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Mesto - Bring It Back
BY: JACK SPILSBURY
Jax Jones, Calum Scott - Whistle Melle Kiet Stomp better known by his stage name of Mesto
has been continuing to build upon his impressive portfolio
of musical art ever since his explosive breakout in 2016 with
BY: JACK SPILSBURY
Martin Garrix collaboration ‘WIEE’. Now the 23-year-old producer
Two of the most prominent UK artists in music join forces with the massive track ‘Whistle’. BRIT returns with his first release of 2023 titled ‘Bring It Back’. Providing
Award-nominated producer Jax Jones and singer-songwriter Calum Scott combine their talents for
a more underground sound, Mesto dips into a more techno and
the intoxicating and energetic track that’s out now on Polydor Records. Containing shimmering guitar
deep house crossover, with ‘Bring It Back’ featuring hypnotic
riffs and tantalising piano notes, ‘Whistle’ finds itself as a bombarding house track and an earworm
synths and pulsating beats and bass. It’s raw, dark and trendy,
destined to dominate dance floors and radio airways afar. Vocal talent Calum Scott sensationally
a perfect first release for the producer in 2023 that maybe sets
performs heartfelt lyricism throughout and throws himself into intense vocal chops during the song’s
what to expect from Mast’s soundscape for the future. ‘Bring It
bridge that only builds on ‘Whistle’s catchiness. This is one track that’s not to be missed.
Back’ is out now on Spinnin’ Records.
Taylor Swift - Lavender Haze (Felix Jaehn
Remix)
BY: JACK SPILSBURY
Taylor Swift is on top of her game with her newest album,
‘Midnights’, which has just had a new single release, ‘ Lavender
Nicky Romero - Turn Off The Lights Haze’. Who better to take the song into a more dance
soundscape than the talented German producer Felix Jaehn.
BY: RYAN FORD
Containing sultry backbeats, this glimmering house remix plays
Continuing his exploration into the deep tech realm, Nicky into ‘Lavender Haze’s’ flirtiness adding an auto tuned touch to
Romero has unleashed his new groove-infused belter, ‘Turn Off Swift’s incredible and delicate vocals, turning up the tempo with
The Lights’. The Dutchman’s sets are something to behold at a bombardment of powerful synths. Due to the fact both artists
the moment and this new production takes centre stage, with incredible fame this remix is only destined to take over the club
its relentless percussion and dramatic bassline rhythms to suit, scene, make sure you don’t get left in the dark and check out
sending crowds into a frenzy. His intrinsic new single follows up Lavender Haze (Felix Jaehn Remix) for yourself.
similarly energetic tracks ‘Techtronic’ and ‘Myriad’ of recent, and
it will be interesting to see what else he produces in the lead
Fox Stevenson - Enemy Brain
up to what will surely be another busy summer for the Protocol
BY: CREIGHTON BRANCH
Recordings frontman.
Fox Stevenson is hands down one of the most exciting
070 Shake - Cocoon (Martin Garrix & Space Illenium, Nina Nesbitt - Luv Me A Little producers to follow in the industry. He is never afraid to try Mattise & Sadko - Afterglow
Ducks) BY: CREIGHTON BRANCH something new and always challenges himself with every BY: RYAN FORD
release. Now he introduces his newest album to the world,
BY: RYAN FORD
With the self-titled album on the way, Illenium continues to ‘Enemy Brain Entertainment Suite.’ The first track on this project Mattise & Sadko have returned to STMPD RCRDS in emphatic fashion with
Innovation is Martin Garrix’s middle name as is evident provide us with beautifully crafted music until its release. (also titled ‘Enemy Brain’) is one of his best songs to date. their new melodic masterpiece ‘Afterglow’ alongside Michael Zitron. Fans
throughout his quirky new remix for the 070 Shake bop ‘Cocoon’. This newest track just proves what we already know that Featuring vocals from Stevenson, he sticks to his Drum n’ Bass have been waiting for this one for quite some time since the Russian
Teaming up with mysterious duo Space Ducks, Martijn has the Grammy-nominated producer is the master at writing roots to kick off the album. Stevenson questions his mind in duo premiered an instrumental version at Tomorrowland 2022. Since
thrown some of his most ear-bending synths into making this emotionally filled songs. But he is not alone, as he has the the lyrics and explores what it means to have your thoughts then, they have sprinkled Zitron’s scintillating vocals into the track, which
invigorating record that is destined for heavy mainstream stunning voice of UK native Nina Nesbitt to accompany him on go against you. This song is one of the most self-reflective and arrives complete with mesmerising chord progressions and invigorating
playout in the weeks to come. The collaboration first gained this newest venture and takes the track to new heights. As we vulnerable songs that Stevenson has ever released. percussion to match. Once again Matisse & Sadko tell an enthralling story
momentum within the confines of STMPD RCRDS as Space have already been told, this phase of Illenium will focus on his through their music, and we’re sure fans will relate to it once more when
Ducks have made a real impression on the label, catching the inspirations in music, so this track has a heavy spotlight on the they return to the biggest stages this summer.
