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Versa Drops Wild Riddim Single “The Pit” on DPMO [Premiere]

The mysterious Versa has made quite an impression as of late. With a slew of self-releases and some impressive works like “Welcome Tune” and “Death Stomp” on Circus Records, Versa was long overdue to feature on DPMO, FuntCase‘s new record imprint.

That happened last year, when Versa dropped his DPMO debut, “Kill Confirmed.” Now, the elusive producer has returned to the label with a massive riddim belter called “The Pit,” premiered exclusively today via EDM.com.

Fusing elements of classic dubstep (à la “YOI”) with skillful, upfront production, Versa delivers an all-out riot of a tune with “The Pit.” A simple kick-clap pattern with subdued cymbals is more than enough to carry the intense, electrifying basses and synths. Relentless sub bass and scintillating wobbles are omnipresent in the main sections, while the breakdown provides a brief respite with an eerie ambience as a lead-in. Use of the gun-loading trope is present, but hardly comes off as corny.

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Dr. Fauci says concerts can return fall 2021 ‘if everything goes right’ – Dancing Astronaut

by: Jessica Mao

Jan 12, 2021

The reopening timeline for the live events industry has been the subject of concern since the beginning of the pandemic, which toppled businesses, venues, and concerts sector-wide. Now, Dr. Anthony S. Fauci has given the public a predicted estimation for the scene’s return.

In a conference held by the Association of Performing Arts Professionals on January 9, Fauci addressed his belief that concert venues and theaters could reopen in fall of 2021 on the basis that 70 to 85 percent of the population receives vaccinations. Fauci disclosed,

“If everything goes right, this [will] occur some time in the fall of 2021…so that by the time we get to the early to mid-fall, you can have people feeling safe performing onstage as well as people in the audience.”

Fauci further noted that ventilation quality and proper air filters may enable venues to get “back to almost full capacity of seating” with the exception of mask requirements for audiences. He also referenced a Germany study of an indoor concert that detailed “low to very low” risk of COVID-19 spread given ventilation, hygiene, and capacity standards.

Although vaccine distribution has fell behind schedule despite promises that every U.S. citizen would be able to receive one by June 2021, Fauci has assured performing artists and administrators that the venues will return, stating, “it will happen.”

Via: The New York Times

Featured image: Alive Coverage

Tags: concerts, covid-19, dr. fauci, reopening, reopning, theaters

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Polyvinyl Records to pull Beach Slang’s music after emotional abuse allegations against frontman James Alex

Polyvinyl Records, the label that signed Philadelphia band Beach Slang in 2015, will pull distribution of the group’s music after allegations of emotional abuse were made against frontman James Alex.

Last week, the singer was accused of emotional abuse by former manager Charlie Lowe, who alleged she endured “constant emotional, psychological & narcissistic abuse from James Alex for years”.

“Fuck him for using me as his goddamn personal servant, on tour & not. For making sure I was always so financially fucked with no other options. For being a textbook narcissist abuser. For making me feel so worthless & alone. I see you clearly now,” Lowe wrote on Twitter.

I endured constant emotional, psychological & narcissistic abuse from James Alex for years. I have learned he sells his too-kind-to-be-true persona to hide that he is truly the most selfish horrible person I will ever meet. I was diagnosed with C-PTSD from how he treated me. 1/3 https://t.co/uILoPChe4S

— Charlie (@heysweetcharlie) January 5, 2021

Alex’s family responded to the allegations on Instagram yesterday, revealing that Alex attempted to take his own life and is currently receiving treatment at an inpatient facility.

“Yes he had moments of compulsiveness, emotional instability, and chaotic relationships, but none of his actions were intentional or meant to hurt or harm anyone, certainly not those who cared for or believed in him,” the family wrote.

“They were an unfortunate result of unimaginable childhood trauma, violent physical, sexual, and emotional abuse and years of untreated resultant severe mental health issues.”

The family’s statement also noted that Alex has no plans to return to music and that Beach Slang “is over”. Read it below.

In a statement provided to Billboard, Polyvinyl said it is in the process of halting the distribution of Beach Slang’s music, as well as the music of Alex’s side project, Quiet Slang.

Polyvinyl signed Beach Slang in 2015, and have released all of their studio albums with the exception of their most recent record. Beach Slang’s 2020 album ‘The Deadbeat Bang of Heartbreak City’ was released by Bridge Nine Records.

“Polyvinyl stands in solidarity with those who have come forward about their experiences with James Alex of Beach Slang,” the statement reads. “We have begun the process of discontinuing our involvement in the sale and distribution of Beach Slang and Quiet Slang releases.

“We have said it before and it bears repeating: Our company operates on the core principle that everyone deserves to be treated with fairness and respect. Active accountability builds safer and healthier communities.”

Following allegations of sexual assault against PWR BTTM member Ben Hopkins in 2017, Polyvinyl took similar action, ending its distribution arrangement with the band.

