by: Ross Goldenberg May 20, 2021 “Been waiting on this one for a minute” was a supersized understatement from Foreign Family when the label disclosed who would play host to a milestone 15th “Intermission Broadcast” mix. For the second-to-last installment of the serial’s sophomore go-around, ODESZA‘s imprint brought in a name that previously earned a seat …
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ZHU shines on junior LP ‘DREAMLAND 2021’ – Dancing Astronaut ZHU shines on junior LP ‘DREAMLAND 2021’
by: Mitchell Rose Apr 30, 2021 Back with his first studio album since 2018’s Ringo’s Desert, exalted house maestro ZHU shares his highly anticipated LP DREAMLAND 2021. For the third album of his career, ZHU pulls out all the stops, liberally deploying devastating bass riffs and groovy synth lines over his trademark brooding house sound. …
Casual T Shines on “Requiem for the Real”
Texas-based DJ/producer Travis Drews, otherwise known as Casual T, is taking his musical influence worldwide. From hits like “Why?” and “Transcendence,” Casual T is guided by innovation and dexterity. His latest offering “Requiem for the Real” is a propulsive hit that effortlessly blends the full spectrum of electronic bass music. Mixed in 4D, this crisp …
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Contra Scandal Shines in Debut LP ‘Full Circle’
As the COVID-19 pandemic has ushered producers into their home studios, Contra Scandal utilized quarantine to fully immerse himself in music. For six months, he dedicated his full mental capacity to create a collection of work that steers listeners through a rollercoaster of emotion. After meticulously crafting compositions that embody all of his production styles …
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Vanesa Seco Shines in The Hotel Lobby’s Breezy “Gold” Music Video
The Hotel Lobby is back with their new single “Gold,” a collaboration with Vanesa Seco. While many know Seco as a shuffler and dancer, “Gold” sees her in a new light: as a singer-songwriter. After appearing as a dancer in The Hotel Lobby’s April 2020 single “Superfly,” the duo wanted Seco to hop on the mic, …
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Apple Music’s Isgubhu shines curatorial light on African electronic music – Dancing Astronaut Apple Music’s Isgubhu shines curatorial light on African electronic music
by: Rugby Scruggs Feb 10, 2021 Apple Music has debuted a new platform designed to emphasize key members of Africa’s rapidly expanding electronic dance music community. Isgubhu, derived from a Zulu word for “beat,” will spotlight and curate playlists of African electronic music sub-genres ranging from the funky techno-inspired Gqom to the house music variant …
ARTY shines in remix of Griff Clawson’s ‘Chasing Highs’ – Dancing Astronaut
by: Austria Masim Dec 28, 2020 Emerging pop artist from Los Angeles Griff Clawson has enlisted ARTY‘s electronic prowess for a remix of his acoustic original, “Chasing Highs,” which receives a sparkling reconstruction. The singer-songwriter has previously displayed his vocal talents within dance music through his respective 2019 and 2020 released tracks “All I Want,” …
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Xavi Shines on Pensive Single from Debut Album, “Neverless”
Xavi has been sensational since first releasing music in 2016, garnering support from the likes of Madeon, Porter Robinson, and San Holo in just a few short years. In 2020, the Missouri product has collaborated with Just a Gent and Akira Flay on “Miso & Memories” as well as released his solo single “The Cycle.” …
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Petit Biscuit Shines With Vocal Debut On Whimsical Sophomore Album, “Parachute”
French producer Petit Biscuit has long been a staple in the genre grey area found at the intersection of melodic bass and ambient music. He initially made waves in the space with the 2017 release of his debut album, Presence, composed of 14 tracks of instrumental bliss. Now, with the release of its successor, Parachute, the …
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ford. shines on sophomore LP ‘The Color of Nothing’ [Q&A]
by: Mitchell Rose Oct 22, 2020 ford. is only 20-years-old, yet he already has a resume that would make many producers blush. A member of ODESZA‘s Foreign Family Collective, ford. released his debut album, (The) Evening, when he was just a teenager. Now, millions of streams and a Grammy nomination later, the Utah-based producer is …
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