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Mysterious Masked Producer Deathpact Shares His Debut Live Set From Shambhala Music Festival

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Deathpact has made his rounds about Heard It Here First for about a year now. Their two Rezz collabs, huge Odesza remix, lumbering singles "Piston" and "Kool Aid", and brand new EP through Mau5trap were all covered on HIHF. The mysterious producer is back at it today to share their first-ever live performance with fans across … Continue reading Mysterious Masked Producer Deathpact Shares His Debut Live Set From Shambhala Music Festival

We Sit Down With Wooli At Moonrise Festival To Talk His Voyage Tour and Upcoming Excision and Seven Lions Collabs [Exclusive Photos+Interview]

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We had a blast last weekend at Baltimore's Moonrise Festival. With a super diverse lineup and some awesome improvements to the festival grounds/stages, this year's Moonrise may have been our best yet. Last weekend, we had the chance to interview both Wooli and Peekaboo, two talented rising stars in the Bass realm that you should … Continue reading We Sit Down With Wooli At Moonrise Festival To Talk His Voyage Tour and Upcoming Excision and Seven Lions Collabs [Exclusive Photos+Interview]

Sullivan King Releases ‘Apex: Re Rocked’ EP Featuring Acoustic Versions of Excision’s “Wake Up” and “Gold”

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Back in Fall 2018, Dubstep DJ/Rockstar Sullivan King took to Twitter to share he had started working on a cover of Excision's epic Illenium collab "Gold". Almost a year later, that release sees the light of day. Apex: Re Rocked also features King's acoustic version of his massive, neck-breaking collab with Excision, "Wake Up". Enjoy … Continue reading Sullivan King Releases ‘Apex: Re Rocked’ EP Featuring Acoustic Versions of Excision’s “Wake Up” and “Gold”

Kaivon Brings Us Another Brilliant New Single With “I Love You.”

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Kaivon is gearing up for his upcoming EP and today the long-haired, Hybrid Bass producer brings us another epic single. His previous release, "Run The Trap", hit much heavier, but it's great to see Kaivon explore different spaces with his work. "I Love You." radiates a euphoric and bubbly energy that delves much more in … Continue reading Kaivon Brings Us Another Brilliant New Single With “I Love You.”

MEMBA Unleash New EP Through ODESZA’s Foreign Family Collective

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Out today through ODESZA's label, Foreign Family Collective, MEMBA has returned with a hypnotizing new EP. Titled SAGA-II, the new project comes alongside an impressive visual effort that spans thirteen minutes long. It was filmed all over the world, spanning from India to Manhattan to Los Angeles. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zs-N8RTmw0M "SAGA II channels the feeling of childhood … Continue reading MEMBA Unleash New EP Through ODESZA’s Foreign Family Collective

Illenium Drops New Album “Ascend” Feat. X Ambassadors, The Chainsmokers, Said The Sky, Bipolar Sunshine, Blanke, and More!

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Illenials rejoice, Illenium's third studio album is finally here! Very few producers do it like Illenium does, effortlessly blending pop and EDM in each of his infectious, emotional hits. Over the past year, the Chicago born, Bay area raised producer has catapulted to success. He headlined nationwide electronic festivals this past summer like Spring Awakening Music … Continue reading Illenium Drops New Album “Ascend” Feat. X Ambassadors, The Chainsmokers, Said The Sky, Bipolar Sunshine, Blanke, and More!

Party Favor Releases Layers’ Remix EP Feat. Troyboi, Blanke, Yehme2, BIJOU, J. Worra, and More!

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Still riding the wave of hype from his debut album Layers, Party Favor enlists some of the industries finest for Layers (Remixed). "Before I finished the 'Layers' album, I knew that I wanted to put together a remix pack for it. I’m so happy how they all turned out. So many talented people got to … Continue reading Party Favor Releases Layers’ Remix EP Feat. Troyboi, Blanke, Yehme2, BIJOU, J. Worra, and More!

