Reviews
• Vocoded vocal loop as the backbone • Slow pace, heavy distorted bass • Minimal yet hypnotic structure Since we’re already in the realm of exotic compositions, let me bring up something even crazier. HANDZ just dropped “Breath”, and this track is unlike anything else I’ve heard in a while. It opens in the most
• Japanese guitar instead of the usual techno lead • Psytrance foundation with hardgroove flavor • Sweet vocal loop crushed by heavy basslines I’ve got to say, Fvck Error surprised me big time with “Yoritomo”. This is not your regular psytrance tune. Right from the start, there’s a beautiful vocal loop floating on top, almost
• The original “Pleasure Model” was dark, uncanny, unforgettable • 150 BPM techno tones it down with hypnotic restraint • 172 BPM DnB tears it apart with snarling aggression The original “Pleasure Model” from 2017 is one of those tracks you never forget. A collab between Noisia and Former that felt more like an atmosphere
• Seven Lions-style progressions with a sweet vocal twist • First half with Prog House influences • Second half dives into deeper Dubstep territory The melody in this collaboration really struck a chord with me. 9 Worlds and 3THOS, both from Canada, delivered something that feels instantly familiar yet still fresh. Think Seven Lions-style progressions,
• From Progressive to Hardstyle without losing the soul • Officially embraced by Lacuna Festival • Energy that screams both passion and precision This one’s a real journey. “Dreamer” was already a beautiful progressive house anthem from Natixx and Josh Le Tissier, released last year on Glow Records. A proper festival track on its own.
• Chill summer vibe in a Deep House frame • Playful drums and quirky fills keep things light • Idun Nicoline‘s vocals fit perfectly into the mix Beautiful vocal and the vibe is just. So. Chill. “Far Far Away” is a splendid summer track, and honestly, it might be one of the sweetest I’ve heard
• Timeless melodic Trance with a sweet twist • Vocals softer than silk • Melody that lingers long after it ends I’m calling it: “Stay Forever” is one of the sweetest Trance tunes of the year. DGoh and OZDMR dropped it on Reaching Altitude and it’s been living rent-free in my head ever since. DGoh’s
• Unexpected dark Electro House collab • Edgy vocal adds personality • Hard-hitting kick and gritty bassline I’m very, very surprised by this one. Robin Schulz, Steve Aoki, and LAWRENT dropping a dark Electro House banger? Sounds like a joke, right? But listen closely, “Bloodtype” actually sounds great. I’m not really a fan of Aoki
• British vocal with a raw, clean wobble • Grimy growls meet trembly textures • One of the freshest Discovery Project picks lately Straight from Insomniac’s Discovery Project comes “Energy” and yeah, it lives up to the name. Pretty Sweet and Blvcksmith drop a tight dubstep track that rides on a solid mix of fancy
• Latin energy without clichés • Bold orchestral buildup • Surprising Big Room edge When I reviewed “Solus” a few months ago, I told you Mannie Sapra had potential. His Mainstage Techno was super creative and energetic, with a way of building tension that honestly amazed me. And now here we are, on main Revealed,
• Funky base with a tech house twist • Vocal loop drills right into your head • 50-50 collab that actually works I’m very very happy about “The Devil Works Hard” for two main reasons. First, it puts Tseba in the spotlight. This guy has a signature funky house style that really deserves more attention,
• 90s vibe with a simple pattern • Vocal-driven drop with serious punch • Pure club energy with clever details Today I needed something with energy, something that could shake up the day a bit. CIIMERA‘s “Blurry Lines” did exactly that. He’s been making moves lately, with some solid support across radio shows (even Austin
• Happy Hardcore meets classic Italian rock • Kicks hit hard, lead synths play around • A bold cover that somehow works Alright, I did not see this coming. A Happy Hardcore rework of Gianna Nannini’s 1986 rock hit “Bello e Impossibile“? That’s pretty wild, but hey, I’m here for it. The original is a
• A bit of classic Manse, but more heartfelt • Emotional breakdown with slow, decisive notes • Drop hits sweet and soaring Lovely, lovely, lovely Progressive House track for today. This one caught me off guard in the best way. Mike Vaughn and Hydrex crafted something beautiful here, and with Jordan Grace on vocals? I
• Chill Future House with a spark • Wonky bass and dynamic chops • A smooth summer-ready banger Chill Future House banger for this hot summer! “Restart” is a well-thought-out composition, crafted by the talents Alex Martin (you may know him from “Loco“) and LACEY, known for his signature chill vibes and tropical-tinged hits. The
A curious title, a comeback after decades, and a blend of sounds coming from both US and Lithuania.“Inperimental” is a mix of vibes, old and new, and a profound project that impressed me. Both visually and musically. Behind the album is Plasma, a Lithuanian electronic duo that lit up the Baltics’ ’90s rave scene with
• Psy bass, classic Trance, dark Techno buildup • Dreamy atmosphere but still hits hard • Kinda eerie, kinda beautiful Spectral Trance, anyone? This new one from nilsix, aka Ørjan Nilsen + Mark Sixma showed up on Dreamstate and immediately caught my ear. “Ghost in the Machine” has that exact balance of weight and weirdness
• Cyberpunk-inspired but not cliché • Psy, Big Room, and cinematic vibes collide • Lights and darks, like Yin and Yang I love when the artist nails the description before I even press play. RENESIS calls this one “Beauty forged in Chaos” and honestly, that’s the perfect way to put it. “Sakura” is a stunning
• Eerie pizzicato breakdowns are back • Electro House lead gives off legacy Steve Aoki energy • Surprisingly intense, built with just a few sharp elements I’ve talked before about the eerie, almost haunted vibe in “Little Fingers“, and it looks like Ring Noord weren’t done exploring that space. With “Break You”, they lean even
• Heavy kicks, Big Room drama, rawstyle switches • Exploding energy from start to finish • One-shot vocals bring real chaos ALWZ SNNY is back with something loud and rowdy just in time for summer. “Rebel” is exactly what it says on the label, a track that doesn’t follow the rules, doesn’t care to, and
• Sweet clash of textures • The sax is telling a story • Surprising percussions I genuinely liked this release from Canadian producer Finn Forte, part of his debut album “Loss”. “One Moment” is the first single, and it feels already like a very personal chapter in his journey. If this is just the start,
