Check out new drops from mgk, MARINA, Machine Girl, and more on NMF Dance and New Music Friday!
NMF Dance: Our Picks For The Week
New dance drops this week from Bexxie, Kayzo, Chicco Secci, and more on NMF Dance!
1. Barely Alive – “HANDS UP”
Barely Alive’s explosive new single, “HANDS UP,” channels the unfiltered chaos of early brostep while showcasing the precision and polish of modern dubstep production. The result is a high-voltage anthem built for festival stages and sweaty undergrounds alike; a perfect blend of nostalgia and evolution in today’s bass scene.
2. Bexxie – “Endless Nights”
Bexxie channels the energy of dance music in her explosive new single, “Endless Nights.”. Built around soaring pianos, heartfelt vocals, and pure emotion, it feels like a time capsule of those early rave moments that shaped who we are on the dancefloor. Nostalgic yet fresh, “Endless Nights” rekindles that spark you never want to lose.
3. Chicco Secci – “Running In The Air”
House music legend Chicco Secci makes his long-awaited return with “Running In The Air,” his first official release in eight years. A pioneer of Ibiza’s golden era and former resident of the iconic KU (now UNVRS), Chicco helped shape the Balearic sound that defined generations of dance culture. His new single revives that timeless spirit with soulful Afro House rhythms and sun-soaked emotion, a tribute to the roots of the global house movement.
4. Kayzo – “OVERLOAD 2K”
Kayzo is back and turning up the intensity with “OVERLOAD 2K,” and fans worldwide are already feeling the rush of this electrifying evolution. Returning to his roots, Kayzo fuses the raw energy of modern hard dance with his signature high-octane style, creating a track built to dominate dancefloors and festival stages alike.
5. Machine Girl, Drumcorps – “Dread Architect”
Machine Girl are back with PsychoWarrior: MG Ultra X, their explosive new album and follow-up to 2024’s critically acclaimed MG Ultra. The release is anchored by the ferocious new single “Dread Architect” [feat. Drumcorps], whose video (directed by Zev Deans) fuses stop-motion, practical stunts, and handcrafted visuals into a chaotic, dystopian spectacle.
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#NewMusicFriday: Our Picks for the Week
Check out this week’s new releases from Dave, Cigarettes After Sex, Lily Allen, and more!
1. MARINA, Absolutely – “EVERYBODY KNOWS I’M SAD”
MARINA’s Princess of Power (Deluxe) drops this Friday, October 24, expanding her iconic album with five brand-new tracks. Leading the charge is the bold new single “SEX IS POWER,” alongside a fresh remix of fan favorite “EVERYBODY KNOWS I’M SAD” featuring rising UK alt-pop artist (and RAYE’s sister) Absolutely. With Princess of Power (Deluxe), MARINA reaffirms her fearless artistry, delivering a bold, electrifying update that fans won’t want to miss.
2. Lily Allen – “West End Girl”
Lily Allen leads her long-awaited return with the title track “West End Girl” from her new album, West End Girl. The song blends candid storytelling with lush, inventive pop production, capturing her move to New York and the emotional complexities of navigating life and relationships. Co-produced with Blue May, Seb Chew, and Kito, “West End Girl” is a standout moment that showcases Allen’s signature wit, vulnerability, and fearless artistry.
3. mgk – “no cell phones in rehab”
mgk celebrates five years of his iconic album Tickets To My Downfall with the release of “no cell phones in rehab,” a high-energy track and video from the vault. The song kicks off a week of daily unreleased tracks, revisiting the pop-punk sound that catapulted him to the top of the Billboard 200. Executive produced by Travis Barker of Blink-182, the anniversary edition highlights the raw energy and rebellious spirit of the original album.
4. Dave, James Blake – “History (feat. James Blake)”
Dave’s new album The Boy Who Played the Harp features the standout track “History (feat. James Blake) ” with longtime collaborator James Blake, blending Dave’s incisive storytelling with Blake’s ethereal production. The track navigates themes of love, reflection, and personal growth, creating a hauntingly beautiful sonic landscape that highlights both artists’ strengths. As one of the album’s emotional high points, “History” exemplifies Dave’s ability to fuse introspection with powerful musicality.
5. Cigarettes After Sex – “Anna Karenina”
Cigarettes After Sex return with the mesmerizing track “Anna Karenina,” as part of their new double single. A slow-burning, sensual journey, the song features confessional lyrics and spoken word verses that expand Greg Gonzalez’s intimate, atmospheric palette. With its signature haze and emotional depth, “Anna Karenina” exemplifies the timeless allure that has made Cigarettes After Sex a modern dream-pop staple.
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