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BOTSWANA-BORN DJ Fresh, real name Thato Sikwane, is one of South Africa’s most-sought after mix masters. He is credited with pioneering the house music scourge which is engulfing Southern Africa.

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Khruangbin Share New Song 'PON PÓN' Photo Khruangbin Share New Song 'PON PÓN'
by Michael Major - March 19, 2024

Explore the latest release from Khruangbin, the new song PON PÓN. This track is a part of their upcoming album 'A LA SALA.' Get a sneak peek of their fresh sound. “Pon Pón” holds the band's table at the West African discotheque; yet the joy now moves to the corner left of the dancefloor, where the b...

Club Angel Releases Second EP 'Soundbwoy's Destiny' Photo Club Angel Releases Second EP 'Soundbwoy's Destiny'
by Michael Major - March 14, 2024

Explore the latest EP, Soundbwoy’s Destiny, from Club Angel. Released through Astral People Recordings, this second EP offers a fresh wave of music from the popular artist. DJ Club Angel comes to claim the crown with the release of his second studio EP Soundbwoy's Destiny. Watch the 'Informer' music...

Alice Ivy Shares New Single 'Popstar (Feat. Låpsley)' Photo Alice Ivy Shares New Single 'Popstar (Feat. Låpsley)'
by Michael Major - March 08, 2024

Discover ALICE IVY's latest single 'Popstar (Feat. Låpsley)' from her forthcoming LP 'Do What Makes You Happy'. Experience the fresh sound via Helix Records. Alice Ivy and Låpsley prove their versatility in spades - reminiscent of Alice Ivy's co-write and production work on Mallrat's knockout single...

Nigerian Afro-Fusion Star Omah Lay Shares 'Holy Ghost (Martin Solveig Remix)' Photo Nigerian Afro-Fusion Star Omah Lay Shares 'Holy Ghost (Martin Solveig Remix)'
by Michael Major - March 08, 2024

Nigerian Afro-fusion sensation Omah Lay collaborates with Martin Solveig to release a remix of his hit song, 'Holy Ghost'. Discover the fresh sound from this exciting musical partnership. It notably marks Omah's first collaboration with the multiplatinum French producer, DJ, and artist. ...

Rock The Bells Cruise Announces First Wave Of Artists Including Jadakiss & More Photo Rock The Bells Cruise Announces First Wave Of Artists Including Jadakiss & More
by Michael Major - March 05, 2024

The initial wave of artists includes Jadakiss, E-40, Rakim, Talib Kweli, Digable Planets, and AZ, along with a cast of DJs that set the tone for the inaugural cruise, including DJ Jazzy Jeff, Kid Capri, Mannie Fresh, and Rock The Bells Radio's own The Finisher Mister Cee, DJ Scratch, and DJ Epps. Ro...

Chopstars Release 'ChoppedNotSlopped' Country Project With 'Hellhound' Photo Chopstars Release 'ChoppedNotSlopped' Country Project With 'Hellhound'
by Michael Major - March 04, 2024

ChoppedNotSlopped legends OGRONC and DJ Candlestick step into the Country music arena alongside Houstonian star and ‘anti-country' country singer/songwriter, Lou Ridley. Together, they bring their signature Chopstar touch to Ridley's latest EP, Hellhound, marking a collaboration in the genre as thei...

Only Fire Shares New Single From New EP Photo Only Fire Shares New Single From New EP
by Michael Major - March 01, 2024

Explore the latest single 'Blowjob Queen' by Only Fire, a Berlin-based techno producer. Fresh off of his first-ever US tour, including a sold-out headline set in Boston at The Sinclair, Only Fire will return to make a highly anticipated live appearance at New York's beloved Knockdown Center on March...

Sea You Beach Republic Reveals Full Line Up Photo Sea You Beach Republic Reveals Full Line Up
by Michael Major - February 20, 2024

The lineup will feature the likes of Bors Brejcha, Fisher, Nora En Pure, Sven Väth, Vintage Culture, Boys Noize, Adam Beyer, Dom Dolla, Hugel, Kobosil b2b Clara Cuve, I Hate Models, Len Faki, Lilly Palmer, Pan-Pot, Reinier Zonneveld (Live), 999999999, Charlie Sparks b2b Parfait, Dax J, Rodriguez Jr....

