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Albums | Kaelin Ellis is a Musical Visionary on the Rise
Posted by VMan on February 26, 2025
With accolades from Rolling Stone, NPR, and Pitchfork, Kaelin Ellis is proving he’s more than just a producer—he’s a visionary. Blending the best elements of hip hop, electronic, and jazz, his new 13-track album further cements his place as a genre-defying talent. If you’ve been following his collaborations with artists like Vince Staples and Logic, you won’t want to miss this latest release. While there not any vocalists on this album, the beats are more than enough this time around. Tap in above now!
Albums | Mistier Unveils Electrifying Vocal-led Single “The Time is Now”
Posted by VMan on February 26, 2025
Enigmatic artist collective, Mistier, returns with a captivating new single, “The Time is Now’” A striking blend of Melodic House & Techno, Progressive House, and Deep House, this vocal-
driven release delivers a euphoric yet reflective energy, perfect for fans of RÜFÜS DU SOL, Lane 8,
WhoMadeWho, Booka Shade and more.
Anchored by a groove-laden bassline and soaring synthwork, “The Time is Now” weaves emotive
melodies with deep rhythmic textures. The track’s defining moment arrives in its signature breakdown,
shifting from a rolling 4-on-the-floor pulse into a classic breakbeat, before building into an explosive
climax. A brief silence follows, as the spoken-word vocal cuts through the intensity to ask: “Can you
feel it?” – a moment of tension and release that encapsulates the song’s core message of living fully in
the present. Speaking about the track, Mistier’s Andre Mistier explains: “The only time that exists for our experience is the present. Seize the present, connect to the present. It is the only time that we can experience both our feelings and our bodies.” This ethos pulses through every beat of ‘The Time is Now,’ delivering a powerful mix of club energy and introspective emotion.
Mistier’s expansive sound has earned support from Armin Van Buuren, Will Clarke, OFFAIAH, Roger
Sanchez, and many more, with support from SiriusXM. Their catalogue also features stunning remix
collaborations with Soul Button, OFFAIAH, Zoo Brazil, and Enoo Napa, further cementing their
reputation as forward-thinking producers in the melodic electronic space. Alongside the release, Mistier will unveil the latest edition of their Melodic Frequencies mix series, featuring an immersive visualiser journey available via their official YouTube channel and SoundCloud. “The Time is Now” will also take pride of place in their ever-growing Melodic Frequencies Spotify Playlist, a fast-rising hub for the finest Melodic House sounds. With its hypnotic rhythms, spacious synths, and immersive atmosphere, “The Time is Now” is both a peak-time dancefloor moment and a deeply resonant listening experience. A bold step forward in Mistier’s ever-evolving journey, this release continues to push the boundaries of modern Melodic House.
Albums | Karasu Merodi’s “Entre Nous” Is an Electro-Pop Rollercoaster of Love, Doubt, and Self-Discovery
Posted by VMan on February 21, 2025
Karasu Merodi returns with a track that will hit you right in the gut—and you’ll love it for it. His new single, “Pieces,” is a multidimensional ride through the messy world of love, self-doubt, and the struggle to figure it all out. With his signature vocal pitch twist, a deep-rooted electro-pop backbone, and a chorus you can’t help but sing along to, this track brings raw honesty to the dancefloor.
The song opens with chilled electro vibes, easing you in like a late-night conversation—until the pop EDM beat kicks in, flipping the vibe on its head. Lyrically, “Pieces” is a battle between heart and mind, capturing the internal dialogue of someone caught in the web of a toxic love affair, asking whether love is worth it or whether it’s time to walk away. It’s the kind of track you’d want to play on repeat, whether you’re looking for catharsis or just a killer groove.
“I wanted to capture the emotional chaos of being caught in a situation where your heart is telling you one thing and your mind is telling you another. It’s about the messiness of love and the courage to face it head-on,” explains Karasu Merodi.
Since his debut in 2019, Karasu has carved out his place in the electronic world, blending elements of Chiptune, Ambient, and Downtempo into a distinctive Electro-Chiptune style. His tracks have resonated across YouTube, SoundCloud, and Spotify, building a loyal fanbase. 2023 was a major turning point when Don Diablo highlighted his track as Demo Day Track of the Week on Hexagon Radio Episode 432.
With “Pieces”, Karasu Merodi is only expanding his reach, delivering music that not only feels good but makes you think. The track is catchy, reflective, and most importantly, honest.
