KERALA - WHAT IF (FEAT. MARIE LANG)

Kerala · What If feat. Marie Lang

Electronic music has a new rising star. Producer and musician Kerala continues to turn heads and captivate hearts with his signature brand of beautiful electronic music. Inching closer to the release of his debut EP, the Denver-native returns with “What If” feat. Marie Lang. Kerala is Colorado-based producer Jordan Evanoff’s first solo endeavor. After years of touring with jamtronica/electronic rock band Evanoff, Evanoff has branched off to explore different avenues of sound design. His new sound is an uplifting cinematic indie-electronic experience, most closely aligned with the electronic pop & future bass genres, taking inspiration from pioneers such as Kasbo, Odesza and Forester. With production emulating a fluttering heartbeat, the lyrics in “What If” express a deep desire for another person’s love and trust while simultaneously revealing a growing anxiety that those feelings might not be returned. As it pertains to the Escapism story arc, Kerala’s newest single establishes the dilemma of our protagonist, setting the listener on a journey driven by musical motifs and thematic elements that flow throughout the entire EP. It’s a proper love song that can equally perform the duty of breakup soundtrack or empowering ballad. Escapism will be out August 4th as a self-release.

DADDY NAT - ELDERS FEAT. ABHI THE NOMAD (CASUAL T REMIX)

A natural at his craft, Travis Drews is a spectacle. A talented artist under the name Casual T, the electronic musician is a show stopping act. Inspired by a near-death experience caused by the gravity of the bass at a music festival and a lung collapse, Casual T made the best of his situation and expresses himself through music. The exuberant Casual T fuses hip-hop influences with his electronica beats to create a unique sound that is unmistakably his. The Texas-based producer continues to impress with his magnificent catalog of releases. Continuing a busy year, Casual T is back with a stellar new remix. Adding a fresh perspective to “Elders” originally crafted by Daddy NAT and Abhi the Nomad, Casual T renders a wonderfully entertaining version of the already-impressive tune.

MÁNI ORRASON - CHANGE THE WORLD

Máni Orrason just delivered his wacky and uber-cool new video for his single “Change The World.” The indie-rock crooner’s latest single is laced with edgy pop aromas and an on-the-nose rock bravado. The kooky video is a psychedelic trip through lush, green landscapes and urban panoramas. A brilliant track with the visuals to match, “Change The World” is not one to miss. Watch this space for more from Máni Orrason.

NOTAKER - SMYL

mau5trap · Notaker - SMYL (Original Mix)

St. Louis-based sound bender Notaker returns to mau5trap with his dreamy new cut “SMYL.” Both ethereal and club-ready, this delectable romp comes equipped with glistening melodies, heavy snares, and experimental soundscapes. The rising producer’s latest gem glides with a deceptively simple ebb and flow, building up to explosive crescendos that float down to an ethereal center. Speaking on the track Notaker says “Glad to be back once again with the mau5trap fam. I knew ‘SMYL’ was a perfect vibe for the label. Happy to make SMYL’s home with mau5trap." Listen to “SMYL” today.

[NEW SHOW] VINDATA @ THE MIDWAY - JULY 23 - SAN FRANCISCO

Monstercat · Vindata - Good 4 Me

Now that we are getting back to regular life, we've decided to try something new on the patio at The Midway! On Friday July 23 we are bringing Los Angeles duo VINDATA to the bay for an outdoor early evening party. Their mix of Hip-Hop, R&B, Future Bass, and dance sound is all vibes ... I like to call it Future Soul! Make The Midway your first Friday night stop, head over directly from work, or even be home by 10pm ... whatever you feel, just get your groove on! TICKETS are on sale now!

