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Dubstep | ELEVATD Drops Jaw-Dropping 4-Track ‘The Plague Tapes, Vol. 1’ EP
Posted by VMan on January 26, 2022
Hailing from Chicago, ELEVATD knows how to tackle all sorts of forms of production, but it is the spectrum of dubstep, riddim, and other genres of bass music that is their specialty. The Plague Tapes, Vol. 1 articulates this sentiment precisely, sharing 4 songs that all flow within a broad common spectrum, but each having a special sense of individuality that makes them memorable and club/festival ready.
Sirens blaring and in the company of a haunting theme as an introduction, “Rise From The Dead,” shocks the system and prepares one for the ride they are in store for. “Sweet Dreams,” comes through boasting a bit more theatrics, going down the vein of releases like “PUNISHMENT” and “DECIMATION VIP.” “Keep It Poppin,” gets a groove going, nudging the audience to throw down and get that head bobbin.’ This third track is where the inkling is pronounced that this EP is more than random singles put together, but a story unfolding. “Critical Error,” closes the chronical with knock-out sample choice and a quality that you just went through the motions of something strangely special.
ELEVATD knows what they are doing in the studio and the shows that follow them are an additional extension that they are on to something killer, not to be taken for granted.
This EP was birthed from the extreme and sometimes pent-up emotion of the pandemic and the society that caused it, unleashed as a sonic expression of how we felt. We think it could possibly be used to fuel the energy to confront the person who killed your brother or sister, so that your violence has some style to it.
– ELEVATD
Future Trap, Pop | SVDKO & Adrobski Share Immersive Future Pop Anthem “Open Waters”
Posted by VMan on January 25, 2022
Following up his rock-tinged single “Wild,“ which saw him debut his own vocals for the first time, Belgium-based producer and guitarist SVDKO has now returned, teaming up with French up-and-comer Adrobski to share the incredible “Open Waters.” Featuring vocals from singer/songwriter Harvey, “Open Waters” makes up for a nicely-crafted combination of the two artists’ styles, a clash of sounds that results in a larger-than-life auditory journey.
Smooth guitar melodies and hard-hitting drums contrast as Harvey’s singing conveys a lively story, before the drop explodes into a heavenly sequence of vocal chops and grainy effects that is hard to forget. As SVDKO explained about the story behind “Open Waters”:
“This song happened while I was experimenting with harmonies on my guitar. I found the main melodies that immediately inspired me to lay down that slowly evolving structure. Harvey completely understood what I was going for and recorded this topline in a few days – “It started with me trying my best to explain to my partner how being in love with them makes me feel”. Adrobski came a few months later to add some more heavy and experimental elements which blended perfectly with the mood of the song.”
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Hip-Hop | SUBSTANTIAL and KD FOXX team up for “Your Greatest Weapon”
Posted by VMan on January 23, 2022
Maryland-born emcee, producer, and artist Substantial joins forces with KDFoxx for dope new collaboration called “Your Great Weapon.” If Legendary rapper/activist, Chuck D of Public Enemy refers to Substantial as “One of the great MCs of our time.” it’s clearly time for him to be on your radar as well if you’re not yet familiar with his music. Check out a quote from Substantial on the release below and stream his new single Your Great Weapon featuring KDFoxx avove!
“Your Greatest Weapon is about self-empowerment and realizing that the most powerful weapon that we have is our voice.” Adding to Substantial’s quote, KDFoxx shares, “Music is the entity that forged angels. Sing a song only few will understand, and it shall be your greatest weapon.”
RnB | Ohso Davis Drops Soulful single, “You Who”
Posted by VMan on January 20, 2022
Ohso Davis is a man with a new found sound and love for music. The rising 28 year old artist blends R&b, Pop and soul music into a feel-good sound. His first ever release “You Who” is a great introduction to this project. The track is filled with a full brass section, groove laden and funky bass alongside a modern and stylish production. Stream the song above now and read a quote from Davis below!
“You Who is about recognizing that not everyone will resonate with your creative expression, but there will always be people who do. As my first project, this is a call to all those who will become part of my community in an effort to support each other.” – Ohso Davis
Hip-Hop | Australia based rapper W7lF drops “The Time”
Posted by VMan on January 17, 2022
Mohammed ‘W7lf’ Zidan is a multifaceted rapper and songwriter on the come up. Born and raised in Sirte, Libya and currently residing in Perth, Australia. With a multicultural approach to his craft from the beginning, W7lf wanted to channel the energy from his home country, as well as the different environments surrounding him growing up. The result is something hugely potent and also profound, blending styles of traditional hip-hop aligned with jazz, funk and neo-soul music, forming a sound that transcends beyond the norm. His new single “The Time”, it’s just the uplifting track to kick off your week with. Tap in above now!
Electronic | Juuku Starts 2022 Off Strong on “Sunlight”
Posted by VMan on January 16, 2022
Kicking off the new year with an absolute bang, juuku returns with a powerful new single via DIM MAK’s subsidiary label New Noise entitled “sunlight”. Already hinted at in the title, the bright and ferocious track is high energy, feel-good and a real slapper. With a co-sign from Aoki himself on the massive song and a bright horizon ahead with a new NFT project, juuku isn’t messing around this year so I’d keep him on your radar for the foreseeable future!
Hip-Hop | WONDR captivates all with his unique dose of playful hip-hop in viral sensation ‘F WITH U’
Posted by VMan on January 10, 2022
Multifaceted rising producer, artist and songwriter WONDR released his latest single ‘F With U’ back in November, and has already amassed over 500 thousand streams across Spotify and other streaming platforms. The feel good track shows off his skills as a up-coming act to keep an eye on for 2022. Reggae infused guitars alongside a trap infused beat results in a highly addictive song that has truly captivated listeners and fans all over the world, and for good reason. This one is catchy as hell, so dive in above now and read a quote from WONDR below now.
“’F With U’ is a song that gives the bullies, haters, and bad ex’s a simple taste of their own medicine. Although I wrote the song about the girls who broke my heart and begged to come back when they saw that I was doing better, I believe the chorus can resonate in several other lanes. I produced, wrote, and recorded ‘F With U’ in my bedroom.”