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July 2, 2024By Gonz Alo
• The vocal is overwhelming • Something’s missing in the drop • Solid structure, loved the second breakdown It’s great to see Wiwek back on Rave Culture. As one of the most intriguing figures in the EDM scene, Wiwek initially gained fame with Jungle Terror, a genre he pioneered. In recent years, he’s shifted towards
July 2, 2024By Gonz Alo
• Sweet and calm atmosphere • Balanced sound design • Drop is a bit short Marvello, the Polish producer known for his remarkable sound design, has just released “The Night” on Future Bass Records. This track caught my attention with its blend of emotional vibes, catchy melodies, and punchy basslines. The track opens with a
June 18, 2024By Gonz Alo
• Modern lead, veering towards Piano House • Powerful vocal performance • Captivating melody with a Progressive twist I’m thrilled to discuss this pop piece on Revealed Radar, a label that, ironically, had slipped off my personal radar. Their focus on releasing hundreds of songs didn’t help, and I lost track of their catalog. They
June 17, 2024By Gonz Alo
• Solid signature sound in the drop • Great vocal performance for this kind of piece • The breakdown is Avicii-influenced It’s been a long time since I’ve reviewed something from Syn Cole, the Estonian veteran who began his career on LE7ELS. Since then, he’s been on a long journey with millions of streams and
June 14, 2024By Gonz Alo
• Several interesting elements • Dark, energetic, futuristic pattern • Sonar-like sound adding some mistery to the atmosphere The Finnish producer Max Lapinsuo-Sylwén has stepped into the spotlight with his compelling debut, “Countdown”, an Electro/Bass House fusion that immediately caught my attention on its release day. With over a decade of experience in the dance
June 8, 2024By Gonz Alo
• Clean, hard-hitting kick • Sweet vocals, enhanced by slight details in the background • Simplistic melody pattern After taking some time to focus on the music that truly brings me joy, I’m thrilled to dive back into reviews with “Real Thing” by Belgian veteran NGTY and vocalist Wicks, released via Future House Music. This
May 30, 2024By Gonz Alo
• Usual Da Tweekaz sound, but softer and predictable • Vocal is uninspiring and annoying • Lacks the freshness of their previous work Once again, we have a R3HAB collaboration, and once again, Da Tweekaz venture into the more mainstream side of Hardstyle following the successful “Lambada” with Tony Junior and “Wasabi” with Blasterjaxx. As
May 19, 2024By Gonz Alo
• Happy vocal, powerful drop • Sweeter kick than expected • Lots of beautiful details in the composition Today’s track is a delightful Melodic Hardstyle tune that truly impressed me with its sound design. “Wild Ones” is the first collaboration between Dutch producers Tim and Tom, known as TCM and Thymo. TCM has made a
May 9, 2024By Gonz Alo
• Of course, a rework. And a follow-up of “Thank You” • Eminem’s hit transformed into a Festival mix • Gabry Ponte added a spark of vitality to the drop Here we go again: the trademark DV&LM mega collab, often accompanied by super famous names and perceived as lacking substance… Except, this time, it’s different.
May 8, 2024By Gonz Alo
• Unpredictable 4B Vibes • The protagonist is indeed the bass • The secret is the vocal and… Let’s take a moment to appreciate the journey of 4B, one of the most eclectic producers in the scene. With a decade of career under his belt, he’s amassed an impressive array of fresh sounds, collaborated with
April 30, 2024By Gonz Alo
• Melodic Future Bass with Cinematic elements • Warm, energetic vocal • Dharma’s way of exploring familiar genres It’s been a while since I’ve had the pleasure of diving into the world of Melodic Future Bass, especially within the realm of Dharma. When I first caught wind that KSHMR had handpicked a track from this
April 30, 2024By Gonz Alo
• Hard kicks, distorted vocals • Neverending flux of stamina and aggressiveness • Distortions are quite aggressive towards the end Introducing the formidable collaboration between Dead X and Levenkhan comes “Player H8rs,” a relentless onslaught of hard-hitting beats and unapologetic aggression. Levenkhan, known for his distinctive blend of hip-hop influences and hardcore kicks, brings his
April 26, 2024By Gonz Alo
• Oldschool vibes in the main lead • Energetic vocal performance • Explosive drop section “Lost My Ground” is a vibrant fusion of nostalgic Eurodance elements and contemporary production techniques, showcasing the collective talents of Averro, D.T.E, and Ayda Rastgoo. Drawing inspiration from iconic tracks like “Komodo,” the trio infuses their own unique style into
April 20, 2024By Gonz Alo
Prepare to embark on a captivating sonic journey with Sogen, the visionary electronic duo formed by Rick Goddard, known as Kogane, and Auryn Waring, also recognized as Shinamo Moki. Their debut album, “You’ve Got Me,” released via Nettwerk, is a testament to their creative prowess and boundless imagination. Breaking free from the constraints of traditional
April 13, 2024By Gonz Alo
• Rework of the Nomad (and Bingo Players) hit • Not-so-predictable approach • Homage to 10 years of career “Devotion” marks a significant milestone in KSHMR‘s illustrious career as he celebrates 10 years of the project. Teaming up with 22Bullets, the duo delivers yet another stellar performance, showcasing their collective genius and creativity. The choice
April 5, 2024By Gonz Alo
• Melodic Techno meets Tropical House • Original vocal loses some charm • Stunning job with the percussions It’s intriguing to witness, five years later, the transformation of Axwell Λ Ingrosso‘s “More Than You Know” into a completely different vibe—a more laidback interpretation courtesy of Mount Rouge’s unique blend of Melodic Techno and Tropical House.
March 30, 2024By Gonz Alo
• Hard-hitting Eurodance hit • Future House vibe, reworked with more underground impressions • Great step outside the comfort zone “Monster” is… quite a lot of things. First and foremost, it’s an Eurodance banger with impressive old-school vibes and a vocal that really grabs your attention. Let me emphasize: the vocal is simply perfect. But
March 24, 2024By Gonz Alo
• Exploration of Future Rave with Melodic Techno • Punchy Chords and a Techno beat • Fascinating vocals The highly anticipated return of David Guetta and MORTEN brings us two scorching hot tracks – “The Future Is Now” and “The Truth.” These releases exemplify their signature “Future Rave” sound, blending high-energy beats with underground vibes,
March 22, 2024By Gonz Alo
• Intriguing sound design • Simple yet effective pattern • Atmospheric breakdown This new track intrigued me with its exploration of Hard Techno’s boundaries through a mysterious, esoteric composition. Mariana Bo has been delving into more aggressive realms lately, as seen in her Dark Techno release “Cantus” a few months ago. “Smoke Music” ventures into
March 21, 2024By Gonz Alo
• Wait for the second drop • Happy at first, then takes a darker turn • Cheesy vocal, avoidable As I listened to “Midnight” up until the first drop, I found myself somewhat disinterested in this Happy Hyperpop rendition. Sure, the BPMs were soaring, but it lacked that adrenaline kick I was yearning for. This
March 14, 2024By Gonz Alo
• Rework of a rework of “Da Goodness” • Energetic G-House spin • Don Diablo really added that much-needed bounce! It’s amusing how this monumental collaboration between Major Lazer and Don Diablo is essentially a rework of “BabyLawd, DLegend – Jiggy Woogie,” which, in turn, draws inspiration from “Da Goodness” by Redman and Busta Rhymes,