Bass, Exclusive | FNT Premiere: Kantor Drops Eclectic Mid-Tempo Single ‘Blasted’
Posted by VMan on March 30, 2021
The Kantor universe is one of the most immersive and complete that an electronic music fan can connect themselves with today, in terms of rising talent. From the imaginative sounds of “Hacker,” to the exploratory trap realms of “Concrete Jungle,” there’s a certain level of color and stickiness that only this guy seems to be able to deliver.
That vibe continues on with his March 2021 released titled, “Blasted.” Very much embracing a mid-tempo structure and stuffing the theme full of low-end, club-friendly vocal samples and an all around hype vibe. “Blasted,” fits right in with what we are used to from Kantor, without sacrificing originality. The drop hits hard and proper, with several technical, yet well-placed ‘tings and tangs,’ embedded into the structure of this particular part.
“Blasted” is a record I believe fully encapsulates my style: the true combination between bass music, techno, and house. I have always wanted to combine those 3 genres and this truly reveals to the listener what type of journey they are going to be taken on in the coming months and years. This is just the beginning of that journey, so expect to hear insane basslines, thick kick drums, subtle melodic elements, and tons of crazy percussion!
– Kantor
Kantor has been able to build in his other talents into his electronic music career as well. His video for above-mentioned “Hacker,” – as well as his photos shared on socials – showcases the electronic musician performing sport video-game Dance-Dance Revolution in a way that organically fits. This example is one of many creative and dynamic attributes that plays as a positive and doesn’t distract/take-away from the uniformity important to the artist-to-fan flow. Kantor has been supported by Alison Wonderland and even invited onto her radio show. The solo female DJ has gone on record to say great things about him. On top of this, Kantor has played well over 150 shows across his 10+ years in electronic music. You can expect more from him in the future, in the mean time, “Blasted,” certainly will suffice.
Exclusive | FNT Premiere: Charley Stride hits us with ‘Out Of Pocket’ ft Ayo Beatz
Posted by VMan on April 23, 2020
Southampton, UK -based singer Charley Stride hits us with ‘Out Of Pocket’ an R&B flavored pop banger, featuring rapper and producer Ayo Beatz. Charley keeps it respectful with “Out Of Pocket” calling out the audacity of her partner. This is Charley’s first release after years of touring through out the UK, performing at Glastonbury and opening for the likes of Anastasia, and the legend Tom Jones. Stream “Out Of Pocket” exclusively above, and follow Charley Stride on Spotify to keep up with new music.
Exclusive, Featured, Hip-Hop, Indie, Rap, Trap | Vic August Releases New Single “Approach (feat. Socialblight & UKNWN)”
Posted by VMan on August 16, 2019
With his signature sauce and undeniable swag, it makes perfect sense that he has already picked up co-signs from Ebro on Beats 1 and Spotify – landing on the cover of their ‘Mellow Styles’ playlist in Australia.
On “Approach,” Vic August brings smooth melodic flows over a slick guitar driven, Trap infused beat, blurring the lines between Hip Hop & R&B in a way that only he can. “Approach” is the first single off his upcoming album “xx”due out in November, and if the rest of the album sounds like this single, he’s on track to being the next Travis Scott.
Exclusive | Exclusive: Meet 16 year old popstar Lila from Norway
Posted by VMan on July 20, 2018
The Scandinavians are known for leading the way when it comes to pop music, providing the sounds, songs, and artists that have been dominating the top 40 charts; which has always lead me to question the chemicals in their drinking water… On this note, meet Lila, a 16 year old pop star from Norway, who has been releasing music since she was 11, with her first single ‘Give Your Heart A Break’ accumulating half a million streams on Spotify.
We had a chance to speak to Lila on her latest single ‘2020,’ and how she got to making music, and taking over the pop world. Press more for the jump!
Artists, Deep House, Exclusive, Home, Interviews | INTERVIEW // Nora En Pure is poetry in motion & in music
Posted by mimada on November 23, 2016
Close your eyes and imagine… Warm air on your skin, soft sand between your toes, the sound of waves gently lapping up on the shore, and the most spectacular assortment of red, pink, orange and violet melting together in a firey, captivating sunset in front of you, framed by the silhouettes of swaying palm trees and hibiscus flowers. This is feeling that South African producer Nora En Pure invokes in her listeners with her melodic, serendipitous and yet surprisingly deep house tracks. A part of the Enormous Tunes and Helvetic Nerds labels alongside artists like EDX, Sons of Maria and Croatia Squad, you’d most likely recognize Nora En Pure for her hits such as “Come With Me,” “Saltwater,” and her most recent release,“Tell My Heart” featuring Dani Senior.
What captivates me about Nora’s music, however, is that from an immediate listen, you get a sense that her music truly goes much deeper than a solid beat and an uplifting melody; not something you find often in the popular music scene. Even more so, her aura is effortlessly cool and her success is unwavering regardless of the “female disadvantage” some attribute to the electronic industry. For these reasons, in addition to a sheer admiration for her jams, I was absolutely thrilled to have the opportunity to pick Nora’s brain about her and her music in advance of her show at Effex in Albuquerque, New Mexico. For those seeking a getaway ~ be it on the dancefloor, a beach, or even lost in your headphones ~ I recommend purifying your life with Nora En Pure’s beats.