Aluna Shares Euphoric MAFRO Remix Of Route 94 Collab 'Underwater' Photo Aluna Shares Euphoric MAFRO Remix Of Route 94 Collab 'Underwater'
by Michael Major - February 19, 2024

Eclectic electronic artist MAFRO shows off his craft with this uptempo take on ‘Underwater', shrouding Aluna's distorted vocal in waves of synth. The original, produced by dubstep legend Route 94 and a highlight from Aluna's acclaimed sophomore album MYCELiUM last year, sees melodies float in a sea ...

Shaé Universe Unveils 'Love's Letter' Photo Shaé Universe Unveils 'Love's Letter'
by Michael Major - February 14, 2024

A release steeped in R&B nostalgia, the 10-track project explores what it would mean for love to send you a letter for every phase of life. Collaborating with producers from both sides of the Atlantic, Love's Letter combines Shaé's once-in-a-lifetime raw vocal talent with sultry guitar melodies, old...

Mishaal Tamer Returns to Share New EP 'THE HEART' Photo Mishaal Tamer Returns to Share New EP 'THE HEART'
by Michael Major - February 14, 2024

Across its five tracks, not a single moment feels wasted, be it the first single ‘PAINFUL PARADISE' or the soft-pop flex of the excellent ‘SAD BABY'. ‘MAMA DON'T GO' is a powerfully emotive moment led stunningly by an acoustic guitar intro, punctuated by a stadium ready crescendo as the verses are i...

Arsun Shares 'Babe I Hear Thunder In Your Heart' Single Photo Arsun Shares 'Babe I Hear Thunder In Your Heart' Single
by Michael Major - January 31, 2024

To celebrate, Arsun is hosting a single and video release party on February 9 at New York's Nublu Classic in the East Village. Free for all, the show will feature a performance by Arsun and DJ sets by DJ Gemspa, Kasper, Ben Arauz, and Zata & Rick, as well as a screening of the video. Ersahin will al...

Miley Cyrus, Lorde & More Join A24's Talking Heads 'Stop Making Sense' Tribute Album Photo Miley Cyrus, Lorde & More Join A24's Talking Heads 'Stop Making Sense' Tribute Album
by Michael Major - January 31, 2024

Everyone's Getting Involved boasts the illustrious talents of, in alphabetical order: BADBADNOTGOOD, Blondshell, The Cavemen., Chicano Batman Feat. Money Mark, DJ Tunez, El Mató a un Policía Motorizado, girl in red, Jean Dawson, Kevin Abstract, The Linda Lindas, Lorde, Miley Cyrus, Paramore, The Nat...

Long-Lost 80's Techno-Pop Band Vivabeat Remastered Reissues Confirmed For March From Photo Long-Lost 80's Techno-Pop Band Vivabeat Remastered Reissues Confirmed For March From Rubellan Remasters
by Michael Major - January 30, 2024

Rubellan is releasing two separate projects simultaneously — a dramatically elevated edition of Vivabeat's debut album, Party in the War Zone, including ten bonus tracks gleaned from the years after the original release, and The House is Burning, a limited edition, purple and blue colored-vinyl, bes...

East Forest Releases Deluxe Edition Of 'Music For The Deck Of The Titanic' Photo East Forest Releases Deluxe Edition Of 'Music For The Deck Of The Titanic'
by Michael Major - January 19, 2024

East Forest — the trailblazing DIY artist who has worked with Jon Hopkins and DJ Anna to Laraaji and pioneer Ram Dass —releases his deluxe edition of 2023 LP Music For The Deck Of The Titanic on Bright Antenna Records, featuring four all new tracks: “Drowse”, “Follow Me” (featuring Senegalese-Americ...

UNIIQU3 Shares 'Price Going Up' With Black Caviar & Announces Tour Dates With Tinashe Photo UNIIQU3 Shares 'Price Going Up' With Black Caviar & Announces Tour Dates With Tinashe
by Michael Major - January 19, 2024

UNIIQU3 shares her latest single “Price Going Up,” a collaboration with DJ duo Black Caviar. Bombastic and dynamic, “Price Going Up” is an energetic dance-pop track laced with influences of hip-hop and EDM. “Price Going Up” is the first single off of UNIIQU3's upcoming EP with Black Caviar, Ramen No...

