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Ape Rave Club Releases Digitized, Feel-Good House Single “Let The Music Take Control”

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Artist: Ape Rave Club
Title: Let The Music Take Control
Label: Self-release
 

Ape Rave Club – the world’s first performing NFT artist – is back to wow listeners with another out-of-this-world production in the form of their new single “Let The Music Take Control.” The track fits perfectly with Ape Rave Club‘s mysterious identity with its heavily digitized elements, which are present in everything from the sultry vocals that open the track to its sparkling top beat. Balanced with a groovy, deep bassline and infused with tech-house-influenced kickdrums, “Let The Music Take Control” is an upbeat, dancefloor-friendly tune that has a compelling story behind it.

The origin of the track is one and the same as the origin of Ape Rave Club, back when he was just a regular crypto ape who had made it big in the year 2031. “Giba,” as he was known back then, spent most of his time watching 3D movies at the Bored Ape Cinema, and one day found himself transported into Tomorrowland 2019 aftermovie. Like most natural-born ravers, Giba was immediately hooked – and the rave became his calling in life. He spent countless hours in his studio treehouse and then his rave cave, learning to DJ so that he could test his skills in the physical world. Shortly after, he manifested his dream of playing at Tomorrowland in 2022 on the festival’s iconic Mainstage. Ape Rave Club combines the universal language of music, special experiences, and endless ways to connect with fans on a whole new level. Keep your eyes peeled for more updates coming soon at Ape Rave Club.

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Nicky Romero Continues His “Nightvision” EP Rollout with Dark Dancefloor Filler “Desire” With TELYKAST & Linney. Out Now as Foretaste of Nicky’s Forthcoming “Nightvision” Open-To-Close Solo Show

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Artist: Nicky Romero, TELYKAST, Linney
Title: Desire
Label: Protocol Recordings

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Nicky Romero joins forces with artist duo TELYKAST and singer-songwriter Linney for his new track “Desire,” which is the third track from his forthcoming EP “Nightvision” and the very first solo show of the same name. With its mysteriously emotive vocals and contrasting dark basslines, “Desire” continues Romero‘s more underground and club-influenced sound for the project that he debuted with “Give In” and later continued with “Mahoya” from earlier this year. Linney‘s stunning vocal performance sets the stage while Romero and TELYKAST weave in deep, growling bass elements with ominous melodies, making “Desire” a sultry club track that’s sure to heat up dance floors this fall and winter and on December 02 at Amsterdam‘s AFAS Live during Nicky Romero‘s open-to-close performance. The young duo TELYKAST has amassed millions of streams on their original releases and remixed the likes of Imagine Dragons, Khalid, Tate McRae, Black Eyed Peas, Jennifer Lopez, and Daddy Yankee, while Linney‘s music is featured on TV shows such as Riverdale, The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, Ghosted: Love Gone Missing, Teen Mom, and more. Nicky‘s full “Nightvision” EP drops on December 01, just a day before his open-to-close solo show.

After taking the world by storm with early hits such as “Legacy” with Krewella, “Like Home” with NERVO and the #1 single “I Could Be The One” with Avicii, Nicky Romero quickly proved that his talent is ever-evolving and here to stay. After launching his Protocol Recordings imprint in 2012, the renowned performer, producer, and label head continued his personal successes with a string of high-profile releases, ranging from collaborations with Armin van Buuren, David Guetta, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, W&W, Timmy Trumpet and Steve Aoki to remixes for the likes of Bebe Rexha, Robin Schulz, Kygo, Rita Ora, Steve Aoki, Martin Garrix, Jess Glynne and more. While showcasing his label’s roster via his weekly Protocol Radio show, Nicky Romero continues to innovate and evolve, and with his annual “Nicky Romero & Friends” ADE showcase and the launch of Monocule alter-ego, he keeps proving his ability to turn into gold everything he touches and continues to push boundaries with each show concept and new release, forever instilling himself as a dance music icon.

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Moksi Starts New Chapter of His Career with Release of First Studio Album as Solo Artist With 12-Track “Moksi Crew.” Out Now on Barong Family

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Artist: Moksi
Title: Moksi Crew
Label: Barong Family

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The Dutch artist and producer Moksi returns with his third studio album – “Moksi Crew,” this time with Samir as the solo artist behind the name and a whole 12 tracks to prove that he is more than ready for this fresh start. On “Moksi Crew,” the listener is taken on a sonic journey that expands beyond Moksi‘s signature house-oriented sound into all types of mixes and fusions of house, bass, and techno, which is evident on every track. Expanding on its predecessor’s forward-thinking sonic architecture, “Moksi Crew” pulsates with untamed energy and channels the raw spirit of the dance floor. The album is named as a tribute to the deep-rooted connection with the fans – the Crew – honoring their enduring bond and the ruff’n ready energy they bring to gigs across the globe. The opening notes of “The Treble” with Mike Cervello start with minimal tech house beats and add funky melodies you can truly get down to, while numbers like “Killer Flex” see Moksi adding hip-hop vocals from Bok Nero to truly bridge genres. One of the album’s hardest tracks is “Me to Blame,” which rides on bass and house beats with mechanical synths, stabbing basslines, and distorted vocals. “There Is Life” is a true techno gem to close out the album, complete with spoken word riffs. More than just the next chapter, “Moksi Crew” is an urgent statement of intent. Harder, better, faster, stronger, yet unmistakably familiar. While Samir has had quite the journey to arrive at the point of “Moksi Crew,” this is simply the beginning of a brand and exciting new era.

