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Featured | Arty: The Future is Now.
Posted by JT on November 25, 2014
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Artyom Stolyarov, everyone’s favorite Ruski on the block, is by and large well on a path to becoming a godfather of electronic music. As I let my iTunes hit autodrive (read: shuffle) the chilling vocals from “Bliss” transported me back in time to a place that had slowly faded into a distant memory. Arty has journeyed to every corner of this world, quickly transforming himself into an international icon and becoming an inspiration for dreamers globally. As 2014 comes to an end he’s shown no signs of slowing down, with every year since 2009 pushing him further into the spotlight. If you’re in the LA area this week, scope out Arty at Exchange L.A. tomorrow night! (Wednesday November 26, 2014). Click on the jump for more!
Albums | Portrait Digital Presents: ‘Gallery:03’
Posted by JT on November 24, 2014
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Welcome to the edge of the horizon. If you dare, bring your scuba gear, because we’re about to travel deep into uncharted territory. Here, the weather is unpredictable. You’ll find yourself caught between a warm breeze and icy chills. There are quiescent deserts, bustling forests, mystifying depths of ocean, and volatile skies. Indeed, Portrait Digital have brought forward a showcase of melodies and beats that can be commended for realizing, thus far, the pinnacles reached by the Melodic Progressive House/Trance genre in its story of evolution. Out December 1, 2014, The Gallery:03 eases our transition into the New Year and foreshadows a sense of what to expect in 2015 from the label.
The compilation invests in well-known talents like Roald Velden, Bee Hunter, and Denis Neve, names that have become recognized for their contributions to this scene. Gallery:03 could not start off more perfectly as Idle Earth’s “Darling, My Love Is Yours” instills feel-good vibes, soundscaping our minds into a state of positivity. Moving ahead, one realizes that the melodic progressive genre has managed to break barriers onto the dancefloor, as demonstrated by the magicians Kirill Nikolaev & Denis Neve’s in “Redline” – a track that was featured on Armin Van Buuren’s ASOT 689. Alex Byrka & EdNikoff take us into the abyss with “Atlantis,” followed by Kono who delivers a one-way ticket to drifting in the skies with “Sakuna.” Each track narrates its own story delegated by emotional breaks, chords and synths.
The Gallery:03 has conquered our expectations and is a true reflection of Portrait Digital’s caliber. It is consistent, it is quality, and it is divine.
Deep House | EDX presents Collateral Effects EP
Posted by JT on November 24, 2014
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Off the back of another incredible summer that saw “Cool You Off,” “Breathin'” and “Make Me Feel Good” become staples in the Beatport chart, EDX looks set to finish the year with the same gusto as he started with his latest EP, Collateral Effects, coming through on Enormous Tunes on 1st December, 2014. EDX has stayed true to his sound, finding the perfect balance between deep house synths and Nu-Disco funk to deliver another masterpiece that will make you feel like its summer anywhere and everywhere. “Empathy” and “Collateral Effects” are sure to continue the trend and become Beatport staples upon their release.
Also, check out the video for “Make Me Feel Good” below:
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Trap | Swizzymack – Bump (Original Mix)
Posted by JT on November 21, 2014
Scope this. Dubbed ‘Philly Club Music’, Swizzymack supplies a bass-fuelled twerk anthem that’ll put your booty on autodrive. Discovered by Mad Decent’s playboy superstar, Diplo, this 19 year old has gotten the respect of his local radio stations and mainstage DJ’s worldwide. Swizzy goes in hard, chopping bass in rapid-fire, and with the help of this release on Ultra Music he’s brought to the forefront of the scene, showcasing the art of trap.
Future House, RnB | Baby Bash – Suga Suga (Jerry Folk Remix)
Posted by JT on November 19, 2014
Who knew they had this much groove in Norway? Taking us on a nostalgic trip down memory lane, Jerry Folk digs deep into this sweet classic by adding a funky bass-line and completely reviving those smooth vocals. We truly are “lifted-shifted” by the level of creativity Jerry Folk brings to this tune and even happier that it’s a free download. This is a tune I haven’t been able to take off repeat, and neither will you – enjoy!
House, Progressive House | Summer School – Control (Original Mix)
Posted by JT on November 18, 2014
Every once in a while, Spinnin’ Records surprises me and drops a track like ‘Control’ that reminds me why this label dominates the way it does. I don’t know Summer School but what he’s produced right here skillfully breaks the barrier between melodic progressive and mainstage house. The buildup preceding the break is aggressive, with bass so refined that when it cuts into the synth progression mid way you can feel your body vibrate. The drop is nothing less than energetic, and as the name of the track so cheekily points out, you are now under the control of the DJ. Kudos to Summer School – he’s a name that one should definitely keep their eyes on.
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FYI | HAYWYRE to assist ringleader Mat Zo for the North American MAD ZOO Takeover
Posted by JT on November 17, 2014
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Meet Haywyre. Hailing from oceanside Vancouver, Haywyre is about pushing boundaries and resetting the rules of the game. Slowing down the BPM, Mat Zo has added this heavy bass bumping, beat mashing, pioneer of future electronic sound to the Mad Zoo roster for the label’s Winter Roadshow.
Adding a talent like Haywyre tells us a few things about what to expect from the Mad Zoo takeover:
1. Expect Bass –
With recent releases, Mat Zo is clearly demonstrating that trance won’t be a highlight of this show, although I’m sure the guru of the genre will find a way to incorporate those uplifting sounds into his sets one way or another.
2. Expect Energy –
The video shows it all. Adding Haywyre to the roster is clearly a logical step to facilitate an environment as uncontrollable and unpredictable as a circus. That being said…
3. Expect The Unexpected –
With Mat Zo and his crew, this is a given. This is why we go to a show associated with Mat Zo. This is why we are most excited for Mad Zoo.
We must say, however, that we are sad to see no Canadian dates as of yet – hopefully, by adding this Canadian heavyhitter to the list, that will change. Nonetheless, we congratulate Haywyre in what we are sure will be a very life-changing opportunity.