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[Tearout] Manly – REVENGE EP

Posted by Tyler Trew - January 10, 2025

Jakeb Shanley, famously known as Manly, hails from the on-the-rise music scene of Sydney. Shaped by an affinity for the harder edges of bass and tearout, he has cultivated a sound that’s both aggressive and captivating. Manly impresses with his ability to produce a key sound and come at it from so many different angles.

The REVENGE EP stands tall amongst his 2024 discography – each track on the EP offers a unique perspective, blending head-banging powerful with creative arrangement. While some songs dive deep into uncharted sonic territories, others catch listeners off guard with unexpected turns. Together, the collection is unapologetic, boasting massive energy that cements it as an experience easy to return to.

Accolades have followed Manly’s work – MARAUDA, SVDDEN DEATH, and MIDNIGHT T have all supported him, one of many factors that has his reputation on the incline. Additionally, MANLY has secured releases on prominent labels such as MALIGNANT, MENTIS, and SOUNDS OF MAYHEM, with the current focus of REVENGE earning the stamp of approval from bass icon PhaseOne. As he heads into what promises to be his strongest year yet, MANLY trajectory is nothing short of promising, making his one to watch for the year to come.

[Premiere] Adam Vaughn – In My Mind

Posted by Tyler Trew - January 3, 2025

Adam Vaughn kicks off 2025 with an explosion of energy in the form of his latest tech house anthem, “In My Mind.” A single that commands, delivering a full-throttle journey of dark, dirty tech house that stir the soul and radiate an undeniable inner brightness. Packed with intricate details and bursting with personality, Vaughn’s latest offering is a tech house banger that thrives on sheer power from start to finish.

Adam Vaughn says: “‘In My Mind’ is minimal with the lyrics. It features a chop I made in the buildup and the single line ‘It’s taking over in my mind.’ I initially wanted a track to just hit in a club with very minimal lyrics, and I feel this track does just that,” Vaughn explains. The themes of the track reflect the stress and introspection he’s faced over the past six months. “I started this track honestly 6 months ago and never really cared for it. In this time I have felt stressed out here and there so I dove back into all of my tracks, and the lyrics ‘It’s taking over in my mind’ really resonated with me. I ended up finishing this track that night and closed it out in the majority of my sets. It is important to remember as an artist, your creations often relate to your current feelings, your everyday life, etc. It’s really what makes you an artist.”

But Vaughn’s music has a deeper connection when you pull back the curtain. Performing also under the name Adam Vaughn Hare, he brings the depth of a musician rooted in guitar and piano from an early age. This foundation infuses his tracks with a rare blend of musicality and originality, setting him apart in the EDM scene. Known for his signature off-beat bass lines layered with emotional undertones, Vaughn’s sound is engineered turn up the energy and get the party started.

Whether crafting a new sound in the studio or delivering satisfying sets on stage, Adam Vaughn is a force to be reckoned with. “In My Mind” is a declaration of Vaughn’s desire to pour all into his passions as we press forward into the year.

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The Lost Boys & Griff Clawson – Sober

Posted by Hank - December 10, 2024

The Lost Boys and Griff Clawson collaborated to create “Sober,” a track with a message that seems pretty universal, especially for college kids. The track is basically about kissing someone for the first time when you’ve had a few too many beers, and then waking up the next morning and thinking to yourself that you want to do it again, but this time minus the beers. This message makes sense, given the guys are all in college, studying at Texas Christian University and New York University. But despite their age, their talent shines through. “Sober” is filled with production risks, interesting layers, and catchy vocals that you won’t wanna miss.

https://soundcloud.com/wearetlb/the-lost-boys-griff-clawson-sober

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[House] Qrion – GAF 1 EP

Posted by Clayton Warwick - December 10, 2024

In a sea of releases that sound like they came from the same project file on Ableton, GAF 1 differentiates itself quickly.

Coming your way via Japanese-born Qrion, this dynamic duo of tracks is unique, refreshing, and ready to take you through your work week and into the weekend. “QAF” leads the way, sporting quirky synths that playfully line up against rapid-fire hi-hats and thumping kicks. A well-crafted vocal chop brings in late-90s RnB flavor, making this a wonderfully curious listen.

“23” boasts a gorgeous compilation of sampling, utilizing vocal hums and portions of lyrics as synths. Those ethereal notes pair perfectly with a steady beat and deep house vibe, offering quite the opposing experience from its counterpart. Both work in tandem, though, showcasing the breadth of abilities this quickly-rising producer is capable of.

We try to act like we don’t care about things but in reality we really do, sometimes without even
realizing it. As I started to notice this about other people, I learned that I also give a fuck. That’s
where the inspiration for this project comes from – Qrion

’GAF’

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’23’

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[Electronic] Golden Vessel – MOONSTONE feat. Elkkle & Akurei

Posted by Tyler Trew - December 10, 2024

Golden Vessel of Australia is ending 2018 with one final and super solid release, entitled “MOONSTONE” with friends and fellow collaborators Elkkle & Akurei.

During a studio session Golden Vessel shares, ”I started telling them about the stolen moonstones and then morphed it into a metaphor for a conversation we were having earlier about missed opportunities and when we or friends miss out on something that should’ve been in reach (and the frustration around that). The stolen moonstones became the missed opportunities and we all started writing. We tried to sneak a few references from the different stories around stolen moon rocks into the song such as mentioning Joseph Gutheinz who was a NASA special agent tasked with recovering the missing rocks.” This one is out now and you can grab it everywhere.

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Fractures Reset [EP Review]

Posted by Clayton Warwick - December 10, 2024

[Electronic] Blue Tusk – The Librarian

Posted by Sara Natkins - December 10, 2024

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Andrea Graham, AKA The Librarian, returns with her latest single, “Blue Tusk.” Co-founder of the widely-celebrated Vancouver music festival Bass Coast, Graham dedicates her life to all things music. Whether she’s cooking up wicked cuts like “Blue Tusk” in the studio, or curating stages at Oregon Eclipse, this half-time bass extraordinaire is nothing short of impressive.

“Blue Tusk” is a spooky, bare-bones bass triumph that blossoms into a speedy treat with electrifying chord progressions. This immersive listening experience is a look into the future of bass music. Only her second single since her brief hiatus to focus on curation, “Blue Tusk” is succeeded by Bass Coast on July 12th where The Librarian will perform her first ever Boiler Room Set. Watch this space.