Albums | ARSN drops debut EP
Posted by VMan on April 12, 2024
ARSN, the burgeoning hip-hop sensation hailing from California, has officially unveiled his highly anticipated debut EP, Mulholland Drive. This release marks a significant milestone in the artist’s career, showcasing his blend of West Coast R&B and hip-hop influences.
Born Adrian Pina, ARSN’s journey from Loma Linda to the bright lights of Los Angeles has been nothing short of remarkable. Under the mentorship of Teyana Taylor’s personal engineer, Mike Adrian Snell, ARSN honed his craft and cultivated his own distinct style. With influences ranging from Kanye West to Nipsey Hussle, ARSN’s music reflects a deep appreciation for the rich tapestry of hip-hop culture.
Mulholland Drive is a sonic exploration of ARSN’s experiences living in the iconic Mulholland Estates, around the corner from Big Sean and three houses down from Kendall Jenner. The EP offers listeners a glimpse into the extravagant lifestyle of the Hollywood hills, set against the backdrop of lush melodies and infectious beats. Leading the charge is the electrifying track “Way Too High”, a pulsating anthem that encapsulates the EP’s theme of opulence. With its slick production and catchy hook, “Way Too High” is destined to become a fan favourite.
Speaking about the inspiration behind the EP, ARSN explains, “Mulholland Drive was inspired by real-life events when I was living in Mulholland Estates. Basically, it’s a fast-forward insight on what my life will sound and feel like when ‘I’m on’. I like to think of the project as a night-time drive in the back of a Rolls-Royce. Just an upper-echelon vibe of the music that I made prior to this project.”
Having already made waves with his previous releases, including the hit track “Exotic” featuring Bino Rideaux, ARSN is poised for even greater success with the release of Mulholland Drive. With his raw talent and undeniable charisma, ARSN is set to leave a lasting mark on the hip-hop landscape.
Albums | DLG. drops multi-genre ‘CHARACTERS’ EP
Posted by VMan on April 7, 2024
Austin, Texas born but LA-based artist DLG. has been stirring up excitement with his latest EP, ‘CHARACTERS’. As a follow-up to his previous successes, DLG. dives deeper into his experiences since relocating to LA, capturing the essence of the city through a hazy, cross-genre exploration. The EP is a testament to his growth and artistic evolution, showcasing his confidence and vibrancy. DLG.’s influences, ranging from Jungle to Mac Miller, are evident throughout ‘CHARACTERS’, infusing each song with a psychedelic jazz flair. The EP takes listeners on a genre-bending adventure, seamlessly blending elements of pop, jazz, and electronic music into a mesmerizing tapestry of sound. Check out the stand out project above now!
Albums | Aussie Producer re:abel drops new EP
Posted by VMan on February 1, 2024
re:abel is a project from Melbourne newcomer Ryan Gasparini who is crafting a unique blend of Future/UK Garage electronica, which has a sound that can be likened to a mix between Overmono, Burial, and Joy Orbison.Over the last few months Ryan has given us two mesmerizing aural treats with ‘Carbonceramics’ and ‘Concentrate’, while also making promise of a three-track ep headed our way soon. That ep is titled “Otherside”,and it is being released this week alongside its previously unheard title-track, on which he says…“The title track introduces a gentler, more nuanced side to my production. Distant vocals and soft percs build under synth hits and lush pads, building to an eventual introduction of sub-bass, thumping kick and fluttering arpeggio sequences, with the chopped, reverb soaked vocals driving the track throughout.” ~ re:abel
When he began working on this ep, Ryan set himself the goal of creating three songs that represents a certain element that drives him to make music. He wanted each of them to have a different overall vibe and mood while at the same time making us feeling a variety of different emotions.
“‘With this latest EP, I tried to create three tracks that each represent an element of what drives me to write music. Each of the three songshas a slightly different mood, but still remain cohesive with each other and firmly planted in the emotional electronic / UK-influenceddance field -music that leaves you feeling a melting pot of different feelings -both wistfully melancholic, yet full of inspiration and hope.” ~ re:abel
Albums | Juuku Drops “Without U” ahead of new EP
Posted by VMan on March 7, 2023
“Without U” is the 2nd drop off of L.A. based DJ and producer Juuku’s new project. The high energy release is one of the artists heavier songs to date, and I am thoroughly enjoying it’s vibe. Juuku is currently on the road with Steve Aoki, so if you get a chance to catch him on one of the last dates on this specific tour in NYC, be sure to do so. It also looks like he’ll be performing at Dim Mak’s Miami Music Week event later this month right around Ultra, so keep an eye out to see him live sooner or later! Check it out about now and keep an eye out for Juuku’s EP coming out soon on Dim Mak.
