In the modern era, distribution services push out over 60,000 new tracks every single day. How do you cut through all the noise, select what to listen to, and boost your playlist game? Introducing MP3 SELECTS, our weekly rundown of new music in the festival sphere. Shuffle through this week’s selections on our MP3 SELECTS playlist and read more about this week’s round up below:

STAFF SELECTIONS

SELECTS by Connor Phillips

Virtual Riot — ‘Stealing Fire’ LP

German bass pioneer Virtual Riot ignites a creative revolution with his Monstercat debut album, Stealing Fire. Showcasing his signature sound, the album blends influences from fellow artists, illustrating how innovation can stem from deep inspiration. This cinematic masterpiece takes listeners on a multi-genre journey, seamlessly weaving together gritty dubstep, energetic house, future garage, and midtempo. 

Each track carves out its own unique universe, flowing into the next with evocative precision. Stealing Fire marks Virtual Riot’s most expressive work, blending the musical elements he admires with new meaning, while offering fans a compelling and immersive sonic experience.

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Mau P — “Merther”

“Merther” showcases the seismic impact Mau P is having on the electronic music scene, pushing the underground into mainstream culture with remarkable skill. This hard-hitting club anthem took the summer by storm, earning a spot in sets from top DJs like Solomun, Michael Bibi, John Summit, and Patrick Topping. 

Fusing iconic reggae vocal samples with an edgy underground vibe, “Merther” exemplifies Mau P’s technical mastery and visionary approach, solidifying his position as one of the most sought-after names in the industry.

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REAPER — “Surfacing”

Trailblazing American Drum & Bass producer REAPER returns with “Surfacing,” one of the standout tracks from his recently released CHALLENGER (DELUXE) album. This explosive track encapsulates REAPER’s signature style, combining heavy basslines with intricate drum patterns that are sure to ignite dance floors. As part of this expanded edition, “Surfacing” showcases his relentless innovation and mastery of the genre, reaffirming his status as a leading force in the DNB scene.

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Marc Antonix — “Shooting Stars”

Marc Antonix delivers a dynamic fusion of bass house and electro-house with his latest track, “Shooting Stars.” Despite being entirely instrumental, the track exudes personality, blending nostalgic chords that evoke a child-like essence with hard-hitting, club-ready drops. 

The contrast between playful melodies and intense beats creates an exciting energy perfect for dance floors. Antonix masterfully balances a deeper message of staying connected to our inner youth while keeping the crowd amped. Describing the track as a new beginning, Antonix sees “Shooting Stars” as the first chapter in his next creative phase.

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SELECTS by Franz Hilberath

Spherical – “Get Down On It”

Shane Madden, widely known for his influential work behind the renowned world bass act Govinda, recently unveiled his latest project Spherical – exploring the subtler, more introspective side of deep house. He recently created his own version of Kool & the Gang’s classic hit “Get Down On It.”

Spherical’s fresh take on the iconic track blends nostalgia with lush rhythms, bringing a mesmerizing blend of organic and melodic sounds to the forefront. By layering his own vocals and piano, Madden adds a personal, artistic touch that elevates the track while paying homage to its classic roots.

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VEIL — “RESPAWN”

With rumbling low-end bass and unrelenting energy, “RESPAWN” delivers a powerful introduction to VEIL’s highly anticipated debut album, HIGH VOLTAGE. The track sets the stage for an immersive, multi-genre exploration, blending heavy bass with cinematic soundscapes. VEIL’s unique production style shines through in “RESPAWN,” offering fans a thrilling glimpse of what’s to come on the full-length project, further solidifying her reputation as a rising force in the bass music scene.

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Gentlemens Club – “Fever”

The UK’s viral trio Gentlemens Club is back with their highly anticipated single “Fever” that just dropped on Zeds Dead’s Deadbeats. Known for their captivating performances and headlining big venues, the trio is riding high on nearly 1.5 million combined streams from their viral sets and vlogs across platforms like YouTube and TikTok. “Fever” encapsulates multiple facets of Gentlemen’s Club, blending UK dub, bass, and breakbeat elements to create a fun, high-energy track that embodies a wicked and adventurous sonic journey from start to finish.

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Skellytn, Bella Renee — “Hollow”

North American drum & bass visionary Skellytn is set to release “Hollow,” featuring Bella Renee, the first single from her upcoming EP on Subtronics’ Cyclops Recordings. The track combines Bella Renee’s poignant vocals with gritty basslines and a high-energy DnB beat, delivering a powerful and captivating sound. Skellytn is rapidly rising in the scene, solidifying her status as one of the genre’s most exciting emerging artists. Recently signed to Red Light Management and UTA, her cyber-bass sound has earned global recognition, with endorsements from Subtronics, Boogie T, and Zeds Dead.

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