R.O.N.N. & Aires Adora: FEVER

 R.O.N.N. and Aires Adora have teamed up once again for the release of their hugely anticipated single ‘Fever’; sure to cause chaos worldwide and it is out now viaSirup Music.

Ron Carroll, the man behind the R.O.N.N. moniker, is one of the scene’s most respected artists, thanks to his vast array of unique, top quality productions. With a keen eye for detail, R.O.N.N. is responsible for hits such as: ‘Way Back’, ‘Change For Me’, ‘Ride This’ and ‘Turn It Up’, collaborating with legendary names like:  Robin S and releasing on premier labels including:  Flamingo Recordings, Circus Recordings, Vamos Music andMilk & Sugar along the way - a career many would dream of having.

Teaming up with R.O.N.N. is talented vocalist Aires Adora, who too is based in the city of Chicago, the spiritual home of House music. The multi-talented singer and songwriter has released mindblowing tracks such as ‘I’m Your’s’ on recognised imprints like: Play This! Records andSYS Music; securing her place as one of the industry’s go-to vocalists. Having been working together for the past two years, the pair are no strangers to each other and have released hot records like: ‘Seperated’ and ‘Simple’. This time they returned with a superb, 70’s and Disco influenced thriller called ‘Fever’ - a certain dance-floor shaker. Filled with groovy drums, a funky Disco bass-line, soulful vocals and intricate sound design, the highly rated duo have created a future summer classic; a must for any DJ’s record collection.

‘Fever’ is out now via Switzerland’s leading record label Sirup Music. Boosting an impressive roster, including tastemakers such as:  EDX, Nora En Pure, Sultan + Shepard andMike Candys, R.O.N.N. and Aires Adora have found themselves in good hands. With many more future classics on the way, 2016 looks set to be a landmark year for both R.O.N.N. and Aires Adora. Make sure you grab your copy of ‘Fever’ now before it flies off the shelves. 

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Hardwell wins six IDMA's including Best Global DJ

After a standout 2015 that saw him dominate charts with the release of his acclaimed debut album United We Are, break gate records with his I Am Hardwell – United We Are world tour, and launch his charity platform the United We Are Foundation with the historic ‘World’s Biggest Guestlist’ aid event in Mumbai, Hardwell has maintained a busy and ever present position in the modern day global dance music scene. Thanks to the support of his fans Hardwell has once again featured strongly at the International Dance Music Awards (IDMA’s) winning six awards in the 2016 edition of the ceremony; earning the accolade for ‘Best Global DJ’.

With wins that include ‘Best Podcast or Radio Mixshow DJ’ for Hardwell On Air, ‘Best Compilation or Full Length DJ Mix’ for Hardwell presents Revealed Volume 6, ‘Best Featured Vocalist Performance, ‘Best Artist (Solo)’ and ‘Best Progressive House/Electro DJ’, recognising his outstanding achievements in what was been another sensational 12 months of successes, Hardwell has further cemented his name in the electronic music history books. These awards celebrate a year that has seen him collaborate with fellow Dutch icon Afrojack on ‘Hollywood’, release one of the biggest tracks of his career in ‘Mad World’, and, through his charitable efforts with his United We Are Foundation, help raise enough money to educate over 18,000 underprivileged children.

With the release of his latest track ‘Run Wild’ featuring Jake Reese, and following his breath taking closing set on day 2 of Ultra Music Festival this weekend gone. Which featured 12 fresh new tracks, as well as a guest appearance from Craig David, with the pair premiering their new single ‘No Holding Back’. Hardwell continues a stunning run of form that has been building momentum for some time now. And with his successful wins this years IDMA’s, it seems that Hardwell’s 2016 is set for further and wider success than all his previous years to date.

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Ookay & YDG Invite You To "Pop It Off"

Somehow between dropping a Rihanna remix, prepping for a cross-country tour with Datsik and revamping his Instagram aesthetic, Ookay has made time to link with emergent duo YDG and deliver the ominous trap record “Pop It Off.” Catalyzing with a melodic soundscape, the production threesome rev up the energy with industrial synth play and echoey vocals before ejecting to a booming drop.
 
