Category: Album Review

A Collision Course of Old and New: Action Bronson and The Alchemist Come Together Once Again for Lamb Over Rice

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Action Bronson is a hip hop artist that needs little introduction these days - since bursting into the major label scene in 2012, he has pumped out hits amidst countless shows from Coachella Valley to South Africa alongside established hip hop heavy hitters like J. Cole, Kendrick Lamar, and Eminem. Although long preceding the come … Continue reading A Collision Course of Old and New: Action Bronson and The Alchemist Come Together Once Again for Lamb Over Rice

88rising’s Influence Continues to Grow With New Album: Head In The Clouds II

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As both an internet sensation and cultural phenomenon, music and arts collective 88rising have worked fervently to expand their sphere of influence through the shared platforms of their subsidiary artists, including Joji, Rich Brian, and Jackson Wang as the highlights among a handful of other talented collaborators. Thus, it should come as no surprise that … Continue reading 88rising’s Influence Continues to Grow With New Album: Head In The Clouds II

Marauda Brings The Heat With New Elevate EP

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Today, Marauda (the dubstep artist formerly known as Mastadon) delivered his highly anticipated Elevate EP. This EP contains three tracks and comes to us from Malignant Music, Marauda's own label! From the EP's cover art, you get the sense of a play on heaven and hell. Both "Elevate" and "Blunder" are heavy bass tracks with "Blunder" creeping … Continue reading Marauda Brings The Heat With New Elevate EP

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!

Kayzo Drops Sophomore Album “UNLEASHED” Featuring k?d, 1788-L, Underoath, ARMNHMR, Frank Zummo of Sum 41, Tynan, and More!

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Kayzo is a force to be reckoned with. Ever since his first album OVERLOAD, he has been working his way through epic collabs and genre crossovers. To this day, OVERLOAD is an album I still play on repeat during car rides home. Heard It Here First also had the opportunity to interview Kayzo back at … Continue reading Kayzo Drops Sophomore Album “UNLEASHED” Featuring k?d, 1788-L, Underoath, ARMNHMR, Frank Zummo of Sum 41, Tynan, and More!

NGHTMRE & A$AP Ferg Drop Full “REDLIGHT” Remix EP

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NGHTMRE is forging the way for a new sound of music to take over the world. Today, after teaming up with Hip-Hop powerhouse A$AP Ferg on "REDLIGHT", NGHTMRE has unveiled the destructive three-track remix EP via Ultra Music. Crankdat, Effin and Holy Goof have each lent their unique styles to the project. Crankdat is newly signed to Prodigy Artists and … Continue reading NGHTMRE & A$AP Ferg Drop Full “REDLIGHT” Remix EP

Hydraulix Delivers His Space Cadet EP Via Wakaan

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Aussie DJ/producer Hydraulix is known for his heavy Bass and Hybrid Trap music. Today, he's released a 4 track EP titled Space Cadet. This project comes to us via Liquid Stranger's label, Wakaan, home to all things weird and wonderful and Bass. The EP features fellow Australian native Leotrix and German producer Krischvn. "Chopper" with Krischvn was released … Continue reading Hydraulix Delivers His Space Cadet EP Via Wakaan

DJ Snake Finally Unveils His Sophomore Album Carte Blanche

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DJ Snake has risen to become a top tier artist at festivals and in radio alike. The French selector notoriously brings high energy to each and every one of his headlining shows. His first album, Encore, produced some massive viral hits and featured insane collabs (from radio heavyweights like Travis Scott, Quavo, and Justin Bieber) and … Continue reading DJ Snake Finally Unveils His Sophomore Album Carte Blanche

One Year After The Album’s Release, Excision Launches His Apex Remixes Feat. Downlink, SLANDER, Boogie T, Subtronics, 12th Planet, and many more!

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Today, Excision presented us with the official remixes of Apex almost one year after its initial release. On the album are fourteen massive remixes from artists like 12th Planet, SQUNTO, SLANDER, Boogie T, Subtronics, Space Laces, Downlink, and many other Dubstep heavyweights. "Gold (Stupid Love)" was a euphoric and explosive track last summer and hearing … Continue reading One Year After The Album’s Release, Excision Launches His Apex Remixes Feat. Downlink, SLANDER, Boogie T, Subtronics, 12th Planet, and many more!

