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Loud Luxury & Hook N Sling – Afterparty
BY: JACK SPILSBURY
Carl Cox - Toys Out of the Pram
Loud Luxury and Hook N Sling are no strangers to a fiery dance floor-filling anthem and that doesn’t BY: SAMANTHA REIS
change with their newest collaboration ‘Afterparty’. Honouring the post-night out, ‘Afterparty’ con-
This is the most synth-driven and one of the deepest tracks
tains intoxicating claps within its build-up before jarring synths and snares throughout its sensa-
tional drop, showcasing all artist’s involved talents. Deep vocals are the track’s piece de resistance, on ‘Electronic Generation’, the first album in over a decade
captivating the listener with an invitation to further into the night. ‘Afterparty’ should be a staple to from the king of techno Carl Cox. If anyone had doubts if Cox
anyone’s night out, destined to take over the club scene. I recommend that everyone takes a listen. still had cards to play, this album says it all and especially this
track, which encapsulates so well the spirit of the 90s raves but
with some modernism, pushing things forward. If the beginning
of ‘Toys Out of the Pram’ might lead you to think it’s a serene
track, as the layers overlap you realise it’s just the beginning of
a deep and rich musical journey. Layer after layer the rhythm
becomes more complex and progressive. The synths are
hypnotic, subtle and profound, revealing an unrivalled mastery
in the production of this tune. It’s elegant and sublime, perfect
for dancing with your eyes closed.
Martin Garrix - Hero
BY: JACK SPILSBURY
Franky Wah - Otherside (ft. Robinson)
Sensational Dutch producer and DJ Martin Garrix is taking
BY: RYAN FORD
even more steps to boost his brand, teaming up with
cinematic giants on his newest track ‘Hero’. Standing as the Franky Wah has continued his hot run of form with another
official anthem from the video game MARVEL Snap, ‘Hero’ is a mesmerising melodic production in ‘Otherside’. Enlisting
euphoric track playing on the ups and downs of being in love the dulcet tones of New Zealand-born pop artist Robinson,
with a significant other. The track plays off a more pop sound, he also delivers authentic synth-lines and crisp percussion
containing drums and iconic bass which is backed up by in creating another atmospheric dance floor to bolster an
incredible vocals from singer-songwriter and new talent JVKE. already-illustrious discography to date. The single features on Nicky Romero & DubVision -
Fans of Garrix’s more pop-filled sound should definitely check his refreshing ‘This Is SHÈN’ mixtape, alongside a plethora of
out ‘Hero’, you won’t regret it. other unreleased tunes that he had been playing out in recent Stay A Little Longer
sets. With releases as good as this, it’s impossible to deny that
BY: RYAN FORD
Franky is still on his meteoric rise to the very summit of the
Lohrasp Kansara & The Kid Daytona -
dance music scene. A release that had been a long time coming, “Stay A Little Longer”
Underworld
Monolink - Reflections (Sam Shure Remix) finally sees the light of day on Protocol Recordings as Nicky Romero and
BY: OURANIOS SAVVA
BY: SAMANTHA REIS Boris Brejcha - Captain Nemo DubVision deliver their latest collaborative offering. Drawing upon the
Taking listeners on the most eclectic of musical journeys, Lohrasp vocal talents of dance music mainstay Phillip Strand, the track delivers
‘Reflections’ is one of 12 tracks from ‘Under Darkening Skies’, BY: ELLIE MULLINS
Kansara has just unveiled a production for the ages, entitled an abundance of feel-good vibes, with its striking melodic topline
the sophomore album from live act Monolink. The album
‘Underworld.’ Fusing House and Hip-Hop in a manner that will A release that fans of the masked magician Boris Brejcha have contrasting the typically energetic percussion that has become expected
was desired and much hyped, with some of its singles have
scintillate even the toughest of crowds, the New York-based DJ/ waited eagerly for, ‘Captain Nemo’ is the melodic master at of them both. Another shining addition to their respective discographies
already received a few renditions. The most recent is a remix
producer is more than set on leaving his own mark within the his finest. Not only taking listeners’ on a sonic journey, there this enchanting and atmospheric masterpiece is sure to have crowds
of ‘Reflections’, an honour from German Sam Shure, which
electronic dance industry, and we are all for it. Incorporating is a visual journey accompanying the release, showcasing bouncing wherever they play it in the months to come.
transforms the melodic origin of this track and pushes it to
various musical elements throughout the track’s entirety, Kansara that not only is Brejcha a craftsman in the music world, but
an even darker side, ruled by techno rules. The percussion is
opts to bridge the gap between subgenres that have helped also the storytelling world in every aspect. On ‘Captain Nemo,’
queen and beats without asking permission in an almost tribal
shape the artist that he is today, and in turn, has provided us all which tells the story of a spaceman flying to vast galaxies, the
rhythm, painted by trippy sounds that complement so well
with an end product that oozes with energy from start to finish. track acts as a morse code in which this fictional spaceman
Monolink’s vocals. It’s a perfect upgrade to the original and
communicates through. Smooth and electrifying, Boris Brejcha
matches the mood of this winter.
brings the groove as always.
Kx5, Elderbrook - When I Talk
BY: JACK SPILSBURY
Deadmau5 and Kaskade have been making humongous
strides together since their debut time working together for ‘I
Remember’ back in 2008, especially now they’ve started their
collaborative project Kx5. Now for the project the duo have
enlisted singer-songwriter Elderbrook for the bewildering track
‘When I Talk’. ‘When I Talk’ is a glistening atmospheric track,
featuring delicate musical notes throughout and gospel heart
throbbing synths, a collision of the deep house and techno
Dimitri Vangelis & Wyman vs.
genres. Blaring beats take over during the track’s chorus,
allowing for a euphoric listening experience, and enticing the
Envyro – Freedom
listener to return again and again, make sure to check out
‘When I Talk’ Kx5 & Elderbrook for yourself.
BY: CHRIS VUONCINO
Cedric Gervais & Joel Corry - Molly
Like many other great producers from Sweden, Dimitri Vangelis and Wyman know how
i_o & Lights - Prayers
BY: JACK SPILSBURY to capture an energy and emotion and produce a track that tells a story, transporting
BY: ELLIE MULLINS listeners along the sonic journey through their crisp production, massive synths and
British superstar Joel Corry uses his producer magic reviving
intoxicating leads. The song will no doubt be a staple in clubs around Europe as acts
the 10 year old hit by Cedric Gervais, the dance anthem ‘Molly’. An emotional time for i_o fans, on the anniversary of his
close out 2022, as Freedom is ready made for the dance floor.
Bringing the track to a modern audience, the infamous sonic sudden passing, his family made the decision to release
auto-tuned vocals and intoxicating basslines are injected with the posthumous ‘Warehouse Summer’ album made in
an ample amount of Joel Corry production goodness allowing collaboration with Lights. Featured on the album is the track
for riffs of melodic house sounds. Tantalising the ears, this track ‘Prayers’.’ Starting with an upbeat synth pattern, Lights’
is a perfect ode to the ‘Molly’, which was one that influenced harmonious and unique voice is then introduced, further
many songs there on, make sure to give the Joel Corry revival a proving that the two artists worked magically together. A liquid
listen, you wont regret it. drum & bass anthem, it also showcases that i_o could master
any genre, from techno and trace, and now drum & bass.
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