Electronic music icon, A-Trak, impresses per usual with his latest release “Believe” featuring Quavo and Lil Yachty. A-Trak capitalizes on the latest trends in music recruiting two of the more recently notable hip-hop artists in the game. Lil Yachty has developed a major following for his hysterical personality and his absurd music videos such as “Minnesota” and “Broccoli”. Quavo has seen exponential growth after creating Migos and since has collaborated with the likes of Major Lazer and DJ Khaled. The three artist have come together to create “Believe” which captures each of their unique styles perfectly.

The production from A-Trak shows his versatility being able to work with any sound and contribute his subtle creative touch. The verses from both Lil Yachty and Quavo are exactly what you’d hope and they complement each other extremely well. “Believe” is an incredibly catchy song that anyone can find themselves dancing to… A perfect summer song. Enjoy!

A-Trak - Believe feat. Quavo & Lil Yachty | iTunes | Spotify

Tyler, The Creator's much-anticipated new album Flower Boy is here! Leading up to the project, Tyler was 3/3 on the outstanding singles he previously released: "Who Dat Boy (feat. A$AP Rocky)," "911/Mr. Lonely (feat. Frank Ocean & Anna of the North)," and "Boredom."

Tyler, The Creator's fourth studio album, Flower Boy, continues the summer vibes brought from the singles and creates an immediately enjoyable project. The final product is an impressive album from the 26-year-old artist and among some of the best music he's ever made. It takes the melodic parts out his last album Cherry Bomb and combines them with the clever lyrics, rhyming schemes, and imagery he is known for.  

In addition to the featured artists on the singles, the album features Lil Wayne, Kali Uchis, Jaden Smith, Estelle, and more. Through all the additions, Tyler still stands at the forefront of the album and carries it from start to end. The seventh track "Garden Shed" uses a metaphor for being in the closet and fans have speculated this song is him coming out, backed up by other lyrics on the album referencing this. Regardless of if this album acts as a personal statement or a collection of songs for fans to relate to, this is one we'll be listening to all year. Enjoy! 

Tyler, The Creator - Flower Boy | iTunes

Swedish group Ember Island has created a formidable presence with their covers of songs throughout genres, from Jack Ü’s “Where Are Ü Now” (remixed by Flaxo) to Radiohead’s “Creep.” With effortless vocal chops and gentle, clean production, the trio has cultivated a spiritual sound that’s nearly impossible to emulate. Today the group has gifted us with yet another impressive cover, this time their smooth take on Rihanna’s 2007 hit “Umbrella.”

With this cover Ember Island has turned a conventional pop track on its head, giving it an infectious, tender new sound. The track has a delicate production that utilizes subtle percussion, guitar riffs and atmospheric synth builds. This coupled with the moving vocals creates a heavenly overall vibe. The music video for the track drives this feel home with a muted color scheme and scenes of each band member performing. Check out the song and video below. Enjoy!

Ember Island - Umbrella | Soundcloud | Free Download

 GRiZMAS in JULY 2017

 RZA - SAVOR.WAVS (GRiZ Remix)

Also be sure to check out his GRiZMAS in JULY event this year:

Parisian multi-instrumentalist FKJ is undoubtedly one of the most talented musicians in the game. He’s had quite the busy summer, recently sharing two live videos – one of him performing his track “Die With A Smile” with the backdrop of an aquarium and the other, his more recent live collaboration with Masego, “Tadow." Tie these in with his debut album “French Kiwi Juice,” and FKJ has already taken the world by storm in the first half of 2017.

Now FKJ has joined forces with fellow musicians Wayne Snow, Darius, and Crayon to form a full band called The Nightbirds, which he says performs “improvised music.” Their first session is out today via Roche Musique, consisting of three songs: “Midnight Run,” “Gonna Be Alright,” and “Goodbye.” The first track transitions seamlessly into the next, with all three maintaining a chill and trippy downtempo vibe. Stream below:

Moreover, FKJ recently curated a “Mini Mixtape” for BBC Radio, in which he discusses his musical background and influences. He shows us some of his favorites, including music from Mild High Club and Aretha Franklin, and he makes sure to throw in a couple of his own tracks too. It’s evident that FKJ is a Jack-of-all-trades, and his talents shine in his latest material. We can be sure that he won’t be slowing down anytime soon. For now, check out his mini-mix below and enjoy! 

