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Albums | Juuku shares his Lavender Dreams & Scarlet Nightmares EP via DIM MAK Records
Posted by VMan on May 8, 2023
Juuku’s ‘Lavender Dreams & Scarlet Nightmares’ EP is a breathtaking debut that highlights his genre-blending talent and innovative production skills. From the dreamy and smooth tracks to the intense and energetic offerings, Juuku expertly navigates his colorful universe, inviting listeners to immerse themselves in his world. With this remarkable release under his belt and his recent signing to Dim Mak Records, Juuku’s future in the electronic music scene shines brightly, promising even more extraordinary musical experiences to come. Tune in to the EP above now!
Albums | ANDRO Drops new project, Conflict
Posted by VMan on May 5, 2023
Andro, the rising solo artist and former member of Mercury-nominated band JUNGLE, has released his latest EP “Conflict” which is set to shake up the UK music industry. The EP, chosen by PRS Foundation’s new platform POWER UP, showcases Andro’s range as a musician and his ability to create emotional and compelling tracks.
Featuring three distinct tracks, “Conflict” is a journey through present, past, and future conflicts. The EP’s lead single “Natural” is a powerful 80s influenced track that explores the conflict within oneself and romantic relationships. “Physical”, the EP’s pop-heavy track, explores the emotional and physical conflict between Andro’s parents and its impact on him. The EP’s closing track “New Home” is a delicate, personal offering that represents the conflict with finding one’s place in the world and facing homelessness.
When asked about the EP, Andro explained that the tracks are powerful enough to stand alone, but when listened to as a trio, they represent the triquetra of conflicts experienced in everyday life through work, love, family, friends, and more. He hopes that listeners find themselves meshed in the lyrics and the experience of conflict (and hope) that so many of us have had in our relationships to others and ourselves.
Albums | Hips brings another fresh dosage of infectious alt-pop in “gimme gimme”
Posted by VMan on May 5, 2023
Hips, the brainchild of Swedish songwriter and producer LUKI, has released his latest feel-good alt-pop anthem ‘Gimme Gimme’ and it’s a track that you don’t want to miss. LUKI founded Hips in 2016 after becoming frustrated with the lack of happy music in the mainstream and after much success with his debut EP ‘Swoon’, Hips has returned with an infectious and catchy new track that will have you dancing from the first second.
With an 80s pop underbelly and a modernized sound, ‘Gimme Gimme’ transports you to another place entirely, with finely tuned guitar lines from Brent Paschke that will make this track a must-listen for all party pop playlists. Hips draws inspiration from musical idols such as Prince, The Weeknd, and Drake and pays homage to the ABBA smash hit in the song title, making ‘Gimme Gimme’ a truly unique and cleverly intertwined sonic exploration.
Albums | Genre-blending producer Tones unveils groovy tech-house single “Maniac”
Posted by VMan on May 4, 2023
Since releasing his first official single in 2022, genre-blending dance producer Tones is on track to take over the world.
Having already performed around the globe in cities such as Las Vegas and Dubai, performed at Goldrush Music Festival, and shared stages with electronic music heavyweights such as GTA and Party Favor, the Arizona-based, multi-faceted artist is on a trajectory to playing international mainstages.
Tones’ ambition knows no bounds. As an entrepreneur, mental-health advocate, and dynamic DJ/producer, the artist makes an impact in every facet of his life – whether it be by serving on the Mental Health Advisory Board of Directors at Phoenix Children’s Hospital, or shiting over to his nighttime passion by playing rowdy, club-igniting DJ sets.
| Now, Tones releases “Maniac,” an incendiary club thrillride that doubles as manifestation. Tones’ was initially inspired to produce after attending his first-ever festival and witnessing the contagious energy of dance music – “Maniac” is the ultimate product of that awakening. Designed to one day be played out by the producer at a music festival mainstage, “Maniac” appropriately captures that raucous, festival energy with its expertly crafted, heart-stopping drops, intoxicating sound design, and propulsive, dance-fueled beat making. “Maniac” kicks off with a hypnotizing four-on-the-floor beat, fleshing out the instrumental by slowly incorporating house high-hats, rising synths, and infectious backing vocal samples. The track then builds with a harrowing vocal flip underlying potent orchestral hits, thumping kick drums, and pitched down vocals repeating the song’s central conceit: “I’m a maniac.” “Maniac” then subsumes into its cracking, tech-house drop replete with groovy basslines and blazing, syncopated synth leads. Pulsating, catchy, and imminently danceable, “Maniac” perfectly encapsulates Tones’ intuitive production skillset and portends a bright future on electronic music mainstages for years to come. Fans can see Tones play out “Maniac” at EDC Las Vegas next month and on the legendary Groove Cruise Miami next January for the festival’s 20th anniversary edition. |
Albums | Onone Shares New Single “Hookin Up In The Club”
Posted by VMan on May 3, 2023
Onone, the 23-year-old rapper from Monrovia, California, has been making waves in the rap scene since 2019 with a string of singles and projects. One of his standout releases was One of Those Nights, a collaboration with Texas producer/engineer Mambo Beatz. Now, the dynamic duo is back with a brand-new single titled “Hookin Up In The Club”, and it’s a track that demands your attention.
