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.
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.
Albums | Logan Garrett Turns Up the Energy via “Aliens Exist”
Posted by VMan on April 26, 2023
Logan Garrett’s latest single “Aliens Exist” is a game-changing collaboration between two renowned southern rappers Mobsquad Nard and Killa Kyleon, and the Nashville-based DJ and producer himself. This unique take on Drum n Bass is a refreshing addition to the rap and electronic music scene in the US, as rap collaborations with DnB producers have thrived in the UK but have yet to surface in the United States with prominent American rappers.
Albums | Theresa Releases New Song, “Safe and Sound”
Posted by VMan on April 26, 2023
Theresa’s journey to becoming a full-time recording artist and hit songwriter at the age of 43 is a testament to the fact that it is never too late to follow your dreams. Her latest single, “Safe and Sound,” is an uplifting and empowering anthem that showcases her songwriting abilities and her ability to reinvent the wheel of pop.
From the very first note, “Safe and Sound” hooks you in with its infectious melody and catchy vocal lines. Theresa’s vocals are powerful and emotive, delivering the song’s message of following your passions and pushing aside internal and external doubt with conviction and sincerity.
The song is a celebration of taking unexpected leaps of faith towards what you truly want, and Theresa’s point of view as an artist has clearly evolved over time. The confidence and determination that she brings to “Safe and Sound” are inspiring, and the song is sure to resonate with anyone who has ever had a dream that they were afraid to pursue.