Music

Hip hop and rap seem to be at a crossroads in recent years. The single-verse mumble rappers of the mid-to-late 2010s seem to be falling off, and the genre has split into two camps: the smooth, stylized verse barons like Jack Harlow who call back to the golden age of rap a’la Snoop Dogg, and

Electronic music and art artist Anne Wichmann went one a bit of a hiatus from her multimedia She’s Excited! project in 2023 to focus on her stripped-down rock project with brother Volker. Initially a combination of rock and darkwave electronica, SuperWAV took a new direction to loud, analog brass tacks rock with the second offering

If you’ve been watching any TV at all during the cold months of January and February, you’ve probably seen commercials for cruise liners. It’s that time of year, escape the cold of wherever you might be in the country and enjoy some sunshine and a semi-tropical environment for a few days. The EDM scene is

A lot has changed in the dance music industry, and the world in general, since Norwegian producer/DJ Matoma last released an album. Back then Matoma was riding a wave of pop-adjacent tropical house music. Now, Matoma returns to his club roots with Love for the Beat. We got the chance to have a friendly chat

Last year, Your EDM announced the legendary ambient house and trance artist GIanfranco Pescetti would be returning to EDM in what can only be called a re-debut. The first teaser track “The Wake” off his then upcoming album, Daystar Nocturnal, heralded a new era for Pescetti, not only time-wise but in terms of his style.

Sasha M is a dance-pop sensation from Singapore, who’s garnered quite the buzz around her music, especially her latest single, “How To Spot A Narcissist,” seamlessly blending the introspective edge of electronic music with the infectious rhythms of pop. This track epitomizes the essence of contemporary electro-pop, marked by its vocal intensity and a captivating

As a highly acclaimed vocalist in the dance music realm, VASSY has just unveiled her latest track, “Off Switch,” hot on the heels of her 2022 hit “Krazy.” Both singles have been launched under the prestigious Spinnin’ Records label, marking her fiery path as an independent artist following collaborations with international stars like David Guetta

2024 has already seen a slew of festival lineup announcements, and following the disappointment by some (most) people at one particularly large Southern California festival’s lineup, the lineup from Lightning in a Bottle, So Cal’s premiere boutique camping festival, is utterly jaw dropping. Returning to Buena Vista Lake, a couple of hours north of Los

Two of techno’s hottest artists have just come together for an exhilarating two track EP that is sure to electrify dancefloors across the globe. HI-LO (Oliver Heldens) and Space 92 have teamed up for the GENESIS EP. Featuring the title track and the blisteringly quick-paced ORION, this is a showcase for two artists who never

In 2023, itsCHRISJOHNSON experienced a groundbreaking year, as his music resonated with audiences across 143 countries. The debut of his single “Sweet Lies” on Sirius XM’s BPM marked a pivotal moment, drawing attention from industry heavyweights and solidifying his presence in the music realm. Johnson’s versatility and DJ prowess were showcased through guest mixes on

One of STMPD RCRDS favorites, Julian Jordan, is starting 2024 off with a bang with an electrifying new track, “Champion“. Incorporating Julian’s signature melodic tech house beat with the hard techno that’s become more mainstream over the past couple of years, “Champion” manages to encapsulate Julian Jordan’s signature sound alongside a perfect snapshot of a

Fresh off the heels of a busy 2023, French house music maestro Dombresky is picking up right where he left off in 2024. As well as dropping a banging new house heater with JADED, “All For You”, the eclectic producer/DJ has just announced a North American tour in support of their upcoming collaborative EP Sound

R3HAB reunites with VIZE and JP Cooper on their new track “Jet Plane.” With minimal basslines and mesmerizing melodies coupled with Cooper’s soulful vocal performance, “Jet Plane” is the perfect record to look back at 2023 with positive contemplation and launch 2024. Featuring an emotional vocal layered over a fat Brazilian bassline that still works

JSTJR is back with another incredible single, “4321” highlighting his techno and psy-trance bonafides. “4321” is an energetic dance track that incorporates a non-stop bassline along with some exploratory synths. “4321” is like an episode of True Detective, you tread carefully until you uncover something major. In this case it’s the insatiable bassline of the

Movement Music Festival has given us a sneak peek into the 2024 lineup. Once again, music aficionados will flock to Detroit, the hub of Techno music, for three days of eclectic tunes on Memorial Day Weekend (May 25-27, 2024) at Hart Plaza along downtown Detroit’s iconic riverfront. The 2024 lineup teaser provides a small taste

Teksupport, the prominent underground event collective based in New York City, has unveiled plans for a special daytime open-air show scheduled for May 18th featuring electronic music luminary Solomun. This highly anticipated event marks the commencement of Teksupport’s summer season. It promises to be a unique experience, set against a new outdoor location yet to