After more than three years since his debut album, Layers, Grammy-nominated producer Party Favor has finally shared his electrifying follow-up, RESET. True to its title, the 14-track LP spans an eclectic palette of deep bass, trap hitters, house-inspired interludes, and a tinge of 80s-inspired accents, and calls for a “reset” on this project in more ways than one. A grand…
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“Feminism” and “Representation.” Two words that have often been bombasticized and distorted in conversations in music. What exactly does it mean to be an “ally”? How many of these “empowerment” posts from labels are merely performative? Furthermore, when female representation in the EDM world is often discussed, it remains in the realm of the mainstream, in high-energy genres, and is…
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An electric exploration of anxious love, the psyche, and the modern social experience, GLOWSTONE’s debut EP I is a vivid glimpse into the reality of two very unique musicians and demonstrates a sound in a class of its own. Formed by singer-songwriter-producer MADI and music-producer-musician and master composer sober rob, GLOWSTONE combines the insurmountable talents of both acts for something…
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Very few times can one find an artist who not only doesn’t fit into a genre but adheres to many in a reality of his own. This is exactly the discovery made when listening to camoufly’s dazzling yet meditative EP, Faith, which among all other things, is indescribably different. The EP opens with the ethereal track, ‘Q‘, immediately inebriating listeners…
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Electronic music (especially EDM) has certainly developed a reputation over the years, from its “trendy” nature to its constant upbeat rave culture. When electronic artists drop a “new extremely emotional track,” it’s not usually something I find particularly resonant. Listeners are often left searching for emotion in overt, loud, bass drops and snappy samples that often feel more mechanical than…
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For fans in the electronic music scene, festivals and clubs are supposed to be havens where all identities can escape the pressures of everyday life, and feel love and acceptance from a community, united by a love of music. The dazzling light shows, shocking effects and visuals, and ear-numbing audio create an atmosphere where fans can meld into their most…
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Across genres and generations, electronic music icon Flume and promising producer QUIET BISON have released a hallucinogenic epic of a song; one many fans have been waiting for, and one certainly worth that wait. ‘ESCAPE’ (featuring one of Flume’s favorite vocalists, KUČKA) is an enchanting new listen while remaining reminiscent of Flume’s classic pioneering sound. QUIET BISON’s careful attention to…
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Wisdom, soul, and unpredictability. Three words that describe the effervescent, vintage-inspired production of Kaelin Ellis. The notable producer/instrumentalist/DJ’s new album THE FUNK WILL PREVAIL speaks to all of this, with more theatrics (and little time) to spare. The album begins in a whimsical fashion, where a formant-shifted, alien-like voice directly addresses its audience. “Hello,” the voice says (presumably Kaelin himself).…
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Versatile DJ/Producer ALRT has made a strong impression with ‘Poppin’, the latest release on his imprint, NRG records. The track is in fact teeming with energy, a tantalizing tribute to jersey club bounce that also hints at trap and dubstep elements throughout. The track starts off with a calm synth and delicate woodwind sounds, which are quickly upended by a…
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juuku & Farrah have joined forces on a new ethereal bass track ‘Heart Strings’ that offers listeners insight into an otherworldly experience of high-contrast sound and light. Equal parts hard-hitter and heart-giver, the new release investigates the relationships between peace and power in a multitude of genre references. Combining a myriad of elements, from future bass, trap, dubstep, and DNB,…
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