Check Out graves’ New Two Track EP Including “Deadsong/ Transmissions” Through Welcome Records

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Yesterday, graves put out an insane two-track EP Deadsong/ Transmissions. The insanity is that in both you can distinctly hear graves' sound, but one takes us through the heavy wubs while the other floats along in Future Bass world. The first, the heavier of the two, is "Deadsong" featuring Soundcloud rapper, producer, and previous metal band member … Continue reading Check Out graves’ New Two Track EP Including “Deadsong/ Transmissions” Through Welcome Records

Jaden Smith Drops Second Full Length Album EYRS

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Jaden Smith's first album, SYRE came out in 2017, when he was only 17 years old. Now, the rapper/actor/visionary has released his second full-length album titled EYRS. The 20 track album features artists like Tyler, The Creator, A$AP Rocky, Kid Cudi, Lido, Trinidad James and even his sister Willow. This Indie project brings interesting sounds and blends of genres. The … Continue reading Jaden Smith Drops Second Full Length Album EYRS

Mersiv Unleashes Brand New “Digital Eden” EP

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If you're a fan of hypnotic Bass Music, we’d highly recommend you check out Mersiv’s newest work. Since his start in 2017, Anderson Benoit Gallegos, the man behind The Mersiv Sound Project, has been consistently putting out huge Bass tunes. His stage presence is unique and infectious. The energy he brings to his shows translates directly … Continue reading Mersiv Unleashes Brand New “Digital Eden” EP

HYPRESSION Brings Us His Cold Blood EP Through Bite This!

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Jauz' label is back with a brand new release. For his debut EP, twenty year old Russian producer HYPRESSION takes his sound to Jauz' Bite This! The two producers have worked together in the past. HYPRESSION's breakthrough came when he collaborated with Jauz on "On Fire" in 2018 which was released on Jauz's album The Wise and The Wicked. https://soundcloud.com/heybitethis/sets/coldbloodep The … Continue reading HYPRESSION Brings Us His Cold Blood EP Through Bite This!

Listen To Avicii’s Posthumous Album “TIM”

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TIM, the 12-track posthumous album by Swedish producer Tim Bergling, otherwise known as Avicii, was finally released today. It is his first album release following his death on April 20th, 2018, and his third studio album following his 2015 album Stories. All net proceeds from TIM's sales will go towards the Tim Bergling Foundation, a non-profit organization set up … Continue reading Listen To Avicii’s Posthumous Album “TIM”

AVSTIN JAMES Brings Us Full-Length Mashup Project That Takes On RL Grime’s NOVA Album

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Vancouver based mash-up artist, AVSTIN JAMES, is well known for his Kendrick Lamar & Whethan mashup, "Backseat XE3". Today, the Canadian producer is back! For his newest work, he's taking on RL Grime's Nova Instrumental album, "Pure". The 13-track mashup album pairs the chilling, instrumental tracks of RL Grime with Hip-Hop and R&B hits from … Continue reading AVSTIN JAMES Brings Us Full-Length Mashup Project That Takes On RL Grime’s NOVA Album

BAYNK Drops Highly Anticipated Someone’s EP II

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On Wednesday, BAYNK (Jock Nowell-Usticke), one of New Zealand's favorite producers, released his highly anticipated sophomore EP, Someone's EP II, following 2017’s Someone’s EP I. The EP contains seven tracks which showcase his pristine electronic production and innovative crafting of sounds. BAYNK not only fully produces his own discography, but also programs all of his … Continue reading BAYNK Drops Highly Anticipated Someone’s EP II

Bear Grillz Releases His Full Debut Album Demons Feat. Dirty Heads, Sullivan King, p0gman, and more!

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After the success of his Too Loud EP back in November, Bear Grillz was hard at work preparing his debut album. Over New Years he stated, "With my first full length album out this year... I really want to help bring to light all of the personal demons that we as humans face and figure … Continue reading Bear Grillz Releases His Full Debut Album Demons Feat. Dirty Heads, Sullivan King, p0gman, and more!

Seven Lions Drops Remix EP for “Island” Featuring Sullivan King, TYNAN, and more!

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On Monday, Seven Lions announced on Twitter that an EP of remixes of his song "Island" with Wooli, Trivecta, and Nevve would be unveiled over the course of the week. Today, the full EP, called Island Remixes, was released on all major platforms, containing remixes by Blastoyz, Dimibo, Au5, Sullivan King, and Heard It Here First favorite, TYNAN. On … Continue reading Seven Lions Drops Remix EP for “Island” Featuring Sullivan King, TYNAN, and more!