PLS & TY Brings Us The Remix EP For “Run Wild/Feeling Forever” Feat. Manic Focus, Luca Lush, Ducky, Yehme2, and More!

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PLS & TY has had tons of success throughout 2019. Between breakout EDM/Pop singles and having his music featured in countless Television commercials and reality shows across the globe, the Future Bass producer is showing the world what he is truly capable of. For his last remix, PLS & TY recruited dubstep OG Rusko to … Continue reading PLS & TY Brings Us The Remix EP For “Run Wild/Feeling Forever” Feat. Manic Focus, Luca Lush, Ducky, Yehme2, and More!

Elohim Releases Trippy New Video For “Braindead” [MUSIC VIDEO]

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Elohim has skyrocketed as an artist over the past couple of years. The electro-pop songstress has worked with some of the biggest names in the industry ranging from Wiz Khalifa to Rezz to The Glitch Mob to Quinn XCII to Skrillex. Her Braindead EP explored Elohim's courageous struggle with mental health - a centerpiece of her artistry and songwriting since … Continue reading Elohim Releases Trippy New Video For “Braindead” [MUSIC VIDEO]

Stream Full Sets From Moonrise Festival Featuring Illenium, Big Gigantic, Tiësto, San Holo, KSHMR, Alan Walker, Slushii, and more!

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We had the pleasure of working press for Moonrise Festival this weekend outside Baltimore, Maryland. We have plenty of photos, interviews, and vids of our own we are still editing, but for now, enjoy some of your favorite sets from Moonrise's Lunar and Stellar stage below! Be sure to follow us on Insta for exclusive … Continue reading Stream Full Sets From Moonrise Festival Featuring Illenium, Big Gigantic, Tiësto, San Holo, KSHMR, Alan Walker, Slushii, and more!

Trivecta Joins Wooli On The Voyage Tour As Special Guest

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Yesterday, Wooli set off on his nationwide The Voyage tour. Featuring support from melodic bass mastermind Trivecta, this tour is CAN. NOT. MISS. The world has been privilege to Wooli and Trivecta collabs in the past which have garnered over ten million streams in a short period of time. Their first connection was "Falling" last … Continue reading Trivecta Joins Wooli On The Voyage Tour As Special Guest

Louis The Child Recruit Wrabel For New Single “Too Close”

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Immediately following up their brand new collab with the X Games, Chicago's wunderkin Louis The Child are back at it! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0UPrQ3cLEL0 For their newest work, Freddy and Robby recruit chilling, emotional vocals from Wrabel for the bubbly new release. You might recognize his voice from collaborations with Marshmello ("Ritual"), Kygo ("With You"), and Afrojack ("Ten … Continue reading Louis The Child Recruit Wrabel For New Single “Too Close”

Yehme2 Remixes Adventure Club, Krewella, and Crankdat’s “Next Life”

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Worlds collided big time when Adventure Club teamed up with Krewella and Crankdat on their massive single "Next Life". Today, one of the most esteemed Trap producers in the industry is imprinting his own spin onto the mega-collab. Formerly half of the duo Flosstradamus, Yehme2 has gone on to become a tastemaker in his own … Continue reading Yehme2 Remixes Adventure Club, Krewella, and Crankdat’s “Next Life”

Shlump Brings Down The House On New System Crash EP Through Wakaan

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A few weeks back, we covered the title track from Shlump's brand new EP. The full project, out today, features four absolute wobblers. His System Crash EP is brought to us through Liquid Stranger's Wakaan label. Although Shlump has released frequently in the past with TRUTH's Deep, Dark, and Dangerous label, Wakaan is another perfect landing … Continue reading Shlump Brings Down The House On New System Crash EP Through Wakaan

Tchami Drops Infectious New Single “RainForest” [MUSIC VIDEO]

