a tribute to the classic underground house roots of Chicago and Detroit that keeps you on your feet the whole way through. It also invokes an old moniker of Durek’s – The Jack Instigator – a nickname granted by the DJs from his eccentricity when MCing at the parties he would throw, notorious for keeping the people dancing (and off the couches) all night long.
He’s invited iconic artists to provide their own flips of the song in incredible fashion from the likes of DJ Sneak, Blakkat, Eric D Clark, and Single Cell Orchestra. Listening to these remixes, it’s impossible not to feel like you’re being transported back to the paradise garage, dancing and sweating it out to this beat of this captivating track.
Listen below!

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Shaman Durek Reveals Electrifying Remix EP To Debut Single “My House” ft. DJ Sneak, Blakkat & More
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Get to Know the Deep and Future House Sounds of Seramasamy

To this day, house music is a worldwide phenomenon. By constantly incorporating new elements and styles, dance music has managed to maintain its vitality and vibrancy in the face of time. One such creative person is Seramasamy.
Despite his brief career, Seramasamy has been lauded for his music and charisma. Seramasamy is a deep and future house DJ who draws inspiration from the greats of the genre. He has a serious passion for house music. He draws on his familiarity with many house styles to create music that sounds both modern and timeless, with deep bass and catchy melodies that point toward the future. Many of Seramasamy’s most popular and groundbreaking songs, such as “Make It Right,” “Lipstick Stains,” and “Why Don’t You Stay,” were written and published by him. Sixty thousand streams of “Why Don’t You Stay” were logged in just two months. The song’s rhythms, beats, and message have been praised by house music fans all around the world.
His second track, “Make It Right,” hit the top spot on Spinnin’ Records’ Talent Pool and has been streamed over 50,000 times on Spotify. Through his music, Seramasamy vividly depicts narratives. Music, in his opinion, is one of the most effective means of expression since it can transmit meaning quickly. Through his work, he spreads awareness about house music. He uses the power of music to inspire and uplift others. His most introspective songs often deal with the raw emotions that come to the surface in romantic partnerships, and he hopes that his music can be therapeutic for its listeners.
Without encouragement from others or the internet, Seramasamy found it difficult to write music. Despite knowing exactly what sonic attributes he intended to accomplish in his tracks, no one could help Seramasamy get them. The majority of his knowledge in electronic music was acquired via self-study. Seramasamy has tried out a wide variety of musical genres before settling on his signature approach. Despite the difficulty and frustration, Seramasamy is happy he persevered because of the newfound knowledge and appreciation for dance music that resulted. With his innovative style mashups, he left an indelible mark on the international dance music scene.
Seramasamy just recently began releasing music, but he already has a dedicated following. He has over 50,000 monthly Spotify subscribers and is getting close to 1,000,000 total listens, making him one of the fastest-growing house musicians in the country. To keep the deep and future house music scene thriving, he plans to create and develop more new material. Over the next several years, Seramasamy hopes to encourage more people to follow their dreams via the medium of house music.
He recommends that aspiring musicians and vocalists put time and effort into building a strong online presence and learning on their own. According to Seramasamy, the best way to develop an own musical style is to study and experiment with a variety of sounds.

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Get to Know the Deep and Future House Sounds of Seramasamy
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Aphex Twin and Bonobo to co-headline Field Day festival

Electronic music fans in London and the UK are about to be blessed this coming August as legends Aphex Twin and Bonobo are set to co-headline Field Day at in Victoria Park on August 19.
Aphex Twin and Bonobo will co-headline the one-day festival, along with support from Arca, Fever Ray, Jon Hopkins, Moderat, SBTRKT, TSHA (live), and more. This will be Aphex Twin’s first live performance since 2019.
Tickets go on sale Friday, January 27th via Ticketmaster.

 
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This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Aphex Twin and Bonobo to co-headline Field Day festival
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Ofenbach are coming back to North America

French DJ/production duo Ofenbach is making their way to North America for two back to back nights in California, on January 27 and January 28, with their first show in San Diego, then Los Angeles.  This marks the first time the pair perform in the US since the release of their debut album “I.”
With collaborations with Sam Gray, R3HAB and FAST BOY, the Parisian boys are the most streamed French band in the world, a feat they achieved with their single “Love Me Now.”
“After a long wait, we are finally releasing our first album. We want to thank you all for your support over the years, we know some of you have been waiting for it for a while and hope you’re gonna enjoy listening to it as much as we had fun doing it” They share.
Catch the boys live with the North American tour dates below, and stream “I”
January 27 – Bloom Nightclub, San Diego, CA
January 28 – Avalon Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Ofenbach are coming back to North America
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Thomas Bangalter of Daft Punk to first solo album following disbandment

