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December 7, 2023By Gonz Alo
• Classic, energetic, and fun • Suspense in the breakdown • Missing that innovative spark Today’s one of those days where I just want to press play on some energetic tunes and enjoy— possibly with an unexpected twist on it. Naturally, the choice has come to Big Room; one of my favorite genres, most of
December 4, 2023By Gonz Alo
• Trance and Big Room • Mighty brass stabs • Throwback to 2010s Let’s press rewind for a while. It’s 2013. The so-called EDM era is in full swing— big room, progressive house— you name it. Among several hits that came out the said year, it was Armin van Buuren’s “This Is What It Feels
December 2, 2023By Gonz Alo
In the realm of electronic music, where genres continually evolve, VANES has embarked on a captivating exploration of sound, color, and emotion. His album, aptly titled “Red Illusions,” is not just a collection of tracks but a conceptual journey into what can be described as the consolidation of Trance House. The first keyword that resonates
December 1, 2023By Gonz Alo
• Finally, the trio is working together • Predictable structure • Energetic but lacks a unique twist There is something magical in the way W&W and KEVU conjured to devise a powerful banger; leaving me impressed even after so many years of listening to the same Big Room sounds. Their recent association “Incoming”, released on
November 29, 2023By Gonz Alo
• Warehouse techno influences • Robust drop lead • Streamlined groove Longtime collaborators often serve the best outcomes— look no further than Curbi and Mike Cervello— who have officially teamed up numerous times over the past years. And now we have another joint effort from the said parties; titled “The Funktion” the track has brought
November 26, 2023By Gonz Alo
In the enthralling world of darkDARK‘s album “Ghost Complex” human memories and artificial intelligence unite in a symphony of experimental EDM. This sonic journey, guided by the duo’s careful mix of experimental sounds and hypnotic vocals, narrates the stories of humanity salvaged by the PETAL (Planetary Escape Through Artificial Learning) program, destined to be transmitted
November 26, 2023By Gonz Alo
Recently, I had the pleasure of diving into the musical realm of J. Louix through his latest EP, a prelude to an upcoming LP slated for early 2024. As a part-time music professor and a recognized artist with editorial picks on major streaming platforms, J. Louix brings a fresh and innovative approach to his creations.
November 26, 2023By Gonz Alo
• Remode magic here • Tribal tech house • Less elements, high energy Usually not involved in lone endeavors as usual, and when he does, Axwell usually has a gem to share. Nearly two years since his previous single, the Swedish moniker decided to give a special “remode” treatment to a new release involving Thomas
November 26, 2023By Gonz Alo
• Excellent initial sequence • Thrilling vocal performance! • Something amiss in the drop It’s nice to see KSHMR returning to EDM after his successful Indian hip-hop album “Karam“. A producer experimenting with new sounds in a genre he has familiarity with and passion for is fun— and while I am not the target audience—
November 22, 2023By Gonz Alo
• Somber yet refreshing • Experimental and minimal • Superb vocals It won’t be wise to leave this unsaid— but SIZE Records is really onto some streak here— as they keep upping the ante with every release they do. Yes, they have always been an eminent niche in the music industry, but their recent revival
November 22, 2023By Gonz Alo
• Squeaky drops, right into action • Turns into a more melodic Psy sequence • Fun & energetic, steady pacing Today’s feature is off the rocker! With the right punch of energy and good measures of adrenaline, gaming soundtrack, or gym beats— call them whatever you want— are the real underground bangers that turn playlists
November 19, 2023By Gonz Alo
• Great choice with the hi-hats! • Creative vocal switches, a bit too dominant • Clean bassline, a pleasure for the ears Ninetails, a UK duo known for their previous hits like “Saturday Night” with Brando and the experimental “You In My Mind,” continues to impress with their ability to blend genres. The fusion of
November 17, 2023By Gonz Alo
• Eh, the M1 organ lead • Great pairing with Hadar Adora’s voice • Clean setup, smooth transitions A deep house creation, “Revival” is an interesting outcome from the minds of Myles O’Neal and Hadar Adora, and deserves a special mention. A surprise came right after the first draft— turns out Myles is the son
November 16, 2023By Gonz Alo
Today’s review is not even proper EDM: I was in a mood for something relaxing, a departure from the predictable tunes that saturate the music scene. And I found what I was looking for. “Diving into the broken synapses of molecular transient brain waves” (a clever quote indeed), I embarked on a journey with Hot
November 16, 2023By Gonz Alo
• Classic EDM combining indie elements and guitar riffs • Optimistic and high-spirited atmosphere • A radiant vocal performance by ruben. What happens when you combine Tollef’s funky guitar artistry and Nu Disco production skills with the eclectic Future House influences of Aiobahn? The answer is obvious: this joyful creation! Released on Don Diablo’s HEXAGON,
November 15, 2023By Gonz Alo
• Linear and predictable • Brazilian Bass groove, big room synths • Short duration Two powerhouses in the EDM scene getting together isn’t commonplace— especially considering Tiesto and R3HAB– who have rightfully pioneered and shaped the dance music scene at its peak. So when two first-rate artists finally decide on an official collaboration, expectations are
November 12, 2023By Gonz Alo
• Massive drop sequence à la BLK RSE • Something’s missing in the central breakdown • Kudos to the desire to innovate the sound It’s been a year since my last encounter with KAAZE and his power-packed Progressive gem of “Paradise“; here we are, with the darker facade to the Swedish moniker— one can hazard
November 10, 2023By Gonz Alo
• Hefty percussions • Hypnotic electro synths • Dark Disco at its finest Taking a decade-old track and giving it a new life is a job easier said than done, requiring special merit- as displayed by the French moniker Damon Jee for “Before The Sunlight,” originally composed by Echonomist featuring Black Soda in 2014. In
November 9, 2023By Gonz Alo
• Playful vocals • Lean, groovy arrangements • Catchy sound design Funny? Check. A bit idiotic? Maybe. Creative and club-ready? Absolutely. That would be the gist of how we feel about the latest upload by SIZE records— who are leaning into the experimental zone even more lately— with Kommando’s “SINGER IDIOT.” That title sounds eccentric,
November 7, 2023By Gonz Alo
• Insanely catchy and memorable bassline • Exciting wordplay in the rapping • Unexpected trap-drill switch-up Releasing imprints such as Magic Records and Tribal Trap, South Korean producer 4URA has established his aptitude for creating anthemic and melodic Trap productions. This time, although, 4URA has taken a different route with his sound; his infectiously addictive
November 5, 2023By Gonz Alo
• Not a fan of the vocal • Explosive drop with Future Rave melodies • Exceptional work with meticulously chosen elements I hadn’t come across Wave Wave before, and, in general, Mentalo Music (my only mention was some years ago, suggesting that the label was still in its early stages of development). But it seems