MP3 SELECTS: Playlists & New Music from Maddy O’Neal, SKYLER, GRiZ, Justin Jay, & 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 releases and our updated playlists on Spotify. Check out this week’s round up below:
Maddy O’Neal, Underlux, Rodrick Malone – “Here’s To You”
Fresh off the heels of her Coachella debut, electro-soul producer Maddy O’Neal is continuing her reign as one of the most exciting artists in electronic music with her latest new single, “Here’s To You.” The celebratory track sees the Denver-based electro-soul producer make her collab debut with fellow Denver-based producer UnderLux. Together, the two summon a bouncy, groovy and bass-filled track brimming with ethereal, futuristic synths, hip-hop vocal chops, brass orchestral samples, and dancefloor bass wubs — a perfect match to be this summer’s new anthem.
Maddy O’Neal Reflects on Transformational Sophomore Album, Ricochet
Fans can catch Maddy O’Neal play out “Here’s To You” along with her other uptempo bass tracks on her upcoming summer tour with stops at Bonnaroo, North Coast Music Festival, Same Same But Different, and the newly-minted Cascade Equinox.
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Justin Jay, option4 – “I’m In Love”
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Known for curating events through Colorado-based promotion company 128 Productions, option4 assists in reviving classic dance nostalgia on the title track, “I’m in Love,” which incorporates a sample that will resonate with Paul Oakenfold fans. With a blend of disco vibes and Justin’s trademark whimsical production style, the song and EP showcase option4’s long-awaited return, marking his first release in three years. —Franz Hilberath
SKYLER – “Chrome Hearts”
Bass producer SKYLER unveils a transformative musical experience with her trap-fueled EP, Blue Dream, out via Monstercat Uncaged.
After evolving from Skyler Madison to SKYLER earlier this year, the new moniker has allowed the producer to break from her future bass sounds to explore a heavier side. Her new EP is a testimony to that, showcasing a boundary-pushing landscape displaying her magnetic bass sounds and pulsating trap elements while taking inspiration from real experiences and emotions. The EP’s stunning opener, “Chrome Hearts,” opens with uplifting trap leads and cinematic drops, embodying emotions that come with having a moment of victory and overcoming something that once felt defeated.
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John Summit, Hayla – “Where You Are” (GRiZ Remix)
As if this song couldn’t get any better, GRiZ takes the stunning track, “Where You Are,” to new heights on his fresh Remix of the John Summit classic. The new remix showcases GRIZ’s signature sound, adding a taste of wonky beats and uplifting melodies to the original. Summit gave fans a sneak peek of the remix during his first-ever Off The Grid camping event at the underground cave venue The Caverns in April, stunning fans when he laid down gritty dubstep alongside his usual feverish house and techno.
Over the last few months, “Where You Are” has instantly become a fan favorite throughout the landscape of dance music and beyond. The track peaked as no. 2 Dance Song in the US on Dance Radio and no. 9 on the Billboard Hot Dance/ Electronic charts, becoming one of the hottest tracks played around the world at festival sets everywhere. GRiZ’s new remix is a testament to that, as the track will only gain more momentum from here.
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Find a full Round Up of new music from throughout the spectrum of the Music Festival scene via our Official MP3 MAG Spotify Playlists below:
BASS BOOSTED
[Playlist for Bass, Dubstep, Downtempo, Experimental, Trap]:
New Music Featured This Week (May 29 – June 4):
“Here’s To You”- Maddy O’Neal, Underlux, Rodrick Malone
“Chrome Hearts” – SKYLER
“Where You Are” – GRiZ, John Summit, Hayla
“BOOM” – Eazybaked
“MIND GAME” – Shadient
“Everybody” – Jantsen, ZEKE BEATS
“SIDE2SIDE” – Flosstradamus, TRXGGX
“Game On” – Infekt
“Blood” – Bear Grillz, Perry Wayne
“Astral” – Pixel Terror, Killin Void, Dyson
“Catchin A Vibe” – Herobust
SHUFFLE SELECTS
[Playlist for House, Techno]:
New Music Featured This Week (May 29 – June 4):
“Eat Your Man” – Dom Dolla, Nelly Furtado
“Bring Me Back To Life” – Tones
“Ich Bin Ready” DJ Gigola Version – X-COAST, DJ Gigola
“Marijuana” – Pimpchic!, Dankbaar
“VIP Business” – Solardo, Joshwa
“Oh La La” – Angel Heredia
“Inmaduro” – Dateless
“XTC” – Odd Mob
“Spaceship” – Bad Boy Chiller Crew
“DRENCH” – AYYBO, Preme
“Feeling Emotions” – KETTAMA
“Systematic” – Picard Brothers
“Udi” – Super Flu
“Gate” – Kölsch, Kevin De Vries
“Feel It” – Amelie Lens
“Double Tap” – LSDXOXO
“Rave” – Lane 8
DNB 101
[Playlist for Diverse DnB for Beginners & Diehards]:
New Music Featured This Week (May 29 – June 4):
“Lost Signal” – NAVIER
“Worth Fighting For” – Geostatic. Scurrow
“the ocean” – In Explosions
“notice” – Maya Randle
“Moving” – Reburf
“Paprika Dust” – Amoss
“Resident” – Trail
“Salvation” – Apparition
“Fall To The Dust” – Metrik
“Subscribe Now” – Junk Mall
“Dynamite” – Pirapus
“Today” – Satl, Brandy Haze
“CHICA” – Duskee, Deadline, Slay
GROOVY GETDOWN
[Playlist for Live-Electronic, Jam, Funk]:
New Music Featured This Week (May 29 – June 4):
“Rhythm Of The Night” – EDX, Frey
“Who We Are” – Lamorn
“Karma” – Kah-Lo
“Head Straight” – NEIL FRANCES, St. Panther
“Good Old Days” – The Revivalists
“Spring Bug” – Helena Deland
“Snowman” – Blonde Redhead
“Sleeping” – Beach Fossils
‘Turn Off The Noise” – Peter McFarland
“Bring Back The Color” – San Holo, AURORA
“Is It A Crime?” – No Guidance
“Keep It Rolling” – Bloc Party, KennyHoopla
“nwayi” – CKay
“Soak Garrí” – Boj, Knucks. Tay Iwar
LAIDBACK LOUNGE
[Playlist for Downtempo, Electronica, Lo-Fi]:
New Music Featured This Week (May 29 – June 4):
“Used To The Silence” – ATTLAS, Jodie Knight
“Monkey” – Trinidad Cardona, BNYK, Lawson
“Woman” – Barry Can’t Swim
“Ride For Me” – Club Angel, Becca Hatch
“Icy” – 49th & Main
“Promised Me” – WILL K
“Last Train” – Eli & Fur
“Scars” – Anthony Naples
“Crazy” – Taavo, AVA
“ghost” – Aaron, Hibell, HUMAN
*Shuffle Selects, Bass Boosted, & Groovy Getdown Playlists Curated by Gaby Martinez*
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