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[Electronic] matphilly & SUBshockers – AMP EP

Posted by TMN Staff - March 7, 2023

Projects that are homages to loved ones lost always hit home harder. With matphilly‘s collaboration EP AMP, created alongside SUBshockers, that claim holds true. What began as one song to honor his brother who passed away suddenly in July of 2020, this matphilly EP grew into a five track seasonal release that culminated into the EP.

AMP starts with a cinematic introduction that sets the emotional tone for what’s to come. “All I’m Missing In This…it Makes Me Numb” follows suit, journeying from a heartfelt piano composition into a cathartic explosion of bass. From there matphilly and SUBshockers take you on a sonic adventure through different sounds, styles and emotions that showcase just how much matphilly’s brother meant to them, as he was also a great friend to SUBshockers. Overall, it’s a great project that does justice to its aim.

“My brother was an important part of my life and losing him out of nowhere really changed the course of my life and mental health. So much so that I was going to quit music but I know he would want me to keep going, so to pay tribute to him, I chose my closest friends in SUBshockers. He knew my brother as well and we channeled our energy to pay tribute to his life and legacy. This is something I want the world to see who never met my brother and how important he was to so many people. He’s missed dearly and I hope we did him justice in this project.” – matphilly

[Indie/Pop] fknsyd – Taste.test Mixtape

Posted by TMN Staff - March 5, 2023

One of electronic music’s most promising topliners in fknsyd has stepped out on her own with the debut solo mixtape Taste.test. Having worked with Rezz, Slander, RL Grime and many more, dance fans already know her chops when it comes to creating, but now we get the full breadth of her talents and artistic direction thanks to a beautiful 9-track project.

Taste.test invites the listener into a world of chill soundscapes blending indie, pop, R&B and more for an experience anybody can sink their existence into. There’s a common message throughout tying the song’s together through a cohesive thread that showcases just what this project means to fknsyd as she heroically embarks on her solo journey. It’s a well crafted, strong first step and we hope to hear more from her!

“Taste.test is a compilation of songs I made over the last year or two. With my personal music I do everything myself, and I don’t feel overly confident about most of the skills involved in that process. As much as I’d like to only share things I feel completely satisfied with, I don’t think it needs to be that serious, and I realize whatever that standard is for me will be ever-changing. It doesn’t make me happy to stockpile a bunch of music. I admire people who share their art, so to me this is a step in the direction of feeling more comfortable doing that.” – fknsyd

[Electronic] Asher Shashaty – Astral Spring LP

Posted by TMN Staff - March 2, 2023

The Florida producer Asher Shashaty has been releasing a steady flow of singles that now have led up to his second album, Astral Spring. The 10-track project showcases the evolution of Asher’s sound that continues to expand into diverse sonic territories. From dubstep, to future, trap and more, Astral Spring has a vibe for everyone.

Collaborators on the project include Dani King, Miyoki, Misdom, and more; all of whom bring their A-game to elevate an already solid project by Asher. Expressing a great mix of genres can sometimes be a tough task, but Asher keeps everything within a strong contextual scope to make for a fluid experience from start to finish.

“I’m so thankful the album is finally out. I feel so blessed to be able to make music for everyone who wants to listen. I put all of myself into my music, so Astral Spring is a big piece of myself that I am happy to present to you.” – Asher

[Techno/Acid] – Jimmy Pé – Tunnel Vision

Posted by TMN Staff - February 21, 2023

Ready to get a little weird with Jimmy Pé? The Slovakian dropped his new single “Tunnel Vision” on his home country’s arm of Universal. The acid-inspired techno heater is all gas no brakes for a fun-filled anthem.

“Tunnel Vision” has that timeless rave sound, one that’s a hit whether it was released 20 years ago, 20 years in the future or now. Armed with a memorable vocal sample, gritty bass and a vibrant attitude, Jimmy’s immaculate production feels like it belongs in a movie – perfectly encapsulating the scene of an iconic underground rave. It’s a great tune that deserves some space in your party playlist!

“I found the vocal sample and instantly knew what I had to do with them. The whole process of this song took only two days. I love the feeling when you know from the first moment how it’s supposed to sound. It’s just like a tunnel where you see the light and slowly approach it. That’s how I would describe the process of this song.” – Jimmy Pé

[Future Bass] Mike Martel – Pull You Under

Posted by TMN Staff - February 21, 2023

Mexico’s Mike Martel has set forth down a new career venture with his debut single “Pull You Under.” Formerly known as DJ Migueleon, Mike is switching gears and showcasing his knack for melodic future bass – a sound that was teased under his previous act.

Featuring Drew Love, “Pull You Under” is a strong first step for Mike in this new direction. It’s catchy, inspiring and expresses Mike’s evolution with his creative talents that were already well established with his previous project. Give “Pull You Under” a listen and let it overtake you!

“This song is about the twists and turns of life, about learning to let go of the people and things that hold us back, and about realizing that things don’t always go as planned.” – Mike Martel

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[Pop] Aliana Lohan – Already Home

Posted by TMN Staff - December 23, 2022

With so many of us at the heart of holiday season, we’re at home with family. Music might be blasting, a movie might be on, but we’re together regardless. To celebrate that time together, Aliana Lohan has dropped her original “Already Home” at the same time that her and her sister’s Netflix film Falling For Christmas continues to takeover screens across the world.

“Already Home” is a poppy, dance-friendly jam that will even have your grandparents on their feet and dancing during holiday parties. Aliana took a step in a different direction from her more soulful single “Without You” that was also featured in the Netflix film. This new direction is fun, energetic and completely infectious. It also comes with the news that there’s more music from Aliana to come… EP maybe!?

[House] Late June x RUNN – Late Nights

Posted by TMN Staff - December 15, 2022

New Zealand producer Late June joins the legedary RUNN for a sexy chiller “Late Nights.” If there’s one song that we’re happy we get to jam through the holidays, it’s this one. Kick back, grab your hot chocolate – maybe toss some whiskey in there – and enjoy this on repeat.

Late June is no stranger to incredibly infectious productions as he’s wowed listeners all over the world with his signature sound. RUNN has done the same on the vocal side offering up larger-than-life records that stand the test of time. Although this one is more intimate, they imbue it with so much emotion for a big original to close out the year.