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Essentials: “First Mythz” – Rustie

Following a steady stream of free releases, Glaswegian producer Rustie‘s gifted us with “First Mythz,” the lead single off his upcoming album EVENIFUDONTBELIEVE. Dolphin trills echo through a technicolor blast of incandescent synths, emitting a buoyant sound that’s reminiscent of trance and happy hardcore on “First Mythz.” The neon artwork and stadium-rattling maximalist positivity in [continued]
Blood Orange Pens Thoughts On “Sandra’s Smile” Lyrics

Following the release of “Sandra’s Smile,” New York based artist Devonte Hynes, known as Blood Orange, provided a further look at his poignant lyrics for his tribute to Sandra Bland. [continued]
NEWS: Watch The Trailer For Upcoming Hudson Mohawke Documentary, “Very First Breath”

Noisey shared the first trailer for their upcoming documentary on Hudson Mohawke, Very First Breath. The film follows HudMo (known as Ross Birchard) back to his hometown of Glasgow preceding the release of his critically acclaimed second album Lantern. We’re looking forward to the film; as one of the most recognized Scottish electronic musicians of the decade, Hudson [continued]
Keeper’s Favorite Fall Tracks

Austin-based trio Keeper is about to be your new favorite band. Their latest album, Moonhigh, highlights Keeper’s enchanting harmonies and soulful synths, making it an absolute must-listen. Read on for our chat below, and check out Keeper’s top picks in our exclusive playlist. [continued]
Essentials: “Reaper” – Neo Fresco

Do you like techno? Yes? Do you like SPOOKY techno? Well, then have we got a treat for you! Neo Fresco‘s latest, “Reaper,” is an ominous dive into black-as-night bass. A more intense sound than we’re used to hearing from the LA-based producer, “Reaper”‘s pounding, subterranean rhythm sucks you in from the start, taking you on a [continued]
Essentials: “Cuenta” – Branchez

It’s been a minute – no, a year – since we’ve heard original material from NY producer Branchez, and while the wait was long, it was so worth it. Earlier today he dropped “Cuenta,” a hybrid of massive trapped-out synths and jittery, cartoon-y dancehall vocals. One of the most distinguishable parts of Branchez’s sound is [continued]
Jack Ü (Skrillex and Diplo) Release Emotional “To Ü” Video

As if Skrillex and Diplo haven’t been busy enough lately, the pair (known as Jack Ü) have released the visual treatment for their mesmerizing single with AlunaGeorge, “To Ü.” [continued]
Essentials: “Ride For My City (Feat. Penthouse Penthouse, Goodnight Cody, and Promnite)” – Great Dane

To soundtrack your (hopefully) lazy Sunday, LA-based producer Great Dane linked up with a crop of Team Supreme homies for a laid-back hip hop cut, “Ride For My City.” [continued]
EP Review: “The Passion Project” – Lido and Santell

After several teasers, we’ve finally been treated to producer Lido‘s collaboration with vocalist Santell, The Passion Project. The five-track EP harkens back to the days of pure bump n’ grind R&B from the 90s; as the kids say, this is the epitome of baby-making music. Santell’s voice is a unique kind of sexy, somehow surpassing [continued]
Essentials: “WaFfLe (Feat. Fatman Scoop)” – DJWS

WALK IN. FUCK SHIT UP. LEAVE. That’s Fatman Scoop‘s chant in his collab with DJWS, “WaFfLe.” Scoop’s boisterous voice amps up the power behind DJWS’s dark, speaker rattling house beat, building to a hypeman’s roar throughout the course of the track. This one’s likely to be a party-starter anthem as we close out 2015 – [continued]