ON PLANETS - STICKS

For the past couple of years Sean Wharton, also known as On Planets, has been carefully concocting his own version of lush atmospheric tracks. Each dazzles in its space and transports the listener to a place of stillness and emotion. His latest single “Sticks” perfectly executes on his elegant yet moody indie electronic style, while demonstrating his growth on his year hiatus. To make matters even more interesting, he tapped on his own father, Calvin Wharton, a University Creative Writing instructor and poet, to bring this track to life. Warm lingering synths dance along a muted drum pattern flattered with mallets, to create the track we know as “Sticks”. As the track builds, On Planets delivers a vocal that cuts through with its silky and sultry nature, that drawls the listener in with its grace. The song rises and falls allowing you to completely immerse and lose yourself, even if just for a couple of minutes. With such a strong return, there is no doubt that On Planets will have much more in store for 2020.

EKCLE - GUIDED LISTENING ADVENTURE 001

UK duo Ekcle is the brainchild of experimental visionaries Harvey Carter and Jack Angel. The twosome embodies the value of wonder through their left-of-center take on dance music. Between syncopated sound design and a righteous disregard to the mainstream, Ekcle is an enigma that need not be solved. Ahead of their first single of 2020 “Pearl Jigsaw,” the tandem put together a guided listening adventure that showcases their off-kilter and charming production style. Despite its various moving pieces, there is something effortless about the offering. A rebellious act against convention, Ekcle are anything but ordinary. Watch this space for the February 6 unveiling of “Pearl Jigsaw.”

DAFT PUNK - DOIN' IT RIGHT (K?D REMIX V2)

It’s been 3 years since k?d burst onto the scene with his legendary remix of Daft Punk’s “Doin’ It Right”. Since then the young producer has toured the world, released numerous singles, and has grown to be a star. Now to close out 2019 k?d has re imagined that classic remix. Instead a future bass banger, he infuses jazz and other smooth elements to kick it off. Don’t worry though as there is a hard hitting drop at the end. Check it out and get ready for k?d’s debut album which is due out next year.

BORGEOUS - NOBODY

At the tail end of 2019, Borgeous delivers a dubbed out slice of club-ready swagger. “Nobody” comes at the heels of his Lights Out EP, this spitfire cut is multi-faceted ripe with the sounds of a 2 AM dance-floor. Its unshakable relentlessness is both wired and infectious. Three minutes speed by as this bass-house rebel manipulates time and space to create musical landscapes that are out-of-this-world. Unfettered and carefully layered, Borgeous is braver and bolder than ever on “Nobody.” Far from reserved, this wicked gem is an audible drug. Listen now.

CHRISTIAN LÖFFLER - VERSAILLES (HOLD)

Smoked out beats and orchestral vocals are the pillars that Christian Löffler’s music stand upon. His latest gift, “VERSAILLES (HOLD)” is the artist and producer’s final release of 2019. Ahead of his LYS album, the German producer bears insight to his expansive knowledge and affinity for indie music. Subtly electronic and dreamy to boot, “VERSAILLES (HOLD)” is a lullaby for a fast-paced world. Echoing chambers of mellow rhythms oscillate a stream of conscious lyricism and vocal tenor. This atmospheric feat from Löffler is an anthem for the reserved and intellectual. Released in parallel to a visually rousing music video that manipulates shadow, light, and intimacy, this sensual cut is not one to miss. Explore the delicate sounds of Christian Löffler and watch this space for the full unveiling of LYS in 2020 complemented by hand-made paintings to coincide with the project itself.

JSTJR - GO STOOPID

It’s a good day for a get down when JSTJR releases a new booty-shakin’ anthem. “Go Stoopid” a collaboration with Rawtek, is the final installment of JSTJR’s Creatures EP out everywhere today. Rooted in syncopated sound design and geometric rhythms the LA-based artist showcases his versatility and innovative dexterity on “Go Stoopid.” Its spitfire melodies are complimented by a riveting bass line which drives the track forward leaving listeners drunk on sound. A thunderous treat overflowing with collaborative imagination, “Go Stoopid” is the perfect introduction to your weekend. Listen today.

IAN MUNRO - MURMUR (MICA REMIX)

Proving to be a full circle tastemaker and curator, Ian Munro follows up his sophomore EP Liminal with a 5-track remix package. Chock-full of vibrantly unique flips, MICA’s take on “Murmur” is a pillar amidst Munro’s hand-selected curtain calls. Manipulating left-of-center sounds with respect to the original, MICA’s remix is an illustrious feat that floats into an industrial-electronic gem. Both calming and intoxicating, each producer can call this unveiling a win. This riveting fusion of sounds is a mere sliver of greatness packed into this experimental-heavy remix EP. Fans of electro-R&B, bass, and indie-electronic can rejoice in this special December offering from Ian Munro.

[PREMIERE] TYSON KRAFT - BEFORE YOU SLEEP

Australian producer Tyson Kraft delivers a slice of smoked out indie-electronic on his latest cut “Before You Sleep.” Steeped a romantic mantra, this dreamy treat evolves with a future-retro feel and plays to the beat of contemporary R&B. After introducing itself as a mellowed-out gem, the track builds listeners up with a speedy snare only to drop into an atmospheric soundscape. “Before You Sleep” was built around a simple guitar riff Kraft assembled on a vintage electric guitar, later synthesized into the flighty version we can float on today. Idyllic lyricism ripples through the amicable swagger of “Before You Sleep,” creating an artistic space that is both innovative and familiar. A welcoming look into Tyson Kraft’s forthcoming album, this well-rounded single deserves the replay.

“You know that feeling when you’re really into someone, and you’re alone at night thinking, wow I wish I could be next to that person right now. Holding them and appreciating every waking moment that you’ve spent with them. That was basically the feeling I wanted to capture in this song.It was especially tricky because this was someone who was my friend, and there was a real and serious question-what would happen if I told this person how I really felt?” -Tyson Kraft

LATE NIGHT RADIO - DRY LAND

Late Night Radio refurbishes antiquated genres into a sound of the future. The Denver-based producer stands at the forefront of electronic-groove. His latest single, “Dry Land” is a gripping maze of geometric soundscapes complimented with moments of funk and hip-hop right on the nose. The first look into his Further Into The Night album, “Dry Land” is a refreshing, intoxicating, and effervescent treat. Infectious hooks and inviting melodies oscillate chopped and screwed production to create a sound that is fluid and evolving. An amalgamation of years of passion and reformative songwriting, Further Into The Night is expected to be a versatile opus that combines a myriad of electronic sub-genres. Get your Late Night Radio fix with “Dry Land” today.