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Zedd Teases Virtual Riot Collab As VR Drops Throwback “True Color” Remix Demo

Virtual Riot has been going down memory lane on Twitter for at least the past few days, dropping demos as old as 10 years. (We really recommend digging into these). One of the demos he shared was remix test of “True Colors” by Zedd, delving into the glitchy side of bass music blending the German/Russian producer’s wonderful pop melodies with some more artificial sounds.

It wasn’t too long before someone asked, “Why haven’t Zedd and Virtual Riot worked together?” To which Zedd coyly replied, “Oh but we have” with a smirking face emoji.

If that isn’t clear enough confirmation for you, I’m not sure what could be.

The collaboration could end up on Zedd’s forthcoming third album, which he says was delayed due to the pandemic in a recent Reddit AMA. Other collaborations he’s teased include Curbi (confirmed), Martin Garrix, Charlie Puth, and maybe Illenium (though he wasn’t a fan of it at the time, it could be reworked).

Stay tuned for more info and maybe a preview of the collab this year!

Oh but we have ? https://t.co/8323jBNidj

— Zedd (@Zedd) January 11, 2021

Photo via Rukes.com

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Texas Residents Slam deadmau5 for “Dropping F-Bombs” and “Rattling Windows” at Drive-In Concert

After his latest drive-in concert, deadmau5 has officially debunked the “as quiet as a mouse” metaphor.

Last Friday, January 8th, deadmau5 touched down in Texas for a show at the city of Hutto’s Brushy Creek Amphitheater. Having performed at a string of successful drive-in concerts to kick off 2021, the latest iteration seems to have ruffled the feathers of locals due to its booming bass, among other sounds.

According to a report by Austin, Texas ABC affiliate station KVUE, local Hutto residents in the concert’s surrounding area took to social media to voice their frustrations about the noise. The volume was allegedly so loud that local police dispatches were overwhelmed with complaints, one of which asserted that the show was “rattling windows in nearby homes.”

Moreover, in a new Reddit threat established to bemoan the concert, one user said they could hear the bass from 10 miles away. In one particularly humorous response, one user urged the thread’s creator to complain, but not if the gripe was caused by deadmau5’s iconic song “Strobe.” “Is it strobe?” they wrote. “If so, give it a pass. If not, complain.”

Local NBC affiliate KXAN added that a number of Hutto residents also criticized deadmau5 for the use of profanity. “He was dropping F-bombs all over the place and we can hear this in the living room of our brick house with the doors and windows closed,” said one such local, who lives one mile away from the Brushy Creek Amphitheater.

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Virtual Riot shares unreleased remix of Zedd’s ‘True Colors,’ sparks collaboration speculation – Dancing Astronaut

by: Rachel Narozniak

Jan 12, 2021

A remix of the title track from Zedd‘s 2015 sophomore LP, True Colors, isn’t exactly one that electronic listeners would expect to be making the rounds in 2021, but Virtual Riot has used the element of surprise to his advantage, ensnaring the Twitterverse with the latest version of his spin on the song long in the making—five years, to be exact. Though Virtual Riot has spent a half-decade refurbishing his remix of the Ke$ha feature, if his January 10 Twitter signal is to be taken at face value, it’s possible that the “True Colors” work just might be over, and the revamp, ready for release.

Needless to say, Virtual Riot’s decision to disclose the iteration that listeners “need to hear” created quite the stir, sending Virtual Riot fans to Zedd’s own Twitter to ask why the pair had not yet collaborated. With an emoji smirk, Zedd all but broke the internet with his response: “Oh but we have?.”

Whether this meeting of the musical minds applies only to Virtual Riot’s “True Colors” remix or extends to another production in the vault is currently unclear, but Virtual Riot’s updated revamp now provides the soundtrack for further speculation. Stream below.

this is the one you need to hear https://t.co/FexrKaSyrE this is what were going for now

— Vir✝️ual Rio✝️ (@Virtual_Riot) January 11, 2021

Oh but we have ? https://t.co/8323jBNidj

— Zedd (@Zedd) January 11, 2021

Featured image: Andrew Freeman Films

Tags: True Colors remix, Virtual Riot, Zedd

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Silverstein announce special ‘Out Of This World’ virtual concert series

Silverstein have announced a special three-part virtual concert series titled ‘Out Of This World’.

Each performance will feature a unique theme – Greatest Hits, Discovering the Waterfront and Acoustic and Unplugged.

The series will take part over consecutive Saturdays commencing on February 6, airing at 10pm GMT. Tickets purchased for each set will also allow on-demand viewing after March 1.

Special VIP ticket bundles will also allow fans to attend a virtual meet-and-greet with the band. All digital tickets, including special merchandise bundles, can be purchased from the band’s website.

“‘Out Of This World’ will offer three different sets featuring our greatest hits, acoustic jams and ‘Discovering The Waterfront’ in its entirety,” Silverstein vocalist Shane Told said in a press statement.

“But of course, it will be more than just music, more than just bangers… We have enlisted some of the best people in the country to help us pull this off, so expect the finest in production quality, video and sound. Fans will get to hear a variety of tunes spanning our entire career and a few songs we haven’t played live in a long time… or ever.”

