MP3 SELECTS : Playlists & New Music from Fairlane, Empire Of The Sun, SIPPY, & More
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:
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SELECTS by Connor Phillips
Empire Of The Sun — “Changes”
Musical legends Empire Of The Sun are back and better than ever. “Changes” is a wave of sonic nostalgia, washing over its listeners, reminding them of how good it feels to kick back and queue up this iconic duo. On par with the many of their previous releases, the music video for “Changes” is visually captivated and boasts a gripping narrative that can be interpreted in the eye of the beholder.
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Suray Sertin, Sabrina Konstas — “Over The Moon”
Suray Sertin just released his latest single, “Over The Moon,” featuring Sabrina Konstas. His innovative sound has caught the attention of heavyweights like Zeds Dead, who have featured him prominently on their Altered States record label, as well with playlist curators at Higher Ground and Foreign Family Collective. At the heart of “Over The Moon” is beautiful lyrics from Sabrina and alluring sound design from Suray.
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Fairlane, SpaceMan Zack — “Only the Good Die Young”
Canadian-born, Denver-based musical trailblazer Fairlane has just dropped his most innovative project yet. His groundbreaking EP, Genesis, released through Monstercat, represents a journey heralding a new chapter in Fairlane’s career, seamlessly blending elements of rock and electronic music to craft a fusion that is both inventive and timeless.
The Genesis EP showcases a range of collaborations, underscoring its diversity. Featuring partnerships with Silverstein, Point North, Wind Walkers, RILEY, and SpaceMan Zack, the EP draws in listeners from various realms of rock and rap music. “Only The Good Die Young” is a lethal collision of punk rock, rap, emo, and modern electronic production.
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Amal Nemer — “Get It”
Malóne, the talented DJ-producer behind the recently launched WHYNOTUS label and events, has been heating up the scene with tech and Afro house beats. The label’s debut compilation, MIAMI GROOVE VA, features six culturally rich house tracks.
Amal Nemer starts things off with the hypnotic “Get It,” setting a groovy tone followed by Morpei, Damelo, Sounds Of Rituals, Pablo Alhach, Des & Del, DZR, and Sabrosura Boyz. This compilation uniquely unites artists from Venezuela, Nicaragua, Mexico, Guatemala, Bolivia, Cuba, Israel, USA, showcasing diverse sounds from each nation.
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K3SS, Dan Miles (US), XIMXIA — “Goodbye”
One of the fastest rising artists in the progressive scene, K3SS has been lighting it up with spellbinding anthems left and right. Now, he teams up with fellow skilled DJ-producer Dan Miles and singer-songwriter XIMXIA on their mind-bending single, “Goodbye.”
While “Goodbye” still weaves in a balance of K3SS and Dan’s signature progressive styles, it is backed by a more thrilling techno-centric bassline, that keeps its audience on the edge of their seats throughout. Paired with seductive vocals from XIMXIA and this release is primed for not only its encompassing label Scorchin’ Progressive but premiere dancefloors as well.
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SIPPY — “The Banana Song”
Overflowing with feel-good, funky vibes and wobble-inducing wubs, SIPPY’s “The Banana Song” is my favorite bass track of the year so far. Bass music should be fun and make you smile, but should have its moments of getting you hyped and headbanging as well. This track exceedingly accomplishes both feats, and even though it was released on April Fools’ Day as somewhat of a comedic anthem, the MP3 team believes it will rapidly grow to be one of SIPPY’s biggest hits.
Another driving factor that makes this track stand out is the story leading up to it. The label it dropped on, Monstercat, had a 3-week, 24/7 live stream of a real-life banana which led to thousands of viewers speculating on what was going on. Reminiscent of historic wub-fueled tunes like “Dear Weed Man,” the Rasta vibes are heavy throughout “The Banana Song,” making you want to break out in dance like the animated Bananadan in the song’s music video.
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TVBOO, Mport — “Cha Cha Step”
Stepping up the energy a bit from “The Banana Song” but still embracing TVBOO’s infectious style of comedy, “Cha Cha Step” is a mesmerizing flip of the classic song we used to all dance to as kids. Joining forces with Mport, this banger is a melting pot of bass terminology, such as wook, wubs, and headbang, complementing its hair-raising wonky drops that are guaranteed to throw crowds into a psychedelic trance.
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Eran Hersh, Kasango — “Ascension”
Eran Hersh and Kasango are two artists that you 100% need to have on your sonic radar this year. They have both been killing it with chart-topping, ethnically-charged Afro house anthems, along with riveting live performances. “Ascension” may very well be one of their best tracks yet, powered by a variety of bongos, other crisp percussive elements, and enchanting vocals.
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SELECTS by Franz Hilberath
Zeds Dead, Flux Pavilion, DeathbyRomy — “Waves”
Zeds Dead has teamed up with Flux Pavilion and DeathbyRomy for their latest collab, “Waves.” This track showcases Zeds Dead’s mastery of sound, delivering perfectly balanced tunes that sound great on any device. Premiered during Zeds Dead’s headlining set at Electric Forest last June, “WAVES” quickly captivated fans, making it a highly anticipated and requested track. This emotional dubstep record combines a powerful topline with the signature production styles of both Zeds Dead and Flux Pavilion. Currently, Zeds Dead and Flux Pavilion are on a US tour, with Zeds Dead set to headline the Hampton Coliseum this weekend, April 12th and 13th. Tickets: www.hamptoncoliseum.org/events/detail/zeds-dead.
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Gorgon City, Caroline Byrne — “All That You Need”
After that REALM takeover at Oasis for Miami Music Week, we’ve been reliving our Gorgon City glory days and having them on repeat. In time to feed the machine, the beloved act releases a smash new anthem, “All That You Need” featuring Caroline Byrne, who was also featured on LP Giobbi‘s debut LP last year.
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QRTR, Villager — “without you”
QRTR, a dance music luminary, consistently delivers an eclectic range of ethereal tracks that transcend tempos, sounds, and styles. Her latest release. “without you” is no exception, captivating listeners with dreamy vocals intertwined with quirky rave sounds. It’s the kind of track that elevates the senses, evoking late-night club scenes where the music, lights, and energy converge,
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