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CYKYeHK4oDE&feature=youtu.be Tchami is back! Today, the Confession Label head honcho brings us yet another infectious House chune to add to his massive arsenal of hits. On "Rainforest", Tchami drags listeners onto a journey into one of his most unique and uplifting releases to date. Check out the music video above! https://open.spotify.com/track/3gsOIUj1c5C0LbqMK4w8Eh

Kill Paris Connects With Ohio Players Lead Singer Dutch Robinson On “Played Out” [Lyric Video]

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We all know Kill Paris for his funky and glitchy dance music, but today he is linking up with a hero of his - lead singer of the Ohio Players, Dutch Robinson. For the new collab, "Played Out", groovy synths and guitar riffs carry the track while Robinson's smooth vocals add the perfect touch of … Continue reading Kill Paris Connects With Ohio Players Lead Singer Dutch Robinson On “Played Out” [Lyric Video]

Stream Full Sets From Hard Summer 2019 Feat. Alison Wonderland, Dillon Francis, DJ Diesel (Shaquille O’Neal), Ghastly, And Tons More!

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Did you have so0o much fun at HARD Summer this past weekend but are now so0o upset that you can't relive your favorite artists' sets in full? Well, do we have news for you. Below you can stream sets from Alison Wonderland, Dillon Francis, Ghastly, DJ Diesel (Shaq), A-Trak b2b YehMe2, Kill The Noise, Flosstradamus … Continue reading Stream Full Sets From Hard Summer 2019 Feat. Alison Wonderland, Dillon Francis, DJ Diesel (Shaquille O’Neal), Ghastly, And Tons More!

Moksi Release Debut Album The Return of House Music Through Barong Family

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Moksi bring their bouncy, bold sound to Yellow Claw's Barong Family label once again for their debut album, The Return of House Music. Diego and Sam of Moksi have been friends since 2006 and began their musical partnership in 2015 when they ended up playing together on top of a food truck. Since then, they've gone on to release over … Continue reading Moksi Release Debut Album The Return of House Music Through Barong Family

New LSDREAM Single: “SPACESHIP” Featuring Meredith Bull

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Sami Diament (aka LSDREAM fka Brillz) is back with a brand new Space Bass heater and this time the tenured producer takes the sub-sub-genre name very seriously. On Friday, LSDREAM hopped into his “Spaceship” with some help from Meredith Bull and blasted off. The songstress provides ethereal backing vocals that send the listener right to … Continue reading New LSDREAM Single: “SPACESHIP” Featuring Meredith Bull

SVDDEN DEATH Brings The Madness On “Modern Sorcery”

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After playing Chicago's Lollapalooza last Thursday, and also being brought out for the massive headlining Gud Vibration vs. Slugz Music show, SVDDEN DEATH followed up his day at Lolla's Perry's Stage with a brand new single. "Modern Sorcery" is an old-fashioned SVDDEN DEATH slapper. Featuring deep demonic voices and bone-shattering bass, this new track is … Continue reading SVDDEN DEATH Brings The Madness On “Modern Sorcery”

Slooze Brings Us Hard-Hitting New Original “Survival”

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Today, we have an otherworldly new single from a looming underground presence in the bass world. Slooze absolutely murders it on this new original, titled "Survival". We can’t wait to see what’s next from the mysterious producer. Enjoy the new heater from Slooze below! This is slated to be the last single released before his … Continue reading Slooze Brings Us Hard-Hitting New Original “Survival”

Blanke and GG Magree Link Up For “Incinerate” Through Deadbeats

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Today, two booming up and comers are linking up for a massive new release. GG Magree and Blanke bring us "Incinerate" featuring GG herself on vocals. The two producers have a long history together, GG was one of the first artists to support Blanke's music in the mainstream and also introduced Blanke to the Deadbeats … Continue reading Blanke and GG Magree Link Up For “Incinerate” Through Deadbeats

