Drumcode’s beloved A-Sides compilation makes a return after a two-year absence, with a mammoth 25-track feast covering every shade of the techno spectrum.
The project was devised in 2012 as a way of showcasing the wealth of strong material Adam Beyer receives each year, which due toDrumcode‘s busy release schedule, might not otherwise find a home on the label. Since then, it’s grown to become an essential fixture on the techno release schedule and a marker for where the genre stands in any given year.
The highlight-rich project includes the debut collaboration between Layton Giordani & HI-LO, a huge 2022 highlight which was released as an advanced streaming single on Friday 18th November and has racked up 130k+ streams within four days of release. There’s also a fantastic single from Juliet Fox ‘Evolution of Thinking‘, a psy-laced head-warper ‘Astronaut‘ from Jay Lumen and ‘Pulsation‘ a dreamy new cut from Julian Jeweil.
A string of debutants make their first appearance on the label including ascendent Argentinean producer Nicolas Taboada, Anna Reusch, Andres Campo, A.D.H.S, LAAT and rising French techno artists Cosmic Boys.
Elsewhere Drumcode crew Tiger Stripes, Wehbba, Veerus, Mark Reeve and Thomas Hoffknecht, among others, lay down a string of heaters.
We’re also treated to Nicole Moudaber‘s first Drumcode contribution in three years with ‘Come To My Beat‘ featuring Romina; the return of BEC, who’s been in impressive form in recent years and on-point contributions from Marco Faraone, Zimmz and Avision, who all make welcome returns to the imprint. One of the most vital contributions comes from Glasgow’s Gary Beck, who last dropped music on DC in 2016. His searing weapon ‘Ship Went Down‘ makes for an exhilarating compilation moment.
Pairing poignant progressive house beats with Marlhy’s soaring vocals, ‘State Of Mind’ is a powerful club track that leaves a lasting impression. It marks the follow-up to ‘Lucid’ and ‘Jiggle Jiggle’, Duke & Jones’ viral smash with Louis Theroux. One of the biggest ever sounds on TikTok, it has amassed over 77 million Spotify streams and counting.
“‘State Of Mind’ is about realising you haven’t been seeing the full person in a relationship,” says Marlhy. “Sometimes it’s hard to see the negative attributes of someone when you fall in love, and this song is about reflecting on that and acknowledging the mistake.”
“‘State of Mind’ was hugely inspired by Marlhy’s vocals,” add Duke & Jones. “The lyrics explore overlooking problems in a past relationship, and nostalgic, progressive house elements complemented that feeling. The drop is the cathartic moment. As the production is stripped back, the song moves from remembering the past to letting it go and moving forward.”
Duke & Jones are quickly establishing themselves as one of the most forward-thinking acts in the industry. Carving a reputation as ‘producer’s producers’ they continue to prove that true talent doesn’t need a record label or huge co-sign to make waves – instead, they let the music speak for itself.
Their unique sound has helped them garner millions of global listeners – including a loyal TikTok following who are hooked to their hilarious autotune videos – and support from some of the biggest artists in the world. Following the mega success of the viral hit ‘Jiggle Jiggle‘, where they collaborated with Louis Theroux, Amelia Dimoldenberg and Jason Derulo, Duke & Jones hit number 49 on the Billboard Emerging Artists Chart. The track also became an emote on Fortnite, and was supported by a plethora of celebrities including Snoop Dogg, Coldplay, Shakira and press alike, such as Lad Bible, LA Times, Newsweek, Sky News and loads more.
A musician, actress, television personality and internet sensation, Marlhy has worked with bands such as The Regrettes, Pretty Little Demons, Zeppos, We’re Not Dudes and Purple Hats and Jetpacks, and is the youngest ever performer at SXSW.
A sizzling collaboration, ‘State Of Mind‘ explores the sweet spot between raw emotion and dance floor energy.
In need of no introduction, Idris Elba juggles a flourishing music career with his status as one of the most sought-after actors on the planet.
Riding the wave of a renewed musical vigor, he follows a string of exciting summer dancefloor releases with an official music video for his slamming house track ‘Body Shots’. The dance-based performance video injects the track with darkly lit club vibes, as Idris brings the party to your screens.
Released earlier in the summer, the track boasts an old-skool inspired bass line, rasping swung hi-hats, eclectic synth stabs and a sultry vocal sample, which results in a thumping house track. Idris explains:
“Body Shots is a record I produced just in time for my summer sets, especially for Ibiza earlier in the year! The track is just pure vibes, we just shot a wicked video infused with celebration of lights and movement to display the real essence of the tune. The visual reminds me old school MTV vibes.”
