With his first release of the year, Berlin-based producer TRAILS delivers a stunning new song titled “DMMH”. It’s filled with summery guitar and hard charging synths, with delicate piano sections interspersed to round things out. Overall it’s a really pretty piece of electronic music that’s an absolute pleasure to digest. Check out more from TRAILS on SoundCloud and stream “DMMH” below.
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Petit Biscuit – Wide Awake
The latest from French producer Petit Biscuit is a powerful fusion of sounds that spans multiple genres and styles. “Wide Awake” pairs lush synths and piano, thick bass lines, and somber vocals to make for a seriously impressive 3-minute electronic journey. The song makes several unexpected twists and turns—the first drop and dubstep-style cuts being the most surprising. Everything about this one is incredibly unique and perfectly executed. Listen to more from Petit Biscuit on SoundCloud and stream “Wide Awake” below.
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ODESZA – Thin Floors And Tall Ceilings (ford. Remix)
Following the success of his breathtaking remix of “SWIM” by Mild Minds, 18 year old Utah based producer ford. is back with an official remix for none other than ODESZA. The young artist takes full advantage of the opportunity by delivering a gorgeous reworking of the original song—adding lush piano melodies, upbeat percussion, and a unique new spin on the vocal sample arrangement. Check out the rest of the remix EP here and stream ford.’s remix of “Thin Floors And Tall Ceilings” below.
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Quinn XCII – Holding Hands (feat. Elohim)
Quinn XCII‘s new album has arrived and the very first song—a melancholic collaboration with Elohim—is a true standout. “Holding Hands” is a heart-wrenching song about moving on that features softly crooned vocals from both artists alongside warm and elegant production. It’s easily my favorite song from the Michigan artist’s latest project, but the rest of the album is certainly worth a listen as well. Check out From Michigan With Love in it’s entirety here, and stream “Holding Hands” below.
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The Chainsmokers – HOPE (Parker Remix)
Rising producer Parker puts an ungodly heavy spin on The Chainsmokers recent single “HOPE”. Opening with twinkling keys and vocals from Winona Oak, Parker beefs up the original with epic horn jabs and thunderous bass—transforming the pretty pop song into a dangerous electronic anthem. I love when remixes switch up the vibe like this without losing the essence of the original song. Check out more from the talented young producer on SoundCloud and stream the remix below.
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MEMBA – Say Less
New York City duo Memba‘s latest song features haunting production, original vocals, and an otherworldly vibe. This is the first time these guys have written and recorded their own vocals, and it works out well to say the least—their melancholic crooning providing a unique contrast to the electrifying production. “Say Less” sets the stage with an emotive intro and quickly builds to a climax of bass-heavy synths and waves of gorgeous background vocals. It doesn’t sound like anything else out there right now, which is why Memba have quickly become one of my favorite electronic acts around. Be sure to follow them on SoundCloud and listen to “Say Less” below.
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Diplo – New Shapes (feat. Octavian)
The latest from Diplo is a hypnotic and serene collaboration with London based vocalist Octavian. Diplo’s versatility is put on display in “New Shapes”, with gorgeously chilled out production that’s complimented perfectly by Octavian’s reggae-like vocal melodies. I’m really feeling this one. It’s the second single from Diplo’s upcoming EP, Europa, which is shaping up to be something special.
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Gill Chang – Showerthoughts
Bubbly production and catchy vocals make Gill Chang‘s new song “Showerthoughts” impossible to resist. This Los Angeles based artist is really doing his own thing lately—paying no mind to current trends while creating his own brand of upbeat electronic music. “Showerthoughts” is the third release off of his new popcorn problems! project, and it’s got me excited to hear what else is in store. Check out the rest of popcorn problems! and stream “Showerthoughts” below.
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Jai Paul – Jasmine (ilo ilo Rework)
ilo ilo bring some much needed warm and summery vibes with this cover of the enigmatic Jai Paul‘s 2012 single “Jasmine”. Steel drums and chugging percussion create an easy groove, with hazy vocals and familiar guitar riffs rounding things out. ilo ilo’s style really shines through and makes for a solid reworking of a beloved song. Listen to the original here and stream ilo ilo’s cover below.
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Shlohmo – THE END
The End is near. Shlohmo is set to make his grand return with new album THE END on March 22nd. He announced the upcoming project by releasing this single, also titled “THE END”, which bodes extremely well for the rest of the album. It’s an eerie track that’s warbly and full of incredible texture, with a deceptively simple beat to tie it together. Shlohmo excels at creating dark and emotive music and he nails it once again with this song.
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