“When I started Moksi in 2015, I never would’ve thought it would turn out to be such a versatile act. While pioneering the bass house genre, I quite organically expanded my sound to a much wider range within dance music. Touching on house, tech house, melodic house, deep house, and techno. For the “Moksi Crew” album, I wanted to keep building on all those influences. The goal was to make an album that reflects me as an artist while challenging the popular sounds within today’s house music revival. My approach to my production process was quite technical for what I’m used to. All to find interesting new sound design techniques to make it sound different from other music I’ve been working on in the past. It was so fun to actually get my hands dirty and rediscover myself. My goal as a producer is never to reproduce other people’s sound or to release music that connects easily to the masses. The contrary is true; I want to make music that pushes a sound forward. Music that builds on the shoulders of all the house music giants that came before me. The goal should always be growth, never success, because success is the thief of ambition. With that in mind, I hope this album will add to the ever-evolving story of house music.” – Moksi about “Moksi Crew“

Moksi began their musical career as a duo in 2015. They caught the attention of Yellow Claw and released their single “Getting Higher” on Barong Family, which put Moksi on the map and eventually led to the release of 2 albums and numerous successful singles on labels like STMPD RCRDS, Confession, Revealed, Barong Family, Musical Freedom, and many others. That same year, Moksi made their stage debut, which has led to an incredible list of amazing performances over the years at clubs and festivals like Tomorrowland, EDC Las Vegas, Spring Awakening, Ultra Music Festival, Lollapalooza, Brooklyn Mirage, Academy LA, Ushuaïa, Bootshaus and many more. Keep an eye out for more news from Moksi coming soon as 2023 and the release of “Moksi Crew” marks a new start for Moksi as a solo artist and producer.

“Moksi Crew” tracklist:

01. Moksi & Mike Cervello – The Treble
02. Moksi – Calm Down ft. Digitzz & Emy Perez
03. Moksi & Domper – Killer Flex ft. Bok Nero
04. Moksi – Ring Ding Ding
05. Moksi – Awkward Behavior ft. Dread MC
06. Moksi & RITN – Move To This
07. Moksi & Vysen – Me To Blame
08. Moksi & Nostalgix – Gimme Bass
09. Moksi & Eleganto – Black On Black
10. Moksi & Fightclvb – Dominican ft. Kapoh
11. Moksi & Gentlemen’s Club – Tempo ft. Emy Perez
12. Moksi – There Is Life

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Duxie Franklin Interview

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Where are you currently based?

I’m in a quiet suburban area in the Melbourne’s south-east. Nature is my biggest creative inspiration so in a perfect world I would live by the coast and/or lots of bushland.

How did you first start playing music?

As a reluctant yet talented child dragged by my mother to weekly piano lessons. I hated practicing but I loved music and even started composing and writing my own songs from about 9 years old.

What’s been happening recently?

In my little corner of the time-space continuum, I have been rehearsing lots with my band, recording and producing more new music and brainstorming how to film a music video which is set in a lounge room submerged in a swimming pool. Stay tuned!

Your latest single ‘Kitschy Coo’ is out now, what influenced the sound and songwriting?

I wrote the song very quickly – or it wrote itself, as sometimes happens – after a late night watching a gig. Someone I idolised was up on stage and seeing them perform was a reality check for me as I realised they were nothing like I had imagined.

What does this track mean to you?

The track has grown in meaning over time and it’s sound has changed; it became groovier, more fun and light-hearted. I still have no clue why I started singing ‘kitschy kitschy coo’ for the choruses but it stuck! Now the song serves as a cheeky reminder to beware of unfounded infatuation with people you only know from a distance.

Where and when did you record/produce/master and who did you work with?

I recorded ‘Kitschy Coo’ over the last year with Simon Rigoni from 2-Inch Tape at his Room 29 Studio. I think things took a long time because we were getting used to each other’s working process and figuring out the best way to produce the track.

How did you approach the recording process?

This song definitely took a journey to end up where it is now! We started with the basic guitar tracks and a scratch vocal and then added, added and added some more. At some point I felt I could hear some strings, especially through the bridge which needed a lush, majestic treatment. So I wrote parts for a 6-piece string ensemble and played them all myself. Other parts included congas, a 12-string guitar, multiple backing vocals, synths and organs.

Simon complained (probably justifiably so) a lot about the number of tracks – it made mixing somewhat challenging!

Any shows coming up?

Yes! On October 15th we’re doing a huge launch show at Shotkickers in Thornbury from 2pm. Crumbe are launching their debut album; 2-Inch Tape are launching the single ‘What I Need’; and Fawkner Walking Society are launching their single ‘Cheddar Road’. They’re calling it ‘the launch party to beat all launch parties’.

Who are you listening to at the moment?

I love Eloise’s album Drunk on a Flight. The production and the song-writing as well as her voice and those keys are just divine. Also I’ve been roller-skating lately to a soundtrack of 1950s doo-wop swoon nuggets.

What’s planned for the remainder of 2023 going into 2024?

Launching ‘Kitschy Coo’ and the music video is my major milestone for this year and still an ongoing project. I’m planning to get out and be gigging more over the summer, solo, in my duo Duxie & Luxie, and with my band. I will also continue working on recording and production for the other songs I’ve got in the pipeline. And of course I will spend an inordinate amount of time at the beach and in a swimming pool.

Favourite food and place to hangout?

A perfectly cooked authentic Italian pasta with lots of oil, salt and cheese! Also, bubble tea.

Favourite hang-out is my secret underground roller-skating car park.

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PACES – Three Summers LP

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A lot has happened for Paces (Mikey Perry)  in the last few years. Significant life changes and a stylistic relaunch that only his closest friends might have seen coming. Breaking into our hearts 10 years ago as a producer of joyful, future bass music, his recent pivot to deeply personal pop-punk took many by surprise. Subbing-in for fuzzy synths and tropical tuned percussion were blaring guitars and for the first time Mikey’s own vocals. Last year’s single Adrift was the bellwether followed by a string of tracks that not only sounded different but played a distinct role in Mikey’s life. Rather than an opportunity for play and escapism, Perry wrote an album’s worth of remedial tunes and cathartic lyrics. “I started songwriting as a form of therapy. I ended up really loving it and wrote this whole album just for myself, never intending to show anyone. It helped me to redirect some of that negative energy into something positive.”

Written to remain private, Paces has been moved by the response to Adrift, Butterflies, Brain Got Hands and Silver Lining, the singles that previewed the forthcoming Three Summers LP.