Almost two years ago, Daft Punk announced they were officially breaking up in a truly bombastic fashion. Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo and Thomas Bangalter, apart from their work in the iconic duo, have both offered their services as paramount producers and musicians in other fashions in the past.
Now, two years hence, Bangalter is releasing his first solo orchestral work, Mythologies. It is his first independent orchestral work, initially commissioned by the choreographer Angelin Preljocaj for the ballet of the same name and premiered by the Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine under the direction of Romain Dumas.
His last traditional solo album, Outrage, came out in 2003, between the releases of Discovery and Human After All with Guy-Manuel.
According to the press release —
“The form, the stakes and the creative process involved in Mythologies are all radically different and represent a new stage in Bangalter’s development over the last thirty years of writing, composing and performing music, during which time he has explored the world of technology and the relationship between humankind and machines in his seminal work with Daft Punk. This score does not draw on the resources of electronic music but instead involves the large-scale traditional force of a symphony and, as such, it embraces the history of orchestral ballet music in a gesture that is both personal and collaborative.”
Pre-order and learn more here: https://w.lnk.to/mythologies. Mythologies is out April 7.
Tracklist :
I. Premiers Mouvements
II. Le Catch
III. Thalestris
IV. Les Gémeaux I
V. Les Amazones
VI. L’Arrivée d’Alexandre
VII. Treize Nuits
VIII. Danae
IX. Zeus
X. L’Accouchement
XI. Les Gorgones
XII. Renaissances
XIII. Le Minotaure
XIV. Eden
XV. Arès
XVI. Aphrodite
XVII. Les Naïades
XVIII. Pas de Deux
XIX. Circonvolutions
XX. Les Gémeaux II
XXI. Icare
XXII. Danse Funèbre
XXIII. La Guerre
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Thomas Bangalter of Daft Punk to first solo album following disbandment
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Your EDM Premiere: Sweetpea and Iris Bring Some ‘Fresh Cutz’ Into 2023 [Sofa Sound]

The great thing about DLR’s Sofa Sound imprint and its A&R is that, just like DLR himself, there’s always a sense of fun and funk built into every track. From the release art to the sound design to even the deepest, heaviest tracks still being a bit of a bop, there’s a playfulness there that gives Sofa its mass appeal while still being technically spot-on. With their new collab EP Fresh Cutz due out tomorrow, January 25, Iris and Sweetpea have more than embraced that fun side to beatmaking with a collection of fast, funky rollers.
Most US heads will know Iris from her work with Quadrant. Together they’ve been one of the few US acts to trapse the hazardous atlantic connection and earn top billing with UK labels, releasing on the likes of Delta9, C4C, CIA Dispatch, Shogun and many more over their long tenure in the scene. Iris has also done her fair share of solo work but seems to be really going for it in the last couple years, with one of the first branch-out tracks, appropriately enough, being with Sweetpea on DLR’s Sofa King Sick Chapter 3 compilation.
Sweetpea is another D&B lifer who’s been making tracks since 2016 and has quickly become a mainstay of Sofa Sound and Bcee’s Spearhead Records while also releasing tracks on Dispatch, Hospital and Addictive Behaviour. She’s also part of the powerful London women’s collective, EQ50, who work to give equal opportunity to all artists in drum & bass. Known to neuro with the grimiest of them but also able to make a killer vocal track, if you’re a stateside head who hasn’t heard Sweetpea’s discography yet, it’s time to get to Googling.
Iris, Sweetpea and DLR have chosen a cool format for Fresh Cutz: there are two true collab track where both the artists worked on them and two where it’s just Iris or Sweetpea. This is fun for the tech heads because audiences can really hear each artist’s individual style right alongside their fused work. It makes for an interesting study in how collabs are made. The collab tracks are the title track, a jumpy throwback of a deep roller that’s as fast as is it minimal on sound design and last week’s teaser track, “DFS.” “DFS” has a similar snare-focused, fast-moving beat structure but lands more on the dark than the deep side, especially when the tempo changes to a fast version of dubstep at the break.
EP opener “Not Even a Big Up” is Iris’s track. Continuing the rolling drum motif, this track still has the throwback cachet both she and Sweetpea love, but Iris have her track an extra, oh-so-subtle injection of rave in the sound design. It’s just a hint of musicality and a few mid-90s samples, but it makes a difference and carves out Iris’s own style while staying true to the theme of the EP.
Similarly, Sweetpea’s “Duck Funk,” our YEDM premiere today, is quick and tom-forward in its rolling drums a’la the rest of the EP but it’s got loads of spooky, almost ominous sound design. A canned, low-reg synth does a lot of the work in this track: it carries the music while connecting to the drums, and then drops back in the break to the background, where it becomes even more canned and echoey.
This break bit may technically be the most interesting part of the track because that synth never leaves and is never really in the background. The form it takes in the afore-mentioned break makes it sound like it’s being played at a club behind closed doors. It grows fainter, but you never stop paying attention to it. It comes back in via a swooping sinewave that brings the listener into the rave with it. The magic of rave is encapsulated in that moment; we’ve all felt it, but it’s impossible to describe. Luckily, Sweetpea caught it in a mixdown for us.