House | DOMO (ES) Releases Sedating ‘Juca’ EP On Label Where The Heart Is [Interview]
Posted by VMan on May 3, 2023
If you haven’t had the opportunity to be exposed to DOMO (ES) vibes, consider yourself lucky that this is officially changing. The solo DJ/producer has a clear knack for house music and isn’t afraid to put a spiritual/ worldly edge to it. The two-track experience via his Where The Heart Is label release, Juca, eases the listener into a journey that’s gracefully rudimental and on-point on all the right parameters. The percussion and toplines are enchanting highlights well worth the mention, truly pulling you into a world of his design and allowing the worries of the world melt away (even if it is just for a moment.)
The two singles “Juca” and “Erhu,” have connective tissue between them – they simply sound like they should go together and showcase a certain fluidity. This aspect brings the old saying “the whole is greater than the sum of it’s parts,” to mind. DOMO hits a sweet spot with this release – all signs pointing toward more music coming from him in 2023.
DOMO (ES) took the time out to talk to FreshNewTracks about AI, his background, and more. See the full interview below.
Interview
How did your background in classical and modern dance influence your music production style?
I believe that my musical background makes a significant difference in terms of understanding the harmonics between the tracks of a production (how they fit together). At the same time, it helps me to find their right volumes when played together.This is very useful while mastering a track.
Having danced and studied classical music at a very early age (I did my first ballet performance with 5 years old), gave me the unique opportunity of learning the origins and history of THE mother of all music.
I have also earned a big understanding of its structure and rhythms.
Can you share a specific moment when you realized electronic music was the direction you wanted to take?
I bought my first electronic music CD’s when I was around twelve years old, and I remember twitching the equalizers of my father’s soundsystem for hours while on headphones until late at night. I specifically remember the summer of ’99, when I entered for the first time OHM Dance Club in Madrid (it’s sadly closed now); seeing everyone dancing carelessly and with a big smile on their faces to that loud and powerful house music gave me goosebumps. When I found the person who created this ecsthasic moment, I knew that I wanted to become a DJ and make electronic music.
What are your thoughts on the use of AI in music production, and have you experimented with it yourself?
As technology advances with giant steps, I see a constant evolution in music production, and AI is a part of it. This opens new ideas, but also conflicts regarding copyright issues as lately seen on digital platforms.
In my opinion, this technology has a great potential, but music producers should be aware of the outcome and act responsibly in commercial use.
I have lately released on Bandcamp using a variant of AI technology and I will keep on exploring in the future.
How has your Spanish heritage influenced your music and style?
I constantly find inspiration through other cultures and that reflects in my productions, as you will find on “Juca” EP, with brazilian and chinese backgrounds. I also strongly believe, that when a spanish person works on something, it is always with a lot of passion and hard work. We have seen examples of this in domains such as sports and arts… we give always 200 % from ourselves!!!
What drew you to release your music on David Hohme’s Where The Heart Is Records?
I have released on David’s label my track “Wrongs” back in 2021. I feel that David and Will’s goal is not to just sign tracks and sell them; they constantly work with the artists they sign and follow up with the evolution of their works. Not many labels do that.
Albums | Late Night Therapy want you to ‘Feel Something
Posted by VMan on May 1, 2023
Late Night Therapy is an Australian producer who is making waves in the progressive-house music scene with his latest single, ‘Feel Something.’ This track is the third release of his 2023 schedule, and it is a dynamic, uplifting, and pulsing beat that showcases his impressive skills.
The song features a compelling mix of echoing synths, haunting vocal layers, and a driving bassline that creates a mesmerizing energy. Late Night Therapy’s use of analogue synths, electric guitar, and distorted vocals adds to the track’s overall rough and dark sound, creating an ambitious and powerful atmosphere.
According to Late Night Therapy, ‘Feel Something’ was inspired by a time when he was feeling numb and wanted to experience deeper emotions. He started seeking out extreme experiences to feel something, becoming addicted to chaos in the process. The track is a reflection of those intense feelings, and Late Night Therapy’s use of music to convey his emotional state is impressive.