Midnight Tyrannosaurus Unleashes Mutation EP Through Gud Vibrations

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Midnight Tyrannosaurus, or Midnight T as his fans call him, is coming to the end of his Mutation tour in mid-June. The tour featured support from fellow Dubstep artists Kai Wachi and Yakz and reached several different countries across the world. Midnight T has just released his Mutation EP through Slander & NGHTMRE's Gud Vibrations label. On … Continue reading Midnight Tyrannosaurus Unleashes Mutation EP Through Gud Vibrations

Quix Recruits Tynan, Tisoki, and “Stronger” Contest Winners for Remix EP

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Quix is absolutely killing it. He just brought us back to back remix packages for his Illusions EP featuring some of our favorite producers like Luca Lush, Yehme2, Bishu and Carbin. Today, the NZ Hybrid-Trap heavyweight brings us another remix pack. Yet again, the EP features two of our favorite acts to watch in 2019; … Continue reading Quix Recruits Tynan, Tisoki, and “Stronger” Contest Winners for Remix EP

Boogie T & GRiZ Release “SUPA FLY” EP with Remixes From Rusko, Gentlemen’s Club, Dirt Monkey & Jantsen

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Boogie T is coming off a wild tour with the Boogie T.Rio where he performed both DJ and band sets. GRiZ is fresh off an album release, Ride Waves dropped early April and boasted features from Snoop Dogg, Matisyahu, DRAM, and many more. The two artists premiered "Supa Fly" back at Freaky Deaky and fans had … Continue reading Boogie T & GRiZ Release “SUPA FLY” EP with Remixes From Rusko, Gentlemen’s Club, Dirt Monkey & Jantsen

Big Beat Releases “Ignition: Los Angeles” Compilation Album Ft. Ekali & YOOKiE, Salvatore Ganacci, Valentino Kahn & GTA, and more!

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Big Beat is well known for its compilation albums. Today, the imprint draws inspiration from Los Angeles. The city of starving artists and dreams of Hollywood stardom breeds some of the most brilliant creatives in the world. Big Beat's LA compilation album includes fifteen tracks from nineteen artists. Those recruited for this new mega-comp put … Continue reading Big Beat Releases “Ignition: Los Angeles” Compilation Album Ft. Ekali & YOOKiE, Salvatore Ganacci, Valentino Kahn & GTA, and more!

Jai Wolf Drops His Highly Anticipated The Cure To Loneliness Album

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Jai Wolf released his highly anticipated debut album, The Cure to Loneliness, this morning and it is certainly living up to the hype. Sajeeb has teased the album by releasing six songs (either singles or as part of the two-track EP Telepathy/Lose My Mind) that would ultimately be part of the album. On the album, … Continue reading Jai Wolf Drops His Highly Anticipated The Cure To Loneliness Album

Bassnectar Brings Us Part 4 Of His Reflective Series Ft. Born I, Peekaboo, Jantsen, and more

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One of our favorite guest contributors is back! Today, Peter is going to give us his thoughts on Reflective Part 4, Bassnectar's most recent sub-section of his epic Reflective series. Be sure to check out his past write up on Part 3 and also our Bassnectar 360 NYE review. As festival season slowly ramps up, … Continue reading Bassnectar Brings Us Part 4 Of His Reflective Series Ft. Born I, Peekaboo, Jantsen, and more

Shadient Releases Divide EP Through SLANDER & NGHTMRE’s Gud Vibrations Records

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SLANDER & NGHTMRE's Gud Vibrations Records announced a few weeks back that after Wavedash, their second artist would be Shadient, the deep, dark Bass up and comer. Since then, the UK producer has been cranking out some absolute heaters, all three of which are appearing on his brand new DIVIDE EP. The additional fourth track … Continue reading Shadient Releases Divide EP Through SLANDER & NGHTMRE’s Gud Vibrations Records

Zomboy Releases New “Rott N’ Roll Pt. 2” EP Through Never Say Die

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Zomboy has been one of the biggest forces in the dubstep world for years now. Today, the UK producer unleashes his brand new EP, Rott N' Roll Pt. 2, through Never Say Die records. My personal favorites on the five-track project are "The Beast" and his neck-breaking collab with MUST DIE!, "Revival". Be sure to … Continue reading Zomboy Releases New “Rott N’ Roll Pt. 2” EP Through Never Say Die

LUZCID Shines On New ‘Prophecy’ EP Through Wakaan [Free Download]

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One of our favorite Bass acts of 2018 is back with a brand new, four-track EP! Today, LUZCID brings the madness on his Prophecy EP through the Wakaan label. LUZCID explores tons of different spaces on Prophecy, whereas his last EP was more focused on a similar sound. Don't get me wrong. I loved his Cognition … Continue reading LUZCID Shines On New ‘Prophecy’ EP Through Wakaan [Free Download]