Sofa Sound Bristol · Sweetpea – Duck Funk – [Your EDM Premiere] It’s clear that Sweetpea and Iris have a shared vision for their work, and in Fresh Cutz it intersects at rolling drums, minimal sound design, deep synths and, of course, rave. Bring in the fun and funky side with Sofa Sound, and this EP is as truly fresh as it is timeless.
Fresh Cutz drops tomorrow, January 25 on Sofa Sound. Click here to pre-order or pre-save.
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Your EDM Premiere: Sweetpea and Iris Bring Some ‘Fresh Cutz’ Into 2023 [Sofa Sound]
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Brauch follows up with another captivating “Heartbreak”

Among the most loved and played music genres is electronic dance music. Its popularity has recorded tremendous growth in recent years. In the mid-’90s, when electronic music was introduced, many people did not like it as much as they do today. But there are still singers and music producers like Brauch and fans who greatly appreciated the sound and steered it into the mainstream, where it can be heard today. Brauch has always been a big supporter and lover of the electronic music genre. His undying love and passion for music emerged when he was still a child. At that time, Brauch would create mash-ups of his songs to entertain himself and his friends. As he grew up, he realized that he was born for this. As a teenager, his crazy love for music made him order bootlegged CDs imported from Europe.
His expertise started growing when he opted to start working as a DJ at small parties in the streets of LA. As his passion grew, so did his expertise in this game. He later landed more gigs to play at more events, but contrary to his expectations, the crowd wasn’t ready for this. He continued to toil until a particular club recognized his talent and decided to give him a chance. He played on Mondays, which was the club’s slowest
night.

Brauch’s first performance was not a success. Only twenty people turned up at the club. Sadly, most of them were his friends. This, however, did not discourage the electronic music enthusiast. He improved the quality of his music mixes day by day, and he never failed to show up every Monday night to play his part. And indeed, his hard work and determination finally started bearing fruit. Huge queues began forming around the block on Monday nights.
Brauch’s hard work has paid off tremendously. He currently makes electronic music in collaboration with multiple A-list personalities, and today, Brauch has a whopping 20,000 Spotify listeners each month. Over recent years, Brauch has partnered with various music groups in some of his tracks. His current releases, “Heartbreak”, “Do You Feel It”, “Party is over”, “Take It”, have gained traction among his fans and lovers of electronic music. The once small parties he would DJ in the streets of LA have given way to Brauch hanging out with big names in the music industry, the likes of Asap Rocky, Future, Playboi Cardi, Migos, 21
Savage, and so many other artists. Brauch wants everyone out there to believe in themselves, especially the younger generation. According to him, you need to live to dream. Everyone with a dream of making it in life should create a concrete plan that will push and steer them to be better versions of themselves. Find what your heart loves and do it with passion. And finally, Brauch says that you should persevere and push yourself just like he did, even when no one was particularly interested in his mixes and songs.
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Brauch follows up with another captivating “Heartbreak”
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Spotify joins other tech giants, announces layoff of approximately 6% of its workforce

Spotify employees were alerted this morning to the news that the company would be slashing its workforce to offset higher costs in 2022.
“To offer some perspective on why we are making this decision, in 2022, the growth of Spotify’s OPEX outpaced our revenue growth by 2X,” CEO Daniel Ek wrote in a letter spelling out other organizational changes taking place. “That would have been unsustainable long-term in any climate, but with a challenging macro environment, it would be even more difficult to close the gap. As you are well aware, over the last few months we’ve made a considerable effort to rein-in costs, but it simply hasn’t been enough. So while it is clear this path is the right one for Spotify, it doesn’t make it any easier—especially as we think about the many contributions these colleagues have made.”
Over the past three months, Amazon, Google, Microsoft, Salesforce and Meta have all made announcements to cut employees from their respective ranks, with over 50,000 people affected. According to a report by Insider, an average 1,600 tech workers have been laid off every day of 2023 so far.
Writes CNN, “Spotify reported a loss of €228 million ($248 million) in its most recent financial quarter through September 30, as operating expenses shot up by 65%, according to a company presentation to investors.”
Spotify is currently trending on Twitter, with reports of the layoffs continuing to disseminate especially as employees take to the platform to announce their fates, as we’ve become oddly familiar with seeing this year already.
For end users, this latest round of layoffs will likely not affect their daily listening experience. However, the overall landscape of tech at the moment sheds some questions around how sustainable current systems in place will fare with global economic constraints.
This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Spotify joins other tech giants, announces layoff of approximately 6% of its workforce
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Emalkay, The Others, & Subscape share massive collab, “Inside My Head” ahead of full EP

