How DATA_BYTE Conquered His Destiny & The American Bass Scene [Interview]
Few things are as imaginative as the vibrant visuals of DATA_BYTE, except the story that led to him becoming a VJ. The artist caught up with MP3 MAG to discuss his long road to finding a home in America, and how he eventually fulfilled the music destiny laid before him by his parents. DATA_BYTE—real name […]
bad tuner Delivers Electric Guest Mix, Talks Debut EP, self-care [Mix+Q&A]
Brooklyn-based house producer bad tuner is known for making music entrenched in a sophisticated and narrative-driven journey. He’s created remixes for the likes of TOKiMONSTA, Two Another and CLAVVS, had releases on Kitsuné and Young Art Records and performed alongside A-Trak, Nosaj Thing, Bon Entendeur and Catching Flies. After a turbulent year wrought with uncertainty, […]
VAMPA & ZÍA Talk Collab “New Levels” & Getting Back On The Road [Mix+Q&A]
Two is always better than one, so it’s an extra special occasion for VAMPA & ZÍA. The bass music artists and friends both made their Circus Records debut earlier this month by joining on the fire-y single, “New Levels.” VAMPA brings her genre-fluid approach, along with unmistakable melodies and vivid sound design. Riding high off […]
Khiva: Getting Deep, Dark, & Dangerous With The Dubstep Diva
The Smashing Pumpkins’ Billy Corgan once said, “Heavy metal is a universal energy… It’s earth shattering.” With that in mind, it’s no wonder international EDM producer Khiva found her way into dubstep via a passion for metal. Khiva—real name Jessie Le Couteur—was born in Nova Scotia, Canada, and would later settle with her family on […]
The Jungle Giants Talk ‘Love Signs,’ Making Dance Floor Bangers [Interview]
Hailing from Brisbane, The Jungle Giants have steadily become one of Australia’s favorite indie outfits. As they begin their second decade as a band, the four piece have turned a new page with their sound. MP3 MAG caught up with lead singer/songwriter/producer Sam Hales to talk about the band’s recently released fourth album, Love Signs. […]
Jungle Evolve & Explore On Third Album ‘Loving In Stereo,’ Their Most Evocative Yet
London based Jungle’s Loving In Stereo is a euphoric summer soundtrack for the ages, one that calls back to the disco just when its revival is most needed. The album is the product of longtime friends Josh Lloyd-Watson and Tom McFarland, who quickly rose to prominence after their self titled and anonymous 2014 debut. The […]