Kotek Brings The Genre-Bending Firepower On Sonoglyph Pt. 1 EP

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Michael Mlikotic aka "Kotek" is an experimental electronic artist who strives to break the boundaries between multiple genres. The Canadian native takes influence from Porter Robinson and Rezz, combining it with an organic undertone that stems from his roots in Metal and Jazz. His signature, unique sound is best described as "Industrial Glitchrock". This week … Continue reading Kotek Brings The Genre-Bending Firepower On Sonoglyph Pt. 1 EP

Heard It Here First Playlists: Best of July 2019 (Available on Spotify & Apple Music)

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Another month into 2019, another playlist from our team at Heard It Here First packed with the best hits of the month. With new releases from Marshmello, Chance The Rapper, Ed Sheeran, Post Malone & Young Thug, Nas, Knife Party, Rezz, Jauz, DJ Snake, ZHU, Tchami, Denzel Curry, Sullivan King, Wooli, YBN Cordae, and tons … Continue reading Heard It Here First Playlists: Best of July 2019 (Available on Spotify & Apple Music)

Throttle Brings Us “Dreamer” Through Monstercat, His First Release With Them In Six Years

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Throttle garners 200 million Spotify streams a month, has collabed with Oliver Heldens, Galantis, and even has played mainstage at Tomorrowland all before his twenty-first birthday. Today, the Melbourne producer brings us a track through one of the labels that he started his musical journey with, Monstercat. Throttle released three tracks through the label when he … Continue reading Throttle Brings Us “Dreamer” Through Monstercat, His First Release With Them In Six Years

Pauline Herr Brings Us Another Self-Written/Produced Smash With “Heartless”

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We recently premiered Pauline Herr's bubbly single "Keep Me" a couple weeks back and today she rolls out yet another release. On "Heartless", Pauline takes us on a walk-in her shoes and breaks off another piece of her heart to share with her fans. This self-written, self-produced, chilling belter is certain to catch ears nationwide. … Continue reading Pauline Herr Brings Us Another Self-Written/Produced Smash With “Heartless”

TVBOO Drops Wonky Tonk EP Through Boogie T’s Drama Club Records

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Everybody’s favorite PBR drinkin’, horseback ridin’ producer is back with his new EP, Wonky Tonk. Mississippi native TVBOO (pronounced taboo)  has been making it known that he's here to stay within the Bass community. Since early 2018, we’ve received a handful of fresh bangers from the up and comer. The Wonky Tonk EP premiers chunky, well-designed … Continue reading TVBOO Drops Wonky Tonk EP Through Boogie T’s Drama Club Records

KRILLA Unleashes The Title Single Off His Debut EP “Outer Beings”

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KRILLA (real name Kyler Marklinger) has been a notable one to watch at Heard It Here First for a while now. He's made some of the most vicious remixes we've covered including but certainly not limited to his "Space Boss" edit and his "Centipede" flip alongside HIHF favorite Tynan. Today, Marklinger brings us the title … Continue reading KRILLA Unleashes The Title Single Off His Debut EP “Outer Beings”

MIZE Delivers A Wobbly PowerHouse Of A Guest Mix For HIHF Mixes Vol. 4 [Tracklist]

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MIZE is a booming up and comer in the experimental Bass scene. The Alabama producer is slated to play the inaugural Wakaan Festival later this Summer alongside some legendary acts like Liquid Stranger, Rusko, TRUTH, and Koan Sound. In the past, he has opened for Jantsen, SubDocta, Digital Ethos, CharlesTheFirst, and tons of other HIHF … Continue reading MIZE Delivers A Wobbly PowerHouse Of A Guest Mix For HIHF Mixes Vol. 4 [Tracklist]

EZoo Announces Day By Day Lineups Featuring Takeovers From Gud Vibrations, PRYDA, Brownies & Lemonade: Check Out Our Top Ten For Each Stage

