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Can Beatport’s New Trance Section Draw Fans to the Genre’s Underground Side?
No ResultView All ResultNo ResultView All ResultA broad swath of the dance music world associates trance with the commercial end of the spectrum. The very word evokes images of festival crowds with their hands in the air, singing in unison to vocal anthems as saccharine synth melodies soar overhead.But trance’s roots do lie in the underground. It evolved from techno — and though markedly melodic, its first incarnation preserved the fearless futurism of its parent genre. This seminal trance sound still commands a diehard global following, with innovators like John 00 Fleming and Solarstone...…No ResultView All ResultNo ResultView All ResultA broad swath of the dance music world associates trance with the commercial end of the spectrum. The very word evokes images of festival crowds with their hands in the air, singing in unison to vocal anthems as saccharine synth melodies soar overhead.But trance’s roots do lie in the underground. It evolved from techno — and though markedly melodic, its first incarnation preserved the fearless futurism of its parent genre. This seminal trance sound still commands a diehard global following, with innovators like John 00 Fleming and Solarstone...WW…
Embracing the Sights and Sounds of CRSSD Festival Fall [Review]
No ResultView All ResultNo ResultView All ResultCourtesy of CRSSD Festival // Keiki Lani-Knudsen - @imkeikiFNGRS CRSSD surely knows how to throw a party. Whether you’re at events like DAY MVS XL or PROPER NYE/NYD, among others, you’re bound to have a solid time. CRSSD Festival is no exception. With spring and fall editions and tickets consistently selling out in record time, the festival has become a haven to which house and techno fans have eagerly returned every time since its inception in 2015.This year’s edition of CRSSD Festival Fall was one of the best ones yet as it graced Waterfront...…No ResultView All ResultNo ResultView All ResultCourtesy of CRSSD Festival // Keiki Lani-Knudsen - @imkeikiFNGRS CRSSD surely knows how to throw a party. Whether you’re at events like DAY MVS XL or PROPER NYE/NYD, among others, you’re bound to have a solid time. CRSSD Festival is no exception. With spring and fall editions and tickets consistently selling out in record time, the festival has become a haven to which house and techno fans have eagerly returned every time since its inception in 2015.This year’s edition of CRSSD Festival Fall was one of the best ones yet as it graced Waterfront...WW…
EMBRZ Opens Up About the Emotional Depth of 'In Our Own Way'
No ResultView All ResultNo ResultView All ResultPhoto Credit: Ashton JoeIn the ever-changing landscape of electronic dance music, few artists manage to capture both the heart and the imagination. Jack Casey, who goes by the moniker EMBRZ, has proven that electronic music can be a soul-stirring and profoundly moving experience. His music invites listeners to explore a world of emotion and beauty while filling their ears with euphoric melodies and dreamy soundscapes. When he began writing music in his teens, nothing could’ve prepared him for how his career would take off only a few years...…No ResultView All ResultNo ResultView All ResultPhoto Credit: Ashton JoeIn the ever-changing landscape of electronic dance music, few artists manage to capture both the heart and the imagination. Jack Casey, who goes by the moniker EMBRZ, has proven that electronic music can be a soul-stirring and profoundly moving experience. His music invites listeners to explore a world of emotion and beauty while filling their ears with euphoric melodies and dreamy soundscapes. When he began writing music in his teens, nothing could’ve prepared him for how his career would take off only a few years...WW…
Five Hot, New House and Techno Tracks
No ResultView All ResultNo ResultView All ResultAs September came and went, so too did the summer. With it, the most lively part of the festival season drew to a close. House and techno’s heaviest hitters never stop bringing the heat, however.Lineup drops from the likes of BPM Festival, Amnesia Ibiza, and Djakarta Warehouse Project weren’t all that caught the attention of fixed beat enthusiasts this past week. The music itself also called for celebration, from longtime dance music veterans like Bushwacka to new school artists like Spencer Brown and John Summit, a who’s who of the house and...…No ResultView All ResultNo ResultView All ResultAs September came and went, so too did the summer. With it, the most lively part of the festival season drew to a close. House and techno’s heaviest hitters never stop bringing the heat, however.Lineup drops from the likes of BPM Festival, Amnesia Ibiza, and Djakarta Warehouse Project weren’t all that caught the attention of fixed beat enthusiasts this past week. The music itself also called for celebration, from longtime dance music veterans like Bushwacka to new school artists like Spencer Brown and John Summit, a who’s who of the house and...WW…
Chris Lake and FISHER's Under Construction LA Is Taking Over Hollywood Blvd
No ResultView All ResultNo ResultView All ResultChris Lake and FISHER are a duo made in house heaven and have continued to bring the heat with each passing year. On one side, Chris Lake has become renowned for his lengthy discography that spans two decades, his deep curation on Black Book Records, and countless stunning performances at festivals and clubs, among other accolades. Meanwhile, FISHER has captivated crowds worldwide with his infectious tunes, founded Catch & Release, and delivered energetic performances that will leave you dancing the entire time.Magic is made when the two...…No ResultView All ResultNo ResultView All ResultChris Lake and FISHER are a duo made in house heaven and have continued to bring the heat with each passing year. On one side, Chris Lake has become renowned for his lengthy discography that spans two decades, his deep curation on Black Book Records, and countless stunning performances at festivals and clubs, among other accolades. Meanwhile, FISHER has captivated crowds worldwide with his infectious tunes, founded Catch & Release, and delivered energetic performances that will leave you dancing the entire time.Magic is made when the two...WW…
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