First teased on Valentino Khan’s HARD DOTD Mixtape, “Pop It Off” arrives on the heels of YDG’s massive collaboration with Fawks, “Hold Up.” Last month on his BBC Radio 1 show, Pete Tong bestowed on the young producers the honor of naming the track his Essential New Tune – an insane look for the newly minted duo. This catapulted YDG to the spotlight and gave the boys a proper platform to showcase their multifaceted production style, which blends hard-hitting beats with melodic soundscapes to seamless effect. The song builds off the success from their Shawn Wasabi and YUNG GEMMYcollaboration “Burnt Rice,” which quickly went viral and has so far racked 2.5 million plays on YouTube.
 
Ookay’s now been running the trap game for a few years, after boasting early co-signs from some of the industries most well respected – Diplo, Steve Aoki, A-Trak, Borgore and Showtek, among others. His Dim Mak debut single “Egg Drop Soup” first showcased the producer’s undeniable talent, becoming an instant sensation and surpassing half a million SoundCloud plays. Fast forward to his most recent dancehall monster with the legendary Ragga Twins, “The Boot,” which copped the #5 spot on Beatport’s Hip Hop chart, attesting to the notion that his pace is far from wavering. In addition to his original hits, Ookay is churning out remixes (“Hotline Bling”, “Lean On”, “Runaway (U & I)”) that are setting the Internet on fire. Catch him on the road this spring, as he joins Datsik on the Spring Loaded Tour.

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Delta Heavy to release incredible debut album 'Paradise Lost' on Ram Records

Five years after bursting onto the scene, Delta Heavy unveil their eagerly awaited debut album, ‘Paradise Lost’, due for release on March 18th on Ram Records.  One of the few acts whose sound effortlessly straddles the Atlantic, the duo’s multi-dimensional versatility is evident throughout their inaugural LP.

2015 saw the release of singles ‘Ghost’ and ‘Punish My Love’, accompanied by their notoriously idiosyncratic animated music videos, the former of which was nominated for three awards including ‘One Of a Kind’ in Vevo’s Year In Music.  This year sees an extensive world tour, and this 14-track opus is the perfect lead up, tying in all aspects of drum and bass, cinematic soundscapes and space-age house.

The album opens with the dystopian title track, an orchestral flurry of strings that dissolve into a grinding, half time war much that resembles Gesaffelstein on acid. “Event Horizon’, ‘Pathways’ and upcoming club single ‘Oscillator’ see the duo in more familiar territory, complex and thundering sci-fi dancefloor drum and bass; whilst ‘City of Dreams’ and ‘Cut Me’ demonstrate a lighter, more melodic touch. Soaring top lines link the epic singles ‘Ghost’, ‘White Flag’ and ‘Reborn’ whilst ‘Conquer The Galaxy’ takes future house into the cosmos.

Underpinned by meticulous production and presented as a seamless composition, ‘Paradise Lost’ represents a benchmark in the Delta Heavy journey.

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Kaskade & CID "Us" (The Geek x VRV Remix)

Kaskade and Grammy award winning producer CID unveil an official remix bundle today for their collaborative record “Us”, including a smooth remix from The Geek x VRV. The Parisian duo add a new dimension to the original track, steering it in a different direction with their style of soulful electronica. 

The Geek x VRV's sound is reminiscent of Flume, but with a larger focus on funk, hip-hop & soul. Their resume includes downtempo, melodic anthems, bass driven crowd-pleasers and numerous remixes highlighted by an official rework of Odesza’s hit single Say My Name.

The remix comes at a perfect time, as The Geek x VRV prepare to release their new “Origami” EP on GRiZ’s All Good Records next month.  Axel Rondeau (The Geek) and Vincent Teoule (VRV) have also been working away at distinguishing their brand through live performance spectacles, typically featuring horns, synthesizers, keyboards & more.  The duo have etched their name within the burgeoning Parisian scene - which includes highly respected acts such as Point Point, FKJ & more - ready to make their major North American festival debut this summer.