David Guetta, Jason Derulo - Saturday/Sunday
eye of the frontman with releases such as ‘Panic’ in the past. guitar. You can hear the rock inspiration in the drop, and then
Expect to hear this one on rotation with the European festival as he so often does, Illenium works his magic as he chops up BY: ELLIE MULLINS
season on the horizon. the vocals of Nesbitt to create a unique melody. April’s album
Following the 2018 global hit ‘Goodbye,’ David Guetta and Jason
launch can’t come fast enough.
Derulo are giving fans what they’ve been looking for in the form
Julian Jordan - Losing My Head of another collaboration. Getting in their submission early for
commercial song of the summer, the pair have concocted yet
BY: RYAN FORD
another infectious radio hit which is set to find its place firmly
Extending his domination atop the electro house tree, Julian atop the charts in no time at all.
Jordan has delivered another heavy-hitting blow with ‘Losing
My Head’. Centred around a catchy vocal hook, Julian has
worked his magic to make sure he brought the energy with this
release, striking synergy between the topline and bassline in the
only way he knows how. Characteristic of another remarkable
STMPD RCRDS anthem, Julian has made a strong start to 2023
with this release, following up on his successes of last year
Don Diablo, Azteck - Not Alone
with tracks such as ‘The Bass’, ‘DuDuDu’ and ‘Vibe’. It will be
interesting to see what he conjures up next with a massive 12
months ahead of him once again.
BY: CREIGHTON BRANCH
With his first release of the new year, Don Diablo delivers a very infectious track. It
Moonwalk, EarthLife - Dark Waves
seems nearly impossible for the listener to not come away with a big smile on their
BY: SAMANTHA REIS Marshmello - Eternal face after listening to his music, as it is always a good time. One of the best parts of
Italian duo Moonwalk teamed up with countrymen EarthLife BY: ELLIE MULLINS Don Diablo’s releases is you never know what hat of inspiration he is going to pull from
for their debut on Joris Voorn’s Spectrum. ‘Dark Waves’ is the next. This time he goes for a faster pace style as he collaborates with fellow dutchman,
Much to the delight of OG Marshmello fans, or those that just
name of this emotional melodic techno track that has all Azteck. ‘Not Alone’ has that uplifting feel with lyrics that will hit home to those who want
love his Joytime sound the most, the masked musician is back
the ingredients needed to cause goosebumps. Hammering to reminisce on their youthful days. The drop in this song is a lot of fun, as Diablo and
with another upbeat, distinct single from the upcoming ‘Joytime
percussion gives it a solid rhythm, as dense as the bassline. Azteck experiment with chopping up the melody and adding a house beat underneath.
IV’ project. His solo tracks like this one are where he shines the
The synths dance intermingling, they are sparkling and glowing Already with a VIP remix, this track has a good chance to be a crowd favorite during
most, and his unique style is put to the forefront. ‘Eternal’ is no
and strut in different positions throughout the composition. The the festival season.
different from this, and will no doubt be a standout on the next
bass is cavernous and enveloping, giving a sense of comfort,
‘Joytime’ album.
while the rumble melody captures you on a higher plane. It’s a
compelling tune for the dancefloor.
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