Brasstracks have been a favorite here at TSIS for quite some time – so much so that we had the honor of hosting them at our TSIS Beach Stage at Okeechobee Music & Art Festival earlier this year; you can watch a recap of that here. Since then, Brasstracks have continued to be busy, releasing their cover of Lil Uzi Vert’s “XO TOUR Llif3” less than two weeks ago. Now they’re back again with a huge single called “Fever.”

“Fever” showcases Brasstracks’ funky style with both chill brass progressions and high-energy breakdowns. Hip-hop-style drums cut through the soulful instrumentals, which continue to build with subtle claps and hi-hats. The track breaks down with a barrage of horns that form deep undertones as well as bright, lead melodies, with an organ and distorted vocals tying it all together. “Fever” will have you grooving away the rest of the summer without a care in the world. Listen below and enjoy!

Brasstracks - Fever

20-year-old future bass producer Zach Burgett, aka Prismo, has proven to be a force to be reckoned with in the electronic music scene. On top of his quality production and intricate songwriting, he also sings on the majority of his tracks. Today we have the pleasure of premiering his latest release “Smile,” which stays true to his unique sound.

“Smile” begins with Burgett’s soulful vocals overlaying deep, atmospheric piano. The energy quickly builds before he breaks things down with echoed, sputtering chords and reverberating plucks. Prismo drops the track once more with higher energy, bringing in double time drums as his vocals continue in the distance.

Prismo had this to say about the tune:

"Smile is about being a source of comfort for your loved ones. "Smile, you're with me now" --- you don't have anything to worry about! I wanted this song to show off the bones of the vocal and music production while staying loud and groovy. I'm continuously feeling more confident with my vocal presence in my music and I'm so excited to showcase that with this new song!"

 

“Smile” makes for a perfect addition to Prismo’s collection of quality bass music. Grab it now via Lowly Palace, listen below, and enjoy!

Prismo - Smile | Free Download | iTunes | Spotify

Although you may not have heard of Poo Bear, AKA Jason Boyd (yet), chances are you’ve definitely heard some of his impressive work in action. The songwriter and producer has consistently worked with some of the biggest names in pop today, most notably teaming up with Justin Bieber to co-write various hits such as "Where Are Ü Now.” Today the artist announced via Twitter that he's teamed up with none other than Skrillex for an exciting new single. Titled “Would You Ever,” the release is set to drop this Wednesday. 

Skrillex has had a stacked 2017 so far, dropping one of the biggest collaborations of the year, “Chicken Soup,” with Habstrakt and gearing up for a Dog Blood reunion at Hard Summer in August. We can’t wait to see what these two have in store for this collab. Until then, you can learn a little more about Poo Bear through this hourlong documentary. Enjoy!

UPDATE: Poo Bear said the song isn't coming out on Wednesday now.... see screenshots below

It’s been an epic 10 years for Mau5trap, deadmau5’s successful label that has remained one of the most respected imprints in the industry throughout the years. Today the label celebrated a decade of innovative music with a 33-track Ten Year Anniversary compilation, featuring a roster brimming with talent.

The compilation spans genres, from techno to electro house to dubstep and more. Mau5trap legends Feed Me and deadmau5 himself contribute a few tracks along with REZZ, one of Mau5trap’s newest artists and one of the freshest faces in the industry today. A few other unexpected producers brought their talents to the compilation, such as Excision and Messinian with an intense, bass-heavy track “X Rated” and Noisia with an experimental original “Tommy’s Theme.” Beyond these familiar names, the offering features a host of rising talent for those looking to follow some new artists. Check out the full Ten Year Anniversary compilation below and enjoy!