Yet, as each of these tunes came out the response from new and old fans became more and more heartening. Paces found that opening up about interpersonal, romantic and internal struggles was not just of personal benefit but something that he could offer the world. Followings some initial reluctance, Paces is now proud of the impact he could make by being so candid. “After some encouragement from close friends, I decided to release it and I’m so glad I did. It’s been heartwarming to hear from people who’ve connected with the initial singles on a mental health level.”  An exceptional collection of intimate, intriguing and inspirational tracks, the Three Summers LP consolidates a tumultuous period into an album of bare moments and raw memories. “.. for me this album is about finding my voice, beginning a new chapter, and it’s a snapshot of where I’ve been for three summers.”  For the first time in nearly 3 years Paces will be hitting the stage for the Three Summers LP album tour. Debuting his live vocals, the string of east coast dates will be undoubtedly full of special moments. Paces – Three Summers LP is out on all platforms, 6th of October via Off Leash Records with the supporting tour on the following dates.

17th November: The Gasometer Hotel, Naarm/Melbourne

18th November: Oxford Art Factory, Eroa/Sydney

25th November: Stranded Bar, Meanjin/Brisbane

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Spotify Link: https://open.spotify.com/album/2vi52gg6nOm2BRjQjqsXuI

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Chayce Kennedy Interview

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Where are you currently based?

I am based in Penticton, British Columbia in Canada.

How did you first start playing music?

I grew up with a piano in my home, and I would always fiddle around with notes, so my parents then got me into piano lessons. I eventually started looking up my favourite songs and finding the lyrics and chords, and then I would play and sing them. I have videos on my childhood iPad of me singing and playing with the iPad propped up on the piano shelf right in front of my face. The videos are pretty hilarious and precious at the same time. Good memories – haha!

What’s been happening recently?

For the past 7 months, I’ve been working on my 5-song debut EP ‘Yours Truly’ with Brian West and Ryan Stewart. It’s been a very exciting and inspiring time recording music and being in the studio working with such talented producers.

I just released the first single off the EP, “Mr. Super Fine”, and the rest of the songs will be released over the next 6 months .

Your latest single “Mr. Super Fine” is out now, what influenced the sound and songwriting?

I wanted to create a fun-loving story with a bubbly, very pop sound.

“Mr. Super Fine” is influenced by young love and my experiences with it so far. I’m only 19, so I don’t have tons of experience, but what I do know is the feeling of meeting someone new and having the feeling of curiosity, being hopeful, and excited. It’s such a fun feeling finding someone you click with and hoping they feel the same way and want to keep getting to know you.

How did this single come about?

I was sitting at my piano in my studio just fiddling around with chords and melodies and then randomly came up with the line “Mr. Super Fine, when can I call you mine” and thought that was a pretty good catch line so built upon that.

What does “Mr. Super Fine” mean to you?

“Mr. Super Fine” means someone who I feel like is my Prince Charming. In the moment, when you just meet someone, everything feels so shiny and new. You don’t know much about this person, but what you do know is how you feel around them. Nothing is complicated yet, it’s just exciting. So to me, “Mr. Super Fine” means the feelings of fun, exciting, hopeful young love.

Where and when did you record/produce/master?

I recorded “Mr. Super Fine” in April in Vancouver with Ryan Stewart, who produced the song. It was mastered by Bradley from Mr. Smith Productions.

Please tell us about your experience with producer Ryan Stewart:

I’ve worked with Ryan Stewart before and he’s always such a pleasure to work with. His studio environment is relaxing and comfortable and it’s such an inspiring space. He is super organized and we get down to creating right away and the process is quite quick when things are rolling.

Ryan is very creative and it’s very cool seeing him put the beat to the song and all the additional sounds to make it come to life. The whole studio experience is amazing and I love it so much.

How does this track fit in with your debut EP that’s coming in 2024?

My EP “Yours Truly” targets many subjects such as body image, mental health, some young love as well as some of the struggles with love.

“Mr. Super Fine” fits well in my opinion as it’s a fun loving, happy track that brings some light to the EP and contrasts some of the other more serious topics.

Any live shows coming up?

Yes! I am beyond stoked to be opening for the Juno Award-winning Good Lovelies on October 26th at The Creekside theatre in Lake Country.

How has Taylor Swift inspired you to play music?

I went to the 1989 tour in Vancouver with my mom and Taylor put on an exceptional performance. I saw the way she interacted with the crowd, her stage presence, her energy, and the whole environment was surreal.

I knew after watching that concert and seeing her passion for music come alive and light up the stage that I wanted to pursue a career in music.

Who are you listening to at the moment?

At the moment, I’m listening to Tate McRae, Taylor Swift as always, Sia, and Jamie Fine to list a few. I’m always listening to many artists though.

What’s planned for the remainder of 2023?

For the remainder of 2023, I’m performing at venues throughout the Okanagan, planning and filming music videos for the next singles getting released and – as always – writing new music!

Favourite food and place to hangout?

My favourite food is probably fries. My favourite place to hangout would be either the beach during the summer with my friends , or if I’m by myself, it would definitely be my home studio.

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Colourburn Interview

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Where are you currently based?
Melbourne, Australia.

How and when did the band form?
We formed in 2021, though I (Josh) started writing in 2020. Jack joined first with Jordyn joining about a year later.

What’s been happening recently?

We’ve launched our first single which is super exciting to finally get that out into the world!
Now we’re preparing to launch more music in the coming months.

Your single ‘Star’ is out now which is off your upcoming EP out on November 24, what influenced the sound and songwriting?
Honestly it’s hard to pinpoint it haha we have so many different influences. At the time I loved the grunge vibes from bands like Narrow Head and Fleshwater but then I also was digging bands like Citizen and Teenage wrist (along with a heap of others). I didn’t really think too much about our sound and just went with what felt right.

What does this track mean to you?
It means the world! Being one of the songs I first wrote for this band, it’s awesome to finally get it out there.

What can we expect from your upcoming EP?
There’s a lot of variety, from mosh-worthy riffs to catchy lyrics, I think there’s something in it for everyone.

Where did you record/produce/master?

Chris Vernon produced, mixed and mastered.

How did you approach the recording process?

We went in with an open mind and basically let Chris throw any ideas at us we had and collaborated with that to try and make it the best we could.

Any shows coming up?
Not as of yet though we’ve been working hard in the rehearsal room perfecting our live performance.

What’s planned for the remainder of 2023?

We’ve got some more releases coming, dropping a music video for our next single, as well as something else in December which is a bit of a secret for now 😉 

Favourite food and place to hangout?
Home made pizza and probably on the couch playing mario kart haha.

