elrow Returns To Australia in Extraordinary Style

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After skipping 2019, elrow returned to Australia for Melbourne, Sydney and Perth editions. Alongside their Rowmudas Triangle show, they brought Mark Knight, Erick Morillo, Chelina Manuhutu, Eddy M and Viviana Casanova out to perform.

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Melbourne was unlucky with weather, having thunderstorms all day – although, this didn’t stop thousands turning out to the luckily undercover event. The Rowmudas Triangle themed event meant for blow up sea creatures all around the event, even hanging from the roof. It also meant for quite a bit of the crowd dressing up as pirates and the like.

The production was next level, as expected from elrow’s reputation. They focus more on the show, not necessarily the music – which results in a spectacle of confetti, beach balls, people dressed up – it really is like nothing else.

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As stated above; the music wasn’t the sole selling point of the show, but nevertheless perfect anyway! Each artist played amazing sets and whilst all deep house, each act had a sense of uniqueness to their performances.

If there’s ever an elrow show near you, it’s definitely worth going to tick it off the bucket list!

Disclosure & Khalid Release Follow Up; ‘Know Your Worth’

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Last year, Khalid and Disclosure collaborated on ‘Talk’, which earned them a Grammy nomination for Record of the Year. The song was also featured on Khalid’s second album Free Spirit. The successful and talented trio are back with the sophomore collaboration; ‘Know Your Worth’.

This new one is the third single from Khalid’s upcoming third studio project following ‘Up All Night’ and ‘Eleven’ and finds the R&B star’s opening falsetto floating over soft Caribbean-inspired keys until the bass and drums uplifts on the chorus.

“When I started writing this song, it was like I was singing to myself in the mirror,” Khalid revealed on Zane Lowe’s World Record on Apple Music during the single’s debut. “I feel like the message in this song is something that I needed to hear at the time I was writing it and I hope that it resonates with a lot of people who need to hear that kind of message.”

UK house duo Disclosure have been on a semi-hiatus recently, with the only track releasing in 2019 being the first Khalid partnership. 2020 seems like the right time to grace the airwaves with their quality, hopefully ‘Know Your Worth’ is the kick starter.

Brazilian bass-heavy wonder Illusionize releases “Distortion” with Insomniac Records

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lllusionize was acknowledged in 2017 as the third most influential Brazilian DJ/Producer by the national Top 100 DJ Ranking, curated by House Mag. Amassing an astonishing 766 thousand monthly listeners in Spotify and an online following that goes well over 1 million fans, he is known for actively shaping Brazil’s current sound signature.

“Distortion” is a collaboration between Illusionize and Visage Music, and it is a club-crusher. The song is a blend of Illusionize’s musical essence with ‘G-House’, full of groovy basslines, heavy low end and dark synths and vocals that incite ghetto-like vibes certain to get the club in rave-mode.

Illusionize is conquering fans around the globe with his unique, signature sound and unparalleled style, touring Asia, South America, Africa, USA and Europe and is even hosting his very own Record Label Stage on Mysteryland 2020 in Amsterdam.

Be sure to experience the freshness of “Distortion” in the links below:

MEMBA and Levus Alone Team Up to “Meet Freedom”

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The road to release for MEMBA’s latest track on ODESZA’s imprint has been four years in the making. It began when longtime co-writer, Levus Alone, recorded the vocals for the track while working at Bingo in Leeds. After sitting on the recording for a while MEMBA got inspired to revisit the file and frame it into the wonderfully unique track that just got released at the tail end of January. 

The single features MEMBA’s signature cinematic sound building up the pitched vocals from Levus Alone. The drop appears to be a unique blend of future bass, midtempo and trap which carries the emotional notes from the breakdown and adds a bit of dark energy into the mix. In addition to the single, MEMBA will also be kicking off a new American tour in April with revamped visuals from their highly acclaimed SAGA-II experience. 

MEMBA shared some words about the upcoming show:
“We’ve been waiting for the chance to put on our own immersive show since we started MEMBA in 2015. Everything we’ve been doing has been leading up to this tour. We’ve built brand new instruments, inflatable eggs – that’s all we can say. We’re trying to put together an experience unlike you’ve ever seen before. We’ll be bringing special guests, characters, a giant puppet and more. We’re excited to show everyone what our project is really about.”

They’re certainly going to be ones to watch so make sure you’re following their escapades on social media. As for Levus Alone, well the name says it all right there. MEMBA states, “He’s one of the most talented people we’ve worked with and he really does like to be left alone.” Be sure to enjoy their latest collaboration using the links below. 

