Australian artists have a knack for crafting music that encapsulates the feeling of the sun on your skin. Not sure what I mean? Just listen to Cosmo’s Midnight‘s absurdly infectious little number ‘History’. The combination of sugary sweet vocals and sexy bounce create a feeling of pure joy. It’s a seductive smile from your crush. It’s dancing in the sand. It’s day…
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Gladiator low key murdered 2016. From their stellar Transit EP, to the barrage of boundary pushing singles (‘Half Moon,’ ‘Berserk,’ ‘Plug’) they proved that they’re still at the top of their game. It looks like 2017 will see more of the same, as the duo return with another stellar single in ‘Sierra’. The track embodies the great outdoors, crafting a worldly…
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Mansionair’s ‘Easier’ is an emotionally gripping, slow burner with a powerful punch. Taking the track to new levels come a fresh remix from Electric Mantis. The stellar re-imagination sees Mantis embodying the touching feeling of the original while adding an even more impactful backdrop. The drums are more pronounced, the breaks are beautiful and the walls of bass and wobbly…
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This week was another avalanche of incredible music and that means another massive FUXWITHITFRIDAYS. Packed with 22 tracks there’s a touch of everything. Looking for upbeat or touching future bass? Peep that new Cosmo’s Midnight, Slumberjack or Electric Mantis. Trying to get dark and dirty? Keenan Mathias, HEKLER & k?d will take you there. Remixes of massive tracks your bag?…
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DMX and Swizzy are back! This isn’t some nostalgia induced dream, this is real life. The Dark Man and Swizz Beatz are back at it like it’s 98′. ‘Bain Iz Back’ sees Swizzy on the beat and dropping vocals for the hook and intro. Despite a shaky past few years, DMX proves he’s still got it, delivering ferocious and ruthless…
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The Hoxton is closing. The rumours have proven true and the iconic club will close its doors at the end of the month. What has been whispered throughout the city for the past few weeks was confirmed on Embrace’s social accounts and Richard Lambert’s (Hoxton’s co-owner) interview with Now Toronto. For the past 6 years The Hoxton was the city’s best night…
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With a new single, new EP and new tour, Big Wild is about to have a massive 2017. First things first – the music. ‘I Just Wanna’ is an infectious new single that hooks you in with an upbeat undertone and addictive vocals. When the drop hits it’s an explosion of excitement and elation. It’s a serotonin spiking blast of auditory…
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Barclay Crenshaw continues to build some serious momentum. After wowing us with ‘The Gene Sequence’ and his ‘Transmission 001 Mixtape,’ he’s back again with a new single. ‘The Real X Files’ builds upon his extraterrestrial aesthetic with a mysterious and rugged twist. Lady Chann’s vocals drift between an elusive mystique and brash directness. Meanwhile, the production remains in the vein…
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Atlanta based producer Mayhem has been at the forefront of bass and electronic trap music for quite some time. With the release of 2083 he proves once again that he’s ahead of the game. As the title track opens things up, it gives listeners the perfect tease of what’s to come; beautiful melodic sections, hints of future bass and the…
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KRANE is back with another letter in his name (note the a) and a collab with Ekali. The highly anticipated ‘Akira’ is everything you’d hope for from two of the most talented rising producers out. Cold keys and breathy soundscapes are interwoven with snapping snares for an auditory experience that feels like trekking across frozen tundra. Don’t let the desolate build fool…