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HIGHLINE return with heartfelt new single ‘EXIT A’

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With their first release for 2023, Eora/Sydney’s Highline channel grief, loss and regret on the beautifully bittersweet ‘Exit A’; a perfectly crafted indie ballad that showcases the 5-piece as a rising force in the scene. 

‘Exit A’ explores the loss of a friend and the inescapable sense of regret that follows. Although thematically the track is somber and reflective, sonically ‘Exit A’ feels overwhelmingly cathartic; with melancholic vocal melodies, atmospheric synth work and dreamy guitars that flood the mix at the apex of the song. ‘Exit A’ is a perfect example of how dynamics can shape a song, and although the chord progression is simple, the layered production and songwriting technique on ‘Exit A’ shows the young band are at the peak of their powers. 

“Exit A is a song about losing a friend. It’s reflecting on the loss and realizing that the writing was on the wall so to speak “I should have seen this coming from miles away”. It’s frustrating losing people that once meant so much to you and this song expresses that frustration. The song captures the sadness that comes with witnessing this happen and the reflective emotions that come with recognising things aren’t how they used to be, and wondering whether you could have stopped it from happening.

This song was one of those tunes where the general premise was always there but no progress was really made for about a year then it all sort of wrote itself within a couple of hours. The title came about because the chords were E and A, so we just called the song EA, which is how we arrived at Exit A.” 

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Written during a trip to the Blue Mountains, the songwriting for ‘Exit A’ was a group effort for the band with everyone pitching in to get the song done. Once the songwriting had been completed, the band headed to Golden Retriever studios in Marrickville to work with Cal Howell, known best for his work with Ocean Alley. 

“The song came about pretty organically. It started with Rhys bringing the chords in and we were pretty eager to smash out a big outro to it; Sam brought the words and the story inspired by a personal experience. We did a little songwriting trip to the Blue Mountains where we finished off most of the song. Then later we did another trip to Jamberoo and all chipped in to finish off lyrics and flesh out the outro. We have always done writing trips away and these are always some of our favourite moments together as a group. 

We recorded it with Cal Howell (Ocean Alley) as the producer, at Golden Retriever Studios in Marrickville. Before we went in, Cal helped break down the song before we went in and made sure that outro builded right until the end. Loved working with Cal – really passionate and fun too. I like how this one has a slow and sweet swell. The outro has mostly an instrumental vibe, as opposed to a melody-driven solo, which is new for us.” 

SAM RIGNEY, HIGHLINE

Highline have gone from strength to strength over the last couple of years, currently sitting at 1.6m+ streams on Spotify alone, 2k+ followers on Instagram and 15k+ on Tik Tok. They’ve received consistent airplay on triple j (‘Chasing Heaven’ (2021), ‘Staying Sane’ (2021) and ‘Enough for You and Me’ (2022)), editorial support from Pilerats, Life Without Andy, Tonedeaf, Music Feeds, The AU Review, LivewireAU and many more. They’ve also made big moves on the performance front, supporting the likes of Old Mervs, Rum Jungle, Dear Sunday, Pacific Avenue, and playing this years Icebreaker Festival at the Factory Theatre in Sydney alongside Tyne-James Organ, Annie Hamilton, Death by Denim, The Moving Stills and Asha Jefferies. Highline are just starting to hit their stride, and with ‘Exit A’ it seems the tail end of 2023 will be huge for the up-and-coming band. 

PRAISE FOR HIGHLINE

“Backed by addictively nostalgic guitars and some clattery drums, frontman Sam Rigney marries the unbridled fire of youth with the cool rush of maturation”

LIFE WITHOUT ANDY 

“It’s catchy, crafty indie-pop that brings together influences spread across indie, brit-pop and alt-rock”

PILERATS

“their music is an exciting mix of indie rock incorporating some brit-pop elements. It’s characterized by sweet guitars and emotive melodies lending itself to their own familiar yet exciting brand of rock.”

THE AU REVIEW

“one of my fave festival memories is belting out the kooks as a 19yo as the sun set at falls and this one has me thinking highline are set for a big stage sometime soon.”

DECLAN BYRNE, TRIPLE J 

“It sounds like the singer wants to let rip – you can tell he’s got a rasp not dissimilar to Jimmy from The Vanns or Caleb of Spacey Jane. The trick they pull though is to keep this one grounded and controlled.”

DAVE RUBY HOWE, TRIPLE J UNEARTHED

“Catchy melodies bring together the best of indie-rock and brit-pop into a very good time, ensuring the band should be on your radar this year”

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Exit A is out September 13th 

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The Kiwis are coming: 30 NZ artists to perform at SXSW SYDNEY®

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As SXSW Sydney® approaches, today Creative New Zealand, Te Māngai Pāho and the New Zealand Music Commission have announced Aotearoa New Zealand @ SXSW Sydney, a 3-day activation within the festival & conference including one of the biggest Kiwi music line-ups to be seen outside of New Zealand alongside a series of networking events, panel presentations showcasing contemporary culture and creativity from the land of the long white cloud.

The programme will open on Wednesday 18 October with a focus on NZ gaming innovations led by NZ esports company Letsplay.Live. An indigenous screen content series will follow on Thursday with Friday focusing on music performances.

Music standouts across Aotearoa NZ @ SXSW Sydney include ASHY, Park Road, Daily J, Foley, Jordyn With A Why, Vera Ellen & Will Swinton. With 2.5 million+ streams across all platforms R&B, dance & contemporary artist ASHY will be performing off the back of her NZ Charts #1 single ‘No Man’s Land’. Indie band PARK RD have drawn comparisons to The 1975 & have just wrapped up a string of SOLD OUT shows across Auckland & Wellington before their jaunt to SXSW Sydney.  Auckland act Daily J need no introduction to Australian audiences, with 2 x SOLD OUT Australian tours already in their back pockets. Wellington-based Vera Ellen will be looking to capitalize on a string of accolades, including being named ‘Best Alternative Artist’ at the 2022 Aotearoa Music Awards.

“It’s an absolute pleasure to be amongst the Aotearoa contingent this year at the first ever SXSW Sydney. We are so inspired by our fellow kiwi artists, and to stand alongside them to perform at Aotearoa NZ House is incredibly exciting – it’s going to be one for the ages’
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Aotearoa NZ @ SXSW Sydney will also feature performances from Auckland based kapa haka Angitu who will infuse the space at Rouge Sydney on Darling Harbour with the essence of Aotearoa with their unique and modern take on traditional Māori performance.

