Spotlighting the latest tracks making waves and the artists behind them who are shaping today’s growing music scene. This series delves into the stories behind the releases, offering insight into what makes each track click. Featuring both emerging talents and established names, The Discovery Mix captures the creativity driving their respective genres. This week, we’re focusing on Maike Depas, Whisnu Santika, and many others – from reflective anthems to dancefloor-ready sounds, these tracks bring a fresh perspective. Here’s what sets them apart.
Electronic & Bass
€URO TRA$H – House Music for Stripclubs [Yellow Claw Alter Ego]
Yellow Claw’s alter ego, €URO TRA$H, delivers a provocative 13-track album, House Music for Stripclubs, inspired by the culture and energy from the darker side of town. This collection fuses raw house energy with perfect vocal elements, creating a playful yet edgy vibe that has a kick. Featuring collaborations with diverse artists like OGAQUAFINA and Bok Nero, the album highlights €URO TRA$H’s ability to bring in talent from diverse backgrounds and still make it all work together. Bold and unconventional, €URO TRA$H as a must-watch project.
YILO – Outset
YILO’s debut EP, Outset, is an exploration of many shades. Blending bass, dubstep, and experimental elements, the EP highlights the infinite possibilities humans can achieve if motivated. The EP’s soundscape combines organic instrumentation and electronic synth work to evoke emotional depth and meditative energy, natural of Milo Yugen’s philosophy regarding love and connection. With performances at Secret Dreams and Lost Lands and a milestone of 100k SoundCloud plays, YILO is steadily gaining recognition. This immersive and experimental adventure has set up YILO as a transformative force.
Torbjørn – Crime
“Crime,” the second single from Torbjørn’s Villains EP, delivering on a powerful blend of thunderous bass and gritty hip-hop lyricism, encapsulating his unique “hip-hop with drops” sound. The track balances chaotic energy with calculated precision, creating a visceral soundscape reminiscent of familiar sounds such as Deep Dark & Dangerous and Deadbeats. Known for his high-energy festival performances, Torbjørn does it again with “Crime,” an energy hungry, genre-bending experience easy to come back to.
Joey LaBeija – Less Than Three
Joey LaBeija’s “Less Than Three” marks his return with an emotive blend of experimental R&B and hypnotic instrumental design. Known for his collaborations with icons like Frank Ocean and Mowalola, Joey’s new track captures the beauty in letting go, merging brooding synths with introspective vocal effects. Fans of ambient sounds on the experimental side will find, “Less Than Three,” right down their alley.
Whisnu Santika – “Mi Casa”
Whisnu Santika wraps up a career-defining year with “Mi Casa,” a track blending Indonesian rhythms and Latin-inspired influences, featuring Cinta Laura and Liquid Silva. Known for performances at Tomorrowland and ADE, Santika’s sound has easily reached clear across the globe. “Mi Casa” is a danceable highlight primed for New Year’s celebrations. This track continues his streak of hits like “Mambo Jambo” and “Yummy,” showcasing Whisnu is seriously on to something.
Steller feat. Jessy Covets – Chasing Butterflies
Steller teams up with Jessy Covets on “Chasing Butterflies,” a dreamy bass-driven track featured on MorFlo Records’ SLOW DOWN Vol. 2. The song’s dynamic and funky blend of bass and real-life brass instruments is an infectious combination that simply cannot be beat. Supported by industry heavyweights like CloZee and LSDream, Steller continues to rise as a festival favorite with over a million Spotify streams for her collaborations. “Chasing Butterflies” has stand-out energy that makes it a go-to for bass music fans and beyond.
Indie & Rock
Indira May – Imaginary Problems
Indira May’s Imaginary Problems EP bursts with colorful flavor with a hybrid style focus on indie and electronic, offering a sophisticated yet eclectic sound. The EP’s standout tracks like “Don’t Feed the Sharks” and “Childsplay” delve into themes of personal struggle and standing up for yourself, while playful tracks like “Dance Tonight” highlight her witty lyricism and bold arrangements. With recognition from BBC Introducing and playlist features like Spotify’s Jazz UK, Indira goes beyond the pail with her musical goals. Her approach and hauntingly beautiful vocals is easy to repeat all over again.
Tyrin – All Over Again
“All Over Again,” the focus single from Tyrin’s Blue Hour EP, takes listeners through a story of heartbreak, healing, and self-reflection. The track blends pop-punk and hip-hop influences with introspective lyricism, a seriously heart-warming and memorable experience. Tyrin’s latest EP is his best yet, which mirrors his personal growth over four transformative years. With its emotional depth and universal relatability, “All Over Again” is a must-hear for anyone seeking something with a charming edge.
Hip-Hop
Fitasha – Famous
Fitasha’s single “Famous” leads her latest album, Rush, with a powerful declaration of independence and agency. The track merges soulful vocals with hip-hop rhythms where the bars distinctively stand on their own. Previously praised by Rolling Stone Mexico, her work continues to explore themes of self-love and not backing down. Fitasha’s has come along way, “Famous,” symbolizes her ability to keep going, as she continues to put her best out there.