Armin van Buuren – ‘Balance (Remixes, Pt. 2)
Adding in another four renditions, the second part of the ‘Balance’ remix pack sees new interpretations of album singles ‘Something Real’, ‘Runaway’, ‘Unlove You’ and ‘Always’. Reimagined by Cosmic Gate, Fisherman, Myon and Assaf, these tracks will prove instant playlist material as well as genuine mainstage wreckers.
ARTY – ‘You’re Not Alone (ft. Griff Clawson)’
Inspiring hope in listeners worldwide, this meaningful single by ARTY shines with the empowering and gripping vocals of L.A. singer-songwriter Griff Clawson on a backdrop of shining piano tones and eruptive melodies. ‘You’re Not Alone’ takes you by the hand on – and beyond – the dance floor.
Andrew Rayel – ‘Light Side Of The Harmony (FYH 200 Anthem)’
As the unmistakable, stadium-quivering anthem of Find Your Harmony 200, Andrew Rayel’s ‘Light Side Of The Harmony’ dwells between the dark and light to offer up the best of both worlds. Juggling rough bass-driven parts with the innate musical brilliance its creator is known for, this track pushes fans over the edge and into a perfect equilibrium.
Kane – ‘Days Like These’ / ‘Forgive Me Forget You’
A label bent on being a home for passionate progressive producers, Grum’s Deep State is now alive with its first release from Kane. ‘Days Like These’ and ‘Forgive Me Forget You’ are two must hear records — the first record being anthemic and melodic, yet gritty and driving and the latter being a track filled with techno-driven rhythm and relentless bass.
Giuseppe Ottaviani – ‘Time To Play’
Immediately staking its claim as one of the year’s most high-impact speaker-busters, Giuseppe Ottaviani’s brand-new offering to the Armind label doesn’t pull any punches at all. From the distorted vocals to the raging bassline and pulsating lead synths, ‘Time To Play’ offers full-on Trance-tinged madness not to be trifled with.
Pierro – ‘Machine Elves’
Coming in at full speed from Swedish DJ and producer, Pierro is the banging new track which he premiered at Rave Culture during Amsterdam Dance Event this past October — ‘Machine Elves’. Straight off the bat, with a proper mixture of progressive and techno sounds he hits us with a dark pulsating bassline that shakes your spine. Synths flow in creating a “hands in the air” moment before the soothing vocals cut through the track’s airy layers. Finally, that heavy bassline attacks again, giving listeners the cue to break loose and dance the night away.
Cubicolor – ‘Hardly A Day, Hardly A Night’
Innovative trio Cubicolor share their third LP offering, album title track, ‘Hardly A Day, Hardly A Night‘; ahead of the album’s anticipated release next month. Inspired by the cycles of time and feelings of loss, hope and acceptance, Cubicolor’s latest combines exceptional sound design and intimate story-telling, led by Tim Digby-Bells mesmeric vocal.
Orjan Nilsen x Fingerling – ‘U Gotta’
Celebrating the 100th release of his label, Ørjan Nilsen teams up once again with fellow Fingerling for ‘U Gotta‘. Having started his imprint with a collaboration between the two, this duo has proven to be a recipe for success throughout their joint work. Sporting glowing vocals and heavenly chords before the inevitably bass-heavy beat drop, this track equals straight fire on the dance floor.
Youngr – ‘Memories’
A collection of songs shaped by a reflective state of mind during the writing process, ‘Memories’ is a ten-track journey through Youngr’s life experiences. Capturing the essence of both the clear blue skies and the potholes in the road, the songs of the album not only narrates the ups and downs of the past few years, but also paint the picture of where Youngr is right now on a musical, lyrical and emotional level.
Carnage – ‘Blitzkrieg (Coone Remix)’
Last summer, Carnage took the EDM world by storm by re-entering the scene with ‘Blitzkrieg’ and now Coone is giving the track an epic revival in his signature hardstyle sound — trading Carnage’s trademark trap influences for rapid-fire kickdrums, reverberating bass and screeching synths.
Esofact – ‘Esofact’
“We’re extremely excited to share our debut EP with the world. We wanted this release to embody the feel good future genre in a way that no one had quite approached it before. Our compositions are intricate and we explore the idea of multiple key changes to communicate large story arcs. Between the use of synths and found sounds, along with relatively experimental compositions we are very proud of what this EP brings to the future beats/bass genre”.
— Esofact shares their enthusiasm for releasing their debut EP, ‘Esofact’.
Various Artists – ‘Jukebox Vol. 2’
Lining up a selection of their favourite producers, ‘Jukebox Vol. 2’ covers a cross section of house and techno in a way that reflects the unique vibe of the Groovement events.
Tisoki – ‘Promise (ft. Lil Lotus)’
Fresh off a NYE performance at Insomniac’s Countdown festival, Dim Mak producer Tisoki is joined by emo rap pioneer Lil Lotus on ‘Promise’ a boundary-free composition that integrates elements of bass music with the passion and vulnerabilities of Lil Lotus’ emotive vocals.
Deerock x Wylie x Ian Matthew – ‘Hold Me Down’
Deerock is happy to share his 3rd original piece of work ‘Hold Me Down’ with 19 year-old Swedish producer Wyle and rhythmic vocalist Ian Matthew.
Midnight Kids – ‘Last Time’
Kyle Girard and Dylan Lee of Midnight Kids release their newest and anthemic track ‘Last Time’ via RCA Records.
CRaymak – ‘Malfunction’
CRaymak hits us hard with his EP, ‘Malfunction’, which is out now on Circus Records.
Various Artists – ‘The Prophecy Vol. 1’
Bassrush Records has released its new compilation album, ‘The Prophecy Volume 1’. Across the package’s 11-tracks, the label is tipping its hat to both familiar and emerging artists that they are looking to get behind in the near future.
TCTS – ‘Not Ready For Love’
TCTS unveils the music video for his buzzing single ‘Not Ready For Love’ featuring Maya B. Directed by Joan Bosch and shot in Barcelona, the music video shocks the lyrics to life. A group of friends kick back in a parking lot before the track takes over, and the female protagonist quite literally bends over backwards under the rush of love. The visual jumps to a flashy and frenetic dance routine awash in neon lights and turn-of-the-century raver style as it pulsates to a driving rhythm.
