Reviews

Bora Uzer & Sam Shure combine on CORE Records with ‘Bring It Back’
Bora Uzer and Sam Shure come together on Tomorrowland’s CORE label with a killer new collaboration titled ‘Bring It Back.’ The track is a well-crafted cut that blends a rolling, minimal groove and rich synth-work with Uzer’s distinctive vocals. The track takes listeners on a sonic journey, evolving from a melodic, percussion-driven build-up into a... Read more »

Rolbac rocks Senso Sounds with textured, cutting-edge techno on ‘‘Artefakt I: Noisy Thoughts’ EP
Rising Middle Eastern electronic music force Rolbac kicks off 2025 with his latest EP, ‘Artefakt I: Noisy Thoughts,’ out now on Senso Sounds, the prestigious underground imprint curated by Oliver Huntemann. This three-track release showcases Rolbac’s signature hard-hitting rhythms, gripping vocal elements, and high-intensity buildups, reaffirming his place as a dynamic innovator in the techno... Read more »

Budakid kicks off monumental 2025 with stunning Siamese debut, alongside remix from Patrice Bäumel
Budakid makes his debut on Adriatique’s Siamese label with the heartfelt ‘Freedom’ EP, showcasing his own vocals alongside a remix by Patrice Bäumel. The ‘Freedom’ original mix dives into the theme of freedom, something we all deserve but must continually work to protect and honour. Patrice Bäumel’s remix brings his distinctive touch while preserving the... Read more »

Mild Minds merges nostalgia & modern emotion on upcoming album, ‘GEMINI,’ teasing new single ‘DNA ∞’
GRAMMY-nominated producer Mild Minds finishes foreshadowing the narrative of his highly anticipated sophomore album with ‘DNA ∞,’ the final single before ‘GEMINI’ arrives February 21st via Foreign Family Collective. Following a trio of singles, this last preview crystallizes the album’s vision of reimagining underground dance music through an emotional lens. ‘DNA ∞’ embodies the album’s... Read more »

ANOTR impress with most experimental, introspective work to date via genre-blending album, ‘On A Trip’
Ever-evolving duo ANOTR redefine their sound with their bold and boundary-pushing second album, ‘On A Trip,’ out January 31st via their own imprint No Art. Featuring shimmering disco, hypnotic alt-soul, raw post-punk/krautrock, and uplifting indie dance, the album marks the duo’s most experimental and introspective work to date ahead of their world tour. Written and... Read more »

Emmanuel Jal & Bun Xapa release new single ‘Chaak’ on Diplo’s label Higher Ground
Today, South Sudanese artist, author, and former child soldier Emmanuel Jal teams up with South African producer Bun Xapa (named one of DJ Mag’s artists to watch in 2025) to release a new collaborative single, ‘Chaak.’ The new track is out now via Diplo’s label Higher Ground. The message behind Emmanuel’s hit from last year,... Read more »

HI-LO & Kasablanca collaborate on scorching new single, ‘INFERNO’
HI-LO had a smashing 2024 packed with high-demand releases, including collabs with Armin van Buuren, Chocolate Puma, Danny Avila, Eli Brown, Green Velvet, and Space 92, to name a few. HI-LO’s first release of the new year keeps the momentum boiling with the new single ‘INFERNO,’ produced in collaboration with white-hot electronic music act Kasablanca. ... Read more »

Beatport unveils brilliant list of exceptional artists featured on 5th edition of Next Class of 2025 program
Beatport, the global leader in music for DJs, producers, and their fans, is proud to unveil the Beatport Next Class of 2025. Now in its fifth year, the program continues to spotlight rising artists who are shaping the future of dance music. By providing meaningful opportunities for exposure and growth, Beatport reaffirms its dedication to... Read more »

Victoria kicks off 2025 with wicked new track, ‘Whistle’
Following the massive success of her high-octane hits ‘Get Up Bitch! (Shake Ya Ass)’ and ‘Ratata,’ Victoria is starting the new year in ferocious style with her latest release, ‘Whistle.’ ‘Whistle’ is rising latincore queen Victoria’s newest dance floor belter. An incredibly strong blend of hyper-speed baile influences wrapped in a hard dance, techno-forward production,... Read more »

Rich Ellis brings immense groove & smooth synths to Bad Parrot debut on ‘Float’ EP
In his latest, funk-rich, immensely groovy offering ‘Float’ – UK artist Rich Ellis gives a timely update to the classic UK Garage sound. Using smooth beats and synthesized string plucks, the Scottish producer adds a subtle nod to two-step legends such as MJ Cole while putting his own distinct stamp on the genre. Following the... Read more »