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PressPlay Mixes #002: Jackal

PressPlay brings you another exclusive mix and interview, this time from rising English producer Jackal. [continued]
Artist Spotlight: King Henry

Hailing from New Mexico, LA based producer King Henry is set to rule 2015. [continued]
“I Love You Pt II (Lazerdisk Remix” – Lido

This week’s Essentials pick is Lazerdisk’s edit of “I Love You Pt. II”, off of Lido’s brand new “remixtape” that reimagines his previously released debut EP I Love You. [continued]
PressPlay Mixes #001: Kaptain

California-based Kaptain is here to get the groove back into your life, thanks to the help of his exclusive guest mix for PressPlay. His funk-filled sounds take us on an interstellar journey of spacey, glitchy beats, complemented with electro-soul vocals and future bass vibrations. Check out our interview with Kaptain below while you listen to… [continued]
An Homage to DJ Rashad

On April 26th, 2014, music lost a legend. The 34-year-old footwork pioneer DJ Rashad passed away in his Chicago home, and with his death, the music world was shaken. [continued]
Ryan Hemsworth: Lover of Scotland

After 25 minutes of wandering around the Cowgate area in Edinburgh and several profuse apologies, I finally found the very tall Ryan Hemsworth (see below). I greeted him with a hug and presented him with cupcakes to celebrate his 24th birthday, launching into a chat about his secluded hotel, as well as his journey to… [continued]
RLOTW #8: OWSLA

The OWSLA slogan is “Good Times, Good People”, and it’s clear that everyone affiliated with the label choses to put forth those vibes in their work and their relationships. [continued]
St Andrews Sands: Part Two

This week’s St Andrews Sands features a mix of chillwave, heavy bass, neo-soul and post-hardcore rock, with a bit of trap thrown in for good measure. [continued]
The Other Guys’ Homecoming

Fresh off a massive United States tour, beloved a cappella group The Other Guys returned to University of St Andrews with a breathtaking “Homecoming” performance in Buchanan Theatre. [continued]
Interview: Tigerlily on EDM and Feminism

“Being a girl in the industry is great because initially it’s much easier to be recognised and get your foot in the door. However once you’re in, it can be very hard to be respected and taken seriously.” [continued]