Exclusive, Interviews | Husman & Carl Nunes Team Up With Matthew Steeper For “Out Of My Mind” + Exclusive Interview
Posted by VMan on August 24, 2016
How did the collaboration come about?
Husman: At first we started a whole different track together, where we kept sending parts of the song, and Carl came up with a great idea for the break of the song, which I added vocal chops too. After getting the great vocal from Matthew Steeper we didn’t go for those vocal chops anymore and I made what’s now the main drop.
Carl Nunes: Husman heard one of my tracks “Live Forever” about 2 years ago now and got in contact with me over twitter saying he really liked the track and the way I chopped up the vocals. We always said we would like to do a collab together but were both always working on different projects. One day I made a basic track and sent it over to Husman and he really liked it then it all went from there! So happy we could finally get to work together and super excited for this release!
Matthew Steeper: Armada reached out to me back in the spring to write a vocal for the Carl Nunes & Husman collab. I really loved the melodic inspiration of the track and so it came about quite quickly on my end. I sent them back a recorded demo a few days later.
What’s the meaning of “Out Of My Mind”?
H: Out of my mind is about losing someone which you hold very dear, but never forgetting them.
CN: I think that is best left to the writer 😉
MS: There are several levels to the song. I always want to write from my own experience but retain a level of ambiguity so the listener can apply it to their own life in their own way. The simple meaning of the song is that its about someone who you’ve had a meaningful relationship with, but for whatever reason is no longer in your life. While the person is physically gone, you will always remember them and certain things will always remind you of them. Hence while the person is “out of sight” they are “never out of mind”.
In a sense, the memory and feelings that exist of that person brighten up the sadness of this person’s absence. Its a bitter-sweet song. When it is impossible for you two to be together, you find that you can in the memory you hold in your mind. While I personally wrote this in the context of a past relationship that’s ended now, the story also connects to the pain of losing a loved one “fade into the light”. In this sense, the song really embodies the complete passage of life — processing new circumstances in the face of relational loss. There are some people in life that no matter how much time passes, our minds will never let go.
What’s been on repeat in your headphones recently?
H: Definitely the new Chainsmokers Feat. Halsey! And also the new single by Charlie Puth – We Don’t Talk Anymore and almost all new Justin Bieber records.
CN: I listen to a mixture of music, depending on my mood but an artist I always find myself going back to is Washed out! Pretty different to what I produce but it really chills me out.
MS: Between creating music full time and having most of my friends doing the same sending me their new stuff, I don’t have much extra time to really be a listener. If I do need a moment to get away and chill though, I often play some Jon Hopkins. I also really enjoy old school melodic trance. As far as mainstream stuff, I got the chance to work with Mike Williams in Amsterdam recently at a Spinnin’ writing camp. I admit I really enjoy his new bouncy style of EDM. The kid is the next Martin Garrix!
If you could collaboration with anyone, who and why?
H: My dream collaboration would be with Hans Zimmer, he’s music wise my biggest inspiration.
CN: I would really like to collaborate with Porter Robinson, His music is so original, he really has his own style and doesn’t follow other trends on top of that his production is insanely good!
MS: I really am so blessed to be able to work with many of my former “dream artists”, and so the dream-collab genie lamp has been collecting a little bit of dust lately. But of course there are still so many legends I’d love to work with. As a writer I’ve always had my eyes on Armin and Above and Beyond. Before EDM exists as it does now, I was creating trance music. As a vocalist I’d like to do another more radio friendly crossover song, perhaps with Calvin Harris?
Exclusive | FNT EXCLUSIVE PREMIERE | EDX ‘NO XCUSES’ 285
Posted by Juicebox on August 22, 2016
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When it all comes down it, the summer season is the time of the year that EDX truly shines. The Swiss producer’s melodic, seaside anthems have a special connection with the warmer months, seeing as most of his releases radiate sultry, head-nodding grooves that can encapsulate any late-night summer party. For the past couple of months specifically, EDX made no plans to hold back. Straight off a bus tour that had him touring around North America, EDX came into the summer season with a fury, picking up a 10 week residency at Privilege Ibiza alongside a string of cinematic releases. On top of his packed touring schedule, the coveted producer also never faltered on his mission to supply fans with the freshest, forward-thinking tunes that the house music world has to offer. His weekly No Xcuses radio show continues to draw in thousands of listens as music lovers and tastemakers tune in to hear the hottest sounds – old and new – for anyone’s listening pleasure.
This week we’re showing off No Xcuses #285, an incredible journey of club-ready, deep house grooves featuring the likes of Florian Paetzold, Simion, Antonio Giacca, and more. You can download the mix on iTunes here.
EDX also just released his rendition of Groove Armada’s track “My Friend” today. Check it out!