After debuting lead singles "For The Ride" and "Darkness," techno virtuoso Lupa unveils her long-awaited debut EP, Insatiable. A sonic 5-track work of brooding soundscapes and supreme production, Insatiable was released via none other than mau5trap. A wolf in women's clothing, Lupa dares to be different. Brandishing a unique style of new wave techno, the creative reinvents the wheel of traditional club sound. Inspired by the likes of Depeche Mode and the Talking Heads, Lupa's sound is all-encompassing gritty darkness. Inviting listeners on a journey into the darkest corners of the mind, Lupa's Insatiable sits at the helm of eerie and emotive. Lead singles "For The Ride" and "Darkness" led the charge with their masterful fusions of old-school trance and innovative techno embellishments. Insatiable's newest additions include "The Night" and "Icarus," two contrasting yet complementary feats. "Icarus" is staggering industrial techno laced with a typical larger-than-life kick. "The name comes from one of my favorite stories in Ovid’s 'Metamorphoses,'" explains Lupa, "the story itself is about a man who goes against the way of nature and the Gods and in return is punished." Still incorporating industrial elements, "The Night" delivers additional robust, melodic vocal flair. The nostalgia-yearning single juxtaposes airy vocal performances against its veracious synth work.
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GOLDEN VESSEL & REI SO LA
Music, Original MixCommentWhether it’s house music or indie-pop, Australian multi-hyphenate Golden Vessel does it all. Teaming up with Brisbane artist rei so la, the tandem take to birtbird to unveil their atmospheric bedroom pop single “Jersey City.” Soulful and simple, “Jersey City” is a vintage beat tape with leisurely vocals. A laid-back indie croon with alt-R&B sensibilities and a feel-good vibe this bitbird release is not one to miss.
DEJAVILLA - CASTLE WITH A VIEW
Music, Original Mix1 CommentJamaican duo DejaVilla is back with another intoxicating hit single “Castle With a View.” The title track to their forthcoming LP Castle With a View, this upbeat offering comes just at the heels of two previously released singles “Chocolate In Your Pocket” and “In The Morning” featuring Shanique Marie of Equiknoxx. Celebrated across the dance music media landscape and vibrating through speakers worldwide, DejaVilla’s music is always uplifting and inspiring. “Castle With a View” is an energizing, soulful song with abundant soundscapes characterized by cheerful synths, dancehall vocals, and nuanced with vintage keyboard riffs to boot. Boasting their obvious artistic alignment via in-sync harmonies, DejaVilla simultaneously provides easy insights into Jamaican culture and its colorful, cultural landscapes. An effortless listen indeed, “Castle With a View” sets a liberating tone for the album to come.
UZ - FOCUS
Music, Original MixCommentAlmost exactly a year following his late 2020 Trinity LP release, French DJ and producer UZ is returning to the release trenches with a deluxe, remix-packed mix version of the groundbreaking album. The Trinity (Deluxe Edition) mix LP includes a stunning blend of the original Trinity LP tracklisting, two new original tracks, and eleven exclusive remixes from the likes of prestigious talent in the bass and trap sphere, including Bailo, Basstrick, Great Dane, LYNY, sebjin, HWLS, and more. Leading up to the full LP release, UZ is slated to release two never-before-heard singles: “Focus” on September 24th and “Future” on October 8th. Adding a multi-media component to each single, UZ recruited highly sought-after graphic designer Cat Owens to craft a visual NFT for each track, both of which will drop alongside their respective singles via foundation.app. “Focus” epitomizes what trap music is all about, boasting energy-drenched bass drops and unrelenting synth stabs, and further cements UZ’s innovative musical prowess, as he continues to find fresh and exciting ways to share his artistic vision with the world.
SATELLITE EMPIRE - ETERNAL VESPERS
Music, Original MixCommentEternal Vespers blend heavy rock and dubbed out electronica on their first single in 2 years “Eternal Vespers.” The power couple based in NYC are preparing to launch their first EP in over half a decade and its genesis does not disappoint. Exploring intellectual themes of destruction, creation, birth and re-birth, Satellite Empire’s is aptly titled to say the least. “Eternal Vespers” sees a creeping intro climb to an apex of metal-inspired crescendos that shatter sound barriers and bend light simultaneously. Matte black soundscapes twist, turn, and take on new forms at their own whim breathing a welcoming darkness into the light of dance music. A controlled frenzy of fiery sounds leave no room for soft edges and kind tempos, instead “Eternal Vespers” embraces rebellion through mind-bending sounds. Listen today.
LLUCID - FAKE LOVE FEAT. MULAY
Music, Original MixCommentBerlin-based hip-hop producer and vocalist LLUCID teams up with R&B songstress Mulay to reveal their slick collaborative cut “Fake Love.” Tethered to a rolling percussive beat with hazy electronic kicks at its underbelly, this soulful triumph is an intoxicating listen. At once emotional and fervent, Mulay’s crystalline voice penetrates the song’s agile cadence. Embued with demanding hooks and a feminine prowess, LLUCID and Mulay are an artistic match made in heaven. Rich with interlocking harmonies and savory rhythms, “Fake Love” is a trip-hop pop fusion delicacy you don’t want to miss.
TOMMY LA CROIX † - EL CAMINO
Music, Original MixCommentCanadian artist Tommy La Croix † spent his formative years mixing impressive DJ sets to better understand the mechanics of sound blending. His work as a professional DJ provided him with a unique set of insights and an out-of-the-box yet familiar taste in rhythm. Now creating original works of his own, Tommy La Croix † dives headfirst into the vast world of production. Following three well-received singles “Danza De Trompeta,” “L’Espoir,” and “Requiem D’amour,” Tommy La Croix † unveils his debut album Requiem D’amour. A downtempo journey through world-inspired soundscapes, mystic reverb, and esoteric melodies, the genesis of Tommy’s catalog is an elegant point of departure. “El Camino” is tucked carefully into the 6-track album working as a centerpiece to a moving tapestry of culturally diverse harmonies. Guided by a simple, house-inspired beat “El Camino” is embellished with hypnotic maracas and sensual horn sections. A blissful facet of an atmospheric debut album, Requiem D’amour’s greatness is defined by the sum of its parts.
Casual T - Hypnotized
Music, Original MixCommentCasual T is back with yet another colorful future-forward single. Following his recent offerings “Transcendence,” “Still Thinking of You,” and a remix of Daddy Nat’s “Elders” featuring Abhi The Nomad, the Austin-based visionary reveals “Hypnotized.” A delectable electronic number with glitchy drops and heavy transitions, the aptly titled song is an ode to losing yourself in love. Despite its fiery disposition, “Hypnotized” is confronted by an amorous mantra that softens its edges. Tailor-made for festivals and clubs alike, this Casual T original is not one to miss. Listen today.
KARMA FIELDS - KF:KONG
Music, Original MixCommentDecided to throw up a deeper cut today that is oh so delicious. Karma Fields has been producing some super exciting dark wave dance music for the past few years along with some pretty dope visuals. This project not only sounds rad, but it’s basically a complete living visual art installation complete with body rush vibes. It’s dope, and his new single KF:KONG is dope … you gotta check this out!