Albums | UK Producer LAMIA Unveils Fierce New Single “Cobra”
Posted by VMan on February 18, 2025
Emerging from the electric pulse of London and Berlin’s underground scenes, artist-producer LAMIA is set to captivate listeners with her latest single, “Cobra,” releasing February 14, 2025, via AWAL. Known for her unrelenting, boundary-pushing sound and fearless artistry, LAMIA has created a track that’s not only a sonic storm but also a direct challenge to the conventional norms of both music and society.
At its core, “Cobra” is punk without guitars—an audacious statement that reflects the artist’s raw, unapologetic approach. A blend of experimental electronic, deconstructed club, and industrial sounds, the track pulsates with fierce beats and haunting, emotionally charged vocals. But it’s LAMIA’s sharp, satirical lyricism that truly sets the song apart. With “Cobra,” she takes aim at the idea that we’re ever ‘not enough,’ reflecting a sentiment that resonates deeply in today’s climate of overconsumption and societal pressures. “I created everything on this track, so all the production, lyrics, and arrangement are a raw and direct expression of my emotion in the sound,” LAMIA explains. “It makes fun of the idea that we are not enough, and I think people are fed up with being made to feel this.”
Albums | JACUZZI JEFFERSON CONNECTS WITH GHOSTFACE KILLAH & CHRIS MAZUERA ON “HEAVY”
Posted by VMan on February 18, 2025
Acclaimed producer, DJ, and music professor jacuzzi jefferson is about to enter 2025 with a bold new statement: dumbmachine, his most ambitious project to date. A genre-defying opus that blends hip-hop, R&B, experimental sounds, and electronic vibes, dumbmachine is a masterclass in versatility, establishing jacuzzi jefferson as a true visionary in the modern music landscape.
The album kicks off with the electrifying single “heavy”, a track that perfectly encapsulates the fluidity and unpredictability of the album as a whole. Featuring legendary Wu-Tang Clan member Ghostface Killah, “heavy” opens with a melancholic yet smooth beat that sets the stage for Ghostface’s razor-sharp lyricism. His verses, filled with his signature gritty energy, flow effortlessly over the track’s hypnotic instrumental. But just when you think you’ve settled into the groove, the song takes a left turn, seamlessly blending into a soulful, guitar-infused R&B passage, courtesy of New York producer/guitarist Chris Mazuera. This bold juxtaposition of styles is just a taste of what’s to come on the full album. Tune in above now!
Albums | TANYA TANYA Makes A Bold Entrance With Electrifying Debut “Through the Fire”
Posted by VMan on February 7, 2025
TANYA TANYA’s debut single, “Through the Fire”, is an electrifying introduction to a promising new voice in electronic music. Drawing inspiration from ‘90s house vibes, the track is a high-octane anthem packed with euphoric synths, driving basslines, and dramatic strings. TANYA’s soulful vocals take centre stage, delivering a message of passionate devotion and unshakable love. The song’s lyrics – “For your love, I would kill, I would die” – paired with its infectious beat, create a sense of urgency and emotional depth that makes it impossible to ignore. Whether you’re lost in the rhythm or swept up in the emotion, “Through the Fire” is a song that demands your attention.
With this debut, TANYA TANYA successfully blends nostalgia with a fresh, modern edge. The track strikes the perfect balance between uplifting, feelgood energy and heartfelt sentiment, capturing the intensity of love while making you want to hit the dancefloor. As a first offering, “Through the Fire” promises much more to come from this rising talent – TANYA has the potential to become a defining voice in the genre. With its anthemic sound and emotional core, this track is poised to resonate with fans long after the first listen.
Electro | TONG Keeps It Real With Upbeat House Single ‘Is It Real?’
Posted by VMan on February 5, 2025
Hailing from China but now firmly planted in Los Angeles, TONG isn’t here to play it safe. Her style thrives on contrast complete with house grooves meet dancefloor adrenaline, familiar sounds twist into fresh mutations. With a knack at putting a completely refreshed feel on the tracks she takes on, her efforts have landed her a major break in 2022 when she flipped Matroda’s “Gimme Some Keys” into a remix that won the EDC Orlando Discovery Project. This is where more industry heads began to take notice.
Labels like Insomniac, Hexagon, and Toolroom have backed her releases, pushing her onto bigger platforms. By 2024, she doubled down, taking home the top spot in the Toolroom Remix competition and dropping an official remix for Essel. Whether she’s crafting originals or flipping tracks into club weapons, her catalog keeps growing, and so does her reach.
Her latest release, “Is It Real”, out on Funky Rabbit, is a house-heavy roller with a mischievous side. Packed with the bounce of 90s hip-hop, it struts along a tight tech-house drum kit, a punchy bassline, and vocal chops that know how to flirt with the groove. The result is a track that DJs can drop at peak time, but one that lingers in your head long after the night’s last call.
Check out the song for yourself above.