Remix Radar 035: Featuring Steve Aoki, Skream, & Friend Within

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It’s already the first Tuesday of February and I am bewildered with where January went. We’ve had an eventful past week. The not so good: The American political system, Brexit finally happened, Coronavirus, Iowa cacus mishap. The Good: The Super Bowl and the Shakira and JLo halftime show, (it’s almost) the Academy Awards, and great new tunes from the Gorillaz, Caribou, and an assortment of Major Label artists. We also have a great new Remix Radar that features Steve Aoki, Skream, and Friend Within. Scroll down for the fun.

R3HAB with ZAYN Ft. Jungleboi – Flames (Steve Aoki Remix)

Steve Aoki brings an absolute riot to listeners with his take of the R3HAB and ZAYN collab, “Flames”. The boisterous bass and piercing synth create a hyperactive energy that is a far cry from the original. Steve Aoki’s remix is perfect for R3HAB’s festival appearances.

Georgia – Never Let You Go (Skream Remix)

I absolutely love this remix from Skream. He transforms Georgia’s “Never Let You Go” into a modern ’80s, almost synth-wave vibe. It’s a beautifully orchestrated production that encapsulates the slightly distorted Georgia with a delicious effect.

Hermitude Ft. Buddy & BJ The Chicago Kid – OneFourThree (Friend Within Remix)

Friend Within unveils an unexpected sound on his remix of Hermitude’s “OneFourThree”. While the overall sound is the club and house vibe the British artist is known for, the remix has a whimsical flavor that isn’t often found in the composition of his other tracks. That extra flair does wonders and makes this a great remix.

MJ Cole – 90 Miles (Model Man Remix)

In the run-up to the release of MJ Cole’s new and mysterious project, the legendary artist has released several great remixes. The brother-duo, Model Mad unleashed the newest addition, which is a mystifying take on the unreleased “90 Miles”. The duo does a wonderful job constructing a hauntingly beautiful sound that swells and shimmers in penetrating waves. It’s almost like Model Man is creating a modern, ethereal electronic jazz.

If you enjoy this remix, Model Man just released an EP that’s worth a listen.

Get Real, Claude VonStroke & Green Velvet – Jolean (Damian Lazarus Re-Shape)

Damian Lazarus succeeds at making a Claude VonStroke track even weirder, but it’s a great thing. The remix “Jolean” is more minimalistic and has a suspenseful edge to it that creates a horror movie-like vibe. It’s exactly what I want to hear at 4 am in the Arts District of LA.

Franky Wah Ft. Jessie Ware – Time After Time (Elliot Adamson Remix)

The Franky Wah and Jessie Ware collaboration, “Time After Time” gets a rave-tastic remix from Elliot Adamson. The remix feels like it came directly from the burgeoning underground UK dance scene of 15 years ago. That being said, I love the reemergence of this old raver, dance scene sort of sound.

What So Not & Diablo – OHGAHDAM! (Tise Jones Remix)

Tise Jones gets the booties shaking with his pulsating bass house remix of “OHGAHDAM!”. The standout track from the remix pack is the first release from Jones. If this is representative of what’s coming, then I will be eagerly waiting the next tracks from Jones.

Two Can – Gonna Be (Sippy Remix)

Two Can and Sippy are two of the fastest-rising Australian artists and I enjoy hearing them connect with this remix. Sippy flips “Gonna Be” into a bassed-out, vibey sound that does a great job of pulling listeners into its wake.

Mista Jam Ft. Laura White – Ultimatum (Wh0 Remix)

I’m a sucker for disco or funky sounds. So, of course, I love the Wh0 remix of “Ultimatum”. The pulsating beat, the cascading hi-hats, the thumping bass guitar, the sassy brass, and a pitched-up sampling of Laura White’s vocal culminates in a groovy remix.

Love Harder Ft. Amber Van Day – Oblivion (TCTS Remix)

TCTS brings a banging remix to listeners with his remix of the highly successful debut of Love Harder, “Oblivion”. It drips a sexy hypnotic vibe that will lure the heartiest of listeners to the dancefloor. I enjoy TCTS’s take more than the original.

Todd Terry – Bounce To The Beat (Serum Remix)

Todd Terry’s 1995 dance track, “Bounce To The Beat” receives a revitalizing remix from Serum. This version blends the house spirit of the original with the raucous-vigor of DnB for a blistering sound. Serum highlights his skill as a sound designer on this remix.

Lane 8 Ft. Arctic Lake – Road (Jerro Remix)

It is no secret that I am a massive fanboy of Lane 8. The second track of his new album, “Road” received remixes from Dirty South and Jerro. Personally, I prefer the Jerro remix more than the Dirty South version, but both are great reimaginings. The Jerro remix creates an enveloping emotional wave that I really connect with.

