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MP3 SELECTS: New Music From DJ DIESEL, GorillaT, Chris Lake & More

March 31, 2025April 1, 2025 by connorphillips No Comments

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 FRANZ HILBERATH

DJ DIESEL, GorillaT, FRAXURE — “Pay Respect”

DJ DIESEL, GorillaT, and FRAXURE join forces for a bone-crushing bass anthem with “Pay Respect”, out now on Monstercat. True to Shaq’s style, the track hits like a freight train — opening with a trap-fueled intro and his unmistakable voice commanding attention before plunging into a chaotic storm of dubstep, trap, and guttural wubs. More than just a heavy-hitter, “Pay Respect” reflects Diesel’s commitment to working alongside artists he connects with, pushing the scene forward with raw energy and genuine collaboration. This one is built for the pit.

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biskuwi, Andrea Botez, Sarah de Warren — “Going Under”

Andrea Botez, biskuwi, and Sarah de Warren join forces on “Going Under,” a charged-up techno anthem that highlights visibility and representation in dance music. Timed with Transgender Day of Visibility, the track doubles as a statement piece from biskuwi, a rising trans artist helping redefine the space.

Built around Sarah’s hypnotic vocals, gritty textures, and a pounding groove, “Going Under” balances raw emotion with techno-infused power. The production locks into a pulsating rhythm that pushes deep into underground territory, showcasing the trio’s chemistry and elevating their shared message.

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SELECTS by CONNOR PHILLIPS

IMANU, Emilia Ali — “It Doesn’t Matter”

IMANU continues to redefine the boundaries of modern electronic music with his latest release, “It Doesn’t Matter” featuring Emilia Ali. Out now via Zeds Dead’s Deadbeats imprint, the track is the final preview ahead of his forthcoming spring EP. Known for his intricate sound design and genre-blurring production style, IMANU leans into a more melodic direction with this release — blending ethereal vocals and lush harmonies with subtle deep house textures.

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Control Room — “Money On Me”

Control Room taps into early 2000s hip hop energy for their latest club-ready heater, “Money On Me.” Packed with swagger, a gritty bassline, and an unapologetic vocal hook, the track flips classic hip hop bravado into a modern bass house banger. It hits with the force of a headlining set while staying rooted in raw underground energy, showcasing the duo’s ability to fuse nostalgia with a forward-thinking sound built for today’s dancefloors.

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Chris Lake, Ragie Ban — “Toxic”

Chris Lake and Ragie Ban unite for their high-voltage new single “Toxic,” a club-focused rework that flips Bell Biv DeVoe’s iconic 1990 hit “Poison” into a modern-day weapon. With crackling percussion, gritty basslines, and a sample that hits just right, the track has been gaining serious momentum across Chris Lake’s recent live sets. Showcasing Ragie Ban’s rising-star potential, “Toxic” marks a bold statement from both artists and is already making noise on dancefloors worldwide.

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Nikita, the Wicked, Darby — “REWIND”

“REWIND” is a dancefloor destroyer from Nikita, the Wicked and Darby, merging relentless bass energy with clean, high-impact production. The track opens with rising tension before dropping into a barrage of sub-heavy grooves and razor-sharp percussion. Just when you think it’s settled, a second drop flips the script with a drum and bass twist that hits like a jolt to the system.