Mau5trap Ten Year Anniversary | iTunes

The bass music phenom that is Jauz has taken on Lil Uzi Vert’s massive single XO TOUR Llif3 for an incredible remix. Philly rapper, Lil Uzi Vert, has seen exponential growth recently with collaborations alongside hip-hop’s biggest names including A$AP Rocky and Frank Ocean. His standout record, "XO TOUR Llif3", has racked up over 280 million Spotify streams in only four months and has received incredible remixes from artists such as Brasstracks and Luca Lush. However, today is special as the one and only Jauz has dropped his high-energy rendition of song for an appropriate Shark Week surprise.

The remix pays tribute to the original track as it commences with Lil Uzi Vert’s memorable vocals alongside hip-hop inspired drums. Jauz then makes his presence felt with piercing synths paired with up-tempo drums to create a high-tension buildup. The drop is epic and shimmering with incredible vocal chops and ruthless underlying bass…. In typical Jauz fashion. Enjoy!

Lil Uzi Vert - XO Tour Lif3 (Jauz Remix) | Free Download

Genre-blending artist NoMBe is one of our favorite up-and-coming artists and is back with another stellar track off his forthcoming album. This new track "Bad Girls" follows his streak of incredible tracks as we approach his forthcoming album And They Might Have Even Loved Me due soon.

While a lot of NoMBe's tracks are insanely catchy, this new one might even be his catchiest yet. Here he shows off his incredible versatility as this track sounds much different from his previous releases, while maintaining his unique sound. He switches things up with the distorted vocals and infectious production making for a perfect summertime vibe. Stream below and enjoy!

NoMBe - Bad Girls 

The September 8 release date of ODESZA’s newest album, A Moment Apart, is still over a month away. In addition to releasing various singles such as “Line Of Sight,” “Late Night,” “Corners Of The Earth,” “Meridian,” and “Higher Ground” to hold their fans over until then, today the duo released an epic 360° video that gives an insider look into their Red Rocks Amphitheatre shows that took place back in May.

The video is incredible to watch, giving fans both a birds-eye view and close-up shots of the performance. It also showcases the captivating visual elements that ODESZA incorporates into their performances and takes fans backstage, giving viewers a behind-the-scenes look into their work. The music is also stellar, featuring an “Always This Late”/”How Did I Get Here” mashup.

ODESZA has been on a roll with releasing interactive content this summer. Back in May they dropped an impressive music video for “Late Night” composed of fan-made content, and just last week they shared a video giving a glimpse into their creative process. This latest 360° project is yet another unique way to keep their followers hyped for their newest album. Check it out below and enjoy! 

ODESZA - Red Rocks Amphitheatre 2017 in 360° 

Last year we were highly impressed by rising vocalist Reva DeVito’s The Move EP that scored some amazing production by Kaytranada, Com Truise and more. Now the talented vocalist has teamed up with L.A.-based producer B. Bravo for a collaborative project called Umii, and they’ve shared a new 8-Track EP titled This Time we’re excited to be sharing with you. 

Reva DeVito’s extra smooth voice would sound incredible over just about any production, and B. Bravo does not disappoint on the instrumentals as Salva actually offers co-production on “The One”. The entire project is a smooth, sexy listen from start to finish without any skippable tracks. DeVito and Bravo show an undeniable chemistry on the project that showcases their versatility as they include soulful, catchy tracks with funky live instrumentation, some more dance leaning tracks as well as some straight R&B slow jams that hit just right.  “Dangerous” is an early standout, but I love the entire EP so be sure to listen to the whole project. Stream below and enjoy!

Umii - This Time | Purchase 

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Action Bronson has just announced the release date for his long awaited new album, and has given fans a new single to tide them over until it drops. Blue Chips 7000, the third (and final) in his Blue Chips series, will be released through Vice Records on August 25th. The album will include the previously released single "Let Me Breathe," and this brand new track "The Chairman's Intent" he just shared with an entertaining music video. These two songs have us very excited to hear the full project.

