On Friday, August 22nd, Dim Mak unleashed not one, but two electrifying releases that’ll have dance floors quaking and speakers sweating. RayRay’s ferocious new single “Hot In This” and Ookay’s genre-bending EP Proxima Nova, each with its own story and style, but both ready to light up the summer with boundary-pushing sounds.
Meet RayRay, Taipei’s Techno Queen
RayRay, the multi-talented powerhouse from Taipei, Taiwan, thrives on versatility. DJ-ing, producing, and rapping all come as second nature, often colliding within her explosive live sets and studio creations. Her career gained serious momentum after winning the Red Bull Thre3style competition, and only expanded through collaborations with industry titans like Skrillex, Yellow Claw, and Steve Aoki.
RayRay’s festival and club appearances span the globe, from Tomorrowland to ADE and Bootshaus, with nonstop touring and new music releases becoming signature moves. Even in the most demanding years, RayRay has churned out albums, remixes, and singles while expanding her presence in both hemispheres.
RayRay’s “Hot In This”: An Unapologetic Techno Statement
RayRay turns up the intensity with “Hot In This,” a seismic hard techno cut bursting with pounding drums, distorted basslines, and her signature bratty yet infectious rap vocal. The track commands attention from the very first note, pulling listeners into the chaos and energy with fearless confidence. According to RayRay, this single serves as the “ignition point” for her next project: the forthcoming EP, Currently On Earth.
“Hot In This” represents much more than a dance floor-ready banger. It stands as a bold statement of self-expression, blending heavy drums, aggressive textures, and cheeky, assertive lyrics. Each pulse and kick reflects RayRay’s grounded, fiery persona. This track firmly establishes her place among the genre’s innovators, shaking up expectations and inviting listeners to experience the next evolution of her sound.
Ookay: Dance’s Versatile Pioneer
From San Diego, Abraham Laguna- better known as Ookay- stands as a defining figure in both trap and house music. Chart-toppers like “Thief” introduced his sound to the world, followed by major collaborations with Marshmello and Noah Cyrus. Over a decade, his releases have hit massive festivals worldwide, from Lollapalooza to EDC Las Vegas.
Collaborations with icons like Diplo and Avicii reinforced his presence in the electronic music canon. Not just a producer, Ookay brings a singer-songwriter’s sensibility to each project, a trait celebrated in albums like Very Special.
Proxima Nova Reshapes Bass for the Future
Ookay’s Proxima Nova EP is a four-track rollercoaster through trap, house, bass, and unexpected twists. The project draws inspiration from its title, combining “Proxima” (next) and “Nova” (a star suddenly bursting in brightness). Ookay seeks to radiate a fresh “brightness” in his sound and signal a rebirth.
The track “Move Ya Body” opens with hybrid Trap, Bass, and dancehall influences, marked by dynamic arrangements and infectious energy. While “Speakers Knockin,” an earlier single, channels the groove of UK garage and Bass House, highlighted by funky keyboard stabs and playful rhythms. The track “All I Ever Wanted” delivers a Festival Trap vibe, while “Lose Control” closes the EP with contrast as light, airy vocals drop into a heavy, snappy bassline. From start to finish, this EP showcases Ookay’s restless creativity and fearless approach to production.
With these two exciting artists emerging to stardom, Dim Mak delivers the perfect playlist fuel for dancers, ravers, and anyone seeking sonic adventure. RayRay’s hard techno sizzle and Ookay’s genre-hopping venture are both destined to turn heads and move feet.
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