Albums | Ari Abdul Releases New EP ‘Fallen Angel’
Posted by VMan on October 27, 2022
20-year-old singer & songwriter Ari Abdul dropped her new EP ‘Fallen Angel’ via Slumbo Labs/RCA Records. Tune in to the deeply personal project after the jump and check out a quote from her on her debut project! Keep a tab on Ari Abdul, she’s quickly growing across the board.
“You have like these nice, lovely, innocent sounding songs. And by the end of the EP, the songs get really distorted and heavier, and the lyrics get darker. Maybe there’ll be an emotion or a little something that happens in my life in a song, but the EP is completely storytelling. We keep pretty melodies, but still have production and lyrics that completely contradict those pretty melodies.”
Albums | Multi-instrumentalist Marvel Years concludes conceptual EP series with Voyage Ahead Pt. 2
Posted by VMan on October 13, 2022
| Shape-shifting producer and multi-instrumentalist Marvel Years has evolved into an evocative scene-builder. With a blues-inspired, bass-heavy sound, the New York-based, Vermont-born artist has cultivated a fervent fanbase and landed multiple performances at Red Rocks alongside the likes of ZHU, STS9, and Pretty Lights. Now, with years of experience under his belt, Marvel Years has begun to filter his genre-melding electronic soundscapes through a decidedly cinematic lens. This impressionistic mode is the central thesis of the producer’s Voyage Ahead project, a two-part EP series that takes listeners on a thematic journey from the core basics of the Marvel Years’ brand into exciting new sonic ventures. With August’s Voyage Ahead Pt. 1, Marvel Years introduced a new creative workflow stemming from the early stages of the pandemic. Frustrated by a lack of live performances, he went beyond studio beat-making and live guitar recordings; to capture the electric spirit of his live set, he played each instrumental element himself in places where he would have used samples. The result was the artist’s most innovative work yet and a showcase for the immense possibilities of what Marvel Years can be. Now, Marvel Years unleashes Voyage Ahead Pt. 2, a four-track package that concludes the EP series in gritty fashion. Filled to the brim with sun-tinged imagery, Voyage Ahead Pt. 2 vibrantly mixes sweeping guitar solos and intricate electronic craftsmanship into an epic final chapter. The EP kicks off with “Dive,” a swaggering tone-setter that builds slowly with a triumphant chord progression and futuristic synth sound design. The track then drops into its heavy, earth-shattering beat, blazing synth-leads, and twangy guitar riffs. Next is the EP’s lead single, “Shades On,” a circular embodiment of cool that evokes feelings and images of a Tarantino-style crime tale. Voyage Ahead Pt. 2 is rounded out by “Looking At The Future,” which incorporates steaming organ chords and infectious vocal samples into the EPs general sonic palette; and “Lexington Ave,” a raucous, climatic, and guitar-laden song that brings the Voyage Ahead series to a thrilling close. Fans can immerse themselves in the Voyage Ahead universe at Marvel Years’ forthcoming headlining show at Denver’s Cervantes Masterpiece Ballroom on Friday, October 7, 2022. The event will vaunt a unique, two-part performance: a solo Marvel Years set preceded by a Marvel Years Trio set featuring Jason Leech alongside Emancipator/Manic Focus drummer Colby Buckler. The solo set will spotlight Marvel Years’ eclectic skills as he bounces between guitar, synths, and the DJ board for a bass-heavy performance. The Marvel Years Trio set will then see the multi-instrumentalist flex his abilities as a bandleader, with the jamtronica sounds from Jason Leech’s keys and the powerful, versatile drumming from Colby Buckler coming together to complement Marvel Years’ more soulful, instrumental-driven sonics. Marvel Years will also display his live performance prowess on his national Fall Tour, which includes stops in Chicago, Portland and Baltimore. |
Albums | Acclaimed Producer Illangelo Expands Joy Odyssey Alias With Energy / Divine Perfection EP
Posted by VMan on October 8, 2022
World-renowned multi-award-winning executive producer Carlo “Illangelo” Montagnese is best known for his collaborations with The Weeknd dating back to 2010 with ‘The Trilogy’ mixtapes, and contributing to Drake’s multi-platinum sophomore album ‘Take Care’. Now stepping into his solo venture Joy Odyssey and taking it a bit more seriously, he has returned with his new two-track EP Energy / Divine Perfection. The eclectic project is a hybrid sound that fuses all types of influences, check it out above now!
“I’m looking to push electronic music forward, The songs on this EP represent a world-building vision manifested through positive energy. Sonically they grind, vibrate and pulse, flowing through sweeping movements like orchestral sonatas. These musical movements are contrasted with lyrics that drop like mantras — genuine and compassionate, they are a call to arms for a more perfect, efficacious and sublime reality.”