Wednesday, October 18th will open with ‘The New Zealand Gaming Panel – embracing indigenous Māori to accelerate the sector’, with speakers from Ara Journeys, NZ Esports Federation & Te Papatipu Matihiko, alongside the first ever indigenous esport test match  competing at the video game ‘Rocket League’.

Thursday, October 19th sees a focus on Māori content creation, featuring the Māori Content Producer’s Series.

Friday, October 20th’s panel switches focus to music and the revitalisation of Māori language through waiata (song). ‘Waiata Anthems’, an initiative that is changing the contemporary sound and attitudes of Aotearoa NZ will feature in discussion, followed by performances by Waiata Anthems artists Mohi, & Jordyn With a Why.

Each day is finished with live music showcases from the line-up of Kiwi artists.

AOTEAROA NZ @ SXSW SYDNEY LINEUP

0800
ASHY
Daffodils
Daily J
Foley
Huia
JessB
Jordyn With A Why
Jujulipps
Mazbou Q
MELODOWNZ
Mim Jensen
MOHI
Mousey
Paige
PARK RD
PERE
Rebel Reid
Rei
RIIKI REID
Soaked Oats
SWIDT
Swizl Jager
Te Kuru Dewes
There’s a Tuesday
Tipene
Vera Ellen
WHO SHOT SCOTT
Will Swinton

PRAISE FOR AOTEAROA NZ  ARTISTS

“There are hints of Olivia Rodrigo and Dua Lipa in “LA Talk”, with ASHY’s luscious vocals sliding effortlessly over a lightly funky bassline.”
ASHY – Rolling Stone Australia

“With subtle hints of pop electronica, floaty synth-laced melodies, and delicate guitar blends, Daily J has carved themselves a niche that’s proving popular, particularly on the summer festival circuit.”
Daily J – Live Nation ‘One’s To Watch’

“Jordyn With A Why has only been releasing music professionally since 2021 but in that time, she has emerged as an artist to watch; an important new storyteller joining the current wave of young Pacific Islanders putting their music on the map.”
Jordyn With A Why – ABC Pacific

“‘TONGUE’ yet again showcases Ash Wallace and Gabe Everett’s innate creative understanding, with the former’s sugary vocals flourishing over a resolutely upbeat rhythm. It’s difficult to not to get swept up in the addictive rush of such pure pop.”
FOLEY – Rolling Stone Australia

“West Auckland has been a proven breeding ground for musical talent over the years. Park Rd, the latest act to emerge out of the Titirangi hills, hadn’t released their first EP when they played a sold out gig at the central city’s The Tuning Fork. Their motor’s running hot, and showing no signs of cooling.”
Park Rd – NZ Musician

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DUXIE FRANKLIN – MELBOURNE BASED SINGER/SONGWRITER RELEASES CHARMING NEW SINGLE + MUSIC VIDEO ‘KITSCHY COO’ + ANNOUNCES LAUNCH SHOW

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Melbourne based Singer Songwriter Duxie Franklin has unveiled her charming new single and music video called ‘Kitschy Coo’, which was premiered exclusively via Scenestr.

She has also announced that she will be playing a launch show on October 15 at Shotkickers (Melbourne) alongside Crumbe, 2 Inch Tape and Fawkner Walking Society.

Hailed as “one of the country’s most unique and exciting emerging acts” (Happy Mag), Duxie Franklin effortlessly combines elements of Pop, Indie, Alternative and Folk to create her endearing sound. Her unique and catchy melodies draw frequent comparisons to legends such as Joni Mitchell, Kate Bush, Björk and Gillian Welch.

The multitalented artist debuted in 2017 with the release of her single ‘Get A Real Job’. She then followed up with release of several singles that built up to the launch of her debut EP called ‘Watch Your Soul’ in 2020. The EP received positive coverage Scenestr, Happy Mag and The Soundcheck, whilst securing airplay across the country.

Franklin recently entered the studio once more to work on a brand-new set of releases.

New single ‘Kitschy Coo’ is available on all major online stores and streaming services.

UPCOMING SHOWS
Oct 15th – Shotkickers, Melbourne, VIC
W/ Crumbe (Launch Party) + 2 Inch Tape + Fawkner Walking Society
Tickets available at www.humantix.com | 18+ only
“One of the finest voices in the city”
Melbourne Unplugged 

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Everlyne Interview

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Where are you currently based? 

We are based out of Melbourne’s west and playing shows in an around Melbourne

How did the band form? 

The band came together after Jordan and Nathan wrapped up with a band after about 3 years of playing around Melbourne. The boys were keen to keep writing and playing and reached out. We first crossed paths at a battle of the bands where I performed with a band I was with in high school. We began jamming and tried a couple of different drummers until I floated the idea with Sam, who was a friend of mine from uni, about joining and he was beyond keen. 

What’s been happening recently?

We most recently played a show with our mates in Future Static before they Jetsetted over to Europe. We have also been in and out of the studio with our producer Chris Lalic (Windwaker) writing and recording.

Your latest single ‘Wreck-less’ is out now, what influenced the sound and songwriting?

So this was a track that we worked on alongside our last single ‘The Inbetween’. We had previously written some heavier, darker tunes with big riffs and cool synth elements and we wanted to explore and expand on that further. We experimented a little more with electronic tones and came up with some really fun, energetic songs that get your head bopping. Jordan and Nathan were heavily inspired by the League of Legends soundtracks and their goal was to write the next theme for League of Legends Worlds. 

How did this track come about?

The same way we have written most of our tunes, but just experimenting. The writing process for this and ‘The Inbetween’ had been our first time working with Lalic and we went into the process bright eyed and ready to try something new. We picked a couple inspo songs that we liked the sounds of as well as what we had all been listening to recently. From there we started playing around with chords and synths, messing with a whole heap of different sounds and combos until we find something we like. I (Mac) spend most of my time humming along, coming up with melodies that Lalic and I will throw back and forth until we are happy with something. 

From here I separate from the group and write the lyrics. For ‘Wreck-less’ I wanted to try something different than my usual style and I decided to pick a topic and use buzz words relating to it to come up with the lyric structure. A little technique I picked up in one of my songwriting classes at uni.

