Toro y Moi takes on Caroline Polachek, Chino Moreno’s ‘Hit Me Where It Hurts’ in new remix – Dancing Astronaut

by: Sami Weisband Dec 10, 2020 Following the release of her 2019 solo album Pang, Caroline Polachek has unveiled a collection of remixes from the LP, one of which includes Toro y Moi‘s rendition of “Hit Me Where It Hurts” featuring Chino Moreno. Ringing in the track with a fade-in of Polachek’s vocals in conjunction …

Slow Magic drops ‘it’s the end of the world, but it’s ok’ LP – Dancing Astronaut

by: Mitchell Rose Dec 10, 2020 After a long string of singles, anonymous veteran Slow Magic has finally released his fourth studio record, it’s the end of the world, but it’s ok. The Moving Castle release features the likes of RUNN on vocals, label co-founder Manilla Killa, and even sees Shallou pick up a production …

View Disclosure’s visual accompaniment to ‘Watch Your Step’ – Dancing Astronaut

by: Mitchell Rose Dec 10, 2020 The week of November 30, Disclosure gave their Kelis-assisted track “Watch Your Step” the VIP treatment, transforming the original into a six-minute funk-infused bop. Now, ENERGY‘s opening song stays in the limelight, receiving a visual accompaniment. The video starts out as a low-key affair, but quickly turns into an …

Watch Alison Wonderland perform ‘Bad Things’ from LA’s Capitol Records Tower – Dancing Astronaut

by: Jessica Mao Dec 10, 2020 Alison Wonderland has decidedly taken spiritual healing to new heights with her latest performance. On December 8, the Australian producer shared a live version of her song, “Bad Things,” filmed from the rooftop of Los Angele’s iconic Capitol Records Tower. The sunset performance features a panoramic view of the …

Breakdancing officially recognized as sport in forthcoming 2024 Olympic games – Dancing Astronaut

by: Rugby Scruggs Dec 10, 2020 The International Olympic Committee has added breakdancing to the list of medal events at the forthcoming 2024 Olympics in Paris. Added alongside other sports such as skateboarding, surfing, and sport climbing, the addition is part of a movement to reinvigorate interest in the longtime competitive dance style. Breakdancing and …

Tulum Burning Man-style festival results in rippling COVID-19 spread – Dancing Astronaut

by: Jessica Mao Dec 10, 2020 A COVID-19 outbreak has been linked with Tulum festival Art With Me. Having taken place November 11-15, the Burning Man-style event observed hundreds of attendees congregate in Mexico for the community-driven music, arts, and wellness experience. Following the festival, numerous festival-goers and performers tested positive, quickly escalating the party …

Apple unveils holiday-ready AirPods Max with brand new Soulwax cut, ‘Empty Dancefloor’ – Dancing Astronaut

by: Josh Stewart Dec 9, 2020 Apple hits the holiday market hard, unveiling the newest model of AirPods , the over-ear Max, just in the nick of time for this year’s gift giving season. Sporting a wireless and truly sleek retro-inspired design, Apple’s new premier line of headphones will be hitting stores on December 15 …

Gorillaz to perform livestreamed ‘Song Machine’ shows with 14-piece band – Dancing Astronaut

by: Mitchell Rose Dec 9, 2020 On December 12 and 13, Gorillaz will stream a series of Song Machine performances from Kong Studios’ basement. The animated group’s three performances (split up so viewers worldwide can tune in) start at 6:00 a.m. EST. Tickets cost approximately $20 for one show or $40 for all three, and …

Walker & Royce encapsulate 2020 with first original of the year, ‘Need2Freek’ – Dancing Astronaut

by: Sami Weisband Dec 9, 2020 Walker & Royce have graciously bestowed fans with “Need2Freek,” their first original cut of 2020, just before this strange year draws to a close. Released via Dirtybird, the track is an exemplification of every emotion dance music devotees have felt since the beginning of the year all in one …

Nora En Pure closes 2020 with a stunning new original work, ‘Enchantment’ – Dancing Astronaut

by: Farrell Sweeney Dec 9, 2020 Nora En Pure gives fans one last original release as 2020 comes to a close with “Enchantment.” The producer has released both a standard and extended edit of the single, and the song is a stunning completion to a packed year of original releases for the “Morning Dew” producer. …