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Electric Zoo is an EDM pilgrimage for East Coast ravers. The annual NYC festival held at Manhattan's Randall's Island has hosted some of the biggest names in dance music. This year's Electric Zoo: Evolved lineup is as deep as ever and features some of the hottest names in House, Dubstep, Trance, Techno, Trap, and Future … Continue reading EZoo Announces Day By Day Lineups Featuring Takeovers From Gud Vibrations, PRYDA, Brownies & Lemonade: Check Out Our Top Ten For Each Stage

Boogie T Stops By Night Owl Radio #205 With A Brand New Guest Mix

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By now, we hope you're familiar with Riddim lord/ Kendama master Brock Thornton, also known to the music world as Boogie T. The Louisiana born producer/singer/songwriter has been taking over the Dubstep world over the past year or so and today he's bringing his fans a brand new mix through Insomniac's Night Owl Radio. Guest … Continue reading Boogie T Stops By Night Owl Radio #205 With A Brand New Guest Mix

MAX Recruits Felly For “Acid Dreams” Produced By Alexander Lewis, BrassTracks & Party Pupils

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NYC-based singer/songwriter MAX is back with another infectious summer jam. "Acid Dreams" is a mega-collab featuring Surf Trap rapper Felly and produced by Alexander Lewis and Party Pupils. Additional horns for the track were provided by Brasstracks, who are known for their insane Hip-Hop covers. They've taken on Kanye West, Kendrick Lamar, Drake, and plenty … Continue reading MAX Recruits Felly For “Acid Dreams” Produced By Alexander Lewis, BrassTracks & Party Pupils

Wooli Drops Heavy New Heater “Psyclone” Through Kayzo’s Welcome Records

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“Face it the woo is back” roars the pre-drop vocal on “Psyclone”, Wooli’s newest banger. The new track comes to us through Kayzo’s Welcome Records and dropped earlier this morning. Featuring two heavy dubstep drops and one final Psytrance drop to close out the tune, this is sure to be a staple throughout Wooli’s The … Continue reading Wooli Drops Heavy New Heater “Psyclone” Through Kayzo’s Welcome Records

Tynan Unleashes Epic “F*CK IT HERES A HOUSE MIX”

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The mysterious Dark Bass producer Tynan isn't really known for his House music. After his massive release through Tiesto's Musical Freedom Records, "Diggid", released last month, suddenly we find ourselves fiending more Ty-House. Today, Tynan surprises fans with an epic new thirty-minute mix, jam-packed with some bangin' House tunes, some classic, some brand new. Enjoy! … Continue reading Tynan Unleashes Epic “F*CK IT HERES A HOUSE MIX”

Upgrade Drops “Won’t Hold Back” Through RAM Records

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Currently tearing his way through Drum & Bass, Upgrade is no stranger to RAM Records. The Norwich, UK based producer has released through the label multiple times in the past, in both 2015 & 2016. With his newest track "Won't Hold Back", Upgrade brings us deep into his own head. Vocals (provided by Upgrade himself) … Continue reading Upgrade Drops “Won’t Hold Back” Through RAM Records

Blunts & Blondes Takes On Zeds Dead & Delta Heavy’s “Lift You Up”

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Blunts & Blondes is making some huge waves in the Dubstep world. Following his massive Up In Smoke Tour alongside fellow heavyweight producer Subtronics, Blunts & Blondes started the year big by appearing on Deadbeats "We Are Deadbeats Vol. 3" compilation album. Today, the Dubstep/Bass producer is taking on Zeds Dead themselves. Blunts puts his … Continue reading Blunts & Blondes Takes On Zeds Dead & Delta Heavy’s “Lift You Up”

Adventure Club Recruit QUIX & badXchannels For “Life Long After Death”

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Adventure Club is bringing out all the stops for today's highly anticipated release. On "Life Long After Death", the Canadian Dubstep duo recruit two booming up and coming names; Hybrid Trap all-star QUIX and vocalist Craig Owens aka badXchannels. Between the genre-blending throughout and the infectious, melodic vocals from Owens, this new collab is sure … Continue reading Adventure Club Recruit QUIX & badXchannels For “Life Long After Death”