All Good Records, the Detroit-based imprint founded by GRiZ, proudly embraces its soulful, funk-filled roots. The collective label as a whole strives to bring something new to the table - whether it’s bringing aboard smooth hydro-funk via SunSquabi or an onslaught of remixers ranging from Soulection affiliate Louie Lastic to bass house star NGHTMRE - these efforts have not gone unnoticed.

“Us” is available today via Warner Brother Records. This is only a hint of what listeners can expect from The Geek x VRV, with much more coming up on the horizon.

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PRESENTERS ANNOUNCED FOR THE INAUGURAL “ELECTRONIC MUSIC AWARDS & FOUNDATION”

Goldie

 Host

Chuckie

Ferry Corsten

Kevin Saunderson

Krewella

Marshmello

MK

Pete Tong

An all-star lineup of electronic music talent have signed on as presenters at the inaugural Electronic Music Awards & Foundation show. Hosted by Goldie, the event will take place on April 14th at the SLS Hotel in Los Angeles before airing Saturday, April 23 (8:00-9:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX.

Confirmed to appear as presenters at the inaugural Electronic Music Awards & Foundation show is a who’s who of international superstars including Chuckie, Ferry Corsten, Kevin Saunderson, Krewella, Marshmello, MK and Pete Tong. These acclaimed artists will present awards for Single of the Year, Album of the Year, Radio Show of the Year, Festival of the Year, DJ of the Year, Best New Artist and Best Club of the Year.  

The first-ever Electronic Music Awards & Foundation (EMAF) show will feature electronic music’s leading artists, creatives, executives and visionaries (to be announced). Among those being honored are the early trailblazers and legends of electronic music, as well as the top-trending acts of today. The show will feature awards presentations and live performances from electronic music’s biggest artists.

For more information, please visit www.emafawards.com

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SBCR (SIR BOB CORNELIUS RIFO) AKA THE BLOODY BEETROOTS ANNOUNCES SBCR & Punks Vol. 3

Following a massive 2015, SBCR (Sir Bob Cornelius Rifo) aka The Bloody Beetroots is back with the third installation of his EP trilogy: SBCR & Punks: Vol. 3.  Each volume sees Bob rounding up his favorite musicians (whom he labels his Friends, Adversaries, and Punks) for unique collaborations. Speaking on punk, Bob once told GQ, “I think it’s related to my lifestyle – the extreme desire to break the mold at any cost.” As someone known for pushing boundaries, often via creative collaborations (see “Out of Sight” feat. Sir Paul McCartney, “Please Baby” feat. P-Thugg of Chromeo, and “Warp” feat. Steve Aoki), he takes this ethos to heart, as he breaks down any and all preconceived notations with this three part project.
 
Across five booming records on Vol. 3, we hear the dance punkster get mischievous with the likes of TWNTYMLS, Tai, and Signal Noize. Underscored throughout the EP are all the classic elements SBCR’s productions are known for – gritty bass, scattered percussion, grimy synths and rock-heavy guitar plucks. The first single, “Guillotine,” embodies the larger body, kicking things off with double time instrumentation and a timeless, head banging drop.
 
Last year, he launched the experimental trilogy with the groundbreaking SBCR & Friends, Vol.1. Entertainment Weekly called the single “Blush” a “highly addictive, rock-inflected, piano-laced dance track” and Fader praised “TheGrid,” drawing comparisons to British dance pioneers LFO and heralding its “nasty, gigantic electro” sound. The release was followed by the second installation, SBCR & Adversaries Vol. 2, lead by singles “Spider” and “Black New York Tee.” Backed by a wild tour that stomped through New York City, San Francisco, Washington DC, and several other North American cities, this EP saw visual incarnation in the form of six video vignettes from ingenious director Bad Boi.
 
Getting back to his roots, Bob is excited to share with the world this final installment, the punk edition. Fans can hear the new songs live this March on Dim Mak stages at SXSW and Miami Music Week. In his own words,
 
“This journey, through three EPs, lasted more than 14 months. Thanks to Dim Mak, Steve Aoki and my die-hard fans for supporting this genre rollercoaster. It’s been really productive to get out of my comfort zone, creating something diverse and really inspiring.”

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