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Behind The Scenes of BopFest with X&G, RamonPang, vincebyvince, and shaawh

On April 10th, 2021 Twitch played host the the first ever edition of BopFest, a virtual festival hosted by Baauer. Here is a recap of the festival from some of those who performed. How were you first approached to perform on the BopFest lineup and how did it feel? RamonPang: Priyank Bhatia (YankTheTank) was the [continued]
Essentials: “Noise” – Kaelin Ellis

Kaelin Ellis’ new single “Noise” is a warm, inviting slice of modern funk. The latest single from the multi-platinum selling producer, who has worked with the likes of Kaytranada and Lupe Fiasco in the past, is the exact type of hip-hip/funk fusion perfect for the summer. Made for The Heist, a collaborative compilation between record [continued]
Essentials: “Deep In The Sea” – RamonPang

“Deep In The Sea”, the latest track from electronic rising star RamonPang, is an eclectic ode to the ocean. Serving as the final single before the release of his debut full-length album Nature System, “Deep In The Sea” meshes aquatic inspirations with RamonPang’s signature blend of acid basslines, glitchy synths and glistening harps to create [continued]
An Interview With: AFTERMYFALL

AFTERMYFALL is a rising star of hardcore and metal whose latest single, the earth-shaking “JustSurviveSomehow” is out now. I chatted to him about his inspirations, musical process and ambitions. What are your first memories of music? Growing up my dad was actually a pro audio engineer back in the 80s, he worked with the entirety [continued]
Essentials: “JustSurviveSomehow” – AFTERMYFALL

“JustSurviveSomehow,” the latest single from up and coming metalcore artist AFTERMYFALL, is a harrowing look at the hardships the artist has faced. His lyrics paint a vivid picture of his struggles and the weight of the emotions he bore at his lowest. In his own words, the song is “a credo of personal growth, meant [continued]
Essentials: “Luck of the Irish” – Foggieraw

Foggieraw’s latest single is a cool, slick slice of what’s to come next for the rising star. The Maryland artist brings his effortlessly laid-back flow over a buttery smooth instrumental courtesy of French producer SOUDIERE. The excellent production stars on “Luck of the Irish” with an incredible saxophone sample taking centre stage in lieu of [continued]
Essentials: Secondwind – Werk

Secondwind, the latest EP from Vancouver producer and DJ Werk, is a stylish and forward thinking body of electronic music. The EP, his first in five years, brings a blend of new era and classic dance and electronic styles to the table. “This project was about me learning how to dissect my tracks, strip away [continued]
Review: Coastal – Bandeauxx

Coastal does not feel like a product of the lockdown that it was produced in. The EP takes the listener on a sonic holiday, with Miami artist Bandeauxx leading you on an audio world tour as if the lockdown was a mere memory. Clocking in at just over 10 minutes, its a some much needed [continued]
Essentials: “Bon Bon (Mike Lindsay Remix)” – Songhoy Blues

“Bon Bon (Mike Lindsay Remix)” is fun and danceable take on one of the standout tracks from Songhoy Blues‘ 2020 album Optimisme. The remix sees the UK based Malian rock band put their song in the hands of Mercury prize-winning musician Mike Lindsay of electronic folk band Tunng amongst others. Released on Transgressive Records, Lindsay [continued]
The Best Songs and Albums of 2020

Members of our Saint Audio team picked some of their favorite songs and albums from one of the strangest years of our lifetime—2020. Alex Donaldson’s Picks Albums Nowhere Land – KarkaraIt’s hard to imagine a piece of artwork more fitting for the music it is paired with than the cover of Nowhere Land. The French [continued]