Konx-Om-Pax – Rez (Skee Mask Remix)

Skee Mask constructs a mosaic-like sound with the remix of Konx-Om-Pax’s “Rez”. The experimental production takes listeners on a dynamic ride through a chaotic, yet precisely weaved atmospheric sound design. It’s a wild ride.

ONE FROM THE VAULT

Florence + The Machine – What Kind Of Man (Nicolas Jaar Remix)

With Nicolas Jaar releasing two new tracks under his Against All Logic moniker, I’ve been constantly listening to his discography and was reminded of his almost twelve and a half minute remix of the goddess, Florence + The Machine. Everything about this is perfect. The guitar lick shimmers. The bass thumps and grooves. The synths wail with fervor. The distorted samples amuse the senses. To top it off, Nicolas closes the track with a melancholy trumpet line. It’s the coolest remix of all time.

Capitol Records & Loud Robot Welcome Chaz Cardigan with “Not OK!”

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While music is widely considered to be an outlet for creative types, there seems to be a barrier that many fail to cross which is truly and honestly open up to their audience. Many times it’s veiled with metaphor upon metaphor but that is not the case here with American based musician, Chaz Cardigan. In his latest track, he puts every tool at his disposal towards opening up about his journey thus far and his path to self-acceptance which has taken him further than ever before. 

To give a brief history about Chaz Cardigan’s rise till now, he started by releasing an album in 2017 and then garnered a wider audience in 2018 after each of his singles were picked up by the highly selective Spotify Editorial curators. For his first track of 2020, he puts heavy emphasis on each of his verses to detail a difficult part of his life and how it shaped him into what he is today. When watching the expertly crafted and layered music video, there’s an undeniable feeling of catharsis in seeing him come to terms with himself and defying the outside forces which made him feel boxed in. Make sure to view it for yourself and settle in for a wild ride. 

Maximals Return to Protocol with Chad Kowal For ‘What Are We Waiting For’

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Label favorites, Maximals has returned to Nicky Romero’s imprint for their first release of the new year alongside Vocalkitchen singer and songwriter, Chad Kowal. After scoring timeless hits with one of Kowal’s friends and colleague, Nino Lucarelli, with “Fall In Line,” it seems that Maximals has struck gold once again with “What Are We Waiting For.” 

The track fuses many uplifting genres include pure house, a splash of groove, progressive house, and future house. It’s a wonderful culmination of styles held together by Chad Kowal’s stellar performance. Together this one contains all the elements of a modern classic and with early support from Fedde Le Grand, this one is sure to take off into the stratosphere. Be sure to stream it now!

Louis The Child Drops New Single Don’t Mind Off Upcoming Album

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After announcing their upcoming Here For Now tour through America, Louis The Child dropped a single off their much-anticipated album. The track, titled “Don’t Mind,” featuring vocals from Louis The Child themselves. The song falls in line with their signature blend of electronic sounds and acoustic instrumentation which brings in the production prowess from EDM with the heart and soul from live performances.


Their vocals add a boyish charm to the track which could easily become another anthem that people will sing along to at their shows. It’s bright, full of carefree joy, and catchy as can be. If this is any indication on what we can expect from their upcoming full-length album, their fans will be in for quite the treat! Listen to the initial salvo below!

Grimehouse and Sicknal Invite You to Rage at “Fight Club”

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UFO Recordz has been unstoppable lately, putting out a wide variety of releases from deep house to bass house and now raw dubstep. Despite the different genres, each track feels right at home on the imprint. This latest one comes from Grimehouse and rapper, Sicknal and it is bound to break some rails around the globe. To put it simply: It’s dirty, it’s confident, and it’s powerful. 

One of the funniest moments is when Grimehouse sampled the classic vine, “I can’t believe you’ve done this,” which just injects such a fun and lighthearted vibe into an otherwise devastatingly monstrous track. Make sure you’re sitting down whenever you’re listening to “Fight Club” because you might just fall out of your chair!

Major Lazer Return With Surprise New EP “Soca Storm”

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Major Lazer gifted fans with a huge treat today. In surprise fashion, the trio dropped their new “Soca Storm” EP, featuring three brand new tracks to hold listeners over until their upcoming and final album later this year.

The songs, “Soca Storm”, “Wet It Up” and “King of the Party”, had been floating around in Major Lazer sets for a while now, though this marks the first time they’ll be available to stream. The songs also boast features from two soca music artists, Mr. Killa on tracks one and three and Zeek on “Wet It Up.” Major Lazer pull heavily from their dance hall and reggaeton roots for this project, and fans of their earlier material will be happy to hear they’ve honed in on that sound once again.

Again, this EP comes as a precursor to the group’s much anticipated final album coming later this year, before they disband for good at the end of 2020. Check out the EP now and get hyped for one last hurrah from the Major Lazer clan.