RKCB - VICE

Dude this new one from RKCB is just bonkers in a good way. It starts with a fat horn synth sound that just blasts away immediately with a funky bass line underneath that sweeps you off your feet from the second you hit play. By the time the vocals come in you're immediately in a tense form of anticipation wondering where the hell else is this track going?? It maintains this precarious equilibrium of funky bliss throughout with smatterings of shiny pads and glitchy patches flashing in and out. We at BB were already fans of RKCB, but new tracks like this remind us why. Add this on Spotify here.  

STALGIA - SPIRIT ANIMAL

Lauren Day and Brandon Leslie, childhood friends turned band mates better known as Stalgia are not new to our BB pages. I was in a busy flurry of work emails when I got sent this record, and I was immediately removed from the doldrums of the office and whisked away to an exotic forest. This track "Spirit Animal" plus the fact that Electric Forest is happening right now has severely overloaded my fomo level. I digress...this tune is a sweet caress of strings and piano that saunters forward at a relaxed pace that should all but message the anxieties from your mind. Stalgia has found that sweet spot so far in their catalogue that is peaceful and beautiful yet still driving and impactful, no doubt due to Lauren's gorgeously breathy vocals and some deep sub. "Spirit Animal" is just heavenly and I guarantee will float you away if only for a fleeting 4 minutes 20 seconds. You can add this on Spotify here. 

DOOQU - CIRCLES FT. IAN GOTT

Heroic Recordings is establishing itself as one the most sound and reliable outlets for indie-electronic music. One of Heroic Recordings most notable artists, the one with the stunning jaw line, Dooqu, just released a dreamy, progressive-synth single. "Cirlces" featuring singer-songwriter Ian Gott is a brief, yet fulfilling track rich in emotional depth. Gott's jarring lyrics are in fine tune with the airy leads carefully executed by Dooqu. The track is riddled with charm and attention to detail, both instrumentally and lyrically. Gott sings, in a whimsical tone, "the yarn from your shirt unravels my nerves-" lyrically exposing the power of detail in a not-so-romantic age. Its elements are fractalized, but the sum of its parts create a idyllic, consciously driven piece. Dooqu's latest release is a diamond in a world of musical dust. Explore and stream this arduous collaboration, via Spotify now. 

GABRIEL BLACK - SAD BOY

We've been known to stray outside the normal "electronic music" genre that we feature on BB from time to time - and today I've got a sweet little treat for ya! LA singer, songwriter and bedroom producer, Gabriel Black just released a new track "Sad Boy" that's 1/2 alternative pop and 1/2 emo, and I'm kinda crazy about it! This debut single is a shining glimpse into what's to come from this newcomer, who also happens to be the creative force behind his visual brand, drawing and curating every piece to tell his story! Pretty cool! 

[PREMIERE] JY & TRIBES. - RELEASE ME

No better way to start off a Monday morning than with a premiere of a super chill jam filled with all the feels! This fresh duo just nailed it! Los Angeles producer and vocalist jy and Los Angeles songstress tribes. just dropped a bitter sweet electro R&B fused track "Release Me." With intimate vocals and ethereal future beats, "Release Me" is an emotional love song that has us feeling a bit sad but loving the vibe! You can stream on Spotify HERE! Get into this one kids!    

[PREMIERE] FOMO - VIBES

The power of a clean house track is unparalleled. There is something about the way simple, charming melodies move spotlessly around a consistent, undeviating pulse. It is energetic without chaos, and rich without complication. Maryland-based house producer, Fomo just dropped a single that possesses the simple, yet fruitful spirit of a proper house track. "Vibes" is a stimulating, feet-shuffling, almost centering treasure. Channeling O.G house production and tribal undertones, "Vibes" is a refreshing jewel that is powerful enough to physically move you- regardless of if you want to. The single is personified with Fomo's suave yet humble charisma; it is powerful, opulent, grand, but never gaudy. It's often hard to articulate the striking characteristics of this unique facet of electronic music. But, in only one listen to "Vibes" there is a world of understanding and appreciation for well-engineered house music. Explore, share, and support Fomo's latest piece of art on Soundcloud- we have it on repeat. 

RAC - THE BEAUTIFUL GAME (FT. ST. LUCIA)

Some of my most vivid memories of in college, not to mention formative bonding experiences with lifelong friends, occurred with an RAC remix in the background. Industrious doesn’t even begin to describe the volume of amazing work he has graced our ears with over his long, yet seemingly ageless, career. Throw St. Lucia into the mix and you have a recipe for greatness anytime, every time. The two recently combined forces again to bring “The Beautiful Game” into existence for our listening pleasure, and needless to say they deliver. Like a lot of their previous work, the track pulls me into a state of contemplation over the furious contradictions that come with loving someone. The juxtaposition between melodic indie pop beats and lyrics outlining the intoxicating frustrations of infatuation get me every time. If you’re trying to catch those feels in person RAC just kicked off the North American portion of their tour with a full list of stops here. RAC & Jean from St. Lucia also graced the interwebz with a Q&A session you can view here.  Stream/Download your very own copy here.

[PREMIERE] MAHALO - HEAVEN (FT. CAT LEWIS)

Fresh off a pair of performances at EDC, Mahalo is keeping spirits high with his celestial new piece of liquid house perfection in "Heaven". Back again with his vocal partner Cat Lewis the duo has churned out yet another piece of silky smooth house music that will melt you into your seat. Perfect Havoc is known for breaking BB faves like Tobtok and Oliver Nelson, and I heard were eager to sign Mahalo's sound. With tracks like "Current Mood", and my personal fave his hypem chart topping remix of Trace's "Honey" we knew this Mahalo thing wasn't a flash in the pan. Now we're hearing rumors of a signed single to Insomniac Records, and bookings at some major festivals, I think it's safe to say he has arrived. This epic tune features a contemplative lead synth line that is simply "Heaven." The track will be live on Spotify tomorrow (Friday June 23rd), ready to add to your favorite dance party playlist.

SWIMS - AM TO DM

I got started early on this beautiful San Francisco Friday morning! The sun is shining and it's above 65 degrees before 10am - and if you know anything about SF weather and June gloom - you know this is rare! What a perfect vibe for this next SWIMS track "AM to DM" -- they are "embracing a warmer sound to accompany the changing of the seasons" and I'm feeling it! SWIMS is made up of two Moving Castle legends, AObeats and SAKIMA, and together they produce magical pop/R&B electronic songs with smooth melodies and exquisite vocals. Swooning!