In September last year, the band shared an alternate version of their song ‘Infinite’, alongside an accompanying music video.

The new take featured voice recordings from fans reflecting on how they coped through the coronavirus pandemic, coupled with footage of hauntingly quiet locations observed from the band’s home country of Canada.

The original version of ‘Infinite’ was released in March last year on the band’s ninth studio album, ‘A Beautiful Place To Drown’.

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GRiZ & Friends Announce Virtual Camp Kulabunga Retreat Coming Next Month

GRiZ presents his second virtual Camp Kulabunga, an online retreat set to take place next month over February 20-21.

The DJ/producer goes beyond the music, offering fans and friends a much needed “spiritual cleanse.” Camp Kulabunga provides a chance to connect and find a sense of community, self-empowerment, radical inclusion, and wellness. The immersive live stream will include workshops in creative writing, mindful movement, holistic fitness, guided meditation and more.

Attendees can expect appearances from spiritual mindset coach Tori Washington, radical spiritual guide and dance expression specialist Sah D’Simone, spiritual mentor and yoga/mediation expert Samantha Mee, motivational keynote speaker and certified Alo Moves, fitness instructor Jacy Cunningham, and Wim Hof Method trainer Jesse Coomer.

The first IRL installment of Camp Kulabunga took place in 2018, cultivating a tight-knit community of 100 individuals through an intimate, sober and technology-free experience in Ortonville, Michigan. With the 2021 version taking place via Zoom, this opens new doors to accommodate all applicants coming in from around the world.

The two-day at-home retreat includes an air-mailed care package with exclusive weekend supplies to accompany you on your journey. Learn more and register here.

Photo: Carson Becker

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2021 Edition of The BPM Festival: Costa Rica Officially Postponed Due to COVID-19

Organizers of The BPM Festival: Costa Rica have officially pulled the plug on the event’s 2021 edition. Originally scheduled for March 3-7, 2021, the fest has now been postponed to January 12-18, 2022.

Citing the impact of COVID-19, they shared an official statement in which they note that they worked tirelessly with the Costa Rican government, but to no avail. “From the beginning, plans for the upcoming edition were based on Costa Rican governmental guidance on the gradual return of mass events, which included 100% event capacity by March 2021 in the country,” the statement reads. “BPM’s collaborative work with the government of Costa Rica was constant, however complete clarity on restrictions remained unattainable as of 12th January, and therefore BPM felt they would be unable to deliver the festival experience they strive to give their patrons.”

At the time of this article’s publication, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicates that the COVID-19 threat in Costa Rica is currently at “Level 4: Very High” and any potential travelers “should avoid all travel” to the country. However, The Costa Rica News reports that the nation’s first influx of vaccinations have progressed smoothly, with The Costa Rican Social Security Fund announcing that 9,751 people have received the first dose as of January 7th. The Tico Times adds that the country’s Finance Ministry has purchased vaccines for 648,000 more people.

The BPM Festival: Costa Rica’s statement goes on to assert that the decision to cancel the 2021 iteration was not precipitated by a surge of outbreaks within the country. “BPM’s main priority is and always has been to provide its guests with the most enjoyable experience in the safest environment possible,” the announcement continues. “Unfortunately, with the continued uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, this proved to be an unattainable goal, despite BPM’s extensive health plan. BPM explored many options to carry out the festival, including rapid on-site testing, and ultimately share our patron’s sentiment in disappointment and frustration in this decision.”

The BPM Festival: Costa Rica is accepting refund requests. Ticket-holders also have the option to roll their tickets over to the 2022 event and receive access to an additional two days of the festival, eight added showcases, and BPM merchandise. For more information on ticketing options, head over to the festival’s “2021 Ticketing & Refund Policy” microsite.

You can read the full statement here.

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GRiZ announces virtual winter edition of Camp Kulabunga wellness retreat – Dancing Astronaut

by: Dancing Astronaut Staff

Jan 12, 2021

GRiZ has formally announced the winter edition of his Camp Kulabunga mindfulness and wellness retreat, offering a refreshing option for those looking to diversify their repertoire of digital events.

Centered around community, self-empowerment, radical inclusion, and wellness, the virtual retreat will take place from February 20–21, and invites attendees to take a much needed holistic breather from the clutter and stress of the current trying times. The event is built on a range on activities, such as creative writing and guided meditation, as well as movement seminars and spiritual exploration. Though GRiZ will lead some of these sessions and workshops, to ensure that attendees get the most out of Camp Kulabunga, the producer has collaborated with innovators and experts in these areas, who will share leadership duties throughout the two-day experience.

This year’s event is entirely virtual, but each person in attendance can expect a physical care package consisting of a weekend workbook, art supplies, physical Kulabunga swag, and more to be packed and shipped ahead of the retreat. Early bird tickets are now available and can be purchased here.

Featured image: Alden Bonecutter

Tags: camp kulabunga, Griz, holistic, mindfulness

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