This follows previous single ‘Biggest’, which was used by Apple to launch the new iPhone 14. Also, this summer saw Idris play out a residency at David Guetta‘s night at Hi Ibiza, as well a monster collab with The FaNaTiX on the global hit ‘Vroom‘ – on which Idris featured alongside Lil Tjay, Davido and Koffee.
His 7Wallace imprint continues to provide a platform for established talent, having released music from Che Lingo, Q-Tip, Cypress Hill, Little Simz, Toddla T and Chip. One of the label’s recent releases, the Afro-pop jam ‘Ashobi’, saw Idris collaborate with Sierra Leone’s biggest contemporary artist Drizilik. This recent flurry of music releases showcases Elba’s ability to cross genres in his unique way, always with a focus on the dancefloor whilst embracing his West African roots.
With ‘Body Shots’ Idris Elba continues to demonstrate a vastly impressive versatility and musical range.
Multi-talented DJ and producer, Gary Beck has featured on some of Techno’s leading imprints, including Drumcode, Cocoon, and Saved as well as his own BEK Audio imprint, a label which has hosted the likes of Floorplan, Mark Broom, Slam, DJ Rush, and many more.
Now arriving on Patrick Topping’s Trick, the techno-titan drops two party-starting tracks this November.
Gary Beck – I Like It
Here’s what Gary Beck had to say about the release:
“I have been following the Trick label for some time, and I really enjoy the variety of music that’s being released. It’s fun party tunes with character and identity, which I love. I decided to work on a couple of tunes that might fit, the first one being ‘I Like It’. It has all the elements of a good old rave tune, and it’s been working amazing in every set.”
In line with today’s release of her anticipated sophomore album Black Girl Magic, Honey Dijon delivers the official music video for one of the album tracks ‘It’s Quiet Now’ featuring Dope Earth Alien.
Directed by LA-based vocalist, songwriter and visual artist Cor.ece and featuring Clare Richè and Brandon Lucas as the leading roles, this striking video continues to demonstrate Honey’s impact as a multi-disciplinary artist across the Black Girl Magic project.
With the intention of demonstrating the experiences of trans women, Honey and Cor.ece’s vision explores the intimate and emotional moments of the protagonist’s life, including the challenges she faces in her relationship. Wanting to create a captivating story, Cor.ece describes the project:
“What was most important for me about directing ‘It’s Quiet Now’ was making sure I told a story that was not only revealing and raw but also empowering for the protagonist at the centre. We get to witness peace that is earned–and fought for. I don’t think we can see enough depictions of real self-love…
‘It’s Quiet Now’ is already one of those special tracks that is not only seductive for the dancefloor, but it tells a story. Honey and I wanted to bring this story to life. In three minutes, we get a full arc from pain to romance to true liberation.”
Coming in line with the release of Honey’s new album, across 15 tracks of attitude, energy, heart, and community, Honey demonstrates a broad range of disciplines and influences on Black Girl Magic. Enlisting A-List collaborators such as Channel Tres, EVE, Pabllo Vittar, Josh Caffe, Mike Dunn, and more for an unmissable, boundary-pushing LP, Honey continues to elevate what it means to be an electronic artist in 2022 with this striking album.
Following a two-year hiatus, Costa Rica’s premier electronic music festival The BPM Festival: Costa Rica will make its long-awaited return to the coast of Tamarindo for its sophomore edition.
Taking place from January 25th to 29th, 2023, the five-day celebration will showcase a wide range of sets and performances from its extensive lineup of house and techno champions.
Phase 1 reflects some of the best talent currently leading the global underground dance music spaces, including Audiofly, Bedouin, Carl Craig, Danny Tenaglia, Gioli & Assia, Hernán Cattaneo, Loco Dice, Rafa Barrios, Sharam, Stacey Pullen, Technasia, Vintage Culture, and many more. Marking its first edition since 2020, The BPM Festival 2023 is pulling out all the stops to ensure they deliver an unforgettable post-pandemic experience. 5-day festival passes are available for purchase now.
Welcoming back artists, industry professionals, and longtime dance music fans alike, The BPM Festival looks forward to reconnecting with those who have shaped the brand into what it is today back to its new home base of Tamarindo, kicking off the new year in paradise.
The BPM Festival Costa Rica
Bringing the magic back to Costa Rica, 40+ artists have been announced to join the BPM family in their monumental return, spanning across several stages in an illustrious open-air setting. Notable acts in Phase 1 include BPM Festival staples Audiofly, powerful indie techno-pop duo Giolî & Assia, festival fan favorites Danny Tenaglia, Hernán Cattaneo and Neverdogs, Bandidos Music boss Rafa Barrios, Grammy-award winning DJ Sharam, and Detroit techno titans Carl Craig and Stacey Pullen. The festival will also host a myriad of BPM Costa Rica firsts, including performances from Brooklyn-based DJ duo Bedouin, deep tech maestro East End Dubs, and Brazilian powerhouse Vintage Culture, amongst others.
