New Music Friday Dance honors some of the most influential, or soon-to-be influential names in dance music this week. Listen before everyone else:
1. Bexxie, Towera Smith: “Take Control”
Bexxie teams up with New Zealand vocalist Towera Smith for a fresh rave hit, “Take Control.” As the lyrics say, the instrumental takes over the mind, body, and soul with its jumpy rhythm. This track is a euphoric interpretation of tech-house, emphasizing a vivid looping key riff that evokes ’90s dance hits. Trance elements sneak into some builds, displaying Bexxie’s masterful production sensibilities.
2. Matroda: “About To Lose It”
Croatian house giant Matroda returns with his atmospheric new single, “About To Lose It.” A foggy, ethereal choral “ah” sets the scene for the powerful vocalist who belts “Got no sense of time / I’m about to lose it now.“ A deep drop changes the course of the track with a scratchy, growling bassline that builds thick tension. When this one plays, speakers will shake.
3. Eynka: “Symphony”
London-based trio Eynka evokes a hazy fantasy with “Symphony.” This progressive mixture of genres embodies spiritual ascension, with light, echoing sounds that spread far into the soundscape, and mesmerizing voice weaves in between; somehow both distant and intimate. Time feels foreign when listening to this track as it melts away all thoughts and worries.
4. Kumarion: “RAGE”
Kumarion is here to make a strong statement with “RAGE.” This hard drum and bass banger walks a unique line between tantalizing and scary, with a smooth, airy vocal sample, supported by a grimy, accelerated instrumental. A production highlight is the powerful warping of the elusive bass and low ends, strengthening the presence of the track overall.
5. RemK: “Lost With You”
Rising So-Cal trap artist RemK is back with an impactful new single, “Lost With You.” This track is an energetic journey, taking on a new rhythm every few measures with an eclectic selection of instruments: a piano, softened brass, and an electric guitar that switches between rounded and sharp. The outro of dry, natural drums and a guitar solo adds a special rock touch.
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