LA-based indie pop-funk outfit Thumpasaurus are back with one of their most intoxicating cuts yet in “Lipstick Makeup.” From the catchy dance grooves to soothing vocal melodies, everything about this track is uplifting and just plain fun. The group mentions the song is about “saying f*ck it and letting your freak out” and, as you’ll hear below, this message comes across crystal clear from the very start of the track. We can’t imagine how wild this track would sound live, and thankfully you’ll get a chance to find out for yourself as Thumpasaurus are slated to tour throughout the US this sprin ..read more

Fresh off the release of their captivating “Morse Code” collaboration with decorated Chicago rapper Mick Jenkins, Tone Youth are back better than ever with an impressive new record in “ASICS.” As you’ll hear below, the Perth hip-hop collective provides some serious heat in a track layered with meaning about evolving your own way and taking time to learn along the journey. T$oko, Robb James, and Jimmy Drones all provide some great flows across this tune and we’re loving rugged, dusty, and horn-laden production provided by Heaprize. Hear what we mean by streaming the track via Spotify and let u ..read more

We’ve covered Martron’s music in the past and have been consistently impressed with his versatile production skills and knack for crafting fun dance records. The New York artist’s hot streak continues with “Sun Goes Down,” Martron’s latest single that will have you wishing it was summer festival season already. As you’ll hear below we’re treated to an uplifting dance-pop heater that features euphoric vocals and uplifting melodic progressions. Hear what we mean by streaming the track via Spotify and let us know your thoughts in the comments section as well. Martron – Sun Goes Down | Stream 'L ..read more

Hairitage has become one of the most exciting rising producers in the bass music scene, and his new Art of War EP via WAKAAN is a testament to this fact. As you’ll hear below the talented artist comes through with a hard-hitting new project, presenting fans with a seamless amalgamation of innovative sound design and guttural hybrid-trap influences. Every track on this EP is a banger and we can’t wait to hear what Hairitage has in store for us next. In the meantime stream the producer’s Art of War EP below and let us know your thoughts in the comments section as well. Hairitage – Art of War EP ..read more

Manic Focus has been delivering genre-defying electronic music for years, and now the Denver-based artist is back better than ever with Never Not Blue, perhaps his most impressive and expressive album yet. As you’ll hear below, this new project beautifully depicts the producer’s journey navigating all the emotional experiences related to his Bipolar 1 condition that was diagnosed in 2007. Instead of preventing him from working, the diagnosis has become a driving force in Manic Focus’ creative process, which is readily apparent throughout this stunning record. From blues and soul to hop-hop an ..read more

Fred Again, Skrillex, and Four Tet might be the most surprising bromance of the year so far, but one we welcome with open arms. We’ve heard renditions of this ID since Fred’s mega viral Boiler Room set which seemed to launch Fred into the stratosphere and we finally have it in full. Fresh off a week of New York pop-up events which ended in a 5-hour set at the legendary Madison Square Garden the trio has finally released “Baby again..” This unexpected friendship between the three has already given us some incredible sonic gifts, as expected of 3 producers of this caliber. Baby Again’s voca ..read more

Rising artist and WAKAAN mainstay Ren Zukii is back with an impressive first release of 2023 in ‘Momma.’ As you’ll hear below, the Australian producer gives listener a taste of her DnB style while also delivering a touch of infectious left field bass. We’re loving the creative sound design and can’t imagine how dope this track would sound in a live setting. Family is an important influence on Zukii’s artistry, and she has dedicated this release to her mother who taught her music as a kid. Stream the new WAKAAN-released single below and let us know your thoughts in the comments section as well ..read more

Bro Safari, who announced a break from touring in 2019,  has been quite as of late, but that doesn’t mean he hasn’t been cooking up something. In a surprise drop he dropped a debut full-length project with longtime collaborator Armanni Reign. Old Tales is a full-length hip-hop album with this duo who call themselves Last Rhetoric. The album is a full hip-hop album but throughout the 12 tracks, each one does have a distinct feel which helps to highlight the versatility of this duo together. Whether this is going to be a one-off project or we can expect to hear more from Last Rhe ..read more

Frosttop is gearing up for a massive 2023 with some beaking news. The young producer already has a slew of insanely hard-hitting singles, but we know that’s not enough. Frosttop’s debut EP REFORM is slated for release on March 24th on SLANDER and NGHTMRE’s Gud Vibrations imprint. If it’s anything like his recent releases we are ready to receive something absolutely special.West Coast Frosttop fans rejoice, because almost 2 weeks later you will be able to catch Frosttop’s debut headline show in Los Angeles to have a chance to hear this EP how it is meant to be listened to – on the dan ..read more

Lucille Croft stunned the masses with her Patient X EP last year, presenting listeners with a multi-faceted, audiovisual project that left us all in anticipation of what comes next. Enter The Valentine Effect, yet another complex, conceptual creation from Croft that is designed to leave people with the feeling that life may not be exactly as it seems. Out now by way of Bad Wolf HQ, Croft describes her newest work as “a psychological experience that listeners can interpret in their own way.” The four-track EP is a no holds barred, in your face production that won’t give you a moment’s respite ..read more