I’ve been a big fan of Mavi Phoenix for a while now; stepping between genres, the 23-year old songwriter and producer has been carving a unique path. Elements of hip-hop, pop, R&B and electronica collide, resulting in a dynamic sound that can’t be tied down. The new single ‘bullet in my heart’ continues this trend,…
Category: Electronic
Quote Club: Toronto’s Illyin Pipes stun on downtempo synth-pop EP ‘Waking Up’
Toronto’s Illyin Pipes stun on downtempo synth-pop EP ‘Waking Up’. The duo, comprised of Jill Harris and Thom Varey create layered tracks, rich with lush synths, bold vocal melodies and swirling beats. Their new five-track is a masterclass in textured soundscapes, emotive and poignant. “When I was writing the songs I was struggling with a…
Nashville’s R.LUM.R releases sumptuous visual for falsetto-driven single ‘How This Feels’
Nashville’s R.LUM.R releases sumptuous visual for falsetto-driven single ‘How This Feels’. Dark, brooding production opens up into a gloriously poignant hook; “So, can we be real? About how this feels”, sings R.LUM.R – narrating the intricacies and complexities of a burgeoning relationship. It is taken from his upcoming major label album, due out vi Island…
Germany’s MARTEN HØRGER releases punchy electronic EP ‘GONNA BE ME’ via CONFESSION
Germany’s MARTEN HØRGER releases punchy EP ‘GONNA BE ME’ via Tchami’s label CONFESSION. Comprised of two new original tracks, it follows HØRGER’S unique brand of vibrant house music. The title track is an energetic electronic number with a big vocal sample providing melody; the second offering ‘WILD’ features Karol Tip, another German producer who trades…
Long Beach’s Roet faces his personal fears on new single ‘Love You/Love Me’
Long Beach’s Roet faces his personal fears on new single ‘Love You/Love Me’. A full service artist, he produces, writes and performs his music – bringing his creative vision to life. ‘Love You/Love Me’ is the lead single from his upcoming EP, and sees the West Coast native combine indie and electronic elements to create…
Rising producer Justin Mylo teams up with Dallas based artist Shaylen on ‘Won’t Stop’
Rising producer Justin Mylo teams up with Dallas based artist Shaylen on ‘Won’t Stop’. At only 23 years old, the emerging beat smith is beginning to make his mark – with over 100 million streams on Spotify to his name. His trademark floor filling electronica is on display on ‘Won’t Stop’, with big synths, bold…
‘me&her’ is the synth-filled new single from Australian artist JVLY
‘me&her’ is the synth-filled new single from Australian artist JVLY. It sees him team up with Swiss producer DRKTMS and was inspired by JVLY’s new analogue synthesiser; textured electronic patterns can be heard in a production brimming with warmth. The smooth, soul flecked beat dances along a vivacious bass line – providing a rhythmic foundation…
Berlin-based twocolors put an electronic spin on ‘Make It Louder’ by The Dead Daisies
Berlin-based duo twocolors put an electronic spin on ‘Make It Louder’ by The Dead Daisies. The rising production pair are beginning to make a name for themselves by straddling genres; the blend of electronic and organic instrumentation results in a textured soundscape that pumps along on a house beat. Guitars dart in and out whilst…
Time stands still for Mokita on new single ‘ICLYA’
Time stands still for Mokita on new single ‘ICLYA’, a musing on intentional love and intimate moments. It’s dramatic, anthemic and nostalgia-tinged; glassy guitar licks set the tone, eventually opening up into a rousing chorus that relies heavily on Mokita’s emotive vocal performance. “This was one of those songs that kind of came out of…
‘Somewhere New’ is the unique new single from Australian producer Laurel Laxxes, out now via Mammal Sounds Records
‘Somewhere New’ is the unique new single from Australian producer Laurel Laxxes, out now via Mammal Sounds Records. It’s a rich, lush soundscape filled with vibrant textures and crisp percussion; reverb-laden elements provide space whilst featured artist Gavin Beach lends a soaring melody to top off the instrumental. “I was living such an incredible life…