Dabin’s Sophomore Album “Wild Youth” Is Finally Here [LISTEN]

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Dabin's highly anticipated sophomore project is finally here and it's a ten track adventure including eight brand new songs. "Rings and Roses" and "Another Day" were the previously released singles which we covered on their respective release dates. Wild Youth seems to have serious inspiration stemming from Illenium, which is bound to happen when you … Continue reading Dabin’s Sophomore Album “Wild Youth” Is Finally Here [LISTEN]

Lost Kings Drop “Don’t Kill My High” Remixes Ft. Sullivan King, Tim Gunter, neutral. and more

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Lost Kings released "Don't Kill My High" along with their album Paper Crowns in early January. The upbeat, dance-floor anthem featuring popular rapper Wiz Khalifa and the producing/songwriting duo Social House is now Lost Kings' number one song on Spotify and is a serious party starter. Today they release the remix pack of their popular tune which … Continue reading Lost Kings Drop “Don’t Kill My High” Remixes Ft. Sullivan King, Tim Gunter, neutral. and more

Flume Unleashes 17-Track “Hi This Is Flume” Mixtape [LISTEN+WATCH HERE]

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  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7TML_MTQdg4 YES. YES. FUCK YES. After a far too long hiatus, Flume is back! Today, the Australian mastermind unveils his brand new "Hi This Is Flume" mixtape. Alongside a stunning visual effort, Flume's experimental new project runs thirty-eight and a half minutes long and includes seventeen tracks straight from the mind of one of … Continue reading Flume Unleashes 17-Track “Hi This Is Flume” Mixtape [LISTEN+WATCH HERE]

DROELOE, KLOUD, and Rock Mafia Bring Their Own Creative Spins to Illenium’s “Crashing”

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Illenium loves to give other musical talents a chance at taking on his tunes and creates some unique remixes himself. You can check out Hex Cougar's remix of Illenium's "God Damnit" and Illenium's remix of Halsey's "Without Me". The original version of Illenium's "Crashing" featured indie pop duo, Bahari, and was released early 2019. This week Illenium … Continue reading DROELOE, KLOUD, and Rock Mafia Bring Their Own Creative Spins to Illenium’s “Crashing”

A 40oz Collective Brings Us Their “Top Rope” Compilation Album Ft. EAZYBAKED, VCTRE, and More

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If you aren't familiar with A 40 oz Collective, they are one of the many underground Bass labels currently making big waves in the Electronic industry. Founded back in 2016, the imprint's aim is to be easily accessible and independent. Today, the label brings us a brand new compilation album that is jam-packed with heaters. … Continue reading A 40oz Collective Brings Us Their “Top Rope” Compilation Album Ft. EAZYBAKED, VCTRE, and More

graves Releases “Far From Here EP” Ft. ZEKE BEATS, Fytch, Hex Cougar, and more

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The highly anticipated EP from our friend Graves is finally here and it's absolutely incredible. "Far From Here" includes seven glorious new tracks. With features from ZEKE BEATS, Fytch, EZI and VELVETEARS, there is absolutely no lack of talent on FFH backup duty. Graves' solo effort, "Reset", is like nothing I've heard up until this point … Continue reading graves Releases “Far From Here EP” Ft. ZEKE BEATS, Fytch, Hex Cougar, and more

Gesaffelstein Drops Off “Hyperion” Album Ft. Pharrell, The Weeknd, HAIM, and more

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The mysterious French producer, Gesaffelstein, is back! Today, he unleashes his Hyperion album, with previous singles that boasted massive features from The Weekend and Pharrell. Hyperion includes ten tracks and also includes features from HAIM, The Hacker, and Electric Youth. This also marks Gesaffelstein's first release with Columbia Records, as he signed to them back … Continue reading Gesaffelstein Drops Off “Hyperion” Album Ft. Pharrell, The Weeknd, HAIM, and more

Ray Volpe Shines On New Purpose EP Through Never Say Die

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You may recognize Ray Volpe from his "VOLPETRON" tag present in his Boombox Cartel, Ookay, and Jauz remixes and of course in his countless originals. The Charlotte, North Carolina  DJ/producer is back today with a brand new EP titled Purpose through Never Say Die. For the title track, Volpe recruits rapper Armani Reign, who rose … Continue reading Ray Volpe Shines On New Purpose EP Through Never Say Die