The Harry Fraud-produced track has Action Bronson coming out swinging over a 70's guitar riff, delivering clever lines in his raspy voice. He barely lets up throughout the duration of the track, stopping just for short choruses. The single comes paired with a new music video that fits the aesthetic of the song perfectly. It features him as the star of a 70's kung fu movie where we see him fighting, hang gliding, and running from explosions, all while loud, intentionally cheesy sound effects play over the track.

His new album is up for pre-order on his site now, which include multiple bundles - one being an intimate $5000 dinner with the man himself. The album has him rapping over beats from the three producers that work best with him: Harry Fraud, Party Supplies, and The Alchemist. Check out the video below and look out for the full project next month. Enjoy! 

Action Bronson - The Chairman's Intent | Official Video

New GRiZ is here! This new track “Feel Like Makin’ Love” brings in many of the All Good family and GRiZ friends and is an extra smooth super jam of a track that’s already sounding amazing.

The track lists “The Cabin” as featured artists since the epic collaboration took place after Electric Forest last year when GRiZ and a collection of friends and artists rented a cabin in Michigan. “Feel Like Makin’ Love” is the magic that came out of a session at this cabin and is a perfect track to kick back to and enjoy some good summertime vibes. This track features members of Sunsquabi, Dan Hacker (Muzzy Bear), vocals from both Jessie Arlen (iDA Hawk) & Josh Smith and additional production by Russ Liquid, Freddy Todd & Josh Freed (Gosh Pith). We’re hoping there’s more that came out of this cabin adventure, because this is sounding amazing. Enjoy!

GRiZ - Feel Like Makin' Love (Ft. The Cabin)

Party Favor recently linked up with NJOMZA and FKi 1st on a huge collab titled "Caskets" that we've had on high rotation over here. Now they've linked up for the official video to go along with the track.

"Caskets" is a bright and cheerful song perfect for capturing a summer vibe with NJOMZA's infectious vocals giving the tune the catchy topline to carry it through the summer. The video is fitting for the vibe of the song as Party Favor and FKi 1st appear alongside the always sexy NJOMZA with slowmo footage of a tailgate capturing the summer-ready tone. The video starts out black and white as color slowly finds it's way into the video throughout. Enjoy!

Party Favor & NJOMZA - Caskets (Ft. FKi 1st)

In honor of Shark Week, Jauz has uploaded two tracks already this week including a remix of Lil Uzi Vert’s “XO TOUR Llif3” and a bootleg of Skrillex’s remix of Chase & Status’ “International”. Today, he is continuing the momentum with two additional tracks. One being a new version of his collaboration with Crankdat “I Hold Still” with an additional feature from Slushii. The second is a remix of Skepta’s track “Man” 

The original version of the track “I Hold Still” dropped two weeks ago. The new version varies slightly with additional elements including infectious vocal chops throughout. The Skepta remix is up-tempo, energetic and bass heavy revolving around the grime artist’s distinct vocals. Jauz has been consistently dropping unique and quality content and these two most recent tracks certainly withhold that reputation. Enjoy!

Jauz & Crankdat - I Hold Still (featuring Slushii)

Jauz - SKEPTA - MAN (JAUZ REMIX) | Free Download

Wow Baauer really outdid himself with this one… For his latest endeavor he’s taken on Alt-J’s “In Cold Blood” for an insane remix that’s straight fire.

Baauer’s remixes always seem to hit just right and this one is no different. He incorporates some of the original’s instrumental and makes excellent use of the vocals while recreating the track from the ground up. This remix goes hard. Baauer gets experimental and unleashes some powerful horns with hard-hitting trap drums on the drop while flexing his sound design skills. Stream below and enjoy!

Alt-J - In Cold Blood (Baauer Remix)

ODESZA have given us more to hold us over until their album release date. With Sep. 8 right around the corner they have teamed with BBC Radio 1 for a new mix. This mix titled “Bedtime Mix” is a 30-minute, chilled out collection of dreamy tracks that’s sure to put you in a relaxing mood. Check out the full mix below via BBC and enjoy!

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