MP3 SELECTS: Playlists & New Music from ZHU, Of The Trees, Gigantic NGHTMRE & 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:
ZHU – “Changes”
ZHU’s new single “Changes” is exactly alluding to that: a mild change of direction and sneak peak into the producer’s forthcoming album, which currently has no official release date. Out via Astralwerks, the new track showcases ZHU’s distinctive vocals atop of a dramatic piano accompaniment. Spanning over four minutes, the producer reflects on how the fame and fortune affects one’s life and how it happens “all too fast” as it warps within peddling synth work and sharp percussion.
ZHU is currently in the midst of his European and UK tour for the remainder of summer before he kicks off his first North America tour in five years in September. The tour will include special guests Channel Tres at the Brooklyn Mirage and Bill Graham Civic Auditorium, Claptone at Red Rocks Amphitheater, and Noizu at multiple select dates.
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Of The Trees – “Everglade March (VIP)”
Enter the enchanting sonic world cultivated by Of The Trees. The Denver-based producer continues to captivate listeners with a double single release on his rising label, Memory Palace. Fans of the producer will recognize “Everglade March (VIP)” as it reimagines the beloved fan-favorite track from 2018, taking it to new heights as the producer delves into deeper, oscillating bass and hard-hitting, gritty auditory landscapes. The release further demonstrates the producer’s ability to reimagine his own creations with a fresh perspective while also furthering the label’s blazing trail within the spectrum of dance music.
NGHTMRE, Big Gigantic- “Twilight (Something’s Here)”
What do you get when you combine Big Gigantic with NGHTMRE? Gigantic NGHTMRE of course. After initially collaborating on “Like That” in 2018, the ultimate collab took five years to complete an awe-striking, debut self-titled EP and its truly a force to be reckoned with. The collection of five tracks is a powerful collaboration of NGHTMRE’s monstrous bass and Big Gigantic’s funky goodness, bridging the live electronica and dubstep communities into a harmonious dreamworld. “Twilight (Something’s Here)” is a key track on the EP as it transitions through horn-based live instrumentation and backing hip-hop rhythms before dropping into head shattering bass drops.
Gigantic NGHTMRE performed their debut solo headlining performance at the Brooklyn Mirage on July 30th, giving fans a sneak peak into what’s to come at Rowdytown XI at Red Rocks Amphitheatre in September.
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Zeds Dead, Funkin Matt – “Levitate”
Globally acclaimed duo, Zeds Dead has teamed up with Funkin Matt, as they continue to dive into uncharted auditory realms with this brand-new anthem. “Levitate” encapsulates the essence of its surrounding imprint, Altered States, offering listeners a transcendental sonic journey that goes beyond traditional genre boundaries. This release stands as a testament to the label’s commitment to musical innovation and creating immersive experiences.
Funkin Matt – an innovator revered for his energetic and melodic tracks – and Zeds Dead – Canada’s most iconic electronic-based pair – make for a lethal combo on this spellbinding heater. – Connor Phillips
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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 (July 24 – July 30):
“Everglade March (VIP)” – Of The Trees
“Twilight (Something’s Here)” – NGHTMRE, Big Gigantic
“Get Wompy” – SIPPY
“Energy Healing” – Champagne Drip
“SABERNETIKS” – 1788-L
“Let It Bloom” – Grabbitz
“Give Out” – Kill The Noise, HAILENE
“Novaform” – Machinedrum, Holly