What does Wreck-less mean to you?

‘Wreck-less’ is all about self-actualisation and finding yourself in spite of any outside influences. It talks about wanting to be everything or try to be everything but still remaining true to yourself.

Where and when did you record/produce/master and who did you work with?

We worked with Chris Lalic on this tune, who did all of the drum production. He really got what we were trying to achieve and the different direction we were trying to take, capturing our vision. Sam worked with Chris Blancato to get the drums sounding amazing. The last piece of the puzzle was the music video and Colin Jeffs (Ten of Swords Media) made a banger of a clip for us. There were a whole heap of people behind the scenes that helped our video to come to life, so shout out to Bridget (Alt Affect) and Lauren (Makeup artist) who helped us look our hottest on camera. 

How did you approach the recording process?

We hadn’t worked with Chris before and this was the first song that we ended up working on and wrapping up. We worked with different people for our previous releases and didn’t really know what to expect. Chris really had a great approach to helping build the foundations of the track and the rest of it just fell into place.

Who are you listening to at the moment?

There is so much amazing stuff around at the moment, especially in and around Melbourne. I’ve been listening to The Motion Below and The Last Martyr. We played some shows with Nth Rd last year and their latest is awesome. I’m also super keen for Bring Me The Horizon’s upcoming release later this year.

What’s planned for the remainder of 2023?

We have a show coming up with RinRin (WA) and some other amazing bands in November at Stay Gold. Hit us up on socials and let us know if you’re planning to come down and hang out. Outside of that, we are keen to get to as many gigs as possible and enjoy the summer weather!

Favourite food and place to hangout?

Nothing beats chips and gravy from the local charcoal chicken shop and my favourite place to hang out would be at home on the couch with my dog, Jack and a good book.

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Line-ups revealed for NATIONAL LIVE MUSIC AWARDS in October

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Just two weeks away, the National Live Music Awards (NLMAs) are thrilled to reveal the first names set to grace stages around Australia on 11th October 2023.

The NLMAs are held simultaneously in every State and Territory, with eight FREE events and more than 60 awards handed out on the night across the country.

The nominees were revealed at BIGSOUND earlier this month, with King Stingray and King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard receiving six nominations apiece. You can find the full list here: https://www.nlmas.com.au/nominees

Many of those nominees will be performing at events around the country. At UC Hub, in Canberra, the nominees for Best Live Act in the ACT, ARCHIE will be joined by the nominee for Best Live Voice, Tasha Nauenburg, who will perform with her band Bad Lunar.

Nominees for Best Blues & Roots act, Sweet Talk, will be hitting the stage at the Melbourne event, joined by nominees for Best Country Act, Hana and Jessie-Lee’s Bad Habits. The night will be hosted by Mia and Sam from SYN’s The Hoist at Music Market.

At The Great Club in Sydney, Best Folk Act nominee Melody Pool will perform, as will Best Guitarist nominee Chloe Dadd, who will perform her solo project of the same name. Chloe is also known for her work with May-a and Peach PRC. Susan Heymann will be presented with her Live Legend award at this event. A special surprise guest will also perform!

In Perth, fresh off being announced as the national support for Matchbox Twenty and the Goo Goo Dolls, Siobhan Cotchin will be bringing her full band to The Bird for a very special intimate set. Siobhan has two nominations this year, for Best Country Act and Best Live Voice in WA. She will be joined by nominee for Best Live Voice in WA, ANESU, a transgender rapper born in Zimbabwe & raised in Perth, drawing influences from both countries.

In Hobart, at The Simple Complex, attendees will enjoy performances from Tasmanian Best Live Act nominee Threats and two nominees for Best Live Voice, Grace Chia and Tasha Zappala. The night will be hosted by Corey Stephen from Edge Radio.

In Darwin, comedian Amy Hetherington will be the very special host for the evening, with live performances from multiple nominee Caiti Baker, and local punk/rock outfit Temperamental.

In Adelaide, Best Live Voice in SA nominee Carla Lippis will be performing with her band Carla Lippis & Mondo Psycho. Best Live Act Nominees The Empty Threats will also be performing, alongside fellow nominees Rocky’s Pride and Joy. Isaac Selby from Three D Radio will be the MC for the evening.

And finally, in Brisbane, Best Live Voice in QLD nominee Jesswar will close the evening at Stranded Bar, with Gold Coast Music Award winners Buttered opening things up.

This is but a taste of what’s to come, with the full lineup of presenters and special guests to be revealed closer to the date. Stay tuned to nlmas.com.au for more information, and head to nlmas.oztix.com.au to get tickets to any remaining events – at the time of this release going out, NSW and VIC are sold out of GA RSVPs – but limited tickets will be given away through 2SER and SYN respectively.

ACT
UC Hub, Canberra/Ngunnawal

Featuring Live Performances From:
ARCHIE
Bad Lunar

VIC
Music Market, Melbourne/Naarm 
Hosted by Mia and Sam from The Hoist, SYN

Featuring Live Performances From:
Hana and Jessie-Lee’s Bad Habits
Sweet Talk

QLD
Stranded, Brisbane/Meanjin

Featuring Live Performances From:
Jesswar
Buttered

NSW
The Great Club, Sydney/Eora
Hosted by Danny Chifley of 2SER

Featuring Live Performances From:
Melody Pool
Chloe Dadd
…and a very special surprise guest!

Plus the Live Legend presentation to Susan Heymann and plenty of surprises!