Not often lately do you see a collaboration with three absolute legends like Emalkay, The Others, and Subscape. More recently, we’ve been witness to a more common trend of established producers bringing in a newer act and combining their influences. For these three, who have all been active in dubstep for the better part of 15 years, “Inside My Head” was “long overdue.”
“We thought it was a collaboration long overdue,” they said, “so we mashed out some beats together one day and before we knew it we eventually ended up with a huge body of work with this being one of our favourite tracks. We are thrilled to finally have it out there and on the legendary Deadbeats label too! We hope you enjoy it.”
My first time hearing of Subscape was 2012’s “Kick the Flow” on Caspa’s Dub Police label, while you can turn to Emalkay for any number of iconic hits like “Fabrication” or “When I Look At You,” ironically also released on Dub Police. And, wouldn’t you guess it, The Others also got his start on Dub Police, notably releasing “Africa VIP” in 2008, which you might recognize from FabricLive.37 by Caspa and Rusko.
So, when they say this collaboration was long overdue, they mean like 15 years overdue. Fortunately, it does not disappoint in the slightest. Reminiscent of old school dub, from the schools and fandom that made them iconic in the first place, “Inside My Head” is lush with deep bass and wonderful melody, punchy drums, and a memorable vocal that would have any crowd screaming their lungs out.
Finally, and perhaps best of all, the trio have a full collaborative EP coming out in March. Check out the first single, “Inside My Head,” below, out now on Deadbeats.

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Emalkay, The Others, & Subscape share massive collab, “Inside My Head” ahead of full EP
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Skrillex shows off unreleased ISOxo collab live in Bangkok [VIDEO]

We already know Skrillex has a ton of new music coming this year, with three singles already released this month, including “Rumble.” On the way, we know there’s a Missy Elliott and Mr. Oizo collaboration coming, and he just showed off an unreleased ISOxo collaboration live in Bangkok this past weekend.
A clip was posted in the Skrillex subreddit by u/vuthasear last night, with more clips available in the comments if you visit the page below.
Once again, elements of that iconic, “yes, oh my god” sample make it into the mix, but it’s unclear if that’s something he’s cueing live or if it will be in the final release (most likely the former). Otherwise, you can make out clear elements of influence from each producer in the mix that might still be unfinished, or perhaps just unpolished ahead of release.
Unlike past years when we’d get IDs from Skrillex live sets, you can be fairly confident in 2023 that anything new he plays live, we’re going to get at some point.
Check out the clip below!

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Skrillex shows off unreleased ISOxo collab live in Bangkok [VIDEO]
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Dubai-Based Talent Eirini Unveils Infectious Debut Solo Single “Shy”

Following a number of collaborations with the likes of DJ duo Cayo, Energy Deejays, Raphy J and many more, charismatic singer and songwriter Eirini has just made the first step in her blossoming solo artist career. The half Greek-Cypriot and half British-Irish talent started her music journey at a young age and has been performing at the biggest theatres in the UK since she was 14 years old. Now based in Dubai, she has been establishing herself in the UAE since 2019, performing at massive venues across the country such as Atlantis The Palm, Soho Garden, White Dubai, Iris and Expo 2020, among others.
The first taste of her debut EP, slated for release later this year, “Shy” marks Eirini’s first solo single and it’s a colossal one at that. Produced by and co-written with Raphy J, “Shy” draws inspiration from acts like Majid Jordan and Victoria Monet, that combine futuristic synth sounds and funky drums with R&B melodies. Featuring Eirini’s heavenly singing voice right up front, the record is a stunning combination between pop and R&B, and an impressive for Eirini to kick off 2023.

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Dubai-Based Talent Eirini Unveils Infectious Debut Solo Single “Shy”
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Nicky Romero Drops Addictive New Monocule Single “Only For The Night”

Nicky Romero is back with his first release of 2023, “Only for the Night,” a brooding but sultry dark-progressive house heater. “Only for the Night” comes under Nicky’s Monocule alias, for this one he teams up with Australian producer Marcus Santoro and the up and coming production duo Higher Lane. After a year in which Nicky Romero dabbled in all genres of music from house to progressive to even techno, “Only for the Night” seems like a perfect place to pick up in 2023.
“Only for the Night ” features a lot of the hallmarks of a Monocule track. Little buildup, sultry female vocals over the slowly building synths and percussion in the background, before they explode into an intoxicating blend of pads, horn synths, and a perfect melody to get you moving. The vocals while supremely confident, are actually desperate. The singer knows what she wants, and if it’s only for one night, well that’s just fine.
Check out the latest from Monocule, Marcus Santoro and Higher Lane, “Only for the Night” out now on Protocol.

This article was first published on Your EDM. Source: Nicky Romero Drops Addictive New Monocule Single “Only For The Night”
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