Despite executing just about every genre at an elite level, Akeos‘ true genius lies in their ability to ceaselessly innovate within the realm of dubstep. From their debut on Never Say Die: Black Label just over two years ago to delivering consistently boundary-pushing bass music since then, the Pennsylvania-based producer has risen to stardom strictly out of sheer talent. So,…
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So, I’m over a week late with this write-up, not because I committed to having it done on release day, but because I wish I shared my thoughts on this project as soon as it came out. Mea culpa. However, after listening to ALEPH‘s debut album EGO DEATH on repeat for the greater part of the last week, the true…
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David Gotham’s debut single under his new alias, ‘Enter, The Holy Divine (Part I),’ is a seven-minute opus filled with twists and turns showcasing an almost unprecedented number of stylistic influences contained within a single track. From emotional highs to introspective lows, the piece was an impressive way for Gotham to make his mark on the scene, and now the…
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The best of the week is here and we’ve got new music from M?STIC x MANADA, Jon Casey, CHAZ, Raucous, Bailo, Pop Smoke x Kanye West x Pusha T, Swedish House Mafia, Duke & Jones, Valentino Khan x Nitti Gritti, NGHTMRE x Yung Pinch, 2Point + more! Listen below and enjoy the weekend.
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There’s nothing more exciting than hearing bass artists deviate from their signature sound and still executing to perfection. Artists often make their mark on the scene with a specific set of tools, and sometimes have difficulty branching away from what they know to evolve within the ever-growing bass realm. One producer that has been able to do that, though, is…
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HOUNDTRACK Tells A Story Of Escape And Rebirth With His ‘Last Chance At Life’ Album
by John Donahueby John DonahueMany albums over many years have told wonderful stories of different topics and beliefs, but one in particular has truly blew our hearts away. An album telling a story about our world heading for the worst. And how three friends take it into their own hands to really do something about it. To set off into the outskirts of our…
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Quality Goods Records is always at the forefront of the trap scene, setting the standard for so many trap fans across the globe. Their Quality Treats series has been an extra delight, showcasing some of the newest talents that the scene has to offer, and it never disappoints. Today, rising producers M?STIC and MANADA have collaborated for the 13th installment…
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phase 1: complete phase 2: begins No, I’m not quoting any villain from the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Neither Thanos, neither Kang, neither Ultron. These are words written by the hands of two of bass music’s favorite superheroes. Well known until now under their main pseudonym X&G (the name doesn’t ring a bell? Go home and do your homework), 2Point is…
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The lights begin to go down and the crowd begins to build up in energy as they know this revolutionizing producer is making his way to the stage. Innovative and forward-thinking are the two words that come to mind when I think of Will Sparks. Defining his own sound comes so naturally to this Australian producer that many believe all…
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sumthin sumthin Crawls Through Your ‘Nightmares’ With Fierce Frequencies
by John Donahueby John DonahueCreating a dark and dense space within your thoughts, sumthin sumthin slithers through the industry with his newest single, ‘Nightmares.’ A mind-opening experience filled to the brim with nostalgic atmospheres and gritty sound design. Taking you down a dark and lightless path of no return. An exhilarating yet soothing journey for many. Throughout the years, the artist has created a…