NT
Darwin Railway Club, Darwin/Garramilla
Hosted by Amy Hetherington

Featuring Live Performances From:
Caiti Baker
Temperamental

TAS
The Simple Complex, Hobart/Nipaluna
Hosted by Corey Stephen from Edge Radio

Featuring Live Performances From:
Threats
Tasha Zappala
Grace Chia

SA
Jive, Adelaide/Tarntanya
Hosted by Isaac Selby from Three D Radio

Featuring Live Performances From:
The Empty Threats
Rocky’s Pride and Joy
Carla Lippis & Mondo Psycho

WA
The Bird, Perth/Boorloo
Hosted by Pam Boland from RTR FM

Featuring Live Performances From:
Siobhan Cotchin
ANESU

For more details about all events, head to nlmas.com.au.
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Julia Sound Will Release Their 3rd Single A Remix Of “Rise From The Ashes” Taken From Their Recently Released LP “Nothing Above The Blue Sky” Via Boomsmack Records

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Julia Sound, a rising collective in Canada’s vibrant music scene, is thrilled to announce the release of their latest single, “Rise From The Ashes” in collaboration with Yo Megasonic.“Rise From The Ashes” is an anthem for those who have confronted challenges and emerged victorious. It serves as an invitation for listeners to embrace their inner strength and persevere through life’s tribulations. Julia Sound’s music is a poignant reminder that everyone possesses the power to transcend difficulties and rediscover their inner fire.
The emotive rap traverses an electronic musical landscape, delivering poignant lyrics that resonate with the universal human experience. Megasonic’s voice exudes raw authenticity, forging a deep connection with listeners. With its inspirational message and epic soundscapes, “Rise From The Ashes” has the potential to resonate with a broad audience.

Led by producer-composer Lin Gardiner, Julia Sound aims to highlight the disparity between the rich and poor in the current climate crisis. “I’d been struck over the last few years how disconnected humanity seems to have become,” says Gardiner. Not just because of Covid, but the ever-widening gap between the 1% and everyone else. In ‘Rise FromThe Ashes’, Yo Megasonic (an integral part of the collective) and I call out the 1% and their role in planetary decline. The billionaires and their pointless race to populate other planets, while the one we have needs so much attention; the fossil fuel magnates, who double down on their efforts to extract what we know is causing so much damage; the rich powerful ‘influencers’ who are instrumental in spreading misinformation and conspiracy theories, which have many becoming absorbed into nonsense arguments and culture wars.”

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For 10-year Anniversary of “Tsunami,” DVBBS Returns To Their Underground Roots with New, Dark Progressive Club Hit “Breathe,” Featuring Chrome Hearts’ Jesse Jo Stark. Out Now on Spinnin’ Records/Warner

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Artist: DVBBS
Title: Breathe (ft. Jesse Jo Stark)
Label: Spinnin’ Records/Warner Music

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On the 10-year anniversary of their epic rise to fame with 9 x platinum-certified 2013’s “Tsunami” DVBBS goes back to the underground with their brand new release “Breathe.” The duo teams up on it with Jesse Jo Stark of the Chrome Hearts fashion family and one of the brand’s lead designers, which sets the stage with a deep, driving beat in its opening notes. Combining Jesse‘s mesmerizing, haunting vocal riffs with eerie soundscapes and minimal percussion, DVBBS steers the ship straight into the sonic underground with a breathtakingly sinister drop that’s simply designed for dark club dance floors as well as big main stages of festivals across the globe. “Breathe” sees them returning to their roots with the same sound that catapulted them to global stage with “Tsunami” a decade ago, with has since amassed several platinum and gold certifications worldwide, peaked charts in almost 20 countries, and made DVBBS a household name. Jesse Jo Stark explores new ground with “Breathe,” which sees her departing from her usual alt-pop wheelhouse and looking after the creative side of Chrome Hearts. Stark also designed all of the aesthetic fashion in the track’s accompanying music video. Read on for more about the track from the artists themselves.

“Since we put out our first global hit – ‘Tsunami,’ 10 years ago, everything that happened afterward was a wild ride. From releasing original and collaborative dancefloor fillers with the likes of Martin Garrix, Tiësto, Major Lazer, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike to having all the DJs supporting our music to selling out our own shows and worldwide tours where we performed in front of millions of our fans throughout the years, to being in constant rotation on radio airwaves globally, we’ve got to the point where we can do what we want while staying independent. After a stream of successful radio and crossover releases during the past years with the likes of Blackbear, Kane Brown, Wiz Khalifa, Quinn XCII, 2 Chainz, Aloe Blacc & Cody Simpson, to name a few, it’s time we go dive deep to the underground where everything started for us, our fans & our team. We are stoked about bringing Jesse Jo Stark with us. She’s one of the dopest upcoming acts with a voice & presence that will take you down full journey into her world of melody, fashion & rock n roll… and let me tell you her world is like nothing that you have experienced before. We are looking forward to what the next 10 years will bring.” – DVBBS

“‘Breathe‘ makes me want to thrash around naked and release all my demons! it’s a sexy wet paradise!” – Jesse Jo Stark

DVBBS

Only a few producers have risen to the top in the electronic music scene as quickly as DVBBS, who captured the industry’s attention with hits like “Tsunami” and “Not Going Home” and never let it go. The Canadian brothers Alex and Christopher have been continuously cultivating their sound since their debut in 2012 and have racked up an impressive display of collaborations with renowned names from diverse musical backgrounds, such as blackbear, 24kGoldn, Jasmine Thompson, Belly, NERVO, Juicy J, Galantis, Cody Simpson, Aloe Blacc, Icona Pop, GASHI,  and more. DVBBS continue to prove there’s nothing they can’t accomplish. Their hits, such as “La La Land,” “Gold Skies,” and the breakthrough “Angel” are staples in every dance music fan’s library. Prior to the global pandemic, DVBBS performed a staggering 250 dates per year at some of the world’s hottest music festivals and top-tier clubs, including Tomorrowland, EDC Las Vegas, Ultra Music Festival, Hakkasan Las Vegas or Ibiza‘s Amnesia, and Ushuaia. Throughout their career, DVBBS has proved they are relentlessly dedicated to expanding their global footprint and bringing cutting-edge new music to their listeners.

Jesse Jo Stark

An LA native with a lifelong immersion in rock ‘n’ roll, Jesse Jo Stark‘s story seeps through her music – a heady, stylized mix of earthy Americana and Hollywood allure. The music is timeless, with unmissable nods to 70s rock, classic country, and ethereal pop, while heavy strokes of sex and kitsch add a playfulness to the workmanship of her songwriting. In 2014, she worked with former Sex Pistols guitarist – Steve Jones, to record her debut EP, “Down Your Drain.” Stark reappeared in 2017 with a new single, the moody, Mazzy Star-esque “Driftwood.” She then released her second EP, “Dandelion,” and went on to tour both the US and internationally, supporting acts such as Guns & Roses, The Vaccines, Sunflower Bean, The Heavy, and more. The full-length debut from Jesse Jo Stark, “DOOMED,” is a high-drama movie in the form of an album, the kind of immediate cult classic that inspires unending infatuation. Over the course of 11 elegantly feverish tracks, the Los Angeles-based artist conjures up an atmosphere informed by her intense fascination with the more macabre edge of the pop culture underground: Elvira, The Cramps, late-’80s horror movies. With its in-depth exploration of desire and surrender and newfound self-possession, “DOOMED” ultimately blurs the edges of truth and fantasy to build a gorgeously warped world wholly defined by Starks own dream-logic.

