Albums | TANYA TANYA Makes A Bold Entrance With Electrifying Debut “Through the Fire”
Posted by VMan on February 7, 2025
TANYA TANYA’s debut single, “Through the Fire”, is an electrifying introduction to a promising new voice in electronic music. Drawing inspiration from ‘90s house vibes, the track is a high-octane anthem packed with euphoric synths, driving basslines, and dramatic strings. TANYA’s soulful vocals take centre stage, delivering a message of passionate devotion and unshakable love. The song’s lyrics – “For your love, I would kill, I would die” – paired with its infectious beat, create a sense of urgency and emotional depth that makes it impossible to ignore. Whether you’re lost in the rhythm or swept up in the emotion, “Through the Fire” is a song that demands your attention.
With this debut, TANYA TANYA successfully blends nostalgia with a fresh, modern edge. The track strikes the perfect balance between uplifting, feelgood energy and heartfelt sentiment, capturing the intensity of love while making you want to hit the dancefloor. As a first offering, “Through the Fire” promises much more to come from this rising talent – TANYA has the potential to become a defining voice in the genre. With its anthemic sound and emotional core, this track is poised to resonate with fans long after the first listen.
Electro | TONG Keeps It Real With Upbeat House Single ‘Is It Real?’
Posted by VMan on February 5, 2025
Hailing from China but now firmly planted in Los Angeles, TONG isn’t here to play it safe. Her style thrives on contrast complete with house grooves meet dancefloor adrenaline, familiar sounds twist into fresh mutations. With a knack at putting a completely refreshed feel on the tracks she takes on, her efforts have landed her a major break in 2022 when she flipped Matroda’s “Gimme Some Keys” into a remix that won the EDC Orlando Discovery Project. This is where more industry heads began to take notice.
Labels like Insomniac, Hexagon, and Toolroom have backed her releases, pushing her onto bigger platforms. By 2024, she doubled down, taking home the top spot in the Toolroom Remix competition and dropping an official remix for Essel. Whether she’s crafting originals or flipping tracks into club weapons, her catalog keeps growing, and so does her reach.
Her latest release, “Is It Real”, out on Funky Rabbit, is a house-heavy roller with a mischievous side. Packed with the bounce of 90s hip-hop, it struts along a tight tech-house drum kit, a punchy bassline, and vocal chops that know how to flirt with the groove. The result is a track that DJs can drop at peak time, but one that lingers in your head long after the night’s last call.
Check out the song for yourself above.
News | NAïFiC’s Anpo Wie Turns Pain into Poetry
Posted by VMan on January 31, 2025
NAïFiC introduces his debut EP, Anpo Wie, an introspective journey through dreams, pain, and renewal. Following the release of “Terre Promise” and “Chulyen (Corbeau),” the complete vision of the project now unfolds, inviting listeners into a deeply personal world of sound and storytelling. With poetic lyricism and evocative melodies, the EP moves between darkness and hope, mourning past struggles while embracing the possibility of change.
At its core, Anpo Wie is a meditation on resilience. It explores the fractures of the human experience, yet within its somber tones lies a glimmer of dawn—a belief that love can carve its way through even the deepest shadows. NAïFiC blends innocence with surrealism, crafting a sonic space where reflection meets revelation. Each track acts as a piece of a larger narrative, reinforcing the album’s overarching message: unity over division, light beyond sorrow.
The lead single, Fauve de toi, is a raw and unsettling portrayal of domestic violence, unraveling love that has turned into destruction. The song’s music video enhances this impact, designed as a social media “story” that unfolds in real time, pulling viewers into an experience that is both urgent and unforgettable. By fusing emotion with immersive visuals, NAïFiC ensures that his message lingers long after the last note fades.
With Anpo Wie now available, NAïFiC invites audiences to step into his world—a place where vulnerability and strength coexist, and where music becomes a medium for transformation.
Chill | Rose Devika Impresses With Moving Single ‘i take it personally’
Posted by VMan on January 31, 2025
Rose Devika introduces her latest indie pop single, “i take it personally,” a track that transforms emotional turbulence into an upbeat, hook-driven experience. The song captures the feeling of internalizing a partner’s shifting moods despite their insistence not to. With sharp, slightly sarcastic lyricism layered over dynamic instrumentation, it delivers an infectious energy that contrasts its introspective core. Rose built the track from a simple acoustic melody, meticulously crafting its arrangement with bass, drums, electric guitar, keys, cello, and a standout piano riff. Her original vocal takes—intended as placeholders—ended up being the final cut, preserving the raw emotion at the heart of the song.
Raised in Toronto and now based in Dallas, Rose Devika’s artistic roots run deep. She first gained recognition through poetry competitions in Los Angeles before stepping into music as the frontwoman of January Grit. Her evolution has been shaped by an eclectic mix of influences, spanning indie pop, alternative rock, and acoustic folk, all laced with classical elements. Her transition into production and engineering was a natural extension of her self-driven artistry, giving her full control over her creative output.