The Chemical Brothers Release New Chris Lake Remix of 'No Reason' Photo The Chemical Brothers Release New Chris Lake Remix of 'No Reason'
by Michael Major - January 12, 2024

The Chemical Brothers release a new Chris Lake remix of their track 'No Reason'. Chris Lake adds his signature touch, combining energetic beats and intricate rhythms while maintaining the essence of the original. The remix is part of The Chemical Brothers' tenth studio album, 'For That Beautiful Fee...

Kleøpatra Retires Dubstep Alias & Mints New House Moniker 'Alexis Nikki' Photo Kleøpatra Retires Dubstep Alias & Mints New House Moniker 'Alexis Nikki'
by Michael Major - January 11, 2024

Crafted with a profound sense of artistry, “One More Time” is a heartfelt odyssey, taking listeners on a journey through the heartache and nostalgia of post-breakup longing. Standing out as a masterpiece of storytelling, every beat and lyric is meticulously woven to capture the essence of lost love ...

UK R&B Queen Shaé Universe Announces New Project 'Love's Letter' Photo UK R&B Queen Shaé Universe Announces New Project 'Love's Letter'
by Michael Major - January 10, 2024

A release steeped in R&B nostalgia, this timeless 10 track project explores what it would mean for love to send you a letter for every phase of life. Collaborating with producers from both sides of the Atlantic, the project combines Shaé's once-in-a-lifetime raw vocal talent with sultry guitar melod...

The Children's Hour Announce First Album In 20 Years; 'Going Home' Set For February R Photo The Children's Hour Announce First Album In 20 Years; 'Going Home' Set For February Release
by Michael Major - January 05, 2024

Gathering in the studio of Paul Oldham, they would lay down an album's worth of material they had been refining on the road, recording over the course of a single day. They each went their separate ways, unsure of when they would reconvene again to share the new record. As it turned out, that future...

Teejay & French Montana Drop 'Drift (Remix)' Photo Teejay & French Montana Drop 'Drift (Remix)'
by Michael Major - December 21, 2023

Moroccan-born, Bronx-bred, Grammy-winning rapper French Montana blesses the track with a fresh, flavorful verse. In an accompanying video (directed by Jedi Productions and shot in NYC), the two artists run the streets of Times Square in Manhattan and French's stomping grounds of Mott Haven in the Br...

Riot Ten Drops 'Supercharged' With Bok Nero And RZRKT Photo Riot Ten Drops 'Supercharged' With Bok Nero And RZRKT
by Michael Major - December 18, 2023

In a thrilling build-up to his highly anticipated EP coming this January, Riot Ten joins forces with bass up-and-comer RZRKT and fellow seasoned Dim Mak veteran Bok Nero, to drop their explosive track 'Supercharged'. “Supercharged' follows on the heels of “Squad Anthem” and “Tekno Music.”...

Teejay & Davido Release 'Drift (Remix)' Photo Teejay & Davido Release 'Drift (Remix)'
by Michael Major - December 15, 2023

Teejay, one of Jamaica's most versatile and talked-about dancehall artists, unites with Nigerian Grammy-nominated superstar Davido for an official remix of his explosive dance-inspired anthem “Drift.”  The Panda-produced remix arrives with a music video shot in Lagos, Nigeria and is from the Montego...

Äyanna Rings In The Holiday Season With 'Christmas All Year' Photo Äyanna Rings In The Holiday Season With 'Christmas All Year'
by Michael Major - December 08, 2023

Inspired by R&B legends like Mariah Carey and Destiny's Child's Christmas offerings, this festive bop showcases Äyanna's inimitable vocal range and pop girlie sensibilities with a sprinkling of Christmas cheer. The single arrives with a sparkling, festive video directed by Jodeci Zimmerman of Äyanna...

Taking Back Sunday Announces 2024 North American Headline Tour Photo Taking Back Sunday Announces 2024 North American Headline Tour
by Michael Major - December 05, 2023

Beloved rock band Taking Back Sunday has announced dates for their spring/summer 2024 North American headline tour celebrating their latest record 152. The two-part run, featuring support from Citizen, is set to take place May 19th through August 17th with stops in Dallas, Portland, Cleveland, Orlan...











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