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Multi-Platinum Artist Alan Walker, Iconic Group Dash Berlin and Gaming Phenom Vikkstar Release Their Uplifting Masterpiece “Better Off (Alone Pt. III)”

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Artist: Alan Walker, Dash Berlin, Vikkstar
Title: Better Off (Alone Pt. III)
Label: MER Recordings

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In an unusual collision of forces, Norwegian superstar Alan Walker teams up with veteran producers Dash Berlin and British gaming sensation Vikkstar for “Better Off (Alone Pt. III),” for which the talented creative minds gave new life to one of the 90s most iconic dance tracks. “Better Off (Alone Pt. III)” contains the original’s catchy vocals together with a spotlight on the “I think you better come along” lyric, while progressive melodies and euphonious basslines are infused into the classic Eurodance beats to make for a unique combination of past and present. It is also the third installment of Alan Walker‘s “Alone” series, which began in 2016 with the title track “Alone” and continued with 2019’s “Alone Pt. II” with Ava Max. This meaningful trilogy shares a common thread of positivity and unity, encouraging listeners to support and look out for one another on and off the dance floor (you can find content related to the series under the #BetterComeAlong hashtag). On this project, Alan – known for always helping young talent, took Vikkstar – who was brand new to producing music, under his wing as part of his personal mission to lift up talented artists and bring their music to the world. The producers from Dash Berlin loved what Walker and Vikkstar were doing with the early versions of “Better Off (Alone Pt. III)” and wanted to get involved in it instantly.

“Teaming up with Dash Berlin and Vikkstar for ‘Better Off (Alone Pt. III)‘ has been a creative whirlwind. We’ve reimagined a beloved 90s gem, infusing it with a contemporary twist that’s bound to resonate with fans old and new. This collaboration embodies the magic of music – a fusion of nostalgia and innovation.” – Alan Walker

“Proud to be a part of this momentous team up with dance music icon Alan Walker and legendary YouTube phenomenon Vikkstar, together with Dash Berlin producers Seb & Eelke celebrating 25 years of their monster hit ‘Better Off Alone‘. Reborn and reworked as a magical future classic as part of Alan Walker‘s celebrated ‘Alone‘ saga, ready to make the whole world sing along with us once again.” – Ryan Fieret from Dash Berlin

“Dance music has been something I’ve loved for over a decade, simply as a fan. Meanwhile, attending festivals all over the world, from Tomorrowland to EDC Las Vegas to Ultra Music Festival in Miami. Alan and I have been friends for over five years, always making an effort to meet up whenever we’re in the same country. He encouraged me to venture outside my comfort zone and start DJing firstly, then to experiment with music production. Being able to work on this project with a close friend has been a great experience, with lots to learn. I’ve been quietly producing & working on my own music. I’m very excited that my first-ever release will be a collaboration not only with Alan but also with Dash Berlin. Both artists have a legendary reputation and it’s been an honor to join them.” – Vikkstar

Alan Walker

Continuously delivering thumping beats and hypnotic records, 26-year-old Norwegian producer and DJ Alan Walker is truly a force to be reckoned with. With over 120 million followers across his social platforms, 9 billion YouTube views, and over 50 billion audio and video streams, the young artist from Bergen, Norway, is nowhere near kicking his feet up anytime soon. Alan Walker arrived on the music scene in late 2015 with his debut hit single “Faded,” garnering over 1.7 billion Spotify streams and a massive 3.5 billion YouTube video views. Being the 19th most-watched music video on YouTube, the single also left him with a BRIT Awards nomination for Song Of The Year, as well as a Norwegian Grammy win in the same category. After building a massive social following and releasing a string of successful singles like “Alone” and “Darkside,” collaborating with artists like Ava Max, Noah Cyrus, Sia, Bruno Mars, and Coldplay, the chart-topping debut album “Different World” arrived in late 2018 and is currently approaching 5 billion streams on Spotify alone. While holding a pristine track record, Alan has played over 700 headlining shows and festivals to date, including Coachella and Tomorrowland, in addition to selling out his worldwide arena tours, Aviation Tour, and Walkerverse Tour. In 2022 Alan released his third album, “Walkerverse Pt. I & II.”

Dash Berlin

Dash Berlin, the famous music project founded by BMI award-winning music producer Sebastiaan Molijn, has been delighting Trance fans from all over the world for more than a decade. Together with his youth friend and illustrious co-producer Eelke Kalberg, Molijn took the Dash Berlin collective to the top of the dance music world with a stunning DJ Mag top 7 position and some of the biggest Trance classics of all time, such as “Till the Sky Falls Down,” “Man on the Run” and “Waiting.” The Dash Berlin team is now back stronger than ever and ready for round two with new frontman Ryan, brand new music releases , and memorable performances at the world’s biggest festival stages and most celebrated venues. With chart-topping remixes for major artists such as Armin van Buuren, The Chainsmokers, Alan Walker, Hardwell, Zedd, and many others, Dash Berlin remains a household name in the ever-expanding dance music hemisphere.

Vikkstar

Online Creator, and 1/7th of Youtube powerhouse the Sidemen – followed by millions, Vikkstar needs no introduction. His worldwide audience has been building for a decade, and DJ sets published on his YouTube channel have been met with universal praise, a feeling replicated by anyone who witnessed any of his live shows. If successful YouTubers and DJs have one thing in common, it’s connecting with an audience – and Vikkstar is proof that this is a transferrable skill. This is paired with a deep appreciation for the art form, an ear for good music, and a talent for track selection. He has been creating content for over a decade, but Vikkstar, as a DJ and artist, is just getting started – from playing shows around the world to releasing his own music.

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