There’s nothing better than coming across a release that absolutely blows your mind. Finding an individual track that amazes is incredible enough, but a five track EP is something else. Enter Ivy Lab’s new release Peninsula. For those unfamiliar, Ivy Lab is the brainchild of London producers Sabre, Stray and Halogenix. Peninsula doesn’t just pull in listeners, it transports them into another dimension. The title…
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South African producer Jon Casey is definitely one of the top artists to look out for in 2017. As half of It Hz. he’s been killing it on the low with monster tunes like ‘Walking Dread’ and ‘Murdah’. Flexing his solo chops comes the impressive Rockefeller EP. The 4 track offering is a rugged, bass-heavy beast. ‘Kaboom’ sets the tone with…
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Whipped Cream has been killing it for a minute. Originally catching our ears with her Jersey Club flips, she’s continued to evolve into one of the more forward thinking artists out, constantly pushing boundaries. Her latest collab with up-and-coming producer Hekler is proof of this once more. What starts out as a seemingly regular future bass tune transcends those bounds…
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Mayhem Discusses His Influence on Trap, Life Lessons, New Album and Being A Label Owner
by Colinby ColinMayhem is the definition of an OG in the game. With over 20 years in the industry, he’s produced across a multitude of genres and even worked to define some. He was instrumental in the creation of (electronic) trap, blurring the lines between rap and electronic music going back as far as 2005. Earlier this year he released his debut album 2083, an amalgamation…
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More Life is here! The massively anticipated new album playlist has finally arrived. After premiering on OVO Sound Radio earlier this evening, the new project is now available on all major streaming platforms. Billed as playlist vs. an album, More Life takes on a new approach. It packs an almost mixtape-esq vibe but with all original music. Drake anchors the project…
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Part Favor’s knack for producing bangers is well known; from early cuts like ‘Jungle Boogie’ to the iconic ‘Bap U’ and over to the healthy helping of slappers off his last EP. ‘Wawa’ keeps the trend of heaters going. It’s short but sweet, combining vicious vocal chops with thundering bass and some booming 808s. This one is guaranteed to get the…
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Vaydr is back with a massive release on TrapHood Family. For those unfamiliar, Vaydr has been making some serious waves over the past year, with his Trap Nation release ‘Heights’ clocking over 6.5 Millions plays to date. Today he returns with yet another hybrid beast in ‘Vested’. The fierce track mixes together elements of trap, dubstep and club for a…
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Yesterday Mura Masa tweeted that his album is finished. As if that wasn’t good news enough, he also gifted fans with a new single. ‘1 Night’ sees Mura Masa connecting with Charli XCX for a summer-ready smash. The producer’s signature sound pairs perfectly with Charli’s infectious vocals. The steel drums and warm tones conjure images of a brief love story…
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Flosstradamus, Mayhem and Waka Flocka are all trap legends in their own right. So having all 3 of them collide on a tune is nothing short of massive. If you ever wondered what it might sound like if these heavyweights clicked up, you now have your answer. ‘Back Again’ is a bangin’ trap heater with some serious anthem potential. Waka’s energy…
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After a near silent 2016, Palais (formerly Palace) is back in a massive way for 2017. Last month he wowed us with infectious summer anthem ‘Instant Crush,’ and today he’s back with another heater. ‘Chimera’ shrugs off the poppy stylings of his previous release for a futuristic trap feel. It’s an enticing soundscape that weaves together shimmering sunshine with a…