Electro-House | John Dahlback – Zeus
Posted by Middy on September 4, 2012
The perpetually underrated John Dahlback continues his prolific 2012 with yet another single, “Zeus” an appropriate ode to the god of gods. This acid infused tune combines crunchy synths, a driving bass line, and purposeful chords to create this beast of track. A big, heavily supported track expected to heard in many sets as we start to move indoors (unfortunately) that raises the bar for the upcoming releases still in store for the rest of the year.
Beatport: John Dahlback – Zeus
Dubstep, Electro-House, Review | Zomboy – The Dead Symphonic EP
Posted by Mach on September 3, 2012
Zomboy has outdone himself, something that to my own disappointment in myself, I thought was not possible. To honor this great masterpiece, I REFUSE TO RELATE ZOMBOY TO SKRILLEX. Ah, feels good to get that out there. As similar as their styles are, Zomboy produces significantly different than the Dubstep tycoon. Zomboy actually has gone much heavier in his productions, something that Sev and I thoroughly enjoy. I have so much to say about this EP, but I know the last thing anyone wants to do is read for hours. My top three tracks from the EP are “Nuclear,” “Vancouver Beatdown,” and “Gorilla March.”
“Nuclear” is a wild Reggae/Drumstep track. The vibes that follow with this filthy track make you glad it wasn’t a short listen. “Vancouver Beatdown” is one of the heavier dance tunes that I am actually able to enjoy. A lot of producers just think that because they added in heavy synths and bass that people will love it. Sadly people will, because that style distracts people from the fact that the track has no creativity. Thankfully that isn’t the case for this sweet Electro-House tune. Lastly, “Gorilla March,” oh my god. This track makes you want to start moshing hardcore, turn this heater up as high as you can and throw down like never before. My three favorites in no way reflect how massive of a release this truly is. Zomboy is officially a god for this EP, he has set an incredible standard.
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Electro-House | Moore – Ollie
Posted by Middy on August 30, 2012
Featuring one of the more famous Family Guy samples from weatherman extraordinaire Ollie Williams, Moore follows up his previous effort with Eric Solomon “Missing You” with his single “Ollie”, an ode to the clairvoyant meteorologist. This track harnesses the harder, edgier sound of Moore’s pedigree with growling synths and thumping bass lines, displaying the versatility he has to display. The Atlanta native has plenty more for us in the future and should be a name to watch for.
Electro-House | Dada Life – Feed The Dada (Original + Dyro Mix)
Posted by Middy on August 27, 2012
Dada Life provides us with what they have said to be the “biggest drop ever” in their latest single “Feed The Dada”, and while it is disputable whether or not this is the biggest drop ever, there is not denying the power in the song. The music video shows people’s uncontrollable urge to rage to this track, showing an almost religious devotion to the dada. The song is not for the lighthearted and with superb vocals bringing in the intense drop, it is the perfect single to welcome their album coming soon this fall. Rising dutch phenom, Dyro adds a little more bite to the track with grungier chords and a varying pitched synth line to create a remix that may be just as good or better than the original. Be sure to enter Dada Land this fall as they tour North America.
Electro-House | Mikael Weermets & Nico De Andrea ft. Yasmeen – I Found You
Posted by Middy on August 27, 2012
Mikael Weermets teams up with Frenchmen Nico de Andrea & the indelible Yasmeen to present his second release on Musical Freedom, following his release with Swedes Bauer & Lanford “Out Of Control“. Yasmeen provides a prominent top line while Weermets and De Andrea go to work putting together a grungy synth layer with a hard clap and big room interludes. Musical Freedom puts out some the highest quality releases we see of the house labels out there, while showcasing some lesser known assets in the industry, much like Tiesto’s radio show, Club Life.
Beatport: Mikael Weermets & Nico De Andrea ft. Yasmeen – I Found You
Electro-House | Basto – BONNY
Posted by Middy on August 25, 2012
Basto has been known for his piano house tracks for much of his career and that idea was turned on its head with his track “Rave You” that went the total opposite direction with an very intense grungy drop that was a little too much. “Bonny” is a bit more of a refined product from Basto as he still uses the grungy massive pack, much in the same manner as Tom Fall does with thumping bass and driving synth chords. As the drop comes in with the words “Fire” as if to shoot it out of a gun, be ready for the madness Basto has brought to the table with his “Bonny”.
Beatport: Basto – BONNY
Electro-House | Feed Me – Little Cat Steps
Posted by Spice on August 21, 2012
It’s been a minute since we’ve gotten new material from Feed Me, so I was pleased to learn that he followed up his recent minimix for Radio One’s Annie Nightingale with an official release. “Little Cat Steps” showcases Feed Me’s genre-shattering proclivities as a producer — under his previous moniker, Spor, he perfected the craft of frenzied, adrenaline pumping DnB, and while he has since expanded his focus his old influences continue to shine through. This fast-paced track combines elements of electro house and dubstep and keeps things fresh and high energy as it transitions from drop to drop. Get “Little Cat Steps” on iTunes (below) or Beatport.