“Intent” – Ternion Sound, Bukez Finezt
“Salvage” – Agent O, Vermyllion
“Woofer” – Maddy O’Neal, Cleva Thoughts
“Astro Jones” – Homemade Spaceship
“Fracture” – Apashe, Flux Pavillion, Joey Valence & Brae
SHUFFLE SELECTS
[Playlist for House, Techno]:
New Music Featured This Week (July 24 – July 30):
“Daybreak” – BIJOU, Honey & Badger
“Underground” – Odd Mob, Birthdayy Partyy
“Balanced System” – Danny Kolk
“Cyro” – Massane
“Cold Blooded” – Capozzi
“Memories” – Jesse Jonez
“NaNa Djon” – HUGEL, Francis Mercier, Victor Démé
“In The Air” – Matroda
“Brujeria” – Daniel Orpi
“Bliss” – Kyle Walker
“Where Ya At” – TOBEHONEST
“So Saxy” – Angel Heredia
“In The Summer” – OTR
“RWEOK?” – Disco Lines, demotapes
“2 am” – Hensiv
“Syren” – Anyme, Rebüke
“Clickbait” (This Ain’t Hollywood) – Maceo Plex, AVNU (UK)
“Manipulate” – Pretty Pink
“Post Tenebras Lux” – Folamour
“Dreaming Of You” – STÜM
“C’mon” – Route 94
“Cheap Lust” – Youandewan
“Real” Kronol Remix – Bliimp, Good Luck, Kronol
“Candidasa” – DJ Koze
“1, 2 Step” DJ HEARTSTRING Remix – Ciara, DJ HEARTSTRING
“Robotic Arms” – Adam Beyer
“I Believe” – DYLAN RAFAEL, Roland Clark
“What We Gonna Do?” – Felipe Gordon
“AMOROS” – Pablo Fierro
“Gershwin” – OLING
“Most Wanted” – Idris Elba, Djibril Cissé
“RESTLESS” – KILL SCRIPT
“Mawu” – Augusto Yepes, Presi On, Renate
“Remember Me” – Fred Falke, Zen Freeman, AMPERSOUNDS
“Flow Steady” – Jives
“Someone Like You” – Paul van Dyk, Ciaran McAuley
“Still Cutting Shapes” – Don Diablo
DNB 101
[Playlist for Diverse DnB for Beginners & Diehards]:
New Music Featured This Week (July 24 – July 30):
“Fracture” – Skellytn
“Baddadan” – Chase & Status, Bou, Flowdan, IRAH, Trigga, Takura
“Break My Heart” – Teddy Killerz, Mozey
“Freedom 2” – Kwengface, Joy Orbison, Overmono
“Doss Bass” – 1 9 0 5, Former City Records
“Some Ways They Do” – Scepticz
“Nebula” – Camo & Krooked, Mefjus
“5 Finger Discount” – Detroit’s Filthiest
“Let U Know” – Danny Byrd, Charlotte Plank
“It’s OK” – Refracta
“You Want Me” – Axel Boy, Unround
“Overthinking” – Monrroe, SOLAH
“Chase The Sun” – Koven
“Where It Begins” – Technimatic
“Calibre” – Falcon
“I Feel It Too” – Leaf
“Bullseye” – Hiraeth, Drumslave
“Don’t Let It Go” – Ayah Marar, Mandidextrous
GROOVY GETDOWN
[Playlist for Live-Electronic, Jam, Funk]:
New Music Featured This Week (July 24 – July 30):
“Changes” – ZHU
“Sweet Juju” Edit – Mia Moretti
“Studio 69” – Lipphead, Blockhead, Eliot Lipp
“Haunted” – parkbreezy
“Back On 74” – Jungle
“Awesome Ways” – Yung Bae, Nile Rodgers
“My Body // Your Body” – Snakehips, Muni Long
“Loading” – James Blake
“Blackoak” – Maribou State
“Paralyzed” – Roosevelt
“MOVE” – AR/CO
“Turn Back Time” – Gilligan Moss
“Dope Dance” – Tripolism, Nandu, Radeckt
“At Night” – Kolter
“Strummer” – Across Boundaries, Chris Stussy, Locklead
“lovergirl” – piri, Tommy Villiers
“The Dream” – Adam Port, Theus Mago, Keinemusik, Martina Camargo
“Contrast” Durante Remix – Amtrac, Durante, Reva DeVito
“Actuator” – Bodhi
“Myrtle Avenue” – Dj Cinéma Quartier Latin
“Miami Baby” – DOPE LEMON
LAIDBACK LOUNGE
[Playlist for Downtempo, Electronica, Lo-Fi]:
New Music Featured This Week (July 24 – July 30):
“Do No More” – Nora En Pure
“Foreign Nature” – Vhyce
“Know You Better” – Subjoi
“Energy” – Alex Lustig
“Nightflower” – Nils Hoffman
“Of Me” Edit – Pryda
“in a room7 F760” – Aphex Twin
“Higher” Radio Edit – Robin M, Prince Kaybee, Tim Schou
“I Want an Earth” – Yu Su
“Dreams” – Ash
“Human” – JLV
“Signal” – Noir
“Beautiful People” – Sky Civillian
“Tied To You” Yotto Remix – Elderbrook, Yotto
“Si Te Portas Bonito” Edit – Sofia Kourtesis
“The Sea” – Romy
“Cubes” – Javano
“w a n t e d” – Village
*Shuffle Selects, Bass Boosted, & Groovy Getdown Playlists Curated by Gaby Martinez*
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