With more names still to be announced, fans can look forward to dancing to the colorful beats of Bastidas, Carloh, Carlo Lio, Cortes, DJ Holographic, DJ Minx, Gaetano Parisio, Jesse Calosso, Loco Dice, Malóne, Mason Collective, Ms. Mada, Rony Seikaly, Sounds of Rituals, Technasia, William Djoko, Yaya, and many more.
Despite the inadvertent cancellation of The BPM Festival in 2022, the BPM team has worked tirelessly to take their renowned event concept to new horizons and expand their BPM familia. In March, The BPM Festival landed in Miami for the debut of their Miami Music Week offshoot. The two-day open-air experience boasted thrilling performances from 30+ artists, including Art Department, John Digweed, Victor Calderone, Jesse Calosso, Neverdogs, Deep Dish (Dubfire + Sharam), and more.
The brand also expanded into Toronto for the first-ever special Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) edition of BPM Canada in September, which took over some of the city’s most prestigious electronic music venues and hosted the likes of Carlo Lio, Dubfire, Maher Daniel, Nathan Barato, and Sydney Blu, amongst others.
The BPM Festival has partnered with TULU Travel, offering 4 and 7-night full-service accommodation packages at several hotels situated within the heart of Tamarindo. Sold separately from festival passes, travelers can choose between the iconic Hotel Diria, the adults-only Jardin Del Eden, the chic Wyndham, and the Cala Luna; one of the only hotels in Guanacaste that remains green throughout the year.
Ranging from $680 to $1655 per person, select packages include roundtrip airport transfers, daily breakfast buffets, yoga classes, and more. Located just steps away from breathtaking white sand beaches and within walking distance of several bars, restaurants, shops, and more, limited packages remain available for reservation at bpmtulu.com.
For those looking to attend the sophomore edition of the renowned BPM Festival: Costa Rica, 5-day passes are available for purchase now HERE!
Global phenom Oliver Heldens returns under his HI-LO alias, this time joining sonic forces with Drumcode mainstay Layton Giordani for the turbulent techno heater, “Rabbit Hole.”
Moody, visceral, and downright ferocious, the new release checks all of the boxes for an 11th hour track of the year contender, blending futuristic melodies with a dangerously searing bassline. Primed for everything from the world’s biggest festival mainstages to the deepest, darkest underground clubs, the new single from HI-LO and Layton Giordani lands on the iconic Drumcode Records on November 18th.
It’s been 7 years since Oliver Heldens launched his HI-LO alias, but recent times have seen the underground moniker truly come into its own.
From the impressive release schedule spread across a who’s who of tastemaking techno labels, including but not limited to Reinier Zonneveld‘s Filth on Acid and of course Drumcode Records to massive remixes for Nina Kraviz “Skyscrapers” and the daunting “Restore My Soul (Remix)” for Adam Beyer and DJ Rush, HI-LO has been putting in the work necessary to climb the ranks of the prestigious modern techno scene.
Embarking down the “Rabbit Hole” with HI-LO is none other than Layton Giordani, who has equally staked his claim as one of the most head turning producers in the game today.
A producer who can simply do no wrong, Layton Giordani found his bread and butter with hard-hitting beats and unrelenting synthwork, making him the perfect dance partner on the pairs new single. With early support from across the dance spectrum, including spins from Tale of Us, Kevin de Vries, and Adam Beyer, “Rabbit Hole” is quickly positioning itself as the premiere tour de force techno treat to close the year.
With exactly one month to go until its first in-person event since 2019, Asia’s leading electronic music festival, Djakarta Warehouse Project, now announces the full artist lineup for its eagerly awaited thirteenth edition.
Following an impressive Phase One lineup announcement earlier this year – which confirmed the likes of Armin Van Buuren, DJ Snake, Hardwell, Illenium, Madeon (LIVE), Martin Garrix, Yellow Claw and ZEDD – Djakarta Warehouse Project now lifts the lid on one of its biggest complete lineups to date, as it prepares to welcome a diverse selection of top tier talent from across the electronic music spectrum to Indonesia’s capital this December.