EMANUEL - ALT THERAPY

EMANUEL · Alt Therapy

Raw, poignant, and perfectly human, Canadian artist Emanuel delivers his deeply personal debut album Alt Therapy. This affecting 12-track opus follows the album’s sibling EPs Alt Therapy Session 1: Disillusion and Alt Therapy Session 2: Transformation. While Emanuel’s musical depth runs deep thanks to the LPs yawning piano riffs, barebones production style, and poetic flow, Alt Therapy is as musically sound as it is intellectually rousing. In the spaces between his R&B prowess and soulful vocal chops listeners experience pain, hope, dispair, and triumph. A celebration and ode to all things Black and beautiful, this narrative album will echo through time.

SPEAKER HONEY - TOGETHER ALL NIGHT

mau5trap · [MAU50417] Speaker Honey - Together All Night

A lucid purveyor of sound, Speaker Honey is a jack of all trades. Hailing from San Diego, the multi-instrumentalist leads with a future-focused state of mind. Debuting on mau5trap in 2019 with her Night Visions EP, the dance music luminary returns to the deadmau5-run label with her 2-track Together All Night 2 EP. Sitting at the intersection of the Internet, old school cartoons, and Ableton, you'll find Speaker Honey. She's the amalgamation of everything she knows and loves: synth-laden music, loud urban raveware, and animation. The fast-rising star can be found creating immersive techno soundscapes through each sweltering release, and her Together All Night EP is no different. Leading the charge is "All Night," a techy, electro-infused treat with a larger-than-life kick riding it's infectious synth melodies. Showcasing her unique knack for nefarious instrumentation, "All Night" is Speaker Honey at her technical best. The 2-track EP culminates in "We Belong Together," a collaborative effort between Speaker Honey and VVVIRTU. The pair connected through their "SHARE-YOUR-SONG Monday" stream, and not long after, the enchanting single was born. Glitchy synths carry the track's introduction as old school club vocals power their way into the spotlight. An impressive feat of production prowess, Speaker Honey's 2-track Together All Night is the artists' long awaited return to the mau5trap spotlight after the release of her Interrupted EP in 2020.

ALICE GRAY - DOUBLE DECKER

Alice Gray · Double Decker

A lucid purveyor of sound, Alice Gray triumphantly steps into 2021 with her sweltering first release of the year, “Double Decker.” Constantly innovating her own unique sound, Alice Gray's musical reach knows no bounds. The San Diego-born, Los Angeles-bred songstress cut her teeth on Garage Band beats before turning to singing and songwriting full time. In the 2nd grade, the creative started a band with her friends, where they wrote and performed their own music with accompanying dance numbers. From 2nd grade until the end of her college studies, Gray put her music dreams to the side to pursue a degree in Fine Arts, only to return to that first love of music on the heels of participating in her first ever songwriting class. Now, Gray boasts a cool 3 Million+ streams on Spotify alone; not to mention, her music has been featured on TV shows including Light As A Feather and Shadowhunters. After debuting hit singles "Del Mar" and "Summer's Gone" with Aaron Taos in 2020, the indie-pop maven returns with a captivating "Double Decker." Fusing sonic instrumentation with lush pop beats, Alice Gray creates a spellbinding treat in just over 3-minutes. Honeyed vocals swell over electric guitar riffs as Alice Gray creates a pop performance for the ages in her 2021 debut. A uniquely defined aesthetic best characterized by pop perfection, Alice Gray's "Double Decker" is not one to miss.

WAVY LUV - CASPER SUN

Casper Sun · Wavy Luv

An otherworldly figure making his descent upon Earth, Casper Sun's scope isn't bound to one singular universe. Transcending the confines of planetary restrictions, Casper Sun unveils "Wavy Luv," the lead single from his highly immersive debut LP Sunshine Radio. lead single rooted in acknowledging that what one needs is different than what one wants, "Wavy Luv" is an ode to introspection. Fusing indie instrumentation with a compelling vocal blend of hip-hop and R&B, Casper Sun's single is a nuanced amalgamation of classic styles. Showcasing an impressive mastery of genre-blending techniques, "Wavy Luv" is Casper Sun at his outright best. Singing from the heart, the ethereal creative chronicles a tale of self-desire and passion with an emphasis on treating oneself with unconditional kindness.