Her 2024 self-titled EP laid the groundwork, and now “i take it personally” marks another step forward. Rose’s music has found its way into collaborations with notable figures like Ty Macklin (Erykah Badu, India Arie), while her upcoming single, “before & again,” teases yet another layer of her sonic identity. Whether through songwriting, production, or performance, she continues to live her dreams.
Albums | Denver-based DJ/producer/multi-instrumentalist Boogie Lights drops genre-defying LP DISCO DANCE THERAPY
Posted by VMan on January 8, 2025
Boogie Lights, the visionary producer/DJ/drummer and frontman of the dynamic 10-piece ensemble The Boogie Bunch, is thrilled to celebrate the release of his debut album, DISCO DANCE THERAPY.
DISCO DANCE THERAPY showcases Boogie Lights‘ genre-blending mastery across 11 tracks, taking listeners on a journey through his artistic identity – a sonic ethos influenced by house, disco, funk, bass, soul, and hip-hop. Featuring contributions from members of The Boogie Bunch—a rotating ensemble of talented musicians on saxophone, guitar, keys, soulful vocals, and more—the album acutely reflects Boogie Lights’ creative philosophy: by combining empowering lyrics and rhythms that inspire listeners to embrace the moment and dance through life’s challenge, Boogie Lights spotlights music’s transformative power to uplift and heal.
“The concept of DISCO DANCE THERAPY relates to the relationship between music and mental health. The theory of dance therapy is referenced in the title track, how sometimes ‘all you need is a beat to get back on your feet.’ The album is an uplifting expedition through indie, funk, disco, and house led by empowering lyrics focused on mental wellness, spreading love to the universe, and living in the moment.” – Boogie Lights
The album highlights a bevy of vocalists from The Boogie Bunch, including Denver’s soul queen DZIRAE GOLD, hip-hop savant Deezy Le Phunk, Shawn Dunbar (Hereami), and special guest Montel Moore. Boogie Lights also lends his voice to select tracks, supported by a lineup of stellar musicians: Rix (Ricky Feria) on guitar, Chando on keys/synth, Ty Piña on saxophone, Ben Suarez from The Hip Snacks on bass, and Daniel Colbert on violin.
This collective effort imbues an authentic, infectious energy into the album, resulting in a singular fusion Boogie Lights has coined Electronic Dance Funk (EDF) – a seamless blend of live funk and electronic dance music
Albums | AVARA releases mesmerizing video for her stunning Pop debut “Lose my Mind”
Posted by VMan on January 7, 2025
AVARA is already making waves as one of the most refreshingly honest and captivating voices in modern music. As a self-taught singer-songwriter, she brings vulnerability, sensitivity, and emotional depth to her genre-blending artistry. Drawing inspiration from the likes of Billie Eilish, Lana Del Rey, and Elyanna, AVARA’s music is a testament to her dynamic upbringing and lifelong passion for storytelling through song. Now, AVARA elevates the song’s narrative with the release of its official music video, filmed against the enchanting backdrop of the Dubai desert. The video, a visual masterpiece, artfully explores themes of love, relationships, and uncertainty. Amongst endless dunes, scattered mirrors, and surreal floating rocks, AVARA delivers a compelling performance, embodying the fragile balance between hope and despair in matters of the heart.
House | ‘Pants’ by Toxic Rob: A Groove-Driven Anthem for Any Playlist
Posted by VMan on January 4, 2025
Toxic Rob’s story begins in the familiar surroundings of his family’s home studio. Fueled by an early passion for songwriting, he spent countless hours perfecting his skills, recording his own tracks, and producing for clients before even turning 16. His path was far from conventional, balancing personal challenges with a relentless drive to refine his artistry. After attending audio school, he took bold steps, traveling along the East Coast and investing his time and resources to build his career. Rob’s transformation into Toxic Rob marked not a departure from his roots but an amplification of his ambitions. The rebrand symbolized a fresh start, fueled by determination and a vision to leave a lasting impression.
His journey is punctuated by standout achievements – his collaboration with EDM powerhouse TroyBoi on the single “Dhunga,” garnered over a million streams on Spotify. The song’s success opened doors to performances at iconic venues like Red Rocks Amphitheater and major festivals such as HARD Summer Fest. Additionally, Toxic Rob’s work has attracted high-profile collaborations, including a remix by Brody Jenner and a feature on Philadelphia’s Q102 radio station. These accomplishments underline the artist’s ability to connect with audiences across diverse platforms.
Now, Toxic Rob expands his catalog with “Pants,” a track produced by Grammy-nominated Jim Beanz. The song blends infectious rhythms with a distinctive vocal delivery, creating a groove designed to energize listeners. Backed by Beanz’s masterful production and John Garcia’s precise mastering, “Pants” represents yet another big step in Toxic Rob’s career.