Kicking off proceedings at the JIExpo Kemayoran, Jakarta on Friday, December 9, will be an incredible host of international headliners including (in alphabetical order) AndrewRayel, Anfisa Letyago, DJ Snake, Gareth Emery, Hardwell, Nervo and Shiba San. Saturday, December 10, sees the introduction of Armin Van Buuren, Cedric Gervais, Illenium, Lost Frequencies, Slushii and Whethan, as well as a special Barong Family stage debut, hosted by Amsterdam based duo and label bosses Yellow Claw.
Last but by no means least, and closing the festival on Sunday, December 1, will be headline artists Acraze, Madeon (Live), Martin Garrix, Regard, Yellow Claw and ZEDD.
Djakarta Warehouse Project 2022 lineup
Accompanying these international headline acts across the weekend will be a whole host ofcelebrated Asian artists, including BEAUZ, B Jones, Chace, CYBERJAPAN, Devarra, DiphaBarus, Mandy, Weird Genius, WinkyWiryawan & W.W, to name just a few.
Speaking about the upcoming event, Ismaya Live Co-Founder and Creative Director Christian Rijanto commented:
“We’re so excited to finally be delivering our first in-person event since 2019. It’s been a difficult few years, but DWP is here to show the world that Indonesia is ready to welcome everyone back to our beautiful nation through our love of music”.
Produced by Ismaya Live – the live events division of lifestyle company Ismaya Group – Djakarta Warehouse Project (DWP) is one of the biggest dance and electronic music festivals in Asia. This year’s edition marks Djakarta Warehouse Project’s first in-person festival since 2019, and its thirteenth overall. The festival first began in 2010 as a rebrand of Blowfish Warehouse Project, an event by Jakarta nightclub Blowfish, and featured a lineup including Ferry Corsten, Kaskade, and Marco V.
In 2020, the festival shifted to a virtual arrangement due to gathering restrictions in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, and featured Martin Garrix, Armin Van Buuren, Yellow Claw and Vini Vici. It was followed by the second iteration of Djakarta Warehouse Project Virtual in 2021, which featured Andrew Rayel, Lost Frequencies, and Asian DJs such as Bali’s DiphaBarus and Jakarta’s Weird Genius.
Djakarta Warehouse Project 2022 takes place from December 9-11 at JIExpoKemayoran, North Jakarta, Indonesia.
It’s time to embark on a musical journey through time… The world’s best electronic dance music festival, Tomorrowland is releasing a deluxe Vinyl Collectors Box, bringing together a selection of the most legendary anthems from 2005 until 2019 – 15 exclusive LPs hosting 90 of the most iconic tracks in dance music history by Afrojack, Alan Walker, Alesso, Armin van Buuren, Avicii, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Eric Prydz, Kölsch, Laidback Luke, Lost Frequencies, Martin Garrix, Paul Kalkbrenner, Swedish House Mafia, The Chainsmokers, Tiësto and many more.
This limited-edition vinyl boxset is a true collector’s item – only 500 numbered copies were made worldwide, a must-have for any vinyl collector!
Tomorrowland vinyl box
People who want to get their hands on one of the marvelous boxes in a unique packaging with stylish embossing need to be quick – the Tomorrowland Vinyl Collectors Box is now available worldwide for €300, exclusively here!
Avi Sic is here with yet another hard-hitting banger. This time, the gifted DJ and music producer presents her own take on Taylor Swift’s ‘Anti-Hero’ from her latest album ’Midnights’.
Avi Sic’s drive and success shows no signs of stopping, showcasing her unique style that mixes a wide range of genres like House, Tech House, Bass House, G House, Hip Hop, and Pop, just to name a few, has as a result highly energetic and powerful tracks that conquer listeners and dance floors worldwide.
While she keeps busy between her long list of scheduled live shows, her impressive mixes for her weekly radio show ‘Late Checkout’ and her time in the studio working on new music, she introduces this new remix ready to hit parties everywhere.
Avi Sic’s House version of ‘Anti-Hero’ keeps the bubbly and pop feel of the original version, evident in the main synth line, while introducing a groovy beat, and a robust and powerful bass line to kick start the remix. Intense risers give way for a hard-hitting drop with growling synths and a darker, more nostalgic sound that nonetheless keeps the party going, as it puts Taylor Swift’s highly distinctive vocals in the center stage.
Later, playful vocal processing adds dynamic to the track, as it reaches its end and drops once more to add pads and glitchy sonic elements that keep the energy up.
The uplifting and energizing vibe of this remix surely revamps the original, giving it an impressive twist, as it integrates Tech House and Bass House elements, with the style and sound of the one and only Avi Sic.
This new remix showcases once more the prowess and talent of Avi Sic, and proves once more, why her name belongs high on the list of artists to follow.
Make sure to follow Avi Sic as her powerful releases and energetic style keeps surprising audiences time and time again.
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