Albums | Josh Teed drops “Just Breathe”
Posted by VMan on February 9, 2024
Denver-based experimental bass producer and violinist Josh Teed has made a name for himself through his distinct approach to electronic music.
Blending expertly crafted, left-of-center bass sound design, symphonic instrumentation, and lush, ethereal atmospheres, Josh Teed’s style has led him to touring slots with big name bass acts such as CloZee, Dirtwire, and Koan Sound; a performance at a Pretty Lights Official Pre Party; releases on influential label Gravitas; and collaborations with artists such as Chmura, Notlö, and more.
Now, following the release of his 2022 full-length album Recurring Dream and subsequent remix album, Josh Teed is revving up towards his next EP, Taking It All In – a 6-track package being released via The Gradient Perspective Records.
Filled to the brim with cinematic electronic stylings and Teed’s signature bass production, the artist designed his new EP to be a reflection of his life journey thus far. Having grown up in New Hampshire, lived in Vietnam as a basketball player and coach, and then entered the music industry as a bass music disruptor, Taking It All In represents a rumination on life’s twists and turns – and acts a reminder to cherish every moment and embrace whatever might come your way.
As a result, Josh Teed’s new EP retains many of the elements his fans have grown to love while pushing his sound into new directions. With a further emphasis on melodic expression, lead vocals, and granular synthesis, Taking It All In seamlessly blends pop sensibilities with intricate production flourishes, a combination that marks a new sonic turn in Teed’s career.
“‘Just Breathe’ was one of my favorite tracks to work on from this upcoming EP. The combination of Chuuwee’s lyrical skills and Logan’s (Bl?m) beautiful voice really make for a unique, soulful vibe in this tune. This EP was about stepping out of my normal wheelhouse, and this track is the one that puts that approach on full display.
“As for the tour, this will be my 3rd national headline tour, and I wanted to push myself to make this one the best yet. I’ll be adding piano and electronic drum pad into my sets alongside the violin now, and will be carefully curating the sets along with custom visuals.” – Josh Teed
Events | Pretty Lights | Chicago | September 23 & 24
Posted by Meezy on September 22, 2016
Legendary producer and performer, Pretty Lights, is set to take over the city of Chicago this weekend… and we couldn’t be more excited. Derek Vincent Smith, more commonly known as Pretty Lights, will be accompanied by a full band to perform back to back nights at First Merit Bank Pavilion. The nights in Chicago are a part of the “An Episodic Festival” tour series which consists of multi-day events throughout the rest of summer and fall. This tour entails a full touring band with Derek himself front and center. Other stops for this series include New Hampshire, Nashville, Colorado and Telluride. To learn more about the “An Episodic Festival” series click HERE:
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For both of the nights in Chicago, Derek has arranged for many opening performances; On Friday he is bringing out Emancipator, Manic Focus, SunSquabi, and Statik. On Saturday he is bringing out Tipper (Twilight Set), The Grouch & Eligh, G Jones, and Cofresi… All great musicians that are sure to put on an unforgettable show.
2-day passes as well as single day passes are on sale HERE
Bass, Chill, Dubstep | Big_Once Brings The Bass With “Buck Shots”
Posted by VMan on July 28, 2015
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Tuesday is always a great day for new music and today is no exception. Big_Once who is slated to play this year’s Lollapalooza dropped a fire original in the middle of the night he calls “Buck Shots”. The track has a sound that’s hard to pigeon-hole into just one genre. 90’s hip hop lyrics and a groove that sounds like it would be at home at an old Pretty Lights show make this bass track something special. This guy is also a technical badass behind the decks. He judges many Red Bull Thre3style competitions and took home the U.S. Championship title for himself in 2011.
Events, Featured | Kygo, Big Gigantic, Juicy J, & More Announced For Electric Adventure In Atlantic City August 1st & 2nd
Posted by VMan on July 8, 2015
All my tri-state area folks, we just got hit with the best festival news, tropical house king Kygo will be in attendance at Electric Adventure in Atlantic City August 1st and August 2nd, joining Big Gigantic, Juicy J, Mark Knight, Pretty Lights, Dillon Francis, Machine Gun Kelly, G-Eazy, Mike Stud, and more. You can catch the whole lineup here. If your dream is to hear those tropical vibes all while raving on the beach, with waves in the background, you’ve come to the right place, make sure you get your tickets, we’ll be down there for sure, and we hope to see you there too!
News | Nicky Romero, Pretty Lights, Oliver Heldens, and More Added to EDMbiz 2015 Schedule
Posted by GMONEY on June 10, 2015
Just a few days after unveiling the initial programming for the 4th annual EDMbiz Conference & Expo, the Insomniac-hosted conference has finalized the full agenda and list of speakers slated to make the trek to the Cosmopolitan Hotel in Las Vegas on June 16th – 18th. In what promises to be their biggest and best conference yet, EDMbiz 2015 will welcome three new additions to the Fourth Annual Artist Panel, including Nicky Romero, Pretty Lights, and Oliver Heldens. In addition to a coveted spot on the artist panel, Heldens and his team will also be holding their own panel, Team Oliver Heldens, to discuss the Dutch youngster’s meteoric rise to superstardom. EDMbiz 2015 will also host a number of brand new panels including Boombox: A&R and How to Get Signed, Drugs in Dance Music: It’s Time to Talk, and What Is a DJ In 2015, amongst more additions. With such a widespread range of panel topics, this year’s conference will touch upon some of the most pressing issues in dance music. Badges to EDMbiz 2015 are still available, and you can register for yours here.
Electro, Hip-Hop | Pretty Lights – Lost and Found (ODESZA Remix)
Posted by yabishcic on March 5, 2014
ODESZA never fails me. Or the rest of the world. Remixing Pretty Lights’ “Lost and Found”, it turned out to be more than successful, and is going to be featured on the upcoming soundtrack for the movie Divergent.
Bass | Tinashe – Vulnerable (Jacuzzi Remix)
Posted by Adrego on January 27, 2014
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For those that are still unfamiliar with Jacuzzi, he’s a young budding producer out of Honolulu who’s been gaining momentum faster than a tsunami in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. Recently he’s worked with Mr. Carmack, remixed Santigold’s ‘Disparate Youth’ and released an incredible EP of free original tunes. Jacuzzi’s penchant for arranging punchy staccato drum patterns and overlaying them with dark cinematic sounds has helped him create a signature style, garnering nods of approval from industry juggernauts like Bassnectar, Craze, Pretty Lights and more.
With his latest offering Jacuzzi puts his spin on Tinashe’s sultry R&B joint ‘Vulnerable’. The trap-ish drum progression, menacing strings and Japanese sounding woodwinds mingle quite nicely with Tinashe’s smokey voice in this late-night banger. In a world where everyone is waiting for a wild-ass drop, Jacuzzi shows restraint, keeps his cool and challenges you not to bounce along.
Free Download: Tinashe – Vulnerable (Jacuzzi Remix)